$1,795,000

A rare opportunity to own a remarkable piece of Los Angeles history, the Cole Mansion is an exquisitely restored 1888 Queen Anne, once home to Nathan Cole Jr., co-founder of the Los Angeles Times. Set in Sycamore Grove within the Highland Park-Garvanza HPOZ, the residence has undergone an extensive restoration… Read More that honors its architectural heritage while thoughtfully updating it for modern life. Upon approach, the Victorian faade makes an unforgettable first impression with its soaring corner turret, colorful fish-scale shingles, and decorative fretwork. A sweeping wraparound veranda welcomes you into the interior of the home, rich with original detail and craftsmanship. A staircase with restored woodwork and leaded glass anchors the entry, while expansive first-floor rooms feature beautifully restored oak floors, original pocket doors with antique hardware, fireplaces, period and French art glass lighting, built-in floor-to-ceiling bookcases, and imported European wallcoverings.The light-filled kitchen combines vintage character with contemporary function, featuring custom cabinetry, a cast-iron double-drainboard sink, and an Elmira Stove Works range. Each bathroom has been individually designed with period-inspired details, including clawfoot tubs and, in one, an original Queen Anne washstand. On the third floor, there's an enchanting private suite where notable guests William Jennings Bryan (Secretary of State) and Charles A. Towne (US Congressman) are rumored to have stayed. Tucked away from the rest of the house, the bedroom features a vaulted ceiling with a nearby en-suite bath located in the turret. At the rear of the property, there's a generous, private grassy backyard with sitting areas shaded by fruit trees. Here, you'll also find a separate home office with recording-studio-quality sound insulation with professional-quality projection screen, built-in Dolby Atmos speakers, a new mini-split system, and wired internet. Additionally, there is a storage shed as well as a bicycle shed. Behind the historic beauty, substantial improvements include new plumbing, electrical, HVAC, roof, insulation, seismic retrofitting, solar panels, and an EV charger. The Cole Mansion is truly an incredible historic residence, whose original character has been carefully preserved for its next chapter, ready to welcome its next owner. Read Less

Courtesy of Compass 310-593-6999

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Oct 23, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

3,345

Lot Size

0.13 Acres

Year Built

1888

MLS Number

26102327

Source: Home Junction

Additional Details

Appliances & Equipment

Built-Ins, Dishwasher, Solar Panels, Range/Oven, Hood Fan

Building

3,345 sq ft, Built in 1888, Levels: Three Or More Levels, Detached/No Common Walls, Victorian

Cooling

Central

Disclosures

Historical

Fireplaces

Decorative

Floors

Hardwood

Garage

Driveway

Heating

Central

Laundry

Inside

Lot

LotAcreage: 0.1334, LotSizeArea: 5,810

Parking

TotalParking: 2

Pool

None

Property

OtherStructures: Shed(s), Other, PropertySubType: Single Family Residence, ViewDescription: None, Zoning: LAC2

Spa

None

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