A Handsomely Updated Midcentury in the Hollywood Hills Wants $2.4M

Original midcentury details mesh with modern updates in this L.A. abode.

Originally built in 1958, the 2,575-square-foot residence at 2800 Belden Drive in the Hollywood Hills has recently undergone a thorough renovation that pays respect to its midcentury character. The four-bed, three-bath home now enjoys fresh white oak floors, updated bathrooms, new countertops, mahogany cabinetry in the kitchen, custom brass fixtures, and modern lighting. Original midcentury features such as the tongue-and-groove ceiling, brass-inlay terrazzo flooring, and the dramatic stone fireplace were preserved.

Behind this unassuming midcentury facade lies a beautifully updated home with spectacular views. 

Behind this unassuming midcentury facade lies a beautifully updated home with spectacular views. 

The property offers a stunning principal suite, two additional bedrooms, and a one-bedroom studio with a dedicated entrance and a private deck. Large picture windows frame amazing views of the canyon and city lights—as well as L.A. landmarks like the Hollywood sign and the Griffith Observatory.

A brass-inlay terrazzo path leads to a custom-made door with a brass doorknob and a window of overlapping circles.

A brass-inlay terrazzo path leads to a custom-made door with a brass doorknob and a window of overlapping circles.

The main floor has a great room with a vaulted, tongue-and-groove ceiling and a dramatic stone-inlay fireplace. 

The main floor has a great room with a vaulted, tongue-and-groove ceiling and a dramatic stone-inlay fireplace. 

A long rectangular window frames the picturesque view. 

A long rectangular window frames the picturesque view. 

The interiors were recently remodeled by Ben Shulman. 

The interiors were recently remodeled by Ben Shulman. 

The open plan flows into the dining room, which also offers views of the hills. 

The open plan flows into the dining room, which also offers views of the hills. 

The kitchen was updated with mahogany cabinetry, including paneling on the refrigerator which matches the millwork. Marble countertops and backsplashes, paired with brass fixtures, add a luxe touch. 

The kitchen was updated with mahogany cabinetry, including paneling on the refrigerator which matches the millwork. Marble countertops and backsplashes, paired with brass fixtures, add a luxe touch. 

An additional bedroom or office space is just off the kitchen. 

An additional bedroom or office space is just off the kitchen. 

The guest bath features original brass-inlay terrazzo floors.

The guest bath features original brass-inlay terrazzo floors.

The principal suite has an open, airy feel thanks to the vaulted ceiling, picture windows, and a door leading to the outdoor terrace. 

The principal suite has an open, airy feel thanks to the vaulted ceiling, picture windows, and a door leading to the outdoor terrace. 

The principal bath has been updated with an elegant mix of materials and a deep soaking tub. 

The principal bath has been updated with an elegant mix of materials and a deep soaking tub. 

The downstairs features a den, wet bar, two additional bedrooms, and a full bath.

The downstairs features a den, wet bar, two additional bedrooms, and a full bath.

The lower level living space from the other angle. 

The lower level living space from the other angle. 

The breakfast nook. 

The breakfast nook. 

A lower-level bedroom.

A lower-level bedroom.

The bathroom on the lower level. 

The bathroom on the lower level. 

One more level down is a spacious deck that boasts 270-degree views of the canyon. 

One more level down is a spacious deck that boasts 270-degree views of the canyon. 

2800 Belden Drive is now being listed for $2,380,000 by Lauren Reichenberg of Compass Realty. 

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Jennifer Baum Lagdameo
Dwell Contributor
Jennifer Baum Lagdameo is a freelance design writer who has lived in Washington DC, Brooklyn, Tokyo, Manila, and is currently exploring the Pacific Northwest from her home base in Portland, Oregon.

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