Listed at $3.6M, This Usonian-Style Lloyd Wright Home Is a Rare Find

Set a short drive from Downtown L.A., the landmark midcentury dwelling features ribbed concrete walls, expansive glazing, and a striking roofline.
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Location: 1210 Journey’s End Drive, La Cañada, California

Price: $3,595,000

Architect: Frank Lloyd Wright Jr., AIA

Year Built: 1948

Footprint: 3,172 square feet (four bedrooms, three full and one half baths)

Lot Size: 0.68 acres

From the Agent: "The Gainsburg Residence is a rambling single-story midcentury-modern home by Frank Lloyd Wright Jr. It’s set in a newly planted nature garden at the foot of the picturesque San Gabriel Mountains. The environment both indoors and outdoors is peaceful, and conducive to mindfulness. A geometric floor plan leads to the living room, with an oversized cement block fireplace and large, wood-framed glass doors that overlook the expansive garden. The intriguing dining room has custom built-ins with glass doors to the exterior surrounding patio for more entertaining space. The kitchen with black walnut cabinetry features modern amenities and opens directly to the dining room and den. The bedroom wing features four bedrooms, including the primary suite with study, outdoor patio, and relaxing bathroom. The laundry room, powder room and several closets complete the footprint of this inspiring space."

Surrounded by soaring trees and native vegetation, the Usonian-inspired home is located just a 15-minute drive from Downtown Los Angeles.

Surrounded by soaring trees and native vegetation, the Usonian-inspired home is located just a 15-minute drive from Downtown Los Angeles.

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The airy kitchen is fitted with black walnut cabinetry, stainless-steel countertops, and a six-burner Viking Range. Floor-to-ceiling windows connect the space to the backyard.

The airy kitchen is fitted with black walnut cabinetry, stainless-steel countertops, and a six-burner Viking Range. Floor-to-ceiling windows connect the space to the backyard.

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The serene primary bedroom complete with a walk-in closet, en suite bath, and a corner fireplace.

The serene primary bedroom complete with a walk-in closet, en suite bath, and a corner fireplace.

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Down the hallway is a large office with original built-ins and clerestory windows.

Down the hallway is a large office with original built-ins and clerestory windows.

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"The property exudes a sense of serenity with native plants, meandering pathways, mature trees, and a delightful water garden that attracts birds and dragonflies," notes the agent.

"The property exudes a sense of serenity with native plants, meandering pathways, mature trees, and a delightful water garden that attracts birds and dragonflies," notes the agent.

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1210 Journeys End Drive in La Canada Flintridge, California, is currently listed for $3,595,000 by Heather Scherbert and Lisa Zastrow of Coldwell Banker Realty.

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