5111 irvington

Hidden in the private, tree-lined hills of Highland Park on a quiet cul-de-sac, this 1959 mid-century modern treasure is hitting the market for the very first time in 56 years. Clean architectural lines, warm organic materials, and large sliding glass doors in the living room frame the hillside landscape and invite the outside in. The spacious backyard deck is where everyday life becomes something extraordinary. This is the kind of view that stirs something in you — the sort that has artists reaching for a canvas, dreamers losing track of time, and anyone lucky enough to stand here simply not wanting to leave. Inside, two bedrooms and built-in cabinets offer added storage and minimalism, all flowing with the effortless ease that only mid-century design offers. When you're ready to explore, you're minutes from the Pasadena Rose Bowl, DTLA, and some of the city's best eateries, coffee shops, and entertainment. Top institutions like USC, Cal State LA, Caltech, and Occidental College are all within easy reach, along with major medical centers and Ernest E. Debs Regional Park for hiking and fresh air right in the neighborhood. Sought-after homes like this in Highland Park are rare. When they do surface, they don't last long. You don't want to miss out on this gem!