The Famed Dorothy Chandler Estate “The Western White House”A once-in-a-generation opportunity to own one of the Los Angeles’ most distinguished and storied estates.The Dorothy Chandler Estate, a registered Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument, stands as a crown jewel of American Beaux-Arts architecture, originally designed in 1913 by renowned architects J. Martyn Haenke, William Dodd, and Julia Morganthe visionary behind Hearst Castle.This iconic residence has graciously welcomed several U.S. Presidents Eisenhower, Kennedy, Johnson, and Nixon earning it the illustrious title “The Western White House.” For generations, it has hosted exclusive fundraisers, elegant soires, and gatherings that shaped Los Angeles’ cultural and political history.Set on an expansive 35,971 sq ft corner lot in prestigious Windsor Square / Hancock Park, the estate offers approximately 9,329 sq ft of refined interiors, including six bedrooms, eight baths, a grand music room, five fireplaces, a wine cellar, and a detached guest house. Elegant french revival-style architecture, timeless detailing, and masterful restoration throughout preserve the home’s classical grandeur while offering a sense of sophistication and privacy rarely found in Los Angeles today.Located just south of 3rd Street and east of Rossmore Avenue, this iconic property is surrounded by the city’s most prestigious residences and cultural landmarks.The Dorothy Chandler Estate is not just a residence it is a living monument of heritage, artistry, and timeless prestige in the heart of Los Angeles.
Property Details
Price:
$12,888,000
MLS #:
25618441
Status:
Active
Beds:
6
Baths:
8
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
c18hancockparkwilshire
Listed Date:
Nov 12, 2025
Finished Sq Ft:
9,329
Total Sq Ft:
9,329
Lot Size:
35,987 sqft / 0.83 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1913
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Schools
Interior
Appliances
DW, GD, MW, RF
Bathrooms
8 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
CA
Flooring
STON, WOOD, CARP
Heating
CF
Laundry Features
IR, IN, SEE, DINC, WINC
Exterior
Architectural Style
FRN
Other Structures
GH
Parking Spots
10
Financial
Map
Community
- Address455 Lorraine BL Los Angeles CA
- CityLos Angeles
- CountyLos Angeles
- Zip Code90020
Subdivisions in Los Angeles
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Los Angeles as of Dec 06, 2025
2,178
Single Family Listed
72
Avg DOM
956
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,659,633
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 455 Lorraine BL Los Angeles CA is a Single Family for sale in Los Angeles, CA, 90020. It is listed for $12,888,000 and features 6 beds, 8 baths, and has approximately 9,329 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1913. The current price per square foot is $1,381. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Los Angeles is $956. The average listing price for Single Family in Los Angeles is $1,659,633.
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