Steeped in nearly a century of Hollywood history, this extraordinary Laurel Canyon residence is a rare architectural offering where timeless character, rich provenance, and contemporary living converge. Designed in 1926 by celebrated architect Roy Seldon Price, the home has welcomed some of the world’s most notable creative figures, including legendary actor Laurence Olivier, who once called it home.Tucked discreetly into the hillside the residence unfolds across four thoughtfully connected levels, each designed to embrace the natural topography while creating a remarkable sense of privacy, scale, and separation. Expansive living spaces flow effortlessly from one to the next, offering an ideal balance of grand entertaining areas and intimate retreats. Sunlight pours through steel casement windows, illuminating beautifully preserved architectural details, warm natural materials, and interiors that honor the home’s historic pedigree while accommodating modern life.At the heart of the home, a beautifully appointed chef’s kitchen anchors the main living spaces, complemented by gracious formal rooms, inviting gathering spaces, and six bedrooms and six bathrooms thoughtfully distributed throughout the residence. The primary suite offers a peaceful sanctuary, while multiple terraces and balconies extend the living experience outdoors, capturing sweeping vistas over the Hollywood Hills, the glittering Los Angeles skyline, and, on clear days, all the way to Catalina Island.The home’s lower level functions as an exceptional private guest retreat, complete with its own entrance, living area, kitchen, bedroom, and bath perfect for extended family, visiting guests, creative studio use, or independent living.Positioned to take full advantage of its dramatic hillside setting, the home offers a seamless connection to its surrounding landscape through a series of terraces, balconies, and outdoor gathering spaces that frame expansive canyon and city views. Just moments from the Sunset Strip, yet worlds away in atmosphere, this is a residence that pairs architectural significance with an extraordinary Hollywood legacy.
Property Details
Price:
$3,895,000
MLS #:
26868553
Status:
Active
Beds:
6
Baths:
6
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
c03sunsetstriphollywoodhillswest
Listed Date:
Aug 8, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
5,427
Total Sq Ft:
5,427
Lot Size:
7,653 sqft / 0.18 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1926
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Schools
Interior
Appliances
DW, GD, RF
Bathrooms
6 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
CA
Flooring
TILE, WOOD
Heating
CF
Laundry Features
IR, DINC, WINC
Levels
C
Exterior
Architectural Style
TRD
Attached Garage YN
1
Common Walls
NCW
Spa Features
NO
View
CN, CI, OC, PA
Financial
Map
Community
- Address8856 Appian WY Los Angeles CA
- CityLos Angeles
- CountyLos Angeles
- Zip Code90046
Subdivisions in Los Angeles
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Los Angeles as of Aug 13, 2026
7,797
Single Family Listed
85
Avg DOM
424
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,581,428
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 8856 Appian WY Los Angeles CA is a Single Family for sale in Los Angeles, CA, 90046. It is listed for $3,895,000 and features 6 beds, 6 baths, and has approximately 5,427 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1926. The current price per square foot is $718. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Los Angeles is $424. The average listing price for Single Family in Los Angeles is $1,581,428.
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