The Harlan Lee House, 1961. Jones and Emmons, FAIA. Originally commissioned for developer Harlan Lee and featured as the Good Housekeeping Model House, this residence epitomizes a “dream house with young ideas” that defined the era’s innovative spirit. Behind iconic sky-blue double doors lies a secluded garden courtyard, a central design element that allows the house to breathe and provides direct access to multiple wings of the house. Classic post and beam construction with soaring high ceilings, and floor-to-ceiling glass walls seamlessly connects the interior to the lush landscaping and swimming pool. Renovations have honored the original 1961 vision, restoring signature features like terrazzo floors and custom millwork. The cinematic living room is centered around a minimalist open fireplace. With over 2200 square feet of living space, this 4 bedroom/3 bath midcentury refuge also features an additional flex space with separate entrance, ideal for creatives/studio/home office. Situated on over a third acre in Tarzana’s Royal Homes subdivision, the home’s terraced lot offers views of the valley and mountains. Described by Good Housekeeping as “a house with the outdoors built in”, this property represents a rare opportunity to live in a piece of architectural history that has been preserved as a living experience of 1960’s modernism. Photos were taken when home was furnished. Property is currently unfurnished but can be delivered furnished for $12,000 per month
Property Details
Price:
$10,000
MLS #:
26749793
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
tartarzana
Listed Date:
Apr 17, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,202
Total Sq Ft:
2,202
Lot Size:
15,592 sqft / 0.36 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1960
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Schools
Interior
Appliances
DW, RF
Bathrooms
3 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
CA
Heating
CF
Laundry Features
DINC, WINC
Levels
A
Exterior
Common Walls
NCW
Garage Spaces
1
Spa Features
NO
View
CI, MT, PL, TW, VA
Financial
Map
Community
- Address4965 Calvin AV Tarzana CA
- CityTarzana
- CountyLos Angeles
- Zip Code91356
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Tarzana as of Apr 18, 2026
193
Single Family Listed
67
Avg DOM
321
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,251,535
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 4965 Calvin AV Tarzana CA is a Single Family for sale in Tarzana, CA, 91356. It is listed for $10,000 and features 4 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 2,202 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1960. The current price per square foot is $5. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Tarzana is $321. The average listing price for Single Family in Tarzana is $1,251,535.
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