About 1242 N Isabel Street
Just south of Mountain St. in Rossmoyne, known for its historic homes and tree-lined streets, this grand 1927 Tudor features four bedrooms, three baths, approximately 2,810 square feet. The house has a remarkable collection of original details.The vaulted living room has exposed beams, hardwood floors, leaded-glass windows, and a brick hearth anchoring the space. Arched openings, original wood doors and windows, stained and leaded glass, wrought iron, and period lighting appear throughout the home. The formal dining room opens through French doors to a brick patio, while a smaller sitting or breakfast room opens to the garden.The kitchen has custom wood cabinetry, intricate tilework, a hammered copper farmhouse sink, stained-glass windows, and an AGA range.Upstairs, the primary suite is large, with hardwood floors, graceful arched openings, and an updated bath with a marble-topped vanity, glass-enclosed shower, and stained-glass detail. Additional bedrooms have downtown LA skyline views as well as views into the trees and garden, including a window-wrapped sleeping porch overlooking the backyard. Outside, mature gardens surround brick and stone terraces, winding paths, and places to sit or dine beneath the trees. Mature planting gives the outdoor spaces a lot of privacy, while French doors from several rooms open directly to the garden. Rossmoyne is known for its historic architecture and gracious residential streets. Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, Fish King, Nibley park and nearby hiking trails are all close by. A detached two-car garage adds another practical benefit. It's the original details, from the leaded glass to the arched doorways and old woodwork, that make this house so memorable.
