685 Elkins Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90049

$10,895,000

Presenting a once-in-a-generation offering: the former residence of screen legends Deborah Kerr and Audrey Hepburn. 685 Elkins Road is steeped in classic Hollywood history and timeless elegance. Tucked behind a private gate in one of Brentwood's most prestigious neighborhoods and nestled beside Brentwood Park, this stunning traditional-style home is the… Read More crown jewel of Elkins Road. Set on an expansive 31,163 SQFT lot with manicured grounds, rose gardens, and mature hedging, this 6,099 SQFT estate offers 5 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, and a refined blend of classic design and thoughtful modern updates all while staying true to the Traditional Georgian style. A covered Lanai reminiscent of Southern architecture welcomes you into the home and doubles as an elegant outdoor entertaining space, complete with a fireplace, built-in ceiling heaters, and views of the sprawling front lawn and putting green. The main level is anchored by a grand formal foyer that opens to a spacious formal living room with seamless access to the front lanai, perfect for indoor-outdoor entertaining. Soaring 10 1/2-foot ceilings construct volume and scale in every room. A richly detailed formal dining room, adorned with hand-painted Gracie wallpaper, sets the stage for refined gatherings. The conservatory, with custom millwork, provides a space for conversation or cocktails. A chef's kitchen with stainless steel appliances and sun-drenched garden-view windows, adjacent to a separate guest wing, and a traditional library complete the main floor. The upper level features a generously proportioned primary suite, appointed with two separate, spa-inspired bathrooms and expansive walk-in closets adorned with elegant vanities. This level also includes two en-suite guest bedrooms; one showcasing a stately fireplace. The other offering sweeping views of the manicured front lawn. Just off the primary suite, upper landing, and front guest suite lies a distinctive, full-length balcony that graces the home's front facade - a serene vantage point overlooking the expansive emerald-green lawn, perfect for morning coffee or sunset aperitifs. The lower level offers a family room, ample storage, and another private guest suite ideal for guests or staff accommodations. On the east-facing side of the home, a sparkling swimming pool is surrounded by mature landscaping and tranquil privacy. Below the pool, the grounds slope gently into a lush, tree-lined retreat with winding trails that descend to the street below a unique and rarely found natural feature in Brentwood. Additional highlights include an oversized two-car garage, multi-zone heating and cooling, a whole-home gas-powered generator, and a hot water recirculation system. Offered for the first time in 34 years, 685 Elkins Road is more than just an estate-it is a legacy property of uncommon pedigree, elegance, and charm. Read Less

Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty 310-724-7000

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Jun 28, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

6,099

Lot Size

0.72 Acres

Year Built

1939

MLS Number

25548421

30 Days Snapshot Of 90049

$5.36M

+39%

(avg) sold price

-7%

homes sold

+1%

(avg) days on market

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Additional Details

Appliances & Equipment

Cooktop - Gas, Gas/Electric Range, Microwave, Alarm System, Bar Ice Maker, Built-Ins, Cable, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Dryer Hookup, Gas Or Electric Dryer Hookup, Hood Fan, Ice Maker, Water Filter, Range/Oven, Water Line to Refrigerator, Refrigerator

Building

6,099 sq ft, Built in 1939, Levels: Three Or More, Attached, Traditional

Cooling

Central, Electric

Disclosures

None

Exterior Features

Brick, Lanai, Porch - Rear, Deck(s), Porch

Fence

Privacy, Wrought Iron

Fireplaces

5 fireplaces, Living Room, Kitchen, Library, Patio

Floors

Wood Laminate, Hardwood, Carpet

Garage

2 total garage spaces, Attached, Driveway

Water Features

Sprinklers: Drip System, Sprinkler System, Sprinkler Timer, Front, Rear, Side, WaterDistrict: LADWP

Heating

Central, Hot Water Circulator

Home Owner's Association

HOA Present

Interior Features

Bar, Basement, Built-Ins, Crown Moldings, Wet Bar

Kitchen

Island, Pantry

Laundry

Laundry Area

Lot

LotAcreage: 0.7154, LotSizeArea: 31,163, LotSizeDimensions: 130x240, Front Yard, Fenced Yard, Exterior Security Lights, Landscaped, Walk Street, Street Paved

Miscellaneous

None

Parking

TotalParking: 6

Pool

PoolYN: True, Heated, In Ground

Property

EntryLocation: Foyer, LandLeasePurchaseYN: False, PropertySubType: Single Family Residence, ViewDescription: Trees/Woods, ViewYN: 1, Zoning: LARE15, Balcony, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Full Copper Plumbing, French Doors, Sprinkler System, Rain Gutters, Updated/Remodeled

Roof

Shake

Spa

Has spa, None

Utilities

Cable TV, Hot Water Circulator, Instant Hot Water

Windows

Tinted Windows, Skylights

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