Reintroduced to the market with a strategic repositioning to reflect restoration scope, this architecturally significant 1916 Charles Wagner estate offers a rare opportunity to restore a landmark residence within the Lafayette Square Historic Preservation Overlay Zone. Defined by stately proportions, formal symmetry, and preserved period detailing, the home provides an exceptional foundation for a thoughtful rehabilitation.Interiors include a dramatic central staircase, formal living room with Palladian windows, richly paneled library, elegant parlor with fireplace, and a formal dining room connecting to a butler's pantry, kitchen, and breakfast room. A first floor bedroom suite offers flexible guest or staff accommodations. The second level features multiple bedrooms and bathrooms with generous scale and an original layout well suited for refinement.Long favored by creatives and entertainment industry leaders, Lafayette Square offers privacy, architectural distinction, and a strong sense of community. This property is ideally suited for a discerning end user buyer seeking to steward a legacy residence and thoughtfully reimagine a significant historic home in one of Los Angeles' most culturally notable neighborhoods.
Listed by Traci Bates
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License #01833638
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Keller Williams Larchmont
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323-762-2559
Listed by Lorna Hennington
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License #01842983
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Keller Williams Larchmont
Last updated February 19, 2026
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Source: CRMLS #25548679
Listing Facts
TypeSingle-family
NeighborhoodMid City
Bedrooms6
Bathrooms5
Days on Prevu208
Size6,090 sqft
Price per sqft$419
Amenities
Parking
Swimming Pool
Location
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Listing History
02/19/2026
Price Decreased
$2,549,000
01/22/2026
Price Decreased
$2,799,000
11/13/2025
Price Decreased
$2,999,000
10/26/2025
Status changed to Active
$3,400,000
10/24/2025
Status changed to Removed from Feed
$3,400,000
10/08/2025
Status changed to Active
$3,400,000
09/07/2025
Status changed to Temporarily Off Market
$3,400,000
09/05/2025
Status changed to Removed from Feed
$3,400,000
08/29/2025
Status changed to Temporarily Off Market
$3,400,000
08/20/2025
Listed by Keller Williams Larchmont
$3,400,000
Property Details for 1685 S Victoria Avenue
Exterior
Construction
Stories: 2
Stories Total: 2
Year Built: 1916
Architectural Style: Mediterranean
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Features
Pool Features: Heated, In Ground
Measurements
Building Area Total: 6,090
Lot Size Acres: 0.27
Lot Size Area: 11,908
Lot Size Dimensions: 80,149
Lot Size Square Feet: 11,908
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Financial
Taxes
Parcel Number: 5071004014
Interior
Features
Fireplace Features: Decorative
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Wood
Interior Features: Attic
Measurements
Living Area: 6,090
Rooms
Bathrooms Full: 5
Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
Bedrooms Total: 6
Other
Location
Subdivision Name: Lafayette Square
Parking
Parking
Parking Features: Driveway
Utilities
Equipment
Heating: Forced Air
Has Heating: Yes
Laundry Features: Inside
Frequently Asked Questions
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this single-family home have?
There are 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms in this single-family home at 1685 S Victoria Avenue.
How does 1685 S Victoria Avenue compare to other single-family homes in Mid City?
This single-family home is listed 69% above the average price for single-family homes in Mid City and has been on the market for 41 more days than the typical home in this area.
What is the square footage on this single-family home?
According to the MLS, this listing is 6,090 sqft.
1685 S Victoria Avenue is a 6-bedroom, 5-bath single-family home for sale in Los Angeles CA 90019. On Prevu for 208 days at $2,549,000. This includes a recent price decrease of $250,000. This home features 6,090 square feet of living space, located in Mid City. The median listing price for single-family homes in this area is $1,599,950. The home offers parking and swimming pool. View other single-family home listings in Los Angeles.
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