17555 Embassy Drive, Encino, CA 91316

$3,399,000 Asking Price

5 beds
6 baths
6,126  sqft
Built in 1978

Welcome to this magnificent, private, gated, corner lot home in prime Amestoy Estates. Celebrity-owned by a renowned writer & producer of comics, movies & TV shows. Meticulously remodeled throughout with the finest custom craftmanship. From the moment you step inside, the grand foyer, w/ its imported stained-glass windows from England & tin ceilings sets the tone for the luxurious throughout. This exquisite one-of-the-kind 5-bdrm, 6-bath one-story home plus an upstairs bonus room/6th BDR boasts a lavish state-of-the-art theater room inspired by Hollywood's iconic Pantages Theater. Features include a breathtaking starburst ceiling, 7.1 surround sound system, 4K 3D projector, under-seat subwoofers, luxury retractable seating, hand-turned wood details, custom lighting w/ optical illusions, motorized tuckaway stage curtains, and a/c unit. The formal living room offers natural lighting, cathedral ceilings & a beautiful stone fireplace. The gourmet kitchen has custom lacquer-finished wood cabinetry, high-end appliances, a Mel's Diner-inspired backsplash, plenty of counter space & storage, a large center island, a walk-in pantry & hand-painted molding. The breakfast nook is framed by lighted glass built-in cabinets, each w/ dedicated storage. The elegant formal dining room boasts custom hand-painted ceiling & walls w/ a luxury built-in display cabinet. The expansive family room includes a wood & stone tile FP, tin ceiling, floor-to-ceiling built-in shelves & an Irish-pub style step-down bar w/ refrigerator, wine chiller, stone-tiled countertops, lighted glass cabinets & seating area. In the primary suite, enjoy a California King bed w/ built-in storage, entertainment center with hidden shelves, two walk-in and two wardrobe closets, marble fireplace, stain glass windows, plush new carpeting & intimate sitting areas. The custom ensuite bathroom is a luxurious retreat with an oversized shower, marble spa tub, double vanities & wood cabinetry. Additional rooms include generously sized ensuite bedrooms w/ walk-in closets, spacious game room or office w/ tin ceilings, custom built-in glass cabinetry, and a stunning handmade stained-glass door. Soaring ceilings, art-deco period lighting, handcrafted custom glass doors throughout, wood crown molding, and gorgeous wood floors. The backyard oasis offers a courtyard and gazebo, a pool house w/ a 3/4 bath, two changing rooms, a hand-painted mural, pool, spa, a new covered patio, and a stone tile island with a seating area.

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Beamed Ceilings,Built-in Features,Breakfast Area,Block Walls,Crown Molding,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Separate/Formal Dining Room,Eat-in Kitchen,Granite Counters,High Ceilings,Open Floorplan,Pantry,Stone Counters,Recessed Lighting,Storage,Tile Counters,Track Lighting,Bar,All Bedrooms Down,Attic,Bedroom on Main Level
Appliances:
6 Burner Stove,Convection Oven,Dishwasher,Disposal,Gas Oven,Microwave,Refrigerator,Range Hood,Self Cleaning Oven,Water Heater,Warming Drawer
Laundry:
Washer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup,Laundry Room
Flooring:
Carpet,Wood
A/C:
true, Central Air,See Remarks
Heating:
true, Central,Fireplace(s),See Remarks
Fireplace:
Family Room,Gas,Living Room,Primary Bedroom,Wood Burning, Fireplace

Exterior

General:
Lighting, Heated,In Ground,See Remarks
Pool:
Heated,In Ground,Private
Parking:
Door-Multi,Direct Access,Garage,Garage Door Opener,One Space,Garage Faces Side, Parking spaces: 3

Construction

Windows:
Blinds,Bay Window(s),Custom Covering(s),Double Pane Windows,Drapes,Screens,Stained Glass,Skylight(s),Wood Frames
General:
Copper Plumbing, 1

Location

HOA Amenities:
0.0
Originating MLS:
CRMLS
School District:
Los Angeles Unified
County:
Los Angeles

Lot

Zoning:
LARA, 2257004033
View:
None

Utilities

Utilities:
Sewer Connected
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
CRMLS

This listing courtesy of:
Unique Realty Corp., Dawn Gonzales

About Encino, CA

Housing

Number of Units
18,442
Median Home Value
$953,261
Median Rent
$1,815

42.32% of housing units are renter occupied.

4.91% are vacant.

Commute

Car
50.30%
Public Transportation
1.85%
Walk to Work
0.55%
Work from Home
45.90%
Other
0.83%

The median travel time to work is 19 minutes.

People

Population
42,698
Median Age
43.60
Median Household Size
2.71

Education

High School
13.48%
Associate’s Degree
6.54%
Bachelor’s Degree
31.25%
Graduate Degree
25.76%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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