$1,198,000
About this home
Thoughtfully renovated and filled with natural light, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath Laurel Canyon retreat seamlessly blends classic canyon character with modern updates. Extensively remodeled in 2022, the home features new flooring, updated finishes, energy-efficient windows, a beautifully renovated kitchen with all-new appliances, upgraded electrical, and a new waste line. Designed for comfort and efficiency, the home also offers a high-efficiency mini-split heating and cooling system, a 200-amp electrical panel, an earthquake foundation retrofit, and an owned microinverter solar system installed in 2023. The outdoor spaces were refreshed with landscaping improvements and turf installation, creating inviting areas to relax, entertain, or enjoy the peaceful canyon setting. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a creative escape, or a flexible investment opportunity, this home offers exceptional versatility. It has also operated as a successful short-term rental, presenting attractive income potential for future owners. Ideally situated in one of Los Angeles' most iconic neighborhoods, 8522 Walnut Drive offers easy access to the Sunset Strip, Studio City, scenic hiking trails, and everything that makes Laurel Canyon one of the city's most sought-after places to call home.
Facts & features
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1 full, 0 half
- Living area
- 864 sq ft
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Fireplace
- Decorative
- Heating
- Central
- Laundry
- Inside
- Levels
- One
- Spa
- None
- Lot size
- 0.069 acres (2,999 sq ft)
- Pool
- None
- View
- Hills
- Architectural style
- Bungalow
- Year built
- 1958
- Parking
- Driveway
- Parking spaces
- 2
- Area
- C 03 - Sunset Strip - Hollywood Hills West
- County
- Los Angeles
- Status
- Active
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Days on market
- 8
- Listed
- 2026-07-15
- Parcel #
- 5556012020
- MLS #
- 26856745
