5657 Valley Oak Drive

Completely renovated in 2024, this stylish and sophisticated 3BR/3BA mid-century residence is located in the heart of the highly desirable "The Oaks" enclave of Los Feliz. The allure of a totally restored house in this celebrity-laden neighborhood, which is just a short stroll to Griffith Park and Fern Dell, cannot be overstated. The area is dotted with many lavish homes, yet 5657 Valley Oak is as enchanting at a price point that's millions less. The result is a "just-bring-your-toothbrush" experience. Ease of living is the key element here. Step inside and the open floor plan reveals 12 foot-high beamed ceilings and a stunning and spacious 40-foot long living and dining area that's perfect for entertaining. A gas and wood-burning painted brick fireplace anchors the living spaces, with new solid oak hardwood floors spanning the entire house. The step-down dining area's French doors open to a large brick patio, which doubles the fun of indoor-outdoor living. An all-new kitchen features a Wolf 36" stainless-steel range and hood, Thermador French door refrigerator, Thermador dishwasher and new wood cabinetry, including 3 large pantry units for maximum storage. Silestone Quartz Miami Vena countertops add an elegant Carrara marble look. Enhancing the light and bright ambience is an oversized bay window and skylight, 2-seat peninsula and a dine-in nook which seats 6. All 3 bedrooms feature ensuite baths with Carrara marble vanities, Kohler & Toto fixtures and Carrara marble floors. The home's primary bedroom offers a spacious walk-in closet, plus a large, second louvered-door closet and an expanse of corner windows. French doors lead to a secluded brick patio, the perfect seating space to enjoy your morning cup of coffee. The primary bathroom features a double sink marble vanity, a deep soaking tub next to a spacious bay window overlooking a private garden, and an expansive glassed-in shower with 2 shower heads. The second ensuite bedroom has corner windows with leafy garden views, along with a large, louvered-door closet. A third ensuite bedroom, which is also perfect as an office or guest lodging, offers a beamed ceiling, cozy reading nook and windows on two exposures, providing peace and privacy. An adjacent fully-finished storage room boasts a generous 100-plus square feet of finished space. The laundry room, located behind louvered doors, is conveniently located just off the kitchen and has a side-by-side washer and dryer. Outdoors, you'll find an expansive, two-level brick patio in the rear yard with multiple seating areas, surrounded by lush landscaping that is completely fenced and gated. The front yard has a beautiful landscape highlighted by drought-tolerant plantings. There is all-new copper plumbing throughout the house and a new, top-of-the-line HVAC system featuring a Lennox Signature Collection multi-stage variable air conditioner and furnace with new ducting, controlled by a Lennox iComfort touch-screen Wi-Fi thermostat. Additional features of this home include classic wood shutters in the living and dining rooms, kitchen and all 3 bedrooms. There is also a Wi-Fi home security system, Cat 6 cable wiring, and new recessed lighting, sconces and ceiling fixtures in every room. BONUS ALERT: The home's finished 430 square foot windowed garage and adjacent storage area are enhanced by new "terrazzo" epoxy floors, which make it an ideal office, gym or artist's space.