A Modern Hilltop Home in L.A. With a Central Courtyard and Citrus Orchard Lists for $3 Million

Two stylish residences belonging to A-list stars landed on the market in Los Angeles this past week, including Christina Ricci’s Silver Lake retreat and Diane Keaton’s Pinterest-inspired abode over in Brentwood. And, if celeb-style privacy is what you are after, a modern pad with a citrus orchard in the less-well-known Montecito Heights neighborhood could spark interest. Greg Holcomb of Carolwood Estates holds $2.99 million listing that spreads across more than an acre of land just 10 minutes from downtown L.A. and Pasadena.

Bordering 280 acres of protected parkland, the secluded Paige Street residence was designed and built by an artist and architect in 2004. Lush landscaping by Mark Rios creates a buffer between neighbors at the end of a private driveway where the abode’s boxy structure is accented by rolling hills and views of the San Gabriel Mountains.

Right away, the home’s contemporary design captivates from the front yard. Pendant lighting pops against a sunny yellow hue on the facade, opposite lemon trees. The house’s focal point, a glass-walled courtyard, is seen through the front door, while the three-bedroom layout slowly unfolds once inside, revealing a host of skylights and polished concrete floors throughout.

Beyond the fireside living room, fire-engine red cabinetry highlights the modern appliances in the chef’s kitchen. A steel-top island anchors the space that includes a casual seating area and direct access to the Zen-like courtyard. Sun-kissed trees loom over the serene outdoor room that also has a birdbath and room for sculptural artworks. The primary suite with its Brutalist-inspired bathroom is another spot with direct access to the courtyard.

Built-in shelving and enough square footage for two or more desks make the dedicated office a work-from-home haven complemented by a view of the gardens. Out back, a lower section of the yard has ample patio space and a patch of lawn, while a backlit staircase leads to an upper terrace where you can babysit cocktails as the setting sun turns the sky fiery shades of orange and pink.

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Fruitstitute LA curated the abode’s citrus orchard, while its vegetable garden was brought to life by Urban Farms LA. After you get done strolling both, the property’s direct access to a city park with a lake and epic skyline and sunset views.

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