A four-bedroom midcentury modern landmark designed by famed architect R.M. Schindler has returned to the market yet again—marking the third time in under a year that the storied Los Angeles dwelling has been listed for sale.
Known as the Druckman Residence, the beautifully maintained home was originally listed for $3.3 million in February 2025. However, in the months since, that price has been repeatedly trimmed, with the latest listing, posted on Jan. 30, offering a drastically reduced ask of $2.49 million.
Built in 1941, the 1,662-square-foot home was commissioned by Dr. Jacob S. Druckman and his wife, artist Margaret Druckman, who worked closely with the “modernist master” to create what is now a veritable piece of L.A. history.
“It was an original collaboration with Schindler and the Druckmans and they picked this site that is very rich in Hollywood history,” said Michael Maguire, who is co-listing the property with fellow Compass agents Victoria Massengale and Daria Greenbaum.
“The home is very close to Mulholland Drive and is very integrated with a panoramic view of both green space and nature.”
According to records, the sellers have only had the storied abode in their possession for two years, having purchased it for $2.35 million in January 2024.
It is said to be one of two Druckman commissioned properties in the area, with the other being a medical office in Beverly Hills.
Located in the exclusive enclave known as Outpost Estates in Hollywood Hills, the luxurious time capsule features a distinctive asymmetrical gabled roof designed to conceal the home from the street.
Maguire said the home was built for scale and ease of living.
“The modernist movement was a new concept of affordable living for the people, offering a better lifestyle, while also creating a living experience we hadn’t seen before,” he added.
Canyon views are maximized through oversized clerestory windows that were designed to let an abundance of natural light flood into the split-level floor plan.
“What is remarkable about this home is the placement of the windows and doors,” he noted. “They are perfectly placed to frame the hillside and canyons.”
Highlights include a private primary wing designed for added privacy, and a dual indoor-outdoor fireplace found in the living room, providing a seamless transition to the outdoor living space.
“There have been lots of thoughtful and careful updates to celebrate the intention of the architecture,” Maguire said. “The sellers have made sensitive improvements for modern day living.”
Exposed beams, vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, built-ins, and wood-clad walls can also be found throughout the home.
A retro kitchen has mint green appliances and a Schindler-designed, original built-in breakfast nook.
There is also a cozy den for intimate gatherings offering treetop views.
“I think it is definitely going to be a creative or an artist who will become the next custodian of this residence,” Maguire said. “Because it is small in scale, people have an idea what that living experience is like. It has definitely been well preserved over the years.”
All of the bedrooms were “positioned to maximize natural light and connection to the outdoors.” The primary suite boasts canyon views and offers a recently modernized bathroom while the other guest rooms have original built-ins and offer access to the private backyard.
Outdoors, “newly terraced landscaping” leads down to an oval-shaped, in-ground pool, said to be designed by Richard Neutra.
“I could see someone wanting to live here as a primary residence, but could definitely see it as a secondary residence,” he added. “It’s the perfect pied-à-terre size that is quintessential California and very special.”
