13400 Cumpston Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91401

Property Description

Nestled in the coveted Chandler Estates neighborhood, this charming William Mellenthin home is brimming with timeless character and many upgrades! Featuring Mellenthin’s signature dovecotes, soaring beamed ceilings, a double-sided fireplace, and expansive picture windows that flood the living area with natural light. The living room radiates warmth, with custom built-ins, a lime-washed fireplace with a custom mantle, vaulted shed-style ceilings, exposed beams, and skylights. The adjacent dining room with built-in shelving & diamond-pane windows is perfect for formal dining. The cozy family room showcases a brick fireplace, a large skylight with a remote blind, and custom built-in entertainment storage, accessible from both sides. Bifold glass doors provide privacy from the family room to a versatile flex space while allowing light and serene views of the tranquil backyard. The gourmet kitchen features custom cabinetry, granite countertops, a European-style tile mural backsplash, farmhouse sink, 5-burner gas cooktop, dual ovens, stainless fridge, microwave, wine fridge, and an oversized island with seating. Unique touches include a custom pet feeding drawer, glass-front cabinets, and a built-in desk. The main floor bedroom boasts plush carpet, ample closet space, and a marble-finished ensuite bath. The permitted flex space, drenched in natural light with floor-to-ceiling windows, is perfect for a gym or entertainment area. The laundry area comes equipped with newer Whirlpool appliances, built-in cabinetry, and a service sink. The half bath off the flex area offers limestone counters and Kohler fixtures. Original hardwood floors, Kohler fixtures, and Restoration Hardware lighting are found throughout. Step outside to your private oasis with a resurfaced Pebble Tec pool, complete with glass accents, shell highlights, and colored LED lighting. An outdoor shower offers a perfect post-swim rinse. The front yard is beautifully landscaped with shrubs and flowers, plus fruit-bearing trees in both front and back, including orange, Meyer lemon, tangelo, strawberry tree and more. Experience savings with new interior paint, a newer 40-year composite roof, tankless water heater, and HVAC (three zones) with smart thermostat and app control. Other upgrades include a reglazed tub, copper plumbing, and mostly double-pane windows, retaining the home’s charm. Located just minutes from Sherman Oaks' best shopping & dining, with easy access to the 101 & 170 freeways.