Some homes are renovated to look new. Others are reimagined to feel like they have always belonged exactly where they are.In the heart of Frogtown, this 1910 residence has been transformed with a warm, design driven approach that feels distinctly Los Angeles. The original scale and character remain, but nearly every surface has been reconsidered, creating a home that feels collected rather than overly polished.The main residence offers three bedrooms and two baths with a completely renovated kitchen, new flooring, new windows, new interior and exterior doors, updated HVAC, new lighting, and a palette of earthy tile, warm metals, natural tones, and rich contrasting details. Both bathrooms were rebuilt with their own material story, including porcelain and terracotta toned tile, frameless glass, and Champagne Bronze fixtures. But what makes 2651 Pirtle different is what happens beyond the main house.A fully renovated detached dwelling brings the property to approximately 1,448 square feet of measured living space and creates an entirely separate space with its own entrance, full bath, kitchenette, laundry area, and climate control. Guest quarters, studio, office, creative space, or simply somewhere removed from the rhythm of the main house, it gives the property a level of flexibility that is increasingly difficult to find. Outside, the 5,446-square-foot lot is enclosed by new fencing and finished in decomposed granite, creating one continuous space for entertaining. Mature fruit trees anchor the yard, sculptural native plantings add texture, and cafe lights set the mood after dark. In Frogtown, that kind of yard is part of daily life: a morning along the LA River drifts into an afternoon outside and dinner down the street, all without leaving the neighborhood.And that may be the best part of 2651 Pirtle. It feels connected to the version of Los Angeles people are increasingly looking for. Creative, residential, a little unexpected, and close to the river, neighborhood restaurants, coffee, bike paths, and the energy that has made Elysian Valley one of the city's most distinctive pockets. Must see to appreciate!

Last Updated	9/29/2026	Year Built	1910
Community	C21 - Silver Lake - Echo Park	County	Los Angeles

Additional Details

AIR	Central Air
AIR CONDITIONING	Yes
APPLIANCES	Dishwasher, Gas Range
AREA	C21 - Silver Lake - Echo Park
CONSTRUCTION	Wood Siding
HEAT	Central
LOT	5445 sq ft
LOT DESCRIPTION	Landscaped
LOT DIMENSIONS	5446
PARKING	Driveway, Paved
POOL DESCRIPTION	None
SEWER	Public Sewer
STORIES	1
VIEW DESCRIPTION	None
WATER	Public

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