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‘Hidden artist compound’ lists in CA. See why it was in Architectural Digest

A remarkable fusion of both past and present in one beautiful real estate package has landed on the market in sunny Los Angeles, California.

And it’s an oasis.

“Featured in Architectural Digest (August 1994), this 6,350-square-foot compound was the personal residence and home studio of Edward ‘Ed’ Ruscha, the legendary Los Angeles artist whose work redefined the intersection of words, images, and the California landscape,” a news release on the property said.

Deemed a “hidden artist compound,” the residence is the combination of two 1950s ranch houses the artist put together to create “a free-flowing live/work” home, complete with:

  • Gardens
  • A treehouse
  • Guest house
  • Meditation studio
Ed Ruscha transformed two 1950s ranch houses into a free-flowing oasis, complete with cactus gardens, a meditation studio, and the spirit of California creativity.
Ed Ruscha transformed two 1950s ranch houses into a free-flowing oasis, complete with cactus gardens, a meditation studio, and the spirit of California creativity. Gavin Cater

The four-bedroom, six-bathroom residence is listed for $4.65 million.

Features inside the primary house, according to the listing on Compass, include:

  • High ceilings
  • Fireplace
  • Oversized windows
  • Library
  • Formal dining room
  • Eat-in kitchen
The one-of-a-kind Los Angeles retreat was a fusion of rustic midcentury warmth with the soul of a modern art studio.
The one-of-a-kind Los Angeles retreat was a fusion of rustic midcentury warmth with the soul of a modern art studio. Gavin Cater

And what California home wouldn’t be complete without a swimming pool.

“With nearly two acres of land, the estate is a rare example of ‘country living in the city’—a private oasis that has inspired art, nurtured creativity, and now opens its doors to a new chapter,” the release says.

From connected ranches to vibrant guesthouse and treehouse, Ed Ruscha’s former estate is an inspiration-filled sanctuary for artists, dreamers, and makers alike.
From connected ranches to vibrant guesthouse and treehouse, Ed Ruscha’s former estate is an inspiration-filled sanctuary for artists, dreamers, and makers alike. Gavin Cater

The listing is held by Frank Langen.

Once home and studio to iconic artist Ed Ruscha, this enchanting midcentury LA compound blends art, architecture, and whimsical gardens for an unrivaled live/work retreat.
Once home and studio to iconic artist Ed Ruscha, this enchanting midcentury LA compound blends art, architecture, and whimsical gardens for an unrivaled live/work retreat. Gavin Cater
There’s 6,350 square feet of living space on 1.73 acres, as two ranch homes combine into a single flowing estate. The property offers four bedrooms, six bathrooms with the main house featureing three bedroom suites and a separate one-bedroom guesthouse.
There’s 6,350 square feet of living space on 1.73 acres, as two ranch homes combine into a single flowing estate. The property offers four bedrooms, six bathrooms with the main house featureing three bedroom suites and a separate one-bedroom guesthouse. Gavin Cater
TJ Macias
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
TJ Macías is a Real-Time national sports reporter for McClatchy based out of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Formerly, TJ covered the Dallas Mavericks and Texas Rangers beat for numerous media outlets including 24/7 Sports and Mavs Maven (Sports Illustrated). Twitter: @TayloredSiren
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