Description

Welcome to 734 Parkman Avenue, a design-forward single-family home in one of Silver Lake’s most sought after small-lot communities. The gem of this nine-home community, it sits above the street capturing abundant natural light, sweeping hillside views, and a rare sense of privacy. Fully transformed, this home is meticulously crafted to showcase exceptional design and taste. Nine-foot ceilings, European oak floors, custom baseboards and crown molding, and a full Farrow & Ball interior palette create architectural cohesion throughout. Thoughtful lighting with sculptural wall sconces and fixtures from Soho Home, CB2, and Arhaus, accentuates the home’s architectural details while creating warmth and ambiance. The open main level centers around a statement La Cornue range anchoring a true chef’s kitchen. Conceived and curated by its owner, a world-renowned food critic whose show and cookbook feature this very kitchen, it blends professional-grade performance with refined design. The kitchen also features integrated Miele, Bosch, and Fisher & Paykel appliances, deVOL fixtures and hardware, Silestone countertops with integrated pop-up outlet, and three handcrafted deVOL cranberry glass pendants above the island. Upstairs, three bedrooms provide flexibility and comfort. Two fully renovated bathrooms feature Zia tiles, with one further laden with British imported Bert & May floor tiles. All bathrooms are outfitted with brass Phylrich fixtures and Kohler smart toilets. The primary suite includes a custom walk-in closet and private balcony. Off the foyer, French doors open to a dedicated study with custom millwork ideal as a fourth bedroom, home office, or creative space. Additional highlights include newly decked porches with built-in seating, handmade irrigated planters with flowers, herbs, Meyer lemon, pomegranate, and peach fruiting trees, a rooftop deck with bespoke pergola and panoramic views, upgraded stair railings and bannisters, and attached two-car garage with EV charger. You’ll be walking distance from neighborhood favorites including Maury’s, Silverlake Ramen, Bodega Park, Gong Gan, Osen Izakaya, Psychic Wines, Dayglow, and Van Leeuwen Ice Cream. With thoughtful design, luxury finishes, and lush outdoor spaces, this home offers a level of craftsmanship that would be both costly and time-intensive to replicate, making it truly exceptional within its category.