Brad Bird Lists His 1920s Spanish Colonial Revival Home in L.A. for $6 Million.
Brad Bird, the creative mind behind "The Incredibles" and "Ratatouille," purchased his Los Feliz home about ten years ago.
After over a decade of living there, Brad Bird and his wife, Elizabeth Canney, both well-known figures in Hollywood, are parting ways with their charming Spanish Colonial Revival house located in the Los Feliz area of Los Angeles.
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The couple—he's a director and producer known for films like The Incredibles, Ratatouille, Tomorrowland, and Mission: Impossible-Ghost Protocol, while she’s a film editor for classics like Big and Batteries Not Included—has listed their home for just under $6 million.
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They bought it in late 2014 for a little over $4 million. The listing is handled by Jacqueline Tager and Carol Stewart from Sotheby’s International Realty.
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This lovely stucco home, designed by architect John William Chard in the late 1920s, sits on nearly a third of an acre. It boasts four bedrooms and four bathrooms within 4,270 square feet of beautifully restored and updated living space.
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Features include quarter-sawn oak floors, plaster walls, and casement windows with antique hardware and wavy glass, along with multiple French doors that lead to a flat grassy yard complete with a pool, spa, citrus orchard, and a pergola draped in grapevines.
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The entrance to the home is marked by a cozy courtyard adorned with arched columns, Saltillo tile, Moroccan light fixtures, and an Andalusian fountain. Upon entering through the intricately carved wooden front door, you’re welcomed into a spacious foyer that leads to a dramatic step-down living room featuring a stone fireplace.
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Adjacent to this is a library/media room with elegant built-in shelves. A dining room filled with windows connects to the eat-in kitchen, which is equipped with soapstone countertops, a subway tile backsplash, high-end Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, a walk-in pantry, and a separate breakfast nook.
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A gracefully curved staircase with wrought iron railings leads you to the upper level, where you'll find a roomy primary suite featuring a cozy seating area and a private office that opens up to a wraparound balcony with stunning views of the city skyline. This suite also includes a dressing area and a charming bathroom adorned with vintage peach and teal tiles, complete with a decorative lotus flower border.
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There are two more guest bedrooms, each with their own balconies, and a private fourth en suite bedroom that can be accessed from outside, making it perfect for guests, a gym, or an office space.
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Brad Bird’s impressive career, from creating beloved animated classics to directing thrilling blockbusters, speaks volumes about his creative genius. This stunning Los Feliz home reflects that same level of artistry—elegant, timeless, and full of character. The blend of historic charm and modern luxury makes it a true gem in the heart of California.
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Honestly, I’d love to live in a place like this. California has always felt cinematic to me, like stepping into a scene from a movie. With the sunshine, views, and architecture like this, I can totally imagine the magic of everyday life feeling like a film set.
