898 Commonwealth Ave, Venice, CA 90291
OFF MARKET

898 Commonwealth Ave
Venice, CA 90291

Venice
  • 3 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,898 sqft

$4,874,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $29,337/mo*
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$4,874,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $29,337/mo*
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3 Beds
4 Baths
3,898 sqft

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Description

Back on the Market with new pricing. The John Baldessari Gallery Residence, 2018, Frank O. Gehry, CC, FAIA. John Baldessari and Frank Gehry! As impossible to pigeonhole a style of these giants of art and architecture, so it is with their collaboration on John's own home, the model of which was featured center at LACMA's Frank Gehry Retrospective. It's modern, of course, and constructed of the finest materials and accessories available, but in understanding the work, and its success, these terms seem almost irrelevant. It is probably best described in terms of function.Frank and John were friends. From stories about John, one can imagine a request that may have gone like this: Frank, I'm tired of traipsing up and down stairs every time I want something from the kitchen. I want my bedroom to be just steps from everything: my art, my library, the kitchen, and an outdoor place where I can enjoy a cigar, a glass of wine, and a view of the golf course next door. Frank achieved these requirements by pinwheeling the living space and gallery around a cloistered heptagonal courtyard, thus referencing, if not by shape, the program of the early California Missions. Reversing tradition, the master bedroom is on the ground floor, while the guest bedrooms are on the second floor. An elevator contiguous to the master bedroom ascends to the rooftop patios with golf course and city vistas.
898 Commonwealth Ave, Venice, CA 90291 is a 3 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 3,898 sqft single-family home in Venice, built in 2018. It last sold for $5,000,000 on Oct 29, 2024 (15% below the $5,900,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $4,874,500, with a rent estimate of $9,032/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 898 Commonwealth Ave

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3898 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: Inside,Laundry Area
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Air ConditioningHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneSpa: NoneNo Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Tinted Windows, Skylight(s)Flooring: Mixed
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoEntry Location: Ground Level - no stepsFloors: Mixed
View
Has a ViewView: Golf Course, City
Security
Security: Gated, Security System Owned, Alarm System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: FlatPatio / Porch: Roof Top DeckFencing: Block, WoodOther Structures: None
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Direct Access
Pool
Pool: Room For, Permits
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Paid
Farm & Range
Not Allowed to Raise Horses

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2018
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Residential, Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Architectural
Building
Building: Custom Built, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Full Copper PlumbingNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: No Additions/Alter

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $5,900,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Sep 03 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Venice

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3898 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10223.532 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 24-366195
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listed by Crosby Doe DRE # 00463731, (310) 275-2222
Crosby Doe Associates, Inc., (310) 275-2222
Bought with: Laurent Mamann Slater DRE # 01348767, (310) 780-9971, The Beverly Hills Estates, (310) 626-4248
Source: CLAW, MLS#24-366195

Price History for 898 Commonwealth Ave

DatePriceEventSource
10/29/2024$5,000,000Sold
CLAW #24-366195
09/23/2024$5,900,000PendingCLAW #24-366195
09/05/2024$5,900,000ContingentCLAW #24-366195
03/07/2024$5,900,000Listed For SaleCLAW #24-366195
09/25/2023ListingRemovedCLAW #22-164795
03/04/2023$6,500,000PriceChange
CLAW #22-164795
06/20/2022$7,000,000Listed For SaleCLAW #22-164795
07/11/2013$1,347,500Sold
CLAW #13662249
07/30/1999$331,000Sold
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Market trends in Venice

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.87M
$121KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.7%
Price per sq ft
$1.06K
$35MoM
Available listings
231
16MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$59,861
Assessment$5,000,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 898 Commonwealth Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1307 Ozone Ave, Santa Monica, CA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$3,400,000
12/08/25
4
4.5
4,018
967 Vernon Ave, Venice, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$2,800,000
03/20/26
4
3.5
2,631
1128 Marine St, Santa Monica, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$3,400,000
11/06/25
5
4.5
2,773
835 Sunset Ave, Venice, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$2,025,000
03/17/26
4
4
2,575
1713 Pier Ave, Santa Monica, CA
0.46
Single-Family Home
$4,838,000
07/18/25
5
4.5
3,516
1726 Pier Ave, Santa Monica, CA
0.44
Single-Family Home
$5,300,000
11/06/25
5
6
4,176
2102 Pier Ave, Santa Monica, CA
0.60
Single-Family Home
$5,275,000
05/19/26
4
4.5
3,894
855 Sunset Ave, Venice, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,900,000
12/30/25
5
3
3,219
1000 Indiana Ct, Venice, CA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$3,435,000
03/02/26
4
4.5
2,686

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What Locals Say about Venice

At least 457 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 93 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 93 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 80 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 65 % Say car is needed

  • 64 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 62 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 60 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 54 % Say parking is easy

  • 54 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 49 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 43 % Say there are community events

  • 43 % Say it's quiet

  • 42 % Say kids play outside

  • 37 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Ken Cunningham
    "There’s a lot of good sidewalks but the yards are very small so it can be difficult if you have a large dog"
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    "No you need a car if another district. Stay here else be ready for traffic Jams . You can go to Santa Monica "
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  • hlieb
    "There’s a fair amount of traffic,so you must be very alert crossing the street as I have seen cars blow through stop signs and not even slow down"
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  • Eve Rappoport
    "Close to Venice high, decent schools in area. There aren’t a lot of kids around, however. Lots of trees. Several large traffic intersections."
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    "People walk their dogs all the time and dogs seem to be very welcome in this neighborhood. Everybody seems to have one. It’s nice to see people taking such good care of animals."
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  • Eve Rappoport
    "It’s very flat and easy to walk dogs. There are many restaurants with outdoor seating, and the Marina and several parks are nearby."
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    "Overcrowded with tourists and homeless, there’s never street parking and it’s so noisy with fireworks/drunks/homeless. Nice to visit for restaurants that’s it. "
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    "It’s very dirty and unsafe. Better just to visit during the early morning or nice restaurants briefly "
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  • Sarah Kelly
    "There’s some areas that are safe and others that are not. Definitely important to do research on the area in Venice has homeless and crime in certain spots."
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  • BZ
    "Venice is unique and eclectic with wonderful restaurants and a fun nightlife. It’s a great place for young people. "
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  • Santiago Juyo
    "Food and trash on the ground can be dangerous so annoying to deal with here in Venice. Lots of green areas "
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  • B B
    " Easy by car. 25 minutes maximum. Kids take bus and we bike a lot. Love the neighborhood "
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    "I love this neighborhood. It feels like living in a beachside bike-friendly village next to a big city. "
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  • Trulia User
    "good city for families and kid friendly dogs lovers good place to live I would recommend this city to anyone who would want to feel safe to live "
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    "I am about to move here and in process of transitioning. I like sunshine and understanding people to what it is today. I am still looking for a place to live in a studio for a single person. "
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    "It’s special in its own ways. Very laid back, very friendly. Community driven A bit what you picture about Californian life "
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    "You see people walking up and down streets with all kinds of dogs. It’s difficult to find a receptacle for dog poop. "
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    "It’s got a great neighborhood feel and is away from the hustle & bustle but still very close to the action. Surrounded by trees and plenty ma & pop shops :) "
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    "Although I do not live here, everyone seems genuinely love their community. Whatever they are doing to keep their people happy is working. "
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    "Penmar park is great for dogs. Dog friendly in most businesses. Watch out for broken glass and harmful objectives on the sidewalks in Venice. "
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    "About 20 to 30 min lots of traffic The commute to and from is a bit Challenging. However living on the Westside is very Kool. Great weather Lots of restaurants, bars, dinning There is The 3rd Street Promenade Fox Hills Mall Howard Hughes Center Numerous boutique/ ethnic Spots "
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    "Plenty of homeless people, the streets are dirty and not particularly safe to walk around at night. "
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    "Everyone has a dog here. Very dog friendly and close to the beach too. Lots of dog parks and most have been cleaned up after homeless overran them during COVID"
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    "I’m moving out of state Im a Cali native and I’ve lived in Venice since 1998. It used to be great - terrible now "
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    "The people, the houses, the relaxed vibe, the natural beauty and the quirky characters. People are generally warm, friendly and willing to offer help if needed. We have a great selection of restaurants and stores. Anything you need is within a short range. Even the beach"
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  • Loulou111
    "I work from home but driving is easy from the Oxford ave anywhere.....,. Lovely quiet neighborhood & plenty of nature........ Neighbors watch out for each other & a good mix of ages"
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  • Erin K.
    "I love the weather and biking to the many amazing restaurants in the area. However, the homeless situation gets worse everyday. We pay too much to live here surrounded by crime and garbage. "
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  • Terry B.
    "I have lived in Venice all my life. There’s no other place I would rather live. The weather is great, usually 20° cooler than downtown Los Angeles. Many outdoor activities including bike riding, surfing, walking, tennis, paddle tennis, basketball, rollerskating , swimming, And many more. Great walkability to restaurants, shopping, library, farmers market. Dog friendly. "
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  • Olivia O.
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    "It’s more of a young persons game. Young couples and new families but i think there are better places to raise kids"
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    "I love this neighborhood . It blends a beachside community with a growing art and culinary scene but maintains some of the less manicured, dogtown vibe"
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    "Honestly, we don't really have anything. Halloween used to be fun out here and houses used to go all out, not anymore. "
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    "Usually, medium to heavy traffic all week. Commute is 30 mins to work and usually 15 at night. Weekends get very busy due to Venice beach. "
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    "Beach events are always good fun. Biking is great in this area and people are definitely respectful of the bike lane. "
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