John Lautner’s Legendary Alexander House Hits the Market for $3.4M

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Set in Long Beach, California, the ranch-style home is crafted from brick, glass, and wood and wrapped with lush landscaping.

A long brick wall partially covers the front facade, enhancing the home's sense of privacy.
A long brick wall partially covers the front facade, enhancing the home's sense of privacy.

Location: 5281 E El Roble Street, Long Beach, California

Price: $3,400,000

Architect: John Lautner, FAIA

Year Built: 1951

Footprint: 2,886 square feet (four bedrooms, four baths)

Lot Size: 0.31 acres

From the Agent: "Nestled within the heart of the highly sought after neighborhood of Park Estates lies the Alexander House, an unparalleled  midcentury masterpiece. Crafted by the illustrious John Lautner, FAIA in 1951, this historic ranch-style abode marries organic design with modern luxury. Stretched over an expansive lot surrounded by lush landscape, the home embodies Lautner’s signature: innovation, natural materials, and a seamless blend of indoor/outdoor living. A tastefully secluded facade beckons you in, revealing an intimate shade garden and inviting glass wall near the front entrance. As you step inside, the vaulted, beamed ceilings, authentic brick and concrete floors, and bespoke built-ins capture your gaze. The grandeur of its interiors, illuminated by cascades of natural light through floor-to-ceiling windows, renders an authentic midcentury ambiance. The spacious living area draws your sight to embrace the indoor/outdoor experience, a hallmark of Lautner’s inspiration from his mentorship underneath Frank Lloyd Wright."

A long brick wall partially covers the front facade, enhancing the home's sense of privacy.
A long brick wall partially covers the front facade, enhancing the home's sense of privacy.

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