Category Archives: Brentwood

The House(s) That Jack Built Part III

Posted on April 24, 2011 by

Princess Mae and Her House of Horrors… In July 1926, about seven weeks after her quickly arranged purchase, Mae Murray officially took possession of 13047 San Vicente. At first glance, everything seemed to be just fine. It wasn’t. To say … Continue reading →

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The House(s) That Jack Built Part II

Posted on April 21, 2011 by

Sorry for the absence of posts, but it was a CRAZY week this last week… And now we continue with the amazing story of Jack Donovan and his equally amazing houses, which began with my post from last week. It’s … Continue reading →

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Lost Hollywood – A Swimmingly Grand Estate in Brentwood Heights

Posted on January 3, 2011 by

Today, a backyard swimming pool is such a common amenity it can be found even in the humblest of tract houses, but for centuries past a private pool was an object of the highest luxury reserved for only the very … Continue reading →

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