About 902 E Olive Avenue
Designated as Burbank’s first residential Historic Resource, this beautiful & distinctive home is a remarkable blend of heritage, charm, and thoughtful modern touches. Majestic landscaping adorns the property, creating an enchanted garden setting that evokes the timeless beauty of an earlier era while also serving as a sanctuary from the bustle of modern life. Beautifully presented 1920s details – such as crystal doorknobs, a vintage chandelier, decorative wall plates, and signature crown molding – pair seamlessly with high-end Viking appliances to create a rare turnkey home for lovers of period architecture, old Hollywood style, and exceptional craftsmanship. Known to Burbank locals as “The Rock House,” interesting stories abound with local lore that Henry Ford was a frequent house guest alongside notable visitors such as Amelia Earhart and Will Rogers. It is also one of the few historic homes in Burbank designated under the Mills Act, offering significant property tax savings in exchange for ongoing maintenance and preservation. This timeless property also includes a private studio house and a one-car “drive-through” garage originally designed for Model A’s. The cottage-style studio, which features a kitchenette, quarter bath, and a laundry room, is perfect as a creative workspace, hobbyist area, guest quarters, or even a versatile space for exercise, play, or lounging. This stunning property on a gated corner lot with two beautifully paved patios, a relaxing hot tub in its own private space, and an elegant Porte-cochere parking area, is a true architectural showpiece, an entertainer’s delight, and a one-of-a-kind property. Recent extensive property repairs and upgrades – including a beautiful array of citrus, guava and peach trees, a new HVAC furnace system, new copper water lines, new main line sewer plumbing, and recent roof repairs – round out this real estate masterpiece.
Features of 902 E Olive Avenue
| MLS® # | BB26133042 |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,499,000 |
| Sold Price | $1,500,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 3.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Square Footage | 1,484 |
| Lot Sqft | 7,596 |
| Acres | 0.17 |
| Year Built | 1921 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Craftsman, Cottage, Custom, Patio Home |
| Status | Closed |
| # Of Units | 1 |
Community Information
| Address | 902 E Olive Avenue |
|---|---|
| Area | 610 - Burbank |
| City | Burbank |
| County | Los Angeles |
| Zip Code | 91501 |
Amenities
| Utilities | Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Overhead Utilities, Sewer Available, Water Available |
|---|---|
| Parking Spaces | 2 |
| Parking | Concrete, Carport, Door-Single, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Attached Carport, Converted Garage, Door-Multi, Driveway Up Slope From Street, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Faces Rear, Gated, Guest, Heated Garage, Metered, Off Street, On Site, Porte-Cochere, Workshop in Garage |
| # of Garages | 1 |
| Garages | Concrete, Carport, Door-Single, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Attached Carport, Converted Garage, Door-Multi, Driveway Up Slope From Street, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Faces Rear, Gated, Guest, Heated Garage, Metered, Off Street, On Site, Porte-Cochere, Workshop in Garage |
| View | City Lights, Hills, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Courtyard, Landmark, Rocks |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
| Pool | None |
Interior
| Interior | Wood |
|---|---|
| Interior Features | Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Bedroom on Main Level, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Crown Molding, French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s), Galley Kitchen, Granite Counters, Main Level Primary, Track Lighting, Unfurnished, Utility Room, Wired for Sound |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Built-In Range, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, High Efficiency Water Heater, Water Purifier, Water Softener |
| Heating | Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump, High Efficiency |
| Cooling | Central Air, Attic Fan, Electric, High Efficiency, Whole House Fan |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Unfinished, Utility |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Living Room, Gas, Gas Starter |
| # of Stories | 1 |
| Stories | One |
Exterior
| Exterior | Copper Plumbing, Concrete, Drywall, ICFs (Insulated Concrete Forms), Natural Building, Stone |
|---|---|
| Exterior Features | Lighting, Rain Gutters, Awning(s) |
| Lot Description | ZeroToOneUnitAcre, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Sprinkler System, Yard, Corner Lot, Corners Marked, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Landscaped, Level, Near Park, Near Public Transit, Paved, Rectangular Lot, Rocks, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinklers Timer, Zero Lot Line |
| Windows | Casement Window(s), Screens, Tinted Windows, Wood Frames |
| Roof | Concrete, Flat, Mansard, Mixed, Reflective, Synthetic, Tile |
| Construction | Copper Plumbing, Concrete, Drywall, ICFs (Insulated Concrete Forms), Natural Building, Stone |
School Information
| District | Burbank Unified |
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Additional Information
| Date Listed | January 6th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Date Sold | July 31st, 2026 |
| Days on Market | 16 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Agent | Lisa Bethel |
|---|---|
| Office | Engel & Volkers Burbank |
