The Outpost Report: October 2025 Real Estate Trends in Outpost Estates - From Listings to Closings and More
Welcome to this month’s edition of The Outpost Report, a neighborhood-focused look at the real estate market in Outpost Estates.
Compiled by Anthony Mian, a real estate specialist with Douglas Elliman, this report brings timely data, insights, and stories about the homes, history, and market activity shaping our hillside community.
Why share this? Because real estate activity impacts all of us as neighbors and stakeholders. Property values, sales trends, and even renovation styles influence the character, livability, and long-term health of our neighborhood. By keeping our community informed, we strengthen our ability to advocate for Outpost Estates as a unique and historic place to live.
The Outpost Neighborhood Association (ONA) is committed to protecting and enhancing our neighborhood — from safety and beautification to community-building and historic preservation. Understanding real estate trends is part of that mission: it helps us anticipate change, protect neighborhood character, and support decisions that benefit current residents and future generations alike.
With that in mind, here’s the October 2025 update on what’s happening in the Outpost Estates real estate market.
We’re heading into the final quarter of the year with a noticeable uptick in inventory, a handful of interesting escrows, and a continued pattern: the market is rewarding precision.
👉 If you’re a seller: strategy is everything.
👉 If you’re a buyer: options are expanding.
📈 Inventory Watch: Highest Level of 2025
There are now 14 active listings in Outpost Estates — the highest number we’ve seen all year. This sharp rise in supply is giving buyers more choice, especially in the $3M–$6M range, and it’s beginning to shift leverage in their favor. Data reflects listings and sales as of September 30, 2025.
A legendary 1929 Spanish Revival estate, Villa Dorada hits the market for the first time in 53 years. Rich in Hollywood history, it was once home to Bela Lugosi and Frank Sinatra’s confidant Jimmy Van Heusen, and still retains exquisite period details like a wood-paneled elevator and magnesite floors. Set on a rare flat cul-de-sac with sweeping views from the Hollywood Sign to the Pacific, this 7,400 sq ft home is a true architectural time capsule.
A legendary 2.3-acre creative sanctuary assembled by filmmaker David Lynch, this five-parcel compound includes three distinct residences—anchored by the historic 1963 Beverly Johnson House by Lloyd Wright, a mid-century architectural gem. The estate also features Lynch’s private editing suite, a Lost Highway filming location, and a pool/pool house designed by Eric Lloyd Wright. A rare intersection of architectural pedigree, Hollywood history, and cinematic lore.
Conceived by Dennis Wehmueller, a protégé of Frank Lloyd Wright, this Mid-Century Modern home sits quietly at the end of a cul-de-sac and celebrates the principles of organic architecture. Walls of glass open to panoramic Runyon Canyon views, while radiant floors, custom finishes, and modern systems create a refined, indoor-outdoor living experience.
This reimagined 1938 estate in Outpost Estates blends Old Hollywood glamour with modern design across 4,200+ square feet. With custom interiors, a marble fireplace, chef’s kitchen, and resort-style backyard complete with a pool, pizza oven, and fire pit, it’s a true entertainer’s dream. Offered fully furnished with curated vintage and bespoke pieces, it’s a turnkey escape just moments from the city.
Perched at the end of a cul-de-sac in Outpost Estates, this gated Tuscan-style villa blends old-world elegance with modern comforts and panoramic city views. Rich architectural details — including coffered ceilings, hand-forged ironwork, and stenciled pavers — complement sunlit interiors and a romantic courtyard entrance. With multiple verandas, lush gardens, and a spa-like primary suite, it’s a private hillside escape from city life.
This Mid-Century ranch in Outpost Estates sits on a quarter-acre of terraced gardens, offering lush canyon views and a layout designed for creative living. Original details like vaulted wood-beam ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace meet modern upgrades including solar panels and an EV charger. With five bedrooms, multiple outdoor spaces, and rich neighborhood history, it’s a private yet connected retreat in the Hollywood Hills.
Perched atop a private promontory, this custom Spanish Revival was completely reimagined by LoBello Designs and styled with Olive Ateliers. With panoramic views from the Hollywood Sign to the Pacific, the home blends handcrafted luxury — including a La Cornue range, Calacatta marble, and Meoded plaster —with warm, organic design. Indoor-outdoor flow, a sun-drenched observation deck, and a separate guest/pool house complete this elevated retreat above the city.
Originally designed in 1925 by celebrity architect Marshall P. Wilkinson, this gated Spanish Revival blends Old Hollywood charm with modern upgrades. Architectural details like a soaring beamed foyer, wrought iron accents, and arched dining room entry create timeless elegance, while top-tier appliances and updated baths add everyday luxury. The backyard is a private oasis with a classic pool, lush landscaping, and multiple outdoor living areas that feel worlds away from the city below.
This sleek modern estate offers panoramic views of the Griffith Observatory, Hollywood Sign, and San Fernando Valley. Designed for indoor-outdoor living, the open floor plan features floor-to-ceiling glass walls, a chef’s kitchen, and seamless access to a resort-style backyard with pool, fire pit, and multiple entertaining areas. A detached studio and drought-tolerant landscaping complete this stylish hillside retreat.
A true entertainer’s dream, this turnkey hillside retreat in Outpost Estates blends mid-century style with modern sophistication and panoramic views of the city and canyons. Walls of glass connect open interior spaces to expansive decks, an infinity-edge pool with Baja shelf, and a spa. Set in a celebrity-loved enclave, this home delivers both luxury and lifestyle in one of LA’s most iconic neighborhoods.
Perched on a private road in Outpost Estates, this stylish mid-century home features a dramatic butterfly roofline, floor-to-ceiling glass, and sweeping treetop and city views. The primary suite opens to a private deck leading to a lush entertainer’s yard with a pool and sun-drenched lounge areas. With sleek finishes, a remodeled kitchen, and an effortless indoor-outdoor flow, it’s a striking architectural retreat in the hills.
Once home to legendary host Bob Barker, this 1929 Spanish Colonial Revival estate is a designated Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument and a true piece of Hollywood history. Thoughtfully restored by designer Julia Dempster, the residence blends Old Hollywood romance with elevated modern luxury, featuring dramatic original details, dual primary suites, a stunning chef’s kitchen, and serene resort-style grounds. Set just moments from Runyon Canyon, this legacy property offers timeless glamour in the heart of Outpost Estates.
Perched on a peaceful cul-de-sac, this reimagined 1955 mid-century home blends panoramic canyon views with serene indoor-outdoor living. Features include La Cantina doors, terraced gardens, a stunning pool deck, and even a whimsical writer’s hut with hillside views. Thoughtfully expanded by its current owners, it offers a soulful retreat just moments from Runyon Canyon and Hollywood.
Designed by noted architect Marshall P. Wilkinson, this updated and gated Outpost Estates home blends timeless design with modern comfort. Highlights include four en-suite bedrooms, a chef’s kitchen, smart home tech, and seamless indoor-outdoor living with lush landscaping, a fire pit, and a detached flex space. Just minutes from Runyon Canyon and Hollywood hotspots, it’s a private retreat with easy access to everything.
🔒 Under Contract: Three Escrows in Motion
The following three homes are currently in escrow, showcasing a mix of pricing success and strategic pivots:
Received a full-price offer within 5 days. Likely could’ve achieved a higher price if not for the impact of Measure ULA (4% "Mansion Tax” on sales over $5.3M).
Went into escrow after 47 days, reflecting steady demand for quality view homes in the mid-$4M range.
Originally priced at $3,995,000, the property was withdrawn, re-listed with auction-style pricing, and is now in escrow — a clear example of market resistance to overpricing.
✅ Sold This Month
Initially listed at $1,795,000 and sold after 84 days. Needed upgrades and ultimately sold at a ~11% discount, highlighting buyer pushback on properties requiring significant work under $2M.
💡 Market Insights
September didn’t bring a wave of closings, but it did reveal a lot under the surface. The market is still very active, but it’s demanding more from sellers. Here’s what you should know:
📈 Inventory is climbing: With 14 active listings, buyers are taking their time and weighing options carefully. Presentation and pricing are more important than ever.
🏠 Measure ULA (Mansion Tax) is creating friction above $5M. Homes above $5M are still selling, but the added 4% tax is compressing price ceilings and altering negotiation dynamics. For more info on Measure ULA click here.
💸 Overpricing is punished: We’re seeing price cuts, auction re-listings, and long days on market for homes that come out too hot.
⚡ Best-in-class homes still move fast: 2525 Outpost Dr proves that exceptional properties, priced well, and marketed correctly, can still fly off the shelf.
👤 About Anthony Mian
Anthony Mian is a licensed real estate specialist with Douglas Elliman . With years of experience representing luxury hillside properties in the Hollywood Hills, Anthony combines professional expertise with personal investment in the neighborhood’s future.
As a market expert, Anthony tracks trends that affect property values, buyer demand, and neighborhood character. His goal is to share this information with the community so that Outpost Estates residents and stakeholders can make informed decisions about their homes, investments, and long-term planning.
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