You Can Lease a Ray Kappe House in Los Angeles for $9K a Month

by Grace Bernard

The 1957 Margaret O. Smith Residence blends into its lush Laurel Canyon lot with a green facade and an upper level perched in the treetops.

Location: 8322 Ridpath Drive, Los Angeles, California

Price: $9,000 per month

Architect: Ray Kappe

Year: 1957

Footprint:  802 square feet (2 beds, 2 baths)

From the Listing: "Tucked away in storied Laurel Canyon, this post-and-beam house showcases the architect’s early genius for blending structures into a tranquil natural setting. An open-concept plan seamlessly connects the kitchen, dining, and living areas. Floor-to-ceiling glass removes the boundary between indoors and out, allowing sunlight to filter softly inside, casting beautiful, slow-moving shadows throughout the day. A freestanding fireplace, a bathroom, and a primary bedroom overlooking a canopy of green trees complete this floor. The lower level features a laundry area, a guest bath, and a second bedroom with direct outdoor access. The exterior unfolds into a lushly landscaped yard, crowned by an upper platform. Minutes from the historic Canyon Country Store, this home offers a quiet escape while remaining close to everything Los Angeles has to offer."

The home is an early example of Ray Kappe's work, who would go on to make significant contributions to California modernism.

The home is an early example of celebrated architect Ray Kappe’s work. 

Photo by Pierre Galant

Photo by Pierre Galant

Photo by Pierre Galant

Photo by Pierre Galant

The open-concept living room has a freestanding fireplace.

The open-concept living room has a freestanding fireplace. 

Photo by Pierre Galant

Photo by Pierre Galant

Photo by Pierre Galant

Photo by Pierre Galant

The 800-square-foot home has two bedrooms.

The 800-square-foot home has two bedrooms. 

Photo by Pierre Galant

Photo by Pierre Galant

Photo by Pierre Galant

The property is currently avilable for lease.

The property is currently available for lease. 

Photo by Pierre Galant

Photo by Pierre Galant

Photo by Pierre Galant

8322 Ridpath Drive in Los Angeles, California, is currently listed for $9,000 per month by Drew Tietz and Todd Bachenheimer at Modern California House. 

Chris Robertson

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