Arts & Crafts Movement LA Historic-Cultural Monument No. 1108 | 221 S St Andrews Pl.

In the heart of St. Andrews Square, this home feels like stepping into a sun-drenched novel of old Los Angeles. A designated Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument built around 1912, this exquisite Craftsman home stands as a testament to the vision of architect Arthur S. Heineman, the man who dreamt up the concept of the motor motel as we know it and also helped bring California Craftsman design to full fruition in the early half of the 20th century. The Arts and Crafts era left an indelible mark here at 221 S St. Andrews Place — every inch radiates with character, a whisper of a time when design was more than just a simple aesthetic, it was all soul.

Arthur S. Heineman, architect and inventor, was one half of The Heineman Brothers and, after the Greene Brothers (popularly known as Greene & Greene), were among the most prolific architects of the California Arts and Craft Movement.

Designed by the renowned Arthur S. Heineman (1878–1972), this residence was originally built as a speculative venture for contractor and owner Wilbur F. Miner. Early records reveal that the home initially served as a rental, with its first two owners residing in Portland, Oregon. It wasn’t until 1921 that William F. Radis, a prominent real estate salesperson and later a secretary of a bond house, made this architectural gem his personal home. The Residence by Heineman on St. Andrews Place was designed in the Craftsman style with Oriental influences. It features low-pitched cross gables, a side gabled roof with Oriental peaks, deep overhanging eaves, stone and cement piers flanking a full-length front porch, and decorative clapboard siding. Interior elements of the house include the Grueby tile inglenook with art glass windows, wooden ceiling beams, built-in buffet, original entry door with decorative glass inset, and original hardware.

Though Heineman had no formal architectural training, his impact on California architecture is undeniable. He arrived in Pasadena as a young man in 1894, where he and his brother Alfred embarked on a real estate development career. By 1911, Heineman had become a respected and sought-after designer, known for his mastery of the California Craftsman style. Legend has it that he was encouraged by Los Angeles architects to pursue formal licensure, and after answering only a handful of exam questions, he was awarded his architectural certificate. Heineman’s legacy includes a number of notable buildings across Los Angeles, such as the Fuller House in Hollywood, the Cumnock School for Expression in Hancock Park, and the J.R. Dennison House in West Adams, which is now recognized as Historic-Cultural Monument #818. Perhaps most famously, Heineman pioneered the concept of the motor hotel—later trademarked as the “MoTel”—which would go on to shape roadside architecture across the country.

Step inside, and you’re met with a hypnotic blend of vintage detail and modern grace. The living room is a love letter to old-world craftsmanship, with original hardwood floors beneath your feet and boxed beam ceilings that make you want to stare up and imagine what they’ve witnessed. There’s a cozy inglenook that begs you to curl up with a book (or a friend) and a glass of wine in hand. The dining room is ready for long, lingering dinners that somehow always end up in the wine cellar, while the family-media room beckons with its powder room and dedicated office space. Practicality never looked this chic.

The kitchen is a sun-soaked masterpiece, practically calling you to linger over breakfast in the charming nook or throw together a last-minute dinner party.

High-end appliances gleam, a spacious island stands ready for everything from prep work to impromptu gatherings, and it all spills out into the backyard, as if inviting you to blur the line between indoors and out.

And that backyard—lush, vibrant, with a vine-covered pergola perfect for stolen conversations under the stars, a fire pit for cool LA nights, and a deck that connects the family room and kitchen like a quiet pulse of the home.

The first floor family-media room has a convenient powder room alongside a dedicated office area.

The elegant dining room connects to the home’s storied wine cellar.

Upstairs, the house invites you to settle in and relax at one of this level’s three bedrooms. The spacious primary suite has treetop and neighborhood views and feels like a total sanctuary with dual walk-in closets, a cozy sitting area,

And an exquisite primary bathroom that’s more spa than bath, complete with a Toto toilet because, well, why not?

The two additional bedrooms are lovely and share a recently remodeled bathroom.

The bedrooms are both nicely sized with great natural light, closet space, and room for a desk and work area.

The bathroom the two guest bedrooms share is simple yet sleek and stylishly remodeled and feels like it was designed just for you.

Outside, the lot sprawls out, offering more than enough room for impromptu gatherings or quiet afternoons under the pergola.

And if the existing guest house/studio with half bath isn’t enough, plans for a 900 square foot guest house and pool are ready to turn this property into a full-blown compound.

The studio has perhaps my favorite bathroom of all, no small feat in this wonderfully redesigned and restored Los Angeles Historic Cultural Monument.

Imagine the stories you could create here, with parking for six vehicles, a short skip to Larchmont Village, K-Town, The Grove, and Downtown LA. This isn’t just a home; it’s a slice of Los Angeles history wrapped in modern comfort, a place where the past and present collide in the most seductive way possible.

I would love to get you a private tour of 221 S St. Andrews Place in Larchmont VIllage. Call me today at (323) 697-3040 or email me at jacqueline.tager@sothebyshomes.com.

Listing provided courtesy of Dich ‘Peter’ MacDRE #01963649, The Agency.

Jacqueline Tager | DRE# 1476997
jacqueline.tager@sothebyshomes.com | (323) 697-3040
Sotheby’s International Realty – Los Feliz Brokerage
1801 N Hillhurst Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90027

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