Home of the Day: A Neoclassical citadel in Glendale

Hand-carved statues stand sentry at the entrance to this Neoclassical-style residence, which evokes a museum-like quality with elements of classical antiquity, ornate wall patterns and a double-high doorway. The home, found atop a promontory in Glendale’s College Hills neighborhood, centers on a column-lined gallery designed to display a collection of artwork and artifacts.

Location: 950 Avonoak Terrace, Glendale 91206

Asking price: $1.995 million

Year built: 1980

House size: 4,444 square feet, six bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms

Lot size: 0.57 acre

Features: Marble flooring, built-ins, beamed ceilings, formal dining room, living room, art gallery, pool, balconies, sprawling views

About the area: Last year, there were 139 single-family homes sold in the 91206 ZIP Code at a median sale price of $703,000, according to DataQuick. That was a 13.2% increase year over year.

Agent: Vahan Saroians, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage

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