Production Ready Mid-Century Ranch Home - Lake Balboa

About the Space

Located in the Lake Balboa area of Los Angeles, this beautifully updated 1951 ranch-style home blends classic character with modern, production-friendly functionality. The property offers 1,684 sq ft of interior living space on an 8,185 sq ft lot, making it ideal for film, television, photo shoots, commercial productions, interviews, lifestyle content, and print campaigns. The exterior has a warm, welcoming aesthetic with a subtle Midwest feel — classic brick detailing, clean lines, mature landscaping, and excellent curb appeal. A two-car garage, large driveway, and spacious backyard with pool provide flexible staging, equipment access, and production logistics. Interior Highlights Open Living + Kitchen Layout The main living space features an open floor plan that connects the kitchen, dining, and living areas — perfect for filming wide shots, multi-camera setups, or lifestyle scenes. Large sliding glass doors and multiple windows fill the home with soft, consistent natural light throughout the day, creating a bright yet controllable filming environment. Kitchen (Production Favorite) The kitchen is a standout feature with: * Warm wood cabinetry * Large central island ideal for cooking demos or staging * Clean modern finishes with mid-century influence * Stainless steel appliances * Excellent counter space for food styling or product shoots * Clear sightlines into living and dining areas * Easy access to outdoor patio via sliding doors This layout creates a seamless indoor-outdoor filming flow, which works especially well for lifestyle, culinary, or hosting scenes. Indoor-Outdoor Connection One of the home’s most versatile features is the strong connection between interior living spaces and the backyard: * Multiple sliding doors open directly to the patio * Wide paved outdoor area for staging or filming * Pool backdrop with clean landscaping * Plenty of room for crew, gear, or talent holding The backyard provides a polished Southern California setting while still feeling private and controlled for production. Bedrooms + Office The home includes: * Three bedrooms with neutral, camera-friendly styling * Two bathrooms with updated finishes * Dedicated office space ideal for work-from-home scenes, interviews, or production workspace Rooms are thoughtfully staged with natural tones, making them versatile for different creative directions. Production Logistics ✔ Large residential street with ample street parking for production vans, trailers, and grip trucks
✔ Wide driveway and garage access for equipment load-in
✔ Spacious backyard for staging gear, holding, or crew overflow
✔ Open floor plan simplifies camera movement
✔ Quiet residential setting (ideal for interviews and dialogue shoots)
✔ Multiple indoor/outdoor filming angles
✔ Easy access from major LA production corridors Ideal For * Film & television shoots * Commercials & branded content * Photo shoots / editorial / lifestyle * Interviews & social media content * Print productions * Cooking or hosting scenes * Indoor-outdoor lifestyle storytelling