SILVER LAKE GREGORY AIN CONDO, THE AVENEL TRACT, 1947

The Avenel Tract in Silver Lake is one of Los Angeles’ most significant examples of mid-century modern residential architecture by Gregory Ain. Designed as a collection of ten modernist residences, The Avenel Tract reflects Ain’s progressive ideas about flexible living, privacy, community and the relationship between architecture and the Southern California landscape. This rare offering presents an opportunity to own a thoughtfully updated residence within one of Silver Lake’s most recognized architectural landmarks.

Gregory Ain designed The Avenel Tract in collaboration with its ten original owners, creating an innovative housing concept that challenged the conventions of postwar residential design. Rather than relying on fixed interior layouts, Ain developed adaptable homes that could respond to the changing needs of their residents. The result is a distinctive example of Los Angeles modernism where intelligent planning, efficient use of space and indoor-outdoor living became essential parts of the architecture.

Each residence at The Avenel Tract was carefully positioned to embrace its Silver Lake hillside setting, natural light and sunset views. Gregory Ain incorporated sliding partition walls that allow the interiors to function as one, two or three-bedroom configurations with one bathroom. This flexible floor plan remains one of the defining features of The Avenel Tract and illustrates Ain’s belief that modern architecture should adapt to the people who inhabit it rather than dictate how they live.

This residence has been thoughtfully remodeled while respecting Gregory Ain’s original architectural vision and preserving many of the home’s defining mid-century modern details. Interior spaces remain connected to private outdoor areas framed by mature landscaping, creating a seamless environment for entertaining, relaxing and enjoying Southern California’s indoor-outdoor lifestyle. The combination of original design elements and sensitive updates allows the residence to feel both historically significant and entirely relevant to contemporary living.

The Avenel Tract is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, recognizing its importance within the history of Los Angeles mid-century modern architecture and the broader body of work by Gregory Ain. Today, the complex remains an important example of Ain’s socially progressive approach to residential design and his exploration of adaptable housing. The property is also located within the Ivanhoe School District.

Located in the heart of Silver Lake, The Avenel Tract offers close proximity to the Silver Lake Reservoir along with neighborhood restaurants, cafés, shops and local destinations. For buyers searching for a Gregory Ain home in Los Angeles, a Silver Lake mid-century modern residence or an architecturally significant property, The Avenel Tract offers a compelling combination of architectural provenance, historic recognition, flexible modernist design and an exceptional Silver Lake setting. Listed by Robert Kallick, Compass.