Palmer & Krisel | 6504 Rhea Ave Reseda Ca
A rare opportunity to own an authentic mid-century modern home by renowned architects Dan Palmer & William Krisel, whose designs helped define Southern California’s postwar landscape. This residence showcases classic mid-century elements including clean lines, an open floor plan, clerestory windows, and soaring wood-beamed ceilings that bathe the interior in natural light throughout the day. The home is designed to dissolve the boundary between inside and out, with living spaces that open seamlessly to the backyard and pool, becoming a natural extension of the living space—perfect for entertaining, lounging, or enjoying quiet moments in a resort like environment. The front yard is highlighted with decomposed granite, verdant plants, and a large Chinese Elm tree that shades the hardscape driveway
Smart home controls include: *Nest climate control *Ring security camera *B-hyve front irrigation system *myQ garage door opener *Hubspot kitchen ceiling fan/ light
Offered at $995,000
Listed by Jade Devitt Team
When people hear the names Palmer and Krisel, they often think of Palm Springs. But some of the architects' most important work can be found right here in the San Fernando Valley.
Beginning in the 1950s, Dan Palmer and William Krisel helped introduce modernist architecture to the everyday Southern California homeowner. Their designs brought together clean lines, low-slung rooflines, clerestory windows, expansive walls of glass, and an effortless connection between indoor and outdoor living—creating homes that still feel remarkably modern today.
One of their most celebrated Valley neighborhoods is Corbin Palms, developed between 1953 and 1955 near present-day Woodland Hills and Tarzana. Palmer and Krisel created a limited collection of floor plans, then varied the rooflines, orientations, setbacks, and exterior materials so each home felt unique while maintaining a cohesive architectural vision.
That same design philosophy is beautifully represented at 6504 Rhea Avenue in Reseda. Thoughtfully preserved, the home showcases the timeless elements that made Palmer and Krisel icons of California Modernism—from its soaring clerestory windows that flood the interiors with natural light to its clean architectural lines and seamless connection to the backyard. Outside, the sparkling pool and private outdoor spaces embody the indoor-outdoor lifestyle that defined their work and continues to captivate buyers today.
If you've ever wanted to own a true piece of Southern California architectural history, 6504 Rhea Avenue is hitting the market this weekend—and it's a rare opportunity to experience Palmer and Krisel's vision exactly as it was intended to be lived.
