Brady Bunch House in Studio City Recognized as a Historic Landmark
The Brady Bunch House Designated as Historic Landmark
LOS ANGELES – The famed Brady Bunch House in Studio City has officially been recognized as a historic-cultural landmark by the city of Los Angeles.
In a unanimous 13-0 vote, the City Council approved the Los Angeles Cultural Heritage Commission’s recommendation to designate the property located at 11222 W. Dilling St. as a historic-cultural monument. During a meeting on January 15, the commission determined that the property fulfilled the criteria for this prestigious designation under the Los Angeles Administrative Code.
The house, which served as the backdrop for exterior shots of the beloved sitcom from 1969 to 1974, remains an enduring symbol for viewers who grew up watching Mike and Carol Brady navigate family life with their blended household of six children. While interior scenes were filmed on a studio lot, the home’s facade became one of television’s most recognizable suburban images.
What They’re Saying
Adrian Scott Fine, president and CEO of the Los Angeles Conservancy, emphasized the significance of the house beyond its role as a television set. "Few places capture the joy and optimism of mid-century family life quite like the Brady Bunch House. For millions around the world that tuned in, it was simply a TV set — but here in the Valley, it stands as a real home, a pop-culture landmark, and a place where make-believe met real Los Angeles suburbia," Fine noted. "In many ways, we all felt at home with the Bradys, making its recognition as a historic-cultural monument a fitting tribute to a house and family that shaped so many Angelenos’ childhoods."
Background
Constructed in 1959 and designed by Harry Londelius Jr., the Brady Bunch House was chosen by producers for its proximity to Paramount Studios and its distinctive mid-century architecture, which aligned with the character of Mike Brady, an architect. Although the series aired for only five seasons, it gained immense popularity in syndication, solidifying the house’s status as a lasting cultural icon.
Interest in the property surged in 2019 when HGTV acquired the house and produced "A Very Brady Renovation," a project that reunited cast members and updated the interior to reflect the show’s iconic sets. Following this renovation, HGTV sold the home for $3.2 million to Tina Trahan, a Texas-based philanthropist and television producer, who is the current owner.
Local Perspective
In November, the house opened to the public for the first time through a three-day charity event called "The Brady Experience." The fundraiser included guided tours of the property, showcasing the painstakingly recreated interior—complete with the floating staircase and retro kitchen—while benefiting the Wags and Walks Dog Rescue Adoption Center.
