Shepard Fairey’s Los Feliz Retreat Hits the Market
Shepard Fairey—the renowned street artist and activist celebrated for his iconic 2008 Barack Obama “Hope” poster—has placed his striking Los Angeles residence on the market. Priced at $4.7 million, the hillside property is situated on a rare double lot in the Franklin Hills enclave of the coveted Los Feliz neighborhood.
Built in 2007 and purchased by Fairey in 2015 for about $2.5 million, the multilevel contemporary offers a dramatic design aesthetic perfectly suited to the artist’s creative spirit.
Modern Architecture with Artistic Flair
An 18-foot glass entryway welcomes visitors into a light-filled foyer accented by a terrazzo-patterned floor and handcrafted octagonal cherry-paneled ceilings. The sunken living room centers around a stone fireplace, while the sleek kitchen provides ample space for casual dining.
The dining room showcases a gleaming terrazzo floor with a diamond-shaped wooden inset, reflecting the home’s blend of modern craftsmanship and artistic detail.
Upstairs, the primary suite boasts a spacious walk-in closet and a mosaic-tiled bath with a soaking tub. Three additional bedrooms and a versatile flex room—ideal as a studio, gym, or media lounge—complete the upper level. Custom wooden built-ins, a tucked-away work area, a wine room, and expansive city views enhance the home’s creative ambiance.
Outdoor Living Above the City
The property’s landscaped slope leads to a swimmer’s pool perfect for morning laps or sunset relaxation. Above the multi-car garage sits a glass-walled guesthouse with a kitchenette, lounge, and bedroom, offering privacy for visitors or a serene workspace.
A Career of Influence
Beyond this residence, Fairey’s impact stretches across art, fashion, and culture. His works are featured in the collections of the Smithsonian, the Museum of Modern Art in New York, and London’s Victoria and Albert Museum. He founded the streetwear brand Obey in 2001 and has collaborated with luxury watchmaker Hublot on limited-edition timepieces.
The 55-year-old artist, born in Charleston, South Carolina, has long been a fixture in Los Angeles. He has called Los Feliz home since at least 2005, when he purchased a 1920s Mediterranean house for $1.4 million and sold it in 2016 to actor Jason Segel for $2.3 million.