CA DRE# 01931658
Known for representing architecturally significant and historically important residences across Southern California, William Baker has handled landmark properties by icons such as Rudolph Schindler, Richard Neutra, Ray Kappe, and A. Quincy Jones—including several rare and celebrated Case Study Houses. With a curatorial approach and deep respect for design heritage, he connects extraordinary homes with discerning new stewards.
Specializing in the sale of historic and architecturally significant homes across Southern California, William Baker has represented landmark properties by some of the most revered names in modern design, including Rudolph Schindler, Richard Neutra, Ray Kappe, A. Quincy Jones, Douglas Rucker, and others. His portfolio includes several of the rare and celebrated Case Study Houses—an influential postwar experiment in American residential architecture—positioning him among the few trusted stewards of these culturally significant homes. With a deep understanding of their provenance and architectural value, William brings a discerning eye and a strategic sensibility to each transaction, guiding a clientele that values design integrity, discretion, and historical context.
William’s decades of experience in sales, marketing, and design have not only equipped him to serve a highly discerning clientele, but have also led to widespread media recognition. His represented properties have been featured in Architectural Digest, The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Forbes, USA Today, The Today Show, Good Morning America, and Inside Edition—coverage that reflects both the cultural significance of the homes and the strategic reach of his approach.
An excellent negotiator with an impeccable eye for detail, William is passionate about connecting clients with the right property while identifying the next steward for L.A.’s most treasured architectural homes.