How's the Market?

HOT

Like really hot. If you didn’t know we were in the middle of a pandemic and everyone wasn’t doing showings with masks on, you wouldn’t know the difference between what’s going on now and other seller markets.

And yes, I know you are reading my other blog posts stating that over all sales are down. They are. But the competition for the limited number of available properties is brutal. Possibly the fiercest I’ve ever seen.

Here’s what I’ve got going on.

JUST SOLD

601 N Sweetzer Ave #A, West Hollywood

I just helped a first time buyer close on this super hip 2 bedroom , 3 story townhouse in West Hollywood located just south of Melrose on a great street. My client was smart enough to jump into the market in that slight pause right before everyone else did and I think she got a great deal.

I really love this place. Not one, but 2 rooftop decks with, yes, views of the Hollywood sign make this home perfect for the quarantine bound, working from home, or entertaining if we can ever get together with friends again.

You might ask how did a beach Broker wind up selling in WEHO.

Not quite sure myself other than over the years I have sold a number of properties in this neighborhood. In fact, when I listed a condo at 625 Flores around the corner from this unit, I used to park in front of it all the time so as soon as it came on the market I knew the building and was all in on it was the right fit for my client who already lived in the neighborhood.

Speaking of which. It was absolutely surreal driving through that neighborhood during and after the BLM protests with everything boarded up and the guard out. An experience I won’t forget.

Check out the slideshow below. Pandemic beard has been trimmed.

IN ESCROW

1604 Spreckels Lane, Redondo Beach

This listing right in my wheel house, North Redondo Beach, Golden Hills, remodeled and shows great.

Seems like everyone wants to live in this neighborhood these days and this home is the best version of this floor plan I’ve seen yet.

Listed for $1.199,000 and in escrow in 7 days.

Located just steps from the Hermosa Beach border 1604 Spreckels is totally turnkey, the updates have already been done so you can move right in. Kitchen and bathrooms remodeled down to the studs. New copper and ABS plumber for entire house, tankless water heater, 200 amp electrical panel, four stage whole house water filtration system, new heater and heating ducts for entire house, re-framed waterproofed deck with vinyl railing, slider doors for backyard and upstairs deck, and mahogany dual front doors plus a lot more than there's room to list here. Wow. Great floor plan with 3 bedrooms found upstairs plus an open bonus space that is perfect for a home office or play area - both of which are very useful these days. For outdoor living and entertaining there is an oversized deck overlooking the neighborhood as well as a backyard that has been recently updated with porcelain tile and artificial grass. Conveniently located minutes to Starbucks, Trader Joe's, shopping, restaurants, movies, parks, close to Jefferson Elementary and a quick ride or walk to some of the best beaches in LA.

5512 W 149th Pl Unit 7, Hawthorne

We got multiple offers on this exquisitely maintained 2 bedroom 2 full bath townhome in the gated community of Fusion.

Conveniently located on the Manhattan Beach - Hawthorne border you are close to shopping, movies, dining and restaurants on the Rosecrans corridor as well as jobs, freeways, LAX, and just a few miles to the beach. Passing through your outdoor patio you enter the open great room offering ample space to fit your lifestyle and a gorgeous kitchen. There's also a full bath and one bedroom on the same level. Upstairs is the master bedroom with a walk in closet and en suite bathroom. The unit has A/C, indoor laundry hook ups, a one car garage and one reserved parking space. And there are low HOA fees. The Fusion complex offers a swimming pool, relaxing spa, basketball court, running - walking track with exercise stations, and a park-like setting with built-in standing barbecues and a playground. And it is located in the highly rated Wiseburn School District. This is a great opportunity to own a turn key property in a highly desirable community. Put this one on your list to see because you will want it to be your new home.

407 Anita St Unit C, Redondo Beach

My buyer clients are in escrow on this townhouse just 4 blocks from the ocean with jaw dropping ocean views from Malibu to Palos Verdes.

Designed to showcase the stunning ocean and coastline views, this reverse floorplan incredibly features the entire top level of living space including 2 decks. Bright and airy with soaring ceilings, the abundant living space is filled with natural light and features hardwood flooring. The huge living room with balcony flows to the kitchen which opens from the breakfast bar to the dining room for entertaining with ease. Warmed by a cozy fireplace, the comfortable family room provides access to the half bathroom plus sizable west facing deck, ideal for soaking in the sun, ocean views and breeze. Feast your eyes on the ever-changing seascape and sunsets. A large skylight over the stairway leads to the main level offering all 3 bedrooms conveniently located together with a full hall bathroom and the laundry. At the end of the hall, double doors open to a massive master suite including sitting area, 2 walk-in closets, another ocean view deck, even an ocean view bathroom including dual sinks, spa tub and separate shower. The ground floor features a big bonus room ideal for an office, gym or playroom plus direct access to the 2 car garage. All this is located close to the Hermosa Beach Strand and Pier, Redondo Beach/King Harbor Marina and Pier, restaurants and shops.

FOR LEASE

948 Paseo La Cesta, Palos Verdes Estates

Jaw dropping ocean. coastline, and Catalina views from multiple levels of this over 9,000 Sq Ft home sitting on one of the nicest streets in Palos Verdes Estates. If you are looking for casual CA elegance in a spectacular setting and one of the largest SFRs in the area, this is the one you want to see. And these days when we are all spending so much time at home there's ample space for work, relaxing, home schooling, hanging out and just about anything else you want to do. Private gated driveway, ocean view tennis court, 3 car garage, multiple living and family rooms, fireplaces, and other amenities make this the ideal estate to lease. It is doubtful you will find another home on the hill with as much space and if you do, it won't have these views.