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Oh my childhood! Who didn’t love this show? Own a piece of history in #StudioCity! Contact me if you are serious and pre-approved. What a great project this could be!

I attended a Mastermind session last night for the top 10% agents in our office. Most, but not all of us, are feeling a shift.  Personally, my opens have been a little quieter than normal in both Lachmont and the Hollywood Hills. Some agents chalk it up to it being summer, but as I look back over the last 15 years, I have only really been quiet in August! LA is usually empty in August as people are squeezing in a last minute vacation. I always suggest an owner wait until September if they can’t get their house in June. December would be the next slowest month. However, if I were a buyer right now, you may have a better chance at actually getting an offer accepted! Mortgage rates have ticked up and we are expecting another increase this year. A more balanced market would not be so terrible…

Join me today, Sunday, from 2p-5p at this great unique home tucked away behind the Magic Castle! 5 beds, 6 baths over 4000 sq ft. $2999000

(Please let me know if you would be interested in attending or hosting a free workshop!)

2018 TAX CHANGES-KEY REAL ESTATE COMPONENTS

Here are some of my favorite things to do in Los Angeles this January

One of the most important things to consider when choosing an agent is finding someone that you feel comfortable spending time with! Check their reviews online, and ask them tons of questions!

When presenting your home to prospective buyers, first impressions are crucial. Buyers begin judging your home the moment they see it, and generally, they prefer homes that are well-maintained, clean, and clutter-free — homes they can picture themselves living in. In order to attract buyers and ensure that you get top dollar for your home, you must pay special attention to how your home is presented to the world. Consider working with a professional stager to help set your home up for success. Remember, the goal is to sell your home as quickly as possible and get your asking price. Whether you choose to hire a professional or do it yourself, a little bit of staging goes a long way. Here are some helpful tips to make your home more appealing.

On the Avenues Holiday Home Tour

Here are some more of my favorite events happening in Los Angeles this November!

Here are some of my favorite events happening around LA for the first half of November!

 These are some of my picks for the top events in Los Angeles during the second half of October! Also check out these 10 Family-Friendly Fall Festivities in LA!

Here is your Micro Real Estate Market Update* for Larchmont Village, Windsor Square, and Hancock Park. If you ever have a specific question about a home, neighborhood, a sale or you want the current value of your house, contact me.

Here are my picks for the top events in LA for the first two weeks of October:

Here are some great family-friendly Fall Festivities, Halloween Events, and Pumpkin Patches!

SOLD in Larchmont Village!

Active!

Happy February! Here are some of my favorite events happening this month around Los Angeles!

Here are my picks for the best Christmas Light Display in Los Angeles!

Hancock Park is the area between Wilton, Melrose, Olympic (some would say Wilshire) and La Brea. The central location attracts business owners and professionals who only have to commute 15 minutes to the major employment centers such as Downtown, Century City, Beverly Hills and LAX.
Hancock Park  neighborhoods include Windsor Square, Larchmont Village, Brookside Village , and Hancock Park . Contact me to see any of these options!

Very excited about my  listing in Windsor Square! Call me for a private showing, while you still can!

Happy November! Here are some of my favorite events around Los Angeles for the first two weeks of November:

5 Beds 6 Baths (5,297 sqft)  LP: $4,950,000 

Look! These 10 Los Angeles duplexes are for sale right now for under $1 Million! I LOVE income property and if you think it is time to buy or sell, conact me! Have a look…

Here are some of my favorite Los Angeles events for the second two weeks of October:

We have already covered how Southern California is home to some of the best amusement parks in the world. However, every fall, it also becomes home to some of the best Haunted Attractions in the world!

Mid-century offers DTLA views from the living room & patios. This 2BR Beachwood Canyon retreat is an impeccable home or condo alternative. Numerous outdoor entertaining areas lend themselves for intimate gatherings or larger social events. Plethora of fruit trees & vegetable plants including orange, lemon, grapefruit, fig & avocado plus tomato, peppers, artichokes & rosemary. Oasis in the heart of Beachwood. Located on quiet cul de sac, 2 car garage. Av

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Occupying the ground floors of two adjacent buildings in downtown Los Angeles is the city’s largest and oldest public market- Grand Central Market. Constructed in 1897 by American businessman and potter, Homer Laughlin (of the Homer Laughlin China Company), the building which also bears his name is one of LA’s oldest commercial structures in continuous use. An adjoining building was constructed a little bit later in 1905 extending the original building to Hill Street. (Fun Fact: The building was the first fireproofed and steel-reinforced concrete structure in Southern California.) In the 1920’s the building was home to the offices of architect, Frank Lloyd Wright. While a new façade was added in the 1960s, it was removed during a more recent renovation revealing many of the building’s original Beaux Arts style architectural details.

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My favorite house last week on caravan (open houses for brokers) was 105 N Rossmore in Hancock Park/ Larchmont/ Windsor Square area of Los Angeles.  Very busy opens and agents intimated that there would be multiple offers but it is still active as of today.  The house needs alot of work but still has AMAZING potential with to-die-for views!  Rossmore has lovely homes but is still a busy street. Contact me for a tour. 

There are so many excellent Farmer’s Markets in Los Angeles offering up every type of food and crafts you can imagine. Here are my picks for the best Farmer’s Markets in the city! If these don’t make you want to move to LA, nothing will! 

*CONTACT EILEEN for MORE PHOTOS!*

*CONTACT EILEEN for MORE PHOTOS!*

Haven’t had your fill of summertime adventure yet? There is always something going on in LA! Here are some of my favorite summer events in LA for the second 2 weeks of August! 

Whether you are planning a weekend picnic, exploring some of the city’s hidden gems, or just needing a break from the urban hustle and bustle, there is definitely something to be said for the numerous public parks of Los Angeles. While some parks are undoubtedly nicer than others, I have to say one of my personal favorite retreats is hidden among the palatial residences of Beverly Hills. I’m talking of course about Greystone Mansion.

Looking for something fun to do this month? Here are some of my favorite summer events in LA for the first 2 weeks of August!  

 6 beds, 7 baths listed at almost $6.5m – in Hancock Park – 6655 sq ft on almost 18000 sq ft lot. This house has everything you need! Great 1920’s original features but updated for today’s living. My favorite thing about this house is how it is decorated. I love that the owners have great art and had fun with colors and didn’t play it "safe".  I do not love the front of the house from the curb (which is why that photo is near the bottom) but inside and the yard is wonderful. Rimpau can get a little busy but it is set back enough not to be annoying. Not far from Larchmont. Would you like a tour?

Yes, Victorian homes do exist in LA, and you can even explore a few (somewhat intact) Victorian-era neighborhoods if you know where to find them. In the midst of such a large and modern city, it is easy to overlook the many small pockets of history that are scattered throughout Los Angeles, But the city is abundant with hidden gems, historic neighborhoods, and architectural vestiges of another time. In fact, Los Angeles is home to some of the finest examples of historic architecture in the country! An entire block of Victorian-era manors in the Angelino Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles is preserved on the National Register of Historic Places. Which brings me back to the topic of this post: what exactly is Victorian architecture, and where can it be found here in LA?

Perhaps it’s an unexpected drop-in from the in-laws? Or maybe you were so busy preparing for their arrival that you forgot to plan an itinerary? Don’t sweat it! I have a few day-by-day suggestions that will make you look like a pro! No doubt your guests will be clamoring see Hollywood and take in everything that Tinsel Town has to offer. But you know that there is far more to LA than the glamorous stars and silver-screen majesty that most tourists are familiar with. Granted, there is plenty to be seen here in that respect—it is Hollywood after all. But you know that this city has so much more to offer, and you want to make sure your out-of-town visitors get a well-rounded experience.

​For Sale $1,875,000 near Hancock Park in St. Andrew’s Square. I loved this Craftsman house! Great early 1900 bones with modern designer updates. Would you like to see it?

I loved this home last week and it is already under contract! 224 S. Muirfield in Hancock Park – 5 beds, 5 baths 5076 sq ft on 19541 sq ft lot. I am not surprised it was snatched up. My favorite is the (small) family room off the kitchen. Could you live here? Contact me if you want inside some of these fabulous homes.

Okay, so who wouldn’t want to write a blog about amusement parks? You can’t live in Southern California without hearing the words "Disneyland" or "Universal Studios" on an almost daily basis.  Southern California is home to so many theme parks—Universal Studios, Six Flags Magic Mountain, Knotts Berry Farm, Lego Land, Disney’s California Adventure, and of course, Disneyland! (that’s not even the full list!)—that, no matter where you live in Los Angeles, you are never more than a couple of hours from endless fun, epic thrills, and fantastic adventure! Most amusement parks even offer special discounted rates for SoCal residents and special local deals such as "buy a day, get the rest of the year for free!"

Memorial Day has passed, and last year saw over 37 million travelers hitting the road for the holiday weekend. Need help planning your travel plans? Here are 5 nearby destinations for your mini-vacation any weekend:

Red? White? Sparking? Sweet? Semi-sweet? Dry? What the heck are tannins anyway?

This was my favorite house on caravan! VERY masculine but I loved it! Listed at $5750000 (less than $800 a sq ft is actually really good around here) and it is 7481 sq ft on a 7426 size lot – 7 bedrooms and 9 baths.

May is National Burger Month, and from the classic to the gourmet, Los Angeles is home to some of the best burgers in the world. No doubt they face some serious competition, but here are my picks for the best burgers in the city.

Show your appreciation this Mother’s Day by giving her the ultimate unforgettable Mother’s Day experience right here in the Larchmont area! 

On Earth day, John (the husband) and I went to Atwater Village (which is between Los Feliz and Glendale) to watch homes being built in ONE DAY. ​ Actually, 6 homes were built in one day. The top 2 floors of the house are built off-site and trucked in. It is funny to be on Glendale Blvd. and pass all these "parked" houses!   The actions starts around 24 seconds! 

You are invited to take a step back in time as you explore the elegant private gardens of historic Windsor Square homes. The annual self-guided walking tour takes place this year on Sunday, May 1^st from 2:00pm to 6:00pm in the Windsor Square neighborhood of Los Angeles. Come enjoy complimentary wine! and small bites as you stroll leisurely through the beautiful historic neighborhood. Hosted by the Windsor Square Hancock Park Historical Society, this year’s tour features six gardens including the private gardens of the Getty House- the home of Mayor, Eric Garcetti. Tickets can be purchased online here. The theme is "Living Alfresco"! My daughter will be turning 13 on Sunday and has asked to attend UNIQUE LA, so unfortunatley, I can not attend this garden party this year.

Still haven’t found that perfect gift for Mother’s Day? (It’s approaching fast!) Well, here is your chance to make up for last year’s blunder by doing your Mother’s Day shopping at Unique LA! The annual Unique LA Spring Market takes place this weekend at California Market Center in Downtown Los Angeles. This creative pop-up market event represents the largest American-made shopping event in the country and features more than 350 hand-selected local vendors. Unique LA attendees will have the opportunity to support local business as well as meet and shop directly from local artists, designers and crafts-makers in the community. The event is fun for all ages and features free drinks and snacks, DIY crafts, portraits, and live DJs. The cost is $10 (cash only) at the door, and is free for children ages 12 and under. As a bonus- admission includes unlimited re-entry for the entire weekend! Parking is available for a $6 flat rate at the California Market Center, although there are numerous other lots nearby. Come and join me this weekend at Unique LA! I will be going on Sunday morning with my 2 daughters. This is a 20 minute drive from Larchmont Village.

I saw 8 homes yesterday in Sherman Oaks and Studio City and this one was my favorite, and I feel, the best value. I know it will go quickly! I am not a fan of sharing the driveway with the house in front, and there are quite a few steps to climb if you want to go out on the main road (unless there was a back entrance I missed?) This house flows nicely and I would host a rockin’ party on day one. I would also rip out the new carpets and install hardwoods everywhere. Eventually, I would update the kitchen, but totally functions now. If you have any interest, call me sooner rather then later. Great location. This is probably a 20 minute drive from Hancock Park on the 101. List price $1239000 – 3 beds, 3 baths.

This beauty stood out this week on caravan! What an absolute treat to get on this property and meet the 2 attack pigs!

When I first moved to Los Angeles, I heard someone refer to it as a "cultural wasteland." Really? How could this be true in a city of over 3 million different people of all different ethnic backgrounds? The answer is plain and simple: it’s not true.

 Larchmont Farmer’s Market

It is SPRING BREAK and we didn’t have any plans so my husband decided to take us via public transportation to explore the ARTS DISTRICT of Downtown LA, a 12 minute car-ride from Larchmont Village. We stayed primarily in the ARTS DISTRICT and walked (10 miles!) through the TOY DISTRICT. We have several DISTRICTS -just like The Hunger Games!

Wow! 234 S Muirfield in Hancock Park, Los Angeles, 90004! 5 beds, 5 baths 6187 sq ft on an 18930 lot listed at $6750000. This is typically not my favorite style of home but this was to die for! All of us on caravan agreed this is one of the best we have seen over the years. Let me know if you want a private appointment. Located about 2-3 minutes from Larchmont Village by car.

Join me Sunday as I host this SUPER CLOSE to LARCHMONT Open House at 327 N. Gower in Los Angeles 90004. I think it has the best curb appeal on the block. I love that there is a ton of un-touched wood inside and a big chunky porch to sit and people watch. Unusual floor-plan and it may not work for everyone. If you want a huge yard, this house is not for you. Low maintenance, yard with hip firepit for hanging out under the stars! I will be there 1pm – 4pm if you want to take a peek or just come by to chat!  Hancock Park area. Was priced at $1745000 and home is about 2500 sq ft. JUST REDUCED $1499000

I have been showing a ton of houses in an area called WEST ADAMS and JEFFERSON PARK near the University of Southern California, which is about 10-15 minutes south of Hancock Park. My client is here from England so we want to see as much as possible while she is here. She wants 1 or 2 homes as an investment and has cash and is ready to go. What’s the problem, then? I can not get her in to more than 15% of the houses she wants to see. Contacted 10 agents last weekend and only 1 returned my call. We did see a few on lockbox and all of them stated they were renovated. They were – but all crap. Some are drive-by only. Most have one lousy photo taken from the car. Like this: