LA Digs - Northeast LA Real Estate Blog

There's a reason why homes in Mount Washington are always in demand as well as why it has become one of LA's hottest real estate markets. Located only ten minutes from downtown Los Angeles, hillside homes like this one, command stunning views while offering a rural-feeling and idyllic, dream-like lifestyle. 

In Mt. Washington, dreams do come true: It isn't hard to imagine the kids walking along a scenic trail to their great elementary school, views from the whole property, a quiet cul-de-sac that feels remote yet is minutes from downtown Los Angeles and every hip crowded boulevard in Northeast LA. Is it possible?

Just sold! 1857 Hanscom Drive in South Pasadena just closed escrow on June 6. Listed for $769,000, it closed at $740,000.

Enjoy stunning sunset views from two levels of decks on this sophisticated 3-level home. Updated kitchen, living room, dining area flow out to the deck and create an open floorplan for entertaining and easy California living. Second level features 4 original bedrooms (one has been remodeled to a large laundry room but hookups remain in the garage as well), with 2 bathrooms. The third level is permitted and offers an office area, storage room, bathroom with sauna/wine cellar opportunity, and the most fabulous man-cave in town with bar, home theater potential, huge space. For more pictures visit www.1857Hanscom.com.

• 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths


• 3134 SF on a 5190 SF Lot


• Built in 1966

Listed for $549,000
1,188 SF on a 6,650 SF lot
2 bedrooms, 1 bath
2-car detached garage with bonus workshop/storage space attached

****UPDATE***** We will being holding Sierra Villa open on November 21, 1-4pm. If you, or someone you know, is looking for a great move-in ready home in a great neighborhood in Eagle Rock, come check it out!

For more pictures visit www.5312SierraVilla.com.

Dainty Spanish cottage features 2 bedrooms plus a den, decorative Batchelder-style fireplace in the living room, hardwood floors, inside laundry. Drought-tolerant landscaped front yard, raised vegetable garden in the back, covered patio, detached 1-car garage. Move-in ready with vented microwave in the kitchen, copper plumbing, newer drain & sewer lines, updated electrical, 5-year old roof. Driveway, shared with neighbor, was recently upgraded. Located near Occidental College and North of the happening York Blvd scene of Cafe de Leche, The York, art galleries, unique shops and Do It Best Hardware.  Listed for $349,000.

Open Houses:
October 26, 10-2
October 28, 10-2
October 31, 1-4
November 7, 1-4

Stop by and take a look!

For more pictures and information visit www.1560Hazelwood.com.  If you have any questions or would like to schedule a private showing, please call us at 626.844.2211.

1202 Kipling Avenue is our bright, light and airy new listing in Eagle Rock. Located north of Colorado Boulevard, Kipling is an updated traditional with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Inside you'll find spacious rooms, slate and bamboo floors, central air and heat, updated electrical system and copper plumbing. The open floor plan is destined for entertaining!

Enjoy outdoor dining on the deck off the kitchen/dining area. The landscaped back yard is completely fenced.

Eagle Rock schools include Dahlia Heights Elementary (according to LAUSD School Finder). Easy distance to Eagle Rock Recreational Center and park, Old Town Pasadena, and freeways to further destinations.

Specs: Listed for $549,000. Built in 1948. 2,086 SF on a 5,009 SF lot.

For more pictures, visit www.1202Kipling.com.

Open Tuesday, October 12, 10:00-2:00pm
Open Thursday, October 14, 10:00-2:00pm
Open Sunday, October 17, 2:00-5:00pm

You can also call to schedule a private showing if you can't make the open house times. For more pictures, visit www.6163BuenaVista.com.

Today (Tuesday, December 16, 2008) is the day you get to see this killer deal at 4273 W Avenue 42, Los Angeles, 90065. That's just west of the 2 freeway in an area known as Sagamore Park, which is a charming little neighborhood in the City of Los Angeles, tucked between Eagle Rock and Glendale. It has Eagle Rock schools and the most convenient location you can imagine for people who need to go downtown or to areas west of Glendale.

The homes were mostly built in the 1940s and many still feature the built-in bookcases, china cabinets, and crown moldings typical of that era. Sprinkled through the area are Spanish-styled homes with colorful tile and hardwood floors as well.

The commercial area along Verdugo Blvd is experiencing a slow movement into the cafe society we all seem to be attracted to these days. ButterTart at 4126 Verdugo Blvd is a coffee and pastries place open mornings only, and they just advertised that they have free WiFi. A wonderful neighborhood tradition is Polka (Polka Catering) at 4112 Verdugo Rd, a truly Polish restaurant that has earned favorable reviews from Jonathan Gold, restaurant critic extraordinaire as well as the discriminating masses on Yelp.

I will have my famous freshly baked cookies at the house, and I'll be there from 10 am til 2 pm. The house is listed for $435,000, and is such a great deal. Besides the 2 bedrooms, 1 bath the assessor's records show, there is a complete downstairs with ¾ bath, separate bedroom, living area and kitchenette. Both levels open out to decks that overlook the lush backyard. Although located very close to the freeway, the house is not affected by noise either in the house or in the backyard. Come check it out!

If you can't make it today, we will also be open Thursday, 10-2, and both Saturday and Sunday, 1-4 pm. See you soon!