Eastside Dominates List of “Hot Neighborhoods”

Real estate website Redfin wondered, which urban neighborhoods will be the hottest in 2013? Polling 600 agents nationwide they came up with this list of places where increasing sales and rising prices run headlong into a decreasing availability homes. Four of them turned out to be right here in LA. And it’s no surprise to us that three of the hottest neighborhoods in our entire country are the fast-rising Northeast enclaves Highland Park, Eagle Rock and Glassell Park.

The time to sell or buy in these areas is now, and no one knows them better than Tracy Do Real Estate. A proven leader and expert in Eastside purchases and sales.

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Graphic courtesy of Redfin.

2308 Loy Lane in Eagle Rock

I’m thrilled to present my new listing, located in a nice part of one of my favorite neighborhoods, Eagle Rock. This is an ideal first home or a place to downsize to, freshly spruced with new landscaping and a lovely back yard. I’m holding an Open House on this coming Sunday, November 11th from 1 to 4PM. Stop by, check out this charming home and be sure to say hello. See you there!

More photos and info can be found at 2308loylane.com

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Thank You, Curbed LA!

I love Curbed LA and love them even more when they scoop my listings. Granted, “Unabomber Shack” might not be my first choice of words, but no complaints. I sold 5341 Hilltop Road in Eagle Rock very quickly for over its asking price, and am now entertaining backup offers. Thank you buyers for showing enthusiasm for this fixer house — and thank you Curbed LA!

 

5341 Hilltop Road in Eagle Rock

List Price $399,000

3BDs/2BA on 13,653 sq. ft. lot

Here’s my new listing. Located in a great part of Eagle Rock, it sold before hitting the MLS. I am, however, seeking backup offers for this project house that’s primed and ready for rehab. If you’re out looking tomorrow be sure to stop by my open house, anytime from 2-5 PM. I’d love to meet you and can also tell you about some other opportunities I have coming up.

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FYI Quick Read…

There was good article this past weekend in the La Canada Valley Sun concerning the latest turn (no pun intended) in the 710 Freeway extension debate. Seems CalTrans/LA Metro have taken all “surface route” options off the table, which is great news for some but continues to anger residents of northeast LA communities like Pasadena and La Canada Flintridge, among others.

 

Update: Pas City Council United in “NO” to 710 Fwy Options

A follow up to my post about the new 710 Fwy expansion plans (see below). I think the words of Pasadena City Councilman Victor Gordo sum it up best, as he says of the CalTrans proposal: ”If someone were trying to fail more miserably, they couldn’t have done it.” You can read LA Times reporter Adolfo Flores’ coverage of the rancorous meeting here.

710 Fwy Expansion Buzz(kill) in NELA & SGV

KPCC reported this morning that the long simmering and oft-debated 710 Freeway expansion proposal is back in the spotlight, with a new set of “options” that include an above-ground route through one of my all-time favorite neighborhoods — the serenely beautiful San Rafael section of Pasadena(!) Needless to say, homeowners are not amused. The idea of extending the 710 has been on the launchpad for what seems like forever, and whether you’re a resident of Pas, South Pas, San Marino, La Canada-Flintridge, Glendale, Eagle Rock, Highland Park, Alhambra (phew, did I leave anyone out?) you are likely in the crosshairs of at least one of these above-or-below-ground proposals (see above map).

Obviously the when, where and if of this thing could have significant impact on you and the value of your home. To learn more, head over to tonight’s event at the Pasadena Convention Center, where at 6:30 PM the Pasadena City Council will discuss the 710 expansion proposal and open the floor to what I expect will be a vociferous public.

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Map courtesy of the California Department of Transportation (CalTrans).

A Pair of Aces in NELA

I like these two, both new to the market this week in the happening northeast LA neighborhood of Eagle Rock. Good houses and I think they’re well priced too, offering value along with style.

House #1

List Price $699,000

3BDs/2BA in 1,580sq. ft./lot size 7,799 sq. ft.

Here’s the first house, originally built 1925 but now completely redone with architectural flare. It has views, a pool (!) and check out the interior…

A lot of custom work here, with updated systems throughout and tons of light. It’s an easy walk to the shops/dining of Colorado Blvd and is in the Dahlia School District. This one won’t last, so if you want to see it get in touch with me here.

House #2

List Price $589,000

3BDs/2BA in 1,180sq. ft./lot size 5,096 sq. ft.

This second house is a contemporary floor-to-ceiling redo, originally built in 1960. It has panoramic views off the deck and indoor-outdoor flow that many buyers covet.

Open floor plan, sleek design — and a detached office/studio/creative space. Pretty much everything’s new and updated and my guess is that this house will see plenty of interested buyers.

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House #1 listing courtesy of Grant Linscott, Keller-Williams Realty, Los Feliz

House #2 listing courtesy of Robert Carey, Sotheby’s Int’l Realty, Pasadena

Spanish Colonial Revival in Eagle Rock

1673 Hill Drive
List Price $649,000

3BR/2BA in 1,521 sq. ft. / 7,187 sq. ft. lot

 

Here’s my new listing in Eagle Rock, a gorgeous Spanish with period details in a prime North of Colorado Blvd. location. For more pictures and info, head over to my website – or better yet — come see it in person. I’m hosting an open house this coming Sunday, 7/8 from 2-5 PM. Stop by and say hi, I’ll be happy to show you around.

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New in the Nabe

EAT
Lemon Poppy Kitchen
What:
The just-opened Glassell Park cafe and bakery from the duo behind Anca’s Romanian offers stuffed flatbreads, pastries, and Handsome Coffee Roasters java.
Why: Buttermilk biscuits smeared with organic seasonal preserves (peach habanero, strawberry lemon lavender) — made with love by Katie Kildow of From the Robin’s Nest.
When: Wed.-Sun., 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: 3324 Verdugo Rd., b/t W. Ave. 33 & Arthur St., Glassell Park (323-739-0012).

Copy courtesy of Daily Candy, Los Angeles