Time Management - Not!

Like every other aspect of real estate (and everything else), time management is important.  I try to apply my time management skills to caravan.  Most weeks I have an idea of what area or neighborhood I want to focus on, and the day before I plan exactly where I want to go.  But then there are days like yesterday.  Yes, I had a list, but it was way too long and covered a distance way too wide.  I couldn't decide where to focus, so I just started driving and gave in to... randomness.  I made it to over 12 houses - Here's a sampling of where I went:

I followed the signs outside my office to this Larchmont Village gem.  As I was leaving, I ran into the seller who turned out to be one my clothing store's customers.  I loved the house - so fun to see where my customers live.  3 Bedrooms, 1.75 baths, and a huge two story guest house for $1,489,000.

Great location, a block away from Larchmont Village

This house exudes romance in every room

Concrete counters in updated kitchen aren't for everyone, but I love them!

Another nice feature of this home - each bedroom has it's own outdoor garden or patio

so Pretty!

Lots of relaxing and secluded outdoor living spaces

Master bedroom with lovely seating area

Huge two story guesthouse villa is a real bonus 

This Historical 3 story townhouse condo in Hollywood caught my attention and drew me over that way.  It turned out to be the most memorable sighting of the day.  The unit was part of an 8 unit garden complex that was built in the 1920's by Paramount Pictures for its writers.  I assumed the Hollywood location would be a real negative, but it actually ended up to be a very clean and quiet street.  In addition, the unit comes with on-site parking, so you can park on the property and walk thru the courtyard to your home -  This place is exacctly why I love real estate in LA!   2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths $599,000 ($340 HOD).

Sweet Courtyard entry lined with  gardens

Sunny contemporary kitchen

Dramatic interior with soaring 18 foot ceilings, skylights and adobe fireplace

another angle shows the open staircase to the two additional levels

Master bedroom on 2nd Floor overlooks the garden

Baths are also nicely updated

3rd Level loft area is perfect for a home office or 2nd bedroom

The townhouse also has a great enclosed outdoor dining and entertainment deck.

Next I ventured down to my own neighborhood, Longwood Highlands, to get inside this recent renovation.  I've noticed the work in progress on this home since it's only two blocks away from my own, but I had no idea that it was being done by one of my favorite flippers - Better Shelter.  On the exterior this house is very bland, and lacks character.  But the inside was another story.  3 Bedrooms, 2 baths, $895,000 with guest house.

Exterior could use some further enhancement

Inside is the opposite -love the  high vaulted ceilings

and open spaces that flow from living room to

Spacious Dining Area

to kitchen with nice wood cabinetry and carrera mable

Lots of great natural light in this home

love the black tile flooring in this bathroom

backyard has lots of possibilities

there's even a good sized back house for a guests or work

My last find of the day was this newly renovated luxurious and MODERN Bachleor style party pad in West Hollywood with large open spaces and lots of light. 2 Bedrooms, 3 baths $1,349,000,

This updated Spanish has a modern edge

well sized rooms and high ceilings

Large open kitchen with stainless steel cabinetry

 

Both bathrooms include high design elements

 

drought resistant landscaped yard and lounge area

another great Garage/Studio with bath

Well my random day turned out pretty satisfying - even without a plan!

Remember, if you are intersted in any of these properties or in buying or selling a home, please contact me, Deborah Wolsh at 310-433-0385 or email deborah@morgan-re.com.  Until next Tuesday.......