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1950's Hollywood Hills Post and Beam

2760 Pelham Place,
Hollywood Hills

50's Hollywood Hills Post and Beam with great views

Every so often a Hollywood Hills Post and Beam hits the market. Some of them mid-century homes need alot of work and others are ready to move right into. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom gem definitely fits into the latter category! Located up a long drive at the end of a cul-de-sac on a knoll providing panoramic views from downtown to Catalina Island.

mid century Hollywood Hills Post and Beam has open floor plans

Light spills into the living room, dining room and back bedrooms through walls of glass opening onto a flat yard and lovely views. The floorplan is open with the post and beam ceiling and corner fireplace serving to divide the living room from the dining room. Beyond the dining room is the updated kitchen, separated by a breakfast bar, making this Hollywood Hills post and beam home a perfect place for entertaining.

50's Hollywood Hills Post and Beam semi circle updated kitchen

The kitchen has been updated with slate floors and stainless steel appliances and includes a built-in eating corner eating area with under-seat storage. Plenty of windows provide natural lighting in addition to the recessed lights.

Hollywood Hills Post and Beam daytime view and outdoor fireplace

The house itself is 1,757 square feet of living space. However, the property includes a second, flat lot totalling up to 14,510 square feet. That's plenty of room to expand the house, add a pool or simply just enjoy as it is. The outdoor entertaining area also brings in the city view and provides a feeling of privacy and seclusion.

Hollywood Hills Post and Beam with city lights view

That same spot provides this breathtaking view of the L.A. skyline and city lights below. I would certainly have no trouble living here myself! The home is currently listed with Deasy Penner & Partners for $1,249,000. Call me at 213-215-4758 if you'd like to see this love Hollywood Hills post and beam.

Jenny Durling- Hollywood Hils, Los Feliz and Silver Lake Realtor

Jenny Durling
Broker Associate
LA Property Solutions
Jenny@LApropertySolutions.com

Copyright © 2012 By Jenny Durling * 1950's Hollywood Hills Post and Beam*

Silver Lake Small Lot Subdivision – 4 New Modern Homes Near Sunset Junction

1372-1374.5 Edgecliffe Drive, Silver Lake, CA

Modern finishes and clean lines make these Sunset Junction homes attractive

Looking for a modern home near Sunset Junction? Green City Building Co has put the small lot subdivision ordinance to good use with 4 new homes on Edgecliffe Drive in Silver Lake. Green City built these 4 Silver Lake homes as a “Modern interpretation of mid-century modern Aesthetic”. Basically we are talking about cool new homes with corner glass windows, bi-fold exterior doors and steel exterior accents. The homes are eco-friendly with, passive solar orientation & thermal chimneys, solar electric systems, tankless water heaters, and low & no-voc finishes. VOC stands for ‘volatile organic compounds’ which continue to release toxic emissions into the air for years after application. Obviously, the lower the VOC, the better for the environment. These homes also include energy star appliances and pre-wiring for electric car charging – how’s that for green building?!

Read More About Small Lot Subdivisions in  Silver Lake, Los Feliz and around Los Angeles

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Jenny Durling
Broker Associate
L.A. Property Solutions
213-215-4758
http://www.LApropertySolutions.com
Copyright © 2012 By Jenny Durling * Silver Lake Small Lot Subdivision – 4 New Modern Homes Near Sunset Junction*

Silver Lake Contemporary Home Near Ivanhoe Elementary School

3007 Angus Street, Silver Lake, CA

Silver Lake contemporary home with open floor plan

This Silver Lakecontemporary home closed as a trust sale in May 2011 for $705,000. If you had seen it before and you see it now, you would never know it was the same property! Talk about positive changes! What was once a tired traditional is now an ultra-modern 2-story home in prime Silver Lake. You’ll fine 3 Bedrooms and 4 baths in 2,400 Square feet of living space is just a hop skip and a jump from Silver Lake’s coveted Ivanhoe Elementary School.

Streamline modern Silver Lake kitchen

Walls of glass let in the natural light and bring the outdoors. The lovely living room with its updated fireplace is wide open to the dining area and kitchen. And what a sleek, modern kitchen it is with its stainless appliances, recycled counter tops and custom bamboo cabinetry. The white oak floors throughout add to the brightness of this Silver Lake home.

Large Master has direct access to deck with Silver Lake View

You’ll love the giant master suite with its walk in closet, sitting area and cool architectural bath. It also opens onto one of two view decks. What’s not to love about that?

Silver Lake home includes a spacious master with architectural bath

To top it off, the this Silver Lake home is equipped with "Smart House" technology, allowing the owner to control light, sound, video and even the alarm system from their smart phone.

double decks bring the light and Silver Lake view indoors

The front entry courtyard includes fire pit while the two decks along the back of the house provide for great views and indoor outdoor flow, perfect for entertaining. Don’t miss the bonus studio with its own separate entrance.

3007 Angus Street, Silver Lake, CA


View Larger Map This Silver Lake contemporary home sits on a 7,666 square foot lot and is currently listed with Sotheby’s for $ $1,289,000. If you’d like to see the lovely re-do in person, give me a call and let me know what day and time works for you: (213) 215-4758. Jenny Durling, your Silver Lake Realtor        

 

 

 

 

Jenny Durling, Broker Associate
LA Property Solutions
Jenny@LApropertySolutions.com http://www.LApropertySolutions.com
Copyright © 2012 By Jenny Durling * Silver Lake Contemporary Home Near Ivanhoe Elementary School*  

Franklin Avenue Elementary School in Los Feliz

Franklin Avenue Elementary School in Los Feliz is one of the top-rated elementary schools in the Los Angeles Unified School District. It's in a great location in Los Feliz and parents and the children are huge supporters of the school. They refer to it as a village with the slogan "It takes a village to raise a child".

Front of Franklin Avenue Elementary School in Los Feliz

greatschools.org, a popular school rating site, lists Franklin Avenue Elementary as being among the few public elementary schools in California that has received a Great Schools Rating of 9 out of 10. Based on reviews of 44 school community members, Franklin Avenue Elementary School has an average Community Rating of 4 out of 5 stars. The rank places the Franklin Avenue Elementary in the same category at Silver Lake’s coveted Ivanhoe Elementary School.

Franklin Avenue Elementary School Earns High Honors

Franklin Elementary School in Los Feliz awwarde the California Department of Education Academic Achievement Award [/caption] Franklin Avenue Elementary School in Los Feliz has been honored by the Department of Education for 2 years running for significantly increasing the academic achievement for all students. At Franklin Avenue Elementary, students have at their disposal a School for Advanced Studies (SAS) program. The faculty receives specialized professional training, to develop a curriculum that engages bright minds and challenges the students. Franklin’s advanced studies program is designed to meet the needs of the gifted and high achieving students at the school. Regular assessments help teacher recognize the childrens’ special strengths and talents allowing students to enter the program at any grade level in whatever content area is best for them. Open Court Language Arts and Harcourt Math Series serve as a basis for the program but team teaching strategies introduce subjects beyond the core curriculum, allowing children to grow in the directly of their interest. More information on the Franklin Avenue Elementary Schools for Advanced studies can be found on the school’s site.

After School Enrichment Program at Franklin Avenue Elementary School

Enrichments at Franklin Avenue Elementary School in Los Feliz include music and an after-school theater program taught by “Miss Aimee,” who also guides teachers in how to use art in their curriculum. Plays and music events provide performance opportunities for the children. There is also an orchestra that has been under the guidance of the same teacher for more than fifteen years. Franklin Avenue Elementary School In Los Feliz students planting a gardenAdditional enrichment to the standard curriculum is provided by home-grown in-house Franklin Kids, a parent run after-school program. Students do homework, have a snack and then experience high-quality enrichment in asafe, nurturing setting. Key components of the program include classes in art, theater, science, and physical education. There are also targeted playground activities and creative art projects that are tied to holidays and school events. The latest addition to the program is Farm Franklin's Gardening Club. Farm Franklin was started by a parent and is nurtured by a group of dedicated parents. They have not only beautified the school grounds but are teaching children about environmental awareness. Franklin Avenue Elementary School in Los Feliz is focused on learning but also provides a fun environment for the children with events throughout the year like art shows, their annual talent show, Franklinpalooza and the Pinewood Derby.

 

 

Franklin Avenue Elementary School -1910 North Commonwealth in Los Feliz

View Larger Map Buying a home in a neighborhood with good public schools can save you tens of thousands of tuition dollars. A home with access to Franklin Avenue Elementary School in Los Feliz is like money in the bank. If you are looking for a Realtor who is well versed in Los Feliz, Silver Lakeand surrounding areas, please let me know how I can best serve your real estate needs by filling out the online contact form, or better still, give me call today at 213-215-4758.

Jenny Durling- Silver Lake  Realtor

 

 

 

 

 

Jenny Durling Broker Associate
L.A. Property Solutions
213-215-4758
http://www.LApropertySolutions.com

Copyright © 2011 By Jenny Durling * Franklin Avenue Elementary School in Los Feliz  

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The Jenkyns House at 1973 Redesdale Ave in Silver Lake

 

1973 Redesdale Ave Silver Lake -The Jenkyns House

The Jenkyns House, at 1973 Redesdale Avenue in Silver Lake was conceived by Josef Van der Kar in 1960.  Currently on its third owners, the The Jenkyns House is a prime example of modernist architecture and carries many of the traits made famous by the architect.  Punctuated by walls of glass, open living spaces and a brick wall fireplace, it is easily recognizable as one of Van der Kar’s works.

1973 REDESDALE has a brick fireplace and walls of glass

 Josef Van der Kar was a second-generation modernist known both for his political activism as well as his architecture. In the early 40’s, “Van” as he was known to friends, collaborated with fellow architect Gregory Ain (some of whose creations can also be found in Silver Lake) on a postwar housing project.  The ‘Community Homes” project was to exemplify utopian ideas but when the FHA imposed covenants to ban sales of the homes to minorities, Ain and Van der Kar refused to comply and project never came to fruition.

Van’s creations are flat roofed, post and beam homes with sliding glass walls that bring the outdoors inside. Interior doors swing or slide away, allowing the occupant to change room configurations for their own purposes- Similar to the Avenel Housing Project in Silver Lake, designed by Gregory Ain in 1947.  1973 Redesdale Avenue in Silver Lake is infused with many of these design elements.

1973 Redesdale - The Jenkyns House post and beam Silver Lake

The Jenkyns House at 1973 Redesdale Ave in Silver Lake if as lovely post and beam home, set up off the street with walls of glass providing great views of the Silver Lake Reservoir.  The front half of the house is built over the two-car carport and there is an enclosed garden patio off to side. The outdoor area includes a brick firplace for outdoor entertaining and relaxing.

1973 REDESDALE bedroom with wall of glass and beamed ceiling

The home has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths in 1,840 square feet of living space.  On the first level there are two bedrooms with a shared bath room. On this level you ’ll also find the main living areas of living, dining room and kichen. . Exposed beams and floor to ceiling glass are a signature of mid century modern homes of this period.

1973 REDESDALE in Silver Lake has open kitchen and floating staircases

The second story houses the master bedroom and bath and a loft space that works great for an office. The floating staircases add interest to the home’s style and give it a distinctive modernist flair. Currently listed with Deasy Penner & Partners for $1,070,000, the house is sure to draw attention.  Give me a call at 213-215-4758 if you’d like to check out The Jenkyns House at 1973 Redesdale Ave in Silver Lake.

 1973 Redesdale Ave - Silver Lake,CA

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For more information on local architecture and buying or selling property in Silver Lake, Echo Park, Los Feliz, and surrounding areas, contact me directly at 213-215-4758 or check outLApropertySolutions.com

 


Jenny Durling
Broker Associate
L.A. Property Solutions
213-215-4758

http://www.LApropertySolutions.com

 

Copyright © 2011 by Jenny Durling * The Jenkyns House at 1973 Redesdale Ave in Silver Lake*

 

 

 

Big Bar at Alcove in Los Feliz, Cocktails on the Side?


 

Alcove in Los Feliz  has a great selection of tempting dessertsThe Alcove Café & Bakery in Los Feliz is a great spot for lunch or dinner. The Big Bar, which opened last October is a great addition.  Though there is some indoor seating, most folks opt for the outdoor patio for salads, sandwiches, desserts.  Ah, those desserts!  The establishment is one that has you order and pay at the counter and let a courteous staff member bring you your order when it’s ready.  No problem, but while you wait for your turn to order you will see a delectable assortment of desserts behind that glass counter! Make sure to save room!

No longer missing from the Alcove is the opportunity to imbibe along with that meal. The Alcove added Big Bar to the mix last fall and patrons are happily having a drink with that meal, thank you very much! How nice to have a glass of wine or a beer with that tasty lamb burger, one of my favorite Alcove entrees.  Big Bar is also open to those who’d simply like to enjoy a drink sans meal.

Big Bar at Alcove in Los Feliz is a wecome addition to a Los Feliz favoriteBig Bar can be reached from its own separate entrance from the Alcove patio or directly from inside the Alcove itself via a wide passageway. Big Bar has the feeling of being a part of the Alcove, but also its own thing entirely. The bar has the same relaxed vibe as the Alcove restaurant – come as you are and enjoy yourself. It’s a perfect addition to Los Feliz.

The Big Bar serves a nice selection of beer and wine plus cocktails that tend towards a twist on the classics. You’ll find some interesting mixes like the Los Angeles Cocktail, New Brunswick and the Vie Rose all priced at $12. During happy hour, 4 – 7 p.m. on weekdays, select drinks are $8, well drinks are $7 and $5 will get you a draft beer. You’re bound to find a special or two during happy hour as well. Regardless of when you arrive, you can choose to eat, drink or do both. Big Bar food items are printed on one side of the menu while the Alcove menu is on the opposite side. Patrons can order from either menu at the Alcove or Big Bar making it easy to get what you want all at one time.

If you haven’t been to the Alcove in a while, you might want to try a bloody Mary with Sunday brunch.  Not hungry but would like to enjoy a drink out on the patio? Give the Big Bar a try- you won’t be disappointed.

Big Bar at Alcove in Los Feliz has great outdoor patio space

 

Big Bar: 1927 Hillhurst Avenue, Los Feliz; (323) 644-0100


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For more information on Los Feliz and buying or selling property in Silver Lake, Echo Park, and surrounding areas, contact me directly at 213-215-4758 or check out LApropertySolutions.com

Jenny Durling- Silver Lake  and Los Feliz Realtor

Jenny Durling, Broker
L.A. Property Solutions
213-215-4758
http://www.LApropertySolutions.com
Copyright © 2011 By Jenny Durling *Big Bar at Alcove in Los Feliz, Cocktails on the Side?*

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Buying or Selling Los Angeles Real Estate

Buying a Los Angeles home is no simple process.  Los Angeles is a huge city!  If you are new to the area or planning a move to the area, working with an agent who specializes in the neighborhoods that interest you such as  Silver Lake,Los Feliz, Hollywood HillsEcho Park, and Eagle Rock can be of critical importance.  If you have or plan to have children, you’ll want a Los angles real estate agent who can direct you to the best area schools.  Where will you be working?  An experienced local Los Angeles Realtor can help you narrow down the neighborhoods that will make the most sense for your commute to the office.  I am your local resident expert and can be your guide in finding the right Los Angeles properties for sale to choose from that will fit your budget and lifestyle!

It is also important for Los Angeles Home Sellers , to work with a local expert. When I list and sell a Los Angeles home for a client, I help them understand the local market and the minds of local agents and buyers alike. My priority is to sell your Los Angeles home for the most money possible in the least amount of time.  When you hire me to list your Los Angeles property, you hire me to market it fully to fellow agents, their buyers and the public both online and in person. Many agents will represent both the buyer AND the seller in a single transaction.  That is not how I operate. I believe that it is my duty to represent only YOUR interests and feel it would be a conflict of interest to represent a buyer for your Los Angeles property for sale simultaneously.

When I list and sell Los Angeles homes for my clients, I make the process as smooth and pleasant as possible. You will never have to question where my loyalties lie. You can trust me to take care of the details and keep you informed every step of the way. Please let me know how I can best serve your real estate needs by filling out the online contact form , or better still, give me call today at 213-215-4758.

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18th Annual Los Feliz Village Street Fair Takes Place on Sunday, July 24

Los Feliz Street Fair

The Los Feliz Village Street Fair will be held Sunday, July 24 from 11am to 10pm on Hollywood BoulevardbetweenVermont and Hillhurst Avenues.  After two years with no fair, this one should really be great.  There will be many booths and hopefully lots of people out enjoying the selection of foods from Los Feliz Village restaurants and libations in the beer and wine gardens. There will fun and entertainment for all ages including live local bands, dancing, and dance lessons. Kids will love the moon bounce, games, carnival rides and more.

Los Feliz Fashion Fest

Other entertainment includes performances by Troupe Vertigo and Cirque School of L.A, a chalk art display and various arts and crafts exhibits. Visitors may also be interested in checking out the designer trunk show and runway presentations of Los Feliz Fashion Festival which will showcase local independent designers.

 


Green Scene a Big Draw

A popular returning feature is the Green Scene Eco Pavilion that will showcase sustainable, organic and eco-friendly products and services. There will also be a new pavilion at this year’s Los Feliz Village Street Fair called Mind Body Spirit which will feature holistic life approaches including yoga, spirituality, and meditation.  Both of these Pavilions are hosted by Kris Willey, founder of  Women of the Green Generation,  a networking group of green minded professional women actively involved in educating and motivating others to engage in sustaining the planet.

 

Keeping with the green-theme, if you ride the Metro Rail to the Los Feliz Village Street Fair, you can submit your pass to the Metro Booth at the Green Scene Pavilion for a chance to win tarot readings, yoga classes and massages. The fair takes place just one block north of the Metro Redline Station at Sunset and Vermont so leave the car at home, avoid the parking hassle and maybe leave the happy winner of a spa package!

 

Los Feliz Street Fair

As with many Silver Lake and Los Feliz community events, the Los Feliz Street Fair will have no shortage of live music. The main stage  at Hollywood and Vermont will feature A Million Pieces, The Saffron Parade Arabesque Band, Austin Hanks, Dark Matter,  One Trick Pony, Charlie Chan Blues Band, Raheem Cohen, Outliar, Polaris at Noon, and Cosmic Suckerpunch.  The annex stage at Hollywood Blvd and Rodney Dr. will showcase Atwater Village Glee Summer Camp, Angles, The Soul of John Black, The Mighty Echoes, and Heartbeat House.  Check here for the list of performance times for both stages.

Come out and support the community and the Los Feliz Village Business Improvement District while eating, drinking and making merry!


Where to Find the Los Feliz Street Fair


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For more information on Los Feliz and buying or selling property in Silver Lake, Echo Park, and surrounding areas, contact me directly at 213-215-4758 or check out LApropertySolutions.com

Broker Associate

Keller Williams Realty, Los Feliz

213-215-4758
http://www.LApropertySolutions.com
Copyright © 2011 By Jenny Durling *18th Annual Los Feliz Village Street Fair Takes Place on Sunday, July 24*

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Buying or Selling Los Angeles Real Estate

Buying a Los Angeles home is no simple process.  Los Angeles is a huge city!  If you are new to the area or planning a move to the area, working with an agent who specializes in the neighborhoods that interest you such as  Silver Lake,Los Feliz, Hollywood HillsEcho Park, and Eagle Rock can be of critical importance.  If you have or plan to have children, you’ll want a Los angles real estate agent who can direct you to the best area schools.  Where will you be working?  An experienced local Los Angeles Realtor can help you narrow down the neighborhoods that will make the most sense for your commute to the office.  I am your local resident expert and can be your guide in finding the right Los Angeles properties for sale to choose from that will fit your budget and lifestyle!

It is also important for Los Angeles Home Sellers , to work with a local expert. When I list and sell a Los Angeles home for a client, I help them understand the local market and the minds of local agents and buyers alike. My priority is to sell your Los Angeles home for the most money possible in the least amount of time.  When you hire me to list your Los Angeles property, you hire me to market it fully to fellow agents, their buyers and the public both online and in person. Many agents will represent both the buyer AND the seller in a single transaction.  That is not how I operate. I believe that it is my duty to represent only YOUR interests and feel it would be a conflict of interest to represent a buyer for your Los Angeles property for sale simultaneously.

When I list and sell Los Angeles homes for my clients, I make the process as smooth and pleasant as possible. You will never have to question where my loyalties lie. You can trust me to take care of the details and keep you informed every step of the way. Please let me know how I can best serve your real estate needs by filling out the online contact form , or better still, give me call today at 213-215-4758.

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Ivanhoe Elementary School in Silver Lake - An Excellent LAUSD Public Elementary School

Ivanhoe Elementary School in Silver Lake is one of LAUSD's best elementary schoolsIvanhoe Elementary School in Silver Lake is one of the best kindergarten through 5th grade schools in the LA Unified School System.  This school draws families into Silver Lake in hopes of being able to buy a home within its boundaries and take advantage of a great public school education.

According to GreatSchools.org, Ivanhoe Elementary “is among the few public elementary schools in California to receive a distinguished GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10.This school has an average Community Rating of 5 out of 5 stars, based on reviews from 39 school community members.”  GreatSchools.org is a leading source of information on school performance and includes thousands of parent ratings and reviews. It has become a go-to guide for people looking to find the best school to fit their needs.

Silver Lake Ivanhoe Elementary School dragon logoYou don’t need to read reviews of Ivanhoe Elementary School to know that it is the prized school in Silver Lake. Just ask anyone who’s children are enrolled there what they think! I’ve had many clients choose the home they buy based specifically on being within the boundaries of this terrific school.

Ivanhoe Elementary hosts a regular monthly “Coffee with the Principal”, and provides Silver Lake parents with education on grade-specific math curriculums and other topics. After school enrichment classes at Ivanhoe Elementary include a writer’s workshop, guitar classes, and clubs for reading, Spanish, and math. Math gets some extra attention at Ivanhoe with an Olympiad math problem solving team. Reading is also important for Ivanhoe students and “Miss Heather”is in the library from 9:30 to 4:00, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday and from 9:00 to 3:30 on Tuesday and Friday to help with their reading selections.

Ivanhoe Tops in Tech

As for technology, the Silver Lake elementary school’s website tells us this: “Today’s generation of students looks at technology as part of their everyday environment. To fully meet their needs, technology should be pervasive — always available.   The Ivanhoe Technology Program  provides 2nd-5th graders with access to a wireless laptop to use at school and at home. The teachers are also provided with technological tools to create learning plans, track student progress and more. The goal is to give kids a great educational experience and prepare them for success in the future. The elementary school experience at Ivanhoe provide Silver Lake kids with strong basics and a head start on their future education.

Ivanhoe School in Silver Lake provides fun as well as education

We’ve all been kids and know that school needs to be more than just books and homework. At Ivanhoe Elementary School there are fun events throughout the year that involve the kids, their parents and the Silver Lake community. Such school events include a spring fiesta, a fitness festival and an international faire where individual grades take on projects that help the visitors experience the culture of foreign countries.

If you want your kids to be supervised after school hours, a franchise called “Champions”runs a formal after school program from dismissal until 6:00 at Ivanhoe. Currently 10 class sessions cost $120 and activities include arts, sports, and classes along with supervised homework, reading time, and free play.

LAUSD Map of Ivanhoe School District in Silver Lake

Buying a home in a neighborhood with good public schools can save you tens of thousands of tuition dollars. The Silver Lake neighborhood of Los Angeles has Ivanhoe Elementary School and that is like money in the bank. To the right is a map of the Ivanhoe school district. Click to Enlarge.

If you are looking for a Realtor who is well versed in Silver Lake and surrounding areas,  check out my Silver Lake Neighborhood Facebook page, call me  213-215-4758 or read more of my posts and search the MLSLApropertySolutions.com

Jenny Durling- Silver Lake  Realtor
Jenny Durling
Broker Associate
Keller Williams Realty, Los Feliz
213-215-4758
http://www.LApropertySolutions.com
Copyright © 2011 By Jenny Durling * Ivanhoe Elementary School in Silver Lake – An Excellent LAUSD Public Elementary School*

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Buying or Selling Los Angeles Real Estate

Buying a Los Angeles home is no simple process.  Los Angeles is a huge city!  If you are new to the area or planning a move to the area, working with an agent who specializes in the neighborhoods that interest you such as  Silver LakeLos Feliz, Hollywood HillsEcho Park, and Eagle Rock can be of critical importance.  If you have or plan to have children, you’ll want a Los angles real estate agent who can direct you to the best area schools.  Where will you be working?  An experienced local Los Angeles Realtor can help you narrow down the neighborhoods that will make the most sense for your commute to the office.  I am your local resident expert and can be your guide in finding the right Los Angeles properties for sale to choose from that will fit your budget and lifestyle!

It is also important for Los Angeles Home Sellers , to work with a local expert. When I list and sell a Los Angeles home for a client, I help them understand the local market and the minds of local agents and buyers alike. My priority is to sell your Los Angeles home for the most money possible in the least amount of time.  When you hire me to list your Los Angeles property, you hire me to market it fully to fellow agents, their buyers and the public both online and in person. Many agents will represent both the buyer AND the seller in a single transaction.  That is not how I operate. I believe that it is my duty to represent only YOUR interests and feel it would be a conflict of interest to represent a buyer for your Los Angeles property for sale simultaneously.

When I list and sell Los Angeles homes for my clients, I make the process as smooth and pleasant as possible. You will never have to question where my loyalties lie. You can trust me to take care of the details and keep you informed every step of the way. Please let me know how I can best serve your real estate needs by filling out the online contact form , or better still, give me call today at 213-215-4758.

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Silver Lake California Real Estate Market Statistics

If you are looking to buy or sell a home in the Silver Lake area, you are most likely curious about the current Silver Lake real estate market. Well priced Silver Lake homes are selling relatively quickly with many of the more desirable properties selling in multiple offers. That said, there are still some sellers who are not being realistic about their asking price. Such homes linger on the market until reality sets in or the property listing is withdrawn or expires. There is not a particularly large inventory homes for sale in the area right now. The MLS shows the current active listing inventory of single family Silver Lake homes to be 67, which coincidentally, is the same number of homes that have sold in the first half of the year. The follow chart shows Silver Lake Real Estate Market activity for the Month of June, 2011. Silver Lake Market Statistics Report for the month ending June 30, 2011 Now let’s take a look at some year to date figures from January 1, 2011 through June 30, 2011. These figures are for single family homes in Silver Lake only and to not include Silver Lake condos or income properties. If you’d like information on either or both of those categories, give me a call at (213) 215-4758.

Silver Lake Home Sales Year-to-date from January 1st, 2011 through June 30, 2011

  • Number of Single Family Homes SOLD: 67
  • Highest price - $1,605,000
  • Median price -$628,000
  • Average price -$688,255
  • Lowest price - $135,000
  • Average Days on the Market - 71
  • Average Square footage 1673.89
  • Average price per square foot- $408.62
Silver Lake Market Statistics Report for the month ending June 30, 2011 According to the information provided in the MLS, of the total number of single family homes sold in Silver Lake so far this year, 7 where short sales and 8 where bank owned. Approximately 22% of the total sales for the first half of this year were distress sales. Six of the currently active Silver Lake listings are distress sales, just shy of 9%. Silver Lake prices vary by location, school district, property size and condition. The following chart shows that the majority of sale of Silver Lake single family homes this year (46%) have sold between $500,000 and $800,000. If you have been hoping to find a house in Silver Lake for less than $400,000 you’ll see that only 11 homes (about 16%) have sold in that price range since the beginning of 2011. The market for homes in this lower price range is not only very competitive, but the majority of the properties are major fixers, very small, and/or in less desirable areas. Investors have come back into the market and are snapping many of these up for all cash. If you are looking to buy such a home to live in, you do have a time advantage in some cases. Fannie Mae’s “First Look Program” for Fannie Mae-owned foreclosed homes only considers offers from public entities and those seeking to purchase a home as their primary residence during the first 15 days that a property is listed. For a list of First Look properties or assistance in buying or selling Silver Lake area real estate, fill out the online contact form, or better still, give me call today at 213-215-4758.

Jenny Durling- Silver Lake Realtor

Jenny Durling Broker Associate Keller Williams Realty, Los Feliz 213-215-4758 http://www.LApropertySolutions.com Copyright © 2011 By Jenny Durling * Silver Lake Real Estate Market Statistics*

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New to Market! Two-Story Mid-Century Home Near the Silver Lake Reservoir

2410 W Silver Lake Dr. is a two-story Mid-Century home near the Silver Lake Reservoir

2410 W Silver Lake Dr near the Silver Lake Reservoir

Built in 1957, this mid-century Silver Lake home boasts 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms on a flat lot over 8,000 sf. If you are looking for a large family home a short walk from both Silver Lake Reservoir and Ivanhoe Elementary School, this could be your golden opportunity.

open living spaces in this Silver Lake mid century blank canvas

This 3200 sf home was designed by Gilbert Lester Leong, a pioneering Chinese American architect who designed residential and commercial buildings throughout Los Angeles. Leong co-designed the interior court and authentic Chinese garden in the Pacific Asian Museum in Pasadena. The family who originally commission Leong to design this home in 1957 still owes the property! That’s pretty rare for a home in Los Angeles.

Silver lake mid century home has a family room with fireplace and opens to a flat backyard

My imagination really soared when I saw the potential in this mid-century home just around the corner from the Silver Lake meadow. The living room and dining room are quite spacious but my favorite room is at the back of the house on the ground level, complete with fireplace and opening up to a flat, grassy yard.

Silver Lake mid century kitchen is like a step back in time

The bathrooms each retain their original period tiles and the kitchen will make you feel like you’ve taken a step back in time. There is actually a second ½ kitchen which helped the family prepare for those big holiday parties and barbeques. Leave it as is or combine the space into one large kitchen and open it to the fantastic backyard for an even better flow. The home is currently listed with Liz Johnson of Teles Properties for $1,380,000, a bit of a stretch for the property’s current condition in my opinion. Additional photos and floor plan for 2410 W Silver Lake Dr. are available here.

carport and front of 2 story mid century home in Silver Lake

This mid-century Silver Lake home has a ton of potential and will make a great family home for someone with the vision to turn it into something truly specially. Give me a call at 213-215-4758 if you’d like to check it out.

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Jenny Durling- Silver Lake area Realtor

 

 

 

 

Jenny Durling
Broker Associate
Keller Williams Realty, Los Feliz
213-215-4758
http://www.LApropertySolutions.com

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