michael jacobs realtor: Los Angeles CA Surfwood Monterey Condo Market Update 12.1.12 - 12/01/12 10:22 AM
Los Angeles CA Surfwood Monterey Condo Market Update 12.1.12



Located in the Hermon area within the city of Los Angeles, Surfwood Monterey is a 92 unit condominium complex built in 1989.    Featuring a large lobby area, multiple courtyards, two elevators plus a pool, spa and exercise/fitness room, Surfwood Monterey is adjacent to the city of South Pasadena and offers a convenient location to both the San Gabriel and San Fernando Valleys as well as Downtown Los Angeles and the USC Health Science Campus.   
The address of Surfwood Monterey is 6140 Monterey Road in Los Angeles not far … (12 comments)

michael jacobs realtor: Craftsman Oaks in Monrovia - 02/25/12 11:42 AM
Craftsman Oaks in Monrovia
Craftsman Oaks in a planned unit development(PUD) in North Monrovia adjacent to the gated community of Bradbury.  Built by Mur-Sol in 2006, Craftsman Oaks consists of 47 Craftsman-inspired homes ranging in size from approximately 1388 square feet to 1637 square feet in two story floor plans with three or four bedrooms.   There is a small park located within the Craftsman Oaks community as well as generous guest parking.   
Monrovia offers a small town community feel but is convenient to shopping, employment and entertainment.  Old Town Monrovia south of Foothill Boulevard along Myrtle Streets offers a … (6 comments)

michael jacobs realtor: January 2012 Real Estate Market Update - South Pasadena CA - 02/19/12 11:45 PM
 
January 2012 Real Estate Market Update - South Pasadena CA
The city of South Pasadena, a separate city within the San Gabriel Valley, is sometimes known as "Tree City".   You will find tree-lined streets with character homes many dating back from the early days of the twentieth century.   In the the Altos de Monterey or Old Altos areas there are homes with spectacular views and a more contemporary flair.   Condominiums, townhomes and lofts are available for those who desire a more carefree way of life.  
Along Mission Street you will find  Mission Station for the Gold Line Light … (2 comments)

michael jacobs realtor: Pasadena Millionaire's Row - January 2012 Condo/Townhome Sales Recap - 02/19/12 11:06 PM
Pasadena Millionaire's Row - January 2012 Condo/Townhome Sales Recap
 
 
This is a market recap of condominums and townhomes in the South Orange Grove corridor of Pasadena, California.  This area is also known as "Millionaire's Row".  This name is from earlier times along South Orange Grove where landmark mansions and estates once lined this gracious broad tree-lined boulevard.  
In this report, I extend beyond what some may consider the "prime area" along South Orange Grove Boulevard and include properties south of Colorado Boulevard and north of Columbia.  For the eastern boundary, I include Singer Park on California Boulevard and … (2 comments)

michael jacobs realtor: I Heard Abraham Lincoln on Thursday's Broker Caravan - 01/21/12 01:00 PM
I Heard Abraham Lincoln on Thursday's Broker Caravan



Thursday is the main broker caravan day to see the new listings, newly reduced or back on market properties in the Pasadena, Altadena, South Pasadena, San Marino and nearby communities.    In the four hour tour, it is impossible to view all of them but I had chosen about 20 properties to see.
Broker caravan day has always been important to me.  Knowing the inventory(beyond the multiple listing service photos and narrative provided by a listing agent) makes me a better informed agent in the neighborhood.  Just my opinion.  
… (29 comments)

michael jacobs realtor: San Marino CA - November 2011 Sales Recap - 01/05/12 12:37 AM
San Marino CA - November 2011 Sales Recap
Since its founding, in 1913, San Marino has been home to some of the most beautiful estate properties in the state of California.   It is home to the Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens, the former home of Henry Huntington.   The 30 acre Lacy Park acts as a community gathering place as does the Crowell Public Library that opened in January 2008.  The San Marino School District has two elementary schools(Valentine and Carver), one middle school(Huntington) and high school(San Marino High School) with a nationwide reputation for excellence.  San Marino has single family homes only … (6 comments)

michael jacobs realtor: What Are You Doing This Weekend? - 11/04/11 01:48 PM
What Are You Doing This Weekend?
Today, is Friday, Novembcer 4, 2011 -- what are you doing this weekend?

Catching Up on Things Around The House?

Celebrating?
 

 
Checking Out a New Movie?
 

 
Daylight Saving Time Ends in California and most of the country
so
Don't Forget To Turn Your Clock Back on Sunday, November 6, 2011 at 2AM
or when you go to bed Saturday night
 
If a new home is in your Fall plans,
 contact Michael Jacobs at 818.516.4393 cell
or michaeljacobs@coldwellbanker.com
Pasadena, San Gabriel Valley & northeast foothill communities in … (10 comments)

michael jacobs realtor: Fresco Community Market -- FREE Health Fair -- Support Small Business - 11/01/11 08:15 PM
Fresco Community Market -- FREE Health Fair -- Support Small Business
This Saturday, November 5 -- Fresco Community Market will host a FREE Health Fair at their store located at 5914 Monterey Road in the Hermon/Highland Park neighborhood in the city of Los Angeles from 10AM until 2PM.
You will find:
FREE diabetes screening FREE vision screening FREE blood pressure test FREE hemoglobin screening FREE EKG screening FREE Eastern Medicine screening In addition the store which commits to give back to the community through donations, will have in-store specials, giveaways and food tastings.   Did I mention the Health Fair is … (6 comments)

michael jacobs realtor: San Marino CA - September 2011 Sales Recap & Market Update - 10/30/11 12:01 PM
San Marino CA - September 2011 Sales Recap & Market Update
Since its founding, in 1913, San Marino has been home to some of the most beautiful estate properties in the state of California. It is home to the Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens, the former estate of Henry Huntington.   The 30 acre Lacy Park acts as a community gathering place as does the Crowell Public Library that opened in January 2008.  The San Marino School District has two elementary school, one middle school and high school with a nationwide reputation for excellence.  San Marino has single family homes only with no apartments, … (3 comments)

michael jacobs realtor: Pasadena CA September 2011 Sales Recap & Market Update - South Orange Grove Corridor (Condos & Townhomes) - 10/29/11 12:03 PM
Pasadena CA September 2011 Sales Recap and Market Update - South Orange Grove Corridor (Condos & Townhomes)
First, a definition of the area for this report is in order. In this report, I extend beyond what some may consider the "prime area" along South Orange Grove Boulevard in Pasadena, CA and include properties south of Colorado Boulevard and north of Columbia.  For the eastern boundary, I include Singer Park on California Boulevard and all of the streets that run parallel to California.   The western boundary for this report is the Arroyo(south of the Colorado Street Bridge). This report does not … (6 comments)

michael jacobs realtor: Are You Glad You Asked What My Buyers Thought? - 10/27/11 11:34 AM
Are You Glad You Asked What My Buyers Thought?
I knew the phone calls would come after one of my showings this weekend, I got a text message while my buyers were with me in the car leaving the property in need of a feedback request.   Hmm, can you let us catch our breath and discuss the house first?   
So when I received telephone calls on Tuesday and Wednesday asking "what did your buyers think?" telephone calls and voicemail messages, I was not surprised.   I have discussed this issue in the past and at length.  My opinion is … (71 comments)

michael jacobs realtor: September 2011 Sales Update and Market Report: Surfwood Monterey - 10/18/11 08:55 AM
September 2011 Sales Update and Market Report:  Surfwood Monterey
Surfwood Monterey Background: Surfwood Monterey is a 92 unit condominium complex in the Highland Park/Hermon neighborhood within the city of Los Angeles.   Located at 6140 Monterey Road Surfwood Monterey was built in 1989(first move-ins were in 1990) the complex features interior courtyards, subterranean parking, two elevators, pool, spa and work-out room.  The homes are two bedrooms and two baths in a variety of floor plans.  Each unit has washer-dryer hook-ups.  The top floor units have higher ceilings with clerestory windows.  The complex exterior was re-painted in the last two years and has recently changed … (5 comments)

michael jacobs realtor: August 2011 Sales Update and Market Report: Surfwood Monterey - 09/06/11 09:31 AM
August 2011 Sales Update and Market Report:  Surfwood Monterey
Surfwood Monterey Background: Surfwood Monterey is a 92 unit condominium complex in the Highland Park/Hermon neighborhood within the city of Los Angeles.   Located at 6140 Monterey Road the complex was built in 1989(first move-ins were in 1990) the complex features interior courtyards, subterranean parking, two elevators, pool, spa and work-out room.  The homes are two bedrooms and two baths in a variety of floor plans.  Each unit has washer-dryer hook-ups.  The top floor units have higher ceilings with clerestory windows.  The complex exterior was re-painted in the last two years and … (3 comments)

michael jacobs realtor: South Pasadena CA - Discover Garfield Park - 09/03/11 01:14 PM
South Pasadena CA - Discover Garfield Park
Located just east of Fair Oaks Avenue on Mission and Park Avenue you will find Garfield Park.  Situated on approximately seven acres, there are rolling green lawns, play equipment, tennis courts(located near Stratford and Grevilia Streets), two pavilions(room for approximately 50 guests available for rent) and beautiful landscaping.   
Every year there is a Summer Concert series that is well attended.   So if you are in the neighborhood -- check out Garfield Park in South Pasadena.  The gourmet retailer Bristol Farms is conveniently located to the park --- so you can make a … (8 comments)

michael jacobs realtor: South Pasadena CA - May 2011 Sales Recap & Market Report(Single Family Homes) - 06/10/11 11:07 AM
South Pasadena CA - May 2011 Sales Recap & Market Report(Single Family Homes)
The city of South Pasadena is sometimes known as "Tree City". Here tree-lined streets with character homes stand in for commercials, television shows, movies and print media for Anywhere, America. Homes in the Altos de Monterey or Old Altos areas often offer spectacular views and a more contemporary flair. Along Mission Street you will find unique shopping and dining as well as Mission Station for the Gold Line Light Rail system. Condominiums and townhomes blend seamlessly throughout the city which features it owns Police and Fire departments, a … (4 comments)

michael jacobs realtor: San Marino, CA -- May 2011 Sales Recap & Market Update - 06/09/11 10:35 PM
San Marino, CA -- May 2011 Sales Recap & Market Update
Perhaps not as famous as its neighbor Pasadena and small in population, the affluent city of San Marino is justly proud to be the home of the Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens, the former estate of Henry Huntington. Since its founding in 1913, San Marino has been home to some of the most beautiful estate properties in the state of California. The 30 acre Lacy Park acts as a community gathering place as does the Crowell Public Library that opened in January 2008. The San Marino School District … (0 comments)

michael jacobs realtor: Dateline Los Angeles May 2011 Sales Update and Market Report - Surfwood Monterey - 06/09/11 10:43 AM
Dateline Los Angeles May 2011 Sales Update and Market Report - Surfwood Monterey 
Background:  Surfwood Monterey is a 92 unit condominium complex in the Highland Park/Hermon neighborhood within the city of Los Angeles. Built in 1989(first move-ins were in 1990) the complex features subterranean parking, two elevators, pool, spa and gym. The homes are two bedrooms and two baths in a variety of floor plans. Each unit has washer-dryer hook-ups. The top floor units have higher ceilings with clerestory windows.
Dateline Los Angeles May 2011 Sales Update and Market Report - Surfwood Monterey
There were no sales in Surfwood Monterey in … (0 comments)

michael jacobs realtor: Pasadena CA May 2011 Sales Recap & Market Update - South Orange Grove Corridor & Townhomes - 06/09/11 12:25 AM
Pasadena CA May 2011 Sales Recap & Market Update - South Orange Grove Corridor Condos & Townhomes
 
First, a definition of the area for this report is in order. In my report, I extend beyond what some may consider the "prime area" along South Orange Grove Boulevard in Pasadena, CA and include properties south of Colorado Boulevard and north of Columbia. For the eastern boundary, I include Singer Park on California Boulevard and all of the streets that run parallel. The western boundary for this report is the Arroyo(south of the Colorado Street). This report does not include any of … (4 comments)

michael jacobs realtor: Congratulations On Your New Home --- Now, Do This First! - 05/28/11 09:13 AM
Congratulations On Your New Home --- Now, Do This First!
 
Whether the road was quick and easy or a tour of one hundred plus homes, receiving the news that your home buying transaction has closed is indeed a great thing.  Congratulations!    
Now, Do This First!
You have been given the keys to your new home --- now change those keys!
Call a locksmith.
Why?
Who has a copy of the keys to your new home?
The former owners probably gave you all of their keys but who knows for sure?   Maybe they forgot....
The housekeeper?   A … (20 comments)

michael jacobs realtor: Sellers --- Do You Know What Your Listing Agent Is Saying About Your Home? - 05/25/11 09:41 PM
Sellers --- Do You Know What Your Listing Agent Is Saying About Your Home?
Attention Sellers --- it is important to the success of the marketing and eventual sale of your home that you are a partner with the Realtor you have hired to represent you.   Of course, you know that choosing the right agent to represent is paramount.
But wait.....
Do you review the agent's specific marketing plan for your home?   Do you approve the text that will be entered into the local multiple listing service?   How about the brochure that prospective buyers and their agents will see at an … (18 comments)

 
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