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South Pasadena CA Market Update

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South Pasadena CA Market Update



South Pasadena Realtor Michael Jacobs 818.516.4393

South Pasadena Farmers Market

it's the place to be Thursdays late afternoon to early evening


Perhaps you have seen South Pasadena on a television series, maybe in one of your favorite movies or that commercial last night -- as this small city oftens fills in as Anywhere USA.  Character homes line its many tree-lined streets where unique shops and cafes are dotted near the highly acclaimed South Pasadena schools, parks and public library.   Add to this ambience and you may never realize you are in a location so convenient to Downtown Los Angeles and rest of San Gabriel Valley. It's no wonder why South Pas(it's okay everybody calls it by its nickname) is such a desirable destination.


Well-known for its small Craftsman cottages to large estates, you can also find condos, townhomes and lofts for those who want a more carefree lifestyle.   The Gold Line station at Mission Street even gives an new urbanist atmosphere where Thursday afternoons you can indulge at the popular Farmer’s Market.

Condos and Townhomes and Lofts Too! Yes in South Pasadena!


South Pasadena Realtor Michael Jacobs 818.516.4393


Ostrich Farm Lofts


South Pasadena Realtor Michael Jacobs 818.516.4393


Mission Meridian Village

a collection of brick clad lofts plus

townhomes, condos and patio homes in

Craftsman and Mediterranean design


South Pasadena Realtor Michael Jacobs 818.516.4393


San Pasqual Townhomes


During April 2012 there were five sales in the category ranging in sold price from $110,000(an all cash transaction in an own-your-own building --- it still took multiple escrows but such a deal!) to $560,000.   The average sales price for the month was $373,600(median price $431,000).    This compares to April 2011 - also five sales but ranging in closed prices from $312,000 to $600,000.    Average sales price for April 2011 was $434,800(median price $370,000).   


There are currently nine properties on the condos, townhomes or lofts on the market for sale ranging in price from $268,000(a one bedroom on Monterey Road) to $725,000(a three bedroom at Mission Meridan Village and a two bedroom/den at San Pasqual).  Nine South Pasadena properties are in escrow with last list prices from $279,900 to $629,000.   

Year to date 2012, there have been 18 properties in the category that have sold from $110,000 to $715,000.   This compares to 23 sales in 2011(sold prices from $287,000 to $618,000).   The unit difference is really in two complexes that are both new construction.   Station Lofts had seven sales in 2011 versus the last new loft that sold in 2012.    Mission Commons at Mission and Fremont had three sales in 2011 versus two sold this year-to-date.   All information is from the multiple listing service and is not guaranteed -- there may be sales that were not part of the MLS.   

Inventory in this category remains low in South Pas and it is not uncommon to have multiple offers especially in those properties with three or more bedrooms.    

Would you like more detailed information regarding South Pasadena condos, townhomes or lofts?   Contact Michael Jacobs at 818.516.4393 cell or michaeljacobs@coldwellbanker.com.   


South Pasadena Realtor Michael Jacobs 818.516.4393

Garfield Park

one of the many parks in South Pasadena

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Dale Baker
Baker Energy Audits and Commercial Properties Inspections - Claremont, NH
New Hampshire Relocation Real Estate Information

Howdy and evening Michael

Michael my friend, South Pasadena sounds like a mighty fine area for folks to enjoy living in.

Have a good one
Dale in New Hampshire

May 11, 2012 04:39 PM
John McCormack, CRS
Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM
Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

Would you like more detailed information regarding South Pasadena condos, townhomes or lofts?   Contact Realtor® Michael Jacobs at 818.516.4393 cell or michaeljacobs@coldwellbanker.com.  

Michael - Great South Pasadena report and photos in this report. Hope you have a great weekend my friend.

May 11, 2012 11:27 PM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Dale -- South Pasadena combines a small town atmosphere with convenient "big city" access --it's really best of all worlds.

 

Good morning John -- thanks so much and best wishes for a a fabulous Albuquerque weekend.  

May 12, 2012 12:33 AM
Suzanne McLaughlin
Sabinske & Associates, Inc. (Albertville, St. Michael) - Saint Michael, MN
Sabinske & Associates, Realtor

Michael Jacobs has the best market reports anywhere for South Pasadena.  If you are looking for South Pasadena real estate, townhomes, lofts, or anything, call him. 

What is an own-your-own buliding sale? I ask because I wondered about the multiple escrows. 

Have a wonderful weekend, Michael!

May 12, 2012 02:11 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Good morning Suzanne -- in this example an own-your-own is a property that was an apartment and has been divided to be sold as individual units so basically a former apartment that you can own.   This type of ownership is almost gone because it is impossible to get financing so an all cash offer is necessary.  Most own-your-own buildings in our area have converted to condominium ownership making financing much less difficult.   The property I mention in this report started on the market at close to $200K and while it is small, it is in a great location and, in my opinion an excellent long term investment.   The multiple escrows were in reference to the multiple times it fell out of escrow and each time it went on back on market, another price reduction.   Thanks for stopping by - I hope that answers your question.  

May 12, 2012 02:24 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Good report.  This spring is a wonderful time to purchase a home.

Have an outstanding weekend, with your camera in hand.

May 12, 2012 03:04 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Roy -- thanks -- have a great weekend!

May 13, 2012 03:38 AM