Pasadena CA Mountain Park Villas

Located in a desirable neighborhood in Northeast Pasadena which consists primarily of single family homes is the Mountain Park Villas townhome complex.    Built in 1965, the 70 residences at Mountain Park Villas have two or three bedrooms in a variety of single and multi-level floor plans.    Each residence has an attached garage and a patio and balcony areas.   Fireplaces and abundant storage as well as laundry connections are part of the interior features.    Some boast bonus rooms, dens and family rooms.    

The grounds of Mountain Park Villas are extensive with walkways lined with mature plants and trees.  There is a  pool, spa and lounge area.   Recent complex common area updates include pool/spa renovations, new roofs and exterior paint.   Located on Altadena, Mountain and Loma Vista streets, the well-maintained complex is directly across from Victory Park.   The park with its community center, playground, field and open space is home to the popular Saturday morning Farmer’s Market.    Each January, the Rose Parade ends near the park and the floats are available for viewing for a few days - a great opportunity to see them up close.

There is currently one townhome available for sale at Mountain Park Villas.   This is an extensively renovated unit with three bedrooms, three baths and approximately 1364 square feet and priced at $449,000.   According to our local multiple listing service there have been seven sales in the complex in 2012.   They ranged in closed sales price from $305,000 to $428,000 with an average sales price of $360,643(median $345,500).   All were standard sales with the exception of one short sale.  

In 2011, there were three sales in the complex ranging in price from $345,000 to $349,000 with an average sales price of $346,333(median $345,000).   The average price per square in 2011 was $253.91 and $272.06 in 2012.

If you would like to know more about the Mountain Park Villas complex or the surrounding single family homes in this popular Northeast Pasadena neighborhood check www.camoves.com/michael.jacobs or better yet contact Realtor Michael Jacobs at 818.516.4393 cell or michaeljacobs@coldwellbanker.com.    Remember properties are selling quickly and the availability is always changing.   

Pasadena CA Mountain Park Villas

Pasadena CA -- California Rose Court A Craftsman-Inspired Community

Built in 1990, California Rose Court is a paired-home community in Pasadena.   From its distinctive entrance to the homes in the community, the popular Craftsman architectural style is clearly evident.   

River rock accents, windows, doors, shingled exteriors, wide eaves and lighting reminiscent of the era combine with more modern finishes such as open floor plans and high ceilings, kitchens opening to family areas, clerestory and abundant windows.   Indoor-outdoor living is highlighted in each of the homes as well.   Modern conveniences such as two car attached garages, laundry connections and central heat and air conditioning are just some of the features in these two and three bedroom homes.

California Rose Court is located in the Northeast area within the city of Pasadena.  This highly convenient location is just north of Pasadena High School, Victory Park, the 210(Foothill Freeway) and the Sierra Madre Villa Gold Line station.   There are many shopping, dining, entertainment and cultural venues nearby.   

Built by KB Homes(then known as Kaufman and Broad), California Rose Court is an especially well-maintained community.   There is a professionally managed homeowner association which covers the community pool, greenbelts and streets within the community.

As of September 12, 2012 there is one California Rose Court home on the market for sale.  It is a bank owned home with three bedrooms, two-and-one-half baths with approximately 1735 square feet(largest plan in the development) priced at $589,900.   It should be noted another property will be coming on the market very soon as well -- let me know if you would like further updates.

This year, there have been eight sales at California Rose Court.  The closed sales prices range from $499,000 to $542,000 with an average sales price of $518,063 and a median sales price of $516,500.   The average price per square foot for 2012 has been $317.09.

For the entire year 2011, there were six sales as reported by our local multiple listing service records.  The closed sales prices for 2011 ranged from $527,500 to $545,000 with an average sales price of $534,667(median $533,750).  The averages price per square foot for 2011 was $332.10.

If you would like to know more about California Rose Court or real estate in Pasadena or the San Gabriel Valley, please contact Michael Jacobs at 818.516.4393 cell or michaeljacobs@coldwellbanker.com.   

Pasadena CA - The Groves of Pasadena Condominium Complex

Located at 1310 East Orange Grove Boulevard, The Groves of Pasadena is a 58 unit condominium complex.  Built in 1982, the complex at the southwest corner of Orange Grove and Holliston consists of both one and two level residences with two bedrooms and two or two-and-one-half baths.   Outdoor patio or balconies enhance the open living spaces where you will find tall ceilings and interesting windows.   Each home features in-unit laundry connections and a fireplace.   Parking is subterranean accessed off Holliston.  

The highly convenient Northeast Pasadena location is convenient to the 210(Foothill) Freeway and close to both the Allen Avenue and Lake Avenue Gold Line light rail stations.   The Groves of Pasadena community is a secured entry complex with entries on both Holliston and Orange Grove.   There is a spa and barbecue area within the complex as well as intimate seating areas and mature plantings.

There are two single level condos on the market for sale in the Groves complex as of August 31, 2012 -- of course this is ever-changing so contact me if you have interest in current activity.  Both are first floor locations.  One is a bank owned condo with two bedrooms, two baths and priced at $294,900.  The other is a corner unit also with two bedrooms, two baths priced at $349,000.  There have been no sales to date in 2012 and there were no sales in the complex in 2011.

In 2010, according to our local multiple listing service, there were four sales in the complex.  Three of the four sales were the two story townhouse-style plans and they ranged in closed prices from $380,000 to $405,000.  One single level two bedroom plan sold for $335,000.

Would like more in-depth information regarding The Groves of Pasadena? Are you thinking of buying, selling or just curious about real estate in Pasadena or the San Gabriel Valley, contact me at 818.516.4393 cell or michaeljacobs@coldwellbanker.com.

Pasadena CA - Welcome to Artisan Square

Located in Northeast Pasadena, Artisan Square is a Mediterranean inspired community of 52 townhomes built in 2005.   The two and three bedroom multi-story residences are appointed with high-end finishes, fireplaces, patios and balconies plus individual garages.   The stucco exteriors have extensive use of wrought iron and tile.  The professionally managed complex features beautiful landscaping, intimate courtyards and themed fountains.

Artisan Square is located just north of the 210 Foothill Freeway south of Villa at Altadena Drive.   This highly convenient location offers easy access to the Gold Line Sierra Madre Villa Station as well as shopping in Hastings Ranch.  

There are currently no townhomes in Artisan Square available for sale.  There are two residences in escrow.  According to our local multiple listing service there have been three sales in the January through July 2012 period.  The sales ranged in price from $360,000 to $443,000 with an average sales price of $394,333(median $380,000).  Two of the three closed sales in 2012 have been short sales.   The average price per square foot is $280.21.   

For the entire year 2011, there were three sales in Artisan Square ranging in closed price from $425,000 to $518,000 with an average sales price of $461,000(median $440,000) and an average price per square foot of $293.92.   One sale in 2011 was a bank owned and the other two were standard sales.    

Whether you are a potential seller, buyer or just curious about real estate in Pasadena/San Gabriel Valley please contact me at 818.516.4393 cell or michaeljacobs@coldwellbanker.com.   

Detached Townhome For Sale located at 35 E Howard St, Pasadena CA. If you are home buyer looking for a place to live close to Schools and Comercial area, this is the place.

On the 1st floor are the living room, Kitchen and a attached garage. On the 2nd story are 3 Bedrooms and 2 Bath, The Master Bedroom has it's own Bath and Walking Closet.  It has central air and heat, front porch and a yard. From the balcony accesed throung the master bedroom  there is a view of San Gabriel Mountains.

Pasadena is a very famous ciity for its annual Rose Parade, shopping, night life, cleanliness, there is no electric huge signs on the street like it other cities in the USA.

If you have an interested buyer for it, get in touch with me. If you are a home buyer, drive by the area at day and night time, ask neighbors about the area.

There is an elementary school half a block away from this place on Raymond Ave.

Los Angeles First Time Home Buyers |Home Vs. Condo-Which is better?

This is a very common question buyers are faced with now (especially Los Angeles First Time Home Buyers ). Often because there seems to be a lot more "bang for the buck" in square footage and property condition when you compare a Home Vs. Condo.

One of the toughest pills for buyers to swallow is the HOA Dues (Home owner associations dues). These fees over the maintenance of the building/grounds, insurance and most of the time trash and water.

On the other hand, if your strongly considering buying a home for sale in Los Angele, there are also "Home owner dues" but their not called "HOA Dues" Their called "maintenance costs"! And they don't come in a nice neat monthly package. They come in the form of: New roof $20K, Gardner $100 per month, Pool guy $80 per month, and replace this and that $XXX per month. These expenses can really add up and you don't have the benefit of the other home owners of a HOA to share the burden. Let's face it, if the roof is leaking, you got to fix it now!
With a Town Home or Condo, all of those expenses are divided among the other home owners so, if you need a new roof, everyone votes and the burden is shared. It all balances out.

Of course the benefits of buying a house in Los Angeles are: No shared walls, private backyards, less restrictions on what you do to the outside of your property and just a general sense of more privacy.

So whether you are considering purchasing a home or buying a condo in Los Angeles, the truth is, often times you get more bang for your buck in a Town Home or Condo (sq ft, design, etc.) Generally speaking, you will get a smaller, older home in a so-so area for the same price as a condo or Town Home that is bigger, more modern and in a nicer area. This of course is a general and broad statement but typically it is the case.

Home Vs Condo which is better?-Ultimately Location, budget and space may be your deciding factor but whatever you choose, it will be home for you and you're gonna love not paying someon elses mortgage!

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