Artisan Square Townhomes in Pasadena 91107This is a real estate market activity report for the Artisan Square townhome complex located in a convenient Northeast Pasadena 91107 location.  Statistical information in this report has been gathered from our local multiple listing service(mls) and may not include all transactions in the complex. I will share information regarding units currently on the market as well as closed sales so far in 2016 with a comparison to full year results for the previous five years. I find the Mediterranean-influenced architecture and the intimate courtyards of Artisan Square quite attractive. The beautifully landscaped grounds, extensive tile and wrought iron accents enhance the ambiance of the complex.  Built in 2005, there are 52 multi-story residences with ... 09/17/2016

Pasadena Place Condos in Old Pasadena This is a real estate market activity report for the Pasadena Place condominium complex in the vibrant and popular Old Pasadena neighborhood.  Located at 159 West Green Street, the complex was built in 2006 and consists of 38 single level condos over ground level retail spaces.  The bold modern architecture makes a distinctive statement for the five story building at the northeast corner of Green and Pasadena Avenue  In this report I will share information about current and year-to-date sales in 2016 with a comparison to the previous three full years. The units at Pasadena Place range in size from one bedroom/one bath to three bedrooms/three baths and approximate square footages from 780 to 1545 in a variety of floor plans.  The lobby is large and n... 09/16/2016

Oakland Place Condos in Pasadena With A Convenient South Oakland Avenue Address Located at 515 South Oakland Avenue and 525 South Oakland Avenue, you will find the intimate twelve unit Oakland Place condominium complex.   There are six individual two story buildings each with a single story unit(ground and upper level). There is an attractive brick drive that separates the two address and leads to the covered parking in the rear of the complex that was built in 1964. The leafy South Oakland Avenue location is situated just north of California Boulevard and is just west of South Lake Avenue and the California Institute of Technology(Caltech).   It is also quite convenient to the Pasadena Playhouse District, Paseo Colorado, Pasadena Civic Center and Old Pasadena.  Needless to say, there a... 09/15/2016

In September of 2016 Trulia.com reported median homes sales delined 2.0% to $713,500 in Pasadena, California between June 8, 2016 to September 7, 2016 from the previous quarter of $725,000, and increased 8.9% from the price of $655,000 same time a year ago in 2015.An average square foot for homes jumped 7.0% to $515 through September 7, 2016 from $483 same time a year ago in 2015 in Pasadena, California.For more complete detailed information about latest market trends in Pasadena, California, please CLICK HERE 09/14/2016

Two Words To Describe Oakland Towers in Pasadena: Location and Space Come up with one word to best describe why you might want to live in Oakland Towers.  No. It’s not just a one word reason but at least two.  And two very important words at that.   Location and space.  In this report, I will let you know why that’s an important combination.    This is a real estate market update for the Oakland Towers condominium complex.   I will share information about what is happening so far in 2016 along with full year sales data from 2012 through 2015.  Statistical information in this report has been gathered from our local multiple listing service(mls) and may not include all transactions in the complex. Oakland Towers is a 40 unit mid-rise condominium in the Madison Heights/Pasadena Playhouse D... 09/13/2016

Pasadena Homes Along the Lower Arroyo Seco For Sale and Market Update This is a market activity report for the Lower Arroyo Seco neighborhood in Pasadena. In this report, I will also share homes for sale, in escrow and sold so far in 2016 with a comparison to full year sales for the previous two years.  Statistical information in this report has been gathered from our local multiple listing service(mls) and may not include all transactions in the area.  For purposes of this report, the boundaries I am using are Colorado Boulevard and the Colorado Street Bridge as the northern border, South Orange Grove Boulevard(Millionaire’s Row) to the east and the Arroyo Seco to the west.  The city’s border with South Pasadena is the southern boundary. Please note:  many will call the entire area whe... 09/11/2016

Pasadena Collection West Condos at 160 South Hudson AvenuePasadena Collection West is a modern condominium building which was constructed in 2004 with stylish accents in a vibrant Pasadena(zip code 91101) neighborhood.  Located at 160 South Hudson Avenue, the popular and highly convenient location(northeast corner of Cordova Street and Hudson)is steps away from South Lake Avenue and not far from the Playhouse District, Paseo Colorado, Pasadena Civic Center and Old Pasadena.   Abundant shopping, dining, cultural, recreation and entertainment choices are nearby.    Higher education is also close and include:  California Institute of Technology (Caltech) and Pasadena City College(PCC). Transportation via multiple freeways or the Gold Line light rail station at Lake Avenue is easily accessi... 09/08/2016

South Orange Grove Boulevard Corridor in Pasadena - A Look At Condos and Townhomes  This is a real estate market activity report for the condo and townhome market in the South Orange Grove Boulevard corridor in the city of Pasadena.  This area is south of Colorado Boulevard and north of Columbia Street along South Orange Grove Boulevard and also includes some streets as well as units found along South Grand Avenue and on Arroyo Drive near the Colorado Street Bridge.  It does not include the condo complexes along West California Boulevard or the newer units in the Ambassador Gardens complexes.    In this report I will share closed transactions for the month of August as well as the first eight months of 2016 with a comparison to those same periods for the previous two years.   I will als... 09/07/2016

Pasadena E-Waste Event at Rose Bowl Saturday Sept 3, 2016  This event comes at the right time for me.   A recent laptop purchase.  Unexpected replacement of a cell phone.   Plus I learn that there will be Free On-Site Document Shredding*. I’m sure you have some stuff that is suitable for this event, right?Saturday, September 3, 20169AM to 3PM Brookside Park, Parking Lot I Just South Of the Rose Bowl *Shredding is limited to five legal size boxes.   Sponsored by City of Pasadena Public Works Department. Pasadena E-Waste Event at Rose Bowl Saturday September 3, 2016   08/31/2016

        ActiveRain Ambassador and friend Noah Seidenberg has a contest this month Love Where You Live.  I thought this would be an easy challenge for me to complete. Afterall, I am continuously writing about the area where I work, live and play.  But here it is, month-end and I’m looking at a blank page on the screen in front of me. You see, technically, I don’t live in Pasadena.  My office isn’t located in the city either. While I care about it, there are many people who have far deeper roots here. Perhaps that gives me a perspective about the city as it really is a place that is more than an annual football game and a parade.    I was born in Los Angeles. Grew up in Orange County.  Lived in Northern San Diego County after college.  Back to The OC and the Beach.   Washington, DC.  Then... 08/30/2016

  This is a real estate market activity report for the Castlegate condo complex in Pasadena.  In this report I will share information regarding units on the market for sale and sold so far in 2016 with a comparison to full year sales dating back to 2012. Statistical information has been gathered from our local multiple listing service(mls) and may not include all transactions in the complex.    Located at 330 West California Boulevard just east of famed Millionaire’s Row on South Orange Grove Boulevard, the complex was built in 1974 and consists of 48 single level condominium units. They range in size from one bedroom to two bedrooms and den(often marketed as three bedrooms).   The units are quite spacious with approximate square footages from just under 1000 to over 1700 square feet. E... 08/29/2016

Pasadena Condos at 500 East Del Mar Boulevard Make A Distinctive Architectural Statement  This is a real estate market activity report for the condos at 500 East Del Mar Boulevard in Pasadena.  The complex is located at the southwest corner of Del Mar and South Oakland Avenue.  In this report I will share current activity so far in 2016 as well as full year sales results for the previous two years.  Statistical information in this report has been gathered from our local multiple listing service(mls) and may not include all transactions in the complex. Built in 1984, the professionally managed complex consists of 36 condos in a variety of single and multi-level floor plans with two or three bedrooms.   The building makes a distinctive architectural statement with its bold, clean lines. A... 08/26/2016

A Look At The Condos at 202 South Holliston Avenue in Pasadena California Craftsman Architecture With A Modern Influence This is a recap of real estate market activity for the condos located at 202 South Holliston Avenue in Pasadena zip code 91106.  Located at the southeast corner of Holliston and Cordova Street, the building has a definite California Craftsman architectural influence which is so popular in the city but with bit of a modern aesthetic.   In this report I will share information about condos for sale in the intimate ten unit complex, closed transactions so far in 2016 as well as full year sales for the previous four years. Statistical information is from our local multiple listing service(mls) and may not include all transactions in the complex.    Built in 1989, the units... 08/25/2016

Madison Walk Condos in Pasadena Playhouse District This is a real estate market activity report for the Madison Walk condominium complex located north of the Pasadena Playhouse.  This report will include units for sale and in escrow as well as sales for the previous five full years.  All statistical information in this report has been gathered from our local multiple listing service(mls) and may not reflect all transactions in the complex.    Madison Walk was built by The Olson Company in 2003 with a modern Mediterranean-inspired architectural influence with extensive tile, dramatic archways and a landscaped central courtyard.    They range in size from one to three bedrooms in a variety of townhouse-style, flat and loft-style floor plans.    Located on North Madison Avenue, Madison Wal... 08/24/2016

Olive Tree Condos In Pasadena South Lake Avenue Neighborhood This is a recap of real estate market activity at the Olive Tree condominium complex in the South Lake Avenue neighborhood of Pasadena.   I will share information regarding units currently for sale and in escrow along with an update of closed transactions so far in 2016 with a comparison to full year closed sales for the five previous years.  Statistical information in this report has been gathered from our local multiple listing service and may not include all sales activity in the complex. Olive Tree has New Orleans-inspired architecture and was built in 1971 as apartments and later converted to condos.  It consists of 120 single level condos in a variety of floor plans ranging from one bedroom to two bedrooms/two baths/den(... 08/22/2016

Pasadena CA real estate markets are working to the seller’s advantage.Most zip codes show a Market Action Index score well over 30, the number that divides buyer’s and seller’s markets.Market activity is trending down in most Pasadena CA real estate markets, but prices have not yet adjusted. If the market continues to cool, then expect prices to fall lower. It may take a few more weeks of slack demand for prices to reflect and begin to fall.A seller’s market gives more negotiating power to the sellers, rather than the buyers. Limited inventory — providing buyers fewer choices — is one factor that can cause a seller’s market.The strongest prices for Pasadena CA real estate was in 91106, with a median list price of $2.55 million and prices trending upward.91106 market trendsVisit my blog ... 08/22/2016

Homes for Sale in the Chapman Woods, Pasadena CAAbout the neighborhoodChapman Woods in Pasadena CA includes approximately 462 homes. Its boundaries extend from Huntington Drive on the south to the south side of Del Mar Boulevard on the north and from Rosemead Boulevard on the east to the Edison right-of-way on the west.Looking for a home in Chapman Woods?Interested in finding homes for sale in Chapman Woods of Pasadena CA? Click that link to find all the currently available homes in this area of Pasadena.  A look at the history of Chapman Woods in Pasadena CAThe Chapman Woods area of Pasadena CA was once a favorite campsite of the California Indians. The area spent many years under the banner of the San Gabriel Mission, founded in 1771 by Father Junipero Serra. Then as the great ranchos... 08/16/2016

Homes for Sale in Bungalow Heaven, Pasadena CA What's the neighborhood like?Bungalow Heaven is one of Pasadena CA's most historic neighborhoods. The 16-block area bordered by Orange Grove and Washington boulevards and Lake and Hill streets, is a Historic Landmark District. In fact, it was Pasadena's first Historic Landmark District. Bungalow Heaven in Pasadena CA was named for the more than 800 small craftsman homes built there from 1900 to 1930, most of which still exist today.  Looking for a home in Bungalow Heaven?Interested in finding homes for sale in Bungalow Heaven in Pasadena CA? Click that link to find all the currently available homes in this area .  Why do people live here?Bungalow Heaven is a quiet, leafy, close-knit neighborhood. Residents in the area put in a significant e... 08/15/2016

Pasadena Madison Heights Condos at 484 East California Blvd  This is a market activity report for the Pasadena condos in Madison Heights at 484 East California Boulevard.  In this report I will share information for condos for sale, in escrow and closed sales so far in 2016 with a comparison to full year sales from 2011 through 2015.  All statistical information is from our local multiple listing service (mls)and may not include all transactions in the complex. 484 East California makes a distinctive and bold architectural presence from its location at the southeast corner of California Boulevard and Los Robles Avenue.   Built in 1983,  the 45 units range from single to multi-level with units from just under 1000 to over 1700 square feet of living(approximate) in a variety of floor plan... 08/14/2016

Affordable Pasadena Condos at Los Robles Plaza This is a real estate market activity report for the Pasadena affordable condominium complex at the Los Robles Plaza condominium complex.  In this report I will share activity so far in 2016 with a comparison to full year sales from the last four years. Statistical information is from our local multiple listing service(mls) and may not include all transactions in the complex. Los Robles Plaza was originally built in the 1970s as apartments and later converted to condominiums.   There are 130 single level floor plans ranging from studios to two bedrooms.  Approximate square footages range from just under 450 to nearly 1050 square feet.   Units include a patio or balcony area.  Many of the top floor units have dramatic ceiling heights, cleres... 08/11/2016