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By Keith Kyle, Top Producing Agent
(Vista Sotheby's International)
322 Hopkins Ave Hermosa Beach CAWelcome to the beach lifestyle in beautiful Hermosa Beach.  322 Hopkins is a beautiful single level home on a huge 6,116 footl lot that is 177 foot deep (BTV). There are a number of homes for sale in Hermosa Beach, but there is nothing on the market like this!322 Hopkins Ave is listed by Keith Kyle of Vista Sotheby's.Welcome to this beautiful single-level home designed with a coastal influence that embraces the Hermosa Beach and Southern California lifestyle. The single-level updated property is the perfect combination of indoor and outdoor resort-style living made possible by the incredible 6,116 square-foot, 177-foot deep lot on one of Hermosa's quieter streets. The west-facing property feels like a real home with a look and layout straight out of Coast...
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
I am plagiarizing the headline from one of my client's books. His conclusion at the end of his book was "It's a Race Against Time" I loved his book and let me share a few quotes from him:If you have managed to read through to this point, we congratulate you. Not only for your stamina but also for being able to check your intellectual, scientific, political and other specialty prejudices at the door and kept an open mind.Needless to say, the above message is powerful. Not many people can do the above, I have seen it not only on FB, and other internet platforms but here as well. Often when I write a post or read a post on this platform those words above resonate with me.I have been on this platform for 17 years and have eliminated many phony baloney, two faced people, those who speak from...
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By Keith Kyle, Top Producing Agent
(Vista Sotheby's International)
Fusion South Bay Real Estate Recap for 20242024  was another slow year for home sales in the gated community of Fusion South Bay which has been the case for the past 3 years.  There were 7 homes that sold during the year at an average price of $969,143.   That was more than in 2023 with only 6 sales but compare that to the high year of 2021 with 21 townhome and condos sold.   In large part the slower real estate market in Fusion hasn't been driven by lack of demand.....but lack of inventory.  Unlike the nearby community of Three Sixty that has seen a flurry of activity to start 2025,  there are no homes currently for sale in Fusion. (as of 2/4/25)Fusion South Bay is a gated community in the Hollyglen neighborhood of Hawthorne CA.2024 Fusion South Bay Home Sales and Sold Prices Address P...
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
As most of you know since January 7th, 2025, I have been focusing on the Palisades fires. I did not have the heart to write food and recipe posts.Gratefully all this time our suitcase was just by our front door, and we only loaded it up once in the car and we were very glad that we did need it and put it back by the front door.Now I was gratefully able to continue cooking at home and enjoy good food to distract Diane from the tragedy that was taking place less than 12 miles from us.So, in no particular order, one of the meals I made was a cream of mushroom pasta.Let me share it here the ingredients:1. fresh mushrooms sauteed in extra virgin olive oil2. langostino tails (if you do not have it feel free to substitute red shrimp) with some sweet onions sauté them together.3. Linguini (or a...
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
Fantastic News: the Pacific Palisades, CA fires are 100% contained... I have been anxiously waiting to be able to report this NEWS!  Nevertheless, the good news comes with some sad news as well.  800 Personnel 22 Engines 1 Water Tenders 9 Crews 1 Other Assigned   23,448 Acres burned! he Palisades Fire, bringing with it 12 deaths, how sad! 6,837 structures destroyed! Another 1017 structures damaged!Now due the fires PCH & Topanga Cyn were closed since the 7th of January. Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) is anticipated opening for local traffic starting Sunday, February 2, 2025, at 8:00 am. Be prepared for extreme traffic delays and intermittent closures in the area as ongoing recovery efforts continue. Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, California Highway Patrol, and Caltrans are implem...
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
Just Listed! 7260 Woodrow Wilson Dr., Los Angeles, CA. 90046 another vacant lot.Directions: Cahuenga Blvd to Oakshire Dr. to Passmore Dr. to Woodrow Wilson Dr. Next door to 7270 Woodrow Wilson Dr.Remarks: Just listed this fantastic View Lot in the Hollywood Hills it is the best priced view lot on a paved road. Take advantage of this fantastic opportunity & build a stunning Hollywood Hills view home on the world-famous Woodrow Wilson Dr. Panoramic views of the San Fernando Valley including Universal Studios. This land consists of two APN numbers on one of the most coveted streets, nestled in an exclusive enclave of the who is who of Hollywood. Perfect for a developer or owner user who would like to build a spectacular view home. Reach out to the listing agent for a Topographic Survey, pl...
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
Life of a Pet friendly Realtor in Los Angeles, CA... there is an old saying for every photo is the equivalent of thousands of words.Clearly, I tend to agree with this concept.So, with that said hope you are enjoying the photos that are worth thousands of words.Now with that said which do you prefer photos or words??:)Wishing you a safe and healthy life and I look forward to your comments. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, focused and goal-oriented Realtor in the Beverly Hills area who will help you achieve your Real Estate goals, please reach out to me directly! If you are looking for a pet friendly Beverly Hills Realtor who can handle and sell the most difficult properties that no one else could, please reach out to me directly!! If you are considering buying or selling a home, a...
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On January 17, 2025, California Association of Realtors (C.A.R) reported the homes values declined 2.6% to the price of $912,370 in December of 2024 from price of $937,030 in November of 2024, but increased 6..9% from price of $835,340 December of 2023 in Los Angeles County, California.Homes sales rose 12.7% in December of 2024 from November of 2024, and jumped 16.2% from December of 2023 in Los Angeles County, California.There were 2.7 months supplies of available inventory of homes in December of 2024, down from 3.5 months in November of 2024, but up from 2.6 months in December of 2023 in Los Angeles County, California. An average it took 29.0 days to sell a home in December 2024, grew from 26.0 days in November of 2024, and higher from 23.0 days in December of 2023 in Los Angeles Cou...
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
Latest update about the Palisades Fires.... I have been so excited three days ago that we were at 95% contained. I did not have the heart to keep in giving little updates. I find it frustrating that after three days we are still only at 98% containment. Hard to believe... Date Started01/07/2025 10:30 AM Last Updated01/30/2025 5:47 PM CauseUnder Investigation Incident Maps3D MapExternal Link Admin UnitLos Angeles City Fire Department Incident Management TeamNo team assigned LocationSoutheast of Palisades Drive, Pacific Palisades [34.07022,-118.54453] ReportsStatus reports  In response to the devastating effects of the Palisades Fire, which has destroyed so many structures, there are many companies, individual groups and the list goes on and on who have initiated a GoFundMe campaign to pr...
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On January 17, 2025, California Association of Realtors (C.A.R) reported that there were 9 homes sold in December of 2024, dropped 35.7% from December of 2023 in Newhall, California.The medium existing home price was $950,000.00 in December of 2024, rose 12.1% from December of 2023 in Newhall, California.There were 18 active listing homes in December of 2024, jumped 125.0% from December of 2023 in Newhall, California; while an average home stayed 20 median days on the market in December 2024 in Newhall, California.For complete more information about the California Association of Realtors’ December of 2024 Newhall, California homes sales and value report, please click HERE
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
Wordless Wednesdays:  Can you name this flower?One of our neighbors gave Diane this red ball and said she does not need to water it does not need to do anything with it.Well, here we are about three or four weeks later what a beautiful flower bloomed.Never seen it in this shape or format but what a beautiful flower. Wishing you a safe and healthy life and I look forward to your comments. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, focused and goal-oriented Realtor in the Beverly Hills area who will help you achieve your Real Estate goals, please reach out to me directly! If you are looking for a pet friendly Beverly Hills Realtor who can handle and sell the most difficult properties that no one else could, please reach out to me directly!! If you are considering buying or selling a home, a ...
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On January 17, 2025, California Association of Realtors (C.A.R) reported that there were 18 homes sold in December of 2024, jumped 38.5% from December of 2023 in Baldwin Park, California.The medium existing home price was $789,000.00 in December of 2024, rose 17.7% from December of 2023 in Baldwin Park, California.There were 14 active listing homes in December of 2024, increased 40.0% from December of 2023 in Baldwin Park, California; while an average home stayed 28 median days on the market in December 2024 in Baldwin Park, California.For complete more information about the California Association of Realtors’ December of 2024 Baldwin Park, California homes sales and value report, please click HERE
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
What are your thoughts about second showings? I had a showing yesterday on one of my lease listings. The potential tenant liked it, but he has two other roommates to consider. He took videos and discussed that he will be in touch if there is further interest.Same evening, he reached out and said that his roommate wanted to see it as well. I was of course accommodating. We had today the showing, he and his roommate showed up. Now we wait and see what she has to say. Hmmm...What are your thoughts about second showings? Please share here in your comments. I like second showings because it shows interest and just  a few questions that need to be revisited. Wishing you a safe and healthy life and I look forward to your comments. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, focused and goal-orient...
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
Here we are and I have good news to report as of 5:22 pm today the fires are 95% contained. The homeowners were allowed to return and inspect the damages or devastations of their homes.Resident Access: Access passes are required; however, escorts are no longer needed. Check in with law enforcement between 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. for an access pass to all Resident-Only Zones in the City of Los Angeles. Curfew hours remain in effect.Check-in Location(Lot 3) Beach Access1150 Pacific Coast HighwaySanta Monica, CA 90403 Resident Access: Access along PCH will be limited to residents only. Law enforcement will verify residency at the traffic control point on PCH at Carbon Beach for residents traveling east/south on PCH. Essential traffic only - expect significant delays. Potential temporary c...
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
Today is 01/ 26/ 2025 & sadly I'm still writing about the Palisade Fires. So sad indeed, nevertheless there is good news on the horizon. As of this writing the fires have been contained to 90%. I have been so looking forward to seeing this number.We had a little rain, not a lot, not sure how much it helped our brave Firefighters, since it was very cold and windy.I have been receiving a lot of inquiries on my land listings. Five of them happen to be in the fire zone. Clearly there are some people are moving forward and are banking that the local government will shorten the approval process to build. Not wanting to be skeptical, I tell each individual to check with the Building Department since it is a day to day, fluid motion on the approval process and I suggest that they ask them that ...
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
   News about President Trump signing the release of the JFK, RFK and MLK assassination documents. I am sure most of you heard about this. I am so thrilled that after so many decades the documents will be released. At the same time, I am so grateful for him taking this brave directive.I have been reading every book, every article about these assassinations since they happened. Keep in mind I was ten years old when President Jack Kennedy was assassinated. I was heartbroken and decided to keep learning of the who and they and the why.Then, I was watching MLK's   & RFK's assassination within months of each other, I was even more devastated here I am five years later barely one year in the United States as a legal immigrant and this happened.I have been reading every book ever written about...
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
Pacific Palisades Fire Update: Day 18th.... latest update as of 6:30 pm Pacific Standard Time: 84% Contained 23,448 Acres 1 County: Los Angeles I am so happy to see that we are at 84% and as of 9:30 pm we started getting some precipitations not a lot but everything will help. Supposedly until midnight we should get about a 1/4 inch of rain.Needless to say, the weather people are implying that tomorrow we should get more rain starting around 7am. We shall see....Road ClosuresFollow the links below to stay up-to-date on road closures for the Palisades Fire.  CHP-West ValleyExternal Link City of Los AngelesExternal Link Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Hopefully I will soon be able to stop these posts. Needless to say if you need any help real estate related or any other manner, ple...
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On January 17, 2025, California Association of Realtors (C.A.R) reported that there were 13 homes sold in December of 2024, jumped 62.5% from December of 2023 in South Pasadena, California.The medium existing home price was $1,68 million  in December of 2024, rose 7.9% from December of 2023 in South Pasadena, California.There were 8 active listing homes in December of 2024, unchanged 0.0% from December of 2023 in South Pasadena, California; while an average home stayed 48 median days on the market in December 2024 in South Pasadena, California.For complete more information about the California Association of Realtors’ December of 2024 South Pasadena, California homes sales and value report, please click HERE
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
Palisades Fires Update, Day 17th, today POTUS flew in to give support to the locals. The Governor and all other politicians were around and trying to be polite and kind to POTUS. Clearly, they wanted to be on his good side to get the Federal Support and Federal Funds.The good news is : PalisadesUpdated: 10:13am 01/24/2025 Containment % 79% Start date 01/07/2025 Acreage 23,448 Counties affected Los Angeles, US-CA I have been anxiously waiting for these numbers to be closer to getting to 80% or more. We are now not that far from it and I am thrilled.It is so sad and devastating that it took 17 days to get to 79% but that is another story and another post.The key to rebuilding will be the length of the approval process and I was thrilled to hear that POTUS wanted days , not weeks or months...
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power disclosed, that as of Wednesday evening, there were still about 8,410 customers remaining without power in the Pacific Palisades area.Sadly, because they are located in areas where workers cannot safely access homes or in areas where it is unsafe to re-energize power lines. Customers with questions about the status of their service can call 800-342-5397. Southern California Gas Co. had shut off service to about 13,600 customers in the Palisades Fire area for safety reasons. As of Wednesday, they have restored service for 3,526 of those customers.The Southern California Gas Co. has established an information booth for residents that will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Pavilions store at 29211 Heathercliff Road in Malibu, and from 9 a.m...
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