The thing about the LA housing market is, at some point you just have to dive in. For many buyers, condominiums offer a price point that can make their mortgage payment comparable to what they already pay in rent (depending on circumstances, of course). Condos also offer something very close to “maintenance free” living. For many busy professionals, this is a great way to go.

Here are two options for you, new listings from Tracy Do Real Estate. Both are extremely well located with easy access to the very desirable neighborhoods around them. They offer plenty of space and are priced less than $600,000 (one of them less than $500K).

This two-bedroom of 1963 vintage has polished concrete floors and a private outdoor patio. It is mere blocks from Los Feliz Village, offering shopping and dining options galore plus easy access to the trails of Griffith Park. Details and photos here.

This one-bedroom in the gorgeous Ostrich Farm Live-Work Loft complex is as good an opportunity as you’ll find these days for entry-level homeownership. With nearly 1000 square feet of open living space, it also has a tucked away bedroom, a beautifully tiled bathroom and a private balcony over a courtyard with tall stalks of timber bamboo. Located in South Pasadena (a top school district) it is right at the border of Highland Park, providing so many options for dining and nightlife. See the photos and learn more by heading here.

For an open house schedule or to arrange a private viewing, contact Tracy Do Real Estate.