Up-and-coming neighbourhood : the Valley Glen

Delighted to see the wonderful neighbourhood of The Glen LA Homes, Valley Glen, profiled in the Los Angeles Times. A great overview of its rich history and a forecast that we couldn’t agree more with – indeed, Valley Glen is “really starting to take off” with new home construction, restaurants and retailers on the way. We are so proud to take part of this great neighbourhood’s growth – contact us to learn more about the new The Glen LA Homes at info@theglenla.com and visit http://www.theglenla.com/ for more information.

By: Tracy Do Real Estate | June 3, 2017

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527 Molino St #401 90013

Tracy Do Real Estate presents 527 Molino St #401, Loft, Barker Block, Arts District, Downtown LA, Tracy Do

527 Molino St #401 90013

A Corner Penthouse of Impeccable Design

Open House Saturday, July 1st from 1-4P

Now Offered at $1,540,000
Type: Single Family / Bedrooms: 2 / Baths: 2
Living Area: 1,710 sqft / Rooftop Pool / Gym

This spacious condominium residence is the prize of Barker Block, holding center court in the red-hot Arts District of Downtown LA. The rare, light-filled penthouse was the most coveted unit when it was first introduced to the marketplace, and is being offered by its original owner. A comprehensive remodel
under the supervision of Hughes Umbanhowar Architects has thoughtfully improved upon the privacy and functionality of the space while keeping original warehouse-vintage elements in tact. Balance has been achieved as the interplay of raw, industrial loft modernism blends seamlessly with the warmth and comforts of home.

The top-floor unit enjoys a prime corner location at the end of a hallway, providing a sense of seclusion and quiet. Enter an expansive open-plan layout sheathed in exposed brick, heavy wooden beams and floor-to-ceiling glass. Sunlight splashes into the dining area and kitchen, a ground-up design featuring wood cabinetry, stainless appliances, an alkaline drinking water system, an under-counter wine fridge and a stunning Perota wood slab island with a waterfall edge. Two bedrooms include the Master with a stunning en-suite bathroom, stylishly outfitted with polished concrete floors, Ceasarstone countertops and a custom mirror with LED’s by Centerlight. The ceiling has been raised and clerestory windows were added to create a sense of space and light. Luxuriate in
the large steam shower that features a rainfall head, bench seating and a sound system. Brass fixtures throughout the home are by Waterworks, and include a heated towel bar.

Custom craftwork is abundant throughout the residence, and storage space has been significantly increased.
The Master walk-in closet was designed and built by Shin Okuda. Sliding ash wood barn doors have solid brass inlays, with hinges and hardware by Merit. Electrical has been extensively upgraded with Bocci and Apparatus lighting alongside a number of handmade salvage pieces, all powered by Lutron switches. Windows are custom-fitted with solar shades and the thermostat is by Nest. Entertainment highlights include a Samsung multi-room sound system and the ability to transform the main living space into a private theater. Touch a button to activate a drop-down screen and enjoy movies, sports and TV via the concealed overhead projection system. After the show, you can head out to your private balcony and take in the night.

Barker Block is renown as the beating heart of the Arts District, the standard of style and innovation in Downtown LA living. Common-use areas of striking design stretch the boundaries of each residence, extending your home beyond its walls by providing myriad options for work, play or tranquil contemplation. There are gaming tables, fire-pits and cozy corners that are ideal for two. The sprawling rooftop deck is on par with a five-star hotel, providing a pool, gym and sitting areas against a cinematic backdrop of lights, skyscrapers and nightly sunsets. Gather with friends by the fireplace, hit the treadmill or take a dip in the jacuzzi, all part of your home here at Barker Block.

From this ideal location enjoy easy access to all of Downtown and the Arts District unfolding right outside your door. Coffee, dining and nightlife options are just steps away at Urth, Blue Bottle, Zinc, Bestia, Factory Kitchen, Sushi Gen, The Chairman, Resident and many more. As for future attractions, there are soon-to-arrive neighbors Soho Warehouse, Warner Music Group, the highly anticipated work/shop/social hub At Mateo and a boutique hotel.

By: Tracy Do Real Estate | June 2, 2017

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4906 Granada Street 90042

A Spanish Home for Lease in Highland Park

Offered at: $3,200/mo
Type: Lease / Bedrooms: 2 / Baths: 2
Living Area: 926 sqft

A tastefully renovated Spanish style bungalow, available for lease. The character-rich residence in trendy Highland Park provides modern-day functionality while retaining its original 1920’s charm. Highlights include a large living room and updated kitchen featuring Carrera marble countertops, and stainless appliances. There are two bedrooms, two bathrooms and plenty of storage including built-in hallway cabinets. Abundant sunlight fills the space and wood flooring flows underfoot. The wraparound deck, accessible from the living and Master bedroom, spells blissful afternoons of socializing with friends and family while taking in scenic vistas of Mt. Washington hillsides. There is a detached 1-car garage and plenty of street parking, or leave your car at home and take advantage of a 71 Walk Score (TM) rating. Nearby are local favorites Terra Mia Coffee, Monte 52, Cafe Birdie, Highland Park Bowl and more. DTLA and Pasadena are easy to reach via the Gold Line and 110 Fwy.

By: Tracy Do Real Estate | June 1, 2017

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Reading LA with Eve Babitz

It’s always a special pleasure to read books set in Los Angeles and realize, time and time and again, how lucky we are to live in this mythical and storied city. The 1960’s and 70’s LA in particular has a special aura about it, an atmosphere that Eve Babitz, whose work was recently reissued by New York Review Books Classics, captured so well. The tomes in question are “Eve’s Hollywood”, first published in 1974 is a fictional memoir, and the essay collection “Slow Days, Fast Company: The World, the Flesh, and L.A.,” which originally saw light in 1977. Both books draw on Babitz’s glittering coming of age in the post-war Los Angeles: born in 1943 to a musician father and an artist mother and with a Igor Stravinsky as a godfather, Eve was the muse that inspired Jim Morrison to write LA Woman , a romantic interest of Ed Ruscha and a belle de jour that gained notoriety when photographed while playing chess with Marcel Duchamp au naturel at Duchamp’s retrospective at the Pasadena Museum of Art in 1963. Babitz’s prose is brilliant and cool – get a taste of it over at the Curbed LA’s amazing “Eve Babitz’s guide to Los Angeles” , which they describe as a “tour of the writer’s sexy, smoggy city of the 1960s and ’70s”.

By: Tracy Do Real Estate | May 31, 2017

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2204 Allesandro St #1 90039

2204 Allesandro St, Tracy Do Real Estate, Echo Park, Silver Lake, Home for sale

2204 Allesandro St #1 90039

Your Urban Sanctuary in Echo Park

Offered at: $849,000
Type: Single Family / Bedrooms: 3 / Baths: 3
Living Area: 1,907 sqft

Newer construction, a red-hot neighborhood and a great price. This corner unit townhouse was designed by Pedro Birba, with an airy open-concept floor plan that puts bedrooms and bathrooms right where you need them. Stylish, loft-like qualities are found in the high ceilings, bamboo flooring and walls of glass providing sunlight and serene treetop views. The kitchen gleams with distinctive finishes and amenities highlighted by a center island and 48” Viking stove. Three bedrooms include the upstairs Master that features a walk-in closet, attached bathroom and luxurious glass shower with pebble floor. The downstairs bedroom is like a private suite, perfect for an office or guest room. There is central a/c and a directly-accessible two car garage. The intimate HOA is gated and beautifully landscaped with low monthly fees. Nearby hot-spots include The Semi Tropic, Ostrich Farm, Lassen’s Market and more. Elysian Park, DTLA and the Silver Lake Reservoir are easy to reach.

By: Tracy Do Real Estate | May 31, 2017

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Two Outstanding Teams Become One

Two of the most trusted names in LA home sales are joining forces at Compass. We look forward to hearing from you, and telling you more about our exciting new partnership.

Liz, Edith & Tracy

By: Tracy Do Real Estate | May 22, 2017

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2177 Fern Dell Place 90068

Tracy Do Presents 2177 Fern Dell Place in The Oaks, Los Feliz

2177 Fern Dell Place 90068

Exquisite in the Oaks

Shown by Appointment Only

Offered at: $3,499,000
Type: Single Family / Bedrooms: 4 / Baths: 6
Living Area: 4,064 sqft / Lot Size: 12,675 sqft

A statement home and glorious vestige of Old World LA. This stunning Mediterranean compound in the coveted Oaks neighborhood of Los Feliz is tucked away from the city yet close to it, a private haven exuding the romanticism and glamor of Hollywood’s Silent Era. Lush with colorful flora and mature trees, the sprawling urban retreat on nearly 1/3 of an acre is surrounded by walls, providing a sense of seclusion and tranquility. Remarkably, it is only blocks away from the convenience of shopping, dining and nightlife in nearby Los Feliz Village and Hollywood.

The graceful residence is located on a quiet street under a mature canopy of trees. Enter through an arched gate to find palms, pathways and limitless options to relax and entertain; luxuriate by the sparkling pool, dine al-fresco on the terrace or drift to one of several patio areas to read and unwind. Inside find a light-filled two level home with over 4,000 square feet of living space that has been exquisitely rendered, tastefully updated and meticulously maintained. The centerpiece is the living room with floor-to-ceiling arched windows, exposed beams, a stunning tile hearth and gorgeous oak floors. There is formal dining and a luminous white kitchen featuring a marble center island, hand-painted Italian tile backsplash and an appliance suite that includes a double wall oven, Subzero fridge and Viking range.

Upstairs bedrooms include the spacious Master, and in the Master bathroom there’s a large shower and clawfoot tub. Choice amenities are found in the screening room, wine cellar, pool room, steam room and a concealed, professionally designed sound system. The attached two-car garage provides direct access to and from the home. This ideal location puts you near trendy Franklin Village offerings including The Oaks Gourmet and La Poubelle, along with Los Feliz Village hot spots Little Dom’s, Alcove and more. You are at the very doorstep of Griffith Park and enjoy commuter-friendly proximity to workplace hubs in Hollywood, Burbank, Studio City and Downtown LA.

By: Tracy Do Real Estate | May 12, 2017

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107 E Palm St 91001

Tracy Do Real Estate presents 107 E Palm Street in Altadena

107 E Palm St 91001

Altadena, 1964

Now offered at: $699,000
Type: Single Family / Bedrooms: 3 / Baths: 2
Living Area: 1,550 sqft / Lot Size: 7,536 sqft

On a treelined street in serene Altadena, find this single level Traditional-style home. The updated residence was built in 1964 and stays true to its midcentury roots with features that include refinished parquet wood flooring, a stone-clad hearth and bright, airy living spaces that are filled with natural light. Double French doors open to a flat back yard with a vegetable garden and mountaintop views, your perfect spot for leisurely family fun or entertaining. Three bedrooms include the Master with en-suite bathroom, and there’s a second bathroom for family and guests. A bonus tiki lounge space is your ready-made speakeasy, or turn it into a useful office, workshop or studio. The home has central heat and a/c, yard irrigation and system updates that include the roof, plumbing and electrical. From this choice location enjoy quick access to nearby favorites Lincoln, Cafe de Leche, and the hiking trails at Echo Mountain. The 210 Freeways and Gold Line rail are within easy reach.

By: Tracy Do Real Estate | May 8, 2017

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863 Hyperion Ave 90029

Tray Do Real Estate presents 863 Hyperion Ave in Silver Lake

863 Hyperion Ave 90029

A Silver Lake Craftsman, Ready for a New Day

Offered at: $995,000
Type: Single Family / Bedrooms: 3 / Baths: 2
Living Area: 1,680 sqft / Lot Size: 7,478 sqft

This spacious Craftsman on a generous lot in Silver Lake awaits its new purpose or makeover, presenting a great opportunity for redevelopment with the added benefit of LAR3 zoning. Two main highlights are the great location and gorgeous views, a sweeping westward vista taking in city lights, The Hollywood Sign and Griffith Park Observatory. The open floor plan presents a nice layout of living, dining, three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and easy access to the expansive yard. There is a garage and large storage space that has potential for other use. This ideal location near Sunset Junction is just a stone’s throw from local shopping, dining and nightlife including Intelligentsia Coffee, The Black Cat, Cafe Stella, The Odells Shop, Sawyer, The Silver Lake Farmers Market and more. Bring your ideas for this property that is ready for its next chapter in one of LA’s hottest enclaves.

By: Tracy Do Real Estate | May 8, 2017

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In the News!

So pleased to have our Silver Lake listings showcased on CurbedLA this week. You don’t want to miss seeing this stunning historic Craftsman in person – stop by our Open House this Sunday, from 2-4PM at 1149 Manzanita St., 90029.

We’ve actually been fortunate to appear in Curbed on numerous occasions lately: Tracy recently returned to Open Thread to answer questions and comment on the state of LA Real Estate market (find some helpful tips on bidding alongside all-cash buyers and suggestions for the first time home buyers at the link), and COVO, our listing of 10 small lot homes in Silver Lake, was the topic of a CurbedLA feature just 2 weeks ago.

Meanwhile, COVO and its builder, Planet Home Living, also enjoyed a mention in the LA Times:

Last weekend, builder Planet Home Living held a grand opening for a Silver Lake 10-home subdivision built on small lots. Before any prospective buyers showed up, six of the $1-million houses were already in escrow after the Newport Beach firm contacted people who signed a list of interested buyers.
“Four hundred people on an interest list, that’s a lot for 10 homes,” said the company’s chief executive, Michael Marini. “Anything in L.A. that we build, it sells out immediately.”

The response has indeed been tremendous, so if you are interested in COVO, do let us know – only 2 homes remain at this time. We’ll be open this Saturday, May 6 & Sunday, May 7 from 2-5PM, find us at 1433 Waterloo St. 90026.

By: Tracy Do Real Estate | May 3, 2017

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