What $800,000 buys in Hawthorne, Long Beach and Pasadena housing markets
What does $800,000 buy in the Los Angeles County real estate market? In Hawthorne, a remodeled ranch house; in Long Beach, a wood-paneled contemporary; and in Pasadena, a traditional-style home with a swimming pool.
Here’s a larger look at what roughly $800,000 buys in each of the three areas.
HAWTHORNE: Upgraded bathrooms and a family room with a stone accent wall highlights this remodeled single story in the Hollyglen neighborhood.
Address: 5246 W. 139th St., Hawthorne, 90250
Listed for: $799,900 for three bedrooms, two bathrooms in 1,580 square feet (5,000-square-foot lot)
Features: New kitchen appliances; porcelain tile and bamboo floors; new roof
About the area: In the 90250 ZIP Code, based on 28 sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in August was $539,000, up 15.3% year over year, according to CoreLogic.
LONG BEACH: This single-story in the La Marina Estates area invites outdoor entertaining with a custom palapa, deck and lush landscaping.
Address: 6532 E. El Roble St., Long Beach, 90815
Listed for: $794,900 for four bedrooms, 2.75 bathrooms in 2,100 square feet (7,071-square-foot lot)
Features: Master suite with sitting area and fireplace; updated kitchen
About the area: In the 90815 ZIP Code, based on 34 sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in August was $608,000, no change year over year, according to CoreLogic.
PASADENA: Bamboo wood floors, recessed lighting and soft hues give this updated 1940s home a light and airy feel.
Address: 1115 Wesley Ave., Pasadena, 91104
Listed for: $799,000 for three bedrooms, two bathrooms in 2,045 square feet (7,492-square-foot lot)
Features: Updated kitchen with granite countertops; master bedroom with walk-in closet
About the area: In the 91104 ZIP Code, based on 36 sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in August was $720,000, down 4.3% year over year, according to CoreLogic.
HAWTHORNE: A brick entry surrounded with tropical landscaping fronts this single-story with a swimming pool in the Hollyglen neighborhood.
Address: 5505 W. 142nd St., Hawthorne, 90250
Listed for: $789,000 for three bedrooms, 1.75 bathrooms in 1,124 square feet (5,000-square-foot lot)
Features: Open floor plan, updated kitchen, two-car garage
About the area: In the 90250 ZIP Code, based on 28 sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in August was $539,000, up 15.3% year over year, according to CoreLogic.
LONG BEACH: Horizontal wood siding and a gray-hued exterior lend a contemporary vibe to this remodeled single-story with a detached guesthouse/bonus room.
Address: 3875 Karen Ave., Long Beach, 90808
Listed for: $789,000 for three bedrooms, 1.75 bathrooms in 2,396 square feet (6,640-square-foot lot)
Features: Open-space floor plan; LED lighting; Nest smart-home thermostat
About the area: In the 90808 ZIP Code, based on 45 sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in August was $585,000, up 4.8% year over year, according to CoreLogic.
PASADENA: Situated along a tree-lined street, this 1940s home features updated interiors and a swimming pool with a spa.
Address: 1770 Paloma St., Pasadena, 91104
Listed for: $799,000 for three bedrooms, two bathrooms in 1,572 square feet (10,564-square-foot lot)
Features: Multiple patios; lush landscaping; separate pool house
About the area: In the 91104 ZIP Code, based on 36 sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in August was $720,000, down 4.3% year over year, according to CoreLogic.
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