What $900,000 buys right now in three L.A. County neighborhoods

Here’s a look at what roughly $900,000 buys in the L.A. County neighborhoods of Highland Park, North Hollywood and West Hills.

HIGHLAND PARK: Modern hardscaping mixes with lush landscaping outside this remodeled home with a 600-square-foot garage.

Address: 427 Kendall Ave., Los Angeles, 90042

Listed for: $899,000 for four bedrooms, two bathrooms in 1,390 square feet (5,600-square-foot lot)

Features: Tile front porch; three-sided fireplace; open floor plan; backyard with wood deck

About the area: In the 90042 ZIP Code, based on 28 sales, the median price for single-family homes in December was $713,000, down 4.4% year over year, according to CoreLogic.

NORTH HOLLYWOOD: Designer finishes such as custom doors and contemporary floors bring this 1940s home into the 21^st century.

Address: 6031 Ensign Ave., North Hollywood, 91606

Listed for: $899,000 for four bedrooms, three bathrooms in 2,100 square feet (6,000-square-foot lot)

Features: Redesigned front yard; open floor plan; office; grassy backyard

About the area: In the 91606 ZIP Code, based on 16 sales, the median price for single-family homes in December was $650,000, up 4.8% year over year, according to CoreLogic.

WEST HILLS: This two-story home full of bright living spaces opens to a spacious backyard with tiered gardens and a swimming pool.

Address: 7250 Pondera Circle, West Hills, 91307

Listed for: $920,000 for five bedrooms, three bathrooms in 2,745 square feet (10,095-square-foot lot)

Features: Bright living spaces; stacked-stone fireplace; master suite with balcony; private backyard with fire pit

About the area: In the 91307 ZIP Code, based on 18 sales, the median price for single-family homes in December was $698,000, up 11.9% year over year, according to CoreLogic.

HIGHLAND PARK: An expansive great room under vaulted ceilings anchors this blue abode, and the garage out back has been converted into a one-bedroom studio.

Address: 5668 Buchanan St., Highland Park, 90042

Listed for: $898,000 for five bedrooms, four bathrooms in 2,588 square feet (5,598-square-foot lot)

Features: Dramatic stone fireplace; retro kitchen; two master suites; front-facing balcony

About the area: In the 90042 ZIP Code, based on 28 sales, the median price for single-family homes in December was $713,000, down 4.4% year over year, according to CoreLogic.

NORTH HOLLYWOOD: Zoned for multi-unit residency, this four-bedroom home with a detached studio and swimming pool offers a development opportunity.

Address: 5618 Fulcher Ave., North Hollywood, 91601

Listed for: $890,000 for four bedrooms, two bathrooms in 1,546 square feet (6,992-square-foot lot)

Features: Gated patio; exterior stone accents; tile floors; flexible lot

About the area: In the 91601 ZIP Code, based on 13 sales, the median price for single-family homes in December was $900,000, up 6.5% year over year, according to CoreLogic.

WEST HILLS: Set on a cul-de-sac, this Traditional-style estate features expansive living spaces and a three-car garage.

Address: 23600 Blythe St., West Hills, 91304

Listed for: $899,950 for four bedrooms, three bathrooms in 2,661 square feet (9,606-square-foot lot)

Features: Corner lot; multi-level floor plan; covered patio; landscaped backyard with grill

About the area: In the 91304 ZIP Code, based on 18 sales, the median price for single-family homes in December was $692,000, down 1.2% year over year, according to CoreLogic.

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