What $600,000 buys in Los Angeles, San Diego and Orange County
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Nearly all of Southern California saw its unsold inventory dip in the month of August, with the one exception being Ventura, according to a survey by the National Assn. of Realtors. The barometer of housing-market health showed the biggest month-over-month change in Los Angeles, San Diego and Orange counties, indicating a continued seller’s market.
Here’s a sample of what about $600,000 buys in those three counties.
COMMERCE: This renovated 1950s bungalow features such updates as white shaker cabinets, quartz countertops and a two-tone paint scheme.
Address: 7015 Lanto St., Commerce, 90040
Listed for: $600,000 for three bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms in 1,235 square feet (0.42-acre lot)
Features: Laminate wood floors; updated master bathroom; deep lot
About the area: In the 90040 ZIP Code, based on three sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in July was $325,000, down 9.7% year over year, according to CoreLogic.
SAN DIEGO: Drought-tolerant landscaping and plenty of patio room for entertaining highlight this updated home in the Rancho Penasquitos community.
Address: 11282 Del Diablo Way, San Diego, 92129
Listed for: $599,999 for three bedrooms, two bathrooms in 1,472 square feet (7,000-square-foot lot)
Features: Hardwood floors; modern fixtures; living room with fireplace
About the area: In the 92129 ZIP Code, based on 38 sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in July was $735,000, up 2.4% year over year, according to CoreLogic.
RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA: Skylights, clerestory windows and French doors invite natural light within this single-story house in a planned community.
Address: 11 Calle Vaqueta, Rancho Santa Margarita, 92688
Listed for: $605,000 for three bedrooms, two bathrooms in 1,272 square feet (4,500-square-foot lot)
Features: Custom hickory-pecan cabinetry; master suite with his and hers closets
About the area: In the 92688 ZIP Code, based on 31 sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in July was $700,000, up 3.7% year over year, according to CoreLogic.
MONTECITO HEIGHTS: This Victorian-esque home, dating back to more than a century ago, has a whimsical vibe, with its pitched roof and gingerbread fretwork.
Address: 3534 Griffin Ave., Los Angeles, 90031
Listed for: $599,000 for three bedrooms, one bathroom in 840 square feet (5,798-square-foot lot)
Features: Remodeled interior; bay windows; hillside viewing deck
About the area: In the 90031 ZIP Code, based on eight sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in July was $364,000, down 10.2% year over year, according to CoreLogic.
VISTA: Found within the Madison Lane community, this upgraded two-story takes in sweeping views of the surrounding area.
Address: 1113 Stratton Drive, Vista, 92083
Listed for: $600,000 for three bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms in 2,785 square feet (0.34-acre lot)
Features: Travertine tile floors; vaulted ceilings; center-island kitchen
About the area: In the 92083 ZIP Code, based on 28 sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in July was $410,000, up 3.1% year over year, according to CoreLogic.
ANAHEIM HILLS: This single-story, built in 1974, features an upgraded kitchen, new flooring and a living room with vaulted ceilings.
Address: 5917 E. Avenida Arbol, Anaheim Hills, 92807
Listed for: $599,900 for three bedrooms, 1.75 bathrooms in 1,328 square feet (5,200-square-foot lot)
Features: Wood-burning fireplace; master bedroom with new shower
About the area: In the 92807 ZIP Code, based on 34 sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in July was $725,000, up 7.3% year over year, according to CoreLogic.
— Neal J. Leitereg
Twitter: @NJLeitereg
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