by Kathy Gibson | Aug 15, 2022 | Buying, Market, Neighborhood, Selling
Pasadena, CA This week the median list price for Pasadena, CA is $1,437,000 with the market action index hovering around 53. This is less than last month’s market action index of 55. Inventory has held steady at or around 114. The market has been cooling off a bit in recent weeks, as more homes are available and demand is less. We’re already seeing prices move lower as a result. Expect this trend to continue especially if the index falls to the Buyer’s zone. Watch for a persistent up-turn in Market Action to signal prices rising again. South Pasadena, CA 91030 This week the median list price for South Pasadena, CA 91030 is $1,744,000 with the market action index hovering around 54. This is less than last month’s market action index of 56. Inventory has increased to 22. In the last few weeks, the market has been at a stasis point in terms of sales to inventory. However, prices seem to continue to fall a bit. Technically supply levels indicate this is a Seller’s market so it is likely that the downward pricing pressure will be light or variable. Watch for an up-shift in the market action index before price stability is...
by Kathy Gibson | Aug 5, 2022 | Buying, Market, Neighborhood
Photo by Erda Estremera on Unsplash 5 Essential Tips for Moving to a Big New City Moving to a big city, such as the Los Angeles area or Pasadena can seem daunting. You’ll have to consider living costs, taxes, real estate, making new friends, finding employment, and more. This can be an incredibly stressful, yet also exciting, time of your life. The following tips will help you move to a large new city: 1. Budget for Higher Living Costs Higher living costs are inevitable when you move to a big city. The world’s greatest cities, such as New York City, London, and Los Angeles, come with endless career opportunities but a hefty price tag. The average cost of living in Los Angeles is $1,073 for one person without rent. That’s significantly more than most of the United States. However, you can budget by using apps like Mint, which allows you to manage your spending all from one account. 2. Look for Big City Attractions You’ll find more attractions in a big city than in a small town. Los Angeles, for example, has some of the best tourist attractions in the United States, including the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Griffith Observatory, and Santa Monica Pier. Visiting the city’s best attractions when you first move can make you feel at home. If you’re a sports fan, Los Angeles has some of the best sporting events. For example, take in a game at the famous Dodgers Stadium. Find great rates for Los Angeles Dodgers tickets online. Some online ticket sellers even offer 360-degree virtual in-seat views. 3. Connect at Social Events Moving...
by Kathy Gibson | Jun 29, 2022 | Market, Neighborhood, Selling
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by Kathy Gibson | Mar 23, 2022 | Buying, Market, Neighborhood, Selling
Altadena This week the median list price for a single family home in Altadena, CA 91001 is $1,295,000 Market action index hovering around 81, which is an increase over last month’s market action index of 76. Inventory has increased to 31. Home sales continue to outstrip supply and the Market Action Index has been moving higher for several weeks. This is a Seller’s market so watch for upward pricing pressure in the near future if the trend continues. Pasadena This week the median list price for a single family home in Pasadena, CA is $1,901,444. The market action index (MAI) is hovering around 67, which is an increase over last month’s market action index of 63. Inventory has increased to 80. The market has been strong for several consecutive weeks. Reflecting these inventory conditions, with the MAI in the Seller’s zone, it is not surprising that prices have recently resumed their...
by Kathy Gibson | Mar 8, 2022 | Buying, Market, Neighborhood, Selling, Uncategorized
Altadena This week the median list price for Altadena, CA 91001 is $1,250,000. Market Action Index is hovering around 78, which is an increase over last month’s market action index of 76. Inventory has increased to 25. Home sales continue to outstrip supply and the Market Action Index has been moving higher for several weeks. This is a Seller’s market so watch for upward pricing pressure in the near future if the trend continues. Pasadena This week the median list price for Pasadena, CA is $1,650,000. The Market Action Index is hovering around 63. This is less than last month’s market action index of 64. Home sales continue to outstrip supply and the Market Action Index has been moving higher for several weeks. This is a Seller’s market so watch for upward pricing pressure in the near future if the trend continues. Inventory has increased to...
by Kathy Gibson | Jan 25, 2021 | Buying, Market, Neighborhood, Selling, Uncategorized
Los Angeles Quarterly Market Insights Report (Micro): Q4 2020It is our pleasure to bring you the Compass 2020 Q4 Real Estate Market Report. As 2020 ended Los Angeles experienced strong home sales with prices trending upwards. Despite another regional stay-at-home order in early December, buyers remained active making above-asking price offers for move-in ready properties. Inventory constraints continued as sellers reluctant to list their homes due to COVID remained on the sidelines.Home sales in the desirable Coastal Communities increased 33 percent in the fourth quarter compared to last year. Overall year-over-year home prices rose 17 percent to $2,447,879. Well-heeled buyers chose single-family homes in Malibu to both stay at home and work from home. As a result, Malibu home prices increased 53 percent year-over-year to $4.6 million.The Hills, with an average fourth-quarter home price of $4 million, experienced a 17 percent home price decline compared to last year. Bel Air and Holmby Hills saw single-family home prices fall 44 percent offering rarely seen buying opportunities.West San Fernando Valley benefitted from the urban to suburban flight of millennials with families. Home sales increased 32 percent over last year’s fourth quarter. A 13 percent price increase in West San Fernando Valley brought the average home price to $1.3 million. In Woodland Hills, buyers moved fast reducing days on market by 56 percent. East San Fernando Valley followed suit with a 27 percent increase in fourth quarter home sales. Studio City’s eager buyers pushed home sales up 47 percent year-over-year. Northeast Los Angeles, noted for relative affordability, saw home prices rise 29 percent to $824,429. Moving into 2021, look to more sellers...