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I am very excited to present my newest listing! Live the good life in a restored Craftsman in the heart of Pasadena’s coveted Bungalow Heaven. This 1914 “Airplane Bungalow” has all of today’s amenities including a luscious backyard with a modern pool & spa that will be the envy of all your neighbors and friends. A sitting porch welcomes you into a living room with period details including decorative fireplace and built-ins along with a spacious dining room.   A light-filled kitchen has marble countertops, great storage, bar seating and newer appliances.   There are two bedrooms on the first floor along with two bathrooms (one en-suite for the master). Upstairs is a 3rd bedroom with balconies featuring mountain views. The backyard is an incredible oasis with a sparkling new pool, fire pit area, & tons of space for outdoor dining and play.   A detached garage offers more storage or possibly a detached office or studio. Close to Old Pasadena, h...

If you are an unrepresented buyer and you’d like to see any of the homes on our blog, call ACME at 323-474‑6977 or SEND US AN EMAIL at hello@acme-re.com This jaw-dropping stunner boasts a mix of contemporary and farmhouse modern design, with drought tolerant landscaping and an impeccable Los Feliz location! The floor plan features a wide open layout, perfect for entertaining and enjoying the best of modern living. White oak floors extend throughout with fresh white walls, warm sunlight, and recessed lighting, creating a bright and refreshing vibe. The living room features a sleek and minimalist modern fireplace and a wall of floor-to-ceiling windows with serene views of the backyard! It’s the wine room you never knew you needed until you saw it. This glass and rustic beauty welcomes you home, serving almost as a piece of art with a wall rack of wine bottles on display to choose from when you host dinner parties! The dining room is perfect for large gatherings. From casual to...

The Skid Row Neighborhood Council Subdivision Election will determine whether Skid Row should have its own neighborhood council separate from the rest of Downtown LA. The election is open to all stakeholders within the existing boundaries of the Downtown Los Angeles Neighborhood Council and the Historic Cultural Neighborhood Council (which encompasses the Arts District and Chinatown ). A “stakeholder” is defined as any individual who lives, works or owns real property in the neighborhood, and also those participate in a community organization such as educational, nonprofit and religious organizations.The proposed boundaries of the Skid Row Neighborhood Council run from Main Street East to Alameda Street, and from 7th Street North to 3rd Street. This area includes several recently renovated loft buildings and new market-rate apartment buildings on the East side Main Street. A map of the proposed boundaries can be seen here . The easiest way for a stakeholder to vote in this election ...

It is now official that the United States has turned into a renter’s paradise.  Think that is hyperbole?  Fifty-two of the 100 largest cities in the U.S. are now majority renter in terms of household composition.  And there is no clear pattern here.  You have places with incredibly affordable housing like Detroit tipping over into […] from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8230371 http://ift.tt/2ntVZFp via IFTTT

If you are an unrepresented buyer and you’d like to see any of the homes on our blog, call ACME at 323-474‑6977 or SEND US AN EMAIL at hello@acme-re.com This stunning mid-century home rests among a lush wonderland of green landscaping and serene nature. Meticulously maintained, this home is a true beauty! The foyer welcomes you in to your choice of living room or family room, separated by a classic white brick mid-century fireplace. Vaulted white beam ceilings keep the home feeling open and fresh. Hardwood floors extend throughout the home, while the family room features cozy carpet for lounging. Built-ins and white panel walls add character to the space and the sliding door to the back patio promotes an open air indoor/outdoor lifestyle! The dining room features consistent character with the rest of the home, presented in a sophisticated layout for entertaining. Casual brunches and formal dinner parties alike are sure to lend for joyful memories in this space...

The 1909 Craftsman features hardwood floors and plenty of indoor-outdoor space I have the privilege of listing a beautiful Silver Lake Craftsman home with an incredibly generous backstory. This article: Silver Lake Craftsman House-Sale Proceeds Will Be Gifted To Charity, is taking a look at Ms. Betty L Hall of Silver Lake, CA who is gifting the sale proceeds of her Silver Lake Craftsman house, that’s about to hit the market for sale, to charity. The property is expected to fetch well above the $1,049,000 asking price – how do you like them apples? Betty graduated from UCLA with a BS in Microbiology. She then went on to a long and successful career with the Los Angeles Department of Health . She was an accomplished scientist and cherished her role in public health. Professional success aside, Betty’s other passions were travel, the outdoors and the arts. Betty was an avid traveler and over her lifetime logged thousands of miles to far away locations including trips to Europe...