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Not even a week ago, we were riding our bicycles in the Wood Streets neighborhood, enjoying the long-awaited 90 degree weather, surrounded by blooming iris, daffodils and lilies. Yet today, we had a “sun shower,” something that Tara and I enjoyed as children in Pennsylvania, but rarely experience in California. The sun was as bright as you could imagine,…
While riding our bikes in the Wood Streets this morning, we came across these beautiful Irises on Highland Place and wanted to share them with you. Proof positive that Spring has Sprung in Southern California! Such beauty and serenity makes us realize just how fortunate we are to live in the Wood Streets! My Chihuahua mix rescue,…
[ SOLD for $171,000 ] Charming “Wood Streets” California Bungalow built in 1919 with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. The hallway linen closet was modified into a stairway which now leads to two additional rooms in the attic (perfect for playroom, storage, additional bedrooms, or workout space). The square footage is approximately 1100, not including the upstairs rooms. This…
[ SOLD for $274,500 ] Two on a lot! This Wood Streets home, and guest apartment, were built in 1938 by the current owner’s grandfather! This home has been in the same family for SEVENTY-THREE (73) years! One of the nicest cul-de-sac streets in the historic Wood Streets neighborhood, with long-time residents, beautiful neighboring homes, and a…
[ SOLD for $210,000 ] “Wood Streets” mid-century home in very good and original condition; mostly original with the exception of a lovely master bedroom suite which was added (and permitted) 22 years ago! Approximately 1400 sq ft, this well-maintained home has been in the same family for 56 years. Home was built in 1951 and current owner purchased it…
Tonight (Saturday, March 26, 2011) for one full hour at 8:30 p.m. lights will switch off around the globe for Earth Hour. In 2010, over 128 countries participated and people from all walks of life turned off their lights. The goal is to reflect beyond the hour and think about what you can change in your…
Nowadays, the world is all about ‘going green’ in our actions by recycling, using less water, etc. With a million messages coming at us from all areas (news, politics, fashion, and even technology), it’s easy to get caught up in the big picture without realizing how your actions stack up. The truth is, that everything…
Now in its 19th year, the Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center’s “Walk With The Animals” will take place at Fairmount Park near the band shell area from 8:00 a.m. to noon. The event is free and open to the public. Walk participants are encouraged to collect pledges to sponsor their effort. There are categories for…
It’s that time again! Time to set your clocks ahead one hour at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 13, 2011 (before you go to sleep Saturday night). This is usually the time of year most people change the batteries in their smoke detectors. It may be a good idea to buy a carbon monoxide detector…
[ SOLD for $235,000 ] This historical California Bungalow was built in 1917 and has been in the same family for over 50 years! A ‘standard’ sale, this 3 bedroom (plus upstairs bonus room), 2 bathroom home has been well-maintained all these years, and is “clean as a whistle”. From the classic curb appeal with large front…
[ SOLD for $200,000 ] Well-maintained ranch-style pool home in the Wood Streets neighborhood on a corner lot, with an attached 2-car garage, bonus room, 3 bedrooms, 1.75 bathrooms, hardwood floors, central air/heat, indoor laundry, and a covered patio overlooking the inground pool, perfect for entertaining. This home is a short sale (pre-foreclosure).
If you’ve been sitting on the fence trying to decide whether to buy a house or refinance a mortgage, you should act soon. New loans are starting to get costlier. The mortgage market is facing pressures from new laws and regulations, still-declining home prices and the ongoing need for government-owned mortgage players to shore up…
