Home of the Week: Escape to Rustic Canyon

There are cabins in the woods. And then there’s this utterly romantic creekside retreat hidden among the trees at 689 Brooktree Road. Set in the heart of Rustic Canyon, it’s moments from urban Santa Monica but a world away, lushly wooded with coast live oaks, California sycamores, Eucalyptus and ornamental trees. This canyon is known for its unique geography, one that creates a significantly cooler...

Home of the Week: Richly detailed Spanish estate in South Pasadena

Built in 1934, this warm and sumptuous residence at 250 Hillside Road has been sensitively updated and enhanced to preserve its historic style and wealth of original details. At the end of a sweeping brick drive, a gated courtyard with fountain awaits. A tile-framed wrought iron entry door opens to a regal living room with 20-foot beamed wood ceilings, custom iron chandeliers, and a jewel-like...

Home of the Week: View-swept Sausalito townhome

An exhilarating panorama of the ever-changing San Francisco Bay defines this spacious and luxurious modern townhome at 331 Sausalito Boulevard. The drama begins in the expansive living/dining space, where soaring ceilings and picture windows frame breathtaking views over Old Town Sausalito and across the Bay from Angel Island to the East Bay. This light, refined setting is enhanced by new wider-plank white oak floors, designer...

How did the spur of IPOs impact Bay Area housing markets?

Executive Summary: Higher-end sales (above $3 million) surged in the second quarter to last year’s historical peaks. Home prices remained flat in the second quarter, except in San Francisco and San Mateo. For-sale inventory growth slowed considerably, especially in San Francisco. Inventory remains at 50 percent of the last housing boom.Tax reform is likely putting a damper on the market by dragging down sales priced...

Los Angeles Quarterly Market Insights Report (Micro): Q2 2019

We are excited to announce the release of the Compass Q2 2019 Los Angeles Quarterly Market Insights Report (Micro). This report highlights the prevailing trends shaping the market for each neighborhood. The report is now live and ready to share with your clients and sphere. Click here to view the full write-up. Download the full report here. Buyers remained reluctant in the second quarter despite...

Home of the Week: View-wrapped Mill Valley domain

Moments from both the city and Muir Woods at 916 Valley View Lane, this expansively welcoming home has been polished to enhance its warmly elegant appeal. The sweeping indoor/outdoor flow is highlighted by windows that frame the panoramic vistas of the hills and city at every turn. This is a setting made for everything from private family time to large gatherings. Beyond a grand and...

Community Giving Fund Summer Casino Night benefits 12 charities

Steps from the sand at Malibu’s famous Broad Beach, Compass agents, staff, family and friends joined to party for a purpose at the Community Giving Fund’s annual Summer Casino Night on July 13th. The Community Giving Fund, in partnership with Compass Cares, has raised more than $100,000 year-to-date, impacting 15 charities in total this year. In addition to three children’s charities awarded special grants in...

Home of the Week: Mid-Century Post & Beam in Studio City

A Mid-Century hideaway with sweeping views of Coldwater Canyon and the Santa Monica Mountains, designed by Chapman & McCorkell, has been listed at 3605 Alta Mesa Drive, Studio City. Walled and gated for privacy and security, the split-level residence beautifully blends 1960’s post and beam architectural elements with modern conveniences such as surround sound for watching movies and TV and a Lutron lighting system that connects...

Home of the Week: Open concept in the Outpost Estates

This chic Outpost Estate villa, 2165 Castilian Drive, is a hybrid of old California and 2019 open concept living, featuring panoramic views of the city, ocean, and Santa Monica Mountains. Meticulously remodeled with the utmost design and detail, this sophisticated home has great volume and scale throughout thanks to soaring beamed ceilings. Highlights include a step-down living room with head-on city views, a chef’s kitchen...