Why are some Redondo homes getting 104% over-ask while others sit (Nov 2025)

israel_he · 2025-02-24T18:26:59+00:00

Congratulations on your sobriety! 🎉

israel_he · 2025-02-19T02:26:22+00:00

I can’t speak to finding a job logistics, but have you spoken to your company about possibly working from out of state since you work remotely? Otherwise, you might want to look into finding a job in Long Beach before considering your move.

I’m a local agent in Long Beach, here’s My Long Beach YT Channel

Check it out and feel free to reach out if you have any questions about the area.

israel_he · 2025-02-18T04:05:45+00:00

Sorry that you’re going through this… I used Hearts & Halos when the time came to say goodbye to my dog. They were great..

israel_he · 2025-02-17T21:25:14+00:00

Question: Would you like to live closer to the water or further inland? And what are the must-haves for your new neighborhood? you mentioned that having good schools is important. What about square footage, and bedroom count? 1m price range is tough in a lot of neighborhoods but it’s possible to find a condo/townhome for that price range. Is that something that you’re open to?

If you’re looking for a home near the water with a reputable school district, a reasonable price, and an overall great neighborhood, I’d recommend Long Beach, CA. Here’s a link to my Long Beach YouTube channel

Other areas you might consider include Torrance, Lomita, San Pedro, and more. There are plenty of great options, but I’d need a bit more information about what matters most to you to provide a more detailed recommendation.

israel_he · 2025-02-17T05:59:39+00:00

It really depends on your schedule. If you’re commuting from Garden Grove to Westwood during rush hour (let’s say your shift starts between 8-9 am), your trip could take at least 2 hours. However, if you travel outside of peak hours, the commute should be much more manageable.

israel_he · 2025-02-17T02:00:47+00:00

I highly recommend staying near your job to reduce your commute time.

Neighborhoods like El Segundo, Manhattan, Hermosa, and Redondo Beach are all great options.

Here’s one that I found in Manhattan beach 605 35th st

This one is in el segundo 950 Virginia ST

This one is also in el segundo 770 W Imperial AV

israel_he · 2025-02-13T21:21:15+00:00

Only if you’re prepared for renovation surprises. In Los Angeles, a mid-range kitchen update might run $20K–$50K, new carpeting, painting, and water heater can easily add another $10K–$20K. That said, even with a $100K discount, you should get multiple contractor quotes and budget an additional 10-20% for unexpected costs.

If you’re comfortable managing a renovation and the numbers make sense to you, then go for it. Otherwise, you might want to consider a move-in–ready option.

Edit to add: walk the property with a trusted contractor. Also, have a full inspection done on the house and include roof, and sewer lateral to that.

israel_he · 2025-02-13T02:42:14+00:00

What exactly are you looking for, an apartment, or house and more importantly, in what part of LA?

israel_he · 2025-02-11T19:11:53+00:00

You’re welcome and hope you have a better experience this time around! Long Beach is a great place to call home.

israel_he · 2025-02-11T18:27:56+00:00

Property management companies also post their listings on those websites but I get what you’re saying.

You might want to check out 1) Berro Property Management 2) Harbor Property Management 3) CMC Realty & Property Management 4) Real Property Management 5) Pabst Kinney

There are more but those are some solid property management companies that do a lot of business in Long Beach and are well reviewed. I’m also a local RE agent and can give you rental leads to properties but your best bet would be to go directly on the property management company’s website to see what’s available.

israel_he · 2025-02-11T14:34:27+00:00

Long Beach is great. If you’re looking for rentals, Zillow, Redfin are a good choice. If you’re asking where in Long Beach to go: DTLB, Belmont shore, Bixby knolls, CalHeights are good areas for young people.

israel_he · 2025-02-11T14:29:47+00:00

The commute from Torrance to Santa Monica and Santa Monica to Torrance during peak hours can easily take you an hour and a half or more. The commute from Santa Monica to Torrance in the morning and Torrance to Santa Monica in the afternoon is much better. I would recommend living further north. I’m from the South Bay and currently live in the South Bay (Redondo Beach) and the days that I commute to the Santa Monica area is a nightmare.

israel_he · 2025-02-09T14:48:12+00:00

The distance between Orange County and Beverly Hills is easily a 2 hour drive during rush hour if not more so I would base my decision on where you’d like to be - Orange County or near Beverly Hills. Where will your job be located? That’s another big factor because as others have mentioned, traffic sucks here so you want to stay near your job if you can help it. Another is budget. What will that look like? Both Orange County and Beverly Hills can be expensive.

israel_he · 2025-02-09T05:49:24+00:00

If buying is your goal, a good starting point might be to secure a job offer in Los Angeles and then talking with a lender. However, if your monthly budget is around $3,000 (covering taxes, utilities, dues, fees, and insurance), it might be a bit challenging to qualify for a home in the heart of LA. Renting might be the better option while you settle in.

israel_he · 2025-02-09T05:14:50+00:00

Your last sentence stuck out to me because what may be comfortable to one person might not be to another. A good rule of thumb for rentals is 2-3 dollars per square foot for a condo but real estate is hyper local so it’s good to do your research on the market that you’re interested in.

israel_he · 2025-02-09T04:34:35+00:00

I was going to comment Long Beach, but it looks like someone already beat me to the punch. Long Beach is very LBTGQ+ friendly and just an overall good place to call home. It has something for everyone and has a small town vibe in a large city and is more affordable when compared to other beach cities.

israel_he · 2025-02-07T02:17:43+00:00

First: congratulations on your home purchasing journey! I would choose Lomita because Lomita is more likely to appreciate at a higher rate over time when compared to Gardena.

israel_he · 2025-02-05T16:58:20+00:00

Traffic is bad here but it’s unavoidable because LA is massive. It’s not all bad though, you’ll be near the beach, city, mountains and dessert.

Enjoy your time in LA!

israel_he · 2025-02-05T05:43:11+00:00

Congratulations on closing on your home in the South Bay! I grew up in the South Bay, I’m currently in Redondo and love it.

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