Matt Sweeney's (mbs2004) Blog

Just to get a little crazy and shake things up a bit, I am dedicating all the Hot Props this week to single family homes aka non-condos! Those of you who are long term Angelenos and are even somewhat familiar with the market know that it is pretty hard to find a decent detached home for under $70...

For those of you who are regular readers of my blog, you are well aware of my obsession with the part of West Hollywood that surrounds Urth Cafe on Melrose. Not only is it wonderfully walkable in the best section of WeHo, but the streets themselves provide a charming oasis in the midst of  the ci...

 Today we are revisiting a building on Kings Rd that I  think is quite nice and was featured in a previous Hot Prop blog entry. Just to reiterate, what I love aboutthis building is that it is set amidst a gated park like setting with a large pool and ample greenery within walking distance to ever...

According to a report from Bankrate.com as mentioned on CNN, interest rates are now the lowest they have been in 52 years! As I type this, the average 30 year fixed rate mortgage is now at 5.19%. It's last previous low was 5.28% in January 2009 and prior to that was June 2003. The last time inter...

One activity that I really enjoy is going to vintage shops on Melrose to see what kind of great buys are out there. I have always loved great clothing, but don't typically want to shell out the major bucks to buy it. I discovered It's A Wrap about two years ago and think it's one of LA's hidden g...

Each week I am always on the hunt for a house that is not only priced decently, but also has that certain something special. Today's hot prop is located on a quiet-ish tree lined street in walking distance to the funky boutique section of Melrose. Once you walk through the large wooden gate surro...

Today I had the chance to preview the new seven unit building that has just completed construction on West Knoll. You know my obsession with walk-ability and location, so let me start with that. The development is located smack dab in between Sunset and Santa Monica Blvd. If your gay you go to th...

f you are out and about today in West Hollywood, come check out my open house at The Habitat. I blogged about this building back in February as a Hot Prop of the Day. The Habitat is just steps from the Sunset Strip, but feels miles away. Built concurrently with an adjacent "zen" inspired park, th...

Deasy Penner represents some of the most unique, architecturally significant developments in town. The new Expo project in no exception. Located within walking distance to all the shops and restaurants on Sawtelle, these loft-style condos are a great option for someone who prefersto stay on the W...

No, the name is not some sort of euphemism for something dirty or the next big release from Vivid Entertainment in Chatsworth. My friend, Chris Maddox, specializes in aquarium care, set up, and take down. He can even help you pick out the fish and design a complete aquatic landscape concept. Ever...