Here is a little piece of history of the Dodge House a unique building that once existed, in West Hollywood, California. The Dodge House was a magnificent house that was built in the “Early Modern” style. This unique home was built in 1914 and designed by Irving Gill. The Dodge House was owned by Walter Luther Dodge, the maker of a patent medicine called “Tiz”, a treatment for tired tootsies. This amazing house had 16 rooms and incorporated many technological innovations. It was even featured in “House Beautiful.” Unfortunately, the Dodge House was demolished in 1970. All efforts to preserve this unique home failed. Today in its place apartments stand tall! This event sparked the formation of the preservation movement in Los Angeles. For more information regarding the Dodge House pleas... 12/21/2010

So you need an evening out, why not spend it at the Troubadour in West Hollywood, California. The Troubadour opened its doors in 1957. Performances by The Byrds, Bob Dylan, Elton John and many others have made this really cool venue rich in musical history! NBC awarded the Troubadour “Best Venue in Los Angeles”! There are some great events happening at the Troubadour for your entertainment. For more information regarding the Troubadour please visit the link below: http://www.troubadour.com/events/ What a fun way to spend the evening! CHEERS 12/08/2010

I always feel like I need to start out with an apology when it's been a while since I have last posted a blog entry. It seems like once you pass Halloween, holiday season madness is in full swing. For me, November and December are always extremely hectic. There are so many loose ends to tie up both professionally and personally that it can leave very little free time for anything else. Typically, once we hit December 15th, things tend to get quiet usually until the second week of January. As agents, most of us are so passionate and addicted to what we do that it is very rare for us to take much down time. This makes the holiday season the perfect opportunity to take an actual vacation. Because I am such a workaholic, I find that even after a few days of not working, I am back on my lapt... 12/07/2010

West Hollywood - Market Report for November 2010: () October's figures for comparison Number of Units Sold: 20 (23) Average Days on the Market: 83 (77) Median Price: $482,000 ($440,000) Average List Price: $499,500 ($486,000) Average Selling Price: $475,000 ($466,000) Lowest Price Condo Sold: $249,500 ($220,000) Highest Price Condo Sold: $800,000 ($990,000) Total Sold in Dollars: $9,494,000 ($10,700,000) Stewart Penn - Realtor for homes, condos & lofts in Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hollywood Hiils, the Sunset Strip and throughout the greater Los Angeles area. Now also selling Mid-Century Modern homes in Palm Springs. Information obtained from The MLS is deemed accurate but not guaranteed. 12/07/2010

  Day (175,176,177,178)What is a Relationship? And how does that relate to real estate?The two go hand in hand. Owning a home is very much like being in a relationship. You must nurture it, comfort it, and respect it. All three elements must exist for it to be a healthy unity. From the time you first fall in love with the house, you adore it, you want to spend every waking minute with it. You clean it, and cook in it, and really feel lucky that you have found the right house. Then time goes by and you start to get busy with life, and forget to dust. Then more time goes by and you forget to water the plants in the front yard. Then more times goes by and other things begin to build on top of another. But then something happens, say you found this really awesome new painting that you know... 11/19/2010

  The Whiskey in 1970 There are many great nightclubs in Los Angeles, California. The Whiskey a Go-Go is no exception! The Sunset Strip Whiskey is located in West Hollywood, California. Its doors opened on January 16, 1964. It was founded by Elmer Valentine, Phil Tanzini, Shelly Davis and attorney Theodore Flier. This amazing venue played a very important role in many musical careers! Musical careers such as The Doors, Alice Cooper, The Byrds and many others! For more information regarding the Whiskey please visit the link below: http://www.whiskyagogo.com/site/ The Whiskey is a great place to spend the evening and walk on the wild side! CHEERS   11/18/2010

So you need an evening out, why not spend it at the Troubadour in West Hollywood, California. The Troubadour opened its doors in 1957. Performances by The Byrds, Bob Dylan, Elton John and many others have made this really cool venue rich in musical history! NBC awarded the Troubadour “Best Venue in Los Angeles”! There are some great events happening at the Troubadour for your entertainment. For more information regarding the Troubadour please visit the link below: http://www.troubadour.com/events/ What a fun way to spend the evening! CHEERS 11/18/2010

  Here is a little piece of history of the Dodge House a unique building that once existed, in West Hollywood, California. The Dodge House was a magnificent house that was built in the “Early Modern” style. This unique home was built in 1914 and designed by Irving Gill. The Dodge House was owned by Walter Luther Dodge, the maker of a patent medicine called “Tiz”, a treatment for tired tootsies. This amazing house had 16 rooms and incorporated many technological innovations. It was even featured in “House Beautiful.” Unfortunately, the Dodge House was demolished in 1970. All efforts to preserve this unique home failed. Today in its place apartments stand tall! This event sparked the formation of the preservation movement in Los Angeles. For more information regarding the Dodge House ple... 11/12/2010

Since May 2008 I've been blogging about the Hancock Lofts at 901 Hancock Avenue in West Hollywood. This condo development came onto the market at grossly inflated prices, and a year later (in May 2009) the List Prices were still way above the going market rate per square foot. The marketing of these condos was also strange. The units weren't listed on The MLS and although I repeatedly left messages for the on-site sales representative trying to obtain information for a prospective buyer, I never had the courtesy of a return call. I did receive a single random email saying the prices were being reduced. I responded, stating that I believed the prices were still at least 25% above market .... but I never heard back from the sale representative. Now, in November 2010, the owners (CIM Group... 11/08/2010

West Hollywood Condo Update -  November 6, 2010 According to The CLAW MLS, 12 Condos have been listed in West Hollywood area for November 2010 so far: 1033 N Carol Drive #10 - $1,100,000 - 2-Bed 3-Bath (1635 sq ft); 960 N Doheny Drive #301 - $895,000 - 2-Bath 2.5-Bath (1463 sq ft); 817 N Alfred Street #302 - $729,000 - 2-Bed 2.5-Bath (1722 sq ft); 8703 West Knoll Drive #201 - $699,000 - 1-Bed 2-Bath (1757 sq ft); 817 N Alfred Street #303 - $639,000 - 2-Bed 2-Bath (1443 sq ft); 1353 Fuller Avenue #PH10 - $559,000 - 1-Bed 2-Bath (1108 sq ft); 141 S Clark Drive #203 - $520,000 - 2-Bed 2-Bath (920 sq ft); 1250 N Kings Rd #404 - $469,000 - 2-Bed 2-Bath (1121 sq ft); 1275 N Harper Ave #7 - $449,000 -  2-Bed 2-Bath (1040 sq ft) 1045 N Kings Rd #102 - $369,000 - 2-Bed 2-Bath (1269 sq ft); 1010 ... 11/06/2010

Thank you Stewart.  I would never have gone without the parking place. My favorite is the last one.   11/02/2010

In March of this year I blogged about West Hollywood's new website, and how impressed I was that "The Creative City" finally had a website to match its name. Apparently I wasn't the only to take note and be impressed by the city's new website. "The City of West Hollywood was recently honored with the Web Marketing Association’s WebAward for Outstanding Achievement in Web Development as the Best Government Website." Now in its 14th year, the WebAwards are recognized internationally as one of the premier industry-based website awards. “The City is thrilled to be recognized for its creative efforts at expanding communication to the public,” said Mayor John Heilman. The City of West Hollywood’s website, launched in March of 2010, was designed by Vision Internet.  10/29/2010

Pay It Forward - AidsWalk Los Angeles raises $2.8 Million and counting.... AidsWalk Los Angeles is being held today! It is such an outstanding fundraising event that focuses on raises much needed funds and awareness for an awful disease that touches EVERYONE's life is some, way, shape, or form. The Walk begins at 10AM and ends at the same location -  West Hollywood Park - 647 N. San Vicente Blvd. in West Hollywood. It is a 10K walk (about 6.2 miles) There will be many clebrities attending some of the events, including Drew Carrey. I've donated funds, and if you're in a position to give, you can too. The main website can be found here:  http://www.aidswalk.net/losangeles/ Also there are MANY groups who have fundraising teams that may hold a special place in your heart that you may want t... 10/17/2010

Hamburger Mary's West Hollywood (8288 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069) Last week some friends and I went to Hamburger Mary's in West Hollywood .... One of my friends ordered this outrageously decadent burger, filled with two beef patties wedged between three grilled cheese sandwiches. I thought they should have served this burger with a few complimentary Lipitor. 10/10/2010

West Hollywood Condos - Market Report for September 2010: Number of Units Sold: 18 Units  Average Days on the Market: 71 days Median Price: $485,000 Average List Price: $708,000 Average Selling Price: $687,000 Lowest Price Condo Sold: $270,000 (789 sq ft one-bed condo) Highest Price Condo Sold: $3,875,000 (4088 sq ft 3-bed condo) Total Sold in Dollars: $12,400,000     Stewart Penn - Realtor for homes, condos & lofts in Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hollywood Hiils, the Sunset Strip and throughout the greater Los Angeles area. Information obtained from The MLS is deemed accurate but not guaranteed. 10/06/2010

UPDATE 9/23/2010: 2-Bed Condos For Sale in West Hollywood Number of 2-Bed Condos For Sale: 114 units Lowest Priced 2-Bed Condo: $329,000 (766 sq ft) HOA Dues: $218 per month Highest Priced 2-Bed Condo: $1,699,000 (2246 sq ft) HOA Dues: $1626 per month Smallest 2-Bed Condo Available:  766 sq ft - $329,900 Biggest 2-Bed Condo Available:  2838 sq ft - $1,695,000 For current listings of all 2 Bed Condos For Sale in West Hollywood, please don't hesitate to call me: Stewart Penn - Penn Properties - (310) 844-6515 Information obtained from The MLS deemed correct, but is not guaranteed. 09/23/2010

How did the term "Real Estate Market" evolve? This is a history lesson on the evolvement of a new term. When my parents bought their home, there did not exist a term called ‘Real Estate Market'. This was not that long ago, in the mid 1970's. People bought homes to live in them period.  The more Affluent people bought homes to live in them as well and in addition bought vacation homes to own instead of renting them. Then fast forward to around March of 2000 after the Tech Stock Bubble burst, people were hesitant of putting their money in the Stock Market. Real Estate was such a good and safe place to be put their money. People started not buy homes to live in them, rather to make a profit.   Around the end of 1999 many people had started making a shift from moving their money from the St... 09/14/2010

848-850 N Kings Rd, West Hollywood, CA 90069 Kings Plaza Mid-Century building with one of the best courtyard pools in West Hollywood. Ideal location - walk to restaurants and stores on Melrose Avenue. Year Built: 1965 No. of Units: 75 Unit Sizes: 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom units Record Sale Price: $785,000 (7/20/2006) Stewart Penn - Realtor for condos, lofts & single family homes in Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Bel Air, Santa Monica, Malibu, Brentwood, Century City, Westwood, Beverly Center, Miracle Mile, West Hollywood, Sunset Strip, Hollywood Hills, Hancock Park, Sherman Oaks, Studio City and throughout the greater Los Angeles area. For further information, please contact: Stewart Penn - Realtor/Broker - "Condo Specialist" 09/12/2010

851 N Kings Rd, West Hollywood, CA 90069 Kings West Prime West Hollywood location neighboring Schindler House. Walk to restaurants and stores on Melrose Avenue. Year Built: 1981 No. of Units: 35 Unit Sizes: 2 & 3 Bedroom units Record Sale Price: $865,000 (1/21/2007) Stewart Penn - Realtor for condos, lofts & single family homes in Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Bel Air, Santa Monica, Malibu, Brentwood, Century City, Westwood, Beverly Center, Miracle Mile, West Hollywood, Sunset Strip, Hollywood Hills, Hancock Park, Sherman Oaks, Studio City and throughout the greater Los Angeles area. For further information, please contact: Stewart Penn - Realtor/Broker - "Condo Specialist" 09/12/2010

825 N Kings Rd, West Hollywood, CA 90069 Habitat 825 Prestigious newer building designed by award winning architect Lorcan O'Herlihy Prime West Hollywood location neighboring Schindler House. Walk to restaurants and stores on Melrose Avenue. Year Built: 2007 No. of Units: 19 Unit Sizes: 2 & 3 Bedroom units Record Sale Price: $1,225,000 (12/4/2007) Stewart Penn - Realtor for condos, lofts & single family homes in Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Bel Air, Santa Monica, Malibu, Brentwood, Century City, Westwood, Beverly Center, Miracle Mile, West Hollywood, Sunset Strip, Hollywood Hills, Hancock Park, Sherman Oaks, Studio City and throughout the greater Los Angeles area. For further information, please contact: Stewart Penn - Realtor/Broker - "Condo Specialist" 09/12/2010