2 Houses on a Lot in Prime West Hollywood

I showed this property to a buyer the other day, who unfortunately is passing on it, but I certainly was impressed.  It is a legal duplex, but has two separate homes with two separate addresses in an absolute A+ location.  From here you can walk to Urth Cafe, trendy shopping and restaurants on Melrose, Beverly, & Robertson.  On top of it being two houses, the styles from the outside couldn't be more of a contrast; one is a modern architectural built from the ground up in 2006, while the other is a small loft like bungalow remodeled in 2006.  The modern "main house" contains two bedrooms and two and a half baths with a wide open floorplan and walls of glass leading out to a lush and private garden enclosed to the outside world by hedges.  The fire pit, seating areas, and the hot tub make the outside a nice retreat from city life while being in the heart of it.  The other property has it's own yard and is a loft like one bedroom home with polished concrete flooring.  Not many places can you find two houses on a lot, especially not ones of such contrast as these two, in this dynamic and highly desirable location.

This property could also be a great investment property, as it currently leases for very high amounts.  Many options on this one...

739 Westmount Dr

$1,950,000
3 Bed
3.5 Bath
2,315 Sq. Ft

6,746 Sq. Ft Lot

Listing by Rita Benelian - Keller Williams Realty Hollywood Hills

If you would like to see this very unique property in person, please feel free to contact us anytime @310.600.9172 or email eric@smilayproperties.com.  

Leases on Leases on Leases - Every Price Point

I currently have a multitude of lease properties available at various price points around the eastside of Los Angeles.  Some are in buildings I manage for client's, all of which are of great quality with fantastic Owner's for Landlords.  

I have the following available:

2047 E Live Oak Dr in Los Feliz (Open Sunday 1-4pm)

$6,500/mo (Also for sale for $1,450,000 )

3 beds | 2 baths

You can see a detailed tour at 2047eastliveoak.com

2609 Glen Green St in Hollywood Hills

$4,500/mo (Just Listed)

3 beds | 3 baths + bonus room

Can see more pics here

1313 1/2 N Edison Blvd in Burbank

$1,995/mo 

2 beds | 1 bath w/ a private 2 car garage (very rare for an apt in LA). Totally remodeled.

Large Studio on Famed Beachwood Canyon in Hollywood Hills

$1,275/mo

0 bed | 1 bath

If you would like to see any of these great properties, please feel free to contact us anytime @ 310.600.9172 or email eric@smilayproperties.com.

Mar Vista Architectural Open Tuesday 11-2pm

Come out tomorrow from 11-2pm and see this new listing of mine in a great Mar Vista location just minutes to the ocean, Abbot Kinney, and close to the airport.  Cool architectural home built by the Owner for himself, so is of the highest quality.    

Mid-Century in the Oaks Reduced & Open Sun 1-4pm

It is amazing that this sweet mid-century view house is even still available, but somehow it is.  If you have seen it before, come see it again, as it has now been freshly painted and some new landscaping added and shows WAY better.  On top of those improvements, the price has just been reduced $45,000 to $1,450,000.  It is also still available for lease as well at $6,500/mo.   

It is a great house in an A+ location!   

Come by and see it this Sunday from 1-4pm. 

 You can see more pictures of this fine property at 2047eastliveoak.com

Listing by Eric Smilay for Smilay Properties

Mar Vista Modern Architectural Listing

Lying in a great Venice adjacent neighborhood, just min to Abbot Kinney and the ocean is this stunning modern architectural. Another project by Josh Begin Construction Design+Build with amazing attention to detail. Nothing but the highest level of finishes throughout; including: Brazilian teak wood flooring, teak veneer cabinetry in the chef's kitchen, spa like bathroom fixtures, & more. Soaring ceilings and ideal open floor plan with great views out to the Marina. Highest quality built modern design available in the area. For those that appreciate the combination of modern design and quality, this is the one! 

4 Beds / 4 Baths
3,200 sq. ft/ow
5,635 sq. ft lot

Offered at $2,175,000

You can see more pictures of this fine property at 3462moore.com

Listing by Eric Smilay for Smilay Properties

Pictures by Michael McNamara for Shooting LA

If you would like to see this fine property in person, please feel free to contact us anytime @310.600.9172 or email eric@smilayproperties.com. We would be happy to assist!

Studio City "Dona's" Pocket Listing

REDUCED Lease Price | Also for Sale in Los Feliz! Open Sun 2-5

New Marina Del Rey Loft Listing

Chic loft living in the heart of the hip Arts District of Marina Del Rey. Upon entry one is immediately struck by the soaring 17' ceilings throughout the downstairs area of the loft. Downstairs is an open floorplan with a sleek modern galley kitchen, tons of windows flooding the living room with natural light, a bathroom, and a fully enclosed bedroom area. There is also an additional "bedroom area" as well downstairs, currently used as an office. A cool industrial spiral staircase takes you to the second floor master bedroom area and modern bathroom. Large outdoor patio as well to compliment this stunning loft. Lying in a great westside area close to LAX and the beach, this is a great opportunity to own a hip loft in a prime location.

4115 Glencoe Ave #106

$836,000
2 Bed
2 Bath
1,610 Sq. Ft

 Listing by Eric Smilay for Smilay Properties

If you would like to see this cool loft in person, please feel free to contact us anytime @310.600.9172 or email eric@smilayproperties.com.  

My New Listing in Oaks of Los Feliz – Mid-Century w/ Views

Stylish mid-century modern in coveted “Oaks” area of Los Feliz with head on downtown city skyline views. Property was recently remodeled and is now stunning with clean white gallery like walls and walls of glass bringing the light and lush surroundings outside in. Home features refinished and new hardwood flooring, open loft like floor plan anchored by classic brick fireplace, and high ceilings. Cool original Youngstown kitchen with metal cabinets and stainless steel appliances. Very large master bedroom with fireplace and two walk in closets (one cedar lined). Large storage room and built in office area downstairs. The large front deck is great for entertaining and soaking up the view, while the backyard with spa and fire pit is great for relaxing. Professionally done lush landscaping completes this dynamic and tranquil property.

2047 E Live Oak, Los Feliz

$1,495,000 or For Lease at $7,500/mo
3 Bed
2 Bath
2,162 Sq. Ft
9,533 Lot Sq. Ft

Ridiculous Drool Worthy Modern Compound Above The Sunset Strip

Rarely does a property of this caliber come on the market, especially in this location. While one can certainly find a home with views, or a pool, and maybe some flat land; it is almost unheard of to have all three on over an acre lot just north of the world famous Sunset Strip. Designed by well known architect Hagy Belzberg behind the gates is this three structure compound. Described by the listing agent as, "To journey beyond the grand gates and soaring pepper tree hedge of this Hagy Belzberg-designed compound estate is to enter a secluded, resort-like sanctuary where three distinct structures – a Main Residence, Wellness Center and Guest House – summon you forward, beckoning you to journey through their space so they can unveil one surprise after another." Sounds inviting doesn't it? As you can imagine in a property of this level, all finishes are of the highest quality throughout. I have kept an eye on this property for the last couple years while driving up Sunset Plaza Dr, and it turned out better then I could have imagined. If you like modern architecture and can play at this level, then this may be the drop dead stunning house you have been waiting for! Remember, once this one goes, it will be almost impossible to duplicate.

1232 Sunset Plaza Dr, Hollywood Hills

$28,800,000 8 Bed 9 Bath 13,000 Sq. Ft/Other 47,916 Lot Sq. Ft

Listing & Photos courtesy of The Agency

If you would like to see this property in person, please feel free to contact us anytime @ 310.600.9172 or email smilayproperties@gmail.com. We would be happy to assist!

Moving On Up...

After 8 great years with the agency I started with in Real Estate, West Los Angeles Realty, I made the difficult decision of moving to a larger agency last week. It was a tough call, as the broker of my former company is more like family than a boss. On top of that, she taught me almost everything I know about being a real estate agent. I have not one bad thing to say about her or the company. I just felt it was time to move to a bigger office for a variety of reasons. After meeting with a couple of companies I liked from afar, I settled on Nourmand & Associates in the Beverly Hills office, and made the move. Nourmand is a great company, much like the situation I had before where the Broker/President is readily available for input, but on a larger scale. It has been around for 37 years, has 3 offices (Beverly Hills, Brentwood, and Hollywood), and is approaching 150 agents. There are some HUGE producers in the office, most notably Myra Nourmand, who currently has in the neighborhood of $60M plus in active listings! Don't know if I'll get to that level, but I am certainly going to give it my all both for myself and my new company. In the end this move should benefit my clients as much as myself, mostly in terms of marketing their properties for sale, as Nourmand has a plethora of resources to assist with "Marketing your property to the world." In the end as a seller that is what you need, to cast the widest net and create the most buzz to ensure that every potential buyer sees your property and it sells for the highest possible price. The world is getting smaller, and now I have the backing and resources available to put your property in front of any and everyone in any corner of the globe.

If you ever want to come down to Beverly Hills and see the new office and find out how the new company and I can be of assistance in helping you buy or sell in this highly competitve market, please feel free to contact us anytime 310.600.9172 or email smilayproperties@gmail.com. I would be happy to assist!

Fully Furnished Loft for Lease in Hollywood's Best Building - Broadway Lofts

THE premiere loft building at one of the most famous intersections in the world, Hollywood & Vine. Loft living at it's finest in this full service celebrity building in prime Hollywood. This chic fully furnished loft by noteworthy interior designer has soaring 12' ceilings, rich dark hardwood flooring, exposed ducting, and a designer bathroom. One of only a few units in the building that have a fire escape "balcony" off of loft as well. Building amenities include: sublime rooftop pool with 360 degree views, spa, gym, valet parking and 24-hour concierge service. Lobby & rooftop designed by famed designer Kelly Wearstler. Walk to the W, Katsuya is downstairs, and all that new Hollywood has to offer. Just imagine lounging with your friends on the roof high above Hollywood this Summer.

1645 Vine St #605, Hollywood

$4,250/mo Fully Furnished 1 Bed 1 Bath 1,000 Sq. Ft

Pictures by Eric Smilay for Smilay Properties

If you are in town for awhile and/or wanting to test out the new Hollywood area before buying, this is a great place to do it, as it is being leased out fully furnished. If you would like to see this designer loft, please feel free to contact us anytime @ 310.600.9172 or email smilayproperties@gmail.com.

Hip Modern Beachwood Canyon House For Lease

Originally a 1920 Spanish house that the owner has masterfully transformed into a hip modern architectural house in the highly desirable Beachwood Canyon area. Wide open loft like floor plan with 9' ceilings throughout most of the property. Property has great indoor/outdoor flow with several large windows opening up to the outside throughout the property for true California living. Nice wood flooring throughout, upgraded kitchen and designer baths. Huge master suite with sitting area and office area off of the room and balcony overlooking peaceful canyon views. Stunning master bath features top of the line finishes, such as Duravit, Axor by Phillipe Starck Hansgroghe fixturing and stunning Ann Sacks tiles. Also a roof top deck, & peaceful zen front sitting area. Remodeled very nicely with great deatails like, deconstructed ceiling and exposed concrete blocks, by contractor owner. Available July 1st.

2591 Glen Green, Hollywood Hills

$5,000/mo Unfurnished 3 Bed 3 Bath 2,010 Sq. Ft 3,247 Lot Sq. Ft

Listing & Photos by Eric Smilay for Smilay Properties

If you would like to see this property in person, please feel free to contact us anytime 310.600.9172 or email smilayproperties@gmail.com.

Unique Remodeled Property w/ Guest House & 2 Story Work Structure

Reduced $55,000! A unique fully remodeled property with a guest house. The main house is beautifully upgraded with soaring ceilings in every room and a multitude of skylights allowing natural light to flood the interior. Upgrades include a chef's kitchen with travertine slab countertops, newer cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances, plus modern bathrooms, nice well maintained carpeting and an open floor plan. The master bedroom has been enlarged and now containes a large sitting area to relax in. Going down the long driveway, there is a bonus unit perfect for a rental, guests, or family. It is one large open room with a full bathroom and kitchenette with eat in area. Between the two structures is a unique two story work shed with power and open beamed deconstructed ceilings. This could be used in a variety of ways to suit your needs; including, storage for a business, work space, or possibly family room/playroom. Convenient location and ready for move in with no work needed. If looking for a "done" home in this area, this is the one for you. Currently occupied by high quality Tenant's, who may be open to staying should you desire, or can be delivered vacant.

2532 S Genesee, Mid-City Los Angeles

$495,000 (Reduced $55,000 from $550,000) 3 Bed (currently configured as a 2 bed) + Guest House 2 1/4 Bath + 1 Bath in Guest House 1,520 Sq. Ft/Other 6,551 Lot Sq. Ft

Pictures & Listing by Eric Smilay for Smilay Properties

If you would like to see this property in person, please feel free to contact us anytime @ 310.600.9172 or email smilayproperties@gmail.com. We would be happy to assist!

LARGE UPGRADED LOFT LIKE 1 BED + OFFICE/BED W/ PRIVATE PARK LIKE BACKYARD & ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED FOR LEASE

Very hip updated apartment lying in highly coveted Beachwood Canyon is available July 1st for a new lucky Tenant. This particular apartment remodeled just a couple years ago, has hardwood flooring, a loft like open floor plan, fireplace, and marble kitchen with stainless steel appliances. The main feature though is an impossible to duplicate HUGE private backyard for this apartment's use only! On top of all that, ALL utilities are included in the rental price. If you like outdoor space, this one is not to be missed. Available July 1st.

2276 Beachwood Dr, Hollywood Hills

2,475/mo Unfurnished + All Utilities Included 2 Bed (2nd Bed is an office space that could be a bedroom) 1 Bath 1,200 Sq. Ft Approximately

Listing and Photos by Eric Smilay for Smilay Properties

If you would like to see this property in person, please feel free to contact us anytime 310.600.9172 or email smilayproperties@gmail.com.

New Lease Listing - Silver Lake

Lying in a great location high up in the hills in hip Silver Lake w/ explosive views of the mountains is this modern updated home. Enter into a large flex space (can be a bedroom or living room/media room) w/ large designer bath downstairs. Upstairs features bamboo wood flooring, open floor plan, and a gourmet kitchen w/ all newer stainless steel appliances & caeserstone countertops. 2 bedrooms and another modern bath upstairs as well. Tons of dual paned windows throughout frame the views from every room, as well as allow natural light to flood in throughout the property. Very private w/ large deck to relax and enjoy the views! Available May 1st.

2649 Adelbert Ave, Silver Lake

3,000/mo Unfurnished 3 Bed (3rd Bed is a flex space downstairs w/ bath) 2 Bath 1,768 Sq. Ft 4,486 Lot Sq. Ft

Listing and Photos by Eric Smilay for Smilay Properties

If you would like to see this property in person, please feel free to contact us anytime 310.600.9172 or email smilayproperties@gmail.com.

SOLD! Dynamic Loft in West Hollywood (Represented Buyer)

I had the pleasure of representing a buyer in his first purchase recently, and he got a good one. After searching for several month's for the right loft with soaring ceilings, but ample closet & storage space (not an easy combination to find), we recently closed on this stunning loft in a modern 20 unit building in a prime West Hollywood location. The loft, built in 2004, features soaring 20' ceilings, modern finishes, and direct access from the street. While my client, and I, did not care for the epoxy flooring put on top of what once was polished concrete or the many different colors of paint on the walls, he got a great deal to offset those minor issues. In fact the property appraised at $35,000 higher then he paid for it! As I told him, changing floors and painting is easy, but finding 20' ceilings in West Hollywood is not. I can't wait to see it after he puts his stamp on the property.

1037 N Laurel Ave, West Hollywood

$775,000 (Asking price was $840,000 (Orig $880,000)) 2 Bed 2 Bath 1,519 Sq. Ft

Listing courtesy of Lori Davette Ince - Keller Williams Realty

Pictures by Eric Smilay for Smilay Properties

If you would like to find a similar style property, please feel free to contact us anytime @ 310.600.9172 or email smilayproperties@gmail.com. In fact a new listing in the building just became available.

SOLD! 4-Plex Building in Desirable Beachwood Canyon (Represented Buyer)

We closed escrow recently on this fourplex in an A+ location on coveted Beachwood Dr. My client's got themselves a nice building that brings in solid rents. Let's face it when buying an income property the main thing is how much money does it bring in every month. This one brings in about $6,500/mo, which is solid, especially compared to other buildings in this area and price range that bring in significantly less rent. The building, made up of two 2 bedrooms (one with a huge private yard) and 2 studios, was renovated a few years ago and the units contain upgraded features such as; stainless steel appliances and custom cabinetry in the kitchens, Italian marble flooring, marble countertops and showers. Again, this is a great location that will always be desirable to potential Tenant's, and an excellent place for my client's to put their money both in the short and I believe the long term. It is the second deal I have done with these particular Buyer's, and I couldn't be happier for them, and appreciate having them and their continued trust as client's.

2276 Beachwood Dr, Hollywood Hills

$1,050,000 (Asking price was $1,195,000) 4 Units 3,036 Sq. Ft 6,299 Lot Sq. Ft

Pictures by Eric Smilay for Smilay Properties

Listing courtesy of Rafael Aguillo - Windermere Exclusive Prop.

If you would like to find a similar investment property in and around this area, please feel free to contact us anytime @ 310.600.9172 or email smilayproperties@gmail.com. We would be happy to assist!

Chic Mid-Century Opportunity in the Hills

I saw this home today on Caravan, and really liked it. I was actually on this street to see a different house, but saw the open sign so went in to see what it was. I was pleasantly surprised both by the price point for this location above the Sunset Strip, and the great mix of modern and mid-century finishes throughout the home. First of all, the home's base is polished concrete flooring, which I really like for aesthetics and functionality, but don't often see. The open floor plan surrounded by windows allowing natural light in the property is always a plus, and was punctuated by the cool stone fireplace in the living room. The updated Italian kitchen was clean white with stainless steel appliances and counters. It seemed as if each room had walls of glass that opened up to the outdoors. The home is very private with hillside in the backyard, and there is actually quite a bit of grass and definitely room for a pool. The IPE wood outdoor deck provided a good indoor/outdoor flow for entertaining or simply dining outdoors. The bathrooms could be upgraded a bit, but the bones, space, and location is definitely all there in this one. This is a great opportunity to own a cool mid-century modern home in an A+ location!

1424 Rising Glen, Hollywood Hills

$1,995,000 3 Bed 2.5 Bath 2,436 Sq. Ft/ow 14,843 Lot Sq. Ft

Listing & Photos courtesy of Peter Lorimer - Peter Lorimer Group Estates

If you would like to see this cool mid-century modern property, please feel free to contact us anytime @ 310.600.9172 or email smilayproperties@gmail.com.

SOLD! Ranch Style House w/ HUGE Yard; Woodland Hills (Represented Buyer)

Lying on a large corner lot in the desirable Walnut Acres section of Woodland Hills is this ranch style home a Buyer of mine just closed on this past Friday. This was a long road, as this was one of the first properties I showed my client, and then the Seller decided to pull it off the market. After much pushing and follow up after follow up from me, we finally convinced them to sell, and my client got the home she wanted from day one! She affectionately refers to it as "The Barn," due to it's color and appearance from the front, and I think she got a great deal at the end of the day. The lot is all flat and the park like backyard is huge allowing plenty of room to expand the house, put in a pool, or just leave as is and enjoy the space. The home has a nice open floor plan and soaring beamed ceilings in both the living and media room. My client also got a new roof (see last pic vs first one), and in doing so, the contractor was positive that the home is actually 500 sq. ft plus larger then it is listed; which is another great bonus for my client.

This was the Buyer's first home purchase, and I couldn't be happier for them. I think they got a great house at a great deal.

22955 Leonora Dr, Woodland Hills

$605,000 3 Bed 3 Bath 1,909 Sq. Ft 12,133 Lot Sq. Ft

Listing courtesy of Rebecca Epstein & Francesca Luteraan

Pictures by Eric Smilay for Smilay Properties

If you would like to find a similar home in and around this area, please feel free to contact us anytime @ 310.600.9172 or email smilayproperties@gmail.com. We would be happy to assist!