Last month, July 2021 two homes sold for the same amount making them both the highest priced homes sold in La Crescenta. Let’s take a look at each of these luxury homes:
The first home sold in just eight days of being on the market, this four bedroom, three bathroom, 2292 square foot home located at 5352 Pineridge Dr. sold for $1,775,000.
MLS Remarks Read: In the highly desirable Pinecrest area of La Crescenta, on a precious tree lined street, one of the rarest and most enchanting homes is now available. This thoughtfully updated and impeccably maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom gem, is nestled on a sprawling lot of over 10,000 square foot. It showcases an inviting double door entry that opens to a seamless indoor/outdoor flow from all living areas. Main level interiors are exquisite, open and filled with natural light that embrace an ambiance for hosting guests. An expansive bay window with built-in seating is the focal point of the spacious living room that connects to a welcoming formal dining room. An elegant family room area features French double panel glass doors and an impressive modern stone fireplace, perfect for entertaining and relaxing by the fire. The chef’s kitchen overlooks the family room and is a hosts dream, inspiring culinary creations with state-of-the-art stainless-steel appliances, custom cooktop kitchen island with breakfast seating, granite counters, ample maple cabinets, and beautiful garden window.
Just beyond, through the striking glass double doors is the mesmerizing backyard. Majestic landscaping has been designed to capture the everlasting beauty and tranquility of private, retreat-style living. Look forward to many picturesque al fresco dining experiences with spectacular illuminating post lighting, a glistening in-ground pool with shade sail, and artistic spaces complimented by a breathtaking private deck, a stunning rose garden and many other lush plantings. Complimenting the professionally manicured grounds are mature fruit trees; pomegranate, fig, apricot, kumquats and lemon.
In addition, there are two generous en-suites. A lovely guest quarters with separate entrance and direct access to the pool area is located a few steps down from the main level. A serene master bedroom en-suite with dual vanities shares the upstairs with the remaining bedrooms and bath. Additional amenities to highlight; newer exterior and interior paint, crown molding, smooth ceilings, newer pool equipment, central air and heat, gleaming wood floors throughout, integrated LED recessed lighting, complete Ring alarm security system, custom closets in every room, attached supersized 2 car garage and dual pane windows with designer shutters grace the home with that abundance of sunlight you can enjoy for years to come. Close to Blue-Ribbon award-winning schools, delightful restaurants and boutique shopping.
The second La Crescenta luxury home sold in thirteen days on the market. This four bedroom, four bathroom, 2836 square foot home located at 3910 Altura Ave. sold for the same price as the above property at $1,775,000. This home was listed at $1,389,000 and sold $386,000 over asking.
MLS Remarks Read: In 1955 Webster Wiley built this classic traditional for the Kennick family on their large parcel of over 17,000 square foot. The generous dimensions of the lot allow for a large one-story 4 bedroom and 4 bath home with a very large rear yard. The current Owners have cherished this as their family home for over 50 years and hope the same for a very fortunate Buyer. The formal entry opens to bright formal living and dining rooms with large windows and a warm fireplace hearth. The huge kitchen is the pride of the house with over-sized built-in refrigerator and freezer, custom cabinetry, center isle, and a large breakfast room looking out over the large rear grounds.
Off the kitchen is a cozy family room with its own fireplace and wet bar. The central hall leads to all four bedrooms of the western wing of the house. The master suite enjoys its own bright master bath. The front yard has been lovingly landscaped for privacy and the enjoyment of gardening. The rear grounds are for outdoor entertaining on a large scale with a large motor court, gardens, grass play yard, and a beautiful pool and spa. There is also a large workshop of over 500sf in the rear yard as well. Just a few additional features include: central air and heating, an updated electrical 200 amp electrical panel, an attached two car garage, and the award-winning schools of this neighborhood
386,000 dollars over! That’s crazy. Very daunting for buyers