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Downey Real Estate Report for August 2011:  Homes Sold, In Escrow and More

The latest Downey Real Estate numbers for sold homes are in for the month of August 2011.  This doesn't include Downey condo-townhouses, income properties or lots .  43 single family homes closed escrow and had the joy of changing their listing status from "Active" to "Sold".  The three bedroom homes led the closing totals with 22 homes. Home sellers of 5+ bedroom homes had a tough month.  Although there are currently 12 of them pending or in backup offer status, none closed in that month.  26 currently remain in "Active" status.  

DOWNEY REAL ESTATE SALES BREAKDOWN: 

Downey Real Estate Sold by Price:

9    homes sold priced $200,000 - $300,000

22  homes sold priced $300,000 - $400,000

10  homes sold priced $400,000 - $500,000

1    homes sold priced $600,000 - $1 mil (it was a $900K home)

Downey Real Estate Sold by Number of Bedrooms

(6)   2 bedroom homes sold in Downey

(29)   3 bedroom homes sold in Downey

(8)   4 bedroom homes sold in Downey

ACTIVE TOTALS:

There are currently 219 total "Active" homes for sale in Downey. 

PENDING TOTALS:

243 homes in pending or in backup offer status in Downey. 

Search ALL DOWNEY including homes, condos, income units and lots.

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BUYERS:

If you have decided to buy in the wonderful city of Downey, do not hesitate to visit the Affordable Downey or Downey Luxury Homes pages or Call 310-508-4354 to start the home buying process.

SELLERS:

If you have asked yourself the question, "Why Hasn't My Home Sold?" then perhaps it's time to regroup and not necessarily start over, but start stronger!  Call 310-508-4354 or visit our website for your  FREE HOME VALUATION (CMA).  We do not contact you unless you want us too!

The statistic data contained herein is copyrighted by SoCalMLS® and/or CARETS® and is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Property information Copyright © 2011 SoCalMLS® Inc. All Rights Reserved. Certain information contained herein is derived from information which is the licensed property of, and copyrighted by SoCalMLS Inc. ® Copyright © 2011 CARETS®. All Rights Reserved. Data updated Saturday, September 3, 2011.

Downey's Prudential 24 Hour Real Estate 2011 Client Appreciation Costume Party

SAVE THE DATE! In honor of our wonderful past and current clients, Prudential 24 Hour Real Estate and myself, invite you to join us in our 2011 Client Appreciation Costume Party at Prudential 24 Hour Real Estate in Downey, Friday October 28, 2011 from 5pm - 8pm.  It's a fun and great time for the entire family!  There will be:

• FOOD
• GREAT DOOR PRIZES
• COSTUME WACKINESS
• MUCHO CLIENT APPRECIATION

If you've ever attended one of these events, you know that it's a night filled with good food, a lot of laughs, and a wonderful time for the entire family!  COSTUMES ARE OPTIONAL.  But do not be surprised if you see a 1980's mullet hair wearing rocker, Princess Leah, SpongeBob SquarePants, an Afro and numerous little Dora the Explorers and Transformers running around.  All PG costumes welcome! 

Prudential 24 Hour Real Estate is still in the same great location at 8635 Florence Ave. Suite 101 Downey, CA, on the corner of Florence Ave and Tristan (one block west of Lakewood - across from the historic McDonalds).  Proudly serving the city of Downey for nearly 20 years!

THANK YOU - WE APPRECIATE YOU!

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Downey Luxury Homes for Sale priced $800,000 and above as of 08/09/11

There are currently only 17 Downey luxury homes left for sale.  The Downey estate home prices range from $800,000 to just over $2.7 million with square footage ranging from 2800 sq ft to just under 10,000 sq ft.  Most are in the very desirable area of North Downey. 

Here are 7 of the 17 Downey Luxury Homes currently up for sale (if for any reason links are no longer working due to home being sold or in escrow, start your home search at Downey Luxury Homes for homes in the same price range):    

  

Price: $900,000

BEAUTIFUL 5 BEDROOMS, 6 BATHROOMS HOME/FOYER/LIVING ROOM...View Details  View Photo Gallery (20)  Save Property MLS# Y905036; MLS: CARETS; Listing courtsy of California Real Estate Executive

Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 6 and 2

Square Ft.: 5078 

 

 

 

 

Price: $1,199,900

Back in the market with BIG REDUCTION PRICE Custom Home made high vaulted  ...

View Details ; View Photo Gallery (4);  Save Property  

MLS# Y1104641; MLS: CARETS; Listing courtesy Alpha Investments

Bedrooms: 5; Bathrooms: 6 w/Partial Baths: 1

Square Ft.: 7837

 

 

 

 

Price: $1,250,000

Great Downey home custom built from the ground up in 2007......Property is... View Details ;  View Photo Gallery (15);  Save Property

MLS# Y1103316; MLS: CARETS; Listing courtesy of Century 21 AllStars

Bedrooms: 5; Bathrooms: 7 w/partial Baths: 1

Square Ft.: 5314

 

 

 

 

Price: $1,250,000

REDUCED PRICE! ! ! Beautiful detail in this fine Downey mini mansion... View Details ;  View Photo Gallery (6) ; Save Property ;  MLS# R1103560

MLS: CARETS; Listing courtesy of Diamond Real estate

Bedrooms: 5; Bathrooms: 7 w/partial Baths: 1

Square Ft.: 5943

 

 

 

 

Price: $1,397,777

ELEGANT 5 BD. 6.5 BTH HOME SITUATED IN THE HEART OF NORTHEAST DOWNEY! BUILT ...

View Details ; View Photo Gallery (12) ; Save Property

MLS# Y1104538; MLS: CARETS; Listing courtesy of Real Estate by Rina & Associates

Bedrooms: 5; Bathrooms: 7 w/Partial Baths: 2

Square Ft.: 5003

 

 

 

 

Price: $1,499,000

Brand new custom built home in Downey. This home is absolutely one of a kind.  View Details ; View Photo Gallery (22) Save Property

MLS# 11512239; MLS: CARETS Listing courtesy of DownTown Realty and Loans

Bedrooms: 6; Bathrooms: 8 

Square Ft.: 7496

 

 

 

 

Price: $2,757,777

LOCATED ON ONE OF THE MOST SECLUDED STREETS IN NORTHEAST DOWNEY,THIS ONE View Details  View Photo Gallery (30)  Save Property

MLS# Y1102158; MLS: CARETS; Listing courtesy of Real Estate by Rina & Associates

Bedrooms: 8; Bathrooms: 8 w/Partial Baths: 1

Square Ft.: 9414

 

 

To view the any of the luxury homes currently for sale in Downey, CA or it's nearby cities, do not hesitate to call 310-508-4354 to set up your viewing appointment.

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This site may reference real estate listing(s) held by a brokerage firm other than the broker and/or agent who owns the web site. Any information relating to a property, regardless of source, including but not limited to square footages and lot sizes, is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be personally verified through personal inspection by and/or with the appropriate professionals. The data contained herein is copyrighted by SoCalMLS® and/or CARETS® and is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Property information Copyright © 2011 SoCalMLS® Inc. All Rights Reserved. Certain information contained herein is derived from information which is the licensed property of, and copyrighted by SoCalMLS Inc. ® Copyright © 2011 CARETS®. All Rights Reserved. Data updated Tuesday, August 9, 2011.

 Downey First Time Home Buyer Alert!  42 Downey homes priced under $300,000 as of 8/09/11

Are there any affordable homes in Downey, CA?  YES!  Is now the time to buy?  YES!  There are a lot of renters and first-time home buyers who keep asking themselves these very same questions.  Although Downey, CA is well-known for it's upscale and luxury million dollar homes, as of 08/09/11 there are 42  affordable Downey starter residential homes and 23 condos/townhomes in Downey, CA - all priced under $300,000!

Here are 5 of the 42 Downey homes currently for sale priced under $300,000. If results indicate home has been sold or removed off market, start a new search at AffordableDowney.com :

 

 

 

 

Price: $269,900

Well maintained house on a corner lot! This house features,Tile and Hardwood floors, 3 bedrooms,2 ba ... View Details   View Photo Gallery (4) Save Property  

MLS# P774219; MLS: CARETS;  Listing courtesy of Carlos Chavarin of Tarbell Realtors

Bedrooms: 3

Bathrooms: 3 and 1 partial

Square Ft.: 1700 

 

 

Price: $275,000

REDUCED PRICE!!! LARGE BANK OWNED REO 3 bedroom/2 bath home. Open floor plan with a large kitchen, f ...View Details   View Photo Gallery (7)  Save Property  

MLS# P786101; MLS: CARETS; Listing courtesy of Tammy Newland Keller Williams Realty

Bedrooms: 3

Bathrooms: 2 

Square Ft.: 1534 

TO VIEW THE REMAINING 37 AFFORDABLE DOWNEY HOMES FOR SALE PRICED UNDER $300K AND BELOW PLEASE VISIT THE AFFORDABLE DOWNEY PAGE  

FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYERS PROGRAMS 3.5% downpayment CALL ME AT 310-508-4354!

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This site may reference real estate listing(s) held by a brokerage firm other than the broker and/or agent who owns the web site. Any information relating to a property, regardless of source, including but not limited to square footages and lot sizes, is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be personally verified through personal inspection by and/or with the appropriate professionals. The data contained herein is copyrighted by SoCalMLS® and/or CARETS® and is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Property information Copyright © 2011 SoCalMLS® Inc. All Rights Reserved. Certain information contained herein is derived from information which is the licensed property of, and copyrighted by SoCalMLS Inc. ® Copyright © 2011 CARETS®. All Rights Reserved. Data updated Tusday, August 9, 2011.

 Downey Homes for Sale priced Under $300,000

Are there any affordable homes in Downey, CA?  YES! There are a lot of renters and first-time homebuyers who have asked themselves this question.  Although Downey, CA is well-known for it's million dollar homes, as of 02/17/11 there are over 57 affordable starter single resident homes for sale in Downey, CA and 27 condos/townhomes - all priced under $300,000. 

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13631 Klondike Ave,  Downey,  CALIFORNIA 90242 Price: $199,900 **REGULAR SALE** Turn Key Condition. This bright 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home has been completely remo ... View Details View Photo Gallery (10) Save Property MLS#: P767567 MLS: CARETS Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Square Ft.: 912

  13009 Sandy Ln,  Downey,  CALIFORNIA 90242 Price: $199,900 Legal shows 1 bedroom but was purchased in present condition. Property sold as is .Big lot with. Dou ... View Details View Photo Gallery (17) Save Property MLS#: Y1006200 MLS: CARETS Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Square Ft.: 621

7369 Adwen Street,  Downey,  CALIFORNIA 90241 Price: $199,999 Nice cozy home for first time buyers or small family. Good size corner lot with 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathro ... View Details View Photo Gallery (5) Save Property MLS#: C11019633 MLS: CARETS Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Square Ft.: 750

  13452 Earnshaw Avenue,  Downey,  CALIFORNIA 90242 Price: $230,000 Beautiful Upgraded Home with White Crown Molding, flooring through the home, Remodeled Kitchen and m ... View Details View Photo Gallery (10) Save Property MLS#: K10120602 MLS: CARETS Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1 Square Ft.: 924

12717 Lakewood Boulevard,  Downey,  CALIFORNIA 90242 Price: $250,000 Fixer upper, large lot (8645 sq. ft). Property profile shows 2 bed, 1 bath, sq. ft. 864 per title, 5 ... View Details Save Property MLS#: M10115763 MLS: CARETS Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Square Ft.: 864

7746 Phlox St,  Downey,  CALIFORNIA 90241 Price: $259,900 Single level 3 bedroom home in family neighborhood. Large lot! Covered patio and big grass area in r ... View Details Save Property MLS#: S643172 MLS: CARETS Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Square Ft.: 1186

  8928 Birchleaf Ave,  Downey,  CALIFORNIA 90240 Price: $260,000 APPROVED AT 260k WITH 3% FOR BUYERS CLOSING. MIGHT NOT GO FHA View Details Save Property MLS#: R1002651 MLS: CARETS Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Square Ft.: 1046

  9245 Birdvale Dr,  Downey,  CALIFORNIA 90242 Price: $260,000 \'Short Sale\' in nice Downey area...Great starter home...Hardwood floors and new paint throughout.. ... View Details View Photo Gallery (12) Save Property MLS#: R1100435 MLS: CARETS Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1 Square Ft.: 1016

13419 Laureldale,  Downey,  CALIFORNIA 90242 Price: $265,000 2 Bedroom 1 bath, 2 car garage with extra lot included on sale, Excellent for first time buyers. View Details View Photo Gallery (6) Save Property MLS#: P747432 MLS: CARETS Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Square Ft.: 998

TO VIEW THE 48 OTHER AFFORDABLE DOWNEY, CA HOMES FOR SALE PRICED AT $300K AND BELOW CLICK HERE

FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYERS PROGRAMS with 1% and 3.5% downpayment, CALL ME AT 310-508-4354!

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This site may reference real estate listing(s) held by a brokerage firm other than the broker and/or agent who owns the web site. Any information relating to a property, regardless of source, including but not limited to square footages and lot sizes, is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be personally verified through personal inspection by and/or with the appropriate professionals. The data contained herein is copyrighted by SoCalMLS® and/or CARETS® and is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Property information Copyright © 2011 SoCalMLS® Inc. All Rights Reserved. Certain information contained herein is derived from information which is the licensed property of, and copyrighted by SoCalMLS Inc. ® Copyright © 2011 CARETS®. All Rights Reserved. Data updated Wednesday, February 16th, 2011.

Posted below is a great letter to home sellers authored by my friend and colleague Sheldon Neal.   His letter reminded me of one particular listing I had a few years ago in which I listed the home for $15,000 less than what their previous listing agent listed it for.  My home sellers and I got an offer within a few days and sure enough, although thrilled, they questioned whether or not I had underpriced it.  Huh?  They still questioned it after their home had sat with the previous agent for three months? 

It moved because it was priced right.  Needless to say, we closed within 3 weeks.  Shortly thereafter homes dropped by $30K within 4 months.  My sellers who have since purchased another beautiful home through me, still smile and breathe a sigh of relief that they accepted the offer and sold in time, instead of being placed in the spin cycle of a down market.

There are a lot of factors in this market that are out of control of the home seller.  Accepting a reasonable offer is not one of them.   

If you are thinking about selling your home in the near future, or if you are simply interested in finding out how much your home is worth in today's market, we can perform a thorough a Comparative Market Analysis of your home today.  Call 310-508-4354 or answer a few simple questions here.

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Downey Homes for Sale with 2 Master bedrooms

Homes for sale in Downey, CA featuring two master bedrooms ranging in price from $350,000 up to $1.36 million, 4 to 7 bedrooms.  Be sure the click "View photos" to see photos and "View Details" to get more information.  If you would like to schedule a viewing appointment, please do not hesitate to call me at 310-508-4354 to discuss.

10443 Dolan Ave. Downey, CA 90241

10443 DOLAN AVE,  Downey,  CALIFORNIA 90241 Price: $350,000 Hurry this home is located in one of downey\'s best location, walking distance to downtown Downey, S ... View Details VIEW PHOTOS (15) Save Property MLS#: 10472121 MLS: CARETS Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Square Ft.: 1498

8130 Brunache St. Downey, CA 90242

8130 Brunache St,  Downey,  CALIFORNIA 90242 Price: $420,000 This is a great looking property ideal for first time home buyer with large family, an entertainers ... View Details VIEW PHOTOS (25) Save Property MLS#: Y1004582 MLS: CARETS Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Square Ft.: 2209

9239 Appleby St. Downey, CA 90240

9239 Appleby St,  Downey,  CALIFORNIA 90240 Price: $649,000 Large home on huge corner lot-Secluded second story master or bonus room with full bath- 3 main floo ... View Details VIEW PHOTOS (12) Save Property MLS#: Y1003338 MLS: CARETS Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Square Ft.: 2362

9115 Lubec St. Downey, CA 90240

 9115 Lubec St,  Downey,  CALIFORNIA 90240 Price: $1,360,000 BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM HOME, Property features 7 bedrooms 5.5 bath. Grante floors throughout the lower le ... View Details View Photo Gallery (11) Save Property MLS#: Y1003241 MLS: CARETS Bedrooms: 7 Bathrooms: 6 Partial Baths: 1 Square Ft.: 5304  

DOWNEY HOMES FOR SALE BY PRICE RANGE:

Homes for Sale in Downey Between $0 - $100,000
Homes for Sale in Downey Between $100,000 - $200,000
Homes for Sale in Downey Between $200,000 - $300,000
Homes for Sale in Downey Between $300,000 - $400,000
Homes for Sale in Downey Between $400,000 - $500,000
Homes for Sale in Downey Between $500,000 - $750,000
Homes for Sale in Downey Between $750,000 - $1,000,000
Homes for Sale in Downey Between $1,000,000 - $1,250,000
Homes for Sale in Downey Between $1,250,000 - $1,500,000
Homes for Sale in Downey Between $1,500,000 - $1,750,000

To make an appointment to discuss your home buying and selling options in the great city of Downey, CA do not hesitate to call me at 310-508-4354 or visit me at Prudential 24 Hour Real Estate 8635 Florence Ave. Ste. #101, Downey, CA 90240

 DOWNEY CA HOMES FOR SALE by Price Range!

There are close to 200 Downey, CA Homes and Condos for Sale. 

Whether you need a starter home or looking to upgrade, your Downey Home Search begins here!  Be sure to check out the very affordable 4 bed/3 ba 1800+ sq ft Downey home at 7508 2nd St. for $399,999.  Or the super luxury 8 bedroom/8 bath home at 9139 Raviller that boasts over 7300 sq. ft of living space!

Homes for Sale in Downey Between $0 - $100,000

Homes for Sale in Downey Between $100,000 - $200,000

Homes for Sale in Downey Between $200,000 - $300,000

Homes for Sale in Downey Between $300,000 - $400,000

Homes for Sale in Downey Between $400,000 - $500,000

Homes for Sale in Downey Between $500,000 - $2,500,000

Search for homes by price in the following nearby cities as well: Los Angeles, Long Beach, Lakewood, Carson, and Bellflower.

NORTH DOWNEY CA REAL ESTATE - Buyers and Oooo - Ahhh Real Estate

North Downey CA is a coveted section of Downey, CA.  From the moment you get off the 605 Freeway and head west on Lakewood Blvd you know your not in Kansas anymore.  New buyers can't seem to drive through North Downey without the occasional Ooo or Ahhh escaping their lips.  The grand homes whether they are the newer mansion style or the single story ranch of old have helped to put North Downey CA on the map for homebuyers seeking affordable luxury real estate (yes here North Downey the two adjectives can go together).  Manicured lawns and wide tree-lined streets arrayed in various gold and green hues throughout the seasons make North Downey CA the jewel of Downey. 

North Downey CA homeowners are usually those looking to grow deep roots in the area. There is clearly great pride of ownership from those who have poured life and love into the community.  This effort has not gone unnoticed as it continues to attract serious longterm homebuyers. 

I was showing buyers a home during an open house once and they commented on how the street would be perfect to show their daughter how to bike ride.  The daughter the wife was referring to was a 4 month infant she was holding in her arms at the time.  The husband already had plans on fishing at nearby Wilderness Park with their future son! 

North Downey CA locale is only a 7 minute drive to the best shopping and dining Downey, CA has to offer.  It is centrally located and is close to the 5, 605, 710 and the 105 freeways.  Anyone who lives in Los Angeles County knows that type of freeway access is gold!  For those who need to drive a little further for business, it is 12 miles from downtown L.A. and 5 miles from Orange County. When it is time to play, North Downey is close to over 10 parks, nearby golf courses and only 11 miles from the Pacific Ocean. 

If you are interested in buying or selling in the North Downey, CA area, do not hesitate to call me at 310-508-4354!  I'm around the corner at 8635 Florence Ave. #101, Downey, CA 90240.  You can also reach me at my website at www.AndiGrant.com or click here to search Downey CA Homes for Sale.

Check out the hundreds of Downey CA Homes for Sale in your specific price range HERE as of 3/12/10!  For instance this lovely Downey CA home located on Pangborn Ave. in the coveted area of North Downey. 

It features 3 Bedrooms, 2 baths, Large Family Room, Dining Room, Spacious Kitchen with Granite Countertops and Newer Appliances. Master Bedroom and Bath Suite, Hardwood Floors, Cathedral Ceilings and Fireplace. Terraced and manicured yard with firepit. An entertainer's dream! SHOW & SELL.

THIS HOME HAS SOLD!

Search for homes in the following nearby cities by price as well in Los Angeles, Lakewood, Bellflower, Downey and Carson .

Call me for details on how to start the process of buying or selling a home or to schedule a viewing for any of the lovely homes that you would like to see at 310-508-4354.