444 Monte Vista, Palm Desert, CA 92260
$739,000

Upgraded Two-Story Home in Gated Paseo Vista – Prime Palm Desert Location Welcome to this beautifully upgraded 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence in theexclusive gated community of Paseo Vista. With 2,531 sq. ft. of living space on a 4,356 sq. ft. lot, this two-story home offers the perfect blend of style, comfort, andconvenience. Inside, you'll find soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and a spacious open-concept layout ideal for entertaining. The chef’s kitchen featurespremium finishes and flows seamlessly into the living and dining areas. Upstairs, the bedrooms are generously sized, including a luxurious primary suite with aspa-inspired bath and walk-in closet. Step outside to your private backyard retreat—complete with a relaxing hot tub, cozy firepit, and a dedicated dog run for yourfour-legged companions. Desert landscaping ensures low maintenance and high enjoyment. The home also includes an owned solar energy system (with aremaining balance) and an EV charging plug in the garage, offering eco-conscious living and long-term savings. Residents of Paseo Vista enjoy access to asparkling community pool and the peace of mind that comes with gated security. Located just minutes from College of the Desert, El Paseo shopping, dining, andworld-class golf, this home delivers the best of Palm Desert living in a quiet, well-maintained enclave.

 

 Hollywood Riviera "End Unit" Townhouse

For Sale:   $1,549,000

6010 S Pacific Coast Hwy #1 

                                                   Redondo Beach, CA 90277 

                                 3 BR - 2.5 baths - 2095 SqFt - Private 2 car Garage - +extra spot
                                                        Short walk to Beach and shopping
                          High end appliances: Sub Zero refrigerator, Jennair oven - Wolf Stovetop
                                                                     310 346-0391

 

 Sold in September 2023
2721 Orange Ave, Torrance, CA
$1,150,000

 IN Escrow now. Prime location in Hermosa Beach, California!

 Just Sold for $90,000 over asking! 1020 Portola Ave, Torrance, CA 90501

 

 

 Coming Soon.

One of the original Spanish Homes in Hollywood Riviera.
Approx. 2950 SqFt / 6629 SqFt Lot
3 Beds, 2.5 Bath
353 Calle Mayor
Jack McSweeney, SRS, ABR, SRES, PVS, CDPE
310 346-0391        REMAX Estate Properties
DRE #01027223

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Jack McSweeney

ABR, CDPE, e-PRO, SRS, SRES

REMAX Estate Properties

Director Palos Verdes Peninsula Assoc. of Realtors

Phone: 310 346-0391 - DRE #01027223

Email: jack@mcsweeney.com

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336 N Gaffey, San Pedro, CA  $1,500,000 (9/3/2020)

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SOLD!!  3021 W Carson Street, Torrance.    $730,000   April 2019

SOLD!
15607 Cordary Ave, Lawndale, CA $700,000 in April 2019

How to Prepare for a Home Appraisal

One of the last steps before selling your home is getting it appraised. This is usually ordered by the buyer’s lender, and is used to give an estimate of a property’s value, which can help a mortgage lender determine how much a buyer can borrow for the home, and can protect them from paying more than the house is worth.
What an Appraiser Looks For
The home’s worth is based on factors such as location, condition and comparables in the neighborhood, also called comps, which are houses similar to yours.
Don’t confuse a home appraisal with a home inspection. The appraisal determines the market value of a home, while an inspection looks for flaws in the roof, foundation and other areas of a home as a way to help buyers determine if a home is right for them and what they may need to fix.
To determine a home’s value, an appraiser will look at the total land or acreage, the condition of the property and any lead or peeling paint if the house was built before 1978. On the inside, they’ll be looking for a working furnace and air conditioner, number of rooms, garage, built-in appliance upgrades and in-ground pool.
How to Prepare
If you’re going to make upgrades, do them before an appraisal so that they can boost the value of your home before selling it.
The appraiser will also be looking for anything that needs to be repaired. Here are some things to check before ordering an appraisal:

• Electric garage door opener works
• Railings to raised decks are secured
• All utilities work and are safe
• Cracks in walls, ceiling or foundation are addressed
• Water intrusion through foundation is resolved
• Roof is in good shape and will last at least three years

Make as many repairs as you can before the appraisal to help ensure a higher home value.
Differences in Appraisers
Depending on the type of home loan the buyer is getting, appraisal requirements may differ. FHA loans, for example, require that some repairs must be completed before closing.
VA loans have their own appraisal inspection standards. They look at many health and safety concerns, including clean drinking water, a water heater and sewage system, a sound roof and foundation, the removal of pests and termites, and working electricity.