Coming soon in Sherman Oaks - a 3 bed,3.5 bath home with a wine country vibe for $1,850,000

This lovely house is 14840 Round Valley Drive in Sherman Oaks, and it will be on the market next week. OMG, I'd buy it if I could. It's a totally private retreat. You can gaze out at the panoramic view while sitting under your own oak tree (that's Amy, above). Inside, the midcentury-inspired interior features huge windows that open to the massive front yard and yes, the views.  Just about everything has been redone, too.  Now, all you need are a few hundred vines... Check out 14840RoundValley.com for more pictures and come visit me at the open houses next Saturday and Sunday, the 8th and 9th.

2 communities to consider for midcentury modern homes

Is your heart set on a midcentury modern home? That's kind of affordable? Consider both Northridge and Granada Hills in the San Fernando Valley, among other places. C'mon, they are not that far away!  And both communities offer great public schools.  There are other communities that have many of these builds too -- look for So. Cal. areas that were developed in the 1950s and 1960s, when midcentury home building was in its heyday.  These houses don't come on the market everyday, tho. So if you are seriously looking to purchase, you'll need to jump.  Please call me if you need help.

Just sold this mid-century modern home in Granada Hills

Clients Adam and Michelle (pictured) are now the proud owners of this gorgeous, 5 bedroom home in Granada Hills.  If it looks familiar, it's because it was featured in Dwell Magazine.  We had searched for months for the right property and had lots of disappointments on the way.  Then this came up, and it's as pristine as it looks.  The escrow went very smoothly, too!

Granada Hills does have many mid-century homes that have been built here and there.  In addition to a patch of Eichler homes, there are several custom homes there that have been designed by local, noted architects.  And they tend to be less expensive than MCMs found in the hills or Pasadena, too!  Although the rest of Granada Hills is pretty suburban, the community is really not that far away and the schools there are really good, too.  If you are considering this community for your next move, please let me know how I can help you.

My clients just purchased this sterling mid-century modern in Granada Hills

Here's an incredible example of the currently-most-beloved home style, the mid-century modern home. It's such a pristine style that both L.A. Curbed and Dwell Magazine (click the link for more pictures) have written it up.  The current owner has maintained it in its pristine period style.

And my buyer clients, Michelle and Adam, will be the new owners at the end of the month.  Michelle and Adam and their teenage son and I have been looking for homes for about six months now.  While a mid-century was on the wish list, we considered other styles, too, from Highland Park to Woodland Hills to Monrovia.  When this home was about to go on the market in Granada Hills, we pounced.  For those of you who don't know GH, it's not that far away from everything and they have a nice bunch of mid-century modern homes there.  However those rarely go up for sale.

I can't wait to see what M&A do with this.  By the way, the teenage son gets the bomb shelter/basement all to himself for him and his musician friends.  It's perfect adaptive reuse.

Coming soon: Hollywood Hills midcentury modern by Ralph Soriano

On your marks and get set, MCM lovers -- a refreshed Ralph Soriano home is coming to market soon in the Hollywood Hills.  As you may know, Soriano was one of the titans of mcm design and not many of his homes still exist.  It will list at almost $1.2 million and features 2 beds plus office, 1.75 baths, A LEGALLY RENTABLE 1+1 GUEST HOUSE (which will help you qualifiy for a higher mortgage), skyline views, and more.  The redo was done with the highest quality materials by a lover of MCM.  It's not on the market yet, and it isn't my listing - total bummer - but if you're interested, call me.

Palm Springs in Burbank

Hot enough for ya? Cool off at this gorgeous post and beam at 3031 N. Lamer in Burbank. Designed by Boyd Georgi, AIA, it features 3 beds, 3 baths, 2127 square feet, an expansive view, and a rehab that preserves the original, indoor/outdoor midcentury design.  Yes, it's just like all those Palm Springs getaway houses.  And it's exceedingly rare in its hillside, custom-home neighborhood (which features outstanding schools, by the way). Why drive 150 miles through the desert to Palm Springs when you can get all that here? And be only 15 minutes from Dodger Stadium? And have the same gorgeous pool and party house?

How did yesterday's Burbank open house go?

Yesterday, I held a very well-attended open house at 3031 N. Lamer in Burbank.  This is not the first open house -- that occurred during a rain storm and attendance was, understandably, pretty poor.  But yesterday's festivities drew about 106 people. Although that's not a record for me, it's quite a nice turnout. Here's how it broke down.

Of the 106, about 35 were kids.  Of the remaining folks, there were many who just don't "get" midcentury modern homes (this one is a show piece).  Then, there were the "museum goers" -- people who LOVE midcentury architecture and were coming to see the design, but weren't buyers. And people coming to check out the view (pictured above). (Observation: men and kids love the airport view; women don't.)  And, of course, there were open house guests who just followed the signs because they were in the neighborhood but had little else to do.

However, there were a few groups there that were home buyers AND were interested in this particular house.  Will we get another offer this week? Stay tuned.

Prepping for the Mad Men season premiere? Make sure to visit my midcentury modern open house tomorrow

Can't wait for the Mad Men season premiere? Fascinated by midcentury design? Looking for that perfect MCM home and not quite ready to move to Palm Springs? Whet your appetite for all things 1950's-1960's by visiting my open house from 2 to 5 tomorrow at 3031 N. Lamer in Burbank.  (Title should link to website; if not it's www.3031nLamer.com.) Designed by noted architect Boyd Georgi, it has all the hallmarks of midcentury post and beam design, including huge windows, an atrium, recessed entry, smooth indoor-outdoor flow, and more.  Plus, it's in the fabulous Burbank school system and has an expansive view of the San Fernando Valley.  Oh yes -- it has 3 beds, 3 baths, a den, solar heated pool, 2127 square feet, and has been rehabbed in "period" style.  It's listed at $839,000.  Of course, we'll have our special 1950's-early 1960's playlist going too.

Midcentury modern home for sale in Burbank (yes, Burbank) has listed

Here's the midcentury modern listing that I've been posting about forever.  The address is 3031 N. Lamer in Burbank, which is high up in the hills.  Architectural style of this kind is rare in Burbank. Yes, it's this pretty -- the current owners rehabbed it a couple years ago and even added a little touch of tiki style.  It was designed by noted architect Boyd Georgi, AIA, who is also known for designing the Altadena Public Library.  The design shares many features in common with Eichler home styles, including post and beam construction, an atrium, a stacked brick fireplace, and more.  You can see lots of other pics on my website at www.judygraff.com under "featured homes" and the website (3031nLamer.com) should be up tomorrow.  Oh yes: it has 3 bedrooms and 3 baths, a living room and a family room, 2127 square feet, and a sweeping view of the Valley.  It's listed for $839k -- where else in the L.A. area can you find this authentic style + great schools + this below-a-million price?

3031 N. Lamer in Burbank will be on the multiple listing service next week. Here are some photos.

That's what I'm talking about!  More pics are available at JudyGraff.com under "featured properties."

Midcentury modern home for sale in Burbank coming next week!

So excited about this! Next week, I will be listing a midcentury modern home that was designed by Boyd Georgi, AIA.  In Burbank. In Burbank? Yes! Who knew?  It's a 3+3 with pool and sweeping view for $839k and I'll put more details up soon.  Check back here for pictures over the weekend, or check my website at JudyGraff.com.  Yes, the house will have its own website.  Do you think I need to create its own Facebook page too?