Curbed Comparisons: What $735K buys around LA

Welcome to Curbed Comparisons, where we explore what you can rent or buy for a certain dollar amount in various LA ’hoods. We’ve found five homes and condos within $10,000 of today’s price: $735,000.

Via Scott Cheramie, Meridian Property Group

This straightforward Pasadena home was built in 1921 and retains its original hardwood floors, along with built-in shelving, French doors, and some nice vintage bathroom tile. The 1,008-square-foot dwelling has two bedrooms and one bathroom, along with a formal dining room and a recently remodeled kitchen. Sitting on a 7,249-square-foot lot, the home has an enclosed backyard and a detached garage. Asking price is $739,900.

Via Tracy Do, Compass

This small-lot home in Valley Glen hasn’t even been finished yet, and there’s still time to customize the interior to your liking. The residence has three bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms spread across three levels, with 1,950 square feet of living space. The living area leads out to a private balcony and there’s also a rooftop deck with plenty of sitting and dining space. Asking price is $741,900, with a community fee of $125 per month.

Via Christiano Sampaio, Loftway

This condo is located in the heart of Downtown LA’s Financial District, just a few blocks from both Pershing Square and the Seventh Street/Metro Center subway station. The unit has 1,180 square feet of living space, with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Interior features include tall ceilings and hardwood floors. The building has a fitness center, and this unit comes with two parking spaces. Asking price is $735,000, with HOA dues of $690 per month.

Via Tracy King, Keely Myres, Compass

Terrific views and midcentury vibes are the big selling points for this Eagle Rock home, built in 1963. It’s got two bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms, with open living spaces and a cheery color scheme. The living room leads out to a covered balcony. Sitting on a 4,785-square-foot lot on a hillside, the 1,065-square-foot home has an attached carport and a basement for extra storage space. Asking price is $729,000.

Via Lea Johnson, Sotheby’s International Realty

If easy access to the beach is a priority, try this Malibu townhouse, located right off the PCH above Paradise Cove. The 1,378-square-foot space has two bedrooms and two bathrooms, with vaulted ceilings and glass sliding doors that lead out to private decks. Shared amenities include a swimming pool, spa and community club house. Asking price is $735,000, but the HOA dues aren’t cheap. They’ll cost you $855 per month.

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