DAVID HERNANDEZ, Listing and Buyer’s Specialist

626-840-1990 Direct or David@LAHomesAndLifestyle.com

David is a dedicated, hardworking, and driven professional with over four years experience in the Real Estate industry. With David’s IT background and insight, coupled with extensive research and use of technology such as up to date market analysis tools, online and social media marketing allows him to reach the most people and homes possible when listing or buying with him . This expertise has proven to be his competitive advantage that differentiates David from the average real estate agent.

Being a life-long Angelino has allowed David to gain an extensive knowledge of the Los Angeles urban areas, its surrounding cities and neighborhoods. Giving him a great sense of pride in his city, its residents, and his role in assisting you with your Real Estate needs.

Whether working with first time home buyers, or seasoned sellers, David provides a customized real estate service suited to fit each individuals needs. Lofts, condominiums and homes are all at your reach when you contact David!

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The Terra Bella, are Pasadena new construction luxury condos at Cordova and Marengo. With a completion date scheduled for October of 2010, the Terra Bella new construction project will offer 28 single level luxury condominiums, built by developer, Legendary Developments LLC. Another local high end condominium complex built by Legendary Developments is Sabine, which is located on South Lake Avenue.

The Terra Bella condos will primarily range around 2,200 square feet per unit, with the penthouse unit at 3400 square feet, with one commercial unit at ground level. Each unit will offer hardwood floors and Viking appliances in addition to many other high quality interior finishings.

Building amenities at Terra Bella Pasadena include a rooftop pool, spa, cabanas, outdoor fireplaces, a bbq area, and a fitness center. The Terra Bella condos are centrally located to shopping, dining, and nightlife entertainment, in close proximity to Old Town Pasadena, The Paseo Colorado, and the Pasadena Convention Center.

Terra Bella. 155 Cordova Avenue, Pasadena, California 91101

ERICA SWANSON-RIVAS & ASSOCIATES
818-257-1054

Erica@RivasEstates.com

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Centrally located in the upscale South Lake Business District, Granite Park Place is a new construction project of 71 luxury condos. In comparison to other luxury condos in Pasadena, Granite Park Place is architecturally more modern in design. Each unit in this Pasadena new construction building has its own terrace or patio, and are either two-story townhomes or one to two story live/work residences. Prices range from $950,000.

The amenities at Granite Park Place include: 

Full Time Concierge. 24 Hour Staffing. Valet Parking. Access controlled underground parking with side-by-side parking. Outdoor pool, spa and sun deck. Barbecue area with fireplace. Fitness room. Club room with kitchen. Library and wine arbor. Courtyards. Pre-wired state of the art internet, cable and telephone systems

Units Available (subject to change):

UNIT	BEDROOMS	BATHROOMS	SQ FT	PATIO SPACE	PARKING
114	2	3	1,652	390 sq. ft.	2
117	2	3	1,816	166 sq. ft.	2
203	2	3	2,012	107 sq. ft.	2
204	2	2	2,019	100 sq. ft.	2
213	2	3	2,206	501 sq. ft.	2
301	2	3	2,303	269 sq. ft.	2
309	2	3	2,102	185 sq. ft.	2
314	3	3	2,538	196 sq. ft.	2
405	2	3	2,419	338 sq. ft.	2
508	3	3	2,869	482 sq. ft.	2

Granite Park Place. 920 Granite Drive Pasadena, California 91101

SCHEDULE AN APPOINMENT

ERICA SWANSON – RIVAS & ASSOCIATES
818-257-1054

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21ST 2010 5:30 – 9:00P

Visit any participating restaurant and sample a taste of their fare. All proceeds go to  local community based charities.

The Pasadena Association of Realtors® Charitable Foundation

Tickets $25 per person
Participating restaurants in Old Pasadena
http://www.pfarcf.org/tasteofoldpasadena
(626) 795-2455

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When your home is on the market, and your real estate agent schedules an open house, there are several things you can do to make your Pasadena home for sale– and your open house – stand out from the competition.

“A little something extra can make all the difference,” said Laguna Beach interior designer Deborah Mucillo, who is frequently called upon as an open house consultant.

Here are 10 Great Tips for making your open house something special:

-Use a real red carpet on the steps or pathway to the house – or use bunches of eye-catching balloons to mark the entrance.

-Ask a local home store to glamorize your dining room with a unique table setting, or your bedroom and bath with fabulous linens, in return for some discreet signage. Go to your local Home Goods store to sparkle those areas that need a little staging at an affordable price.

-Invite a local caterer to present quickie cooking demos to your visitors. This will show off a gourmet kitchen and lend an unforgettably festive air to your open house.

-Make the house seem more like ‘theirs’ by removing your family photos and personal mementos in favor of more generic décor.

-Tout the neighborhood, providing a bound list of notable or favorite area restaurants, clubs, schools, shops and entertainment venues.

-Prominently display recent disclosures or inspection results, such as just-completed paint or plumbing upgrades, termite inspection, etc.

-In addition to sprucing up the Pasadena house, don’t forget to remove the clutter and organize items in the garage.

-Since you don’t know who may have pet allergies, or simply a dislike for animals in general, be sure even the cutest pups or kitties – and their paraphernalia – are away from home during the open house.  Use some plug-in air fresheners like Air Wick and spray some Lysol in the air throughout the home.

-Help with advertising by posting open house notices in your clubhouse, at school and in the local supermarket.  There is no such thing as over promoting the Pasadena open house.  We personally have delivered 100′s of invites to neighbors on many occassions.  People in your neighbood typically know of others wanting to move in.

-Safety is paramount, so lock away all valuables and be sure that keys, prescription medicines and other identifying documents are not around.  Two people hosting an open house is preferable.

For Buying and/or Selling Real Estate, contact me:
Ramiro Rivas – Pasadena Real Estate
626-497-4606

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PASADENA’S PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

Norma Coombs Alternative School

Public · K-8 · 614 students

2600 Paloma St. Pasadena, CA 91107 (626) 396-566

Norma Coombs is among the few public schools in California to receive a distinguished GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. www.pasadena.k12.ca.us/schools/normacoombs

Don Benito Fundamental School

Public · K-6 · 747 students

3700 Denair Street, Pasadena, CA 91107    www.donbenito.pasadenausd.org/

Roosevelt Elementary School

Public · K-12 · 317 students

315 North Pasadena Ave. Pasadena, CA 91103 (626) 396-5770  www.pasadena.k12.ca.us/schools/roosevelt

Daniel Webster School

Public · K-8 · 544 students

2101 East Washington Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91104 (626) 396-5740 www.pasadena.k12.ca.us/schools/webster

McKinley School

Public · K-8 · 1122 students

325 South Oak Knoll Ave. Pasadena, CA 91101 (626) 844-7880 www.mckinleyarts.com

Marshall Fundamental School

Public · 6-12 · 1827 students

990 North Allen Ave. Pasadena, CA 91104 (626) 396-5810 www.pasadena.k12.ca.us/schools/marshall

Woodrow Wilson Middle School

Public · 6-8 · 618 students

300 South Madre Ave. Pasadena, CA 91107 (626) 396-5800 www.pasadena.k12.ca.us/schools/wilson

Washington Middle School

Public · 6-8 · 527 students

1505 North Marengo Ave. Pasadena, CA 91103 (626) 396-5830 www.Washington-Middle-School/

PASADENA’S PRIVATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

Mayfield Jr School

 Private · K-8 · 486 students

405 S Euclid Ave Pasadena, CA 91101 (626) 796-2774

St. Andrew Elementary School

Private · K-8 · 248 students

42 Chestnut St Pasadena, CA 91103 (626) 796-7697

Assumption of the BVM Elementary School

Private · K-8 · 297 students

2660 E Orange Grove Blvd Pasadena, CA 91107 (626) 793-2089

St. Philip the Apostle

Private · K-8 · 518 students

1363 Cordova Street Pasadena, CA 91106 (626) 795-9691

Sequoyah School

Private · K-8 · 171 students

535 S Pasadena Ave Pasadena, CA 91105 (626) 795-4351

Westridge School

Private · 4-12 · 523 students

324 Madeline Dr Pasadena, CA 91105 (626) 799-1053

Chandler School

private · K-8 · 416 students

1005 Armada Drive Pasadena, CA 91103 (626) 795-9314

Polytechnic School

Private · K-12 · 855 students

1030 E California Blvd Pasadena, CA 91106 (626) 792-2147

High Point Academy

Private · K-8 · 350 students

1720 Kinneloa Canyon Rd Pasadena, CA 91107 (626) 798-8989

Frostig School

Private · 1-12 · 98 students

971 N Altadena Dr Pasadena, CA 91107 (626) 791-1255

Living Way Christian Academy

Private · PK-8

2495 E Mountain St Pasadena, CA 91104 (626) 791-4865

Abundant Life Academy

Private · 1-12 · 58 students

1530 Elizabeth Street Pasadena, CA 91104 (626) 398-2418

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 NEW URBAN LIVING IN SOUTH PASADENA

CONDOMINIUMS

LIVE/WORK CONDOS

COMMERCIAL

It has become apparent to many urban planners and other professionals that mixed-use development have many benefits and should be promoted again within the Pasadena area. Just within the Mission District of South Pasadena, a handful of urban mixed use, live/work development projects have been completed since 2003. The Mission Commons is the newest project within the Mission District, joining the Mission District lofts, as well as the Mission Meridian lofts, the Station Lofts, and Pilot Lofts. All buildings offer urban live/work residences that are centrally located to many restaurants, boutiques, and the Mission Metro Gold Line station, which will take you to downtown.

Mission Commons Condominiums
The Mission Commons condominiums in South Pasadena offer modern and comfortable living in the Historic Mission District. The condominiums are conveniently located at the corner of Mission Street and Fremont Avenue just moments from nearby Metro transportation, shopping, fine dining, parks, churches, and prestigious South Pasadena schools.

Mission Commons Live / Work Condominiums
The Mission Commons in South Pasadena offers a unique life style with their Live/Work Condominiums.  The Mission District in South Pasadena has had an influx of urban development and has had an increase of people wanting a live/work lifestyle. Five Live/Work spaces are located at the corner of Mission Street and Fremont Avenue with street frontage on Fremont Avenue. Mission Commons Live/Work Condominiums are ideally located near shops, markets, dining, and transportation all within walking distance.  You’ll no longer need to spend your time in traffic getting from place to place.  You’ll have more time to enjoy all that the Historic Mission District has to offer and catch all the Downtown Los Angeles events and happenings via the Metro station close by. 

5 Live / Work Condominiums available
Starting Price: $410,000
Ranging between approximately 810 SF and 840 SF

Mission Commons Commercial Spaces

6 commercial spaces from $372,000
LEASE: $2.50/SF to $3.20/SF

4,958 SF Total
Minimum: 770 SF    
Average: 826 SF
Maximum Contiguous: 4,958 SF
Extra Patio Space

The Mission Commons. 1401 Mission Street, South Pasadena, California 91030 

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Known as “Pasadena’s biggest and scariest”, this is one of the best Halloween events in the Los Angeles area, thanks to its unique underground setting. Located in the heart of Old Town Pasadena, this haunt  is situated in the basement of an old, historic commercial building. In fact, it is held in the oldest standing building in Old Town. Built in the 1880′s, the historic building was constructed over the site of an abandoned California Mission that was annexed when California was bought from Mexico. It is said that prisoners were kept in the catacombs of the old mission, the current underground site for the Old Town Haunt.

Haunted by numerous ghoulish ghosts and angry apparitions, the underground Old Town Pasadena haunt is more than extensive enough to give you your money’s worth.

The haunt is open for a toned down and less scary children’s matinee on the weekends.

20 N. Raymond Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91103 info@oldtownhaunt.com
www.OldTownHaunt.com

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You don’t have to book a room at the Langham to discover this historic landmarket hotel.  The Langham Pasadena offers day visitors as well as guests of the hotel five star dining, luxury spa treatments, and night life entertainment.

Between three restaurants, the Langham offers ultimate gourmet dining experiences. Michael Voltaggio, chef of The Dining Room at the Langham, recently won first place on the hit show “Top Chef” and he continues to showcase artfully inspired modern American cuisine at the hotels high end restaurant. The Terrace is the Langham’s restaurant that looks over the pool and is notorious for exceptional Sunday champagne brunches.

 The Huntington Spa is a new 11,000-square-foot spa department that  features a fitness center and 13 treatment rooms, offering luxurious services such as massages, facials, body treatments, manicures, pedicures and hair services.

The Bar at the Langham is a cosmopolitan watering hole, where evening cocktails are served in an    elegant atmosphere with live music that is performed on Friday and Saturday evenings.

1401 S. Oak Knoll Avenue, Pasadena Ca 91106. (626) 568-3900   www.pasadena.langhamhotels.com

The Langham Hotel Pasadena