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Caravan in La Crescenta

Posted on August 17, 2008 by John Hickey

Every Tuesday we Realtors hold houses open for each other in La Crescenta CA, Montrose CA, Glendale CA, and La Canada CA. These wonderful communities are nestled into the Verdugo Hills and San Gabriel Mountains just east of Pasadena CA. Here are four of the better values I saw on the La Crescenta Caravan this week:

2926 Adams St in La Crescenta is located above Foothill Blvd, next to Two Strike Park. This is a very private three bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home in La Crescenta CA. This great home is listed for $549,950. It’s in a wonderful neighborhood, near award winning schools and more.

3653 Fifth Ave in La Crescenta CA is located below Foothill Blvd, close to Dunsmore Park and award winning schools. This 3 bedroom, 1 3/4 bathroom home has new landscaping, central heat and air and is located in a wonderful neighborhood. Offered at $569,000.

2328 Chapman Rd in La Crescenta is in prestigious Briggs Terrace, close to Two Strike Park. Chapman Road is a private street in La Crescenta and part of it is gated. This custom built, 2 bedroom home is in the gated portion andfeatures a pool, lovely gardens and more for $875,000.

2542 Olive Ave in La Crescenta CA is located in a quiet private street far above Foothill Blvd. Nestled against the San Gabriel Mountains this home is close to Goss Canyon and Pickens Canyon with many hiking trails into the mountains. Two Strike Park and great schools are also nearby. What a great area! This 3 bedroom home is listed at $499,900.

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Categories : La Crescenta Homes, Parks, Verdugo Hills

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This Week’s La Crescenta Caravan

Posted on August 8, 2008 by John Hickey

Every Tuesday we Realtors hold houses open for each other in La Crescenta CA, Montrose CA, Glendale CA, and La Canada CA. These wonderful communities are nestled into the Verdugo Hills and San Gabriel Mountains just east of Pasadena CA. Here are two of the better values I saw on the La Crescenta Caravan this week:

3571 Emanuel Dr is located in the Oakmont Woods neighborhood of Glendale. A three bedroom, three bathroom home for only $847,000! Oakmont Woods is a great little area of cul de sacs nestled into the Verdugo Hills. Emanuel Drive is located at the top of the neighborhood and many of the homes on Emanuel have wonderful views of the Crescenta Valley. One of La Crescenta’s big attractions is the natural beauty of the area. Another is the award winning La Crescenta schools.

3702 Los Olivos Ln in La Crescenta, located above Foothill Blvd next to Dunsmore Park. The two bedroom house is located close to public and private schools and features lovely mountain views for $495,500. This cutie is already sold!

2306 Blanchard Dr in Glendale, minutes from Verdugo Park is surrounded by great hiking on the nearby mountain trails. Blanchard Drive is a pleasant tree-lined road and 2306 Blanchard Drive, with amazing curb appeal is listed for $1,295,000.

3465 Downing Ave is a two bedroom home in the Sparr Heights neighborhood of Glendale. Sparr Heights is adjacent to the Montrose shopping area, with it’s charming shops and restaurants. A real pleasure to stroll through this neighborhood – it gets top ratings from everyone in the area. This Spanish-style, handyman’s delight is listed at $609,000.

3653 Fifth Ave in La Crescenta is located between Crescenta Valley park and Dunsmore park. A three bedroom, two bathroom home for only $569,000. This tree-shaded home is within the award winning La Crescenta school district and in a great neighborhood.

Categories : La Crescenta Homes, Los Angeles Real Estate, Parks, Verdugo Hills

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Renaissance Faire

Posted on April 13, 2008 by John Hickey

Just 20 Minutes from La Crescenta

The Renaissance Pleasure Faire Artisans’ Market at the Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area in Irwindale opened on April 5 and runs thru May 18th.

Opening the Renaissance Faire
Officials gather in front of the gate discussing important festival matters. Costumed actors mingle with visitors showing wares, joking and occasionally being a little Elizabethan! Enjoy the election – all the Candidates for Mayor have the same campaign manager and want your vote. Singing, crafts, shows, mischief & merriment.

Artisans & Peasants Trooping from Arena

Peasants & artisans leave the field of battle to make room for Knights of the Realm to do battle on horseback.

Renaissance Artisan Jon Price

Local Artisan, Jon Price, and his ceramic wares.

Categories : Local Sights, Parks

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Spend Some of Your Weekend at Deukmejian Park

Posted on March 15, 2008 by John Hickey

The Sights In & Around Deukmejian Wilderness Park

The Deukmejian Wilderness Park was originally the winery of the Mesnager family.
Overlooking La Crescenta neighborhoods, this view of the Verdugo Hills is enjoyed by many homeowners in the area.
The child in everyone’s heart enjoys wildflowers.
Deukmejian Wilderness Park, in the San Gabriel Mountains, overlooks La Canada, La Crescenta & the Verdugo Hills. Families from throughout the neighborhoods of La Crescenta, Montrose & Glendale enjoy the wonderful setting & beautiful views from the Deukmejian Wilderness Park. Overlooking Glendale & the Verdugo Hills, the City of Glendale purchased the property in 1988 and opened the park in 1989. Originally owned by the Mesnager family through most of the 20th century, the Mesnagers operated a winery there until 1920 with the passage of Prohibition. The history of Deukmejian Park & the Mesnager families development of the original property can be found at Glendale’s webpage on Deukmejian Park