CBRE announced the sales of two multifamily properties in Studio City, CA for a total of $9.7 million.
Melinda Russell of CBRE represented the sellers, a private family trust in both transactions.
“Both buildings have been in the family for two generations,” said Russell. “This was a huge value-add opportunity for the buyers to upgrade the properties and significantly raise rents.”
Laurel Towers, which is a 20-unit, 3-story, apartment complex located at 12100 Valley Spring Lane, sold for $5.7 million. Constructed in the 1960’s, the property features a mix of one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments. The site also features a central courtyard pool, elevator and covered, gated parking. It is walking distance to a Trader Joe’s, Gelson’s Markets and numerous upscale shops and cafes along Ventura Boulevard and Ventura Place.
Located at 12121 La Maida Street, this 16-unit apartment building sold for $4 million. The property is on a residential street, surrounded by single-family homes. Similar to Laurel Towers, the site is in walking distance and proximity to many amenities, including coffee shops, restaurants, grocery stores and recreational parks. The two-story property sits just west of Laurel Canyon, consisting of one- and two-bedroom units built around a courtyard with a pool.
“It is very rare that two properties in a highly desirable and quality location such as this, become available,” said Russell. “The seller was ultimately looking for someone to purchase the sites in ‘as is’ condition and a rather quick close, which, due to the high demand for such prime locations, did not deter the buyers”.
Laurel Towers was purchased by a private, local investor, and the buyer of 12121 La Maida was Xenon Investment Corporation, a local investment company. Both were represented by Russell.
Apartment vacancies in the Greater Los Angeles region are expected to remain stable throughout 2018 with a possible temporary rise due to new supply. Rents are likely to continue to increase at a moderate pace, according to CBRE research.king rents resulted in strong investment activity, according to CBRE research.
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