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By Dan May April 28, 2026
Lake Balboa Fixer-ADU Opportunity 6555 De Celis Listed at $599,000
By Dan May April 24, 2026
West LA Real Estate Update: Castle Heights Area Home in Escrow
By Dan May April 9, 2026
 Is Spring 2026 a Good Time to Sell a Home on LA’s Westside?
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By Dan May March 9, 2026
Castle Heights remains one of the smaller but consistently active residential markets on Los Angeles’ Westside. Located between Beverlywood and Culver City , the neighborhood attracts buyers looking for a central location with convenient access to employment centers, dining, and entertainment throughout the Westside. 
By Dan May February 12, 2026
Westside Sellers: Why Early Planning Matters More Than Early Listing For homeowners considering a sale this year, February is less about listing immediately—and more about strategic positioning . Sellers who start planning early often benefit from a clear pricing and marketing road map—learn more about our Seller services on the Westside . On the Westside of Los Angeles, homes that perform best in spring are rarely last-minute decisions. They’re the result of thoughtful planning that begins weeks—or even months—earlier.
By Dan May January 22, 2026
What Beverlywood Home Sales Show Over Time Each January, I step back and look at what actually happened in our local real estate market — not forecasts or headlines, but real, closed sales. Over more than a decade of reviewing this data, one pattern has stood out: the number of homes sold each year remains relatively consistent, while prices steadily rise. This January snapshot looks first at Beverlywood as a whole, then drills down into three key sub-markets where I have long-standing experience and market share: Beverlywood HOA, Castle Heights, and Reynier Village. All data referenced in the final version of this report are based on single-family home sales reported in the Combined LA/Westside MLS, using consistent boundaries year over year.
By KCM Crew January 12, 2026
Would-be homebuyers aren’t sitting on the sidelines because they don’t want to buy. They’re sitting out because they think they can’t.
By KCM Crew January 8, 2026
Wondering what to expect from the housing market in 2026? You’re not the only one.
By KCM Crew January 7, 2026
If you’re thinking about selling your house this year, you may be torn between two options.
By KCM Crew January 5, 2026
Finding the right home feels exciting – but being pre-approved for your loan is what makes it possible.
By KCM Crew January 1, 2026
Momentum is quietly building in the housing market.
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By Dan May December 31, 2025
A year-end look at Westside Los Angeles real estate trends, pricing insights, and planning tips for homeowners and buyers heading into the new year.
By KCM Crew December 31, 2025
If you’re trying to decide if you’re ready to become a homeowner in the next twelve months, there’s probably a lot on your mind.
By KCM Crew December 29, 2025
If a move is on your radar for 2026, there’s a lot more working in your favor than there has been in a while.
By KCM Crew December 25, 2025
There’s a lot of conversation about home prices, mortgage rates, and affordability right now – and those things are important.