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Malibu Real Estate Deal Alert!

Malibu Real Estate — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 05:37:23 +0000

One of the best deals I’ve seen hit the Malibu real estate market this month! Short sale deal alert but you’d have to have been on it today to even have a chance. By this evening, there is a good chance that there are more than 4 offers on the Malibu home.The home was crawling with buyers today when I was there!

One reason to work with a local Malibu real estate agent is so you can get the call first when something like this hits the market. I scan the Malibu real estate market every morning at 7am and if an incredible deal comes up I call all my priority buyers who are committed to letting me find them that great buy.

By 8am this morning I had already called a client and had them on their way to the home two hours later.

The home has huge ocean views, 6 bedrooms, and over 5000 sq.ft of newer construction with an asking price under $2m. From the MLS..”A TRULY EXCITING ESTATE WITH WELL THOUGHT OUT FLOOR PLAN & ALL THE AMENITIES AND QUALITY YOU HAVE TO SEE TO APPRECIATE. SPECTACULAR VIEWS FROM JUST ABOUT EVERY ROOM. THE HOME INCLUDES FORMAL DINING ROOM, LIBRARY/STUDY, HOME THEATER, 5 BEDROOMS EACH WITH PRIVATE BATH AND AN ENORMOUS MASTER SUITE. BEAUTIFUL GARDENS, LARGE GRASSY YARD, POOL & LIGHTED SPORT COURT. SURROUNDING TREES & FLOWERS CREATE A COZY, PRIVATE FEELING. SUBJECT TO SHORT SALE APPROVAL. CB SHORT SALE DIVISION.”

If you are interested in deals like this (REO, short sale, bank owned) and want to work closely with a Malibu real estate agent who will call you first, then email me at Malibu real estate @ mac.com; or call 310 699 8428 to discuss needs.

Courtesy of C Cortazzo/CB

Malibu Real Estate Agent On Being too “Wu-Wu”

Malibu Real Estate — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 16:48:03 +0000

Being a Malibu real estate agent is never boring. You meet a wide variety of interesting folks. I’ve seen a lot but this was a first for me today while showing a Malibu home for sale…..

“I mean,…..I’m not totally wu-wu if that’s what you are thinking” my clients states as she pulls out a pair of divining rods made out of copper wire and crystals. They start spinning like crazy (note…it was a very windy) and she tells me the energy of the place is really good…almost as good as Sedona, AZ. “I’ve never seen this before….mind if I make a quick video?” I ask…because you know what? This is the kind of stuff that blogs were made for.
If you need a Malibu real estate agent who can tell you more about a property than divining rods, give me a call at 310 699 8428

What Happens When You Move To Malibu

Malibu Real Estate — Sat, 14 Apr 2012 16:20:17 +0000

A few years ago I received a call from a family that wanted to move from Seattle to Point Dume. I found them a great rental on the Point and they’ve adapted well to their new found lifestyle of sun and outdoor activity. I’m going to guess that the fellow that made this video never would have done anything like this back home.It’s hard to take out a phone when it’s always raining. I think the very fact that he whipped out his phone and gave such amazing, scientific narration, reminiscent of Mutual Of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom, shows just how excited he is to be here in Malibu.

So this is what happens when you move to Malibu. You go out your door and find adventures around the corner. It’s never boring here.

Malibu Beach House Designed By Pierre Koenig Now For Sale

Malibu Real Estate — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 16:56:36 +0000

A landmark Malibu beach house, designed by Pierre Koenig, hit the Malibu real estate market last night for $18.5m. The home sits right above the water on a rocky promontory at the end of Broad Beach and features giant walls of glass that take in some of the best views in all of Malibu. When inside, it seems as though you are looking at a 480″ HD plasma TV watching a segment of Planet Earth that was filmed in Malibu. Imagine Sigourney Weaver’s voice as the camera pans left over the cove….”Here, dolphins marvel at the glass and steel structure while the rhythmic pulse of the tides yield an ever changing view of the cove. But all is not well in Paradise…..Soon an army of window washers descend on the magnificent structure clinging to the surface like ants on a glass Rubiks Cube”

From the MLS “Once in a lifetime opportunity to purchase Pierre Koenig’s last built project. 11 years in the making Koenig’s LaFetra Beach House was described by Pierre as being “a perfect jewel” and “with a view that rivals CSH #22″. Gated on a cul de sac with its own drawbridge, this architectural marvel could no longer be built in this location. Radiant heated, solar powered, steel, concrete & glass assembled in this perfectly designed breath-taking site.”

For showing requests contact Mike Gardner at Prudential Malibu Realty direct at 310 699 8428

Listed with Cory Weiss Partners Trust

New To The Malibu Real Estate Market Last Night!

Malibu Real Estate — Sun, 04 Mar 2012 17:08:22 +0000

Doug Burdge is a local architect and good friend who has designed some of the nicest homes ever built in Malibu. Real estate agents often use his name in the descriptions within the MLS as a way of conveying the quality and perfectly executed design aesthetic one could expect when buying a home like this in Malibu. The next blog post in a few days is going to feature every Doug Burdge home for sale within the Malibu real estate market right now.

New to the market last night is a home Doug designed that is located in Serra Retreat, a neighborhood known for it’s privacy with full time guards at it’s entrances. Located at 3200 Retreat Court, the 6 bedroom, 9 bath home sits on sprawling grounds with an oversized swimming pool complete with a water slide and a cave located behind a waterfall. The only thing missing is a Lazy River (there’s enough room for a large one) and a margarita machine!

I had the chance to tour this home with Doug last year and was really impressed with the layout of the home. It’s very large in volume but still feels like a family oriented home. There is also a large guest house/office space that is ideal for someone who works from home.

Contact Mike Gardner at Prudential Malibu Real Estate 310 699 8428 for more info.
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From the MLS “SPECTACULAR GUARD GATED SERRA RETREAT ESTATE! RECENTLY COMPLETELY REBUILT AND REMODELED WITH THE ABSOLUTE FINEST FINISHES! EXTREMELY PRIVATE LOCATION BEHIND GATES AT THE END OF A QUIET CUL-DE-SAC, A TRULY SENSATIONAL SETTING FOR THIS SOPHISTICATED MALIBU COMPOUND. AMONG THE HOMES MANY ATTRIBUTES ARE A DETACHED GUEST HOUSE, AND A 5 CAR GARAGE. INTERIOR AMMENITIES INCLUDE A STATE OF THE ART THEATER(CURRENTLY UNDER CONSTRUCTION) BEAUTIFUL HARDWOOD AND STONE FLOORS, DRAMATIC DOUBLE ISLAND KITCHEN WITH ZEBRA WOOD CABINETRY, TWO FAMILY ROOMS, SOARING TWO STORY CEILINGS AND A WIDE OPEN FLOORPLAN FOR ENTERTAINING. THE RESORT QUALITY GROUNDS ARE SECOND TO NONE! AN AMAZING POOL WITH WATERFALLS AND SLIDE, FULL SIZED LIGHTED SPORTS COURT, FIREPLACE, BBQ CENTER, ENORMOUS MANICURED LAWNS AND MATURE LANDSCAPE PROVIDE AN AWE INSPIRING BACKYARD EXPERIENCE! THIS ONE OF A KIND PROPERTY WILL IMPRESS!”

Complete slide show here

Listed with Jordan Cohen/ Remax

Malibu West Bank Owned REO Deal Alert

Malibu Real Estate — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 16:54:28 +0000

Another smoking deal on a bank owned Malibu home for sale! Less than 5 hours ago a new listing hit the Malibu real estate market that will be gone shortly if you don’t act quick. Asking $1,119,000, this Malibu West home has three bedrooms and has been nicely upgraded. This Malibu home for sale also comes with beach rights at the Malibu West Beach club on Broad Beach. Call for a showing 310 699 8428 or request a list of bank owned Malibu properties for sale. Email for Bank Owned List
From the MLS….”BANK OWNED REO! GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO OWN IN DESIRABLE MALIBU WEST LOCATED ON A BEAUTIFUL TREE LINED STREET THIS SINGLE LEVEL HOME FEATURES 3 BEDROOMS AND 2 BATHROOMS. THE GARAGE HAS BEEN CONVERTED TO A DEN/OFFICE SPACE/ LIVING ROOM & FEATURES RANCH STYLE WINDOW OPENINGS. THE PROPERTY IS SITUATED JUST BEHIND A CREEK AND FEATURES A NICE GRASSY AREA AS WELL AS A COVERED SITTING AREA IN THE GARDEN AND CONCRETE/BRICK PATIO JUST OFF THE BACK SIDE OF THE HOUSE. GREAT HOME JUST BLOCKS FROM THE OCEAN.”

listed with J Cohen Re/Max

Homes In Malibu With Big Ocean Views

Malibu Real Estate — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 02:46:22 +0000

There are two homes in Malibu for sale that are worth seeing if you like modern architecture and jetliner ocean views.
The first home in Malibu that I’m a huge fan of is the listing at 27312 Winding Way. This one of a kind modern home is set in to the side of your very own private mountain with views looking over Paradise Cove and the bluffs of Point Dume. This is the home you buy if you want to be like Tony Stark in his Malibu Iron Man House. I’m not kidding when I say that this home has a similar views to what you’d see from a plane a 10,000 feet flying over Malibu. Also, if you need privacy and security, it’s got that too with only an occasional deer breaching the perimeter. It hit the Malibu real estate market at over $8m is now a deal at $6,750,000.
Form the MLS “STAGED & REDUCED! THE BRIDGE HOUSE, CHRISTOPHER R. SORENSEN AIA. INCREDIBLE OCEAN VIEWS FROM EVERY ROOM OF THIS PRIVATE GATED CUL DE SAC LOCATION. THIS BRAND NEW HOME IS COMPLETE AND READY FOR MOVE IN. RIFT SAWN OAK FLOORS, CONTEMPORARY STYLE AND A POOL WITH YOUR OWN MOUNTAIN TO HIKE AND ENJOY. GREAT SEPARATION OF THE PRIVATE AND PUBLIC AREAS MAKE THIS HOME IDEAL FOR ENTERTAINING. SELLER HAS HAD MEETINGS WITH THE CITY AND THE PROPERTY COULD EASILY HAVE A TWO ROOM GUEST HOUSE ADDED OVER THE GARAGE.” The website can be viewed here The Bridge House

The other Malibu home for sale is one of my personal listings in Malibu. The home is located at 5710 Trancas Canyon and is a one of a kind compound that includes a 5000 sq. ft. guest house that is perfect for use as a studio for an architect, photographer, or music producer. This home also sits on top of a mountain top and is very secure and private.From the MLS “THIS MODERN MALIBU ESTATE SITS ON 10 ACRES W/360-DEGREE OCEAN, MOUNTAIN, & CANYON VIEWS. APPX. 9700 SQ.FT IN 3 BUILDINGS. BUILT OF STEEL & GLASS, SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS & WATER FEATURES. THE MAIN RESIDENCE SITS ON TOP OF HILL W/LIVING AREA, DINING AREA, CANTILEVERED FIREPLACE, & CUSTOM CHEF’S KITCHEN. MASTER SUITE FEATURES ROOF THAT OPENS TO SKY, BUILT-IN CEDAR-LINED CLOSETS, & WALK-IN SHOWER THAT OPENS TO OUTDOORS. ON LOWER LEVEL OF MAIN HOUSE IS LAUNDRY ROOM, MEDIA ROOM, & OFFICE OR CAN BE USED AS 2 GUEST BDRMS W/BATHRM. THE ROOF HAS FIREPLACE, HERB GARDEN, & WATER FEATURES. DOWN DRIVEWAY IS STUDIO, WHICH IS SURROUNDED BY TURTLE & KOI POND. OPPOSITE STUDIO IS SOLAR-HEATED SALTWATER POOL, SAUNA, ENTERTAINMENT PAVILION, & POOL HSE W/KITCHEN & BATHRM. STUDIO HAS OFFICE W/CONFERENCE ROOMS, KITCHEN, BATHRM, & GUEST QUARTERS W/SEPT. ENTRANCE, BEDROOM/LIVING AREA, KITCHEN, & BATHROOM. DOWNHILL FROM STUDIO IS ANOTHER GUESTHOUSE W/GYM, BATHRM, & STORAGE. INCLUDES WEST MALIBU BEACH CLUB RIGHTS.”

The Malibu Buddha Condo Contest Game

Malibu Real Estate — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 18:38:43 +0000

One of the really fun things about being a Malibu real estate agent is that I get to go in to hundreds of homes for sale each year and check out people’s interpretation of ”good style.” Most Malibu homes are decorated in a way that looks like they are fresh out of Metropolitan Home Mag, Dwell, or from a Pottery Barn catalog — but every once in a while you run into something out of the ordinary. There is one condo for sale on Point Dume that is so unique I’m tempted to start a new game called the “Guess the number of Buddhas in this house?”

Before you start counting Buddhas, there is one other fantastic thing worth mentioning about this Malibu condo: The unit was once owned by a well-known female lifeguard who has performed dozens of heroic rescues in local waters without any real training.

Before the current owner, she created a one-of-a-kind master bathroom in which the bather could be the evening’s entertainment viewed from anywhere in the master bedroom. This bathroom has a spa tub with a nearby viewing platform (the bed) and Roman cistern that one could pose naked next to pretending to fill the tub with recently fetched well water. Post-bath, one could saunter over to the fully exposed overhead shower with a faux finished rock grotto floor with no walls . . . just a curtain that looks like it was designed to be pulled shut in emergencies — like when kids come walking in. The overall theme seems to be possibly influenced from a trip to Medieval Times with fake castle-style block walls and diamond patterned stenciling.

Back to the Buddha game. The first person that guesses the number closest to the right answer is going to win a custom-printed Malibu photograph.
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So if you are in market for a place on Point Dume that was once owned by a famous celebrity, can claim it has a “sexy” master bathroom with naughty bathing grotto, and has more cosmic karma than Sedona at summer solstice, then you may have just found your next home.

All commentary aside (couldn’t resist) here is the low down….. I showed this place a few times and it’s a well priced condo on Point Dume with some very nice upgrades. While the bathroom will likely need a remodel, the floors and finishes in the rest of the house have had a lot of money put in to them. The kitchen has nice cabinets and newer appliances. The distressed wood floors are like the type you see in higher end homes around Malibu. There is even an open bonus space that could easily become a third bedroom. Best of all you get a beach key to Little Dume and rentals in this complex run about $3500 per month if you are looking for an investment property.

Call 1 310 699 8428 for a showing. These units don’t come up to often and are considered by many to be the nicest units available on Point Dume.

Bank Owned Malibu Home For Sale

Malibu Real Estate — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 06:17:03 +0000

This is a smoking deal! A Malibu Park home for sale under $1.2M! This bank owned home has 4 bedrooms and is in a great, family friendly area of Malibu near the high school. This Malibu home for sale is offered at $1,169,500 and I’ll be willing to bet that there will be at least three offers on by the end of next week. If you want to live in Malibu, make your move now, and take a run at this great home.
From the MLS “BANK OWNED REO! FANTASTIC HOME JUST MINUTES FROM ZUMA BEACH. PROPERTY WAS RECENTLY REMODELED AND SHOWS AS A 4 BEDROOM 2 3/4 BATHROOM ESTATE. THIS PROPERTY HAS VAULTED CEILING ENTRY, HARDWOOD FLOORING, REMODELED KITCHEN, NICE GATED YARD, STORAGE SHEDS, SPORTS COURT AND SO MUCH MORE. PLEASE CALL FOR MORE DETAILS. FANTASTIC LOCATION!”
CALL FOR A SHOWING BUT DONT WAIT. MALIBU REAL ESTATE AGENT MIKE GARDNER 1-310-699-8428

Michael Gardner On Good Morning America

Malibu Real Estate — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 05:20:33 +0000

A few weeks ago I filmed a segment for Good Morning America and it finally aired today! The focus of the story was about agents hosting over-the-top open house parties to attract other agents and clients to a home. I have a few comments about this whole experience that I’d like to share with my blog’s readers.
In one aspect, selling real estate is a marketing game where the agent’s job is to expose the home to the world using any means possible. Some agents think they only need to put up a sign and throw some money at a magazine or newspaper for some ads. I come from a different school of thought. One that mixes a little P.T. Barnum from the promotion and publicity stand point, and a little Seth Godin and Gary Vaynerchuk in the marketing department. Mix in an excellent understanding of SEO and online marketing and the entire world is now my target demographic.
So when I got this listing, I started thinking about first how I must reach the agents. I wanted every agent in town to know about the listing. The idea of giving away Botox popped into my head and at first I thought for sure I’d offend the homeowner or the Beverly Hills agents. I remember calling my client on the phone and saying, ” I’ve got an idea I want to bounce off of you.” She’s a smart lady and immediately was game for it in a “hell, yes!” kinda way. Then I asked a few agents who, let’s just say, likely know how many units it takes to look 10 years younger than they are. They too responded with a “just let me know when and where” and with a whisper confided in me that they were due for a treatment and hoped to win. We did a bunch of other stuff shown in the video below which I hope you watch after reading this.
Let me cut to the chase on the event. We had nearly 70-plus agents show up to a home located up a hill that is hard to get agents to come to. The LA Times, AOl.com, The Sun UK, and about 20 other media outlets, newspapers, and blogs all picked up on the story. Many of them provided links to the property website which gave us a huge spike in traffic from around the world. Then GMA called to do the segment and two production companies called me in for interviews.
Agents were talking about it for weeks and when I recently spoke at a conference in San Diego about half in attendance had heard about the open house. Yes there was a lot of publicity to me, the agent, but there was also a huge buzz about the house the came with the package. 70 agents was double the number I was considering a success for the open house and I can only imagine the conversation that morning agents had when deciding on which houses they were going to see on caravan.
If you have a home for sale and want an agent who really loves just thinking of ways to promote and market a home, give me a call. I need a new listing to try my next big idea on. Interview me for your home’s listing and I promise to give you at least 20 things I can do better than any other agent.
-Malibu Real Estate Agent Mike Gardner 310 699 8428

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