What $600,000 buys in Los Angeles, San Diego and Orange County

Nearly all of Southern California saw its unsold inventory dip in the month of August, with the one exception being Ventura, according to a survey by the National Assn. of Realtors. The barometer of housing-market health showed the biggest month-over-month change in Los Angeles, San Diego and Orange counties, indicating a continued seller’s market.

Here’s a sample of what about $600,000 buys in those three counties.

COMMERCE: This renovated 1950s bungalow features such updates as white shaker cabinets, quartz countertops and a two-tone paint scheme.

Address: 7015 Lanto St., Commerce, 90040

Listed for: $600,000 for three bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms in 1,235 square feet (0.42-acre lot)

Features: Laminate wood floors; updated master bathroom; deep lot

About the area: In the 90040 ZIP Code, based on three sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in July was $325,000, down 9.7% year over year, according to CoreLogic.

SAN DIEGO: Drought-tolerant landscaping and plenty of patio room for entertaining highlight this updated home in the Rancho Penasquitos community.

Address: 11282 Del Diablo Way, San Diego, 92129

Listed for: $599,999 for three bedrooms, two bathrooms in 1,472 square feet (7,000-square-foot lot)

Features: Hardwood floors; modern fixtures; living room with fireplace

About the area: In the 92129 ZIP Code, based on 38 sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in July was $735,000, up 2.4% year over year, according to CoreLogic.

RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA: Skylights, clerestory windows and French doors invite natural light within this single-story house in a planned community.

Address: 11 Calle Vaqueta, Rancho Santa Margarita, 92688

Listed for: $605,000 for three bedrooms, two bathrooms in 1,272 square feet (4,500-square-foot lot)

Features: Custom hickory-pecan cabinetry; master suite with his and hers closets

About the area: In the 92688 ZIP Code, based on 31 sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in July was $700,000, up 3.7% year over year, according to CoreLogic.

MONTECITO HEIGHTS: This Victorian-esque home, dating back to more than a century ago, has a whimsical vibe, with its pitched roof and gingerbread fretwork.

Address: 3534 Griffin Ave., Los Angeles, 90031

Listed for: $599,000 for three bedrooms, one bathroom in 840 square feet (5,798-square-foot lot)

Features: Remodeled interior; bay windows; hillside viewing deck

About the area: In the 90031 ZIP Code, based on eight sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in July was $364,000, down 10.2% year over year, according to CoreLogic.

VISTA: Found within the Madison Lane community, this upgraded two-story takes in sweeping views of the surrounding area.

Address: 1113 Stratton Drive, Vista, 92083

Listed for: $600,000 for three bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms in 2,785 square feet (0.34-acre lot)

Features: Travertine tile floors; vaulted ceilings; center-island kitchen

About the area: In the 92083 ZIP Code, based on 28 sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in July was $410,000, up 3.1% year over year, according to CoreLogic.

ANAHEIM HILLS: This single-story, built in 1974, features an upgraded kitchen, new flooring and a living room with vaulted ceilings.

Address: 5917 E. Avenida Arbol, Anaheim Hills, 92807

Listed for: $599,900 for three bedrooms, 1.75 bathrooms in 1,328 square feet (5,200-square-foot lot)

Features: Wood-burning fireplace; master bedroom with new shower

About the area: In the 92807 ZIP Code, based on 34 sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in July was $725,000, up 7.3% year over year, according to CoreLogic.

— Neal J. Leitereg

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