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[local] At 3.8M you are paying a premium for the lot size. Comparable homes on the next street sold for 3.2-3.4M in the last 6 months. This is priced for the view but the view is partially obstructed by the neighbor's second story addition.

[neighbor] Best part of this location: 3 minute walk to the trail that connects to Aliso Wood Canyons. Worst part: the elementary school redistricted last year and this address now feeds into the lower-rated one.

That’s bomb

Just ran the numbers and at $4.4M, your monthly payment would be less than renting something comparable here. Worth it.

2,266 sqft is really generous for a 3bd/3ba. Most houses I've toured in Laguna Niguel are way smaller.

In this market? $1.6M feels high. I'd wait a few months and see if it comes down.

The food scene in Laguna Niguel has exploded lately. You won't run out of dinner options living here.

Just ran the numbers and at $1.9M, your monthly payment would be less than renting something comparable here. Worth it.

This part of Laguna Niguel is super underrated. Way quieter than people expect but still close to everything.

The housing market is so cooked. $1.8M for this? Five years ago this was half that.

Just a heads up: I saw three similar houses in Laguna Niguel go pending within the last week. If you like it, move fast.

Anyone know if this complex allows dogs? Looking for pet-friendly in Laguna Niguel and it's been impossible.

Lived near here last year. The Sunday farmers market is incredible — definitely a perk of this area.

I've been tracking Los Angeles listings for months. Inventory is up and prices are leveling off. Good time to be looking.

Compared to the rest of CA, Los Angeles is still relatively affordable for what you get. Won't last forever though.

The neighborhood around here has gotten so much better over the last few years. New coffee shops, restaurants — it's really turning a corner.

Hot take: Laguna Niguel is still undervalued compared to where it's headed. Lock something in now or regret it.

Cozy setup but honestly for Laguna Niguel this is pretty standard. Make the most of the space you get.

Way overpriced. Similar apartments in Austin are going for at least $2,131. I'd negotiate hard.

The running/biking trails near Austin are seriously underrated. If you're into outdoor stuff this is a great spot.

There's a really solid coffee shop within walking distance of here. That alone would sell me on the location.

The Laguna Niguel market has been sitting longer than usual. Might have some negotiating room here.

Does anyone know what utilities typically run in a house this size in Los Angeles? Trying to budget everything out.

At $1.8M you're getting a lot of house. 1,780 sqft is solid for the area.

Be aware the traffic on the main roads near here gets pretty bad during rush hour. But off-peak it's a breeze.

Anyone know if this complex allows dogs? Looking for pet-friendly in Austin and it's been impossible.

If you're WFH, this area is perfect. Quiet during the day, good coffee nearby, and you can actually get a walk in between meetings.

This area is getting a lot of interest from remote workers. Expect competition — good listings don't last more than a few days.

Those floors are gorgeous — looks like real hardwood, not the laminate stuff you see in most rentals around here.

People are sleeping on houses in Los Angeles. Mark my words, in 3 years everyone's going to wish they moved here when they had the chance.

Hot take: Los Angeles is still undervalued compared to where it's headed. Lock something in now or regret it.

Fair warning: parking around El Manor Ave can be a nightmare on weekends. Just something to keep in mind.

Those floors are gorgeous — looks like real hardwood, not the laminate stuff you see in most rentals around here.

If you're WFH, this area is perfect. Quiet during the day, good coffee nearby, and you can actually get a walk in between meetings.

Is this place still available? I reached out to the listing agent but haven't heard back in two days.

Prices in Canoga Park have been wild lately. $1.2M would've been unheard of two years ago for a house like this.

1,530 sqft is really generous for a 4bd/3ba. Most condos I've toured in Laguna Niguel are way smaller.

People are sleeping on condos in Laguna Niguel. Mark my words, in 3 years everyone's going to wish they moved here when they had the chance.

In this market? $650k feels high. I'd wait a few months and see if it comes down.

Everyone saying this is overpriced hasn't looked at what's actually available in Laguna Niguel right now. This is the market. Deal with it.