Robbyn Battles presents your October Market at a Glance. As a lifelong La Crescenta, Montrose, and Glendale area resident and a Realtor with more than 35 years of experience, I track what truly moves our local markets so homeowners, buyers, and...
Success in real estate comes from more than listings and closings, it’s built on teamwork, communication, and genuine relationships. For over 35 years, I’ve worked as a Realtor and Broker Associate helping clients throughout La Crescenta, ...
Selling a home isn’t about tossing it on the MLS and hoping for the best, it’s about a tailored plan. I call this Anatomy of a Sold — the story behind how we sold 3345 Mills Avenue in La Crescenta.
The seller already knew my name �...
Affordable Housing at Luxury Prices: The Real Cost of Building Under ULA (Part Two)If you missed Part One, start there for how ULA is calculated and the $12M sale example.
From Revenue to Results
Since April 2023, Measure ULA has generated ...
Anatomy of a Sold: 3205 Fairesta — Every home has a story, and every sale is a journey. This sweet duplex in La Crescenta wasn’t just an income property — it was a home that had been lovingly owned by the same family for over 50 years....
Friday Night Lights Finally Shine at Crescenta Valley High School. For as long as I can remember, the dream of having lights at Crescenta Valley High School’s football field has lived in the hearts of our community. Gr...
Anatomy of a Sold—not just sold, but how it sold. Here is the story of my latest closing at
3254 Los Olivos Lane in La Crescenta.
It all began with a phone call. The seller had been holding onto my postcards for years, tucked away in her fi...
Dear Reader,
A special visit; Sometimes the best memories come from carousels, train rides, and pink-tipped hair. My three-year-old great-niece came from North Carolina for a two-night sleepover, and I got to be “Auntie Robby.” We s...
Happy July, everyone! I hope you are enjoying your Summer. Here are a few things that have been making me happy lately. In this July 2025 La Crescenta real estate monthly letter, I’m sharing personal milestones, community highlights, an...
If you're thinking about selling your home, this blog post is for you. Something shifted almost down to the day: April 10, 2025. That’s when many seasoned agents across various markets started noticing the real estate market tapping the brake...