Case Study: Allin Street — Belmont Shore Crash Pad, Refined to “Can I buy it Fully Furnished?”
A bright, remodeled corner condo on the sand, a seller living in the space, and one smart tweak: We warmed the home up with live-in-friendly staging that made every room feel welcoming. The result was instant emotional buy-in, including a buyer who literally asked to purchase it fully furnished.
Quick Stats
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Address | 3939 E Allin St #209, Long Beach, CA 90803 |
| Beds/Baths | 1 / 1 |
| Interior size | 649 sq ft |
| List price | $549,000 |
| Sold price | $540,000 |
| Days on market | 29 |
| HOA dues | $340.53 per month |
| Parking | 1 gated underground space |
| Building notes | Corner unit with balcony and ocean, city, and treetop views; controlled access, elevator, sauna, recreation room, guest parking; HOA includes water, trash, insurance, and building/grounds; in-unit laundry and AC allowed |
Challenges
Condition of the home
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No major hurdles before listing. The sellers kept it looking great.
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Minor scuffs to touch up and a dishwasher parked in the dining area creating visual noise.
Seller Context
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This was the sellers’ LA crash pad, with their primary residence in Las Vegas.
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We set a 45-day escrow to give them time to choose and secure a replacement home.
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Coordinated with their Las Vegas agent because the purchase was contingent on the Vegas sale.
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Secured two extra days after closing at no cost, and helped them purchase in San Pedro for a smooth move.
Solution: A Keen Eye For How a Little Can Go a Long Way
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Removed the extra dishwasher, stored it at our office for about two to three months, then delivered it to the sellers’ new home at no cost.
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Partial staging and space planning to boost warmth and scale without disrupting daily life: new pillows that photographed well, a welcoming balcony setup, layered rugs to disguise wear, thoughtful decluttering, a bedskirt to hide shoes, plus a refreshed bath mat and shower curtain. Also at no cost.
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Advised painting out scuffs, which the sellers handled.
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Verified key HOA details in advance, including reserves, coverages, and insurance, so buyers and lenders had clear answers.
Results
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Two offers received. One was sight unseen and one came in 9,000 dollars under asking.
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We advised against the sight-unseen buyer due to risk and countered only the buyers who toured.
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Closed at 540,000 dollars after 29 days on market, with the rest of the terms shifted in the sellers’ favor.
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Staging impact in the wild: interest was strong enough that a buyer asked to purchase the condo fully furnished.
Staging is not only for vacant homes. Thoughtful partial staging by an agent who knows the market can create a lived-in, lovable look while remaining fully functional for day-to-day life. In this case, it helped buyers connect quickly and confidently.
Chloe Misisco
Co-Listing Agent For The Sale
Haley Delagnes
Co-Listing Agent For The Sale
If you’re buying or selling in LA County, run, don’t walk, to Chloe. She was absolutely incredible from start to finish, truly the kind of agent who goes above and beyond in every way. We had some prep work to do before listing our home, and Chloe not only coordinated every single detail, she and her team at Pardee Properties fronted the cost and managed the entire process seamlessly. At one of the most stressful points, she messaged me and said, “I will take care of it all.” And she meant it. I felt a wave of relief wash over me, and it confirmed to me that we were in the best hands. Chloe is warm, personable, and an incredible communicator. She’s not afraid to hop on the phone to push things forward and get answers. She worked tirelessly (late nights!), showed up to appointments with her newborn in tow, and never missed a beat. She’s truly doing it all, and doing it with grace, grit, and so much heart. I work in a field adjacent to real estate, so I’ve seen a lot and I can confidently say Chloe stands out as a rare gem in this industry. We were so impressed that we’ve already referred her to sell my parents’ home.
- Seller via Zillow
