2321 Manning Ave - $35K Over Asking After Strategic Prep in West LA
01 · The Situation
Where this started.
At 2321 Manning Ave, Meredith Gruszka and Pardee Properties used professional cleaning, staging, photography, and strategic pricing to help a 1,740-square-foot West LA Spanish home make a strong first impression. The home went under contract after 9 days on market and closed at $2,330,000, which was $35,000 over the $2,295,000 list price.
- Seller looking for a smooth sale, clear pricing strategy, and a strong result without weeks of market disruption.
02 · The Challenge
What made it complicated.
- Creating immediate buyer urgency for a West LA Spanish home near Cheviot Hills and Century City.
- Making the home feel polished and market-ready through cleaning, staging, and photography.
- Turning early buyer interest into a strong over-asking result without a long listing period.
03 · What Pardee Did
- Targeted Pardee Prep - Coordinated professional cleaning, staging, and photography to elevate the home's presentation from day one.
- Strategic Pricing - Launched at $2,295,000 to create strong buyer response for a West LA home near Cheviot Hills and Century City.
- Lifestyle Positioning - Highlighted the Spanish character, upgraded interior, smart-home features, and professionally redesigned backyard.
- Decisive Negotiation - Converted early interest into a $2,330,000 closing price, $35,000 over asking.
04 · The Result
9 days. $35K over list.
- Polished Presentation - Cleaning, staging, and photography helped the home show bright, finished, and ready for market.
- Fast Market Response - Went under contract after 9 days on market.
- Over-Asking Success - Closed at $2,330,000, which was $35,000 over asking.
Strategic prep, pricing, and presentation can create urgency quickly. Pardee Properties helps sellers identify what matters, launch with confidence, and negotiate from a stronger position. Want this level of support on your sale? Let's connect!
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