Noteworthy new listings….
“Enclave” is like “eatery,” one of those stuffy words that people never actually say, but it aptly describes fabulous El Caserio, east of Garden Street and north of Canon Perdido. There are just nine homes, all unique, and if you’ve never strolled through, you should. Unit #F, which came on the market a few months ago, has now been joined by 924 Garden Street #D ($2.595 million). “Originally built in 1930 as a residence for musician Loring Andrews, the home was thoughtfully reimagined in the early 1950s by noted architect Lutah Maria Riggs,” says the listing. The rain postponed yesterday’s broker’s open; I’ll check it out today and report back. But I guarantee that I’m going to love the wall of windows. P.S. #E at El Caserio sold off-market last week for $2.995 million.
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The listing for 930 Monte Drive ($8 million) in Hope Ranch calls the architecture “timeless,” but it couldn’t be more 1980s if it was sporting a Benetton shirt and Le Sportsac bag. That’s not necessarily a ding: while there are moments that want to be rethought, there also appears to be promise. Would the HOA allow a homeowner to paint the facade in Bauhaus primary colors? Expect an update on this one, too. In the meantime, admire the trio of turtles in the pool (extra points for the diving board). UPDATE: The main entry floor has real panache, and the pool is delightfully private; the lower level, with many small sets of stairs, is a tougher nut to crack.
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