The Agency Archives

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The Huntley on Melrose in West Hollywood

ByWendy Bowman
August 5, 2020

Looking to nest in a thriving neighborhood at the center of it all? This newly completed collection of Mid-Century Modern-style residences at The Huntley in the coveted Melrose District has the market cornered with an A-plus locale just steps from some of the city’s hottest nightlife, restaurants and shopping options.

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Naturally Connected in Brentwood & Heavenly Malibu Hideaway

ByWendy Bowman
July 31, 2020

2488 Westridge Road BRENTWOOD | 5 BEDROOMS | 3,807 SQ. FT. Nestled on a lush hillside in coveted…

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Dave Studds on Making a Contemporary Classic in East Manhattan Beach

ByConstance Dunn
July 22, 2020
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David Studds’ meticulous reshaping of the home and yard has yielded a sunlit, user-friendly dwelling that lives much grander than its approximately 2,400 square feet offered by Sharon Umansky Benton of the Agency.

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Billy Rose: Real Estate Visionary & Founder of The Agency

ByDIGS
July 15, 2020

Billy Rose’s entrée to the real estate industry is as unique as it is inspiring. Charting an unusual path starting out practicing law to then becoming a motion picture agent which then led to property development and ultimately to his current gig as Founder/President of The Agency, Billy is a perfect blend of intellect and artist.

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2 Estates: Bel-Air Overlooking Stone Canyon Reservoir & Encino’s Royal Oaks

ByWendy Bowman
June 25, 2020

Private classically-inspired Bel-Air mansion with 5 acres located in a truly beautiful setting overlooking the Stone Canyon Reservoir. And a custom-built residence on the market in Encino’s Royal Oaks neighborhood designed and built by Rauber Homes.

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Where to Stay in Santa Barbara? This 106-Acre Seaside Ranch Maybe?!

ByWendy Bowman
May 15, 2020

This coastal ranch estate is where to stay in Santa Barbara and affords a refuge from the noise and stress of the city

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California Luxury At its Best

ByWendy Bowman
June 5, 2020

The list of luxe features gracing this modern Philip Vertoch-designed residence is seemingly endless, from a wealth of grand, light-filled living space on three levels rife with organic and warm finishes, to jaw-dropping views stretching from Downtown L.A.

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Tom Petty’s Encino Estate For Sale—$4.995M With Romance and Tranquility

ByWendy Bowman
June 16, 2020

Custom built in 1989 to the specifications of its former owner, legendary musician Tom Petty, this impressive Encino estate is a definite chart-topper.

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Jeff Bezos Buys Los Angeles’ Most Expensive Listing

ByWendy Bowman
June 5, 2020

If you haven’t figured it out already, L.A.’s super-high-end residential market is absolutely booming. Price records continue to be shattered at every turn, with the recent sale of a landmark Beverly Hills estate owned by media mogul David Geffen to Amazon Chief Executive Jeff Bezos for $165 million turning out to be just the icing on the cake.

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DIGS Influencer Podcast — Titans of Real Estate

James Harris: Star of Bravo’s “Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles”

ByDIGS
July 6, 2020

James Harris may be a well-known TV personality, but his path to stardom didn’t come easy. Struggling to find his place in the world as a youth growing up in London England, James got his start in real estate at just 16 years of age with a vision of creating a successful life and career—It was a great choice.