5 California Homes from Sherman Oaks to Palm Springs Living

Clean lines meet classic comfort in this charming California bungalow on Bevis Avenue in Sherman Oaks. Inside, bright, airy interiors center around a cozy fireplace, creating an easy rhythm for everyday living. The remodeled kitchen is outfitted with modern appliances, well-suited to weeknight dinners and weekend gatherings alike. Three bedrooms and two bathrooms include a primary suite that opens directly to the garden, while two additional bedrooms offer flexibility for work, guests, or hobbies. A converted garage studio adds welcome versatility, giving you space to create, focus, or simply spread out. Out back, a private setting is designed for entertaining, with a lush lawn, fire pit, dining areas, and a covered patio that extends the living space outdoors. Set within the Kester Elementary School District, life here feels both grounded and effortlessly social.

From its elevated setting in South Palm Springs, this desert contemporary townhome at The 2801 brings the San Jacinto Mountains into daily view through large glass doors and light-filled interiors. Ten-foot ceilings heighten the sense of volume across the open-concept living, dining, and kitchen areas, designed to flow naturally for easy hosting. Outdoors, a private backyard oasis pairs a pool and spa with starlit evenings framed by a dramatic mountain backdrop. Thoughtfully planned to live like a single-family home, it offers no shared walls, two generous bedroom suites, and a versatile office/flex space—balanced by the low-maintenance convenience of a condo. Smart home features are complemented by owned solar (grandfathered NEM 2.0) and a Powerwall battery, while HOA dues include water and 2Gb fiber internet for seamless everyday living.

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Within the gated community of Masterpiece Estates in Bakersfield, this custom-built Froehlich residence pairs a thoughtful split-wing layout with warm, hardscape flooring that carries through most of the home. The kitchen is designed for real use and easy hosting, centered around a huge island and finished with custom cabinetry, gorgeous countertops, double ovens, a gas range, and a walk-in pantry. Nearby, the great room anchors daily life with a stone fireplace and stacked sliding doors that glide open to an oversized covered patio for effortless indoor-outdoor flow. A spacious flex room adds welcome versatility, while the private primary suite offers dual vanities, a large walk-in shower, a freestanding soaking tub, and an expansive walk-in closet. Paid solar rounds out the experience with added efficiency and savings, day after day.

A study in contemporary comfort, this beautifully maintained two-level townhome offers thoughtfully designed living space within an exclusive community of just seven residences. Recent upgrades—including fresh interior paint and recently updated appliances—lend a clean, move-in-ready feel. On the main level, an open and inviting floor plan flows effortlessly to a private terrace balcony, creating an easy rhythm for entertaining or unwinding outdoors. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite reads as a true retreat, complete with its own private balcony for quiet mornings or evenings at home. Secondary bedrooms are generously sized as well, with one opening to an additional shared balcony—an arrangement that creates multiple indoor-outdoor moments throughout the residence. Set in Sierra Madre, the home balances a sense of privacy with everyday ease, and living here feels naturally open, airy, and unhurried.

In the heart of Downtown Los Angeles’ South Park District, this 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom condominium at the sought-after Luma Lofts brings modern city living into sharp focus. An open-concept floorplan is framed by soaring ceilings and exposed concrete details, while dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows draw in natural light and take in views of the Downtown skyline. A private balcony offers a quiet moment above the city’s rhythm, and the modern kitchen flows seamlessly into the living area for easy everyday living and entertaining.