Dec. 31--A mature magnolia tree decorated with wind chimes and chandeliers provides cover for an entertainer's courtyard at this colorful home in Santa Monica. Inside, light-filled living spaces feature warming wood floors, crisp white crown molding and a mix of vibrant hues.
Address: 903 18th St., Santa Monica, 90403
Price: $2.595 million
Built: 1922
House size: 2,002 square feet, three bedrooms, two bathrooms
Lot size: 5,075 square feet
Features: Courtyard entrance, hardwood floors, French doors, crown molding, formal living and dining rooms, updated eat-in kitchen, breakfast nook, loft/bonus room, deck/patio, outdoor dining area, drought tolerant landscaping
About the area: The median sale price for single-family homes in the 90403 ZIP Code in November was $3.019 million, based on 1 sale, according to CoreLogic. That was a 40.6% increase in median price compared with November 2014's.
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