Open Houses in Venice June 11 and 12

Have fun touring these potential homes and seeing where you could possibly live in Venice.  The beginning of summer is the best time to move to our beachside community, because that way you'll be able to chill while the rest of L.A. bakes. As usual we have two houses and two apartments to consider:

For Sale 625 Angelus Pl.  The real estate agent says: This modernized, quintessential, California bungalow style house was originally built in 1922 and was recently updated and expanded. This successfully merges the timeless elements of the last century with today's, while paying attention to detail, style and function. Upon entering the gate the sunlit porch and house draw you in. The open, cook’s kitchen is book ended by the living/dining room and family room leading to the gardens. Surfaces include cherry and teak wood, subway and hex tiles. The light filled, spacious, master suite with shower and claw footed tub also accesses the gardens The second bedroom and bathroom in main house plus guest house match perfectly. The blend of old and new appeals to the most discriminating buyers. It is situated on of the prime streets in Venice adjacent to Abbott Kinney, arguably the most exciting street in Los Angeles and the beach.  This single family home has 2 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. Asking $1,250,000. Open house is Sunday from  2 p.m. to 5 p.m.  http://www.homeasart.com/

For sale 438 Sherman Canal The real estate agent says:This waterfront 2 story beauty on the Venice canals with water views has knock out kitchen with stainless steel appliances. The dining room living room combination has a fireplace with French Doors. There’s a large master bedroom with a sitting room, fireplace and terrace with a spa, hardwood floors, and sky lights. It features a 2 car garage and a boat dock. Asking $2,399,000. Open House is Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.  http://www.sandyberens.com/

 For rent: 17 28th Ave. The apartment manager says: Come join our awesome community in paradise!  This ocean view, one bedroom, one-bath apartment is in a three-story, 30-unit building with assigned garage parking, 50 yards from the beach. It includes a fireplace, laundry room, new carpet and fixtures. One-year lease comes with a free month's rent, on approved credit. The deposit is $2,000. Rent is $2,295 a month. Open house is Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. www.facebook.com/Venice.Beach.Atrium

For rent: 39 Sunset Ave. #302 The rental agency says:  This is a great location a half a block to the beach and boardwalk amenities. The place has new carpet and paint. Rent amount including credit for the first 6 months. It will be $150 more when the 6 months of credit ends. This unit features a common laundry room, and street parking. It rents initially for $1,095. Open house is Saturday, 12 p.m to 4 p.m. and Sunday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. www.ellynesis.com