Venice Open Houses April 2 - 5

The first hint of summer is upon us this weekend, and if you love the beach, this is the time to consider a move to Venice. If you're already here, and looking to upgrade, check out these listings.

At Venice Patch House Hunt we’re presenting two homes for sale and two apartments to rent with the hours for the scheduled open houses. Fell free to contact the agents to arrange another time to drop by.

For sale: 2433 Boone Ave. The real estate agent says: This is a private oasis in the Silver Triangle. This home was completely reinvented in 2009. The three-bedroom, two-bathroom home has the perfect indoor/outdoor flow. Large glass windows and sliding glass doors surround the living room, filling it with natural light. The home features a spacious kitchen with gorgeous built-in cabinets and high-end stainless steel appliances. It also features an open floor plan, hardwood floors and surround sound. The master suite opens to a private outdoor patio and features a bath fully finished with a steam shower and high-end fixtures. A wrap-around deck extends the entertaining space, into the fully landscaped front and back yards. There is a parking space.  The home has separate studio space which makes it great for a home office. This is a true entertainer’s home and designed to perfection. It has parking, built-in appliances, dishwasher, disposal, freezer, range, refrigerator, central air, furnace heat and a working fireplace.  Enjoy Venice living at its best. Asking $1,350,000. Open House Sunday, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, April 5, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. www.pardeeproperties.com

For sale: 333 Indiana Ave. The real estate agent says: This exquisite creative residence, designed by artist Chuck Arnoldi, offers limitless possibilities in two stories of expansive living space with soaring 16' ceilings. It is the perfect space to have your own private art gallery. This stunning home features finished concrete and maple floors throughout, a gourmet kitchen with high-end stainless steel appliances, exposed beam ceilings, floor to ceiling windows and skylights throughout which saturate the home with natural light. The lower floor encompasses a private bedroom. The upper floor has a dual purpose spacious master suite that can be additional living space. There’s a great outdoor space. It’s possible to separate the home into two units with two separate entrances. Consider this to be a blank canvas ready to be used by your creativity. The laundry room has a dryer and washer. Built in appliances include a dishwasher, range and refrigerator. Asking $3,350,000.  The open house is Sunday, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. www.pardeeproperties.com

For rent: 313 Mildred Ave. #18 The rental agent says:  This is an amazing upper one-bedroom, one-bathroom remodeled unit just two blocks from the beach with new hardwood floors, a new refrigerator, a new stove, and laundry. This unit comes with one parking space in an open lot. Spaces are not assigned but are by permit only. It rents for $1,450 per month. The open house is from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. seven days a week. www.bsquaredrealty.com

For rent: 1902 Pacific Ave. #1 The landlord says: This bachelor apartment is one block from Venice Beach, unfurnished with half a bath. A cat is okay. There are carpeted floors, a laundry on site, a refrigerator and a microwave. Parking in on the street. It rents for $800 a month. The open house is Saturday, 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Let us know if you have an open house of either an apartment or home that you want us to feature in upcoming House Hunts.