Ethan Applen Real Estate

Ethan Applen Real Estate Representing buyers, sellers, and investors across Los Angeles and Southern California. DRE #02136266

We went through the whole independent school application process a few years ago, and it was...A LOT. The schools are am...
07/29/2026

We went through the whole independent school application process a few years ago, and it was...A LOT. The schools are amazing, but there's so much information to gather and consume - and there was no single place where we could find information about all the schools that were even options for us.

So I finally created one.

The 405-to-170 Private School Playbook covers 13 independent schools along Ventura Blvd — real tuition numbers, admissions timelines, and honest intel from a Studio City parent. Full disclosure - our son goes to one of these schools, where I recently joined the board!

It's completely free.

Link in bio → ethanapplen.com/school-guide



05/11/2026

Modern. Massive but Family-Focused. Completely Private. Studio City Foothills.

$28,000,000
​- Over 1 acre of lush, landscaped grounds.
​- 7 beds / 11 baths / 10,800+ sq ft.
- Detached guest house + full wellness center.
​- Epic outdoor kitchen with a pizza oven.

​One of a couple of "once-in-a-generation" trophy kinds of properties currently on the market in Studio City, this one feels miles away from the city while being right in the heart of it.

My favorite elements may be the return of the sunken conversation pit, along with the sculptural tub in the primary bath.

​Listed with Karen Medved of Compass

​text/call 818-522-4827
[email protected]
DRE # 02136266

The Elite Falconry Experience Living our best Highlands life, this was one of the coolest things I’ve ever done, and de...
04/08/2026

The Elite Falconry Experience

Living our best Highlands life, this was one of the coolest things I’ve ever done, and definitely a highlight of the trip.

After driving to Fife about an hour outside of Edinburgh, we met up with the amazing crew from Elite Falconry. They’ve got over 70 birds on site, either rescued or born in captivity; falconry is highly regulated in the UK, and I’m pretty sure the folks at Elite liked birds more than people (though they treated us great!)

We got the chance to go out into the fields with working birds Gonzo (the Eurasian Eagle Owl) and Aisha (a Harris hawk.) They paced us as we walked, swooping in to land on our gloves when we called them or offered food. Once in a lifetime experience, can’t recommend it enough!

UK Spring Break 2026 - The Edinburgh Experience, Pt 21) Hanging out with "Dolly" at the 2) Lunch with Paddington3) Walki...
04/08/2026

UK Spring Break 2026 - The Edinburgh Experience, Pt 2

1) Hanging out with "Dolly" at the
2) Lunch with Paddington
3) Walking down The Water of Leith Walkway
4) Edinburgh neighborhoods
5) Harry Coo at
6) FUN at
7) Amazing dinner at
8) Exploring the "Closes" of the city
9) R&R at the hotel after all the walking
10) Dad gets some scotch time!

UK Spring Break 2026 - The Edinburgh Experience, Pt 11) 4 hour train from London to Edinburgh2) The AMAZING Balmoral Hot...
04/04/2026

UK Spring Break 2026 - The Edinburgh Experience, Pt 1

1) 4 hour train from London to Edinburgh
2) The AMAZING Balmoral Hotel
3) The last Harry Potter book was written here
4) The view from the hotel room into Old Town and Arthur's Seat
5) Palm Court at where you can have high tea
6) Alex working part-time behind the Concierge desk
7) Family tourists!
8) Guided tour of the haunted underground vaults with
9) Busking looks different in Edinburgh
10) Alex with an Edinburgh Castle background
11) Top of Edinburgh Castle

UK Spring Break 2026 - Pt 1, The Mayfair Residence1&2) it's Alex's world, we're just living in it3) checking out the Bri...
03/24/2026

UK Spring Break 2026 - Pt 1, The Mayfair Residence

1&2) it's Alex's world, we're just living in it
3) checking out the British Museum
4&5) Borough Market
6) The Marble Arch
7&8) the science-themed high tea at
9) Peaky Blinder
10&11) could do a whole post on , it was fantastic
12) Sunday roast at

02/03/2026

The transformation of Ventura Place has been incredible to watch, and the arrival of might be the coolest milestone yet.

​You can find them at:
📍 12103 Ventura Pl, Studio City, CA 91604

​Located just across from my office, this new outpost brings that iconic Venice and Larchmont energy right to the heart of the Valley. I stopped in for a quiet breakfast to beat the lunch rush, and as a fan of great architecture, the interior is a masterclass in organic design. From the natural edged stone to those semi-open wood timbered ceilings, every detail is a design lover’s dream.
​It’s been fascinating to see this block evolve from a once sleepy street into a high-energy corridor of boutiques and world-class dining.

With Great White now in the mix, it’s officially vying with Joan’s on Third for the title of the hottest lunch spot in town. It’s the perfect example of why this pocket of Studio City is becoming one of the most vibrant destinations in Los Angeles.

​Whether you’re stopping by for a morning coffee or a moodier dinner vibe, this is a must-visit.

Text/Call 818-522-4827
[email protected]
DRE02136266

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