Historic & Architectural Property Specialist
Finding Home in
Southern California
Driven by a sense of place and commitment to service, helping clients achieve their real estate goals while discovering architectural gems in Pasadena, Sierra Madre, and Los Angeles.
Meet Vanessa
Your Historic Property
Real Estate Expert
A proud Californian with over a decade of experience, Vanessa holds a Master's degree from USC's School of Architecture in Historic Preservation and a Bachelor's degree in Marketing from California Polytechnic University.
Vanessa prides herself on providing each and every client with the focus, discretion, and integrity that her clients have come to appreciate and expect. Driven by a sense of place and commitment to service, she has built her business on helping clients achieve their real estate goals while finding "home" in the unique housing landscape of Southern California.
Born into a family immersed in the film industry and urban revitalization, Vanessa learned to view the world through an aesthetic and creative lens. Her passion for architecture and historic preservation led her to create Historic Preservation Partners, a successful consulting firm responsible for countless landmark designations and Mills Act property tax contracts.
M.A. Historic Preservation
USC School of Architecture
B.S. Business Administration
Cal Poly Pomona
Trust & Probate Specialist
Certified Professional
Mills Act Specialist
Historic Property Tax Abatement
Services Offered
How I Can Help You
From buying and selling to historic preservation consulting, I provide comprehensive real estate services tailored to your unique needs.
Buying
Whether you're a first-time buyer or searching for your next architectural gem, Vanessa's expertise in historic properties ensures you find a home with character, integrity, and lasting value.
- Comprehensive market analysis
- Historic property evaluation
- Negotiation expertise
- Inspection coordination
Selling
Maximize your property's potential with strategic staging, professional photography, and marketing that highlights the unique features of your historic or architectural home.
- Professional staging & photography
- Targeted marketing strategy
- Competitive pricing analysis
- Expert negotiation
Mills Act Consulting
As a Mills Act Specialist, Vanessa helps owners of historic properties secure significant property tax reductions while preserving California's architectural heritage.
- Property eligibility assessment
- Application preparation
- Historic documentation
- Ongoing compliance support
Historic Preservation
Leverage Vanessa's Master's degree in Historic Preservation for expert guidance on landmark designations, restoration projects, and maintaining your property's historic integrity.
- Landmark designation support
- Restoration guidance
- Historical research
- Preservation compliance
Portfolio
Past Transactions
A selection of historic and architectural properties I've had the privilege of representing in the Los Angeles area.
3345 N Marengo Ave
$2,910,000
878 Rome Dr
$2,323,325
130 S San Rafael Ave
$2,130,000
Testimonials
What Clients Say
“We seriously don't know where we'd be without Vanessa. Selling our house with her as our agent never ever felt like a business transaction, it felt like we were family. She is amazingly competent and well-versed in her knowledge of historic homes. She is cool and calm, an amazing advocate, a great communicator, and she gets business done.”
Garcia Family
Seller
Get in Touch
Let's Work Together
Ready to find your dream home or sell your property? I'm here to provide personalized service and expert guidance every step of the way. Reach out today for a complimentary consultation.
Phone
(626) 993-4993
vanessa.withers@compass.com
Sierra Madre Office
30 N Baldwin Avenue, Sierra Madre, CA 91024
Pasadena Office
200 S Los Robles Ave #100, Pasadena, CA 91103
Los Angeles Office
3827 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90026
CA DRE# 01926970
