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Santaluz Home Prices For August 2011

Santaluz Home Prices Challenged for August 2011

August Property sales were 13, up 160.0% from 5 in August of 2010 and 30.0% higher than the 10 sales last month. August 2011 sales were at their highest level compared to August of 2010 and 2009. August YTD sales of 77 are running -8.3% behind last year’s year-to-date sales of 84.

The Median Sales Price in August was $823,000, down -21.6% from $1,050,000 in August of 2010 and down -39.3% from $1,356,000 last month. The Average Sales Price in August was $847,423, down -19.2% from $1,048,430 in August of 2010 and down -44.7% from $1,531,500 last month. August 2011 ASP was at the lowest level compared to August of 2010 and 2009.

 

 

Santaluz Home Sale Trends for August 2011

Santaluz Real Estate Price Trends in 2011 Detached Homes

August Property sales were 13, up 160.0% from 5 in August of 2010 and 30.0% higher than the 10 sales last month. August 2011 sales were at their highest level compared to 2010 and 2009August of . August YTD sales of 77 are running -8.3% behind last year’s year-to-date sales of 84.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Santaluz Real Estate Price Trends in 2011 Detached Homes

Even with interest rates are at an all time low, buyers are still looking for value. 

 Pricing is driven by a couple key elements in our economy: Interest Rates, Consumer Confidence and Unemployment Levels and Inventory.   Psychological factors that have kept people on edge for the last 3 months have been: The  European Sovereign debt, the   stock market,the  Debt Ceiling, and the inability of the US congress to pass a meaningful jobs initiative. People need to feel secure about the stability of their employment, their investments and the economy in general to make a major purchase in a home.  Agents have termed this “pulling the trigger.”

Why Buyers are Not Pulling The Trigger To Purchase

 Inventory is certainly not an issue in today’s market  since most neighborhoods have an ample number of homes for sale with various features.  In general it is very easy for buyers to “keep looking” and finding excuses not to purchase.  Generally this is not a search for a “larger yard or a 5th bedroom” or some other feature. It is just a reason to delay the decison due to a lack of confidence and also a lack of an impelling reason to purchase. Interest rates are low and there is no reason to think they are going to head north anytime soon and buyers also do not see a shrinking inventory. In the past when buyers headed into a crowded sales office only to find themselves #99 on a waiting list they had the sense of urgency to purchase a home.

Santaluz is a Gated Lifestyle Community

Santaluz is a wonderful place to call “home” in San Diego. The trend for todays home buyer has to be your home is not your main source for investing but rather a place to live and enjoy. Santaluz provides an environment that is inviting and offers  a lifestyle like no other community in San Diego.  Please read a few more of my Santaluz blogs that highlight some of the benefits of this gated community; Click here for those Santaluz blogs please.

If you are considering selling your home in Santaluz let us meet with you and review past closed sales for homes most similar to yours. Contact me at [email protected]

Closed sales from August 1-September 22, all Santaluz Detached Homes/Sandicor records

 

 

 

Santaluz Lots on Sale

Santaluz Lots Discounted For Sale

Is it time to build your custom home?  Now is one of the most affordable times to build.  During the peak of the market people were paying premiums for lots and premiums for builders.  Today builders are sharpening their pencils and I have heard some really great prices for new construction.  The price to build varies greatly according to the floor-plan and most importantly finishing choices.  There will always be the “I want what I want and have the money to pay for it” luxury home buyer who has dreamed the dreamed and has the checkbook full. Then there is the buyer who does not want a production home, does not need a 10,000 square foot custom home with an ocean view and says “Can I build a nice home in Santaluz for $1.6?  Well….with low lot prices, a carefully designed home with lovely finishes may be able to accomplish this!

Building a Home in Santaluz

It all starts with the lot.  The advice I have in a lot selection is to go out and walk each lot, locate the direction of the light and sun, get information on the pad size and restrictions from Santaluz and start on your journey.   We can help with this entire process.  The selection of the builder is critical.  The best method for choosing a builder is referral referral, referral!  We have a list of builders and also names of people who have used various builders.  There has to be a chemistry between your dreams and this person who creates them for you.

Designing a Home to Build in Santaluz

Enter another professional…the architect.  An architect can save you money by offering options, suggestions and good design. One caveat I always state is; “Build a custom meeting your needs yet keep in mind needs of other people.”  There are so many custom homes that have been built to suit one families particular needs and these homes are very difficult to resell.  There is a reason why our Posada’s are so popular! Production homes (semi custom to those who own a Poasada), are designed to appeal to many buyers. 

If you want to get started looking at lots or need some direction in selecting a builder..give us a shout! 

 

Santaluz Bank Owned Home Just Listed

Hacienda Sur One Level in Santaluz

 

If you are looking for a one level home you need to strongly consider this great new bank owned listing.  We have 2 closings in the past few months for the same model for much higher closed sale pricing. This always leads me to wonder why agents who are not familiar with Santaluz come up with their pricing. Certainly it benefits buyers but not the Santaluz homeowners!  So the best situation would be if a Santaluz homeowner takes advantage and gets this property off the market! This floor-plan features 3 bedrooms with one of the accessed from center court yard, 3 baths and is a one story home. Located on a .53 acre lot and built in 2003 this Centex built home is listed for $926,250! The last closed sale; one of which was our listing closed as follows:

1. 8083 Run of the Knolls $1,159,000 on 4/20/11

2. 7796 Doug Hill Ct $1,145,000 closed 7/6/2011

If you would like to view this home and any other bank owned homes in Santaluz please contact me; [email protected] or call 760-715-0478.

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14390 Caminito Lazanja Listed

5 Bedroom in Santaluz Listed For Sale!

If you need a 5 bedroom home on a quiet lot you will love this home!  It is a Davidson Plan 2 floor-plan which has always been popular.  The first floor features a spacious bedroom/bath suite, a formal living room flanked by French doors leading to a patio, a super spacious dining room with access to the same patio, a family room with direct access to the back yard and a lovely kitchen.  The kitchen features dual pantries,warmly stained cabinets, granite counters, stainless appliances and an area for casual dining.  This home has 3 fireplaces; dining room, living room and the family room.  Lovely travertine floors cover most of the downstairs. New carpet in a neutral color was just purchased for areas that do not have tiles. 

3 Bedrooms+ Master Upstairs

The second floor of this home features a master suite with luxurious bath fixtures and 3 secondary bedrooms. There are many architectural features that make this home unique and interesting. This home was built  Davidson Homes, a recognized leader and recipient of many awards in the building industry.

The yard is park like with a grassy area, multiple fruit trees and flowering shrubs and plants. There is a fire-pit and a unique Koi pond with a waterfall feature.  Set back from the road this home has a long driveway which I particularly value for added privacy and an area for children to play safely. The new owner of this home will also enjoy watching sunsets and cool westerly breezes.

The seller has added a bonus including membership in the Hacienda Club! This includes use of the pool, fitness, cafe, Camp Santaluz and many social activities.

If you would like to see what the latest sales are for Santaluz please read my blog covering this: Santaluz Home Sales

If you would like a tour of Santaluz let me know! [email protected]

 

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Santaluz Golf Members Have Many Events!

Dine and Nine Event for Golf Members

The Golf Members at the Santaluz Club enjoy many events throughout the year.  There are many new members and therefore the club is buzzing with activity and events. These events make it easy for new members to meet people and arrange for times to golf and socialize.  The Memberships are currently available at $43,000 with monthly fees of $1100.  This includes greens fees, bag storage, lockers, range access, handicap fee, Spa and Clubhouse privileges and Hacienda privileges. Santaluz is a vibrant community which offers homes for sales starting in the $800,000′s and lots to build a custom home starting in the low $300,000′s.  To read more about this community go to:  www.SanDiegoHomeInfo.com/Santaluz

Santaluz Presents a Literary Luncheon

Santaluz Literary Luncheons Attract Top Selling Authors

I have attended almost every Literary Luncheon that the Club has presented.  Each one surpasses the previous event.  The chef prepares a menu that compliments the theme of the book. Hella Tyler, an employee of the Santaluz Club designs a printed menu that is a work of art.  She also helps with the floral arrangements and place settings. The presentation is beyond fabulous! It is so enjoyable to listed to the various artists describe the inspiration they had to write their books and how they developed the stories.  It makes it so enjoyable to read their books which are included in the price of the luncheon and which are signed by the author.  You do not have to be a resident of Santaluz to attend.  if you would like to go to one of these luncheons let me know and I can make a reservation for you!n The next is The Good Daughters by Joyce Maynard.

As a Realtor who lives In Santaluz I have written many blogs on the community.  If you would like to learn more please read more: www.SanDiegoHomeInfoblog.com/Santaluz

Pagnotta Team Consistently Set Home Sale Records

The Pagnotta Team Set Sale Record for June 2011

Sometime you just have to toot your own horn.  My husband and I work very hard to help our clients accomplish their real estate goals.  We take each listing and purchase as if it were our own home we were selling or buying.  So many of our clients say they could not reach their agent and had little communication. We strive to over communicate to insure our clients know all we are doing to help them in the process. We commit to providing a comprehensive marketing program   to get our listings sold and to finding our buyers the best home that matches their criteria.  This hard work has paid off over the years. In real estate the only pay check is our commission which is earned only after we close an escrow. With market times longer involving more advertising, internet coverage, open houses, staging and other methods to promote a sale it can be months before the homes close.  We are committed to the process! This was recent news release:

Carmel Valley Agents Success for June 2011

July 20, 2011

Success Abounds in the Carmel Valley Coldwell Banker Office!

Tasha Manzano, Branch Manager of Coldwell Banker, Carmel Valley is proud to announce the fantastic recent production results of Charles and Farryl Moore, Gretchen and Alan Pagnotta, Kevin and Diane Cummins, and Anne Hoffman. They all succeeded in reaching top producing results, ultimately serving their clients at the highest level.

If you are ready to consider selling your home or know someone who is let us help! We also enjoy finding the perfect home for buyers including new construction! Contact us [email protected]

 

Santaluz Bank Owned Bargain

8341 Santaluz Village Green East Bank Owned Just Listed

This bank owned property was owned by a builder who specialized in “over the top” custom homes in Rancho Santa Fe. This was his personal residence . It is a casita that has been virtually stripped of anything the builder put in and customized to the level of a multi million dollar residence…but it is on a small scale with @2200 sqft. I have never seen anything like it and I have seen many, many homes!  It has an ideal location off a fairway on the Rees Jones Santaluz golf course. Views of the course, water and mountains surround you. There are numerous built-ins, a entertaining bar in the living room,desk and cabinets in the office multiple storage units and buffets, ceiling treatments, custom baths, stone flooring, a spa off a side patio and a great patio in the front with built in seating. This home is a steal and would make a great property for anyone who values location and quality workmanship in a fabulous gated community.

It will sell quickly so if you want a peek, contact me [email protected]

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Santaluz 5 bedroom+ Office Showplace

7724 Briza Placida in Gated Santaluz 92127

Once in awile we get to list a home that we not only love but we are tempted to move into. Well, 7724 Briza Placida fits the bill. This home is gorgeous…and upgraded! When I say no expense was spared…believe me no one was watching the check book.  The seller’s are moving  to be closer to their  family so some lucky buyer is going to reap the rewards of someone who decorated and landscaped this home with  equisite taste, style and flair.  The home is gracious, comfortable and practical. It is the most popular floor plan of the production homes. Built by Warmington it has architectural interest and was expensive to build! This is not your stucco box but a home with interesting roof lines, arches, balconies and multiple court yards and patios. There are 3 bedrooms up, an office and a guest wing down and a casita..4735 sqft! As an added bonus a Santaluz Clubhouse Membership is negotiable…valued at $20,000!  So, if you want a lovely home on a quiet park-like lot in gated Santaluz, look no further than 7724 Briza Placida!

Children attent Poway Unified Schools!

Contact me to see it! [email protected]

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