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Carmel Valley San Diego Home Sales Year to Date 2011

Carmel Valley in San Diego Home Sales Are Down From From 2010

Carmel Valley home sales were up 7.1 from October 2010 yet down 3.2 from September 2011.  Sales were hghest level as compared to October 2010/2009.  October year to date are running behind last years year to date numbers.

October sales reflected homes that were listed in the spring and summer months and closing in October.

If you are interested in getting more information on specific sales in your nighborhood let us know. Carmel Valley is a very desirable neighborhood and we are always excited to market homes to our global audience in this area! Contact us for any assistance! GBPagnotta@gmail.com

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Santaluz Homes In Escrow for October 2011

Santaluz Home Sales for October 2011

The name of the game in Santaluz for October is “watch and wait.”  There have been few closings as we wait for a number of homes to close escrow.  We are one of the agents that have been waiting for a closing.  The lenders are giving us reasons for sleepless nights as they delay loan approvals.  When speaking with a well known and respected loan officer just yesterday we were in agreement on one thing, “preapproval means nothing.”  It has become a standard practice in real estate to request buyers to be “preapproved” for a loan. In the past it was “prequalification.”  Currently we have lenders run a credit report and obtain detailed information on a buyers employment history and assets.  Somehow even going through a preliminary process does not insure the buyer will in fact pass all underwriting requirements and obtain a loan in a timely fashion.  Our 17 day contingency periods stretch on leaving sellers frustrated and wondering if they really are going to close an escrow on their homes. 

Santaluz Shorts Sales and Bank Sales Slow The Escrow Process

The homes that are offered as short sales require a longer escrow period.  Once an offer is obtained on a short sale a Short sale package is submitted to the lender.  This package has information on the owner such as a “hardship Letter”, their assets and justification for requesting a short sale and the offer on the property. The lender will request comparable sales and eventually the lender will do their own appraisal of the property.  In the meantime, time marches forward.  Many buyers simply will not wait for the process.  When this happens the home goes back on the market and process starts all over again.  The homes that are awaiting a lenders approval of the short sale is reported in Sandicor (MLS) as “Contingent.”  Once the lender approves the offer it can be reported as “Pending.”

Santaluz Homes Currently in Escrow

The following homes are currently waiting to close an escrow.  Let’s hope I can report them as a closed sale on a future blog!

SANTALUZ CONTINGENT SALES

1.  Caminito Lazanja: 3892 sqft listed for $850,00-$875,000

2. Sentinel: 2545 sqft listed for $999,000

3. Tierra Tesoro: 4735 sqft( listed at 4259 sqft but it is a Plan 3 Belsera) listed at $1,100.000

4.  Doug Hill: 4854 sqft listed at $1,499,000-$1,699,000

5. Northern Lights: 6336 sqft listed for $1,900,000

6. Northern Lights: 6990 sqft listed for $2,000,000-$2,200,876

SANTALUZ HOMES IN PENDING STATUS

1. Run Of The Knolls: 2900 sqft listed for $830,000

2. Santaluz Village Green East:  2,248 sqft listed for $839,900

3. Garden Ct: 3,323 sqft listed for $945,000

4. Briza Placida: 3,851 sqft listed for $$1,098,000

5.  Caminito Camelia: 4,453 sqft listed for $999,000-$1,098,888.

6.  Entrada Lazanja: 3,990 sqft listed for $1,199,000

7.  Doug Hill Ct: 3,706 sqft listed for $1,199,900-$1,299,900

8.  Montien Rd: 6,337 sqft listed for $$2,495,000

9. Cmto Santaluz East : 6,364 sqft listed for $2,749,000

10.  Run Of The Knolls: 7,659 sqft listed for $2,995,000

11.  Northern Lights: 8,859 sqft listed for $3,495,000

12.  Doug Hill: 7,846 sqft listed for $3,995,000.

If you are curious about the current value of your home we are always happy to meet with you and provide a detailed market analysis.  If you would like more information on Santaluz please review some of my Santaluz blogs including Market Trends.  We live in Santaluz and are your Santaluz Resident Agent Realtors!

* The above information was taken from Sandicor on 10/30/2011 and is accurate but not guaranteed. It reflects activity by various participating brokers.

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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! 

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Santaluz Real Estate

Summer Time is a Great Time to Enjoy The Santaluz Lifestyle

Golf memberships are currently available for $43,000 with monthly fees of $1100. Membership privledges include greens fees, bag storage, lockers,range access,handicap fee and all the Spa, Clubhouse and Hacienda Level privledges; pool, tennis, spa, dining, fitness, social+++

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8178 Run of the Knolls Court – Santaluz Home for Sale

Newly Listed 8178 Run of the Knolls Court in Santaluz – Virtual Tour!

Lovely Custom Home in Santaluz

If you are looking for a very private and well designed home that accommodates guests or live in family you will find this home to be the perfect fit!  It took more than a year to plan, design and build this gorgeous custom home that is loaded with thoughtful upgrades and the finest finishes. The .97 view lot is on a quiet cul de sac. Clients will love all the entertaining possibilities. The vanishing Weiland doors in the great room lead to an over sized covered loggia which can be used year round.  The salt water pool, bubbling spa and waterfall feature in the pool along with a BBQ Island, and 2 putting greens will allow for lots of relaxing and weekend fun for everyone!

Home lives like a One Story!

This home lives much like a One Story home with the master suite, 2 secondary suites and the guest wing all on the first floor. The Guest suite is self contained with a full kitchen, bedroom/bath, living room, hobby room and 2 car garage.  People who have regular guests or live in family will love this private yet contained wing.

Home Offices, Fitness Room

There are 2 offices on the 2nd level of this home as well as a large fitness room and bath suite.  The fitness room could easily be converted to a bedroom.  Exterior staircase access allows this level to be easily used as a home office.

Gracious living will be enjoyed in this property with  @6338 square feet and over 900 more square feet under roof in covered patios and loggia space. There is complete integration of exterior and interior spaces.

Some additional features include:

Four fireplaces, whole house EWS water filtration, surround sound,Insta-hot water in kitchen, 2 large water heaters, jetted master tub, 4 exterior fountains,multiple air cond and heating units for NRG efficiency and zoning, granite on all counters, Cantera Stone columns and exterior finish, 5 space garages (#/2), full bar in Game room with refrigerator and D/W,Alder wood cabinets and multiple built-ins, marble farm house sink in kitchen, Weiland disappearing door in great room, firepit, BBQ island with refrigerator and sink, pavers in driveway and lush well planned landscaping.

Enjoy Membership in the Santaluz Club

The Santaluz Club Spa level Membership is available to new owners providing Club Dining privileges, spa use, tennis, fitness and Camp Santaluz as well as many social functions. This membership may be upgraded to a Golf Membership to enjoy the award winning Rees-Jones course at Santaluz. This can be negotiable or done at buyer’s expense.  A close 30 minute commute to San Diego Airport this home is ideally situated close to all freeways, coastal beaches, major medical and shopping facilities.

Value Priced Santaluz Custom Home

Listed at $2,775,000 the sellers are looking at all offers and are motivated to sell this beautiful property. It could not be duplicated today at asking price! Contact Gretchen for a private tour of this home today.

For additonal info on Santaluz go to SanDiegoHomeInfoBlog.com/Santaluz

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52 Weeks of Fun in San Diego:January 2011

52 Weeks of Fun in San Diego

This information is compliments of Lawyers Title.  if you need any title insurance information let me know!

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Santaluz Home Sales 2010 Under $1 Million

 Santaluz Closed Home  Sales up to $1,000,000

Information taken from Sandicor on 11/26/2010. Home sales made by various cooperating brokers and agents.

Do you want a list of current listings in Santaluz? Email me gbpagnotta@gmail.com

Do you want more information on Santaluz/ Read my other blogs: www.sanDiegoHomeInfoblog.com/Santaluz

To review Santaluz Homes Sales in 2010 over $1 Million: click here

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Santaluz: Belsera Floorplans

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52 Weeks of Fun in San Diego: Week 5

America's Cup

 Festival of the Sail

What: Sept 2-6th Waterfront Festival, features entertainment, harbor cruises, pirates, 150 arts and crafts booths, cannon battles, petting zoo and a great chance to visit the Maritime Museum in San Diego.

Watch the parade of ships all over San Diego harbor…sail a ship into battle….try sailing on America’s Cup world famous yacht…for details please go to: http://www.sdmaritime.org/festival-of-sail/

Drive to Julian and enjoy their Annual Grape Stomping Event!

This is an annual event in Julian and held September 4, 11-7. ..a short 1 hour drive from San Diego.  It is held at the Menghini Winery.There will be 2 tons (tons) of grapes…best part..tasting of course!  For more info please go to: http://www.julianca.com/events/index.htm#September and for a really great video of the possibilities of fun go to: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AhVVoM2Ej4E or call 760-765-1857.

Save the Date: Saturday October 2 Taste of Del Mar

Live music, kid’s art,Pet Stroll. and food sample from participating restaurants including Pacifica Del Mar (personal favorite), Sushi Japone (close 2nd personal favorite), Ruth Cris’s Steak House, Sbicca, Jimmy o’s, Crepes and Corks and more! Located in the Village of Del Mar  go to www.DelMarmainstreet.com for tickets.

San Diego Restaurant Week : September 19-24!

Start planning now! Over 180 restaurants participate offering dinners for $20-40.00 per person. Go to www.sandiegorestaurantweek.com, 858-755-1179. Located at 15th Street and Camino Del Mar (Del Mar Plaza).

Save the Date for SPA WEEK

Now this is serious people.  September 13-19th participating spas (as in massage and more massage) offer their services for 450.00 each.  These go quickly so book your appt. today, www.spaweek.com. Some of the spas include; Morgan Run, Facelogic in Encinitas, Bella Skin, The Spa at La Costa, and many more.

Deals and More Deals for Shopping

There are over 85 businesses in Poway that offer discounts for shoppers…get you free POWAY discount sopping card at the Chamber of Commerce, www.powayyourfirstchoice.com

Pacific Carpet and Tile Cleaning

Clean Your Carpet! Not a fun thing to do but a necessary thing to do and no one want to do this themselves..far too much work and it never comes clean with those rental units. Clean your carpet now so you are ready for the holidays.  I recently used a great service; professional, pleasant, on time, clean, clean carpet was the finish product and reasonable pricing,. Pacific Carpet and Tile Cleaning. Brian Mills and Justin Lindholm 760-908-6797. www.pacificsteamclean.com

Weather is great…San Diego is a fabulous place to call home…let’s all enjoy this Labor Day weekend..Be safe…remember who is the designated driver in your group!

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52 Weeks of Fun in San Diego: Week 4

Go to Breakfast or Lunch at Claire’s on Cedros!

Claires on Cedros

I love this place!  First and foremost the building is a Leed Platinum Certified…very cool!  To those new to green this means it has met very high standards for being GREEN .  I love this concept knowing their mission is to make food from scratch and to embrace the environment with a building and management principals for sustainability.  They are open for Breakfast and Lunch, M_F 6-3 and Sa/Sun 7-3. Their website is www.clairesoncedros.comand phone 858-259-8597.  want to plan a brunch…call them and relax! The food is really wholesome and delicious.  The pricing is excellent (my opinion) for the quality, preparation and selection.  I had wholegrain pancakes with blueberries, 2 scrambled eggs and a side of turkey sausage…I was hungry! Let me know how you like this place and what your favorite item on the menu is!

Go Shopping at a Henry’s Store!

Henry's Markets

Why do I love Henry’s??? It just is a fun place to shop vs my byweekly trip to Costco.  The variety is good, organic selections wonderful and baked goods yummy…I also like their soaps,vitamins and supplements, wines, seafood….deli selections. Their website is beyound cool; www.henrysmarket.com. You can actually find your local store and see what the weekly sale items are creating your personal shopping list.

Go to the Wild Animal Park  in Escondido at Night!

Wild Animal Park

How about Roar and Snore! There are several programs for families and then some for adults (21 years and older).  You will see behind the scene activities of the animals.  For a schedule including an opportunity to spend a night in the Animal Park go to: http://www.sandiegozoo.org/calendar/wap_roar_and_snore.html If you don’t already have an annual pass to the Animal Park and Zoo consider it as a great investment for year round activity!

Date Night: Humpreys on The Bay

Humpreys Concerts on the Bay

Humpreys Concert on the Bay…Sunday Night at 7:30/ Three Dog Night! Go to www.humphreysconcerts.com to get your tickets!

Tell me what your favorite family outing is in San Diego…!

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