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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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Santaluz: Belsera Floorplans

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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To see what homes are on the market in Santaluz contact me at GBPagnotta@gmail.com

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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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Santaluz Open House Sunday Aug.8th

Panoramic Views of Del Mar and Santaluz Fairways

8173 Santaluz Village Green South: Use North Gate

Sought after Sentinel within the gates of Santaluz features master bedroom suite on the main floor and 2 large bedrooms with bath suites on 2nd level.  Home features the finest finishes including faux walls and cabinetry, paver flooring, designer window fashions, cobbled edge granite on kitchen counters+ so much more.  You will enjoy entertaining and daily living in this “turn key and go” property.  If you would like your lifestyle to include more golf, traveling, socializing and enjoying free time this is an ideal choice!  Located at the top of Santaluz Village Green South you will enjoy all the views of the Ress Jones Championship Golf Course and  a very private location. 

 Enjoy the virtuual tour: http://www.flashitfirst.com/Gallery/8173_s_santaluz_village_green_bt1/

Santaluz SPA LEVEL Membership is negotiable as well as some furniture: Come view on Sunday or email me for a private showing! Click here to contact me. SPA membership may be upgraded at buyers expense to a Santaluz Golf Club Membership!

For another exceptional 3 bedroom+office+fitness room property withinn the gates of Santaluz in Spanish Bungalows view this tour: of 14517 Caminito Lazanja: http://www.flashitfirst.com/Gallery/145717_caminito_lazanja_bt1/

If you would like a tour of available Santaluz homes (prices start in the low $800′s) and the facilities and club contact me! I live in and sell, lease, trade and list homes in Santaluz!

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52 Weeks of Fun in San Diego: Week 1

I decided it would be great fun to feature all the great “happenings” and resources in San Diego.  San Diego has so many great activities, events, shopping, restaurants and just plain fun things to do. So week by week I will highlight what I think people might like.  I welcome your comments and feedback!

Family Fun for the Week in San Diego

 Info taken from http://hotels.sandiego.org/-/hotel/99/official website is http://www.usopensandcastle.com/

Sandcastle Competition in San Diego

US Open Sandcastle Competition

Sand Castles at Imperial Beach

8/06/10 – 8/08/10

Date Night:  Go to the Movies!  

     I recommend: The Kids are All Right 

Taking Care of Yourself Tip of the Week

Shopping Place of the Week in San Diego

Carlsbad Premium Outlet Mall with over 90 stores!!! 5620 Paseo del Norte Carlsbad, CA 92008 760-804-9000   Mon – Sat: 10am – 9pm Sun: 10am – 7pm

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Attention Home Owners! Enter my $500 Home Depot Drawing!

Could you use $500 to do a little project around you home? We want to give it to you!

If  you could use a $500.00 Home Depot Gift Certificate enter our current drawing contest!  Just complete the form below and return it to me.  We will have a drawing on Labor Day.  You must be a homeowner and complete the entire application to win.  Your information will be kept confidential.  We need a minimum of 350 entrees to have this happen so spread the word!  If you would also like a complimentary estimate of value on your home or any sales statitics or real estate information let us know.  We are here to earn your trust and business. Subscribe to our blog and let us know what you like about your neighborhood so we can share this with our customers! We sell, list, lease and trade properties in Escondido, Santaluz, DelSur,4s Ranch, Rancho Bernardo, Poway, Scripps Ranch, Encinitas, Carlsbad, San Marcos, Del Mar and Rancho Santa Fe!

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Carlsbad

Carlsbad

Carlsbad, The Village by the Sea, is a progressive and growing seaside community.   One of the prime destination cities of Southern California, the city boasts a near perfect climate, stunning flower fields, lush parks, and pristine beaches. Residents enjoy a high quality of life, thriving economy, world-class resorts and outstanding schools, combined with the friendly, small town atmosphere of historic Downtown. The city boasts one of the best boardwalks in the county, as well as some of the areas finest golf and tennis facilities. Almost too good to be true! What a great place to visit, or live and work.

For more information on Carlsbad or to view floor plans, please visit my website at www.SanDiegoHomeInfo.com.

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Del Mar

Del Mar

Located off the I-5 about 18 miles north of downtown San Diego, Del Mar is known nationally for its premier thoroughbred racetrack, founded by Bing Crosby and Pat O’Brien in 1937, during the summer months of July through September. Del Mar is fast becoming a popular resort destination because of its two most appealing factors: 1.8 square mile size and proximity to the ocean. It is also a delightful residential community with a long history, which began with the railroad, linking San Diego to San Bernardino. The railroad’s contractor/engineer, Theodore M. Loop, soon built the first house, at the mouth of the creek off Carmel Valley Road. Loop created a tent city on beachfront land he owned and sponsored weekend excursions that attracted many people.

The climate is ideal all year long, with the average temperature hovering between 65 and 78 degrees. The sunniest months are November through March; however, the warmest months are July through October. The beaches in Del Mar offer excellent recreational opportunities. Torrey Pines State Reserve, which is found on Del Mar’s southern border, offers a variety of beaches as well as hiking trails, hot-air balloon rides and a golf course. From mid-June to the beginning of July you may enjoy many outdoor activities at the San Diego County Fair, which presents horse shows, livestock judging, art exhibits, flower shows, live concerts, carnival rids and more. A few miles east of the Del Mar Race Track you will find the Polo Fields, which are sorting their matches starting in June through October and also the Del Mar Horse Park, which was the site of the jumping trials to the 2000 Olympics.

Within the Del Mar city limits, a quaint historical village dating back to the 1800′s serves as a backdrop to a small seaside resort first made famous in the 1930?s by racehorse aficionados form Hollywood. In 1933 the 22nd District Agricultural Association conducted a search for a permanent location for the county fair, finally agreeing to the present 184-acre site in the San Dieguito Valley. It was decided that a racetrack would also be constructed on the site. In 1937 the track opened, with many Hollywood stars among the 15,000 attendees.

Del Mar residents voted in favor if incorporation, and in 1959 the city of Del Mar became an official government entity. Soon it had its own fire department and lifeguard department. The 4,890 residents of Del Mar are proud to be part of the Del Mar Union Elementary and San Dieguito Union High School Districts. The satellite campus of Mira Costa Community College is also located in Del Mar.

For more information about Del Mar or to see floor plans, please visit my website at http://www.gretchenpagnotta.com/Nav.aspx/Page=/PageManager/Default.aspx/PageID=1058065.

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Breaking News: North County Realtor No Longer Needs 4-Door Sedan!

I just had the experience of purchasing a new car.  This is usually a very painful process for me ..who likes to spend money on a depreciating asset?  We all are forced to do this however and this time around I must say it was quite pleasant.  The” journey”started with my husband and I searching the various makes and models for cars.  It is as challenging as buying a new home.  You have to think about your lifestyle and the best use of a car.  I started with considering another SUV.  The tax advantages for an independent contractor (that is what Realtors are called since we are paid commissions) are sizable.  You get a $25,000 tax credit if you purchase an automobile with a curb weight over 6,000 pounds.  Let me tell you that is one heavy car so your selections are trucks and the big SUV’s.  I worked the numbers and these “trucks” are expensive even with the credit. So  that idea went out the window quickly as I considered the difficulty I have in finding parking spaces for my SUV, the damage it does on my credit card at the gas pump and the feeling I have  (needing to” hold on” over rough roads and bumps) when driving what I refer to as “the truck.” I relate this to the buyer who wants the large yard and pool until they get a copy of the water bill, landscaper and pool guy…even a good deal on the home sounds expensive!

 On to the cars that sales people refer to as” real estate agent friendly”..mid size 4 door sedans…all I can say is “been there done that and it is b-o-r-i-n-g!! Also the idea of clients actually riding with you is so 1990.Someone needs to clue these salespeople in.  However my salesperson; Elizabeth was informed and in the know so she was all about what I really wanted.    Clients today want to follow you so they can run off when you are done.  No one comes back to the office to recap the days events. This would mean they would have make a decision and perhaps write an offer…scary!  Their engine is idling when you show the last home.  Suddenly the kids soccor game is over or they have a church potluck to race to.  We are fine with this..actually we prefer this especially when children are involved.  Really an old cereal crusted, sticky juice spilled car seat strapped to my leather seats and with a screaming kid roped to it…no..I mean really no this just doesn’t work for me. So it’s the “follow me” which eliminates the need for the 4 door sedan. Elizabeth somehow already knew this so she walked me right by those boring cars. Read the rest of this entry »

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