Santaluz Garden Homes by D.R. Horton

Garden Homes within the gates of Santaluz capture the true essence of country style living situated in the Santaluz Community.  Santaluz is a planned coastal close community adjacent to Fairbanks Ranch and Rancho Santa Fe. It comprises 3800 acres of rolling hills landscaped to preserve the natural terrain and characteristics of “Early California.” There are 942 home sites providing a variety of architectural styles, sizes and features. There is an abundance of open space providing density of 1 home per acre. Miles of biking and hiking trails are intertwined throughout the community.

The Garden Homes in Santaluz are set against natural canyons bordering Santaluz.  There are four unique designs with up to five bedrooms and four and one- half baths.  The expansive homes range from 3,300 sq. ft. to 4002 sq. ft. These popular homes were inspired by early California and Spanish design.   This ambiance is carried throughout the homes with exposed beams, wrought iron and special garden areas. Click here to view the Garden Homes floor plans.

As local residents of Santaluz we understand the unique quality of this special community. We can help you find the right home to meet your needs. We have extensive market trends for each neighborhood in Santaluz.  If you would like to learn more about homes in this community or are thinking of selling and would like a professional report on your home’s current value please email me - gbpagnotta@gmail.com

Santaluz 1-Story Garden Home

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Home Prices Rise in Half of U.S. Cities as Markets Stabilize

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Buying a home won't get much cheaper

I enjoyed this article and wanted to share it.  Since the cost of renting a home is many times the same or more than owning a home.  It makes the most sense financially for people to contact a lender to see if they are qualified to purchase at this time.  Rates are historically low, lenders are providing programs for even challenged borrowers and home values are at reasonable levels. Buyers are always afraid of "leaving money on the table" when negotiating. We always do extensive comparable reviews of like properties that have closed escrow prior to writing any offers.

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Is a Loss on a Home Sale Deductible?

It is pure pain to take a loss on your PERSONAL RESIDENCE  home in the current market.  As Realtors we cannot give tax advice but we can refer people to articles suh as this. It is always best to contact your CPA for your specific circumstance. This article sheds some light on the subject. There are different regulations for your  investment (rental) properties.

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Del Sur Elementary, one of Poway Unified School District Schools, is successfully providing individualized learning opportunities to their kindergarten students utilizing laptops.  I was interested in learning more about how they used the laptops with the students and found this video to be really informative. Transforming Education

The way they use the laptops for math and storytelling is amazing. The students are learning to write stories and they have even written their own blogs.

The innovative way they are bringing individualized education to their Kindergarten class aligns up with the PUSD’s Strategic Vision. “

“Serving as the gateway to our students’ future, we will open, not restrict, the range of opportunities and choices and prepare them for success as they pursue their interest and passions upon graduation. “

The schools in the Poway Unified School District are constantly winning awards for their programs. The district website showcases some of the special programs taking place at the different schools.  With education being a top priority for many families the Poway Unified School District is a main reason so many families move to this area.

If you are moving in to the area or changing homes and need information on enrolling a new student in to a Poway Unified click here to find enrollment instructions.

If you are looking for a home  in the Del Sur community please contact The Pagnotta Team for a list of the lastest homes on the market and the new construction. We are in this community almost daily previewing inventory and showing properties!  The Del Sur Community currently has  new construction in the $600′s, and resales starting in the high $400′s .

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 Coldwell Banker is the Leader in Internet Exposure

Coldwell Banker once again has shown they are the leading force in providing Internet Exposure to home sellers.  Buyers today rely on Internet searches when looking for a home.  There is much discussion as to the value of traditional open houses. In the past agents held open houses to allow clients to come view homes they may have interest in.  Today people spend time viewing pictures and virtual tours on line. If they have serious interest they will contact either the listing agent or the agent who is representing them in a purchase.  The key is to have website exposure for listings so a home is viewed by as many people as possible. My association (The Pagnotta Team)  with Coldwell Banker makes it very easy for me when I list a home. It is immediately entered into many web sites. Once someone shows interest I am notified immediately so I can answer questions and/ or plan a showing. If you want the world to know about your home for sale..we will make sure that happens! GBPagnotta@gmail.com

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Santaluz Home Sales Picking Up in 2012

We are finally seeing some buyer confidence which has been reflected in the market in the past few months.  Just last week 2 short sales came on the weekend and went into contingent sale status. They each had multiple offers with some being “all cash.”  The prices are bid up when these homes come on at low prices so we will not know the true sales price until they are approved by the lenders and the home closes escrow.   This is actually detrimental to traditional sales (non distressed). Buyer see the list prices and assume they are sold in this range. Therefor they reflect this on their offers with other homes.  Consumers need to be reminded that all short sales need to be approved by the lenders which includes a lender appraisal. We have seen lenders deny prices on offers made if they believe the pricing is too far below market.  Although someone owning a short sale does not care about their price and therefore neighborhood values, we as Santaluz homeowners do care! Therefore if you or someone you know is in distress we welcome the opportunity to talk with them. We price these homes appropriately so the short sale will be approved in a timely fashion and neighborhood values are maintained!

 To see pictures and more detailed data on closed sales

 ACCESS MY FULL SANTALUZ CLOSED SALE REPORT!

To see the most recent listings in 92127 click here!

To see overall Market Trends click here!

If you are considering a purchase or sale let us know as we have specific buyers looking for various properties in Santaluz! GBPagnotta@gmail.com

 Miraval and Arista Are Beautifully Decorated!

Davidson Communities has always had a repuatation for building and designing beautiful homes in San Diego.  I recently toured 2 of their new products; Miraval and Arista, both located in North County. Miraval is minutes from Carmel Valley and Arista is in The Crosby gated community. The homes themselves were beautiful but the decorating was fabulous…fresh, innovative and full of style. What amazed me were the light fixtures which were everywhere…small lavatories had chandeliers, kitchens had multiple large fixtures, living rooms had oversized fixtures and the wall sconses…unbeliveable.  Hope you enjoy these…and if you want a tour let me know!  We save our buyers thousands in incentive credits when we negotiate new home sales!  Remember the builder sales people are agents for the builder representing the builders best interests! I am one of the top agents in San Diego and want to help you finding the perfect home that you can add your personal style to!

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8  Great Reasons to Purchase a Home in Rancho Bernardo, Ca.

Rancho Bernardo is the northern most residential community within the City of San Diego. It is located off   Interstate 15 just south of Lake Hodges in Escondido and the San Pasqual Valley. This master planned community encompasses @ 6,511 acres.

 1 .Rancho Bernardo Has a Perfect Climate

 Near perfect year round climate and sunshine.  Check out what the weather is today! This allows people to enjoy the outdoors year round. Many of the neighborhoods have community centers with pools, tennis facilities, BBQ areas+more!

2.  Rancho Bernardo Has Several Golf Courses

Rancho Bernardo Golf

If golf is you game you will have plenty of choices with public as well as private courses in Rancho Bernardo.  Go to my website to learn more! Combined with #1 perfect climate get put your clubs and get ready to improve your game!

3.  Rancho Bernardo Offers a Variety of Well Planned Neighborhoods

New Construction in Rancho Bernardo

There is a variety of housing available in Rancho Beranrdo.  There are patio homes that appeal to busy working professionals or empty nesters, attached condos starting in the $200′s for a 2 bedroom, senior neighborhoods that require a resident to be 55 years of age, family neighborhoods centered around community centers, large estate properties some with gorgeous golf course and or montuan views,  newer neighborhoods with walk to schools and fabulous walk scores for shopping and restaurants and more. There really is such a variety of properties that appeal to every budget and home buying “wish list.”

To search for the newest listings in 92128 click here!

To search for the newest listings in 92127 click here!

4.  Rancho Bernardo Offers Residents Great Poway Unified Schools

Great Poway Unified Schools

Poway Unified School District consistantly ranks well with performance and is a sought after district for people moving to San Diego. 

5.  Rancho Bernardo is Located Just North of San Diego

Rancho Bernardo is conveniently located @ 30 minutes north of downtown and the airport . Access to the coast is very conveniently now with Camino del Sur extending to 56. Residents can enjoy the beaches of Del Mar and La Jolla.

6.  Rancho Bernardo has Excellent Medical Facilities

Pomerado Hospital  is located is conveniently located for easy access to Rancho Bernardo residents. UCSD, Scripps and other leading medical facilities are all within a 20 minute trip. Many dentists, doctors, chiropractots, physical therapists have offices in or very close to RB.

7. Rancho Bernardo Has Plenty of Shopping

If you want a community that offers a variety of shopping you have some to the right place. What ever you are looking for is there!  Tp name a few of my favorite places to shop you will find; Costco, Marshalls, Trader Joes, Sprouts, Jimbos, World Market, Chicos, Pier One, Target, Michalel’s and coming soon Nordstrom Rack!

8. Rancho Bernardo Has Plenty of Restaurants

You will not starve if you decide to make Rancho Bernardo your next home.  There are the familar restaurants such as Maria Callenders, Ca Pizza Kitchen, Claim Jumper as well as some fine dining such as El Bizcocho at the Rancho Bernardo Inn and Bernardo’s. My favorites include Capri Blu, French Market Grill, Cafe Merlot and the Barrel Room.

Is there something else you are looking for that I have not mentioned? If so let me know, GBPagnotta@gmail.com