Carmel Valley Homes

Rancho Santa Fe Estate Rental

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:26:34 -0500

Looking for a rental in the Carmel Valley or Rancho Santa Fe areas? Here is a great home with pool, view, land & much more!

Via Laxson Associates l Rancho Santa Fe Real Estate:

Susan Laxson | Laxson Associates Realty | 760-567-9100

Avenida Peregrina, Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Rancho Santa Fe Estate for Lease

5BR/4+BA Single Family House

$6,000/month

Bedrooms 5

Bathrooms 4+ full, 1 partial

Sq Footage 5,500

Parking 3+ dedicated

Pet Policy Dogs (any)

Deposit $6,000

DESCRIPTION

Resort style living in Hacienda Santa Fe estate home on 1.2+ acres. Sprawling homes features large master suite w/sitting area, 4 additional bedrooms plus office, 5 baths, open kitchen to family room/bar, wine cellar, pool/spa, putting green, sport court, hobby/exercise room & play yard. Enjoy "al fresco" dining on brick patio overlooking the pool & lushly landscaped gardens. A great place to live & enjoy the Rancho Santa Fe lifestyle!

see additional photos below

RENTAL FEATURES

- Air conditioning - Central heat - Fireplace

- High/Vaulted ceiling - Walk-in closet - Family room

- Living room - Bonus/Rec room - Office/Den

- Dining room - Breakfast nook - Dishwasher

- Refrigerator - Stove/Oven - Microwave

- Washer - Dryer - Laundry area - inside

- Balcony, Deck, or Patio - Yard - Swimming pool

- Jacuzzi/Whirlpool - Cable-ready - High-speed internet

COMMUNITY FEATURES

- Garage parking

LEASE TERMS

Unfurnished one year or longer lease preferred. Pets subject to owner approval. Rancho Santa Fe Rentals at www.RSFHome.com.

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Front of Home

Pool & Patio Area

Living Room Area

Bar & Family Room

Kitchen Area

Back Yard/Patio

Contact info:

Susan Laxson

Laxson Associates Realty

DRE Lic#00932893

760-567-9100

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Oct 21, 2009, 10:00am PDT

Carmel Valley Real Estate Market Update for August 2009

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:43:41 -0500

CARMEL VALLEY REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE

Current Available Listings: 265 Listings

Least Expensive Home in 92130: $220,000

Information: The Lakes - 1 bdrm/1 bath, apprx. 791 sq. ft.

Most Expensive Home in 92130: $7,995,000

Information: Rancho Pacifica 5+ bdrms/7.5 baths, apprx. 10,518 sq. ft.

Pending/In Escrow Listings: 118 Listings

Pending Least Expensive Home in 92130: $200,000

Information: Martinique - 1 bdrm/1 bath, apprx. 594 sq. ft.

Pending Most Expensive Home in 92130: $2,795,000

Information: Meadows Del Mar - 6 bdrms/ 8 baths, apprx. 6,804 sq. ft. Built in 2005

Sold from January 1, 2009 through August 20, 2009: 347 Listings

Sold Least Expensive Home in 92130: $200,000 (List Price $200,000)

Information: Del Mar Villas - 1 bdrm/1 bath, apprx. 638 sq. ft.

Sold Most Expensive Home in 92130: $8,250,000 (List Price $9,995,000)

Information: Rancho Pacifica - 6 bdrms/6.5 baths on 1.14 acres

Interested in buying, selling or renting a home in Carmel Valley or learning more about the area? To view ALL the Carmel Valley developments visit our website. Contact us to view any listed property in Carmel Valley at (760) 567-9100

Copyright © 2009 Susan Laxson. All Rights Reserved. "Carmel Valley Real Estate Market Update for August 2009". Information from sources deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. Listing information from Sandicor and subject to change without notice.

Rancho Glens - A Gated Community in Carmel Valley San Diego

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 10:59:29 -0500

RANCHO GLENS is a small gated community of semi-custom homes on the east side of Carmel Valley and off of Highway 56. The Rancho Glens development features 30 detached homes that were built from 1992 - 2,000. The homes offer 4 to 6 bedrooms and have 3 to 5 bathrooms with approximately 4,500 to 6,175 square feet, are single level and all beautifully designed on 1 acre+ lots.

There are HOA dues for Rancho Glens but no Mello-Roos. The HOA dues cover the common area maintenance in this gated community. The HOA is currently managed by Stratus Management (619) 233-0553. The street name for properties in Rancho Glens is Caminito Mendiola.

CURRENT AVAILABLE LISTINGS IN RANCHO GLENS

$1,995,000 - 4 bdrms/5 baths, approx. 6,175 sq. ft. built in 1993
$2,295,000 - 4 bdrms/5 baths, approx. 4,861 sq. ft. built in 1992

If you are interested in searching for homes in Rancho Glens or the San Diego community of Carmel Valley or Del Mar, researching the current value of your home, or learning more about the current housing market, give us a call anytime at (760) 567-9100. Also our Carmel Valley website provides all information on all the developments in Carmel Valley San Diego - visit us at www.CV-Home.com.

Copyright 2009 Susan Laxson. All Rights Reserved. "Rancho Glens a Gated Community in Carmel Valley, San Diego". Information from sources deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. Listing information is from Sandicor and subject to change without notice.

Carmel Valley Real Estate Market Update for March 2009

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 10:30:37 -0500

CARMEL VALLEY REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE

Current Available Listings: 290 Listings

Least Expensive Home in 92130: $215,000

Information: Del Mar Villas - 1 bdrm/1 bath, apprx. 638 sq. ft.

Most Expensive Home in 92130: $9,995,000

Information: Rancho Pacifica 5+ bdrms/7.5 baths, apprx. 10,518 sq. ft.

Pending/In Escrow Listings: 74 Listings

Pending Least Expensive Home in 92130: $223,500

Information: The Heights - 1 bdrm/1 bath, apprx. 800 sq. ft.

Pending Most Expensive Home in 92130: $3,400,000

Information: Rancho Pacifica - 4 bdrms/ 4.5 baths, apprx. 6,739 sq. ft. Built in 2007

Sold from January 1, 2009 through March 1, 2009: 59 Listings

Sold Least Expensive Home in 92130: $239,000 (List Price $246,100)

Information: Pell Place - 1 bdrm/1 bath, apprx. 748 sq. ft.

Sold Most Expensive Home in 92130: $8,250,000 (List Price $9,995,000)

Information: Rancho Pacifica - 6 bdrms/6.5 baths on 1.14 acres

Interested in buying a home in Carmel Valley or learning more about the area? View our website at www.CV-Home.com. Contact us to view any listed property in Carmel Valley at (760) 567-9100!

Carmel Valley Real Estate Market Update for December 2008

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 08:07:59 -0600

CARMEL VALLEY REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE

Current Available Listings: 215 Listings

Least Expensive Home in 92130: $229,900

Information: Carmel Pointe - 1 bdrm/1 bath, approx. 704 sq. ft.

Most Expensive Home in 92130: $6,999,000 - $7,999,000

Information: Duck Pond Trail w/1 acre - 5 bdrms/4.5 baths, approx. 13,500 sq. ft.

Pending/In Escrow Listings: 63 Listings

Pending Least Expensive Home in 92130: $249,900

Information: Martinique - 1 bdrm/1 bath, approx. 594 sq. ft.

Pending Most Expensive Home in 92130: $9,995,000

Information: Rancho Pacifica - 6 bdrms/ 7 baths, Built in 2007

Sold from January 1, 2008 through December 23, 2008: 570 Listings

Sold Least Expensive Home in 92130: $233,000 (List Price $225,000)

Information: The Lakes - 1 bdrm/1 bath, approx. 951 sq. ft.

Sold Most Expensive Home in 92130: $5,200,000 (List Price $5,995,000)

Information: Rancho Pacifica - 5 bdrms/4 ½ baths, approx. 7,785 sq. ft.

Interested in buying a home in Carmel Valley or learning more about the area? Contact us at (760) 567-9100!

Del Mar Real Estate Market Update for December 2008

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 07:49:08 -0600

DEL MAR REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE

Current Available Listings: 166 Listings

Least Expensive Home in 92014: $180,000

Information: Casa Del Mar Condo - 1 bdrm/1 bath, approx. 609 sq. ft.

Most Expensive Home in 92014: $76,000,000

Information: Del Mar Bluff 3 Parcels Waterfront 5.5 Acres w/over 396 Ft of Oceanfront

Pending/In Escrow Listings: 11 Listings

Pending Least Expensive Home in 92014: $455,000

Information: Del Mar Terrace - 2 bdrm/1.5 baths, approx. 1,035 sq. ft.

Pending Most Expensive Home in 92014: $2,899,000 - $3,299,000

Information: Del Mar Hills - 5 bdrms/ 5 ½ baths built in 2007

Sold from January 1, 2008 through December 23, 2008: 134 Listings

Sold Least Expensive Home in 92014: $194,900 (List Price $194,900)

Information: Del Mar Bluffs - 1 bdrm/1 bath, approx. 628 sq. ft.

Sold Most Expensive Home in 92014: $15,900,000 (List Price $15,995,000)

Information: Ocean Front Beach Colony - 3 bdrms/3 ½ baths, approx. 1,672 sq. ft.

Interested in buying a home in Del Mar or learning more about the area? Contact us at (760) 567-9100!

Del Mar Real Estate Market Update

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 15:14:16 -0600

DEL MAR REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE

Current Available Listings: 172 Listings

Least Expensive Home in 92014: $219,900

Information: Del Mar Bluffs Condo - 1 bdrm/1 bath, approx. 628 sq. ft.

Most Expensive Home in 92014: $76,000,000

Information: Del Mar Bluff 3 Parcels Waterfront 5.5 Acres w/over 396 Ft of Oceanfront

Pending/In Escrow Listings: 11 Listings

Pending Least Expensive Home in 92014: $160,000

Information: Casa del Mar Condo - 1 bdrm/1 bath

Pending Most Expensive Home in 92014: $3,500,000

Information: Olde Del Mar - 4 bdrms/ 2 ½ baths built in 2005

Sold from January 1, 2008 through November 9, 2008: 125 Listings

Sold Least Expensive Home in 92014: $240,000 (List Price $260,000)

Information: Portofino - 1 bdrm/1 bath, approx. 800 sq. ft.

Sold Most Expensive Home in 92014: $15,900,000 (List Price $15,995,000)

Information: Ocean Front Beach Colony - 3 bdrms/3 ½ baths, approx. 1,672 sq. ft.

Interested in buying a home in Del Mar or learning more about the area? Contact us at (858) 245-9905!

Carmel Valley Skatepark Almost Open!

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 14:45:11 -0600

The much anticipated opening of the Carmel Valley Skatepark in San Diego is scheduled for November 22^nd. The Skatepark is located near the intersection of El Camino Real and Townsgate Drive and next to the Carmel Valley Northwestern Division Police Station. The 33,000 square foot facility is scheduled to include a three-part "bowl" area, ramps, steps and other surfaces to suit both beginning and experienced skaters. The park will also include shaded areas, restrooms, observation areas and lights.

This is an exciting addition to a community who already has demonstrated by their outstanding schools, number of sport parks and other activities for families with children that the San Diego community of Carmel Valley is a great place to live and to raise your family!

Carmel Valley Skatepark fans are already abuzz on the internet discussing the new park!

If you are interested in living in this outstanding community, contact us at (858) 245-9905 or visit our extensive Carmel Valley real estate website at www.CV-Home.com to view information about all the developments in Carmel Valley.

Halloween Fun for Carmel Valley Kids

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 19:37:08 -0500

My children and their friends have always loved Halloween in Carmel Valley. They especially like the fact that every neighborhood has loads of opportunities for treats! In addition to "walking the neighborhoods", here are some other places to have fun with your children this Halloween!

The Haunted Birch Aquarium, aimed at kids 13 and under, is on October 24, 25 and 26 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM. This should be lots of fun for the little ones and not too scary!

The teens will especially like the Scream Zone at the Del Mar Fairgrounds which is open nightly, through Saturday, Nov. 1. My daughter just went last weekend and actually left part way through... very scary and she hates clowns who chase people while waving heads without torsos!

There is also the Haunted Hotel downtown and the Haunted Trail in Balboa Park, also through Nov. 1. We haven't tried these, but definitely on our list. Let me know how you like them!

Provence - A Standard Pacific Development in Carmel Valley, San Diego.

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 19:22:58 -0500

PROVENCE in Carmel Valley was developed by Standard Pacific and is a smaller Carmel Valley development featuring only 58 detached homes that were built between 1998 - 1999. The Provence homes offer 4 to 6 bedrooms and have 3 to 5 1/2 bathrooms. Ranging in size from 3,292 to 3,779 square feet of living space, these homes also feature vaulted ceilings and Spanish red-tiled roofs. There are no HOA dues for Provence, but there is Mello-Roos.

Provence offers six floor plans:

Plan 1 - Approx. 3,521 sq. ft., 4 Bdrms/3.5 Baths, 3 Car Garage, Two Story

Plan 2 - Approx. 3,292 sq. ft., 5 Bdrms/3.0 Baths, 3 Car Garage, Two Story

Plan 3 - Approx. 3,521 sq. ft., 5 Bdrms/3.5 Baths, 3 Car Garage, Two Story

Plan 4 - Approx. 3,429 sq. ft., 5 Bdrms/4.5 Baths, 3 Car Garage, Two Story

Plan 5 - Approx. 3,779 sq. ft., 5 Bdrms/5.5 Baths, 3 Car Garage, Two Story

Plan 6 - Approx. 3,439 sq. ft., 6 Bdrms/5.5 Baths, 3 Car Garage, Two Story

The street names for Provence include Bradshaw Court, Pearlman Way & Seashell Place.

CURRENT AVAILABLE LISTINGS IN PROVENCE

$1,249,000 - $1,299,000 - 6 bdrms/6 baths, approx. 3,779 sq. ft.

If you are interested in searching for homes in Provence or the San Diego community of Carmel Valley or Del Mar, researching the current value of your home, viewing our Carmel Valley real estate website, or learning more about the current housing market, give us a call anytime at (858) 245-9905.

Copyright 2008 Susan Laxson. All Rights Reserved. "Provence - A Standard Pacific Development in Carmel Valley, San Diego". Information from sources deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. Listing information is from Sandicor and subject to change without notice.

Coldwell Banker & Realogy Propose Buy-Down in Mortgage Rates

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 17:52:09 -0500

I am a Coldwell Banker real estate agent and today our company announced that Realogy (our parent company) has approached the U.S. Department of Treasury with the call to lower rates from 4.5% or lower on 30 year fixed rates mortgages.

"There are millions of credit-worthy people ready to jump back into the housing market, but they need to be motivated," said Realogy President and CEO Richard A. Smith. "In our view, the incentive of substantially lower mortgage rates would directly stimulate the housing market - both in sales volume and price - and thus accelerate the overall U.S. economic recovery."

Realogy's proposal calls for a short-term government buy-down of mortgage rates to at least 4.5%, or lower, for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage (down from current rates of approximately 6.04%). This homebuyer incentive would apply to the purchase of all new and/or existing homes sold up to $1 million in price.

Here are the key findings from the Realogy broker survey:

95% of brokers said they would expect an increase in home sales if 30-year conforming fixed-rate mortgages were available at 4.5% rates today.
Most notably, 54% of all responding brokers said the impact of a 4.5% mortgage rate would significantly increase home sales in their markets.
Of the brokers who answered that rates would increase, nearly half (46%) indicated that they would anticipate unit sales levels to increase between 10% to 25% if 4.5% mortgage rates were available today.

The majority of brokers also agreed that substantially lower mortgage rates would have a strong stabilizing impact on average home sales prices.

51% of brokers felt home prices would increase somewhat and 38% felt home prices would stay the same.
Of the brokers who felt prices would increase or significantly increase due to 4.5% mortgage rates, 22% felt the home price increases would be in the 3% to 5% range and 13% felt it would be in the 5% to 7.5% range.

About Realogy Corporation

Realogy Corporation, a global provider of real estate and relocation services, has a diversified business model that includes real estate franchising, brokerage, relocation and title services. Realogy's world-renowned brands and business units include Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate, CENTURY 21®, Coldwell Banker®, Coldwell Banker Commercial®, The Corcoran Group®, ERA®, Sotheby's International Realty®, NRT LLC, Cartus and Title Resource Group. Collectively, Realogy's franchise systems have approximately 16,000 offices and 300,000 sales associates doing business in 92 countries around the world. Headquartered in Parsippany, N.J., Realogy (www.realogy.com) has approximately 13,000 employees worldwide. Realogy is owned by affiliates of Apollo Management, L.P., a leading private equity and capital markets investor.

If you are interested in searching for homes in the San Diego community of Carmel Valley or Del Mar, researching the current value of your home, viewing our Carmel Valley real estate website, or learning more about the current housing market, give us a call anytime at (858) 245-9905.

Is your home's market value below your assessed value?

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 17:30:43 -0500

Important information for all Carmel Valley Homeowners!

Via Coldwell Banker La Jolla l Susan Laxson & Associates:

Did you know under California State Law, a temporary reduction in assessed value can be made when the market value of your property falls below the assessed value? For all practical purposes, this only affects those property owners who purchased their property at the height of the current real estate market. If your property is located in San Diego County, click here for the County Tax Assessors Office for an application. Remember, the application is due by December 1st.

If you are interested in searching for homesin La Jolla, researching the current value of your home, viewing our La Jolla real estate website, or learning more about the current housing market, give us a call at (858) 245-9905.

Copyright © 2008 Susan Laxson. All Rights Reserved. "Is your home's market value below your assessed value?". Information from sources deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.

Spooky Fun at La Jolla's Birch Aquarium on October 24th to October 26th

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 12:04:09 -0500

Sp00ky fish fun for everyone!

Via Coldwell Banker La Jolla l Susan Laxson & Associates:

Have you ever been to a haunted aquarium? Here's your chance! The La Jolla Birch Aquarium is sponsoring its 8th annual "Haunted Birch Aquarium" on October 24th, 25th and 26th from 6 pm to 9 pm. Costume contest judging will take place in the Galleria from 6:00 to 7:15 pm and winners will be announced at 7:30 pm.

Your "spooktacular" journey will begin at the spirited pumpkin patch and then will take you down the trail to the haunted hall of fishes where you will find the wolf eels, moon jellies and other marine life that slither and float in the dark.

There will even be water games that will teach you conservation skills and help world-renowned Scripps Oceanography researchers with their scientific experiments. No visit to the aquarium would be complete without close encounters with live creatures...so get ready for globs of hagfish slime or a meet-and-greet with skeleton shrimp.

Come join the fun, howl at the moon and share your spooky adventure with your family and friends this Halloween at Birch Aquarium at Scripps. Dance the monster mash with live music, munch on faBOOlous cookies and sip hot apple cider. Fun for all!

Copyright 2008 Susan Laxson. All Rights Reserved. "Spooky Fun at La Jolla's Birch Aquarium on October 24th to October 26th". Information from sources deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.

The Stock Market or Real Estate - Which is the wilder ride?

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 15:01:01 -0500

The recent roller coaster ride of the stock market has left many of us confused and anxious. The financial news this morning said that the Dow has lost 33% this year, the Nasdaq is down 35% and the S&P is down 36%. That sounds awful when we consider what our retirement and savings funds are worth today, especially if they are relatively "new" investments.

In 1987, my husband worked for Merrill Lynch International as a Financial Consultant in downtown San Diego and I was with Merrill Lynch Realty in La Jolla. I had just won a listing contest for Merrill Lynch and they sent the winners to Europe for the prize. My husband and I were in St. Tropez and having breakfast when another American nearby showed us the French newspaper with the title something like..."Le Stock Market Plunge". We realized then that life as we knew it would change for us given our professions, and it did.

It has been over 20 years since that happened and since that October, the Dow has been up a whopping 409% since 1987, the Nasdag up 486% and the S & P up 318%, according to Fox Financial News today.

I guess what I am trying to say is that the stock market is a roller coaster ride and sometimes going up takes longer than coming down which can often times be a breathtaking fast ride. Next time you are considering investing, you might want to consider the less volatile real estate market with today's short sales, foreclosures and low interest rates being offered for good credit... at least you and your family can have some measure of personal control over "real property", be able to improve on it to add value, or simply live in your investment and enjoy the ride from your front porch.

U.S. Housing Market to Recover in 2009 per Alan Greenspan

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 17:37:44 -0500

Alan Greenspan, the former Federal Reserve Chairman, said the U.S. housing market will begin to recover in the first half of 2009, according to an article he wrote for Emerging Markets Magazine published on Friday.

Greenspan wrote that the recent slowing in the rate of decline in U.S. home prices is the first positive note in the year-long trauma and that eventually, frozen credit markets will thaw "as frightened investors take tentative steps toward re-engagement with risk." "More conclusive signs of pending home price stability are likely to become visible in the first half of 2009 and a healing housing market will aid the credit crisis" he wrote. To read the full article on MSNBC.com - click here.

Copyright © 2008 Susan Laxson. All Rights Reserved. "U.S. Housing Market to Recover in 2009 per Alan Greenspan". Information from sources deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. Listing information is from Sandicor and subject to change without notice.

Promontory - A Pardee Development in Carmel Valley

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 22:31:28 -0500

PROMONTORY HOMES by Pardee are 155 homes built from 1997 to 2000. These estate-size homes feature gourmet style kitchens, family rooms, three car garages & most are situated on larger-sized lots. The homes have four to five bedrooms and three to four one-half bathrooms. They range in size from 2,751 to 4,015 square feet of living space. Many of these lovely homes are situated on cul de sacs and are conveniently located near Ashley Falls Elementary School, Torrey Pines High School, the Del Mar Heights Shopping Center and easy freeway access.

There four floor plans are as follows:

Plan 1 - 4 bdrms/3 baths, 3 car garages, two stories & approximately 2,751 square feet

Plan 2 - 4 bdrms/4 baths, 3 car garages, two stories & approximately 3,124 to 3,157 square feet

Plan 3 - 5 bdrms/4 baths, 3 car garages, two stories & approximately 3,124 to 3,728 square feet

Plan 4 - 5 bdrms/4.5 baths, 3 car garages, two stories & approximately 3,413 to 4,015 square feet

There is a low HOA fee that covers the common area maintenance and there is Mello-Roos. Click here for more information about Mello-Roos. Promontory street names include Winstanley Way, Flaxton Terrace, Chelterham Terrace, Wellworth Point, Thurston Place, Wendover Terrace, Baywind Point, Wyngate Point, Bayliss Court

Taste of Del Mar & Art Stroll - October 4th Event

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 19:39:39 -0500

The annual Taste & Art Stroll in Del Mar is Saturday, October 4th and destined to be a fun time for all! The Art Stroll is free and open to the public and if you want to taste the very best that our restaurants have to offer.. then the taste tickets cost $40.00 each. The tasting portion is my favorite because here is where you can nibble on delicious culinary creations by some of the finest local chefs in our restaurants, along with tasting the California wines and beers from our local breweries. This year there will be 70 local and regional artists participating and being judged. Come stroll by the art and judge for yourself! Great talent!

The Taste & Stroll Program Map - Click Here. More information and to purchase tickets online - Click Here.

If you are interested in searching for homes in Del Mar, researching the current value of your home, viewing our real estate website, or learning more about the current housing market, give us a call anytime at (858) 245-9905.

Private Collection - A Davidson Development in Carmel Valley

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 19:19:37 -0500

PRIVATE COLLECTION is a beautiful development with estate-sized homes that were built in 1998 by Davidson. A small development of 39 homes, they feature four to six bedrooms and three & one-half to 5 bathrooms and range in size from 3,826 to 4,346 square feet of living space. These large homes feature spacious and flexible floor plans on larger sized lots - below are the specs for the floor plans:

PRIVATE COLLECTION FLOOR PLANS

PLAN 1 - 4 bdrms/3.5 baths, approx. 3,826 sq. ft., 3 car garage, two story

PLAN 2 - 5 bdrms/5 baths, approx. 4,240 - 4,337 sq. ft., 3 car garage, two story

PLAN 3 - 6 bdrms/4.5 baths, approx. 4,311 - 4,346 sq. ft., 3 car garage, two story

PLAN 4 - 6 bdrms/4.5 baths, approx. 4,180 - 4,311 sq. ft., 3 car garage, two story

The Private Collection homes are on Pearlman Way & Harwick Lane.

If you are interested in searching for homes in the San Diego community of Carmel Valley, researching the current value of your home, viewing our Carmel Valley real estate website, or learning more about the current housing market, give us a call anytime at (858) 245-9905.

Copyright © 2008 Susan Laxson. All Rights Reserved. "Private Collection - A Davidson Development in Carmel Valley". Information from sources deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. Listing information is from Sandicor and subject to change without notice.

Click here for more information about Mello-Roos.

Portico - A Carmel Valley Development by Pardee Homes

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 18:38:56 -0500

PORTICO is a new homes development by Pardee and located in the new Carmel Valley community of Pacific Highlands Ranch. Featuring early California architecture including stylish details such as wood, iron work and stone, Portico has been a welcome addition to the Carmel Valley community. Along with front porches, there are garages with rear alley entry and greenbelts that weave throughout parts of the community. Front yards are installed and maintained by the Homeowner Association with create a uniform community and a carefree lifestyle for the residents. There are four plans offered from 2,161 to 2,408 square feet and three to four bedrooms. Pardee includes its residents in a LIVINGSMART neighborhood and Portico provides options for roof integrated solar electric power, a tankless water heater, carpet from recycled materials and more.

Pacific Highlands Ranch is a master-planned community located only minutes from the coast. Nestled in among 1,300 acres of preserved natural habitat, residents can take advantage of the multi-use trail system, and the new state-of-the-art Pacific Highlands Ranch Recreation Center.

There are HOA dues which cover common area maintenance and Mello-Roos. The names of some of the streets in Portico include African Holly Trail, Blue Lace Trail, Pacific Highlands Ranch Parkway, Roselle Meadows Trail, and Scarlet Sage Trail.

CURRENT LISTINGS AVAILABLE IN PORTICO

$679,999 - $719,999 - 3 bdrms/3 baths, approx. 2,408 sq. ft.
$740,700 - 4 bdrms/3 baths, approx. 2,376 sq. ft.
$746,025 - 4 bdrms/3 baths, approx. 2,413 sq. ft.

RECENT SALES IN PORTICO

Sold 4/30/08 for $680,000 - 4 bdrms/3 baths, approx. 2,165 sq. ft.
Sold 1/28/08 for $710,000 - 4 bdrms/3 baths, approx. 2,408 sq. ft.
Sold 8/19/08 for $722,125 - 4 bdrms/3 baths, approx. 2,413 sq. ft.
Sold 1/29/08 for $715,000 - 4 bdrms/3 baths, approx. 2,413 sq. ft.
Sold 5/19/08 for $702,000 - 4 bdrms/3 baths, approx. 2,165 sq. ft.
Sold 6/23/08 for $715,000 - 4 bdrms/3 baths, approx. 2,408 sq. ft.
Sold 5/22/08 for $730,000 - 4 bdrms/3 baths, approx. 2,413 sq. ft.
Sold 2/29/08 for $690,000 - 4 bdrms/3 baths, approx. 2,408 sq. ft.

Copyright © 2008 Susan Laxson. All Rights Reserved. "Portico - A Carmel Valley Development by Pardee Homes". Information from sources deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. Listing information is from Sandicor and subject to change without notice.

Click here for more information about Mello-Roos.

CARMEL VALLEY FAMILY SWAP MEET - September 28th at Canyon Crest Academy

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 12:43:52 -0500

This Sunday, September 28th from 9 am to 1 pm, Scripps Hospital Maternal & Child Health Services, along with the Parent Connection are sponsoring a Family Swap Meet. Families with infants, young children and soon-to-be parents will find something special at the swap meet. The Swap Meet is open to the public and there is a $2 admission fee and 12 and under are free. Over 200 vendors are scheduled to be offering items for sale.

The Parent Connection brings San Diego families together to provide support, share experiences, enjoy social activities and build lasting relationships. The Parent Connection offers events for moms, dads, couples, kids, age-appropriate play group located in your area, and support for the entire family. Special events and activities give the whole family a chance to enjoy picnics, celebrate holidays and join in field trips to museums and other local attractions. Call 858-626-6944 for more information.

Canyon Crest Academy is located at 5951 Village Center Loop in Carmel Valley, San Diego.

The Pines by Baldwin - Patio Homes in Carmel Valley, San Diego

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 16:50:22 -0500

Funny personal story about the Pines in Carmel Valley... When my husband and I were first married he had a job that took him out of the country. While he was away on a trip to Saudi Arabia, I visited the sales office of the newly developed Carmel Valley community called "The Pines" and found a floor plan that I liked. In those days, there weren't very many new home communities along the coast and I didn't want to take a chance on losing the location and floor plan that I wanted, so... I put a deposit on it, subject to my husband's approval. When he came home from his trip I asked him if he wanted to go out for breakfast and maybe drive around and look at new home models. He agreed and we headed over to the Pines. When we walked in, the sales clerk, jumped up and came over and said, "Congratulations, Mr. Laxson, on your new home purchase." He looked at me, started to laugh and said, "I thought you said let's have breakfast and just look at new home models!" Needless to say, he loved the floor plan and signed on the dotted line that day for the purchase of our first home together. Our new home cost us $135,000 and today... well, they are worth a bit more than that now.

THE PINES development by Baldwin Homes was one of the first "patio style" home developments in Carmel Valley and was built in 1985. Patio style homes are homes that have a zero lot line on one side of the house and the other side is a side yard to the back yard. The Pines development features 168 detached homes that have two to four bedrooms and two to three bathrooms. The homes range in size from 1,236 to 1,803 square feet of interior living space. These homes offer fireplaces and two car garages with the laundry in the garage. The Pines are conveniently located within walking distance of the schools, parks & shopping center and enjoy close freeway access.

The Pines four floor plans feature:

Plan 1 - 2 bdrms/2 baths, approx. 1,236 sq. ft.
Plan 2 - 3 bdrms/2.5 baths, approx. 1,738 sq. ft.
Plan 3 - 3 bdrms/3 baths, approx. 1,758 sq ft.
Plan 4 - 4 bdrms/2.5 baths, approx. 1,803 sq. ft.

There is no Mello-Roos or HOA Dues.

CURRENT AVAILABLE LISTINGS IN THE PINES

$649,000 - 2 bdrms/2 baths, approx. 1,236 sq. ft.

RECENT SALES IN THE PINES

Sold 5/19/08 for $630,000 - 3 bdrms/3 baths, approx. 2,043 sq. ft. (family room addition)
Sold 4/7/08 for $675,000 - 3 bdrms/3 baths, approx. 1,738 sq. ft.

The Pines street names include Carmel Cape, Carmel Springs Way, Carmel Brooks, Carmel Pointe, San Ardo Cove, and San Bruno Cove.

Copyright © 2008 Susan Laxson. All Rights Reserved. "The Pines by Baldwin - Patio Homes in Carmel Valley, San Diego". Information from sources deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. Listing information is from Sandicor and subject to change without notice.

Understanding Mello-Roos

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 20:18:26 -0500

I receive many questions from clients regarding Mello-Roos in Carmel Valley and surrounding areas. In purchasing your new home, your future monthly payments will be made up of principal, interest, real property taxes and insurance, but what is the tax for the Community Facilities District, otherwise known as a Mello -Roos District? The following information is compiled from the County Tax Assessor's office and First American Title Insurance Company.

UNDERSTANDING MELLO-ROOS

Q: What are Mello-Roos districts and how did they come about?

A: Mello-Roos districts are established by local governments at the request of a developer to finance specific public facilities and services such as schools, roads and libraries. Mello-Roos districts were authorized by state law in 1982. This law allows any public agency to establish a Mello-Roos district, which then can issue the necessary tax-exempt bonds and impose fees to pay off these bonds. These services may include streets, water, sewage and drainage, electricity, infrastructure, schools, parks and police protection to newly developing areas. The tax a homeowner pays is used to make the payments of principal and interest on the bonds.

Q. What are my Mello-Roos taxes paying for?

A: Homeowner's taxes may be paying for both services and facilities. The services may be financed only to the extent of new growth, and services include: Police protection, fire protection, ambulance and paramedic services, recreation program services, library services, the operation and maintenance of parks, parkways and open space, museums, cultural facilities, flood and storm protection, and services for the removal of any threatening hazardous substance. Facilities which may be financed under the Act include: Property with an estimated useful life of five years or longer, parks, recreation facilities, parkway facilities, open-space facilities, elementary and secondary school sites and structures, libraries, child care facilities, natural gas pipeline facilities, telephone lines, facilities to transmit and distribute electrical energy, cable television lines, and others.

Q: How are these community facilities bonds paid off?

A: These bonds are paid off by the property owners with the Mello-Roos district who are charged a separate fee on their property-tax bills.

Q: What is a Mello-Roos fee and how long does it last?

A: Mello-Roos fee is a separate charge on the property-tax bill. This is in addition to the 1 percent property-tax rate allowed by Proposition 13. Mello-Roos fees may be levied only as long as they are needed to pay off the bonds. Typically, the duration is 20-25 years, but not to exceed 40 years.

Q: How much are Mello-Roos assessment fees?

A: Mello-Roos fees range from $174 to over $3,000 annually. The average fee is $1,488 per year. The amount of tax may vary from year-to-year, but may not exceed the maximum amount specified when the district was created. In the case of the purchase of a new house within a subdivision, the maximum amount of the tax will be specified in the public report. The Resolution of Formation must specify the rate, method of apportionment, and manner of collection of the special tax in sufficient detail to allow each landowner or resident within the proposed district to estimate the maximum amount that he or she will have to pay.

Q. Where are Mello-Roos districts located?

A: Mello-Roos districts are located throughout San Diego County and are normally found in large, new subdivisions such as some areas of Carmel Valley, Santaluz, Eastlake and other newer communities in San Diego.

Q: How can I determine if a property is in a Mello-Roos district?

A: The property-tax bill will identify Mello-Roos fees as a CFD (Community Facilities District) followed by a fund number and a fee amount. If you are purchasing a new home, the owner/owner's agent should provide you this information.

Q. Are the assessments included within the Proposition 13 tax limits?

A: No. The passage of Proposition 13 in 1978 severely restricted local government in its ability to finance public capital facilities and services by increasing real property taxes. The "Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982" provided local government with an additional financing tool. The Proposition 13 tax limits are on the value of the real property, while Mello-Roos taxes are equally and uniformly applied to all properties.

Q. When are these taxes paid?

A: By purchasing an interest in a subdivision within a Community Facilities District an owner can expect to be assessed for a Mello-Roos tax which will typically be collected with a homeowner's general property tax bill. These special tax payments are subject to the same penalties that apply to regular property taxes.

Q. What happens if a general tax payment is not made on time?

A: Because the Mello-Roos tax is typically collected with your general property tax bill, the Facilities District that obtained the lien may withdraw the assessment from the tax roll and commence judicial foreclosure.

Q. What is the basis for the tax?

A: Most special taxes levied on properties within these districts have been structured on the basis of density of development, square footage of construction, or flat acreage charges. The act, however, allows for considerable flexibility in the method of apportionment of taxes, and the local agencies may have established an entirely different method of levying the special tax against property in the district in question.

Q. How is the special tax reflected on the real property records?

A: The special tax is a lien on a property, essentially like a regular tax lien. The lien is recorded as a "Notice of Special Tax Lien" which is a continuing lien to secure each levy of the special tax.

Q. How are Mello-Roos taxes affected when the property is sold?

A: The Mello-Roos tax is assessed against the land, but is not based upon the value of the property, therefore, the possible increased value of the property does not affect the amount of the tax when property is sold. The amount of the tax may not exceed the original maximum amount stated in the Resolution of Formation. Any delinquent payments must be satisfied before the sale of the real property since the unpaid amounts are a lien against the property.

Palma Del Mar - A Carmel Valley, San Diego Development by Pardee Homes

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 13:17:28 -0500

PALMA DEL MAR was built in 1997-1999 by Pardee Homes in the San Diego community of Carmel Valley. Pardee Homes is a well-known quality builder of homes and has built the majority of the housing developments in Carmel Valley. Palma del Mar is a development of 76 homes with Spanish tiled roofs, flexible floor plans, and many are situated on cul de sacs. There are four floor plans as follows:

Plan 1 - 3 bdrms/2.5 baths, 2 car garage, single story, approx. 2,236 sq. ft.
Plan 2 - 4 bdrms/3 baths, 3 car garage, two story, approx. 2,114 - 3,197 sq. ft.
Plan 3 - 4 bdrms/3.5 baths, 2 car garage, two story, approx. 2,904 sq. ft.
Plan 4 - 5 bdrms/3 baths, 3 car garage, two story, approx. 3,114 - 3,197 sq. ft.

The home sites have average to large-size lots and the larger floor plans include a bedroom & bath downstairs. There is Mello-Roos for the Palma del Mar development, but no HOA dues.

Palma del Mar street names include Beachcomber Court, Pacific Grove Place, Pearlman Way, and Southhampton Cove.

RECENT SALES IN THE PALMA DEL MAR DEVELOPMENT

Sold 2/20/08 for $999,900 - 4 bdrms/4 baths, approx. 3,100 sq. ft.
Sold 5/07/08 for $1,250,000 - 4 bdrms/3 baths, approx. 3,114 sq. ft.

Copyright © 2008 Susan Laxson. All Rights Reserved. "Palma Del Mar - A Carmel Valley, San Diego Development by Pardee Homes". Information from sources deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. Listing information is from Sandicor and subject to change without notice.

Palisades - A Carmel Valley in San Diego Development by Standard Pacific

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 12:23:48 -0500

The PALISADES development in the San Diego community of Carmel Valley was built by Standard Pacific between 1995 - 1997. Standard Pacific is considered one the the premier home builders in San Diego and the Palisades development is no exception. The 233 homes in the community feature tile roofs, vaulted ceilings and other architectural standouts. There are four floor plans as follows:

Plan 1 - 3 bdrms/3 baths, 3 car garage, two story home, approx. 2,449 sq. ft.
Plan 2 - 4 bdrms/3 baths, 3 car garage, two story home, approx. 2,870 sq. ft.
Plan 3 - 5 bdrms/3 baths, 3 car garage, two story home, approx. 2,870 to 3,020 sq. ft.
Plan 4 - 5 bdrms/4 baths, 3 car garage, two story home, approx. 2,658 sq. ft.

Recreational amenities such as parks, pools, hiking trails and hundreds of acres of natural open space allow the Palisades residents to enjoy San Diego's Mediterranean climate year round. Additional community pluses include close proximity to the Pacific Ocean, abundant shopping and widely acclaimed schools. There is no HOA dues, but there is Mello-Roos for this development.

The Palisades street names include Almondwood Way, Eastcliff Court, Riding Ridge Road, Chandon Court, Bookburn, Vail Creek Court, Alqonquin Court and Brubaker.

RECENT SALES IN THE PALISADES DEVELOPMENT

Sold 7/03/08 for $905,000 - 4 bdrms/3 baths, approx. 2,449 sq. ft.
Sold 5/23/08 for $890,000 - 4 bdrms/3 baths, approx. 2,449 sq. ft.
Sold 5/21/08 for $955,000 - 5 bdrms/3 baths, approx. 3,020 sq. ft.
Sold 8/20/08 for $945,000 - 5 bdrms/4 baths, approx. 2,658 sq. ft.
Sold 7/31/08 for $1,145,000 - 5 bdrms/3 baths, approx. 3,020 sq. ft.

Copyright © 2008 Susan Laxson. All Rights Reserved. "Palisades - A Carmel Valley in San Diego Development by Standard Pacific". Information from sources deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. Listing information is from Sandicor and subject to change without notice.

Palacio Del Mar - A Gated Golf Course Community in Carmel Valley

Laxson Associates l Carmel Valley San Diego — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 11:50:05 -0500

PALACIO DEL MAR is a guard gated community for people who enjoy an active lifestyle with a variety of onsite amenities. Palacio has all that and more with an executive style golf course, two pools & spas, basketball court, four tennis courts, tot playgrounds & fitness center. Although the majority of lot sizes are small, many of them have golf course views or views of the surrounding hills. Palacio is a community of 421 homes and was built between 1995-1997. There are actually two communities in Palacio - The Vintage and Palacio Del Mar, but most call the development, "Palacio" and there is very little difference between the floor plans in each development. The six floor plans feature homes ranging in size from 1,912 to 3,439 square feet and from 4 to 6 bedrooms and 3 to bathrooms. Located off of Hwy 56, this community is a popular and desired community due to its close proximity to Torrey Pines State beach, shopping centers, schools, parks & freeway access. HOA Dues cover the common area maintenance, gated community and recreational amenities, along with other community expenses.

PALACIO FLOOR PLANS INFORMATION

Plan 1 - Sq. Feet: 1912 - 4 bdrms/3 baths, two car garage, single story
Plan 2 - Sq. Feet: 2087-2426 - 4 bdrms/3 baths, three car garage, two story
Plan 3 - Sq. Feet: 2740-3440 - 4 bdrms/3.5 baths, three car garage, two story
Plan 4 - Sq. Feet: 2432-2475 - 5 bdrms/3 baths, three car garage, two story
Plan 5 - Sq. Feet: 2740-3432 - 5 bdrms/3.5 baths, two car garage, two story
Plan 6 - Sq. Feet: 2935-3432 - 6 bdrms/3.5 baths, two car garage, two story

PALACIO CARMEL VALLEY NEIGHBORHOOD STREET NAMES INCLUDE: Caminito Exquisito, Ruette de Mer, Caminito Destello, Caminito Vista Lujo, Caminito Radiante, Caminito Esmero, Caminito Granate, Caminito Mundano & others.

CURRENT AVAILABLE LISTINGS IN PALACIO

$779,900 -3 bdrms/2 baths, apprx. 1,942 sq. ft.
$825,000 - 4 bdrms/3 baths, apprx. 1,912 sq. ft.
$849,900 - 5 bdrms/3 baths, apprx. 2,475 sq. ft.
$881,000 - 4 bdrms/3 baths, apprx. 1,974 sq. ft.

CURRENT PENDING LISTINGS IN PALACIO

$849,500 - 4 bdrms/3 baths, apprx. 1,974 sq. ft.

RECENT SALES IN PALACIO

Sold 3/17/08 - $783,993 4 bdrms/3 baths, apprx. 1,912 sq. ft.
Sold 4/11/08 - $795,000 4 bdrms/3 baths, apprx. 1,912 sq. ft.
Sold 4/17/08 - $780,000 4 bdrms/3 baths, apprx. 1,921 sq. ft.
Sold 7/08/08 - $810,000 4 bdrms/3 baths, apprx. 1,921 sq. ft.
Sold 8/20/08 - $795,000 4 bdrms/3 baths, apprx. 2,475 sq. ft.
Sold 6/27/08 - $800,000 4 bdrms/3 baths, apprx. 2,738 sq. ft.
Sold 8/04/08 - $845,000 4 bdrms/3 baths, apprx. 2,087 sq. ft.
Sold 3/19/08 - $863,000 4 bdrms/4 baths, apprx. 2,804 sq. ft.
Sold 4/04/08 - $903,500 4 bdrms/4 baths, apprx. 2,804 sq. ft.
Sold 6/20/08 - $880,000 4 bdrms/3 baths, apprx. 2,087 sq. ft.
Sold 8/20/08 - $1,000,000 5 bdrms/4 baths, apprx. 2,935 sq. ft.
Sold 5/15/08 - $1,045,000 5 bdrms/4 baths, apprx. 3,439 sq. ft.