Fourth of July in Newport Beach Festivities - And Fireworks too! - 06/30/11 10:40 AM


 
Happy Fourth of July! July 4th is the 186th day of the year. and this is the 235 year which celebrates the United States independence from Great Britain. The 4th of July Declaration of Independence was signed on July 4, 1776.
 

 
On the 4th of July in Newport Beach, families get together for parades, barbecues, and get togethers. There are some changes this year if you have intentions of visiting the beach. Make sure you arrive early. There are activities all over town including the Huntington Beach Parade in Huntington Beach, and a Fireworks Extravaganza at Newport … (25 comments)

Balboa Island in Newport Beach - Market Update - 06/29/11 09:33 PM

Balboa Island in Newport Beach is a highly sought after area. Buyers choose to live on Balboa Island because of the lifestyle.
 

Balboa Island in Newport Beach is a man made set of three islands that are located in Newport Beach. The three islands of Balboa Island include – the main island, the little island and Collins Island. Collins Island has only 8 homes on it, and it is a gated area of Balboa Island.
 

The main island of Balboa Island has approximately 1450 home sites located on it. To access Balboa Island in Newport Beach, you … (16 comments)

Linda Isle in Newport Beach, CA - Market Update - 06/29/11 11:39 AM

Linda Isle in Newport Beach is a guard gated  community. Linda Isle features beautiful custom bay front homes. Linda Isle in Newport Beach was originally designed so that all the homes in Linda Isle are bay front. Additionally, these custom waterfront homes have docks for yachts. The dock sizes do range in size.
 

The views from these bay front homes are amazing. View the Newport Harbor, and enjoy activities through out the year including the Newport Beach Fourth of July parade, and the Newport Beach parade of lights during the holiday months.
 

There are currently 11 active … (12 comments)

Newport Shores Home Just Listed for Sale! - 06/28/11 07:03 PM

233 Canal StreetNewport Beach, CA 92663
 

This beautiful Canal front home located in Newport Shores has just been listed for sale. This home is located at 233 Canal Street in Newport Shores in Newport Beach.
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This Newport Beach home for sale features three bedrooms, all located upstairs. There is a large master suite with skylights, and a balcony which has an ocean view. This Newport Shores home for sale has been remodeled throughout utilizing the finest in finish through out this home. 
 

The downstairs of … (14 comments)

The Castaways in Newport Beach Market Update - 06/27/11 11:54 AM

The Castaways in Newport Beach is a guard gated community.  These Newport Beach homes were originally built in 1997 and 1998 by Taylor Woodrow.
 

The Castaways in Newport Beach are bordered by Dover Drive and some overlook the back bay, and have incredible ocean views.
View The Castaways in Newport Beach, CA in a larger map The Castaways homes in Newport Beach has Cape Cod Style design and architecture. Many of these Newport Beach homes do have three car garages. It is a very charming community. The school district for the residents of the Castaways is Newport Mesa, and … (8 comments)

Newport Beach REO/Bank Owned Market Update - 06/25/11 01:05 PM

June, 2011
 

Newport Beach REO home buyers usually face the challenge of competing with multiple offers on the properties. Also, Newport Beach REO home buyers are competing with cash buyers as well.
 
Newport Beach has an inventory of bank owned homes or REO properties.
 
Curently there are 15 active listings in all of Newport Beach, there are two in back up, six pending, and there have been three Newport Beach bank owned sales in June, 2011. The number of sales is down from the same period last year. In June, 2010, there were seven sales, and the same time period this year there … (12 comments)

Newport Shores in Newport Beach, Market Update - 06/25/11 12:18 PM

Newport Shores is located on the west side of Newport Beach and has approximately 440 homes. Most of the homes are single family homes, however there are duplexes as well.
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Newport Shores in Newport Beach has a community pool, community clubhouse, tennis court, sand volley ball court and basketball court. Additionally, there are two parks with playground equipment for the children and their parents to enjoy!
 

Currently, there are 7 active listings, one is in back up, and one is pending. All the actives … (6 comments)

Broker Preview and Open House - 123 43rd Street, Newport Beach, CA - 06/24/11 11:27 AM

Broker Preview
June 24, 2011
11am to 2pm
123 43rd StreetNewport Beach, CA 92663
 

This stunning five bedroom, four and a half bath home was just listed yesterday. This beautiful Newport Beach custom home is being offered for consideration at $2,799,500.
 
This Newport Beach home for sale is literally steps from the beach, and there are two decks, which both feature spectacular views.
 
This home features a gourmet kitchen with top of the line appliances, which opens to a great room and formal dining area.
 

The kitchen in this Newport Beach home for sale has … (9 comments)

Just Listed! Newport Beach Custom Home for Sale! - 06/23/11 02:10 PM
Just Listed!
123 43rd StreetNewport Beach, CA
Offered for consideration at $2,799,500

This custom built five bedroom, five bathroom home is located in Newport Beach just steps to the sand. Enjoy the beach lifestyle while living in luxury. This stunning Newport Beach home for sale has a gourmet kitchen with top of the line Viking Appliances, granite counters and custom cabinetry. This Newport Beach home is an entertainer’s dream. The main floor great room consists of the kitchen which opens to the formal living area and dining area. Enjoy the main level deck and take in the ocean view.

… (11 comments)

Blue Water Grill in Newport Beach, CA - 06/21/11 12:01 PM
Hi, my name is Morgan Thomson, I am Sharon’s daughter and here is my view of  living in Newport Beach!  
The food, the view, the people, all adds to the beautiful atmosphere of the Blue Water Grill in Newport Beach.

The food? Where to begin? It varies anywhere from cheeseburgers to the finest lobster in the city. My favorite is the steamed clams, the lobster tail. When I was younger, I got 6 steamed clams… they’re just that good. To drink, the finest wine, or the best soda you’ve ever had. All for a generally good price.

The people. … (8 comments)

Are You Visiting Newport Beach? Things to do in Newport Beach! - 06/19/11 12:48 PM
Are you looking for something to do in Newport Beach? If you are, then visit the Fun Zone on the Balboa Peninsula. There is the fun zone and there is a ferris wheel and a merry go round. There is also a bungee jump for the kids.

Take a ride on the Balboa Island Ferry and visit Balboa Island in Newport Beach.
 

The journey on the Balboa Island ferry is brief, but worth the ride. There are beautiful boats, and sea life including seals that are usually around. The ferry takes autos, pedestrians, and bicycles.
 
If you are considering … (16 comments)

What is the Value of Your Newport Beach Home? - 06/17/11 04:20 PM

Are you considering selling your Newport Beach home? If you are, make sure you read the tips and suggestions for preparing your home to sell.  The next step to consider when selling your Newport Beach home is to establish value.
If you would like to find out the value of your home, fill out our on-line questionnaire regarding home value.
There are several methods to establish value of your Newport Beach home. 
Internet Estimates – one of the first places a Newport Beach home seller will look is on the internet and look at homes values such as Zillow. Sometimes these internet estimates … (5 comments)

Preparing your Newport Beach, CA Home to Sell - 06/14/11 06:00 PM
Are you considering putting your Newport Beach, CA home on the market? Then, you want to make your home stand out amongst the competition, and any improvements that increase the home’s attractiveness, overall size and appearance to the general buying public will increase its value.

1. One of the first recommendations when considering selling your  Newport Beach home is to de-clutter. Less is more, and it will improve the overall appearance of the home. Also, consider organizing drawers and closets, because buyers do look, and this can be a reflection on how the home has been maintained.
2. Put away personal photographs, and have the … (12 comments)

El Ranchito in Corona del Mar, CA - 06/12/11 04:08 PM


Are you looking for some great mexican food and perhaps a margarita to accompany it? Well then, why not consider El Ranchito in Corona del Mar.  Elk Ranchito in Corona del Mar is located at:
2515 East coast HighwayCorona Del Mar, CA 92625Telephone: 949.644.TACO
El Ranchito in Corona del Mar was orignally established in 1996 and recently moved to this new location. It is walking distance for residents who reside in the Village of Corona del Mar and Sailhouse.

El Ranchito has been one of my favorites for years, it is convenient and the service is good. At this particular location in Corona … (6 comments)

Are You Considering Renting a Newport Beach Home? - 06/11/11 02:47 PM
Newport Beach homes for lease move very quickly. If the property is priced right, it will be leased in a very timely fashion. There are many people searching for Newport Beach homes for lease right now, and they move quick!

What can you anticipate when you are leasing a Newport Beach home?
 
It is important to fill out an online rental questionnaire to provide me with basic information so that I know what parameters are important to you with your Newport Beach home for lease.Determine the date of when you are planning to move. It is important to begin your search 30 … (12 comments)

Roger's Gardens in Newport Beach, CA - 06/10/11 07:27 PM
Roger’s Gardens in Newport Beach is one of my favorite places to visit. Roger’s Gardens is located at:
2301 San Joaquin Hills RoadCorona Dell Mar, CA 92625(949) 640-5800
Whether you are looking for a gift, adding something to your garden or home, or just going to browse all the beautiful items on display at Roger’s Gardens in Newport Beach is always a treat to visit. There is home decor, holiday decorations, items for home and garden. It is a great place to visit and get ideas. They have beautiful water features, and  ceramic decor to decorate your out door garden. If you … (14 comments)

18th Annual Balboa Island Parade-Newport Beach, CA - 06/05/11 11:04 AM
he 18th annual Balboa Island parade will be held today and begins at 11:00 am. The Balboa Island parade will be held on Marine Avenue, and the bridge to Balboa Island will be closed at 10:45 am. To access the island, utilize the Balboa Island ferry.

The theme for this year’s parade is “Balboa Island…Spirit of America”. Come on out to see decorated floats, people, dogs, golf carts that are decorated as well. This is a great time to get together with neighbors and friends on Balboa Island in Newport Beach.

Balboa Island is a quaint community located in Newport Beach. There … (5 comments)

Considering Purchasing a Newport Beach Short Sale? - 06/01/11 12:40 PM

Are you considering purchasing a Newport Beach short sale? If you are, then you will need to be prepared for some challenges that come up along the way. The definition of a short sale is the sale of real estate in which the amount yielded from the sale is short of the balance owed on a loan secured by the property which will be sold. In essence, what that means is the lienholder(s) agree to discount the balance of the loan to sell the property. This is usually done in lieu of foreclosure.
Often times, buyers will think that a Newport Beach short sale will … (12 comments)

 
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