Pedersen Team | Pedersen Real Estate | 951-840-5212 951-840-5212
12581 Rock Rose Ct, Riverside, CA
Stunning Single Story Home in Gated Community
3BR/3.5BA Single Family House
offered at $455,000
Year Built
2004
Sq Footage
3,415
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3 full, 1 partial
Floors
2
Parking
Unspecified
Lot Size
15,681 sqft
HOA/Maint
$132 per month
DESCRIPTION
This gorgeous single story home has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, an office, an exercise room, family room, formal dining and living rooms. The large kitchen has beautiful granite counters, lots of cabinet and counter space, two pantries and butler’s pantry. The gorgeous entryway has leaded and beleveled glass door and sidelights. Other upgrades include: 20” tile set on a diagonal, built-in entertainment center, gas log fireplace, 12 foot ceilings, coffered ceilings and lots of ceiling fans. The master bedroom suite has large sliding glass doors going out to the patio with a view of the pond and waterfall, large deep tub, walk in closet, large bathroom. The laundry room has a deep sink and lots of cabinets. The yard is exquisitely landscaped and has a covered patio (Alumawood), stamped and colored concrete, pond with waterfall, pond in the front courtyard, stone walk-way, lots of beautiful hardscaping, gazebo, awnings/shades on the huge window on the west-facing side of the house. Wonderful community with great amenities: security, community pool and spa, parks, playgrounds, ball fields, sports court.
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PROPERTY FEATURES
- Central A/C
- Fireplace
- High/Vaulted ceiling
- Walk-in closet
- Tile floor
- Family room
- Living room
- Office/Den
- Dining room
- Dishwasher
- Stove/Oven
- Microwave
- Granite countertop
- Laundry area - inside
- Balcony, Deck, or Patio
- Yard
OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES
- Open floor plan, ready-to-move-in condition, amazing neighborhood
Congress just passed an expanded version of the $8,000 first-time home buyer tax credit that was supposed to expire on November 30th. Although the tax credit remains at $8,000 for home buyers that have not owned a home in the last three years, it has been expanded to include a $6,500 tax credit for home buyers that have lived in their current primary residence for at least five consecutive years out of the past eight years. Under the old rules, move-up home buyers did not qualify.
Here is an example of how the new rules about existing homeowners apply: Todd purchased a home in 2004, and lived there for the past 5 years as his primary home. If Todd decides to buy a new primary residence today, he would qualify for the $6,500 tax credit based on the fact that he lived in the same residence as his primary home for at least five consecutive years out of the last eight.
The tax credit applies to homes purchased for less than $800,000 before May 1, 2010. The purchase contract must be fully agreed upon and signed by May 1st and the transaction must close by June 30th, 2010.
The income limitations have gone up with the new version - for single tax payers previously the income limitation was $75,000 and that was increased to $125,000 under the new rules. For married tax payers, the income limitation went up from $150,000 to $225,000. With the new higher limits, more people will qualify for the credit, especially in areas with higher costs of living.
This is terrific news for buyers in Riverside and Corona and all throughout the Inland Empire. Take advantage of this tax credit as well as very low interest rates and housing prices to buy your first home or move up to a home that better meets your needs.
If you would like to learn more about selling or buying real estate in Riverside or Corona CA, contact me at vicki@pedersen-team.comClick here to visit my website.
Here is a look at what is happening as of November 4, 2009 in residential real estate in Corona, CA. There are currently 533 active listings for single family homes for sale. The information below is organized by Corona CA zip codes. The average list price of sold homes shows the average price as listed on the multiple listing service and the average sold price shows the average actual sales prices. The average prices of the sold homes for October was $340,233.
92879
Oct 2009
Sept 2009
July 2009
Number of houses for sale
96
87
90
Number of houses in escrow
132
152
137
Number of sold houses
37
57
42
Average list price of sold houses
$262,251
$263,414
$238,643
Average sold price of houses
$263,989
$268,586
$240,112
92880
Oct 2009
Sept 2009
July 2009
Number of houses for sale
138
136
135
Number of houses in escrow
256
258
302
Number of sold houses
96
87
84
Average list price of sold houses
$338,769
$347,216
$344,241
Average sold price of houses
$348,375
$355,133
$350,259
92881
Oct 2009
Sept 2009
July 2009
Number of houses for sale
70
70
68
Number of houses in escrow
114
110
105
Number of sold houses
31
41
46
Average list price of sold houses
$393,342
$358,329
$353,114
Average sold price of houses
$402,794
$365,461
$353,570
92882
Oct 2009
Sept 2009
July 2009
Number of houses for sale
98
84
100
Number of houses in escrow
195
198
187
Number of sold houses
65
76
69
Average list price of sold houses
$321,377
$302,660
$286,596
Average sold price of houses
$330,994
$307,682
$288,884
92883
Oct 2009
Sept 2009
July 2009
Number of houses for sale
131
137
129
Number of houses in escrow
201
197
215
Number of sold houses
61
53
69
Average list price of sold houses
$349,607
$339,791
$325,494
Average sold price of houses
$355,012
$337,917
$327,333
If you would like to learn more about selling or buying real estate in Corona, CA, you can contact me at vicki@pedersen-team.comClick here to visit my website.
Here is a look at what is happening in Riverside CA in residential real estate during the last three months. This includes only single family houses, no condos are included. The number of houses currently for sale and in escrow is as of November 4, 2009. Prices seem to be still moving around quite a bit - four of the eight Riverside CA zip codes had higher sold prices than in September 2009 (or lower prices - depending on how you look at it - the glass is half full or the glass is half empty). The average price for houses that sold in Riverside during October was $205,644.
92501
Oct 2009
Sept 2009
Aug 2009
Number of houses for sale
57
52
21
Number of houses in escrow
51
60
15
Number of sold houses
26
20
16
Average list price of solds
$141,977
$148,880
$173,450
Average sold price of houses
$140,395
$152,525
$172,838
92503
Oct 2009
Sept 2009
Aug 2009
Number of houses for sale
210
191
86
Number of houses in escrow
264
297
100
Number of sold houses
104
108
116
Average list price of solds
$205.270
$202,144
$217,010
Average sold price of houses
$210,037
$221,637
$247,951
92504
Oct 2009
Sept 2009
Aug 2009
Number of houses for sale
120
132
145
Number of houses in escrow
172
169
166
Number of sold houses
54
64
73
Average list price of solds
$197,364
$178,730
$187,870
Average sold price of houses
$197,507
$182,585
$189,132
92505
Oct 2009
Sept 2009
Aug 2009
Number of houses for sale
68
71
69
Number of houses in escrow
108
113
118
Number of sold houses
43
44
45
Average list price of sold houses
$164,581
$168,813
$195,654
Average sold price of houses
$168,407
$174,000
$197,378
92506
Oct 2009
Sept 2009
Aug 2009
Number of houses for sale
142
128
125
Number of houses in escrow
123
126
118
Number of sold houses
52
38
49
Average list price of solds
$325,597
$306,686
$297,175
Average sold price of houses
$309,121
$305,285
$291,136
92507
Oct 2009
Sept 2009
Aug 2009
Number of houses for sale
74
74
74
Number of houses in escrow
61
77
75
Number of sold houses
31
27
36
Average list price of sold houses
$174,575
$159,304
$190,874
Average sold price of houses
$172,526
$160,407
$191,450
92508
Oct 2009
Sept 2009
Aug 2009
Number of houses for sale
92
85
82
Number of houses in escrow
105
112
118
Number of sold houses
36
47
43
Average list price of sold houses
$280,592
$297,081
$263,019
Average sold price of houses
$278,125
$304,079
$261,208
92509
Oct 2009
Sept 2009
Aug 2009
Number of houses for sale
146
162
175
Number of houses in escrow
197
206
182
Number of sold houses
80
69
76
Average list price of sold houses
$168,724
$164,489
$159,462
Average sold price of houses
$169,036
$168,737
$161,423
If you would like to learn more about selling or buying real estate in Riverside, CA, you can contact me at vicki@pedersen-team.comClick here to visit my website.
Here is a list of some of my favorite things to do in Riverside California.
Artswalk On the first Thursday of every month, 17 locations in downtown Riverside are open to the public from 6 – 9 p.m. Participating institutions host art openings, performances, tours, talks and more. Start at any location. This event is free.
Benedict Castle Benedict Castle, a Medieval-Spanish structure with strong Moorish influences, was built in two stages between 1921 and 1931 as a luxurious home for Charles W. Benedict. The castle and grounds have been painstakingly restored. The Castle is located at 5445 Chicago Avenue. For more information on booking a tour visit www.benedictcastle.com .
California Citrus State Historic Park The design of the park is reminiscent of a 1900s city park, complete with an activity center, interpretive structure, amphitheater, picnic area and demonstration groves. The land contained within the park still continues to produce high-quality fruits. The park recaptures the time when “Citrus was King” in California, highlighting the importance of the citrus industry in Southern California. The park is located at 9400 Dufferin Avenue (Van Buren). For more information about the park and special events call (951) 780-6222 ext.13.
Downtown Farmers Market Every Saturday on Main Street in Riverside between 5th and 6th Streets from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. vendors offer organic fruits and vegetables, fresh-cut flowers, specialty items such as breads, hummus and homemade honey, fish, cheese and much more! For more information call (951) 826-2370.
Family Fun Days on First Sundays On the first Sunday of every month October to May, six locations in downtown Riverside are open to the public from 1 – 4 p.m. Participating institutions including the Mission Inn Museum, UCR /California Museum of Photography, UCR /Sweeney Art Gallery, Riverside Metropolitan Museum, Riverside Public Library and Riverside Art Museum, host free hands-on activities for families.
Festival of Lights The City of Riverside and the Mission Inn present the Annual Riverside Festival of Lights. This free event kicks-off with the Switchon Ceremony the day after Thanksgiving and runs through early January. Visitors can enjoy outdoor ice skating, carriage rides, free holiday entertainment, unique shopping and dining in the downtown, holiday food and specialty vendors. Free parking weekdays after 5 p.m. and weekends. For more information visit their website.
Heritage House This 1891 Victorian showplace depicts life in turn-of the century Riverside. An elegant reminder of the affluent homes which once graced Magnolia Avenue. It is open Fridays noon - 3 p.m. and Sat-Sun noon - 3:30 p.m. Closed July and August. Suggested donation of $3 for adults and $1for children and seniors. Heritage House is located at 8193 Magnolia Avenue. For more visit their website.
March Field Air Museum Located next to the March Air Reserve Base off Interstate 215 at Van Buren Boulevard. The Museum serves as home to over 70 historic aircraft and displays over 2,000 artifacts. The March Field Air Museum commemorates the achievements of our military and civilian aviators; provides educational resources and programs; promotes public awareness of past, present and future air and space technologies; and depicts the history of the March Field Air Base. Open Tuesday – Sunday from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Admission is $8 general and $5 for ages 5-11. For more information visit their website at http://www.marchfield.org/.
Mission Inn Tours Take a 75-minute tour of Riverside's historic Mission Inn on the art, architecture and history of the Mission Inn. This provides an opportunity to see parts of the Inn that are inaccessible to the general public. The regular cost is $12 for adults and senior citizens, children under twelve free with an adult. $1 AAA discount. During Festival of Lights (11/28 to 01/04) the cost is $15 per person. Call the museum at (951)788-9556 during regular business hours for available tour times and reservations.
Mount Rubidoux Mount Rubidoux is a mountain close to downtown Riverside. There is a hiking trail to the summit. The trails is 3 miles long and climbs in elevation 500 feet. Other than the great views from the top, you can find the Serra Cross in honor of the founder of the mission,Fray Junipero Serra and the Tower of World Peace. Mt. Rubidoux Blvd and 9th street. There is no cost.
Riverside Metropolitan Museum Located at 3580 Mission Inn Avenue, this is a center for learning as well as a community museum that collects, exhibits and interprets cultural and natural history. The Museum’s collections consist of over 75,000 objects, which include anthropology, natural history and history. The Museum also offers educational programs, workshops, demonstrations and lectures. For more information on current and upcoming exhibitions visit http://www.riversideca.gov/museum/
University of California, Riverside Botanic Gardens Located at 900 University Avenue in Riverside. 40 acres of botanical gardens containing more than 3,500 plant species from around the world. This wealth of vegetation creates a hospitable sanctuary for wildlife, where nearly 200 bird species have been officially observed. Open daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is a $1 suggested donation and there is limited parking by the entrance. For more information, visit http://www.gardens.ucr.edu/.
If you would like to learn more about real estate in Riverside CA or are interested in buying or selling a home in Riverside or Corona, contact me at vicki@pedersen-team.comClick here to visit my website.
Written and posted by: Vicki Pedersen, ABR, Pedersen Real Estate, Riverside/Corona, California, DRE# 01435715 -- Phone: 951-840-5212 vicki@pedersen-team.com
Where I live and work in Southern California there are lots of buyers and a low inventory of houses for sale. I'm not sure if that has anything to do with what I'm writing about. In the last two months I have been approached by buyers who are interested in my listings with a surprising and very disconcerting offer. They have suggested that they will allow me to represent them as buyers (remember I'm the listing agent) so that I can get both sides of the commission if I will make sure that their offers are accepted. I have been really surprised by such a suggestion. This has happened to me on three different occasions recently. I have told them that if they choose to have me represent them, I will present their offer along with all other offers received but that I will not make sure that their offer gets accepted. Their offers will have to stand on their own. If their offer is the best and strongest, then their offer may be accepted by the seller.
This has made me wonder why would people suggest that a real estate agent do something that is obviously wrong? Is it that there are Realtors out there who would actually do what these buyers suggest? Do they think Realtors are greedy and unscrupulous? Or is it that they think the may be able to get a better deal on the house this way? Or maybe these buyers are having trouble getting offers accepted and are trying to find an "in" with the listing agent? Who knows?
I hope that there aren't Realtors who would stoop to this practice - but there are all kinds of people in this world (honest and dishonest) in all the different professions, including real estate.
I'm packing for our trip from Southern California to Washington DC on Friday for the Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) in Washington DC/Arlington VA on October 25th. My husband and youngest son are both running in this event - the first marathon for both of them. I'm not a runner and am going along for moral support and to see my son, whom I don't get to see often as he is in his second year at West Point. Incidentally he is also a Marine - one of five Marines currently attending West Point, the United States Military Academy. My son reports that there will be a lot of runners in the MCM from West Point.
I just did a little research on the Marine Corps Marathon. I discovered that it is the 5th largest marathon in the United States and the 10th largest in the world. It is the largest marathon in the world that doesn’t offer prize money, earning its nickname, "The People's Marathon." This marathon has been going on yearly for 34 years. One person quoted on the website said, “It’s not a race for the elite but for the people- that’s why they call it ‘The People’s Marathon’.” Here's a link to the Marine Corps Marathon website .
I'm very excited about the MCM trip. (I'm also excited that I'm not running.) My husband has been training for several months and feels he is ready but he is nervous because of the huge number of runners there will be - he hates crowds. (Funny place to go for someone who hates crowds so much - just saying....) I love the Marine Corps and appreciate all the men and women in the military who serve our country.
Pedersen Team | Pedersen Real Estate | 951-840-5212
12830 Wildflower Ln, Riverside, CA
Beautiful and Secluded Gated Estate Home
5BR/3.5BA Single Family House
offered at $550,000
Year Built
2000
Sq Footage
4,468
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3 full, 1 partial
Floors
2
Parking
3 Car garage
Lot Size
36,155 sqft
HOA/Maint
$0 per month
DESCRIPTION
This large gated home is located just above The Orchard and sits on almost an acre of land with views of Riverside City and beyond. There are no association fees or Mello Roos taxes. The tax rate is very low. Inside the home, there is 24-inch travertine stone tile with medallions in the entry and master bathroom. The home boasts of a gorgeous two-story living room, dining room, family room open to a huge kitchen with granite counter tops, custom backsplash, silk draperies and custom lighting. The rooms are very spacious and all upstairs bedrooms have lg walk-in closets. This home has a large bedroom on the main floor with its own full bathroom, two closets and outdoor access. Landscape includes fenced yard with electronic gate, lots of hardscape around the house including block retaining walls, and water fountain. Conveniently located - yet a very wonderful and secluded neighborhood. Go to http://www.Riverside4Homes.com
Here is a look at what is happening as of October 16, 2009 in residential real estate in Corona, CA. There are currently 508 active listings for single family homes for sale. The information below is organized by Corona CA zip codes. The average list price of sold homes shows the average price as listed on the multiple listing service and the average sold price shows the average actual sales prices. In each of the five zip codes, the prices of houses has gone up - comparing July to September - a good sign that the real estate market in Corona appears to be stabilizing.
92879
Sept 2009
July 2009
Number of houses for sale
87
90
Number of houses in escrow
152
137
Number of sold houses
57
42
Average list price of sold houses
$263,414
$238,643
Average sold price of houses
$268,586
$240,112
92880
Sept 2009
July 2009
Number of houses for sale
136
135
Number of houses in escrow
258
302
Number of sold houses
87
84
Average list price of sold houses
$347,216
$344,241
Average sold price of houses
$355,133
$350,259
92881
Sept 2009
July 2009
Number of houses for sale
70
68
Number of houses in escrow
110
105
Number of sold houses
41
46
Average list price of sold houses
$358,329
$353,114
Average sold price of houses
$365,461
$353,570
92882
Sept 2009
July 2009
Number of houses for sale
84
100
Number of houses in escrow
198
187
Number of sold houses
76
69
Average list price of sold houses
$302,660
$286,596
Average sold price of houses
$307,682
$288,884
92883
Sept 2009
July 2009
Number of houses for sale
137
129
Number of houses in escrow
197
215
Number of sold houses
53
69
Average list price of sold houses
$339,791
$325,494
Average sold price of houses
$337,917
$327,333
If you would like to learn more about selling or buying real estate in Corona CA, you can contact me at vicki@pedersen-team.comClick here to visit my website.
Pedersen Team | Pedersen Real Estate | 951-840-5212 951-840-5212
17269 Grove Dr, Riverside, CA
Absolutely Stunning Executive Home
4BR/3.5BA Single Family House
offered at $479,000
Year Built
2003
Sq Footage
3,878
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3 full, 1 partial
Floors
2
Parking
Unspecified
Lot Size
12,196 sqft
HOA/Maint
$130 per month
DESCRIPTION
Gorgeous luxury home in gated community, Victoria Grove. Standard sale - not a short sale or REO. This home is turnkey and full of top-of-the-line custom upgrades. Some of the pgrades: kitchen with granite counters, center island, travertine backsplash, stainless steel appliances, central vac, plantation shutters, crown moulding, upgraded cherry cabinets, newly remodeled powder room, surround sound in family rm. Flooring: upgraded carpet, hardwood, and Italian tile set on a diagonal. Large main floor office with custom wood built-ins, laundry room with lots of cabinets and deep sink, double staircases and more. The balusters are white with cherry caps. Open floor plan, high ceilings and huge windows. The yard is amazing - front courtyard with elegant water fountain, gorgeous pool and spa (osmosis system pool - low maintenance), view from the back yard and master bedroom, stamped concrete, Alumawood patio cover. This home and yard is perfect for entertaining. Terrific location - no neighbors across the street. Wonderful neighborhood with terrific community ammenities. go to www.17269GroveDr.com
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