san diego: Virtual Open House - 9680 Hillcreek Ln, Santee, 92071 - 11/07/12 02:01 AM
Looking for a home with plenty of space to stretch out, but not too far from civilization? Santee is the perfect community for all of this and more. Come on in and take a look!

9680 Hillcreek Ln, Santee, CA  92071
3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms
1,990 sq ft
Cul-de-sac location
RV parking and electrical hook-up's
Spacious backyard with mature fruit trees, rose garden and plenty of space to relax and barbeque
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san diego: Grand Prize Winner at 2012 Clairemont Family Day Announced - 08/28/12 12:26 AM
We had so much fun at the Clairemont Family Day this year. And, to top it all off we gave away a $100 gift card to the store of the winner's choice. So who won? Check out this video to see.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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san diego: Top 10 Most Affordable Homes in Clairemont–Market Update–Jul 22 2012 - 07/22/12 02:07 PM
Market Update for Clairemont – 92117 – Jul 22, 2012
INVENTORY SHORTAGE –The big news is still low inventory. However, the good news for homeowners and seller’s alike is that as of this week there are NO distressed properties (foreclosures or short sales) on the active market in Clairemont. That means 100% of the homes available for sale as of this report are traditional, equity sales. This is great news for Clairemont! The average days on the market for homes that sold over the past month is 80 days.
Clairemont, in the 92117 zip code – is a central community located … (3 comments)

san diego: Top 10 Most Affordable Homes in Clairemont–Market Update–Jul 15, 2012 - 07/15/12 04:33 AM
Market Update for Clairemont – 92117 – Jul 15, 2012
INVENTORY SHORTAGE –The big news is still low inventory. However, the good news for homeowners and seller’s alike is that there are only 2 distressed properties (foreclosure and short sale) on the active market in Clairemont as of this report. That means 95% of the homes available for sale are traditional, equity sales. This is great news for Clairemont! The average days on the market for homes that sold over the past month is 60 days (2 months).
Clairemont, in the 92117 zip code – is a central community … (0 comments)

san diego: Top 10 Most Affordable Homes in Clairemont–Market Update–June 25, 2012 - 06/25/12 06:49 AM
Market Update for Clairemont – 92117 – June 25, 2012
INVENTORY SHORTAGE –The big news is still low inventory. However, the good news for homeowners and seller’s alike is that 92% of the active homes on the market in Clairemont are traditional sales – that is, they are not short sales or foreclosures. This is great news for Clairemont! Days on the market has also gone down this week 17% to 48 days on average to sell a home.
Clairemont, in the 92117 zip code – is a central community located in the city of San Diego, California. Clairemont … (4 comments)

san diego: Top 10 Most Affordable Homes in Clairemont–Market Update–June 18, 2012 - 06/18/12 05:36 AM
Market Update for Clairemont – 92117 – June 18, 2012
Clairemont, in the 92117 zip code – is a central community located in the city of San Diego, California. Clairemont is comprised of several neighborhoods within the 92117 boundaries: BayPark, Bay Ho, and Clairemont Mesa.
This week, inventory is flat. Current active inventory levels remain low but sales continue to keep pace.
Central location
Beyond it’s diversity in housing choices from entry level homes to million dollar views, Clairemont is central to shopping, major freeways (805, 5, 52 and 163), medical facilities (10 minutes from VA hospital, UCSD, Scripps and … (1 comments)

san diego: Top 10 Most Affordable Homes in Clairemont–Market Update–May 28, 2012 - 05/28/12 12:42 PM
Market Update for Clairemont – 92117 – May 28, 2012
Clairemont, in the 92117 zip code – is a central community located in the city of San Diego, California. Clairemont is comprised of several neighborhoods within the 92117 boundaries: Bay Park, Bay Ho, and Clairemont Mesa.
This week, inventory has picked up some. Current active inventory levels have increased 20% over the last market report.
Central location
Beyond it’s diversity in housing choices from entry level homes to million dollar views, Clairemont is central to shopping, major freeways (805, 5, 52 and 163), medical facilities (10 minutes from VA hospital, UCSD, … (2 comments)

san diego: 2012 the Year of the Short Sale - 05/26/12 03:04 PM
Here we are, just about half way through 2012. For some home sellers that means opportunity. The spring selling season is in full swing and summer is just around the corner. For others it signifies the sands of time dropping away day by day as we near the deadline of the federal tax protections on forgiven debt (Mortgage Debt Relief Act of 2007).
In a previous post I blogged about the average time it takes to market, list and sell a home through short sale. If you were to lay that time table over the remaining months of 2012 you … (4 comments)

san diego: Top 10 Most Affordable Homes in Clairemont–Market Update–May 14, 2012 - 05/14/12 08:55 AM
Market Update for Clairemont – 92117 – May 14, 2012
Clairemont, in the 92117 zip code – is a central community located in the city of San Diego, California. Clairemont is comprised of several neighborhoods within the 92117 boundaries: BayPark, Bay Ho, and Clairemont Mesa.
This week, inventory shortage is still the hot topic. Currently, we’re about 45% below normal inventory levels. Spring sales season has not proven to have a strong impact on inventory levels, especially at the starter price range for the area.
Central location
Beyond it’s diversity in housing choices from entry level homes to … (2 comments)

san diego: OPEN HOUSE - SUNDAY, 5/6 1-4PM - Renovated Rancho Penasquitos 4br/2.5 ba - 05/04/12 12:23 AM
Beautifully renovated home in Rancho Penasquitos 92129 - 12791 La Tortola St.
OPEN HOUSE, SUNDAY 5/6 from 1-4pm
4 bedrooms
2.5 bathrooms
1,997 sq ft on an 8,500 sq ft lot
View virtual tour then come see for yourself that this is YOUR forever home.

 
 
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san diego: Tired of fixer’s? Here’s your refuge – Renovated 4br/2.5 bath home in Rancho Penasquitos - $550,000 - 04/30/12 02:04 PM
12791 La Tortola St, San Diego, CA 92129
Beautiful renovation and a “must-see” in a serene, residential Rancho Penasquitos neighborhood. Close to parks, shopping, freeways (without the freeway noise) and the 56 bike trail. This home has been tastefully and beautifully renovated including a new furnace and thermostat, newer water heater, new kitchen appliances including a hideaway dishwasher, new carpet, new bathroom fixtures, counters, cabinets and tile floors. Master bath boasts new shower/tub surround and counters/cabinets. To top it all off you can relax in your own peaceful retreat in the backyard among mature landscaping that adds a welcome touch of … (2 comments)

san diego: Market Report: Least / Greatest Priced in Point Loma / Ocean Beach (92106 / 92107) – April 30, 2012 - 04/30/12 02:58 AM
Market Update for Point Loma and OceanBeach – April 30, 2012
Point Loma is a seaside community of San Diego and home to many of the area’s historic homes. Many homes in this area date back to the early 1900’s. You will find a beautiful mixture of architectural styles from Mediterranean, to Spanish, to Colonial, along with cute bungalows. Home prices in Point Loma can reach into the multimillions of dollars.
Located near downtown San Diego, Point Loma is a hilly peninsula that sets homes high above sea level making for unparalleled, expansive ocean views. The area, which is … (0 comments)

san diego: Top 10 Most Affordable Homes in Clairemont – Market Update – April 30, 2012 - 04/30/12 02:29 AM
Market Update for Clairemont – 92117 – April 30, 2012
Clairemont, in the 92117 zip code – is a central community located in the city of San Diego, California. Clairemont is comprised of several neighborhoods within the 92117 boundaries: BayPark, Bay Ho, and Clairemont Mesa.
This week, inventory shortage is still the hot topic. However, we are seeing a slight increase in listings and pending sales over last week. Clairemont typically carries about 80-90 active homes on the market. Currently, we’re about 40% below that average. We’ll continue to watch and see if the spring sales season affects inventory and … (0 comments)

san diego: Weekly Market Report: Least / Greatest Priced in Point Loma / Ocean Beach (92106 / 92107) – April 16, 2012 - 04/16/12 03:59 AM
Weekly Market Update for Point Loma and OceanBeach – April 16, 2012
Point Loma is a seaside community of San Diego and home to many of the area’s historic homes. Many homes in this area date back to the early 1900’s. You will find a beautiful mixture of architectural styles from Mediterranean, to Spanish, to Colonial, along with cute bungalows. Home prices in Point Loma can reach into the multimillions of dollars.
Located near downtown San Diego, Point Loma is a hilly peninsula that sets homes high above sea level making for unparalleled, expansive ocean views. The area, which … (0 comments)

san diego: Weekly Market Update - Clairemont, 92117 – March 25, 2012 - Low Inventory Alert - 03/25/12 01:19 PM
Weekly Market Update for Clairemont – 92117 – March 25, 2012
Clairemont, in the 92117 zip code – is a central community located in the city of San Diego, California. Clairemont is comprised of several neighborhoods within the 92117 boundaries: BayPark, Bay Ho, and Clairemont Mesa.
This week, inventory shortage is still the hot topic. However, we are seeing a slight increase in listings and pending sales over last week. Clairemont typically carries about 80-90 active homes on the market. Currently, we’re about 25-30% below that average. We’ll continue to watch and see if the spring sales season affects inventory and … (2 comments)

san diego: Top 10 Most Affordable Homes in Clairemont – Weekly Market Update – March 4, 2012 - 03/04/12 10:44 AM
Weekly Market Update for Clairemont – 92117 – March 4, 2012
Clairemont, in the 92117 zip code – is a central community located in the city of San Diego, California. Clairemont is comprised of several neighborhoods within the 92117 boundaries: BayPark, Bay Ho, and Clairemont Mesa.
Central location
Beyond it’s diversity in housing choices from entry level homes to million dollar views, Clairemont is central to shopping, major freeways (805, 5, 52 and 163), medical facilities (10 minutes from VA hospital, UCSD, Scripps and Sharp), public and private schools, public libraries, and public transportation. It’s located just east of … (0 comments)

san diego: Weekly Market Report: Least / Greatest Priced in Point Loma / Ocean Beach (92106 / 92107) – Mar 4, 2012 - 03/04/12 12:59 AM
Weekly Market Update for Point Loma and OceanBeach – Mar 4, 2012
Point Loma is a seaside community of San Diego and home to many of the area’s historic homes. Many homes in this area date back to the early 1900’s. You will find a beautiful mixture of architectural styles from Mediterranean, to Spanish, to Colonial, along with cute bungalows. Home prices in Point Loma can reach into the multimillions of dollars.
Located near downtown San Diego, Point Loma is a hilly peninsula that sets homes high above sea level making for unparalleled, expansive ocean views. The area, which is comprised … (0 comments)

san diego: Weekly Market Report: Least / Greatest Priced in Point Loma / Ocean Beach (92106 / 92107) – Feb 26, 2012 - 02/26/12 11:55 AM
Weekly Market Update for Point Loma and OceanBeach – February 26, 2012
Point Loma is a seaside community of San Diego and home to many of the area’s historic homes. Many homes in this area date back to the early 1900’s. You will find a beautiful mixture of architectural styles from Mediterranean, to Spanish, to Colonial, along with cute bungalows. Home prices in Point Loma can reach into the multimillions of dollars.
Located near downtown San Diego, Point Loma is a hilly peninsula that sets homes high above sea level making for unparalleled, expansive ocean views. The area, which is comprised … (0 comments)

san diego: Top 10 Most Affordable Homes in Clairemont – Weekly Market Update - February 26, 2012 - 02/26/12 11:19 AM
Weekly Market Update for Clairemont – 92117 – February 26, 2012
Clairemont, in the 92117 zip code – is a central community located in the city of San Diego, California. Clairemont is comprised of several neighborhoods within the 92117 boundaries: BayPark, Bay Ho, and Clairemont Mesa.
Central location
Beyond it’s diversity in housing choices from entry level homes to million dollar views, Clairemont is central to shopping, major freeways (805, 5, 52 and 163), medical facilities (10 minutes from VA hospital, UCSD, Scripps and Sharp), public and private schools, public libraries, and public transportation. It’s located just east of PacificBeach; about … (2 comments)

san diego: Top 10 Most Affordable Homes in Clairemont – Weekly Market Update - February 20, 2012 - 02/20/12 10:32 AM
Weekly Market Update for Clairemont – 92117 – February 20, 2012
Clairemont, in the 92117 zip code – is a central community located in the city of San Diego, California. Clairemont is comprised of several neighborhoods within the 92117 boundaries: BayPark, Bay Ho, and Clairemont Mesa.
Central location
Beyond it’s diversity in housing choices from entry level homes to million dollar views, Clairemont is central to shopping, major freeways (805, 5, 52 and 163), medical facilities (10 minutes from VA hospital, UCSD, Scripps and Sharp), public and private schools, public libraries, and public transportation. It’s located just east of PacificBeach; about … (8 comments)

 
Valarie Swanson, San Diego Real Estate (CENTURY 21 Award)

Valarie Swanson

San Diego Real Estate

San Diego, CA

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Address: 3202 Governor Dr, Ste 100, San Diego, CA, 92122

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If it's happening in San Diego then I'm probably writing about it. And, if it's happening in real estate you can bet I am. My blog is focused on helping people learn about the process of buying and selling real estate and everything that goes along with it including the emotional up's and down's. Every once in a while I will also spotlight neighborhoods like Clairemont, Bay Park and Point Loma that I love to work in (because I'm lucky enough to live here). I'm a San Diego native, so I love to share this great city with others who appreciate it as much as I do and want own a piece of heaven right here on Earth in San Diego.


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