homes for sale in carlsbad: You Know You Are in a Surfing Community When… - 08/24/11 06:41 AM
You Know You Are in a Surfing Community When…  
You will know you are in a surfing community in Southern California when you see surfboards everywhere – under arms, on backs, sticking out of car windows, on the back of people on bicycles, being carried on skateboards, and hanging out the back of pick-up trucks and jeeps.
 
Other tell tale indications are surf shops, restaurants with a surfing theme, and the occasional surf signs.
 
Oh, and wetsuits hanging on cars, on clothes lines, and off balconies.
 
And you can't miss the surfers changing clothes at the … (12 comments)

homes for sale in carlsbad: Carlsbad 3 and 4 Bedroom Homes for Sale - 3 and 4 Bedroom Homes for Sale in Carlsbad CA - 08/21/11 04:27 PM
Carlsbad 3 and 4 Bedroom Homes for Sale - 3 and 4 Bedroom Homes for Sale in Carlsbad CA I often get asked if this is a good time to buy in Carlsbad.
While there is not a simple 1 word answer, overall I would say that YES it is, at least for buyers who are financial stable, have cash or have been pre-approved, and are committed to the home buying process.
Rates are at historic lows, there is a good amount of inventory of Carlsbad 3 and 4 bedroom homes for sale, and prices are pretty stable, and in general well … (13 comments)

homes for sale in carlsbad: Carlsbad Condos for Sale - Condos for Sale in Carlsbad, CA - 08/21/11 07:23 AM
Carlsbad Condos for Sale - Condos for Sale in Carlsbad, CA Some Carlsbad buyers are in the market for a condo in the home search.
For some it suits their lifestyle, with limited maintenance required except for the interior. Be aware, though, that HOA fees in condos can get pretty pricey and you need to find out what you are getting for the monthly fees you are paying.
Other buyers may need to consider condos because of their budget, although there are single family detached homes for sale in Carlsbad these days beginning in the mid $300s (most are short sales and REOs).
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homes for sale in carlsbad: Carlsbad Homes for Sale | Carlsbad Real Estate Market Report for July 2011 - 08/04/11 05:50 AM
 Carlsbad Real Estate Market Report for July 2011
 
The Carlsbad real estate market continues to shift, and the statistics for July show a number of changes from last month. These data do not include any private sales nor manufactured/mobile housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate but are not guaranteed.
READ MORE: 
 Carlsbad Village by the Sea 
101 Things to do In and Around Carlsbad
Carlsbad California and Historic Route 101 - The Coast Highway
 Media reports speak in general terms, so their information may not represent the reality of our local Carlsbad … (5 comments)

homes for sale in carlsbad: Bressi Ranch Homes for Sale in Carlsbad – Bressi Ranch Market Report for January to June 2011 - 07/31/11 04:57 AM
Bressi Ranch Homes for Sale in Carlsbad   Bressi Ranch Market Report for January to June 2011  

Bressi Ranch is one of the newer, and larger, master planned communities in Carlsbad, CA.
 
Bressi Ranch is also the only one to offer, in addition to a wide range of housing, a burgeoning retail center (anchored by Trader Joe’s and Stater Bros. grocery), a corporate park (both sale and lease office space), and seniors housing currently under construction.
 
Built beginning in 2005, Bressi Ranch has seen some fairly dramatic price shifts in the last 6 years, including multiple REOs and … (9 comments)

homes for sale in carlsbad: OPEN HOUSE at 7400 Capstan Drive in Carlsbad - Sunday July 31, 2011 from 1 - 4 pm - 07/30/11 04:04 AM
7400 Capstan Drive in the gated community of San Sebastian will be OPEN for your personal tour
SUNDAY July 31, 2011 from 1 until 4 pm
  
FEATURING:
2-story Great Room
First Floor Master Suite
First Floor Office (or 4th bedroom)
3 Full Baths
Large Pool-Size Yard
1/2 Mile to Beach and Shopping
Community Pool, Spa, Lighted Tennis & Basketball Courts
  
PROUDLY OFFERED AT $929,000
Learn more at www.7400CapstanDrive.com

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homes for sale in carlsbad: You Know You Are in a Golf Course Community When... - 07/24/11 02:41 PM
You Know You Are in a Golf Course Community When... The neighborhood grocery store has a special parking area for golf carts.

I was in the desert for a short get-a-way and these were at the local Stater Bros. in Palm Desert.
There are other signs, too. The small separate garage for storing the golf cart is one.

Of course there are the golf carts you see on the road, and a golf shop or two.
If you are seeking a golf course home in the California desert cities (e.g., La Quinta, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, Indian Wells, Palm … (16 comments)

homes for sale in carlsbad: Carlsbad Homes for Sale | Carlsbad Real Estate Market Report for June 2011 - 07/04/11 08:16 AM
Carlsbad Real Estate Market Report for June 2011
The Carlsbad real estate market continues to shift, and the statistics for June show a number of changes from last month. These data do not include any private sales nor manufactured/mobile housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate but are not guaranteed.
READ MORE: 
 Carlsbad Village by the Sea 
101 Things to do In and Around Carlsbad
Carlsbad California and Historic Route 101 - The Coast Highway
Media reports speak in general terms, so their information June not represent the reality of our local Carlsbad … (1 comments)

homes for sale in carlsbad: OPEN HOUSE at 7400 Capstan Drive in Carlsbad - SATURDAY JUNE 25 from 2 to 4 PM - 06/24/11 06:12 AM
7400 Capstan Drive in Carlsbad - OPEN HOUSE Saturday June 25 from 2 until 4 PM Call JEFF when you arrive at the gate at (760) 840-1360 for the Gate Code
GREAT NEW PRICE - JUST REDUCED TODAY TO $929,000!!!
  

7400 Capstan Drive in the gated San Sebastian community 1/2 mile from the South Carlsbad beaches
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2798 SF ~ 3 Bedrooms including 1st floor Master Suite ~ 3 Full Baths
Main Floor Office (or optional 4th Bedroom)
Dramatic 2-Story Great Room for Elegant Dining and Entertaining
Large private yard with room for … (4 comments)

homes for sale in carlsbad: New Homes for Sale at Driftwood in Carlsbad CA 92011 - 06/14/11 12:15 PM
New Homes for Sale at Driftwood in Carlsbad  
There's another new collection of homes for sale, at DRIFTWOOD, in Carlsbad CA just ½ mile from the beach in South Carlsbad. 
Before you get too excited about these 27 new homes at Driftwood, be aware that they are just starting to dig, so all you see are piles of dirt and the area marked where the Driftwood community will be built. 
There are 4 floor plans being offered, ranging in size from 2,419 SF up to about 2978 SF, with 3 or 4 bedrooms and 2.5 to 4.5 baths. Homes are … (3 comments)

homes for sale in carlsbad: OPEN HOUSE TODAY in Carlsbad - 7400 Capstan Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92011 - 06/12/11 05:31 AM
FIRST PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE
7400 Capstan Drive in San Sebastian Sunday, June 12th from 1 to 3 pm  ~  Refreshments
 

7400 Capstan Drive in the gated San Sebastian community 1/2 mile from the South Carlsbad beaches
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2798 SF ~ 3 Bedrooms including 1st floor Master Suite ~ 3 Full Baths
Main Floor Office (or optional 4th Bedroom)
Dramatic 2-Story Great Room for Elegant Dining and Entertaining
Large private yard with room for pool
Community Recreation Center ~ pool, spa, lighted tennis and basketball courts, picnic and BBQ area
Offered at $948,000 ~ … (8 comments)

homes for sale in carlsbad: San Sebastian Homes for Sale - Homes for Sale in San Sebastian in Carlsbad CA - 06/03/11 01:20 PM
San Sebastian Homes for Sale - Homes for Sale in San Sebastian in Carlsbad CA If you are interested in San Sebastian homes for sale in Carlsbad, read on. 
San Sebastian is a small gated community in South Carlsbad, in the larger neighborhood of San Pacifico (which also includes Santander and Santalina), west of the I-5 freeway and within about a 10 minute walk or short drive to the Carlsbad beaches. 
San Sebastian community amenities (across Avenida Encinas from the community) include a large swimming pool, spa, BBQ area, picnic tables, a grass volleyball court, and lighted tennis and basketball courts. … (8 comments)

homes for sale in carlsbad: Carlsbad Homes for Sale | Carlsbad Real Estate Market Report for May 2011 - 06/03/11 11:53 AM
Carlsbad Real Estate Market Report for May 2011
The Carlsbad real estate market continues to shift, and the statistics for May show a number of changes from last month. These data do not include any private sales nor manufactured/mobile housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate but are not guaranteed.
READ MORE: 
 Carlsbad Village by the Sea 
101 Things to do In and Around Carlsbad
Carlsbad California and Historic Route 101 - The Coast Highway
Media reports speak in general terms, so their information may not represent the reality of our local Carlsbad … (1 comments)

homes for sale in carlsbad: Carlsbad Home for Sale - 7400 Capstan Drive in San Sebastian, Carlsbad, CA 92011 (NO LONGER FOR SALE) - 06/02/11 04:33 PM
THIS HOME HAS BEEN TAKEN OFF THE MARKET AND WILL NOT BE OFFERED FOR SALE   Carlsbad Home for Sale 7400 Capstan Drive in San Sebastian Carlsbad, CA  92011 A fabulous Mediterranean-style home can be yours near the South Carlsbad beaches in the gated community of San Sebastian in the San Pacifico neighborhood.
[photos courtesy of Scott Basile Photography]

FEATURES:
A 2-story home with 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths and 2798 SF
First Floor Master suite with views of and access to beautiful backyard
2-story Great Room with French Doors to private side yard with fountain
Office or Den … (13 comments)

homes for sale in carlsbad: Carlsbad Homes for Sale - Carlsbad Real Estate Market Report for April 2011 - 05/04/11 12:57 PM
Carlsbad Real Estate Market Report for April 2011
The Carlsbad real estate market continues to shift, and the statistics for April show a number of changes from last month. These data do not include any private sales nor manufactured/mobile housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate but are not guaranteed.
READ MORE: 
 Carlsbad Village by the Sea 
101 Things to do In and Around Carlsbad
Carlsbad California and Historic Route 101 - The Coast Highway
Media reports speak in general terms, so their information may not represent the reality of our local Carlsbad … (2 comments)

homes for sale in carlsbad: La Costa Greens Homes for Sale - Homes for Sale in La Costa Greens Carlsbad - 04/29/11 11:15 AM
La Costa Greens Homes for Sale - Homes for Sale in La Costa Greens Carlsbad  La Costa Greens is a popular master planned community in the La Costa area (92009) of Carlsbad, offering a range of home styles, sizes and prices.
 
La Costa Greens homes were built beginning around 2004, and while 8 of the villages are sold out and only offer resales, Carlsbad buyers can still acquire new construction homes in 4 villages - Mirasol, SolTerra, Viridian and Avellino (townhomes). The Townhomes at Avellino start in the $400s; SolTerra homes (last phase) are in the $500s with models available; … (4 comments)

homes for sale in carlsbad: Aviara Homes for Sale in Carlsbad - Homes for Sale in Aviara Carlsbad - 04/28/11 05:29 AM
Aviara Homes for Sale in Carlsbad - Homes for Sale in Aviara Carlsbad  The Aviara area of South Carlsbad is a resort residential community of 1384 homes in gated and ungated communities anchored by the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort (formerly the Four Seasons). 
Aviara homes for sale in Carlsbad run the spectrum from condos and townhomes to ocean view estates at Aviara Point. You won't find any shopping in the area, except at the Park Hyatt, but there is plenty nearby in La Costa and closer to the ocean.
 
The Park Hyatt Aviara Resort golf course, the rolling hills and … (4 comments)

homes for sale in carlsbad: New Homes for Sale at Westcott at La Costa Oaks, Carlsbad - Westcott New Homes for Sale at La Costa Oaks - 04/22/11 03:01 PM
New Homes for Sale at Westcott at La Costa Oaks, Carlsbad - Westcott New Homes for Sale at La Costa Oaks  
La Costa Oaks in the La Costa area of Carlsbad continues to grow, with new homes for sale at Westcott at La Costa Oaks. Built by Standard Pacific, Westcott new homes for sale are available in 4 floor plans, including a single story model (hard to find in new home construction in Carlsbad these days). 
Westcott homes range from about 2983 SF up to 3316 SF with 3 to 5 bedrooms plus bonus room or loft. The single story model is approximately … (11 comments)

homes for sale in carlsbad: Carlsbad Homes for Sale | Carlsbad Real Estate Market Report for March 2011 - 04/04/11 06:19 AM
Carlsbad Real Estate Market Report for March 2011
The Carlsbad real estate market continues to shift, and the statistics for March show a number of changes from the prior month. These data do not include any private sales nor manufactured/mobile housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate but are not guaranteed.
READ MORE: 
 Carlsbad Village by the Sea 
101 Things to do In and Around Carlsbad
Carlsbad California and Historic Route 101 - The Coast Highway
Media reports speak in general terms, so their information may not represent the reality of our local … (3 comments)

homes for sale in carlsbad: New Homes for Sale at SolTerra in La Costa Greens, Carlsbad | SolTerra New Homes for Sale in La Costa Greens, Carlsbad - 03/22/11 03:39 AM
New Homes for Sale at SolTerra in La Costa Greens, Carlsbad | SolTerra New Homes for Sale in La Costa Greens, Carlsbad   
There are still new homes for sale at La Costa Greens in the village of SolTerra, but time is running out. The LAST phase is now selling.
SolTerra at La Costa Greens recently released the final phase of 2 and 3 story single family detached homes. This small community of 38 homes is part of the larger master planned community of La Costa Greens less than 15 minutes to the beaches, and within a couple of miles of … (4 comments)

 
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