Tuolumne County Real Estate Monthly Market Report April 2010 During April 2010, 50 residential properties closed escrow. The average sale price was $232,338 and the average days on the market were 130. Fifty-two percent (or 26) of the residential properties that sold were bank owned and 12% (or 6) were short sales. Forty-two residential properties went under contract during the month with an average list price of $237,123. There are currently 448 active residential properties on the market with 57% priced under $300,000. We have a very affordable home market in Tuolumne County with some great opportunities for vacation … (0 comments)
Tuolumne County Real Estate 2010 First Quarter Sold Residential Report There were 88 residential sales during the quarter spread throughout the county (not including Don Pedro, Groveland or Pine Mountain Lake areas) with an average sale price of $220,541. Below is the breakdown of sold residential properties during the first quarter: Sold - Single Family Area # of Homes Average Price Median Price Average Days on Market Jamestown 8 $175,125 $174,000 113 Columbia 3 $202,667 $189,000 229 Sonora 17 $205,618 $185,000 142 Phoenix Lake 7 $191,000 $189,000 217 Mono Vista 8 $224,875 $213,500 122 Big Hill/Cedar Ridge 4 $186,625 $200,750 263 Tuolumne 1 $140,000 $140,000 … (0 comments)
kathie burby: YOSEMITE - FREE ADMISSION!
- 04/22/10 03:56 PM
Yosemite - Free Admission! That's right - FREE ADMISSION to Yosemite. This is National Park Week and gate fees to all National Parks are free through Sunday, April 25, 2010. This is a nationwide celebration of 392 national parks throughout the United States. If you haven't been to Yosemite recently you should take advantage of the free admission. The waterfalls are raging right now after the recent storms and are quite impressive. Tuolumne Meadow has about 50 inches of snow right now so bring warm clothes and good waterproof footgear. The weather should be nice this weekend but in Yosemite the … (5 comments)
kathie burby: Spring in Jamestown CA
- 04/21/10 09:35 AM
Spring in Jamestown CA Art in the Park The Promotion Club of Jamestown will hold the fourth annual Art in the Park on Saturday April 24th from Noon to 6 p.m. Rocca Park will be filled with many artisans and artists with their creations. Jewelry, photography, oils, acrylics, watercolor, and ceramics are some of the wares that will be displayed. There will be entertainment as well. The historic Jamestown Jail will be open for tours from noon to 4 p.m. Stroll the sidewalks and visit the many shops featuring wine tasting, olive oil, antiques, art and clothing. Wildflower Train Railtown 1897 … (2 comments)
kathie burby: Sonora Spring Fling 2010
- 04/19/10 11:57 AM
Sonora Spring Fling The Annual Sonora Spring Festival will be held on Saturday, April 24th from 11 am to 4 pm. There will be events for the entire family and admission is FREE! There will be numerous activities and entertainment from the Red Church to Restano Way on Washington Street in the Historic downtown district of Sonora. Music will be provided by Black Irish Band, Driftwood Dave, Frankenstein 59 just to name a few. There will be entertainment provided by Tuolumne County Time Travelers, Mountain Mischief, Sierra Spiral Dancers, Christian Heights Puppet Team. Revamp will host a children's community art project … (2 comments)
kathie burby: Tuolumne County Real Estate Monthly Market Report for March 2010
- 04/07/10 09:46 AM
pphotoby photo by Teri Metz Tuolumne County Real Estate Monthly Market Report March 2010 There are currently 413 active residential listings in Tuolumne County with half of those priced at $275,000 or below. Forty-one (9.9%) of the currently listed homes are foreclosed properties and seventy (16.9%) are short sale properties. The average days on the market were 177 days. During March 2010, 43 residential properties closed escrow. The average sale price was $223,007. Four (or 9.3%) of the residential properties that sold were bank owned and 2 (or 4.65%) were short sales. Eighty-five residential properties are currently under contract with an … (3 comments)
kathie burby: Easter is Coming to Tuolumne County
- 04/01/10 03:20 PM
The Hunt is On! Easter is coming to Tuolumne County this weekend. There will be egg hunts, a parade, steam train rides and more taking place throughout the county Saturday and Sunday. So don your Easter bonnets, bring baskets for the children and join the egg hunts! Here is a schedule of some of the events: Christian Heights Assembly of God is partnering with Tuolumne Park and Recreation District to host a free "Giant Community Easter Egg Hunt" from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at Tuolumne Memorial Park in Tuolumne. There will be over 12,000 plastic eggs, 300 prizes, a … (1 comments)
kathie burby: Mother Lode Happenings April 3 -4
- 03/27/10 10:48 AM
Mother Lode Happenings April 3-4, 2010 Wow! March went by fast. The great spring weather has me outdoors getting my garden ready for planting. Here are some fun things coming in April: Railtown 1897 State Historic Park Railtown in Jamestown will begin steam train operations for 2010 on Saturday and Sunday, April 3 and 4. Once under way, steam-powered excursion trains will depart on-the-hour from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekends through October. On opening weekend only, residents of Tuolumne and Calaveras counties ride for free with proof of residency. For more information, call 209-984-3953 or visit www.railtown1897.org. Victorian Easter Celebration … (3 comments)
February 2010 There are currently 405 active residential listings in Tuolumne County with half of those priced at $275,000 or below. The average days on the market was 183 days. During February 2010, 26 residential properties closed escrow. The average sale price was $225,135. Twelve (or 46%) of the residential properties that sold were bank owned and 3 (or 3.8%) were short sales. Thirty-nine residential properties went under contract during the month with an average price of $268,158. Below is the breakdown:
# of Homes Average Price Median Price Average … (0 comments)
kathie burby: Save on Energy Costs
- 02/28/10 07:04 AM
8 Easy Ways to Seal Air Leaks Around the House For what the typical family wastes every year on air leaks--about $350--you can plug energy-robbing gaps, start saving money, and enjoy a more comfortable home. Read Save Money With an Insulation Upgrade Beefing up inadequate insulation is one of the quickest energy-payback projects you can do, resulting in lower heating and cooling bills and increased comfort. Read 7 Tips for Saving Energy with Home Lighting Lighting eats up as much as 20% of your annual electric bill, but using energy-efficient bulbs and making other simple changes can cut lighting costs dramatically. … (8 comments)
kathie burby: Mother Lode Happenings February 26-28
- 02/26/10 11:02 AM
Mother Lode Happenings February 26-28 Here is a sampling of what you can find happening around Sonora this weekend: Columbia College Choir The Columbia College Choir will hold a concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday in the Dogwood Theater to raise money for its four day music and cultural tour to Southern California. The concert will feature the Columbia College Choir, directed by John Carter, with Gail Johnson as accompanist and special guest artists Linda Carter and Liz Carter. Tickets are $10 general admission, $7 for people under 25 and $25 for a family. Call Shelia Jacobs at 209-586-7329 for ticket information. … (0 comments)
kathie burby: Mother Lode Happenings February 2010
- 02/21/10 09:41 AM
Swinging at the Ritz Summerville High School in Tuolumne will present its annual "Swinging at the Ritz" celebration from 6 to 11 p.m. Saturday, February 27, 2010, in the Summerville High Performing Arts Theater. New this year is reserved seating. Doors will open at 6 p.m. with refreshments and silent auction. The show starts at 7 p.m. The Swinging Stars include Summerville High's Jazz at 8, Show Choir, Choraliers Jazz Band and Orange Crush Band. The evening will culminate with dancing music provided by Rod Harris and the Columbia Kicks Big Band. Tickets are $25, available at Mountain Bookshop, Live Oak … (0 comments)
kathie burby: Roller Derby in the Mother Lode
- 02/20/10 09:11 AM
Roller Derby in the Mother Lode Are you old enough to remember the Bay City Bombers or the Kansas City Rollers? I remember watching them on television when I was growing up. There wasn't much on TV in those days but Saturday mornings, after cartoons were over, the roller derby was on. It was great entertainment for the stormy winter days when you couldn't play outside. About a year ago, I noticed a couple of young women dressed in roller derby garb. I began talking with them and was surprised to learn that roller derby was on its way back as … (3 comments)
kathie burby: Cars, Motorcycles and Barbecue
- 02/17/10 02:48 PM
Cars, Motorcycles, and Barbecue Cook-off Entries are being sought for an event that will benefit the American Cancer Society-Relay for Life. The event is open to all cars, motorcycles, and barbecue chefs. Awards will be presented. Entry fee is $20 by April 15th and $25 after that. The car and motorcycle show and barbecue cook-off will take place from 9 A.M. to 3 P.M. Saturday, May 1st at Tuolumne Memorial Park in Tuolumne. If you have a car or motorcycle to show off or a great barbecue recipe come on and enter. There will be live music, informational booths and massages! … (1 comments)
kathie burby: Pam Tillis is Coming to Tuolumne County
- 02/13/10 09:29 AM
Pam Tillis is Coming to Tuolumne County Classic country star, Pam Tillis, will be performing in the Willow Creek Lounge at Black Oak Casino on Thursday, February 18 at 8 p.m. Admission is $20 and tickets are available at the Gift Basket store inside the casino. The daughter of country legend Mel Tillis, Pam made her own way in the music business, eventually becoming a contemporary country star in the '90s. Tillis has three platinum and two gold albums. Her songs have been recorded by many other artists as well, including Dolly Parton, Martina McBride and Linda Ronstadt.
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kathie burby: California Senior Winter Games at Dodge Ridge
- 02/12/10 10:43 AM
California Senior Winter Games at Dodge Ridge Dodge Ridge Winter Sports Area in Pinecrest will host the first California Senior Winter Games scheduled for March 11-14. They are fully set up with a recent $6 million base area expansion, great terrain and experienced staff. The event is possible through a partnership between Dodge Ridge, California Senior Games Association and the National Senior Games Association. The event is expected to attract hundreds of senior athletes and their families to the ski area. Open to athletes and their families from across the nation - women and men 50 years of age or older … (2 comments)
kathie burby: Tuolumne County 5 Year Strategic Plan
- 02/07/10 09:24 AM
Tuolumne County's Public Engagement Process for the 5 Year Strategic Plan Has Begun Special Board of Supervisor Tuesday evening meetings are being held in February as part of the public input for strategic planning. The Supervisors are seeking input from residents on what they feel are the most important things the County should be doing: •1.) What are the greatest needs within the County •2.) What are the highest priority County services •3.) What are the main future issues facing the County •4.) How should County leaders balance future budgets The remaining meetings are scheduled for 2/16 (Groveland Community Hall); 2/23 … (0 comments)
kathie burby: Mother Lode Happenings February 5 - 8 2009
- 02/05/10 10:16 AM
Mother Lode Happenings February 5-8 Here is a sampling of the music and art you can find happening around Sonora: Big Band Jazz Festival Columbia College will host the 31st annual "Big Band Jazz Festival" on Friday and Saturday in the Dogwood Theater on campus. Studen workshops will take place during the day and concerts with jazz professionals will be given at 7:30 p.m. Friday and 5 p.m. Saturday. Reserved concert seats are $17 available at Mountain Bookshop in the Junction Shopping Center and the college's Manzanita Bookstore. Remaining seats will be available at the door. All of the daytime events … (2 comments)
kathie burby: 20345 Buckeye Mine Rd, Sonora CA 95370
- 02/04/10 10:01 AM
20345 Buckeye Mine Road, Sonora CA 95370 $240,000 Tranquility, serenity and privacy - its all here on this stunning 7.39 acres. Building site with southern exposure ready to go with power, septic and metered ditch water. Build your dream home or a vacation get away. Sit by the edge of the year round spring fed pond (over an acre in size) and watch the wood ducks and other wildlife. Perfect location between Sonora and Lake New Melones, minutes from town or play. Owner financing available. TCAR MLS#20100159 … (5 comments)
Tuolumne County Real Estate Monthly Market Report January 2010 There are currently 384 active residential listings in Tuolumne County with half of those priced at $281,200 or below. The average days on the market is 189 days. During January 2010, 17 residential properties closed escrow. The average sale price was $224,074. Four (or 231/5%) of the residential properties that sold were bank owned and 2 (or 113/4%) were short sales. Forty-four residential properties went under contract during the month with an average price of $231,236. Below is the breakdown:
# of Homes Average Price Median Price Average … (2 comments)
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