Ventura County, CA Real Estate News

By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
We hope all of you mamas out there had a wonderful Mother's Day. We really should celebrate our hardworking, loving mothers every day, though, right? Artists need our love and support as well. Therefore, we hope you make time in your busy schedules to attend the Ojai Art in the Park 2023 event over Memorial Day weekend.What: Ojai Art in the Park 2023Where: Libbey Park (210 S Signal St)When: May 27th & 28th from 10 am to 5 pmAdmission: FREEContact: Ojai Art Center (805) 646-0117 or via emailOjai Art in the Park 20232023 marks the 46th year that the Ojai Art Center hosted Art in the Park. From its humble beginnings back in 1977, it has now grown into a huge arena for artists of all sorts to showcase their work. And we reap the benefits of some truly amazing talent. Plus, the gorgeous natu...
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By Alex Gandel, Simi Valley CA Agent, Simi Valley Real Estate
(Top Producing Agent, Pinnacle Estate Properties)
Simi Valley, located in Southern California, is home to several beautiful parks that offer a variety of recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike. Here are some of the parks in Simi Valley that are worth visiting:Rancho Simi Community Park - (Also known to locals as Lemon Park) This expansive park covers over 130 acres and features a variety of amenities, including several sports fields, picnic areas, playgrounds, a splash pond, and walking paths. The park is also home to the Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District's administrative offices and hosts many community events throughout the year.Corriganville Park - This park was once the site of a western movie studio and still retains some of the movie props and sets, giving it a unique feel. The park features several tr...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
April showers bring May flowers. But they also bring strawberries...lots of strawberries. Whether you enjoy them in a jam, on a biscuit, in a pie, or by themselves, you might want to make plans to visit the California Strawberry Festival 2023 this month.What: California Strawberry Festival 2023Where: Ventura County Fairgrounds (10 W Harbor Blvd)When: May 20th & 21stCost: $8 to $15Contact: CSF Corporate Office via emailCalifornia Strawberry Festival 2023Organizers created a jam-packed schedule (see what we did there) for all festival goers this year. Between the berry contest, Berry Babies Fashion Parade, strawberry tart toss, art contest, and live entertainment all weekend long on the Jest in Time Family Fun Stage, no one becomes bored here. Plus, there are dozens of carnival rides, roc...
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By John Pusa, Your All Time Realtor With Exceptional Service
(Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Crest)
On April 18, 2023, California Association of Realtors (C.A.R) reported homes values were higher 5.5% to the price of $849,000 in March of 2023 from price of $805,000 in February of 2023, but declined 7.1% from price of $914,000 in March of 2022 in Ventura County, California. While, home sales jumped 55.3% in March of 2023 from February of 2023, but fell 36.3% from in in March of 2022 in Ventura County, California.There were 2.0 months supplies of available inventory of homes in March of 2023, lower from 3.3 months in February of 2023, but rose from 1.6 months in March of 2022 in Ventura County, California.An average it took 28.0 days to sell a home in March 2023, down from 34.5 days in February of 2023, and dropped from 17.0 days in March of 2022 in Ventura County, California.For comple...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
We hope everyone enjoyed their Easter holiday. Now that Easter is over, it's time to focus on our planet. April 22nd is officially Earth Day. But Ventura Harbor Village wants to celebrate early. After all, every day should be Earth Day, right? If you wish to make a difference and help our make our planet a little cleaner, come out to Ventura Earth Day Community Clean Up 2023 this Friday.What: Ventura Earth Day Community Clean Up 2023Where: Ventura Harbor VillageWhen: Friday, April 21st, 3 pm to 4:30 pmContact: Ventura Harbor Village (805) 477-0470Ventura Earth Day Community Clean Up 2023To think globally, we must act locally. That means taking care of our community as much as possible. You can help your child become more eco-friendly by teaching them to be mindful of their surroundings....
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
In February 2023, home sales in Ventura County fell by 52% from the previous February. The median days a home spent on the market before going under contract increased by 66%. That may sound a bit harsh if you are thinking about selling your Ventura County home. However, the good news is that buyers are still out there looking for homes. You just need to make sure to get yours market-ready before you list. So, in an effort to help you with this, we've put together a pre-list checklist to prepare your home for sale.Pre-List Checklist: What to Do Before You ListFind a Realtor®First and foremost, find yourself a good REALTOR® (or a real estate team) to help you navigate the local market. Look for someone who specializes in the areas you want to live. Ask them about their best sales and wor...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
Easter Sunday falls on April 9th this year. As you can imagine, the Easter Bunny gets very busy this time of year. But he promised to make as many extra visits as necessary to ensure every little boy and girl spends some time with him. Therefore, you may find a few different Ventura County Easter Egg Hunts and other fun activities with the Easter Bunny between now and Easter Sunday.Ventura County Easter Egg Hunts 2023CamarilloThe Big Egg Hunt - March 31st to April 7th throughout Camarillo. This fun scavenger hunt sends you to local Camarillo parks in search of hidden Easter eggs. Download your list here. Then, visit each park on the list to find the hidden egg. Each egg includes a code #. Fill in the code on your sheet. If you fill out one row, you receive a goody bag. Fill out the enti...
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By John Pusa, Your All Time Realtor With Exceptional Service
(Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Crest)
On March 16, 2023, California Association of Realtors (C.A.R) reported the home values lower 1.2% to the price of $805,000 in February of 2023 from price of $815,000 in January of 2023, and fell 9.3% from price of $887,500 in February of 2022 in Ventura County, California. While, home sales jumped 11.1% in February of 2023 from January of 2023, but dropped 32.6% from in in February of 2022 in Ventura County, California.There were 3.3 months supplies of available inventory of homes in February of 2023, declined from 3.5 months in January of 2023, but rose from 2.3 months in February of 2022 in Ventura County, California.An average it took 34.5 days to sell home in February 2023, down from 39.0 days in January of 2023, but increased from 20.0 days in February of 2022 in Ventura County, Ca...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
March is Mermaid Month 2023 at Ventura Harbor Village. As always, several fun events are planned throughout the month to honor these lovely ladies of the sea. Which one do you look forward to?What: Mermaid Month 2023Where: Ventura Harbor VillageWhen: All March LongContact: Ventura Harbor Village (805) 477-0470Mermaid Month 2023 at Ventura Harbor VillageMiscellaneous Mermaid Fun Throughout the MonthSeveral shops at the village offer up fun mermaid-themed merchandise. Barefoot Boutique and Casa de Regalos both have cute T-shirts and jewelry. Complete your outfit with ocean-themed footies at Lost in Socks. Find sea glass and cards at Harbor Village Gallery and Treasure Cove. Clean like a mermaid queen with handmade bath bombs and bar soap at Lemon & Lei. Want some mermaid-inspired artwork ...
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By John Pusa, Your All Time Realtor With Exceptional Service
(Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Crest)
On February 16, 2023, California Association of Realtors (C.A.R) reported the homes values declined 0.4% to the price of $815,000 in January of 2023 from price of $818,000 in December of 2022, and down 4.1% from price of $850,000 in January of 2022 in Ventura County California. While, homes sales fell 28.8% in January of 2023 from December of 2022, and dropped 40.1% from in in January of 2022 in Ventura County, California.There were 3.5 months supplies of available inventory of home in January of 2023, increased from 2.3 months in December of 2022, but rose from 2.0 months in January of 2022 in Ventura County, California.An average it took 39.0 days to sell a home in January 2023, unchanged from 39.0 days in December of 2022, and jumped from 12.0 days in January of 2022 in Ventura Count...
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By Alex Gandel, Simi Valley CA Agent, Simi Valley Real Estate
(Top Producing Agent, Pinnacle Estate Properties)
Farmers Markets are a wonderful way to support local farmers and producers while also getting fresh, seasonal produce. This celebration of local food takes place in Simi Valley every Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. It is located in the Regal Theater parking lot on the corner of Tapo Canyon and Alamo Street behind TGI Fridays. If you attend you will experience live entertainment, local farms selling their produce, kid-friendly attractions and activities, and more.Feast your eyes on the beautiful colors at the Farmers Market! You will find everything from microgreens to seafood to tamales to artisan crafts to an array of bread and more! It's great to hear that the food at the Simi Valley Certified Farmers Market is from local farms and is as fresh as it is tasty. This is an excellent ...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
Buying a Ventura home involves many components. You need to save up for your down payment and closing costs. Then, do you choose a fixed-rate or adjustable-rate mortgage? As of the writing of this post, 30-year fixed-rate mortgage sit at an average interest rate of 6.32%. One of the aspects lenders consider when deciding whether to approve you for a loan or not is affordability. One of the biggest factors of affordability is your income-to-debt ratio. You need to show two years of steady income to qualify for a mortgage loan. But it might surprise you about what lenders consider "qualifying income".What is Considered Qualifying Income?Wage Paid by an EmployerDuh! Of course, any income an employer pays you is considered income by a lender. You can prove this with your W-2s, paycheck stub...
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By Alex Gandel, Simi Valley CA Agent, Simi Valley Real Estate
(Top Producing Agent, Pinnacle Estate Properties)
Happy Valentines Day!Whether you’re spending time with your significant other, friends, or family, I hope that this day is filled with special moments that you will always cherish.On this special day, I want to remind you that I am here to assist with all of your real estate needs. Whether you are looking to buy a new home, sell your current property, or simply have questions about the real estate market, I am here to help. I am always committed to providing the highest level of service and expertise, and I am always available to assist you in any way I can.Here are some fun and interesting Valentine’s Day trivia that you can use to impress your friends and loved ones this holiday: The first recorded Valentine’s Day letter was written in 1415 by Charles, Duke of Orleans, to his wife whi...
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By Alex Gandel, Simi Valley CA Agent, Simi Valley Real Estate
(Top Producing Agent, Pinnacle Estate Properties)
White Cloud Estates, Simi Valley Homes                               The neighborhood of White Cloud Estates at Indian Hills is a prestigious gated community nestled in the foothills of northeast Simi Valley and is situated just north of the 118 Fwy. off Yosemite Avenue. The first phase was built in 1997 by Casden Properties; while Phase Two was later built in 1999 by  Presley Homes.There are three floorplans in White Cloud Estates Phase One (built by Casden Properties), ranging from approximately 2100 sq. ft. to 2430 sq. ft. of 2-story living space. Residence One offers 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Residence Two offers 3 bedrooms, a loft or 4th bedroom, and 2.5 baths. Resident Three offers 3 bedrooms plus a loft and den or 5 bedrooms and 2.5 or 3 full baths.   There are also three floorp...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
Are you an ultramarathoner or someone just starting out? The Ventura Seaside Marathon 2023 offers something for all levels of experience and more. Running provides an outlet for exercise with a reasonable cost to perform. No gym membership needed. Just a pair of shoes and a desire to hit the road.What: Ventura Seaside Marathon 2023Where: Emma Wood Group Campground (800 W Main St, Ventura)When: Sunday, February 12th, 7 amAdmission: $55 to $140 (free for spectators)Ventura Seaside Marathon 2023Not a huge runner? That's OK. The marathon portion of the day is only one of the four different "races' you can sign up for. Try a half marathon (13.1 miles). Or sign up for either the 5K (3.1 miles) or 10K (6.2 miles) run. For the 5K and 10K courses, feel free to walk, saunter, or skip if you prefe...
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By John Pusa, Your All Time Realtor With Exceptional Service
(Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Crest)
On January 18, 2023, California Association of Realtors (C.A.R) reported the homes values declined 4.9% to the price of $818,000 in December of 2022 from price of $860,000 in November of 2022, and lower 3.8% from price of $850,000 in December of 2021 in Ventura County, California. While, homes sales gained 3.0% in December of 2022 from November of 2022, but fell 47.1% from in in December of 2021 in Ventura County, California.There were 2.3 months supplies of available inventory of homes in December of 2022, down from 3.0 months in November of 2022, but jumped from 1.1 months in December of 2021 in Ventura County, California.An average it took 39.0 days to sell home in December 2022, higher from 30.0 days in November of 2022, and rose from 22.0 days in December of 2021 in Ventura County,...
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By Alex Gandel, Simi Valley CA Agent, Simi Valley Real Estate
(Top Producing Agent, Pinnacle Estate Properties)
There are numerous amenities in the beautiful city of Simi Valley. Alex Gandel shares his five favorite things about living in this city.The City of Simi Valley is the third largest city of Ventura Counties ten cities. Alex Gandel has lived and worked in Simi Valley since 1980 - for 43 years. As a local Real Estate expert, Alex loves it when he gets the chance to share his affection and knowledge of his hometown. Here are some helpful links to learn more about Simi Valley, CA:Simi Valley SchoolsSimi Valley ParksSimi Valley HistoryOld Maps of Simi ValleySimi Valley WeatherSimi Valley Police DepartmentRonald Reagan LibrarySimi Valley Town CenterSimi Valley Senior CenterSimi Valley Adventist Health HospitalSimi Valley Teen CenterSimi Valley MetrolinkSimi Valley Hiking Trails 
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By Alex Gandel, Simi Valley CA Agent, Simi Valley Real Estate
(Top Producing Agent, Pinnacle Estate Properties)
People often have questions about the beautiful city of Simi Valley, CA. It is considered a bedroom community just north of the Los Angeles basin and has a comfortable, hometown feel. Watch this short video to hear more about Simi Valley, CA. Why Simi Valley from Alex Gandel on Vimeo.Serving Simi Valley and surrounding communities in all price ranges. If you are thinking about buying or selling a property in Simi Valley, give yourself the edge you deserve by partnering with Alex Gandel, an experienced and seasoned voice, who will help navigate you through the buying or selling journey with expertise and success. 
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By Marcus Anderson, Mortgage Broker & Agent | Westside Los Angeles, CA
(MortgageBrokerSantaMonica.com)
Hollywood Beach Oxnard Homes for Sale Are you looking for your dream home by the ocean? If so, Hollywood Beach Oxnard Homes for Sale might be the perfect place to start your search. Located in Ventura County, CA, this stunning seaside city offers amazing views of the Pacific Ocean and a variety of real estate opportunities. From beachfront condos to Mediterranean-style villas, there’s something to fit every budget and lifestyle. Whether you’re searching for an idyllic vacation property or a primary residence, Hollywood Beach Oxnard Homes for Sale have something to offer. With its convenient proximity to Los Angeles and Malibu, it's no wonder why this area is one of Southern California's hottest markets. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets from your own balcony as well as a plethora of recreation...
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By Alex Gandel, Simi Valley CA Agent, Simi Valley Real Estate
(Top Producing Agent, Pinnacle Estate Properties)
Market Update for January 13th, 2023 - Simi Valley, Ventura County.Alex Gandel's business is built on Trust, Integrity, and Communication. His mindset and calm demeanor come from a "glass half full" approach producing a win-win scenario for all parties involved. Serving all facets of the Real Estate business, Alex Gandel's specialties include Listing Agent, Selling Agent, Relocation, Contingent Buyers and Sellers, Luxury Estate Homes, Trust Sales, 1031 Exchanges, Divorce Sales, Moving-up and Downsizing Sellers, and distress sales. Serving Simi Valley and surrounding communities in all prices ranges. If you are thinking about buying or selling a property in Simi Valley, give yourself the edge you deserve by partnering with Alex Gandel, an experienced and seasoned voice, who will help nav...
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