December 2012

Found 23 blog entries for December 2012.

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A Huntington Beach condo in the gated Pacific Ranch Villas community has just been sold by Beach Cities Real Estate agent Michael Franco who was the buyer's representative. 19311 Sunray Lane #104, Huntington Beach was a 2 bedroom, 2 bath home that sold for $415,000. The condo was located in one of the best areas of this community that offered the ultimate in privacy. The location was very serene and private with no neighbors looking inside the unit. The condo featured two large patio with nice scenic views and included newer dual pane windows, one car garage and inside laundry.

The Pacific Ranch Villas area is a nice are just outside of the downtown Huntington Beach area and the Pier. From this community is a short bike ride to the beach and all

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A Laguna Niguel home in the Camden Court community has just been sold by Beach Cities Real Estate agent Sherry Bauer who represented the buyers in this closed real estate transaction. 24631 Camden Court, Laguna Niguel is a three bedroom, three bath home that sold for $425,000.

The property had been nicely upgraded with new paint and rich hardwood flooring. Just over 1,500 square feet in size, the home had lots of windows and natural light flowing into the home with brick fireplace in the living room and stainless steel appliances in the kitchen. In addition, a small brick and concrete patio in the backyard just enough area to plant in your garden. The Laundry was location in the attached 2 car garage and the home only shared one common wall with

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A Pacific Sands Huntington Beach Home has just been sold by Beach Cities Real Estate agent Michael Franco who represented the buyer in this recent sale. 8092 Indianapolis, Huntington Beach is a four bedroom, two bath home that sold for $650,000 on 12/27/2012. The home was located off Beach Blvd and located just 5 minutes to the beach in the Pacific Sands neighborhood.

The home featured four large bedrooms with two bedrooms located on the main level and two bedrooms upstairs. The home had been nicely updated with large open spaces and a nice upgraded kitchen with stainless steel appliances and cherry wood cabinetry. The home had great curb appeal with a white picket fence on the exterior front side with a huge entertainment patio in the back. In

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A Reserve West San Clemente home has just sold by Joseph Horsley of Beach Cities Real Estate. 1914 Colina Salida Del Sol, San Clemente is a stunning ocean view property in the gated community in "The Reserves" and sold for $920,000.

Joseph has had a great year in 2012 and has represented a large number of clients looking to sell, buy or rent in the the San Clemente area. The Reserve West home was a perfect example of his understanding on how to market a home and how to get it sold. 1914 Colina Salida Del Sol was a luxury property that had 5 large bedrooms with a gourmet kitchen, living, family and dining room on the first level as well as a main floor bedroom. Upstairs featured a large master suite with direct views of the ocean.

The Reserve West

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A Vilamoura San Clemente condo has just been sold by Beach Cities Real Estate agent Sherry Bauer who represented the sellers in this closed escrow. 1219 Via Presa, San Clemente is a stunning two bedroom, two and half bath condo in the Vilamoura tract in Rancho San Clemente and sold for $465,000. The home featured vaulted ceilings as pictured below with lots of natural light and rich hardwood flooring to accent the white walls. Located as an end unit the condo was light and bright and only shared a neighbor on on side. Main living quarters and small outdoor patio were located on the main level with 2 large bedrooms located upstairs. The condo also came with a 2 car attached garage and located about 1 mile to the beach.

The Vilamoura complex has one

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A Del Mar rental home has been leased by Kimberly Kramer of Beach Cities Real Estate where she represented the tenants in this rental transaction. 341 10th Street, Del Mar is a cute two bedroom, two bath home that leased for $2,500 a month. The home was located in the Village area of Del Mar and featured two large bedrooms plus an optional 3rd bedroom. The mid century home was built in 1955 and featured a newer stone driveway, roof and brick walkways. One of the selling features of the home was the knotty pine ceilings and brick fireplace. In addition, the home had recently installed newer Pergo flooring, stainless steel sink and ceiling fans. The home featured an nice patio area and located in the prime area of Olde Del Mar Village area.

For

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A Canyon Crest Mission Viejo home has just been listed by Sam Smith of Beach Cities Real Estate for $999,000. 22221 Brookpine, Mission Viejo is a four bedroom, four bath bath home that's located in the gated community of Canyon Crest. One of the best selling features of the home is the location and the premium lot.

Located on one of the best and largest view lots that includes a detached guest house with it's own private entrance. The home is located at the end of a cul-de-sac with large vaulted ceilings and extensive use of granite and travertine throughout the home. The rooms flow naturally to one another as the main entertaining areas are located on the main floor with a main floor bedroom as well. Upstairs features a large master suite with a huge

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A Montiel Mission Viejo home has just been leased by Mission Viejo Real Estate agent Erycka Sanchez of Beach Cities Real Estate who represented the tenants. 21765 Esmalte, Mission Viejo is a four bedroom, four bath home located in the Montiel community and leased for $2,600 a month. The home's location was the biggest selling point as it was located very close to Lake Mission Viejo and local parks.

The home featured the main living spaces on the first level which included the living, family, dining room and kitchen. The kitchen has been updated with granite counter-tops. All the bedrooms were located on the 2nd level with recently updated paint and carpet. The home was nearly 2,000 square feet of living space on a 5,100 square foot lot. The lease

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A Sea Harbour Huntington Beach condo has just been sold by Huntington Beach Real Estate agent Jim Knoska of Beach Cities Real Estate where he represented the buyers. 16933 Bluewater Ln 51, Huntington Beach is a one bedroom, one bath condo in the Sea Harbour community that sold for $309,500. Located in the Sunset Beach area of Huntington Beach the condo one bedroom plus a bonus room that could be used for an office or extra bedroom. One of the best features of the condo is it's use of indoor and outdoor spaces with 2 enclosed patios that give the condo the feeling of more space. The location was the main selling feature of the condo as it was located just blocks to the beach and the Huntington Harbour area.

Sea Harbour is a quiet community has two

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A Rancho Santa Margarita condo has just been leased by Rancho Santa Margarita Real Estate agent Erycka Sanchez of Beach Cities Real Estate as she represented the tenants in this rental transaction. 117 Pasto Rico, Rancho Santa Margarita is a 2 bed, 2 1/2 bath condo located in the Serabrisa community and leased for $1,850 a month as a long term rental. The condo was unique with two master suites with each of their own bathrooms. The rooms were light and bright with a large kitchen area big enough for a center island. The living room featured a cozy fireplace and large windows to let in the natural light. Upstairs Master suite featured a walk-in closet and retreat area with laundry inside the 1 car garage.

The Serabrisa community in Rancho Santa

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A Pointe Surfside Huntington Beach condo has just been leased by Huntington Beach Real Estate agent Erycka Sanchez of Beach Cities Real Estate where she represented the tenants. 4682 Warner Ave A108, Huntington Beach is a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath condo located in the gated community of Pointe Surfside and leased for $1,600 a month. The condo featured a cozy fireplace in the living room, tile kitchen counter tops and an open living room, dining and kitchen area. Pointe Surfside condos were built in 1981 and this condo came equipped with a washer/dryer and a refrigerator as well.

The Pointe Surfside neighborhood offers many amenities which include a community pool, spa, tennis courts and clubhouse. The location could not be better as it's located just one

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A Country Club Villas condo in Costa Mesa, California has just been leased by Costa Mesa Real Estate agent Woody Marsh of Beach Cities Real Estate where he represented the tenants. 3035 Club House Cir, Costa Mesa is a three bedroom, three bath condo that leased for $2,495 a month. The home was located in the Mesa Verde area of Costa Mesa and had recently added all new paint, carpet, lighting as well as new air conditioner and heating system. The home had a nice kitchen area that opened to the back patio as well as an attached two car garage. The Country Club Villas community features an association pool, spa and clubhouse.

Condos in Country Club Villas normally rent between $2,000 to $2,500 a month with 2 and 3 bedroom units available. Condos in

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A Forster Ranch home has just gone into escrow by San Clemente Real Estate agent Scott Bingham of Beach Cities Real Estate where he represents the buyer. 2933 Caballista Del Norte, San Clemente is a three bedroom, two bath home located in the Rimrock community and currently listed at $615,000. Properties in this price range are now selling very quickly due to the low inventory of San Clemente homes on the market. The home is a detached single family residence with approximately 1,400 square feet of living space on a 8,250 square foot lot.

The home features nice vaulted ceilings with architectural elements throughout the home. Extensive use of Travertine flooring combined with french doors and lots of windows make this a very light and bright home.

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A Southwest San Clemente home has just been leased by San Clemente Real Estate agent Scott Bingham of Beach Cities Real Estate where he represented the tenants. 210 Avenida Princesa, San Clemente is two bedroom, two bath single family home that leased for $2,600 a month. The home was located in the 200 block in Southwest San Clemente, ideally located just blocks to the beach and south of the San Clemente Pier. The home was nicely upgraded with granite counters in the master bath, cozy fireplace in the living room and Italian tile flooring. The home had a large driveway with an attached two car garage and was surrounded by large mature landscaping that offered the ultimate in privacy.

Rental homes in the Southwest San Clemente area rarely come on the

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A Rancho Santa Margarita home in the Cresta Vista community has just been leased by Rancho Santa Margarita Real Estate agent Erycka Sanchez of Beach Cities Real Estate where she represented the tenants. 43 El Cencerro, Rancho Santa Margarita is a four bedroom, three bath single family home that leased for $2,850 a month.

The two story home was built in the Spanish style and featured vaulted ceilings with new carpet and paint. Modern Kitchen with stainless steel appliances, maple cabinetry, granite counter-tops and french doors that opened to the outside backyard. The home came complete with a living dining room on the first level with a cozy fireplace and a cute bay window. Upstairs featured three large bedrooms plus a bonus room that could be used

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A Belmont Estates home in Orange, CA has just been sold by Sherry Bauer of Beach Cities Real Estate who represented the seller.  2683 Meridian, Orange is a 5 bedroom, 4 bath home that closed escrow for $860,088.  The home was a generous size property that was built in the luxury Mediterranean style.  Boasting over 3,500 square feet and located in one of the premier communities in Orange, California, with peek views of the ocean and Catalina Island.  Large vaulted ceilings on the first level gave you a sense of space with generous size rooms and lots of natural light.  Upstairs featured a huge master bedroom and suite.  One of the best features of the home was the oversize backyard with a huge luxury pool, spa and sports court. 

Belmont Estates is a

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A single family home in Orange, California has just been sold by Irvine Real Estate agent Mike Kashani of Beach Cities Real Estate where he represented the buyer.  1533 E Fairway Dr, Orange is a three bedroom, two bath home that sold for $425,000.  The home was ideally located near the 55 and 22 freeways and on the border of Orange, Tustin and Santa Ana city limits.  From this location you are just minutes away from old downtown Orange as well.  The home was listed as a short sale and took just a little over 6 months from start to finish to close the short sale transaction.  The home was previously sold for $534,900 in 2004 and featured new kitchen cabinetry, A/C and dual pane windows.  Short sales in Orange are providing an excellent way to buy homes in

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A Huntington Beach home has just been sold by Huntington Beach Real Estate Michael Franco of Beach Cities Real Estate who represented the buyers in this closed transaction.  19715 Seacliff, Huntington Beach is a two bedroom, two bath home located in the Beachwalk Huntington Beach community and sold for $505,000.  The home was located an attached single family home and located as an end unit with a large greenbelt behind the home.  The home featured hardwood flooring, stainless steel appliances and a nice open floor plan.  The bedrooms featured vaulted ceilings with nicely upgraded bathrooms.  One of the best features of the home is the private patio in the backyard.  Plenty of room for friends and guests to mingle outside in this large patio space. 

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A Whittier home has just been sold by San Clemente Real Estate agent Cynthia Villarete of Beach Cities Real Estate who represented the buyers in this real estate transaction. 13514 Bailey St, Whittier is a three bedroom, two bath home that was built in 1903 and sold for $399,900. This historic home was one of the oldest homes in this area and featured a formal dining and living room with a cozy fireplace and original hardwood flooring. One of the best features of this two story home was the original accents that still remained in the home including tiled fireplace, wood staircase and moldings around the wood doors. In addition, the kitchen still remained it's original charm with upgraded counter-tops and top of the line stainless steel appliances.

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A Corona Del Mar condo has just been sold by Corona Del Mar Real Estate agent Cara Farley who represented the buyer in this real estate transaction. 702.5 Marigold, Corona Del Mar is a two bedroom, two bath condo built in 1999 with panoramic views of Catalina Island, Newport Harbor, coastline and city light views and sold for $950,000. The condo had been nicely upgraded and located in one of the best spots in the Village area north of Pacific Coast Highway in Corona Del Mar, a suburb of Newport Beach, California.

The condo featured lots of natural light with large vaulted ceilings and extensive use of stone. marble and rich hardwood flooring. In addition, the kitchen featured granite counter-tops with recessed light and custom built appliances which