March 2014

An Upland Palms home has just been sold by Erycka Sanchez of Beach Cities Real Estate.  The property at 1418 W Arrow Highway, Upland just closed escrow today and sold for $334,500 on 3/31/14.  At the time of the listing this was the lowest price 3 bedroom single family home in the Upland area and sold after being on the market for a total of 135 days.  The home was modest in size and featured 1,522 square feet of living space with an optional bonus room that could be used as a fourth bedroom.  Erycka did a great job of marketing the home for sale which resulted in an offer just below the original asking price of $334,500.

Erycka Sanchez is one of the newest additions to the Beach Cities Real Estate family and handles the northern Orange County area as

A San Clemente pier view condo has just been leased by Sherry Bauer of Beach Cities Real Estate. 412 Arenoso #214, San Clemente leased for $3,400 a month as a long term rental.  The 2 bedroom condo was located in the San Clemente Pier bowl area where condos are situated within walking distance to the Pier.  This condo was located in the Vista Pacifica Villas condo complex which is one of the newer condo buildings in this area and was first built in 2001.  Built in the Spanish style the building offers ocean view condos from the front row and from sides of the building.  412 Arenoso #214 was located near the front of the building and had views of the ocean and pier from the living room window.  The condo featured over 1,900 square feet of living space

A Shady Canyon Irvine home just been sold by Beach Cities Real Estate agent Michael Franco who represented the buyers. 31 Blue Heron In irvine, California just sold for $6,850,000 in less than a short 2 week escrow.  The escrow closed on 3/27/2014 and was located in the gated community of Shady Canyon and was a custom home built in 2007.  The 10,000 square foot property was ideally located with views of the Shady Canyon valley and was last sold in 2010 for $5,250,000.  This is a stunning and classic Mediterranean archtiectural style home that featured extensive use of brick and wood on the interior of the home.  Six large bedrooms occupied the three levels of the home with a main floor master suite on the main level and three additional bedrooms located

A Downtown San Diego loft has just closed escrow today by Kimberly Kramer of Beach Cities Real Estate who represented the buyer.  The residence located at 1780 Kettner unit #313 closed escrow for $750,000 on 3/27/2014.  Loft properties are coming into vogue in the downtown area with sleek concrete surfaces that are warmed up with rich hardwood flooring and made expansive by the use of floor to ceiling windows.  1780 Kettner also offered wonderful views of the bay and the ocean in the up and coming neighborhood known as "Little Italy."  The condos in the Doma building were 1780 Kettner #313 is located is a newer building in the San Diego area that was built a little more than 10 years ago.  It has been hugely successful as many condo buyers who want to

A St. Tropez Aliso Viejo condo has just been leased by Beach Cities Real Estate agent Mike Kashani who represented the tenants in this real estate transaction.  The home was located at 97 Montara and leased for $1,995 a month as a long term rental.  The property was located in the desirable St Tropez neighborhood and was located as end unt with no neighbors living below or above this unit.  The two bedroom was nicely updated with a gourmet kitchen that featured stainless steel appliances and quartz counter tops.  The owner has recently installed ceramic tile in both the kitchen and the baths with newer window blings installed.  The nice part about this condo is the 1 car attached garage plus a bonus 1 assigned parking space out front.  

The St. Tropez

A Bristol Cove Carlsbad condo has been leased by Beach Cities Real Estate agent Kimberly Kramer who represented the tenants in this rental transaction.  The condo was located at 4525 Cove Dr #8 and leased for $2,500 a month as a long term rental.  The condo was located in the lagoon community known as Bristol Cove and featured two large bedrooms with two baths and 1,890 square feet of living space.  The unit had incredible water views and had been nicely updated with nice hardwood flooring, granite counter-tops and top of the line stainless steel appliances.  The condo featured underground parking and a bonus room located off the view deck.

The Bristol Cove community is located adjacent to the Aqua Hedionda lagoon in Carlsbad and is a popular spot for

A Forster Ranch San Clemente home has just gone in-escrow by Beach Cities Real Estate agent Sam Smith who represents the buyer.  The large two story Spanish style home is located at 2026 Via Vina and is listed at $799,000.  The property features four bedrooms, two baths and 2,307 square feet of living space on a 5,611 square foot lot.  Situated in the Flora Vista community and located on a quiet cul-de-sac street, the property has a 10+ curb appeal and move-in ready condition.  Some of the highlights of the home included large vaulted ceilings in the formal living room, gourmet kitchen with center island cook-top, separate dining room, 3 car garage and large Master Suite.  The home was only on the market for 16 days when the property went under contract.

A Newport Coast home in the Crystal Cove community has just accepted an offer an opened escrow by Beach Cities Real Estate agent Michael Franco who represents the buyers.  The luxury 3 bedroom home is located at 134 Sidney Bay and is currently listed for sale at $2,598,000.  Situated in the Seascape neighborhood, the Plan 2 home features ocean and sunset views from all three levels of the homes.  The property was built brand new in 2002 and features vaulted ceilings, rich beige and cream color tones, wood spiral staircase and large picture windows.  Built in the Spanish architectural style, the home has great curb appeal with a gourmet kitchen with top of the line appliances and open floor plan.  The selling point of the home is the large master suite

A Huntington Beach home in the Beachwalk neighborhood has accpeted an offer today and escrow has been opened today by Michael Franco of Beach Cities Real Estate who represents both the buyer and owner in this real estate transaction.  19715 Seacliff is situated in the Beachwalk neighborhood in Huntington Beach and is listed for sale for $640,000.  This in the 3rd consective sale for Franco this week as he has put 2 other homes in escrow in the last severral days.  The Huntington Beach was beautifully updated with three two bedrooms, upgraded hardwood flooring and a gourmet kitchen.  The rooms were very light and brite and featured a large backyard patio area and a 2 car garage.

In 2013, the Beachwalk community has been very active with one sale at

A Harbor Lane San Juan Capistrano home has just been listed by Beach Cities Real Estate agent Joseph Horsley.  The property is located at 32902 Paseo Del Mar and features three large bedrooms and is on the market for sale at $530,000.  The home is situated in the desirable Harbor Lane community which is well known for finding single family homes in the affordable $500,000 range.  32902 Paseo Del Amor has been recently renovated with new paint and carpet and features a large backyard and patio area.  The hoome is light and brite with multiple skylights, small kitchend and dining area with all bedrooms located upstairs.  It comes complete with an attached 2 garage.

The Harbor Lane community is a small neighborhood located near the Dana Point and San Juan

A Laguna Hills condo has just sold by Cara Farley of Beach Cities Real Estate who was the buyer's representative.  The property located at 22356 Caminito Tecate closed escrow today for $359,900.  The condo was only on the market for a total of 22 days when Farley's clients purchased the property for the full asking price of $359,900.  This was a beautiful condo that was located in the hills of an area called the "Laguna Village" in Laguna Hills, California.  The condo featured 3 large bedrooms with low homeowners association dues and no additional Mello Roos tax. 

This property was originally purchased at auction for $313,000 which closed escrow on 1/13/14.  The home was then fixed up and put back on the market in the mid February for the increased

A Bird Rock La Jolla home has just been leased by Beach Cities Real Estate agent Kimberly Kramer who represented the tenants.  The property was located at 5646 Beaumont Ave and featured five bedrooms, four baths and leased for $5,975 as a long term lease.  The home was built in 2005 and was located approximately 6 blocks to the ocean.  The home was also on the market for sale in 2013 for $1,835,000 and is a beautiful example of Mission style architecture.  Some of the highlights of the home included vaulted ceilings, rich hardwood flooring, and a stunning open kitchen with granite counters maple birch cabinetry.  In addition, the home featured dual pane windows, 2 car garage and a large grassy backyard.  The home was only on the market for 30 days when it

A Villas Solana Beach condo has just been leased by Beach Cities Real Estate agent Kimberly Kramer who represented both the tenant and the landlord in this rental transaction.  930 Via Mil Cumbres #120 in Solana Beach was listed for lease at $2,250 and leased for $2,200 a month as a long term lease.  Kimberly had professional photography done on the rental property as pictured below and advertised the condo through various media outlets.  Kimberly successfully located and secured a tenant for the owner of the property.  The condo was located in an upstairs end unit location with 2 large bedrooms and an approximate 1,120 square feet of living space. 

The Solana Beach rental season is in full swing right now as we enter the spring and summer months.  The

A El Mirador Laguna Beach condo has just been leased by Beach Cities Real Estate agent Woody Marsh who represented the tenants.  The unit was located at 666 Glennerye and situated in the heart of the Laguna Village area of Laguna Beach, California.  The unit was modest in size and featured one bath and one bath in a property that was originally built in 1948.  The condo featured 800 square feet of living space on a nice size enclosed yard and a detached 1 car garage.  The owner was asking for a 12 month lease and included a washer/dryer with the rental price.  The property was only on the market for 5 days when it leased for the full asking price of $2,150 a month.

The Laguna Village is a great place to find smaller apartments like 666 Glenneyre that

A North San Clemente condo has just been listed by Beach Cities Real Estate agent Joseph Horsley.  The condo is located at 108 E El Portal unit #C in San Clemente and is currently listed for 1,650 a month as a long term lease.  Situated in the north side of San Clemente, the two bedroom condo offers a one car garage and additional driveway parking.  Located on the upstairs part of the property, the unit has a nice open floor plan with large kitchen and living room.  One of the selling points of this condo is the small ocean view that can be seen from the Master Bedroom and Living room.  The rental includes the water, trash, refrigerator and dishwasher.

The property is located just blocks to the downtown San Clemente area and just a block away from the

A Harbor View home in San Clemente has just been listed for lease by Beach Cities Real Estate agent Joseph Horsley.  The property located at 805 Carnaros is a four bedroom, three bath home that is currently offered for lease at $3,700 a month as a long term rental.  Situated in the Harbor View community the property features wonderful ocean views from the 2nd level of the home.  In addition, the home features tall vaulted ceilings, large grassy backyard and an upgraded kitchen with center island and maple cabinetry.  The Master suite is very large and features a large ocean view deck as well as a jacuzzi tub and separate shower in the Master Bath.  The owner is asking for a 12 month lease.

The Harbor View community is located in the Rancho San Clemente

A Magnolia Estates home in Carlsbad, California is being offered for lease by Beach Cities Real Estate agent Kimberly Kramer.  The large estate home is located at 6374 Keeneland Dr and is listed as a luxury rental that can be completely furnished at $12,000 a month or unfurnished at $10,000 a month.  The home is situated in the upscale Magnolia Estates community and features five bedrooms and 5,293 square feet of living space.  The home has been built with great attention to detail that includes high vaulted ceilings, custom wainscoting and crown molding, rich hardwood flooring and a large kitchen with center island, granite counters and top of the line appliances.  One of the biggest selling points of the home is the main floor master bedroom with

A Monarch Point home in Laguna Niguel has just leased by Beach Cities Real Estate agent Mike Kashani who represented the tenant.  The property located at 32011 Isle Vista in Laguna Niguel leased for $10,000 a month as a short term 4 month rental.  The property was located in the exclusive gated community known as "Monarch Point" which sits directly above the Three Arch Bay community in Laguna Beach.  The ocean views are simply amazing from this location and 32011 Isle Vista was perfectly situated high on a lot to have coastline ocean views.  The home featured three bedrooms, four baths with 2,800 square feet of living space.

Situated on a huge 13,068 square foot lot the property came completely furnished with many upgrades throughout the home. Some of

A Rancho San Joaquin Townhome has just been leased by Beach Cities Real Estate agent Mike Kashani who represented the tenant.  The property was located at 10 Montanas Norte has just leased for $2,600 a month.  The townhouse was located in the desirable golf course community known as Rancho San Joaquin.  The property featured 3 bedrooms, one bath with 1,900 square feet of living space.  The interior was nicely uppgraded with granite counters in the kicthen, lots of kitchen cabintery and high vaulted ceilings.  The townhome offered three separate balconies, an attached 2 car garage and a street level entrance with all the bedrooms located downstairs.  The unit was on the market for a short 12 days when Kashani's clients leased the property.

The Rancho San

Located inside the gates of the Marbella Country Club is where you will find another gated community known as "Marbella Crest Estates."  The community is very small and is home to 9 luxury estate homes and one vacant lot that is currently offered for sale at $875,000.  Homes in this community rarely come on the market with only one home being offered for sale at $5,495,000.  The home features 8,846 square feet of living space with a total of 6 bedrooms, 6 baths on a 87,120 square foot lot.  Homes in this area are located on large and expansive lots and provide an extra security within the guard gated community of Marbella.

Marbella Country Club is well known for it's world class golfing and resort style amenities for members that belong to the club.