Oceanside Homes for Sale - What Happened in the Oceanside Real Estate Market Report in April 2012?

The Oceanside real estate market has undergone many shifts and continues to evolve. This market report does not include any private sales nor manufactured, mobile or multifamily housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate but are not guaranteed.

Media reports speak in general terms, so information may not represent the reality of the local Oceanside real estate market. Having data from a knowledgeable agent about local market conditions benefits you as the buyer or seller in making informed decisions.

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In April 2011 there were 204 homes sold in Oceanside’s 4 zip codes (92054, 92056, 92057, 92058), 19% more than last month. Here’s the breakdown of overall activity.

Sales volume rose again from March sales. Average prices shifted downwards for detached homes, but rose for attached. Buyers are negotiating only about 2 - 4% from asking price across the board.

At the end of April 2012 there were 690 Oceanside homes for sale, a decrease of 3% over last month, the second decline in a row. This represents an inventory of 3.9 months for detached homes (down from 4.2 months in March) and 4.2 months for attached homes (down from 4.4 last month) based on the current rate of sales over the last 6 months – the Oceanside market is getting even more competitive for buyers.

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In April 214 Oceanside homes came on the market, a drop by 15% from March new listings. During April the number of Oceanside homes going pending (199) also declined, by 8%, from last month following 2 months of significant pendings.

I would be pleased to provide more details about the Oceanside real estate market and within specific zip codes, areas or price ranges to help you make an informed decision about your home purchase or sale.

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Oceanside Homes for Sale - What Happened in the Oceanside Real Estate Market Report in March 2012?

The Oceanside real estate market has undergone many shifts and continues to evolve. This market report does not include any private sales nor manufactured, mobile or multifamily housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate but are not guaranteed.

Media reports speak in general terms, so information may not represent the reality of the local Oceanside real estate market. Having data from a knowledgeable agent about local market conditions benefits you as the buyer or seller in making informed decisions.

READ MORE: Oceanside California – A Growing and Changing Coastal San Diego Community

In March 2012 there were 172 homes sold in Oceanside’s 4 zip codes (92054, 92056, 92057, 92058), 8% more than last month. Here’s the breakdown of overall activity.

Sales volume rose modestly from February sales. Average prices shifted upwards for detached homes, but declined for attached. Buyers are still negotiating only about 3% from asking price across the board.

At the end of March 2012 there were 711 Oceanside homes for sale, a decrease of 6% over last month. This represents an inventory of 4.2 months for detached homes (down from 4.6 months in February) and 4.4 months for attached homes (the same as last month) based on the current rate of sales over the last 6 months.

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In March 253 Oceanside homes came on the market, a 6% increase from February new listings. During March the number of Oceanside homes going pending (216) also rose, by 29%, from last month.

I would be pleased to provide more details about the Oceanside real estate market and within specific zip codes, areas or price ranges to help you make an informed decision about your home purchase or sale.

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Carlsbad Condos For Sale – Condos for $200,000 to $300,000 in Carlsbad CA (May 2012)

There are some terrific opportunities for Carlsbad buyers looking for condos for sale in Carlsbad priced in the $200,000 - $300,000 range.

In this price point there are no detached single family homes in Carlsbad - the entry point is currently $345,000.

There are 64 Carlsbad condos for sale priced between $205,000 and $299,990 (1 is affordable housing with very specific income guidelines for purchasers who must be owner occupants). These Carlsbad condos range in size from 770 SF to 1918 SF and offer up to 4 bedrooms. You will find condos in this price range in all of Carlsbad zip code areas.

Communities with homes in this price range include Serrano (Rancho Carrillo), Villas de la Costa, Casitas de la Costa and La Costa Alta.

Not surprisingly 45 (70%) of these are short sales.

81 Carlsbad condos have sold for between $200K and $300K since January 1 (30% were cash) and 49% sold at or above asking price. 7 were originally priced at over $300,000 but sold below $300K.

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San Marcos Homes for Sale - What Happened in the San Marcos Real Estate Market in April 2012?

The San Marcos real estate market continues to evolve, especially with the large number of distress sales. These data do not include any private sales nor manufactured housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate but are not guaranteed.

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Media reports tend to speak in general terms, rather than local, so their information will not likely represent the reality of our local San Marcos real estate market. Having information about local market conditions benefits you as the buyer or seller when making decisions about buying and selling.

In April 2012 there were 92 homes sold in San Marcos’ 2 zip codes (92069 and 92078), down 13% from March. Here’s the breakdown of overall activity.

Sales volume declined across the board for April in contrast to neighboring Carlsbad. Average sales prices shifted upwards slightly for detached homes but declined for attached homes. Buyers are not negotiating much on their purchases, getting only 2% on average off the asking price.

There were 165 San Marcos homes for sale at the end of April with a Contingent status, i.e., homes with offers awaiting approval from the short sale and REO lenders. These homes are included in the overall Active stats since they are still considered active until the approvals are obtained.

The San Marcos real estate market inventory declined by 6% in April, another decline - at the end of April 2012 the San Marcos real estate market had 337 homes for sale (49% are contingent), 2 fewer than at the end of March.

This represents an inventory of 4.1 months for attached homes (up from 3.9 last month) and 3.3 months for detached (down from 3.7 months) based on the current rate of sales over the last 6 months. The San Marcos real estate market remains highly competitive for buyers and is has become a seller’s market for detached homes, with the lowest absorption rates for the North San Diego County coastal communities!

And good news for sellers is that homes are not taking long to sell, on average about 2 ½ months.

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In April 2012 we saw 139 homes come on the market, 14% more than last month. In contrast, however, the number of homes going pending in April (122) decreased by 20% from last month’s pendings.

This overview of the San Marcos real estate market is based on information provided by the MLS for homes that went under contract in the last couple of months and closed in April. More details can be provided if needed with regard to current activity as well as within the specific zip codes of San Marcos (92078 and 92069).

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Father of the Bride – Revisited

Grilled sea bass in banana leaves, a classic Jamaican rice dish, a bevy of appetizers (shrimp, oysters, cheeses), rum punch and a host of other goodies are coming our way this Saturday evening following our younger daughter’s wedding on the beach in Carlsbad.

We had a beach wedding just 2 ½ years ago in Cardiff when my older daughter got married – you have to be sure of high tide depending on the beach – so we have some experience with this sort of this, including the steps.

And the weather this weekend is supposed to be summer-like, around 80.

The last few weeks have been crazy, with work (a number of relocation clients and a pending closing), travel, SoCal CRS stuff, the Cardiovascular Disease Foundation 5K Run/Walk for Life preparations and event, and wedding preparations. The reception will be in our back yard (thank goodness for a caterer) and people are starting to arrive from around the country tonight, and the lists of things to do and buy keep getting longer it seems. Late nights and early mornings are de rigueur.

I probably won’t be around much the next few days but who knows. Later!

Homes with Pools for Sale in Carlsbad – Carlsbad Pool Homes for Sale

Ah, the Southern California life around your own private pool that you can enjoy year-round.

Having a Carlsbad home with your own private pool is a dream of many buyers moving into the area. And there are a good number of homes with pools for sale in Carlsbad. Right now there are more than 30 Carlsbad pool homes for sale ranging in price from about $430,000 to around $1.6 million.

One other option is a Carlsbad master planned community that offers a private residents’ clubhouse with pool – there will be more details on these communities in another post, but Bressi Ranch, La Costa Greens, and La Costa Oaks come immediately to mind.

And many condo communities also offer a private pool for residents.

There are also Carlsbad homes for sale that have lots that are sufficiently large to build your own pool, depending on size and style.

And of course if the budget works you can buy a home with the biggest pool of all – an oceanfront Carlsbad home. Not exactly private but wow, what a view, and both condos and detached single family homes are found at the waterfront!

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Do You Record Your Own Voice Mail Messages?

I’ve often wondered why some people don’t record their own voice mail messages, especially in our business. It just strikes me as odd. But maybe that’s just me.

I’ve called 2 agents in the last day for appointments and it was clear it was not them in the recording, not just from the voice (a female voice for a make agent in one case) but also the message itself – “so and so is not available but if you will leave her a message…”

Is it laziness?

Is it wanting to sound more important by having an assistant or office reception record the message?

Could it be company practice for the brokerage office?

Is it because they can’t figure out what to say or how to do it?

Do they not like the sound of their voice?

Then there are those who don’t state whose voice mail it is that you’ve reached, but just ask you to leave a message. Hellooooo – who IS this I am talking to??!!

Not very businesslike or helpful, IMO. But again, maybe it’s just a personal pet peeve. But given our business is US...

Any thoughts on voice mail (apart from those that have them but don’t return those messages)?

Homes for Sale at Del Mar Bluffs in Del Mar:

Del Mar Bluffs Homes for Sale in Del Mar CA

Del Mar buyers seeking condos for sale in Del Mar should consider the homes for sale at Del Mar Bluffs.

WHY?

Well, as many buyers know the Del Mar real estate market has a reputation, and the track record to support it, of being one of the most expensive communities in coastal San Diego Country, rivaling Coronado and La Jolla. Average Del Mar home sales prices for 2011 were $1.6 million for detached homes and $534,584 for attached.

So finding a Del Mar condo for sale in this affluent community within a mile to the beach for about $200K is a real deal.

And that’s where Del Mar Bluffs homes for sale are priced.

These 1 and 2-bedroom condos on 3 floors in a gated community of 103 units with assigned parking, swimming pool and spa, are located near the 5 freeway, and less than 2 miles from downtown Del Mar. - great shopping, dining, and services.

Currently there are 2 Del Mar Bluffs condos for sale for under $200K, a 1-bedroom and a 2-bedroom, both on the top floor. Want to know more or arrange YOUR personal tour? Give me a call.

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San Marcos Homes for Sale - What Happened in the San Marcos Real Estate Market in March 2012?

The San Marcos real estate market continues to evolve, especially with the large number of distress sales. These data do not include any private sales nor manufactured housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate but are not guaranteed.

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Media reports tend to speak in general terms, rather than local, so their information will not likely represent the reality of our local San Marcos real estate market. Having information about local market conditions benefits you as the buyer or seller when making decisions about buying and selling.

In March 2012 there were 106 homes sold in San Marcos’ 2 zip codes (92069 and 92078), up 25% from February, the 2^nd increase in sales volume. Here’s the breakdown of overall activity.

Sales volume increased substantially for detached homes, from February, and average sales prices also shifted upwards for detached homes. The opposite occurred for attached homes. Buyers are not negotiating much on their purchases, getting only 1-2% off the asking price on average.

There were 167 San Marcos homes for sale at the end of March with a Contingent status, i.e., homes with offers awaiting approval from the short sale and REO lenders. These homes are included in the overall Active stats since they are still considered active until the approvals are obtained.

The San Marcos real estate market inventory declined by 2% in March - at the end of March 2012 the San Marcos real estate market had 358 homes for sale (48% are contingent),7 fewer than at the end of February.

This represents an inventory of 3.9 months for attached homes (the same as last month) and 3.7 months for detached (down from 4.1 months) based on the current rate of sales over the last 6 months. The San Marcos real estate market remains highly competitive for buyers and is trending more toward a seller’s market overall, with the lowest absorption rates for the North San Diego County coastal communities!

And good news for sellers is that homes are not taking long to sell, on average less than 3 months.

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What Impact will the Shadow Inventory Have on the Housing Market?

In March 2012 we saw 120 homes come on the market, 17% fewer than last month. In contrast, however, the number of homes going pending in March (153) increased by 47% from last month’s pendings, a positive sign.

This overview of the San Marcos real estate market is based on information provided by the MLS for homes that went under contract in the last couple of months and closed in March. More details can be provided if needed with regard to current activity as well as within the specific zip codes of San Marcos (92078 and 92069).

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New Homes for Sale at Sycamore at The Foothills in Carlsbad – Sycamore New Homes for Sale at The Foothills in Carlsbad

Carlsbad buyers seeking new homes for sale have yet another options, the new homes at Sycamore located at The Foothills at Carlsbad adjacent to Calavera Hills.

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Along with the new homes at Sago and at Rock Rose, The Foothills offers a number of options for new home buyers with a range of prices, sizes and floor plans.

The new homes at Sycamore are available in 4 floor plans, including a single story, which is hard to find in new construction in Carlsbad, and a modified single story with 2 additional bedrooms upstairs. Sycamore’s new homes range in size from 1998 SF up to 2982 SF with 3 – 5 bedrooms depending on modifications to the plans. Pricing is in the mid $500,000 to low $600,000s. A total of 78 homes will be built.

Amenities include The Foothills Swim Club for residents, along with a spa, BBQs, hiking trails, and a yoga circle. Children living at Sycamore will attend the Carlsbad Unified Schools. The new Carlsbad High School, Sage Creek High School, is under construction a short distance away and due to open in the fall of 2013 with grades 9 and 10 to start.

HOA fees are anticipated to be about $192 at build-out.

There is one home available now, 2 more for June/July, and Sycamore’s phase 3 is soon to be released with expected move-in around September.

Take a tour below, then give me a call (760-840-1360) to arrange YOUR personal tour of the new homes at Sycamore.

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