Carlsbad Real Estate News and Views: California: Oceanside

Join the Laughter Yoga Club this Saturday in Oceanside CA

Laughter is good for you. We all know that "laughter is the best medicine," and everyone seems to enjoy a good laugh. But so often with our busy lives, stress, fatigue and other reasons laughter avoids us. It's hard to find something to laugh about. And laughing without a reason? Perhaps not so easy to do. 

Laughter Yoga Clubs were started in India back in 1995 and have become quite popular - there are now over 6000 Laughter Clubs in 60 countries. [photo courtesy of foxtongue on Flickr]

The Laughter Yoga Club will be held at 5205 Windmill Street in Oceanside, CA on Saturday March 20 beginning at 11 am. 

Visit the Feeling Good Place for more information or call Hanna (760-944-8417) or Stacey (760-390-1498). Email Hanna at Hanna@FeelingGoodPlace.com.

Please RSVP as space will be limited

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The Oceanside real estate market has undergone many shifts and continues to evolve, especially with the number of distress sales. This report does not include any private sales nor manufactured or mobile 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 for making informed decisions about a purchase or sale. 

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

In February 2010 there were 146 homes sold in Oceanside's 4 zip codes (92054, 92056, 92057, 92058), a 7% increase after a 32% decrease from December to January. Here's the breakdown of overall activity. 

In Oceanside there were 305 homes with a contingent status at the end of February, up 16 from January. This represents 40% of all the homes for sale. Buyers entering the Oceanside real estate market are seeing almost 1/2 of the inventory already with offers in for approval for short sales and REOs. (Note: these are not the only short sale and REO homes for sale, just those with offers). These contingent homes are included in the overall Active stats below. 

At the end of February 2010 the Oceanside real estate market had 761 homes for sale, up 10% from January. This represents an inventory of 3.4 months for detached homes (up from 3.1 months last month) and 5.3 months for attached homes (up from 4.5 months in January) based on the current rate of sales over the last 6 months.  

READ MORE:   How Important is Inventory when Buying or Selling? Very!! 

In February 278 Oceanside homes came on the market, a substantial 40% increase over January - good news for buyers. During February 201 homes went pending, 33% more than last month. 

More details can be provided with regard to current activity in the Oceanside real estate market and within the specific zip codes. 

READ MORE:

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for January 2010

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for December 2009

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for November 2009

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for October 2009

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for September 2009

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for August 2009

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for July 2009 

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for June 2009  

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for May 2009  

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for March and April 2009

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There are many independent seniors communities here in Southern California, and seniors seeking a new home in a 55+ community have many options depending on where they prefer to live, the amenities desired, and budget. 

The Oceanside real estate market offers a variety of communities for seniors; Emerald Lake Village is a 55+ community in south Oceanside close to the Carlsbad line that has a strong appeal for a variety of reasons. 

Emerald Lake Village is gated, providing an additional level of security that is appreciated by many seniors. There is a club house with pool, spa, billiard room, large meeting room and full kitchen, as well as a library with fireplace. Residents with RVs can use the area set aside for RV parking with a fee of $25/month. 

There are 161 Cape Cod-style manufactured single story homes in Emerald Lake Village on gently rolling hills with a large greenbelt. These homes are attached to permanent foundations and are fee simple ownership, unlike a number of communities which are land lease. Residents pay HOA fees of $170/month currently. 

The Oceanside homes at Emerald Lake Village are 2-bedrooms with 2 baths with attached garages, and living space ranging from around 1100 SF to over 1700 SF in several different styles. There are few sales in this community, with only 9 homes sold in all of 2009. Prices ranged from $210,000 to $290,000 (average price/SF was $170/SF). There are no active listings at the current time. 

Here are some other seniors communities in the San Diego area to consider:

Oceanside Real Estate - Ocean Hills Country Club in Oceanside CA  92056  

A VIDEO Tour Through the Lake San Marcos Community in San Marcos CA  

Carlsbad Real Estate - 55+ Communities Here and in Surrounding Areas  

Oceanside Real Estate - 55+ Community at Oceana

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All content copyright © 2010 Jeff Dowler Carlsbad Homes and Real Estate Tidbits

The Oceanside real estate market has undergone many shifts and continues to evolve, especially with the number of distress sales. This report does not include any private sales nor manufactured or mobile 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 for making informed decisions about a purchase or sale. 

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

In January 2010 there were 136 homes sold in Oceanside's 4 zip codes (92054, 92056, 92057, 92058), a decrease of 32%. This is not really surprising given that these homes, for the most part, went into escrow during the holiday period when we generally see fewer sales.  Here's the breakdown of overall activity. 

In Oceanside there were 289 homes with a contingent status at the end of January, down 4 from December. This represents 42% of all the homes for sale. Buyers entering the Oceanside real estate market are seeing almost 1/2 of the inventory already with offers in for approval for short sales and REOs. (Note: these are not the only short sale and REO homes for sale, just those with offers). These contingent homes are included in the overall Active stats below. 

At the end of January 2010 the Oceanside real estate market had 693 homes for sale, up 4% from December. This represents an inventory of 3.1 months for detached homes (up from 2.6 months in December) and 4.5 months for attached homes (up from 4 months in December) based on the current rate of sales over the last 6 months.  

In January 198 Oceanside homes came on the market, just 3 more than last month. During January 151 homes went pending, t8% fewer than last month. 

More details can be provided with regard to current activity in the Oceanside real estate market and within the specific zip codes. 

READ MORE:

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for December 2009

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for November 2009

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for October 2009

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for September 2009

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for August 2009

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for July 2009 

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for June 2009  

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for May 2009 

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for March and April 2009

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All content copyright © 2010 Jeff Dowler "The California Relocation Dude" Carlsbad Homes and Real Estate Tidbits

The Oceanside real estate market has undergone many shifts and continues to evolve, especially with the number of distress sales. This report does not include any private sales nor manufactured or mobile 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 for making informed decisions about a purchase or sale. 

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

In December 2009 there were 199 homes sold in Oceanside's 4 zip codes (92054, 92056, 92057, 92058), as compared to 156 in November (an increase of 27%). Here's the breakdown of overall activity. 

In Oceanside there were 293 homes with a contingent status at the end of December, down modestly from November. This represents 44% of all the homes for sale. Buyers entering the Oceanside real estate market are seeing almost 1/2 of the inventory already with offers in for approval for short sales and REOs. (Note: these are not the only short sale and REO homes for sale, just those with offers). These contingent homes are included in the overall Active stats below. 

At the end of December 2009 the Oceanside real estate market had 669 homes for sale, down 6% from November which had dropped 7% from October. This represents an inventory of 2.6 months for detached homes (down from 2.8 months in November) and 4 months for attached homes (down slightly from November) based on the current rate of sales over the last 6 months.  The Oceanside real estate market is getting tighter and more competitive at the moment. 

In December 195 Oceanside homes came on the market, 41% more than last month, which means more inventory for buyers and hopefully more sales next month. During December 165 homes went pending, the same as last month. 

More details can be provided with regard to current activity in the Oceanside real estate market and within the specific zip codes. 

READ MORE:

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for November 2009

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for October 2009

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for September 2009

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for August 2009

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for July 2009 

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for June 2009  

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for May 2009  

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for March and April 2009

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The Oceanside real estate market has undergone many shifts and continues to evolve, especially with the number of distress sales. This report does not include any private sales nor manufactured or mobile 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 for making informed decisions about a purchase or sale. 

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

In November 2009 there were 157 homes sold in Oceanside's 4 zip codes (92054, 92056, 92057, 92058), as compared to 201 in October (a decrease of 22%). Here's the breakdown of overall activity. 

In Oceanside there were 3-8 homes with a contingent status at the end of November, 4% more than at the end of October. This represents 43% of all the homes for sale. Buyers entering the Oceanside real estate market are seeing almost 1/2 of the inventory already with offers in for approval for short sales and REOs. (Note: these are not the only short sale and REO homes for sale). These contingent homes are included in the overall Active stats below. 

At the end of November 2009 the Oceanside real estate market had 709 homes for sale, down 7% from October. This represents an inventory of 2.8 months for detached homes (down from 3.1 months in October) and 4.2 months for attached homes (down slightly from October) based on the current rate of sales over the last 6 months.   

In November 138 homes came on the market, 16% fewer than last month which had declined 59% from September. During November 165 homes went pending, 6% less than last month. 

More details can be provided with regard to current activity in the Oceanside real estate market as well as within the specific zip codes or subdivisions. 

READ MORE:

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for October 2009

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for September 2009

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for July 2009

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for June 2009  

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for May 2009  

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for March and April 2009

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All content copyright © 2009 Jeff Dowler "The California Relocation Dude" Carlsbad Homes and Real Estate Tidbits

The Oceanside real estate market has undergone many shifts and continues to evolve, especially with the number of distress sales. This report does not include any private sales nor manufactured or mobile 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 for making informed decisions about a purchase or sale. 

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

In October 2009 there were 201 homes sold in Oceanside's 4 zip codes (92054, 92056, 92057, 92058), as compared to 219 in September (a decrease of 8%). Here's the breakdown of overall activity. 

* One home was reported as selling for $208 when in fact it sold for $280K. This average has been corrected to make the adjustment for the error in reporting on the MLS.

** One home was reported as selling for $206 when it actually sold for $206,000. This average has been corrected to make the adjustment for the error in reporting on the MLS 

In Oceanside there were 295 homes with a contingent status at the end of October, 4% fewer than at the end of September. This represents 63% of all the homes for sale. Buyers entering the Oceanside real estate market are seeing almost 2/3s of the inventory already with offers in for approval for short sales and REOs. (Note: these are not the only short sale and REO homes for sale). These contingent homes are included in the overall Active stats below. 

At the end of October 2009 the Oceanside real estate market had 763 homes for sale, up 6% from September. This represents an inventory of 3.1 months for detached homes (down from 3.1 month in September) and 4 months for attached homes (up slightly from September) based on the current rate of sales over the last 6 months.   

In October 164 homes came on the market, 59% fewer than last month. During October 177 homes went pending, 25% less than last month. 

More details can be provided with regard to current activity in the Oceanside real estate market as well as within the specific zip codes or subdivisions. 

READ MORE:  

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for September 2009

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for August 2009

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for July 2009 

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for June 2009  

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for May 2009  

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for March and April 2009

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Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is an interesting topic, no doubt, and rather a famous holiday for many, especially in Mexico where it is an ancient tradition (and I will get to celebrate and check out the festivities in person - yikes) to celebrate the lives of deceased loved ones - altars, music, favorite foods of the deceased, visits to the cemeter with flowers, and celebration are the hallmarks of this long tradition.

Dia de los Muertos is celebrated on November 1 and 2 and beyond, depending on where the festivities take place. November 1 is the Catholic holiday of All Saint's Day; November 2 is All Soul's Day.

There is a huge Dia de los Muertos celebration at the Mission San Luis Rey tomorrow, Sunday November 1, from 10 - 4. There will be numerous altars created, a parade, lots of music and food, dancers, and a chalk cemetery where folks (of Mexican heritage, or not) can participate and remember a loved one.

For more information, visit the San Luis Rey website.

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All content copyright © 2009 Jeff Dowler Carlsbad Homes and Real Estate Tidbits

The Oceanside real estate market has undergone many shifts and continues to evolve, especially with the number of distress sales. This report does not include any private sales nor manufactured or mobile 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 for making informed decisions about a purchase or sale. 

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

In September 2009 there were 219 homes sold in Oceanside's 4 zip codes (92054, 92056, 92057, 92058), as compared to 182 in August (an increase of 20%). Here's the breakdown of overall activity. 

** One home was reported as selling for $22,800 when in fact it sold for $228K. This average has been corrected to make the adjustment for the error in reporting on the MLS. 

In Oceanside there were 306 homes with a contingent status at the end of September, 11% more than at the end of August. This represents 43% of all the homes for sale.

Buyers entering the Oceanside real estate market are seeing well over 1/3 of the inventory already with offers in for approval for short sales and REOs. (Note: these are not the only short sale and REO homes for sale). These contingent homes are included in the overall Active stats below. 

At the end of September 2009 the Oceanside real estate market had 717 homes for sale, up 1% from August. This represents an inventory of 2.9 months for detached homes (no change from August) and 3.8 months for attached homes (down slightly from August) based on the current rate of sales over the last 6 months.   

In September 280 homes came on the market, 44%% more than last month. During September 237 homes went pending, more than double the number going pending in August. 

More details can be provided with regard to current activity in the Oceanside real estate market as well as within the specific zip codes or subdivisions. 

READ MORE: 

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for August 2009 

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for July 2009 

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for June 2009  

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for May 2009  

Oceanside Real Estate - Oceanside Real Estate Market Report for March and April 2009

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For seniors in the Oceanside real estate market, or in North San Diego County in general, 4686 Cordoba Way in the Ocean Hills Country Club is worthy of your serious consideration. 

Ocean Hills Country Club is a 350 acre, gate guarded community with a private golf course less than 4 miles from the ocean in Oceanside California. This renowned 55+ community offers an outstanding lifestyle for active seniors in an area known for fabulous year-round weather and for being a popular retirement area of the country. 

READ MORE: Oceanside Real Estate - Ocean Hills Country Club in Oceanside California

1632 homes built in the 1980s and early 1990s are clustered along tree-lined winding roads and cul-de-sacs amidst rolling hills, lush vegetation, plenty of open space and surrounding the private18-hole par 55 executive golf course. The Mediterannean styled homes and Greek theme (many streets and villages are Green names) combined with the landscape create a very appealing community which feels much smaller than it really is. 

The majority of the Ocean Hills Country Club homes are single story twin homes to cater to the needs of its residents. And the 30,000 SF Club House provides amenities, recreational activities and social clubs that will rival the best resort, including an Olympic sized swimming pool with spa, bocce ball, paddle and regular tennis and croquet.

There is a woodworking shop, dark room, auditorium, exercise room and gathering rooms for multiple social clubs (several dozen, at least). Residents will also enjoy a monthly newsletter, free shopping shuttle to nearby services (within 1 mile), a dog park, walking and hiking trails, and biking paths, with 24-hour controlled access staff and security patrol. 

4686 Cordoba Way is an 1800 SF 2 bedroom 2 bath home with enclosed atrium (builder's plan states 1674 SF, assessor states 1800 SF), 2-car garage plus 2 car parking in the driveway, an attractive entry courtyard and spacious private patio.

This beautifully maintained home is in move-in condition, with low maintenance landscaping in the courtyard and patio and views of a lush greenbelt. While the need is infrequent due to coastal moderate temperatures and ocean breezes, 4 ceiling fans provide additional cooling supplemented by a new AC system installed in 2009. 

And on chilly nights you will appreciate the fireplace in the living room. Cathedral ceilings and plentiful windows create a light airy feeling and allow an abundance of light. 

Cooks will love the spacious kitchen with breakfast area looking out onto the private backyard and patio, with additional light from the adjacent atrium for your fountain and plants. The refrigerator, dishwasher and electric range/oven, installed 5 years ago, will convey with the property, as will the patio furniture. 

Please visit 4686 Cordoba Way for more information, photos and videos of this gem in the Oceanside real estate market. This gorgeous home may be toured between 10 am and 6 pm daily - I will happy to arrange a personal visit at your convenience or answer any questions.

This home is offered at $460,000

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