San Marcos Real Estate Market Report for June 2010

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.

READ MORE: San Marcos - A Thriving Inland Residential Community

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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 data from a knowledgeable agent about the local market conditions benefits you as the buyer or seller when making decisions about buying and selling.

In June 2010 there were 103 homes sold in San Marcos' 2 zip codes (92069 and 92078), down 15% from last month. Here's the breakdown of overall activity. 

There were 181 homes on the market at the end of June with a Contingent status, i.e., homes with offers awaiting approval from the short sale and REO lenders, 14 more than last month. These homes are included in the overall Active stats since they are still considered active until the approvals are obtained.

At the end of June 2010 the San Marcos real estate market had 450 homes for sale (40% are contingent), 8% more than in May, another monthly increase. This represents an inventory of 5.5 months for attached homes (up from 5 months in May) and 4.6 months for detached (up from 4.3 months at the end of May) based on the current rate of sales over the last 6 months. 

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

In June we saw 136 homes come on the market, about the same as last month. The number of homes going pending in June (75) declined, by 12% over the number of pendings last month. 

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 June. 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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Restaurants in San Marcos - Love Boat Sushi 

I am a big fan of sushi, so an invitation to lunch at Love Boat Sushi in San Marcos was most welcome. 

There are a ton of restaurants in San Marcos, and Love Boat Sushi is well worth a visit, plus they offer other dishes on their lunch menu as well (chicken, noodles, beef) in case you are not a fan of sushi.

Of course they are best known in San Diego for their sushi, and Love Boat Sushi does it very well. 

You can enjoy their sushi bar or sit at a table, with efficient, friendly service. And with the number of choices on the menu, it's not easy deciding which sushi or sashimi to order (they offer combo plates as well as a numerous individual selections so you can order the specific pieces and quantities you want). Love Boat Sushi also offers a great selection of rolls (see photos). 

Love Boat Sushi is a fun place to celebrate a birthday (there were two when we were there).

The lights dine, the music comes on , and the staff all gather around clapping and singing.

And of course the whole restaurant gets into the act. A birthday at Love Boat Sushi is a good way to celebrate...or be embarrassed.

In addition to their restaurant in San Marcos, Love Boat Sushi can be enjoyed in Oceanside and Ranch Bernardo. 

The San Marcos Love Bost Sushi Restaurant is located at 121 S Las Posas Road #122 in the San Marcos Grand Plaza Shopping Center just south of the 78 freeway at Grand Avenue and Las Posas Road. Phone: 760-471-7722  or Reservations: 760-471-7701  

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San Marcos Real Estate Market Report for May 2010 

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.

READ MORE: San Marcos - A Thriving Inland Residential Community

San Elijo Hills - Award-Winning Master Planned Community in San Marcos

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 data from a knowledgeable agent about the local market conditions benefits you as the buyer or seller when making decisions about buying and selling. 

In May 2010 there were 121 homes sold in San Marcos' 2 zip codes (92069 and 92078), up a substantial 32% from last month. Here's the breakdown of overall activity. 

There were 167 homes on the market at the end of May with a Contingent status, i.e., homes with offers awaiting approval from the short sale and REO lenders, 4 less than last month. These homes are included in the overall Active stats since they are still considered active until the approvals are obtained. 

At the end of May 2010 the San Marcos real estate market had 416 homes for sale (40% are contingent), 3% more than in April, another monthly increase. This represents an inventory of 5 months for attached homes (down from 5.1 in April) and 4.3 months for detached (down from 4.6 months at the end of April) based on the current rate of sales over the last 6 months. 

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

In May we saw 135 homes come on the market, 19% less than last month. The number of homes going pending in May (85) also declined, by 33% over the number of pendings last month. 

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 May. 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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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.

READ MORE: San Marcos - A Thriving Inland Residential Community

San Elijo Hills - Award-Winning Master Planned Community in San Marcos 

Media reports speak in general terms, rather than local, so that information may not represent the reality of our local San Marcos real estate market. Having data from a knowledgeable agent about the local market conditions benefits you as the buyer or seller when making decisions about buying and selling. 

In April 2010 there were 92 homes sold in San Marcos' 2 zip codes (92069 and 92078), 1more than last month. Here's the breakdown of overall activity. 

There were 179 homes on the market at the end of April with a Contingent status, i.e., homes with offers awaiting approval from the short sale and REO lenders, up 9% from last month. These homes are included in the overall Active stats since they are still considered active until the approvals are obtained.

At the end of April 2010 the San Marcos real estate market had 404 homes for sale (44% are contingent), 7% more than in March, another increase. This represents an inventory of 5.1 months for attached homes (up from 4.9 in March) and 4.6 months for detached (up from 4.1 months at the end of March) based on the current rate of sales over the last 6 months. 

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

In April we saw 167 homes come on the market, 15% more than last month. The number of homes going pending in March (127) rose by 13% over the number last month. Thus the San Marcos real estate market remains competitive for buyers, and homes continue to sell fairly briskly. The rise in inventory will be welcomed by buyers. 

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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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. 

READ MORE: San Marcos - A Thriving Inland Residential Community 

San Elijo Hills - Award-Winning Master Planned Community in San Marcos

Media reports speak in general terms, rather than local, so that information may not represent the reality of our local San Marcos real estate market. Having data from a knowledgeable agent about the local market conditions benefits you as the buyer or seller when making decisions about buying and selling. 

In March 2010 there were 91 homes sold in San Marcos' 2 zip codes (92069 and 92078). Here's the breakdown of overall activity. 

There were 164 homes on the market at the end of March with a Contingent status, i.e., homes with offers awaiting approval from the short sale and REO lenders, down 1 from last month. These homes are included in the overall Active stats since they are still considered active until the approvals are obtained. 

At the end of March 2010 the San Marcos real estate market had 378 homes for sale (43% are contingent), 2% more than in February, another increase although modest. This represents an inventory of 4.9 months for attached homes (up from 4.6 in February)) and 4.1 months for detached (up from 3.8 months at the end of February) based on the current rate of sales over the last 6 months.

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

In March we saw 145 homes come on the market, just 4 more than last month. The number of homes going pending in March (110) rose by only 3 over the number in February. Thus the San Marcos real estate market remains competitive for buyers, and homes continue to sell fairly briskly, with a significant increase in sales for March. 

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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This live stream of Molly the Owl (in San Marcos, CA) hatching her babies has been great fun to watch. There are a ton of followers and quite a social stream too.

Keep it open so you can watch when you have time off and on when working at your computer. You can also watch it on your iPhone.

Here's the link to the full show

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San Elijo Hills homes for sale in a Master Planned Community in San Marcos California

San Elijo Hills is an award winning master planned community high on the hills of North San Diego County.

Built beginning around 2001 and with new homes still being built, San Elijo Hills is a popular community due to the hillside location and views (back country, hills, distant ocean), the town center, two schools, in-town shopping (there is a new Albertsons Grocery with Savon Pharmacy), and a wide network of hiking trails, open spaces and parks including a ball field in the town center. 

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Multiple builders created a series of villages, each with a different feel, style of home, size, price range and view. Many are within walking distance of the downtown area which lends itself to the walkability and appeal of the San Elijo Hills village center, a reminder of small towns gone by.   

A majestic fountain in the midst of a large grassy area with plentiful seating beckons you to sit and relax. And in the summer there are free outdoor movies for all to enjoy. New retail establishments (e.g., a yogurt place, Dexter's Deli for dogs and cats), a dry cleaners, and a small eatery/take-out (Peppertree) have joined the mix with more on the way. 

Don't forget to explore the fabulous views from the recently opened Double Peak Park.

Or go hiking in the Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve (slide show with great views) just a few miles away

Housing values for San Elijo homes for sale have shifted substantially in the last 4-5 years and now are more affordable than ever. Buyers in the San Marcos real estate market should always consult a knowledgeable agent to check on current market conditions, but here's the scoop as of late March 2010: 

The majority of the homes are detached single family, but there are townhomes clustered around the town center as well.  Currently there are 54 San Elijo Hills homes for sale , 33 are detached, ranging in price from $465K to about $1.2 million (1709 to 4302 SF) and 21 are attached with prices from $307,000 to $510,000 (1200 to 1804 SF and 2-3 bedrooms and 2-3 baths). 

There are also a few new construction homes not included here, including homes at Venzano and Market Walk (only 3 of the 12 townhomes remain); Terraza will be offering new homes soon as well. 

Residents pay both HOA and Mello Roos fees - buyer should evaluate these carefully as they can add substantially to the monthly costs. 

Buyers in the San Marcos real estate market looking for newer homes would do well to consider the San Elijo Hills master planned community. I am happy to provide more information if you have any questions or would like to tour any of these homes for sale.

Buyers - keep in mind the federal Homebuyer Tax Credits (expiring soon) and the NEW California Homebuyer tax credits - you might get up to $18,000 in tax credit for satte and federal taxes if you qualify.

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Photo Gallery Living and dining room combination with built-ins Family room with separate wetbar area and sliders to enclosed porch Library at the Club House Sitting area at the Club House Side view Club House offers pool and spa Front porch and entry Description Enjoy spring in this well-maintained 2 bedroom 2 bath (1 in master) home in the Community of Valle Verde near Lake San Marcos (San Marcos, California). The seller just installed a NEW ROOF on this 1440 SF home which offers a large enclosed 3-season porch (approximately 200 SF with access from the living room, master bedroom and the side rear of the home), a large living and dining room (with built-in storage), laundry room (washer and dryer included), full kitchen, family room and large wet bar. Both bedrooms offer plenty of storage plus you have two exterior sheds with lots of room for your toys and tools at the rear of the 2-car covered car-port. The central heating and AC units are 3 years old. This home is at the end of the street in the heart of the complex with no neighbors on one side, offering additional privacy and views of the creek area and greenery. There are wonderful plants and shrubs but the yard is low maintenance. The complex has a clubhouse with sitting room, large meeting room/function room, kitchen (can be rented for parties), library and a pool/spa. While there is a laundry room in the home the clubhouse also offers laundry facilities. Ownership is land lease ($420.50 per month) plus utilities, telephone and cable. Valle Verde is just a short distance from the main shopping and dining area of San Marcos, including the popular Restaurant Row. Golf is available at Lake San Marcos. Visit www.1286Discovery.com for more photos and details about this home and the community. Features Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2 Parking Spaces: 2 Year Built: 1971 Subdivision: Valle Verde Garage Size: Car port School District: San Marcos Unified Square Footage: 1440 Agent Name: JEFF DOWLER Broker: RE/MAX Moonlight Beach MLS #: 100015434 Location 1286 Discovery #88 San Marcos CA 92078 Powered by vFlyer.com vFlyer Id: 2549554

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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.

READ MORE: San Marcos - A Thriving Inland Residential Community 

San Elijo Hills - Award-Winning Master Planned Community in San Marcos 

Media reports speak in general terms, rather than local, so that information may not represent the reality of our local San Marcos real estate market. Having data from a knowledgeable agent about the local market conditions benefits you as the buyer or seller when making decisions about buying and selling. 

In February 2010 there were 68 homes sold in San Marcos' 2 zip codes (92069 and 92078). Here's the breakdown of overall activity. 

There were 177 homes on the market at the end of February with a Contingent status, i.e., homes with offers awaiting approval from the short sale and REO lenders, down 1 from last month. These homes are included in the overall Active stats since they are still considered active until the approvals are obtained.

At the end of February 2010 the San Marcos real estate market had 369 homes for sale (48% are contingent), 9% more than in January, another increase. This represents an inventory of 4.6 months for attached homes (up from 3.7 in January)) and 3.8 months for detached (up from 3.4 months at the end of January) based on the current rate of sales over the last 6 months. Days on market rose across across the board, on average by about 10 days. 

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

In February we saw 141 homes come on the market, a significant increase of 48% over the number in January. The number of homes going pending in February (107) rose by 55% over the rate in January. Thus the San Marcos real estate market remains very competitive for buyers, and homes continue to sell fairly briskly. The good news is that the number of homes available to buyers increased significantly.

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 February. 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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The Saint Petka Serbian Orthodox Church in San Marcos is a stunning piece of architecture.

I first saw it a few months ago when showing property in the area, and it was not an opportune time to snap any photos. But the location was quite striking, and it just sort of appeared out of nowhere as I was driving down the road. 

I happened by Saint Petka again yesterday on the way back from showings in the area and had to stop.

 Not only is the building itself dramatic, but the backdrop of the mountains provides an ethereal look.

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