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30-Year Fixed Mortgage Rate Hits New All-Time Low

September 14, 2011 By admin Leave a Comment

Home Buying in Orange County CA – 30 Year Mortgage Rates

Home Mortgage interest rates for 30-year fixed mortgages fell once again this week, with a rate borrowers being quoted on websites such as Zillow Mortgage Marketplace at 3.91 percent, down from 3.92 percent this same time in the previous week. This interest rate represents the lowest rate recorded since the launch of Zillow’s Mortgage Marketplace in 2008. The previous low was 3.92 percent, first recorded back on Aug. 10, 2011.

The 30-year fixed mortgage rate remained below 4 percent level for most of last week, fluctuating between 3.92 and 3.99, until climbing to 4.09 percent just yesterday. The intereest rate quickly returned back to 3.92 percent during the same day and then climbed one last time before dropping suddenely to the current rate this morning.

In addition, the 15-year fixed rate mortgage rate this morning was 3.12 percent and for 5/1 Adjustable Rate Mortgage’s (ARM’s), the rate was only 3.48 percent.

All signs are pointing to one of the countries best real estate buying opportunities in many years. If you are thinking of purchasing a home anywhere in Orange County California, there may not be a better time than now, with these interest rates at all time lows and home prices at 6 and 7 year lows.

Cities such as Ladera Ranch CA, Mission Viejo, San Juan Capistrano, Coto De Caza and many others have excellent home buying opportunities right now.

The choices of Short Sale Homes, Bank Owned Homes and Foreclosure opportunities are plentiful in these outstanding neighborhoods.

For more information about home buying opportunities in these areas call mark (949) 292-5511 or Deborah (949) 292-5509

Filed Under: Coto de Caza, Helpful Tips, Ladera Ranch, Market Conditions, Mission Viejo, Mortgages, Real Estate Blog

Ladera Ranch Home for Rent – 32 Sablewood Circle

September 10, 2011 By admin Leave a Comment

Condo for Rent – Ladera Ranch CA

JUST LISTED- – This gorgeous Ladera Ranch condo for rent is available for immediate occupancy. The home features 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, an extra large Master Bedroom with private loft/retreat area, 2 car attached garage, dark wood flooring, gourmet kitchen with granite counter tops, wonderful dining area featuring built-in custom cabinet, cozy 2-sided fireplace from the comfortable family room and warm living room. This home is Located within walking distance to schools, pools and parks.

This wonderful home is located in the unique planned community of Ladera Ranch CA. Stroll through tree lined walking trails, spend family time swimming in the many sparkling community pool areas, some featuring special kiddie pools for younger children and toddlers. Hang out at the community centers, BBQ in one of the Ladera Ranch BBQ areas, or even venture over to the Ladera Ranch watermark or skatepark.

Ladera Ranch CA features many of the highest rated and award winning schools within the Capistrano Unified School district. From pre-school, elementary schools, and middle schools, all the way up to 2 local high schools, as well as many excellent private schools. Many are located right within the Ladera Ranch CA community for easy access and a real community feeling.

For information about this home for lease or any other homes for rent in Ladera Ranch CA, call Deborah Tangeman at (949) 292-5509 or Mark Spitzberg at (949) 292-5511

Filed Under: Just Listed, Ladera Ranch, Newly Listed Homes, Real Estate Blog

77 Bell Pasture – Covenant Hills Custom Ladera Ranch, CA

August 27, 2011 By admin Leave a Comment

Custom Estate Home – Covenant Hills – Ladera Ranch

This One of a kind Tuscany Villa Estate is located within the exclusive guard gated community of Covenant Hills in Ladera Ranch CA. Built by the exceptional custom home builder, Terra Bella Custom Homes, this house is one of the most stunning properties on the market today. The masterful workmanship seamlessly combines the old and the new to absolute perfection. Every detail are unsurpassed in this magnificent custom home. With its authentic Old World details, and the visual splendor of a true tuscan Villa.

Perched above the Village of Covenant Hills Ladera Ranch, with sweeping panoramic views from the ocean to the mountains, this property combines modern amenities with elegant architecture. Every surface reflects the artists hand, from hand forged & antique lighting, heavy wood beams, and skip trawled walls. The floors continue the design integrity with burnished terracotta and distressed hand scraped hardwood. The Vantage Home Automation System has been integrated into the home – giving you intelligent control over lighting, comfort, entertainment and security systems with one-button simplicity.

For more information about this property, or to schedule a private showing of this exceptional custom home, Please call Deborah Tangeman at (949) 292-5509 or Mark Spitzberg at (949) 292-5511

Filed Under: Just Listed, Ladera Ranch, Newly Listed Homes, Real Estate Blog, View Homes

81 Bell Pasture – Covenant Hills Custom Home

August 27, 2011 By admin Leave a Comment

Located in the exclusive guard gated community of Covenant Hills within Ladera Ranch California, this Sophisticated Custom Estate unveils a soft contemporary interior design while capturing a true Classic Spanish exterior. Arriving in the front courtyard of the home, the architectural details are unsurpassed for a Traditional Spanish home. Open the front door and you know you have arrived! A three-tiered chandelier hangs from the second story ceiling, stainless steel and wood accent the stairway. Limestone flooring and arched walkways, along with recessing lighting, all set the stage for this one of a kind home.

This open feeling floor plan gives an exceptional flow to the house. Formal and casual areas are separate yet remain connected to main areas of this outstanding custom home.

The high tech features of this gorgeous estate features a Lutron home automation system, helping set the mood, with the touch of a button. Outdoor entertaining is one of the homes crowning accolades, the poolside, oversized private trellis, offers lounging and dining, with outdoor entertainment area unlike any other in Ladera Ranch.The backyard also features a fireplace for chilly evenings to enjoy sunset views and city lights below.

The moment you step into the backyard and see just a glimpse of these incredible unobstructed 180 degree panoramic views, you will be enveloped in the exceptional estate that is 81 Bell Pasture, Ladera Ranch, CA

For more information about this property, or to schedule a private showing of this exceptional custom home, Please call Deborah Tangeman at (949) 292-5509 or Mark Spitzberg at (949) 292-5511

Filed Under: Featured Properties, Just Listed, Just Sold Properties, Ladera Ranch, View Homes

New California Law will require Ladera Ranch Home Owners to install Carbon Monoxide Detectors

June 7, 2011 By Jim Starkey Leave a Comment

New California Law will require Ladera Ranch Home Owners to install Carbon Monoxide Detectors

A new California law that requires California homeowners and California rental owners to install carbon monoxide detectors will go into effect January 1, 2011 for single family dwellings and January 1, 2012 for multi-unit residences. There are many articles suggesting this law comes into effect in July of 2011. Anyone interested in viewing the entire bill click on SB 183 . The bill will change the language in the transfer disclosure statement required in transactions including the sales of real property. Under the existing law a seller of a single family dwelling must disclose to a buyer that he/she has installed an operable smoke detector in the home as required by law. This bill revises the statutory transfer disclosure statement as follows:

Requires the seller to check off whether or not the property has one or more carbon monoxide devices in the property. (i.e. gas burning stoves, ovens, and water heaters)
Adds a footnote to the statement advising buyers that installation of carbon monoxide device is not a precondition of the sale.
Requires the sellers to certify, as opposed to checking off as under current law, that the property is in compliance with laws requiring smoke detectors and the bracing of water heaters.

This bill is intended to reduce the avoidable deaths of Californian’s due to carbon monoxide poison. Home owners considering selling their homes should consider becoming compliant with this regulation sooner rather than later. The new devises range from $17-$40 dollars and could save your life. To find a current list of carbon monoxide alarms simply click here.

For more home safety tips or to sell or buy a home in Orange County California call your Priority Real Estate Agent today at 949-900-3800.

Filed Under: City News, Helpful Tips, Home Improvement, Home Safety, Real Estate Blog

Ladera Ranch February Real Estate Sales Statistics

May 16, 2011 By Jim Starkey Leave a Comment

Ladera Ranch real estate sales heated up in February with 40 single family homes, condos and town homes sold compared to just 22 homes sold in January. The average time it took to sell your Ladera Ranch home, condo or town home in February was 123 days. The average Ladera Ranch home, condo, or town home sold for $539,307 in February. Ladera Ranch homes, condos, and town homes sold for an average price per square foot of $231.76. Ladera Ranch homes sold for 93% of there listing price in February.

18 condos and townhomes sold in Ladera Ranch in February which doubled from a month ago. The average Ladera Ranch condo or townhome sold for $357,794. The highest condo or townhome sold for $450,000 and was a 3 bedroom 4 bath 2246 square foot Covenant Hills condo in the Castellina tract. 21 Ladera Ranch single family homes | SFR sold in February with an average sale price of $701,595. The highest Ladera Ranch Sale was a 5 bedroom, 5 bath, 4800 square foot Covenant Hills view and pool home in the Alisal tract. 5 homes sold in the Guard Gated Village of Covenant Hills with an average sale price of $947,000.

Of the 40 homes, condos and townhomes sold in Ladera Ranch in December, 21 were single family | SFR homes, 19 were condos | townhomes, 8 were bank owned | REO homes, 19 were short sales, and 12 were standard sales. The most affordable home sold in Ladera Ranch was a 2 bedroom 3 bath Sutter Mills condo and sold for $268,000.

For a current list of Ladera Ranch homes, condos and town homes for sale click one of the links below. To schedule your own private viewing of any home, executive home, condo, or townhome for sale in Ladera Ranch contact a Priority Real Estate Ladera Ranch specialist today at (949) 900-3800.

Ladera Ranch Real Estate For Sale- CLICK HERE Ladera Ranch Single Family Homes For Sale- CLICK HERE

Ladera Ranch Condos and Townhomes For Sale- CLICK HERE

Ladera Ranch View Homes For Sale- CLICK HERE

Ladera Ranch Pool Homes For Sale- CLICK HERE

Ladera Ranch Bank Owned/REO’s- CLICK HERE

Ladera Ranch Short Sales- CLICK HERE

Ladera Ranch Custom Homes For Sale- CLICK HERE

Ladera Ranch Leases- CLICK HERE

Covenant Hills Homes- CLICK HERE

Filed Under: Bank Owned, City News, Ladera Ranch, Market Conditions, Real Estate Blog, REO Properties, Short Sales

Ladera Ranch January Real Estate Sales Statistics

February 17, 2011 By Jim Starkey Leave a Comment

Ladera Ranch real estate sales slowed slightly in January with 22 single family homes, condos and town homes sold compared to 30 sold in December. The average time it took to sell your Ladera Ranch home, condo or town home in January was 153 days. The average Ladera Ranch home, condo, or town home sold for $636,372 in January up 14% from December. Ladera Ranch homes, condos, and town homes sold for an average price per square foot of $240.14. Ladera Ranch homes sold for 96% of there listing price in January which is up 1% from the previous month.

9 condos and townhomes sold in Ladera Ranch in January. The average Ladera Ranch condo or townhome sold for $339,988. The highest condo or townhome sold for $425,000 and was a 3 bedroom 3 bath 2100 square foot condo in the Branches Tract. 13 Ladera Ranch single family homes | SFR sold in January with an average sale price of $841,561. The highest Ladera Ranch Sale was a 5 bedroom, 6 bath, 6000 square foot Covenant Hills view home in the coveted Skye Isle tact.

Of the 22 homes, condos and townhomes sold in Ladera Ranch in January, 3 were bank owned REO homes, 12 were short sales, and 7 were standard sales. The most affordable condo or townhome sold in Ladera Ranch was a 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1250 square foot condo in the Larmacs tract.

For a current list of Ladera Ranch homes, condos and town homes for sale click one of the links below. To schedule your own private viewing of any home, condo, or townhome for sale in Ladera Ranch contact a Priority Real Estate Ladera Ranch specialist today at (949) 900-3800.

Ladera Ranch Real Estate For Sale- CLICK HERE

Ladera Ranch Single Family Homes For Sale- CLICK HERE

Ladera Ranch Condos and Townhomes For Sale- CLICK HERE

Ladera Ranch View Homes For Sale- CLICK HERE

Ladera Ranch Pool Homes For Sale- CLICK HERE

Ladera Ranch Bank Owned/REO’s- CLICK HERE

Ladera Ranch Short Sales- CLICK HERE

Ladera Ranch Custom Homes For Sale- CLICK HERE

Ladera Ranch Leases- CLICK HERE

Covenant Hills Homes- CLICK HERE

Filed Under: City News, Ladera Ranch, Market Conditions, Real Estate Blog

January Rancho Santa Margarita | RSM Real Estate Sales

February 16, 2011 By Jim Starkey Leave a Comment

January Rancho Santa Margarita | RSM Real Estate Sales

Rancho Santa Margarita Real Estate sales held steady in the first month of 2011 with 60 homes, condos, town homes, and single family homes sold. The average time it took to sell your Rancho Santa Margarita | RSM home, town home or condo in January was 108 days down from 111 days in December. The average Rancho Santa Margarita | RSM condo or town home sold for $396,032 in January. The average Rancho Santa Margarita | RSM single family/SFR home sold for $509,469. Rancho Santa Margarita | RSM homes, condos, and town homes sold for an average price per square foot of $246.35 which is up over 3% from a December. Rancho Santa Margarita | RSM homes sold for an average of 94% of the original listing price in January which is up 1% from last month.

Of the 60 Rancho Santa Margarita | RSM homes, condos and townhomes sold in January 15 were bank owned/REO homes, 24 were short-sales, and 219 were standard sales. There were 33 Rancho Santa Margarita | RSM condos and townhomes sold in January and 27 single family homes/SFR sold. The highest RSM home sold in January was a 5 bedroom, 5 bath, 4100 square foot Las Flores home and sold for $760,000. The most affordable Rancho Santa Margarita condo or townhome sold in January was a 2 bedroom 1 bath condo in the condominium tract of Las Flores and sold for 176,000.

For a current list of Rancho Santa Margarita homes, condos and townhomes for sale click one of the links below. To schedule your own private viewing of any home, condo, or townhome for sale in Rancho Santa Margarita contact a Priority Real Estate Rancho Santa Margarita specialist today at (949) 900-3800.

Rancho Santa Margarita | RSM Condos and Townhomes- CLICK HERE

Rancho Santa Margarita | RSM Golf Course View Homes- CLICK HERE

Rancho Santa Margarita | RSM Pool Homes- CLICK HERE

Rancho Santa Margarita | RSM Bank Owned/REO’s- CLICK HERE

Rancho Santa Margarita | RSM Short Sales- CLICK HERE

Rancho Santa Margarita | RSM Under 500K- CLICK HERE

Rancho Santa Margarita | RSM Over 500K- CLICK HERE

Filed Under: City News, Just Sold Properties, Market Conditions, Rancho Santa Margarita, Real Estate Blog, Short Sales

10 Starlight Isle, Ladera Ranch CA

February 7, 2011 By admin Leave a Comment

Gorgeous Sky Isle Plan 3 Home in the exclusive guard gated community of Convenant Hills, Ladera Ranch. This executive home features nearly 6000 Sq/Ft of luxury living space, 6 Bedrooms, 5.5 Baths plus private office, huge 4 car garage on a lot over 11,250 sq/ft on a beautiful cul-de-sac, with oversized driveway and unique motor court entry and parking area, backyard with warm outdoor fireplace, custom built-in BBQ, and extra large side yards. The interior offers custom dark wood upgraded cabinets throughout, distressed wood floors, custom draperies, Gourmet kitchen with grantie counters, stainless appliances, huge butlers pantry, and extra large eating area in the kithcen. This family room /kitchen area must to be seen to be believed. Master Bedroom is a true Suite with Fireplace, custom built-in, his/her walk-in closets, separate retreat or workout area, huge bath with classic claw foot soaking tub and so much more.

For a privtae showing of this fine Ladera Ranch home or more information via EMAIL – CLICK HERE

Listing Price: $1,489,900
Address: 10 Starlight Isle
City: Ladera Ranch
State: CA
ZIP: 92694
MLS # (if any): S645447
Square Feet: 5700
Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 6

Filed Under: Just Listed, Ladera Ranch, Real Estate Blog

Rancho Santa Margarita Real Estate

January 28, 2011 By Jim Starkey Leave a Comment

Rancho Santa Margarita Real Estate

Rancho Santa Margarita is a master planned community that began building in 1986. In 1999 the voters in Rancho Santa Margarita decided to incorporate the city. The city of Rancho Santa Margarita became incorporated January 1, 2000 and became the 33^rd city in Orange County. The city of Rancho Santa Margarita incorporates the neighboring communities of Dove Canyon, Robinson Ranch, Rancho Cielo, Walden, and Trabuco Highlands.

Rancho Santa Margarita features many parks and pools for residences to enjoy. One of the many features that attract residence to Rancho Santa Margarita is the Lake and Lagoon. The lake offers residences the opportunity to fish, paddle the lake on a boat; you may also enjoy a front row seat for the 4^th of July fireworks over the lake. Enjoy walking and jogging around the 1.1 mile track and utilize the circuit course surrounding the lake. Rancho Santa Margarita has two Olympic size pools, public tennis courts, and is adjacent to the Cleveland National Forrest which offers trails for mountain biking, hiking, and horseback riding.

There are a total of 16,308 condos, townhomes, and single family homes located in Rancho Santa Margarita. Of the 16,308 homes 3,918 are condos or townhomes, 575 are 2-4 bedroom homes, and 3,102 homes have 6 bedrooms or more. Dove Canyon has 1311 single family homes, Robinson Ranch has 1575 single family homes, Rancho Cielo has 328 single family homes, Walden has 113 Single Family homes, and Rancho Santa Margarita has 9,044 single family homes.

2 Golf courses are located in Rancho Santa Margarita; residences can enjoy public golf on one of orange counties premier public golf courses Tijeras Creek. Tijeras Creek golf course is a challenge to any handicap offer two completely different nines. Residences can also join the Jack Nicklaus signature golf course of Dove Canyon Country Club located in Rancho Santa Margarita’s guard gated community of Dove Canyon.

If you are looking for condos and townhomes for sale, single family homes for sale, real estate for sale, gated real estate for sale, guard gated real estate for sale, golf course homes for sale or homes and condos for lease then Rancho Santa Margarita may be the city to find your next home.

Rancho Santa Margarita | RSM | Homes for Sale- CLICK HERE

Rancho Santa Margarita | RSM | Condos and Townhomes for Sale- CLICK HERE

Rancho Santa Margarita | RSM | Single Family Homes for Sale- CLICK HERE

Rancho Santa Margarita | RSM | Pool Homes for Sale- CLICK HERE

Rancho Santa Margarita | RSM | Golf Course View Homes for Sale- CLICK HERE

Rancho Santa Margarita | RSM | Lake View Condos and Townhomes for Sale- CLICK HERE

Dove Canyon Homes for Sale - CLICK HERE

Dove Canyon Pool Homes for Sale- CLICK HERE

Dove Canyon Golf Course View Homes for Sale- CLICK HERE

Dove Canyon View Homes for Sale- CLICK HERE

Rancho Cielo Homes for Sale- CLICK HERE

Rancho Cielo Pool Homes for Sale- CLICK HERE

Rancho Cielo View Homes for Sale- CLICK HERE

Robinson Ranch Homes for Sale- CLICK HERE

Robinson Ranch Pool Homes for Sale- CLICK HERE

Robinson Ranch View Homes for Sale- CLICK HERE

Filed Under: City News, Golf Course View Homes, Rancho Santa Margarita, Real Estate Blog, View Homes

Coto de Caza Real Estate and Home Sales in December

January 11, 2011 By Jim Starkey Leave a Comment

Coto de Caza Real Estate and Home Sales in December

Coto de Caza home sales picked up significantly in December with 17 homes, condos, town homes, single family homes, or executive homes sold. The average time it took to sell your home, town home or condo in Coto de Caza in December was 111 days. The average Coto de Caza home, condo, or town home sold for $908,117 in December. Cot de Caza homes, condos, and town homes sold for an average price per square foot of $259.98. Coto de Caza homes sold for 89% of there listing price in December which is down a bit primarily in order for sellers to realize their tax benefits prior to the end of the year.

Of the 17 homes, condos and townhomes sold in Coto de Caza in December 1 was a bank owned REO home, 4 were short-sale homes, and 11 were standard equity sellers. There were 2 condos and townhomes sold is Coto de Caza in December and 15 single family homes sold. The highest sale in December in Coto de Caza was a 6106 SqFt 5 bedroom 7 bath single family pool and view home located in the custom Coto de Caza community of “The Forrest”. The most affordable home sold in Coto de Caza was a 1489 SqFt 2 bedroom 2 bathroom golf course view condo located in the Coto de Caza condominium tract of “Fairway Oaks”.

Coto de Caza is a private guard gated community located in South Orange County less then 45 minutes south of the Orange County Santa Ana airport know as “John Wayne Airport”. Coto de Caza is a 4900 acre master planned community featuring 21 community parks, 475 acres of wilderness, 40 miles of hiking, biking, and equestrian trails. Communities neighboring Coto de Caza are Rancho Santa Margarita, Dove Canyon, Rancho Cielo, Wagon Wheel, Robinsons Ranch, and Las Flores.

Coto de Caza real estate offers homes ranging from 9000 plus square foot executive homes selling in upwards of 20 million dollars to condominiums in the $300,000’s. Coto de Caza real estate is diverse. Anyone looking for real estate in Orange County should consider buying real estate in Coto de Caza. You can find in Coto de Caza a wide variety of condominium tracts, internal guard gated communities, as well as custom estate homes. Coto de Caza real estate includes condos and townhomes, single family homes, custom homes, estate homes, view homes, equestrian homes, and golf course homes.

The exclusive guard gated community of Coto de Caza offers 2 Robert Trent Jones designed championship golf courses. The Coto de Caza Country Club’s North Course opened in 1987 and is a 7162 yard par 72 course. Coto de Caza’s South Course completed in the 90’s is a slightly shorter 6950 yard par 72 course.

Click on a link below to brows the wide variety of real estate available in Coto de Caza. To schedule your own private viewing of any home, estate home, condo, or townhome for sale in Coto de Caza contact a Priority Real Estate Coto de Caza specialist today at 949-900-3800.

Coto de Caza Real Estate- CLICK HERE

Coto de Caza Single Family Homes- CLICK HERE

Coto de Caza Condos and Townhomes For Sale- CLICK HERE

Coto de Caza View Homes- CLICK HERE

Coto de Caza Pool Homes- CLICK HERE

Coto de Caza Golf Course View Homes- CLICK HERE

Los Ranchos Estates- CLICK HERE

Coto de Caza Homes under a Million- CLICK HERE

Coto de Caza Homes from 1 Million – 5 Million- CLICK HERE

Coto de Caza Homes over 5 Million- CLICK HERE

Coto de Caza Rentals- CLICK HERE

Filed Under: City News, Coto de Caza, Golf Course View Homes, Market Conditions, Real Estate Blog, View Homes

4 Anna Lane – Ladera Ranch, CA

January 7, 2011 By admin Leave a Comment

Gorgeous Arboledo estate home in the community of Ladera Ranch, CA. This home is situated on a huge 11,000 + Sq.Ft. lot with sweeping panoramic sunset and city light views. This gorgeous home is located within the guard-gated community of Covenant Hills on a private cul-de-sac. Close to schools, shopping, restaurants and parks. The home features 4 bedrooms (each with their own bath) 4.5 bathrooms and Private Main floor bedroom suite. The home also features Travertine floors, custom kitchen cabinets, built-in media niche, gourmet kitchen with Thermador stainless steel appliances; 48′ built-in refrigerator, 2 ovens, dual dishwashers, 6 burner stove w/griddle, microwave, warming drawer, oversized island featuring granite counters, large walk-in pantry and spacious porte cochere driveway. Enjoy the amazing sun sets while cooking dinner outside on your own built-in BBQ, as you sit under the covered veranda and relax by the fireplace.

For a privtae showing of this fine Ladera Ranch home or more information via EMAIL – CLICK HERE

Listing Price: $1,249,000
Address: 4 Anna Lane
City: Ladera Ranch
State: CA
ZIP: 92694
MLS # (if any): S643317
Square Feet: 3900
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4.5

Filed Under: Just Sold Properties, Ladera Ranch, Real Estate Blog, View Homes

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