From the monthly archives:

November 2006

New Homes for Sale in south Orange County, CA.

by Vincent Bindi on November 23, 2006

Home construction began in earnest in Orange County CA. in the late 1800′s, and has continued ever since at a torrid pace.  Today, there are only a few cities and communities that offer new home subdivisions for there is very little vacant land left to build on.  In south Orange County one can still find new home subdivision in cities of  San Clemente, Ladera Ranch, Irvine and Newport Coast.  Today, new home builders are offering generous incentives to prospective Buyers, plus if you work with us, a dedicated Buyers Broker, you can also obtain an additional commission rebate.  Click Here for more details about your Orange County New Home Rebate.

In San Clemente there is a new master planned community called Talega.  Talega consists of some condominiums and mostly single family homes.  The new homes under construction in Talega will range in price from  the mid $800K’s up to  $2.5 Million or more.  Talega comprises of 3,500 Acres and is located about 3 miles from the coast and 2 miles east of Highway 5, between the streets of Avenida Pico and Camino De Los Mares.  Being built in the hillside, many of the homes offer views of the Ocean, the new golf course, mountains and parks.  There is also a swim and Athletic Club. 

In south Mission Viejo there is a new master planned community called Ladera Ranch, which is mostly built out.  Ladera Ranch consists of a balanced mix of Condos and detached single family homes.  There are only a few subdivisions that are under construction and new Condos range in price from the mid $500K’s on up to the mid $800K’s.  Detached single family new homes range in price from $1.2 Million on up to $5 Million or more. Ladera Ranch consists of 8 unique Villages that are interconnected by trails and parks.  

The city of Irvine has an assortment of new communities under construction.  Irvine is also the home to a new wave of high rise condos which is unique to the area.  New condos for sale in Irvine range in price from the mid $350K’s on up to $2.5 Million for a high rise penthouse on the 18 floor.  New single family homes in Irvine CA range in price from the mid $850K’s on up to  $9 Million or more.  Irvine is home to the John Wayne Airport, hi-tech computer and bio-tech job centers and the University of California, Irvine (UCI)  .

Newport Coast is a newer community just south of Newport Beach and Corona Del Mar and as the name implies, is a coastal city that runs along Coast Hwy 1.  The homes in Newport Coast are of the finest quality and craftsmanship.  New detached single family homes and estates range in price from $2.2 Million on up to $13 Million or more.   Newport Coast consists of 9,400 Acres with 75% of the land dedicated to open space.  and golf courses.  This community is situated in the gradual sloping hillsides which offers many homes with Ocean views.

To view all new homes currently for sale in south Orange County, visit our website at:  Orange County New Homes.  If you like to no more about our New Home Rebate, please feel to call us at: 949-388-3396. 

California Colony Homes in Mission Viejo, CA.

by Vincent Bindi on November 10, 2006

California Colony is a popular single family detached home community for first time home buyers located in north Mission Viejo, CA.   California Colony is a patio home zero lot line subdivision consisting of 178 detached homes and were built by Kaufman and Broad in the mid to late 1980′s.  Home owners have Mission Viejo Lake privileges which is just a short walk away, and the monthly association dues at California Colony are only about $50 per month.  This community has a great north central location which allows residents to walk to schools, and offers a wide assortment of  shopping and restaurants close by.

The home at 28046 Kings Lynn Rd. was just listed for sale with range pricing from:  $498,000 to  $508,900 and is located on a corner lot.  This home could be purchased using conventional financing, FHA or VA financing.  Also, there is a little know loan program called a CalCHFA loan that offers zero down financing at 5.75% fixed interest rate over 30 years that could be used to purchase this home as well.  For mroe details, please visit:  www.28046KingsLynn.com  

There are 3 floor plans in California Colony.  The 1 story – 2 bedroom, 1 bath plan ranges in price from $485,000 to $515,000.  The larger 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath model ranges in price from $520,000 to $540,000.  The largest floor plan which is a 4 bedroom, 2.25 bath, ranges in price from $540,000 to $560,000.

Click the following link for more information about California Colony homes.  To view all homes for sale in Mission Viejo, please visit our website at:  Mission Viejo Homes and Condos.   If you would like more information about California Colony homes, please feel free to call us at:  949-388-3396, or email us at:  Info@SearchOCHomes.com

Niguel Shores Townhome – Monarch Beach, Dana Point, CA.

by Vincent Bindi on November 3, 2006


The beautiful gated community of Niguel Shores Townhomes in Monarch Beach are located just short stroll from Salt Creek Beach, and is located by the corner of Pacific Coast Highway and Niguel Rd.  Due to the their ocean close location, some of the townhomes here boast of expansive Panoramic Ocean Views.  Dana Point Harbor and the Monarch Beach Golf Course are close by, and the ever popular Salt Creek Beach is just a short walk away.

These elegant 2, 3 and 4 bedroom Townhomes were built by Avco Builders in the early 1970′s.  77 townhomes were developed offering 8 distinct floors plans listed as follows:

  • Plan A – 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 882 Square feet
  • Plan B – 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,050 Square feet
  • Plan C – 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,035 Square feet
  • Plan D – 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,100 Square feet
  • Plan E – 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,182 Square feet
  • Plan F – 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1,465 Square feet
  • Plan G – 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1,629 Square feet
  • Plan H – 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1,629 Square feet

Each floor plan included a Fireplace, and a 2 Car Garage.  Since the townhomes were developed at Single Family Attached residential, and due to their date of construction, many of the townhomes boast of major remodels and room additions, giving the community additional variety.

The townhomes are part of the prestigious Niguel Shores community of Monarch Beach in Dana Point, CA.  The association dues are only approximately $260 per month and include many community facilities such as; swimming pool, spa, 4 tennis courts, clubhouse, gate guard and a beach front park.

Niguel Shores Townhomes are serviced by the award winning Capistrano Unified School District.  The grade school classes are conducted at RH Dana Elementary, and the intermediate school is Marco Middle School.  The upper classes are held at Dana Hills High School.

Due to the communities close proximity to the ocean and Dana point Harbor, the street names at Niguel Shores Townhomes have a nautical flair as follows:  Binnacle Dr., Capstan Dr., Crossjack Dr., Faeroe Bay, Flying Jib, Garibaldi Ave., Gourami Bay, Halyard Dr., La Cresta Dr., Leeward Dr., and Manta Crt.

If you would like to more information regarding Townhomes for sale in Niguel Shores, please contact us at:  949-388-3396 or email us at:  Info@SearchOCHomes.com   If you would like to view all homes listed for sale in Dana Point, please visit our website at:  Dana Point Real Estate.