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Gated Homes in Aliso Viejo, CA.

by Vincent Bindi on September 1, 2007

Even though Aliso Viejo is one of the safest cities in America, Home and Condo subdivisions which are gated provide an additional sense of security plus add a bit of prestige to the tract.  There are two basic types of gated subdivisions, which are automated gated entrances with a security code, and gate guarded subdivisions.  

Below is a tabulation of all of the detached single family home tracts and the attached Condo tracts that incorporate a gated entrance:

Tract NameType of HomeBuilder
CanterburyDetached HomesHearthside Homes
Eagle PointeDetached HomesBrock Homes
Flores Los AlisosDetached HomesKathryn Thompson
KensingtonDetached HomesRichmond American
MilanoCondosHearthside Homes
MontelenaCondosLDM Development
Oakview – WestridgeDetached HomesShea Homes
Provence D’AlisoCondosWilliam Lyon
The PointeDetached HomesParagon Homes
San SimeonDetached HomesWestern Pacific Housing
Silver Oaks – WestridgeDetached HomesShea Homes
TalaveraDetached HomesHearthside Homes
VictoriaDetached HomesDel Webb
Vista De OroDetached HomesKathryn Thompson
WindflowerCondosWilliam Lyon
WindsongCondosPacific Gateway

These fine subdivisions are located in all prices ranges throughout Aliso Viejo, CA., offering numerous floor plan and housing options. Aliso Viejo real estate is known for the newer stock of homes situated in the rolling hills, clean air, very low crime rate, excellent public schools and close proximity to the south Orange County beaches.

To view all gated homes or condos for sale, please visit our OC Just Listed home finder service and add a note that you are looking for just gated home or condo subdivisions in Aliso Viejo.  Or feel free to call us anytime at:  949-388-3396

Aliso Viejo Real Estate Prices – July 2007′

by Vincent Bindi on July 10, 2007

As I’m sure you have heard by now, the real estate market here in south Orange County has slowed down considerably in the past 16 months.  The volume of home sales has decreased substantially from 2 years ago, and the inventory is up.  This has resulted in a drop of home prices of around 10% since the peak in pricing in May of 2006′, with prices  holding steady in the past 2 months.

For the city of Aliso Viejo, CA. there are currently 176 detached homes listed for sale.  These homes range in price from $527,000 for a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath detached home on Andaluz in the San Simeon tract.  The highest priced home active for sale is $1,699,900 for a 5 bedroom, 5.5 bath, 4,100 square foot estate on Glittering Sky in the Canyon View Estates community, boasting of panoramic views.  The median price of these homes for sale is $699,900 and the average price is $807,167.  The average price per square foot is $394/sf and the average days on market is 66 days.

For detached SFR homes under contract, there are currently 37 homes pending in escrow.  These homes range in price from $499,999 for a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath home on Woodcrest Ln in the Vista Terraza tract, on up to $1,649,990 for a 5 bedroom, 4 bath, 3,605 square foot estate on Roundtree Ct in the Silver Oaks tract with a panoramic view and swimming pool.  The median priced home currently in escrow is $669,500 and is typically a 3 or 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with around 1,700 square feet of living area.

In the past 90 days, there have been 60 homes that have sold and closed escrow in Aliso Viejo.  These homes range in price from a low of $513,000 for a 2 bedroom, plus loft, 2.5 bath home on Woodcrest in the Vista Plaza tract, up to $1,660,000 for a 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath, 3,950 square foot estate on Remington in the Silver Oaks subdivision.  The median price home is $669,900 and the average sold price in the past 3 months was $765,860.   The average price per square foot was $386 and the average days on market was 53 days.
For comparison purposes, during this same three month period one year ago (2006′), there were 97 detached homes that sold and closed escrow in Aliso Viejo.  The median price was $710,000 and the average price sold back then was $751,455.   The average price per square foot was $406.  The median and average price per square foot has dropped about 5% year to date in Aliso Viejo. 

To view all homes currently listed for sale in Aliso Viejo, please visit our website at:  Aliso Viejo Real Estate.  If you have any questions, or if would like to see the inside of any home listed for sale in Aliso Viejo, please feel free to contact us at:  949-388-3396 or send us an email at:  Info@SearchOCHomes.com

Applause Condos – Aliso Viejo, CA.

by Vincent Bindi on April 17, 2007

Let’s hear a round of applause for the Applause townhomes in Aliso Viejo… (pardon the cheesy pun).  The Applause tract is located by the intersection of Aliso Creek Rd. and Pacific Park Dr. and just a block away from the Aliso Viejo Town Center, an enormous dining, shopping and entertainment complex. With access to the community pool and spa, and just minutes from the toll road and beaches, Applause is a great place to call home.  These beautiful Townhomes were built by Epac Builders in the early 1990’s, and are kept in remarkable shape. Built with a variety of styles and models, the spacious Applause condominiums are sure to have something to fit everyones’ needs. The 3 different floor plans are as follows:

  • Plan A – Chorus Line – 2 bedrooms 2.5 baths, 1,327 sqft.
  • Plan B – Swan Lake – 3 bedrooms 2.5 baths, 1,636 sqft.
  • Plan C – Elton John- 2 bedrooms 2 baths, 1,563 sqft.

Each home includes a fireplace, 2 Car garage and balcony. The homeowners association dues are approximately $270 per month and includes association swimming pool, trash service, exterior maintenance and landscape maintenance.

There are currently 5 townhomes for sale in Applause, ranging in price fro $519,900 for the 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,563 square foot floor plan, up to $585,500 for the largest 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1,636 square foot plan.  In the past 90 days, there have been 3 Condos that have sold in Applause ranging in price from $450,000 for a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1,327 square foot model, up to $505,000 for the 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,563 square foot plan.  Our featured model for sale, is at 3 Theatre Lane, which is a spacious and very private 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2 car garage model with 1,636 square feet of living area, for an asking price of $578,000.  This is my listing and due to personal reasons, the seller is very motivated to sell.

The design of the community was inspired by the musical industry and the streets were named accordingly as follows: Applause Ave., Bravo Ln., Encore Ln., Front Row, Matinee Court, Music Ln., Opera Ln., Orchestra Ln., Ovation Ln., Overture Ln., and Theater Ln.

Applause townhomes are located within the award winning Capistrano Unified School District. The grade schools classes are conducted at Foxborough Elementary School, the intermediate school is Don Juan Avila Middle School, and upper grades are conducted at Aliso Niguel High School. 

To view all Condominiums for sale in Aliso Viejo, please visit our website at:  Aliso Viejo Condos.  If you would like to see the inside of any of these homes for sale, please feel free to contact us at:  949-388-3396 or by email at:  Info@SearchOCHomes.com

Canyon Point Condominiums, Aliso Viejo, CA.

by Vincent Bindi on March 7, 2007

Canyon Point Condos in Aliso Viejo combines resort style luxury with a great location at affordable prices. Canyon Point is located by the intersection of Pacific Park and Wood Canyon Drive. This fine community is close to world-class shopping pristine state parks and great educational institutions. Aliso Viejo is an ideal environment to raise a family in for it offers excellent public school system and has some of the lowest crime rates in America.

 Canyon Point condos consists of  5 distinct 1 and 2 bedroom floor plans as follows:

  • The Point – 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 845 SqFt.
  • The Vista -  1 bedroom, 1 bath, 845 SqFt.
  • The Estrella – 1 bedroom plus Den, 1 bath, 1,059 SqFt.
  • The Cielo – 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,158 SqFt.
  • The Canyon – 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,235 SqFt.

As of the date of this article, the 1 bedroom floor plans are selling in the range of $315,000 to $380,000 and the 2 bedroom models are selling in the range of $415,000 to $470,000.

Canyon Point condominiums were built in 1998 and were leased at that time.  The units were recently renovated for sale, and include the following upgrades: premium carpeting, nine-foot ceilings and crown molding. The kitchen boasts of granite countertops, custom wood cabinetry and high quality stainless steel appliances including stove, microwave and dishwasher. Each residence also includes private patio on the first floor, or a balcony for the top floor units. Many condominiums have a gas fireplace with carved wood mantel, built-in bookshelves and travertine tile floors, and some units come with a 1 car detached garage.

The Canyon Point community incorporates a resort style heated swimming pool, soothing spa and club house with fitness center. The association dues are in the low end at $142 per month at the time of this article, and there is Mello-Roos in Canyon Point as is the case with most developments in Aliso Viejo.  

Canyon Point is serviced by the respected Capistrano Unified Public School district. The upper grade classes are conducted at the award winning Aliso Niguel High School and the distinguished Soka University is just up the street. Close by to Canyon Point is the popular Aliso Viejo Town Center which offers a multitude of shopping and dining experiences plus a 20 Theater Ciniplex.

For a list of Condos currently for sale in Canyon Point, or if you would to view the inside of any these condominiums for sale, please contact us at: 949-388-3396 or email us at: Info@SearchOCHomes.com , or click here to view all Condos for sale in Aliso Viejo.

Canyon Villas Condos, Aliso Viejo

by Vincent Bindi on February 12, 2007

Canyon Villas is a new Condominium community in Aliso Viejo, CA. developed by the Ares Regis Group based in Irvine, CA.  This fine community consists of 344 - 1 and 2 bedroom condominiums. Each unit includes a 1 car garage, nine foot high and vaulted ceilings, interior laundry area, wood burning fireplaces, spacious walk-in closets, and most floor plans have a large private balcony or patio.  Listed below are the 6 distinct Canyon Villas floor plans: 

  • Plan A  1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 543 SqFt
  • Plan B  1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 759 SqFt
  • Plan C  2 Bedroom2, 2 Bath2, 947 SqFt
  • Plan D  2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 1.100 SqFt
  • Plan D2  2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 1.127 SqFt
  • Plan E  2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 1.089 SqFt

Canyon Villas were originally built in 1992 as condominiums, but were leased out instead of being sold, back in the early 1990′s.  The builder recently renovated the community and placed these Condominium units on the market for sale.  Some of the renovations include; new paint, new carpets, new cabinets, new granite counter tops, new appliances including Microwave, Washer and Dryer. 

The association includes a sparkling pool, spa and landscape and interior maintenance along with basic property insurance.  The association dues are $220 per month (at the time of the writing) and the Mello-Roos is average for the area.

Canyon Villas is conveniently located close to the intersections of Pacific Park and Aliso Creek in the heart of Aliso Viejo, California.  Aliso Viejo has a population of approximately 45,000 people and development began in this city in the late 1980′s and early 1990′s.  Aliso Viejo incorporates the 3,400 Acre Wood Canyon Regional Park with hiking and biking trails, Aliso viejo Town Center with 20 theater Ciniplex, restaurants, shopping and more.  Also close by is a challenging 27 hole golf course, Soka University, award winning public schools, picturesque beaches and much more.

To view the inside of the Condos at Canyon Villas, please contact us at:  949-388-3396 or email us at:  Info@SearchOCHomes.com   To view all Condominiums and Townhomes listed for sale in Aliso Viejo, visit:  Aliso Viejo Condos for Sale

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Foreclosure, REO and Short Sale Homes In Aliso Viejo, CA.

by Vincent Bindi on December 21, 2006

Now is a good time to be looking for a bargain home to buy in Aliso Viejo, CA.  Interest rates at historic lows… current real estates prices have dropped about 8% from a year ago… and this is the slowest season of the year to try to sell a home.  A home shopper can find good bargain if one knows where and how to look.  One of the better opportunities for finding a great value for a home is searching for Foreclosures, Bank owned REO’s or Short Sales.   

A Short Sale is a home listed for sale by the current home owner, but the home is now priced at a point where the homeowner no longer has any equity.  The eventual sales price is then basically negotiated with the Bank, for the homeowner will not receive a dime when it sells, but is simpling selling it to avoid Foreclosure.  An astute Buyer can sometimes pick up a bargain this way if one knows how to negotiate with the Bank.

A Foreclosure is a home for sale by the current homeowner in which the Bank or Savings and Loan has filed Foreclosure Proceedings against the homeowner.  The homeowner only has a total of 3 months plus 3 weeks in order to get the home sold, or else the home gets repossessed by the Bank.  Homeowners in this situation are obviously very motivated to sell, and some of these homes are Short Sales as well. 

A Bank REO (Real Estate Owned) is a home that is listed for sale by the Bank and is owned by the Bank as a result of a Foreclosure Proceeding described above.  Again, this a very good buying opportunity for the Bank is very motivated to sell.  Banks do not want to own homes, they want to loan money, and the Bank is at risk of vandalism due to the vacant home, plus they are losing money each month that the home sits vacant and unsold.

Unless you have experience in purchasing homes under financial distress, it is a good idea to work with a licensed real estate agent who has experience in such acquisitions.  If you would like more information or assistance in purchasing Foreclosures, Bank REO’s or Short Sale properties in Aliso Viejo or elsewhere in Orange County, please fell free to contact us at:  949-388-3396.  If you would like to freely view all homes for sale in south Orange County visit our new web-page at:  Quick View of all Orange County CA Homes for Sale  If you would like to be added to our Bargain Home Finder Service, please visit:  www.OCBargainHomes.com

Aliso Viejo CA. Condo Prices – 3rd Quarter 2006′

by Vincent Bindi on October 17, 2006

The real estate market in Aliso Viejo, CA. and elsewhere in southern California has slowed down substantially as compared to 2005′.  This article will examine current Condo prices and we will release similar statistics for detached homes in Aliso Viejo in the near future. 

Currently there are 220 attached condominiums and townhomes for sale in Aliso Viejo.  These condos range in price from $309,000 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 636 square foot Condo in the Seagate Colony tract on Whippoorwill Lane, on up to $759,900 for a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1,904 square foot condominium with panoramic view in the California Renaissance tract on Donatello street.  The Median priced condo in Aliso Viejo is $484,000 for a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1,366 square foot unit.  The averaged price of these 220 condos is $497,436 and the average price per square foot is $397/SqFt.  The average days on market is 65 days.

Today, there are 47 condominiums and townhouses sold In Escrow in Aliso Viejo, CA.  These condos range in price from $299,000 asking price for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 636 square foot unit in the Seagate Colony tract on Sandpiper Lane.  Up to a maximum of $629,900 for a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1,569 square foot home with panoramic view in the La Mirage tract on La Mirage Circle.  The median price of these 47 units is $454,900.  

For the 3rd quarter of 2006′ (July, August and September) there were 129 condos sold.  The lowest 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 672 square foot condo located in the Heather Ridge subdivision on Cambria Lane. The highest priced condo is $635,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1,806 square foot in the Windwards tract locate on Conch Reef road.  The  median priced condo sold in the 3rd quarter was $480,000 and the average price was $490,961.  The average price per square foot was $356/SqFt and the average days on market was 48.  Compared to the 3rd quarter of last year (2005′), there were 212 condos sold at that time, and the median priced condo back then was $475,000 and the average of those 212 condos was $488,510.  The average days on market in the 3rd quarter of 2005′ was 33 days.

If you would like to view online all Aliso Viejo condos for sale, click here: Aliso Viejo Condos.   

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Heather Ridge Condos in Aliso Viejo, CA.

by Vincent Bindi on September 25, 2006

The community of Heather Ridge is centrally located in very desirable and newer city of Aliso Viejo.  This affordable condo development consists of 390 condominium units and is located at the corner of Pacific Park and Alicia Parkway.  It is close to numerous shopping, dining and entertainment opportunities and is also close to the popular Aliso Viejo Town Center ,  Aliso Viejo Library and many parks.

Heather Ridge was developed by the prolific builder the Mission Viejo Company.  Construction began in 1980 and the last units were completed in 1985.  This tract comprises of 4 unique floor plans listed as follows: 

  • Heath – Plan 1:  1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 672 Square Feet
  • Eirca – Plan 2:  2 Bedroom, 1.25 Bath, 996 Square Feet
  • Heather - Plan 3:  2 Bedroom, 1.25 Bath, 1,008 Square Feet
  • Calluna – Plan 4:  2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1,082 Square Feet

Each Heather Ridge floor plan comes with it’s own enclosed detached garage, interior laundry areas and some of the units have an enclosed yard and fireplaces.   Heather Ridge boast of a sparkling swimming pool, heated spa, Bar-B-Que area and 2 tennis courts.  Some of the units boast of beautiful city light views and many fine upgrades.  Another benefit is that Heather Ridge is one of the few communities in Aliso Viejo that does not have Mello-Roos tax. 

There is a brand new listing at Heather Ridge of a totally remodeled 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo.  It is located on Clover street and is a top floor corner unit with plenty of natural light.  For more details and photos on this fine home and for pricing, please visit:  www.23Clover.com

Currently, there are 14 Condos listed for sale in Heather Ridge, ranging in price from a low of $325,000 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath on Bridle Lane. The highest price currently active for sale is a 2 bedroom, 2 bath, condo also on Bridle Lane for an asking price of $444,900.  The median price of the 14 condos is $409,900 and the average price is $400,249.  The average price per square foot is $413/SqFt and the average days on market is 78 days.

In the past 90 days, there have been 6 condominium units that have sold and closed escrow in Heather ridge.  The least expensive condo sold was a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit on Cambria Lane that sold for $320,000 and the most expensive in the past 90 days was a 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo on Bramble Lane that sold for $445,000.  The average price for these 6 sold condos was $404,666 and the average price per square foot was $341.  The average days on market was 42 days.

Heater Ridge is serviced by the award winning Capistrano School district.  The elementary school is the award winning Wood Canyon Elementary School.  The middle school grades are conducted at Aliso Viejo Junior High School, and the upper class grades are at Aliso Niguel High School.

Heather Ridge is popular with first time home buyers and singles, due to it’s central location, affordable pricing and no Mello-Roos.  Click Here to view all condos for sale in Aliso Viejo.  If you would like more information, visit our website at:  Aliso Viejo Real Estate. 

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Aliso Viejo current Home Prices

by Vincent Bindi on April 24, 2006

Currently there are 159 detached homes that are Active for sale in desirable Aliso Viejo.  The median price of these homes are $749,900, and the average price is $827,039 with and average days on market of 43 days and the average of $422 per square foot.  The lowest price detached home is a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath 1,318 Square Foot home for $569,900. The highest priced detached home is a 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath 3,950 square foot estate for $1,925,000.

Today, there are 40 homes currently In Escrow under contract.  The Median price of these 40 homes is $735,000, and the average home price is $830,250.  The average days on market is 50 days, and the average price per square foot is $420.

In the past 30 days, there have been 28 detached homes that have sold and closed escrow in Aliso Viejo.  The least expensive home sold was $549,900 for a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with 1,200 square feet, and the most expensive was a 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2,620 square foot home for $1,050,000.   The Median priced home was $740,000, and the average price of homes sold was $774,353.  The average days on  market was 54 days and the average price per square foot was $413.

For attached Condos in Aliso Viejo, there are currently 147 condominiums for sale, ranging in price from $309,900 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 650 square foot condo, up to a  4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2,200 square foot condominium for $729,900.  The median Condo price is $525,000 and the average condominium price is $523,647.  The average days on market for Active homes is 37 days and the average price per square foot is $403.

There are currently 73 condos In Escrow under contract with a Median price of $499,000.   The average price condo is $510,000, and the average days on market is 57 days. 

For the past 30 days, there were 58 condominiums that sold and closed escrow. The Median priced condo sold was $475,000, and the average price sold was $502,510.  The average days on market was 62 days, and the average price per square foot was $409.

 If you would like to view all houses for sale in Aliso Viejo, visit our website at:  Aliso Viejo Real Estate

Greystone Colony Homes, Aliso Viejo, CA

by Vincent Bindi on April 2, 2006

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The Greystone Colony tract in Aliso Viejo consists of 96 detached homes built by Gryestone Homes.  Construction began in 1994 and the homes were completed in 1996.  Greystone Colony is located close to the intersection of Alicia Parkway and Aliso Creek Rd. 

There have only been 9 home sales in the past 10 months, which is a testament to this  communities desirability.  The 9 homes ranged in price from $559,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1,445 SqFt, Model A floor plan, on up to $675,000 for the largest Model C floor plan which incorporates 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and 1,700 SqFt of living area.  The Median price for these 9 sold homes was $615,000, the average price was $620,833, and the average days on market was 31 days.  The average price per square foot for these 9 homes was $389/SqFt.  Click here to view All of the homes currently  listed for sale in Greystone Colony, Aliso Viejo

Greystone Colony consists of 3 well designed floor plans as listed below:

  • Cambria (A) – 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, 1,455 SqFt
  • Montecito (B) – 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, 1,410 SqFt
  • Santa Barbara (C) – 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, 1,694 SqFt

Each floor plan incorporates a spacious 2 car attached garage, fireplace and interior laundry room.

Aliso Viejo is known by locals for it’s award winning public schools system.  The elementary school that services Greystone Colony is Wood Canyon which is a short walk away from this community.   The middle school is Aliso Viejo Junior High School and the High School is Aliso Niguel.

Greystone Colony is perfectly located in the southern most portion of Aliso Viejo where you’ll still receive cool ocean breezes in the summertime.  It’s also adjacent to the popular Aliso-Wood Canyon Regional Park and Soka University.  There’s plenty of shopping nearby and the Aliso Viejo Town Center is very popular with locals for dining, theaters and entertainment.

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