by vbindi on February 15, 2010
This is a statistical report for Active for Sale and Sold homes and condos in Mission Viejo . This report is brought to you by the professional realtors at eVantage Real Estate in Orange County, CA. Today, there are 208 detached single family homes for sale, with a median price of $599,000 and an average price per square foot of $296 . These homes are priced from a low of $339,000 for a 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,279 square feet located in the subdivision called Casta del Sol . On up to a maximum price of $3,675,000 for a fine home incorporating 4 bedroom, 6 bath, 6,084 square feet which is located in the Tres Vistas Custom Tract.
For attached condos, there are currently 80 condos active for sale in Mission Viejo . The median price of these condos is $310,000 and the average price per square foot is $247 . These listed condos range in price from a low of $139,000 for a unit comprised of 1 bedroom, 2 bath, 642 square feet and is situated in the Las Palmas Tract. Up to a maximum price of $599,800 for a roomy condo consisting of 2 bedroom, 2 bath,1,448 square feet found in the Mallorca Condos Subdivision.
For properties currently under contract in Mission Viejo there are 147 detached homes in escrow, and the median price is $480,000 . These detached homes range in price from a low of $209,900 for a 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 1,415 square feet home located in the El Dorado Tract. On up to a maximum price of $1,125,000 for a fine property comprising of 6 bedroom, 4 bath, 3,651 square feet located in the Stone Ridge Tract.
For condos, there are 129 units now in escrow in Mission Viejo , with a median price of $300,000 . These pending units range in price from $120,000 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 513 square feet located in the Las Palmas Subdivision. On up to a maximum price of $624,900 for a fine condo consisting of 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,286 square feet found in the Mallorca Condos Subdivision.
In the past 90 days, there have been 168 detached homes that have sold and closed escrow in Mission Viejo . These sold homes had a median price of $530,000 with an average price per square foot of $275 . These closed homes range in price from a low of $300,000 for a home comprised of 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,230 square feet situated in the Casta del Sol Subdivision. And a maximum price of $1,150,000 for a fine property incorporating 4 bedroom, 4 bath, 3,200 square feet found in the John Lyttle Tract.
For the past 3 months, there have been 78 attached condominiums that have sold and closed escrow in Mission Viejo , California. The median price of these attached units was $310,000 and the average price per square foot was $228 . These sold condominiums ranged in price from a low of $120,000 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 473 square feet located in the Las Palmas condo Tract. And the maximum priced sold condo was $567,500 for a nice condo comprised of 3 bedroom, 3 bath, 1,781 square feet situated in the Mallorca Condos Tract.
If you have any questions regarding real estate for sale in Mission Viejo , please feel free to call us at: (949) 388-3396, or email us at: Info@eVantageRE.com . Click this link if you would like to view all homes for sale in Mission Viejo .
by vbindi on January 18, 2010
Orange County, CA: After the major price correction that began in the summer of 2006′, the local real estate market continues to be strong. demand is exceeding supply in most all price levels, except for homes priced above $1.1 Million. The average Months of Inventory is just 1.55 Months for all price range of homes, and for lower priced homes, the months of inventory is just 0.9 Months. Below is a graph of the Months of Inventory for south Orange County residential real estate. As can be seen in this graph, the months of inventory has dropped dramatically since the peak in late 2007′, and has been hovering around the 1.5 to 2 Months level for nearly 8 months now.

This dramatic improvement in the local market is a result of the low inventory of homes and condos for sale, and the strong demand that has resulted from the large drop in property values, and the historically low interest rates. The low level of Months of Inventory has put a halt to price reductions as can be seen in the graph below. The Price per Square foot is a much more accurate indicator of relative price movements for a given area, than a calculation of Average or Median prices. The graph below shows that prices have declined about 32% from the peak in pricing in the summer of 2006′. Pricing has remained relatively flat for most of 2009′ at the $300 per Square Foot range for detached homes, and $275 per Square Foot for attached condos in Orange County. For more information about property values here in Orange County, feel free to contact us at: (949) 388-3396 or email us at: Info@eVantageRE.com

by vbindi on January 11, 2010
Laguna Niguel, CA - The local real estate market has gone through a severe correction that started back in the summer of 2006′. Since that time, prices have declined approximately 30% for detached homes, and for attached Condos, prices have dropped about 38% since the peak in mid 2006′.
Recently though, the inventory of homes for sale has declined substantially in Laguna Niguel. Also, the rate of sales has increased during this same period of time, from mid 2006′ to today. This strengthening demand for the Laguna Niguel real estate market has resulted in a stabilization of home prices. Throughout most of 2009′ actual sales prices for detached homes have held steady at $310 per square foot. And for condominiums, prices have firmed actually resend in 2009′ by about 3%, to a level of $260 per square foot today (Price per Square Foot is a much more accurate measurement of price movement than the Average or Median)
Currently, there are 145 detached homes listed for sale in Laguna Niguel, ranging in price from a low of $479,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1,455 square foot home in the Seagate subdivision. On up to $7,875,000 for a 7 bedroom, 9 bath, 11,000 square foot estate in the Bear Brand Ranch neighborhood. The Median price of all detached homes Active for sale is $849,000 in Laguna Niguel.
In addition, there are 127 attached condominiums that are currently listed for sale in Laguna Niguel. These attached units range in price from $179,000 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 760 square foot flat in the Crystal Cay tract, on up to $749,000 for a 3 bedroom, 3 bath, 2,379 square foot attached townhome in the Marina Hills neighborhood. The median priced condo is currently $349,000.
For more information about the Laguna Niguel real estate market and home prices, please feel free to contact us at: (949) 388-3396 or Info@eVantageRE.com
by vbindi on September 4, 2009
Below is the list of all Bank REO homes and condos currently listed for Sale in Ladera Ranch, Orange County California. A Bank REO is a property that was was Foreclosed upon by the mortgage Bank, and is now owned by that same Bank. Bank Owned REO Homes most always present a great buying opportunity since many Banks today are financial difficulties and are required to quickly convert these non-performing assets into cash. Therefore, the Banks usually price these properties substantially below market in order to sell them very quickly.
In the past 3 years, the local real estate market in southern California has experienced a severe correction-recession, which includes Ladera Ranch. We are seeing signs that the market is now stabilizing in the lower end of the price scale, and appears to be a good time to buy since prices have pulled back nearly 40% from their peak in the Spring of 2006′.
To see more detail about the Bank Owned properties listed below, simply Click on the Property Address Hyperlink. If you would like see the inside of any of the homes below, or if you have questions about buying an REO Bank Home, contact one of our REO Specialists at: Info@BankHomesMLS.com or call us at: (949) 388-3396
| Type |
Address |
Bdrms |
Baths |
SqFt |
Price |
| SFR |
4 Drackert Ln , Ladera Ranch |
4 |
4 |
3,550 |
$830,000 |
| CONDO |
27 Tarleton Ln , Ladera Ranch |
3 |
4 |
1,662 |
$404,000 |
| SFR |
19 Maybeck Ln , Ladera Ranch |
3 |
3 |
1,910 |
$487,900 |
| SFR |
22 Michael Rd , Ladera Ranch |
5 |
6 |
3,730 |
$875,000 |
by vbindi on September 4, 2009
This report lists all of the Bank Owned REO homes and condos currently listed for sale in Costa Mesa. A Bank Owned REO home is a property that has gone through the 3 month, and 3 week Foreclosure process, and is now owned by the Bank. Banks are typically unwitting owners at this point, and most often price the homes at below market value so they will sell very quickly.
Below is a list of all of the Foreclosed Bank Owned homes currently active for sale in Costa Mesa. The homes and condos range in price from a low of $254,400 for a 2 bedroom, 3 bath , 1,282 condo, on up to $545,000 for a 5 bedroom, 4 bath, 2,821 square foot detached home located in central Costa Mesa.
Our small team of Realtors specialize in purchasing Bank Owned REO properties at below market value for our clients, and we have a proven track record of success. If you would like more information about any of the Foreclosed homes listed below, or if you want to see the inside of any of these Costa Mesa REO properties listed for sale, please feel free to call us at: (949) 388-3396 or drop us an email at: Info@BankHomesMLS.com. If you would like more details on the properties listed below, simply click on the Address Hyperlink shown below.
| Type |
Address |
Bdrms |
Baths |
SqFt |
Price |
| CONDO |
405 Bryson Spgs 53 , Costa Mesa |
2 |
3 |
1,282 |
$254,400 |
| CONDO |
3431 Timber Lk 46 , Costa Mesa |
3 |
2 |
1,317 |
$265,000 |
| CONDO |
114 Yorktown Ln , Costa Mesa |
3 |
2 |
1,240 |
$289,900 |
| CONDO |
748 Wingate Bay 5 , Costa Mesa |
2 |
2 |
1,017 |
$308,888 |
| CONDO |
2518 Elden Ave B2 , Costa Mesa |
3 |
3 |
1,364 |
$331,650 |
| CONDO |
785 W 18th St C1 , Costa Mesa |
2 |
3 |
1,227 |
$344,900 |
| CONDO |
2674 Orange Ave A2 , Costa Mesa |
3 |
3 |
1,431 |
$350,000 |
| CONDO |
2526 Poplar Ln , Costa Mesa |
3 |
3 |
1,500 |
$427,900 |
| SFR |
151 MESA Dr , Costa Mesa |
2 |
2 |
1,225 |
$439,000 |
| SFR |
2758 De Soto Ave , Costa Mesa |
4 |
2 |
1,729 |
$478,900 |
| SFR |
132 Virginia Pl , Costa Mesa |
5 |
4 |
2,821 |
$545,000 |
by vbindi on September 3, 2009
Today, there are 311 detached single family homes listed for sale in San Clemente, Orange County, Ca. The lowest priced detached home is listed at $349,900. It is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,685 square foot home located right on top of the golf course and featuring a peek-a-boo view of the ocean. The highest priced home is listed for $9,900,000 and this estate property comprises of a brand new 7 bedroom, 10 bathroom, 13,000 square foot estate located on a 37,750 sq foot lot in the Cotton Point Estates. The home offers an array of features including a 36 seat theater and a separate guest residence. The current median price for all homes Active for sale in San Clemente is $989,000.
There are 110 detached homes located in the city of San Clemente that are pending in escrow. The lowest priced property is valued at $382,500. It is a charming 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 1040 square foot home built in 1946. The highest priced property currently in escrow is valued at $2,500,000. This property offers 3,200 square feet of living space, 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It is located in the guard gated community of Cyprus Shore and boasts a marvelous panoramic ocean view. The median price of homes currently under contract in escrow is $699,000 in San Clemente.
In the past 90 days, there have been 151 detached properties that have sold in San Clemente. The lowest sales price was $360,000 for a single story 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,050 square foot home built in 1964. The highest priced property sold was a 5 bedroom, 4 bath, 4,500 square foot estate valued at $4,700,000. This property is located in the desirable gated community of Silver Oaks and features a large, lush yard and a panoramic canyon view. The median home sales price is $700,000 and the average sales price in the city within the past 3 months was $845,264 for the past 3 months. The average price per square foot was $336.41/SqFt, and the average days on market was 112 days.
Click on the following hyperlink, for more information about San Clemente Real Estate, or feel free to call us at: 949-388-3396
by vbindi on June 24, 2009
There are currently 193 detached homes listed for sale in Laguna Niguel – Orange County, Ca. There prices range from $449,900 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,303 SqFt home up to $8,995,000 for a 6 bedroom, 8 bath, 10,000 square foot 8 car garage estate in Monarch Point. The Median price is $989,000, and the average price is $1,432,688. Average price per square foot is $404/SqFt and average days on market is 106 days.
For detached homes, there are 82 properties currently under contract in escrow in Laguna Niguel. These properties range in price from $435,800 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,446 square foot home, on up to $2,990,000 for a 5 bedroom, 7 bath, 6,000 square foot, 6 car garage estate in the Coronado Pointe community. The median price of homes currently in escrow is $695,000.
In the past 60 days, there have been 67 detached homes that have sold and closed in Laguna Niguel. These homes range from $340,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,341 square foot home, on up to $5,040,000 for a 5 bedroom, 6 bath, 6,300 square foot estate in the Bear Brand Ranch tract. The median price home is $750,000 and the average price home that sold in the past 2 months was $1,037,332. The average price per square foot was $345/SqFt and average days on market was 108 days.
One year ago at this same 60 day time period, there were 95 homes that have sold and closed escrow in Laguna Niguel. These homes ranged in price from $480,000 for a 4 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,450 square foot home, on up to $4,400,000 for a 5 bedroom, 6 bath, 7,600 square foot estate in the South Peak subdivision. The median sold home price was $799,500 and the average price was $998,803. The average price per square foot was $367/SqFt and average days on market was 79 days, just one year ago.
Comparing today’s prices to one year ago prices we find the following; The Median price has dropped by 6%. The average home price has actually gone up by 3.8%. The Price per Square Foot has dropped by 6%. For more information about Laguna Niguel Real Estate, please feel free to call us at: 949-388-3396
by vbindi on June 23, 2009
3000 The Plaza and The Plaza Irvine (5000 & 8000) are one of the most exclusive high rise condominium towers in Irvine, CA. These luxurious high rise towers are located at the corner of Scholarship and Jamboree, west of the 405 Frwy.
3000 The Plaza is a 15 story high rise single tower with a rooftop swimming pool, located at the 3000 block of Scholarship Dr. and comprises of 105 stunning condo units. This tower offers 12 elegantly appointed condo floor plans designed by the world-renowned architect McLarand Vasquez & Partners and they are as follows:
- Residence A: 1 bdrm, 2 baths, 1,370 SqFt (floors 1 – 5)
- Residence B: 2 bdrms plus Den, 2 baths, 1,445 SqFt (floors 1 – 5)
- Residence C: 2 bdrms plus Den, 2.5 baths, 1,935 SqFt (floors 1 – 5)
- Residence C-1: 2 bdrms plus Den, 2 baths, 1,865 SqFt (floors 1 – 5)
- Residence D: 2 bdrms plus Den, 2.5 baths, 1,715 SqFt (floors 6 – 11)
- Residence E: 3 bdrms plus Den, 3.5 baths, 2,390 SqFt (floors 6 – 11)
- Residence F: 2 bdrms plus Den, 2.5 baths, 2,390 SqFt (floors 6 – 11)
- Penthouse 1: 2 bdrms plus Den, 2.5 baths, 1,660 SqFt (top floor)
- Penthouse 2: 2 bdrms, 2.5 baths, 2 Story, 2,300 SqFt (top floor)
- Penthouse 3: 2 bdrms, 2.5 baths, 2 Story, 2,330 SqFt (top floor)
- Penthouse 4: 3 bdrms + Den, 3.5 baths, 2 Story, 2,485 SqFt (top flr)
- Penthouse 5: 3 bdrms + Den, 3.5 baths, 2 Story, 3,025 SqFt (top flr)
3000 The Plaza offers resort-like amenities such as: day and nighe lobby attendant, gated underground parking spaces, concierge service, Club Room with full kitchen, wet bar and adjoining outdoor terrace, Flat Screen TV, Lobby Attendant, Business Center, Rooftop Pool, Jacuzzi, high tech fitness center, entertainment area and fire-pit on the rooftop, on-site retail center, service elevator, and most utilities paid. Association dues are approximately $1,000 to $1,300 per month at the time of this article, and there is No Mello-Roos.
Each condo comes with the best fit and finish such as; Hardwood floors, Granite counter tops, Marble flooring, gourmet Kitchens with stainless steel Appliances, high ceilings, top quality fixtures, wine lockers in wine room, and the upper floor units offer spectacular city lights views, and much more.
3000 The Plaza is located in the heart of the Irvine entertainment and business area, and conveniently close to John Wayne OC Airport, Newport Beach, UC Irvine, Fashion Island, dining, theater and South Coast Plaza.
Fore more information about 3000 The Plaza or to view any of the re-sale or new units for sale, please feel free to contact us at: 949-388-3396 or email us at: Info@SearchOCHomes.com
by vbindi on June 22, 2009
The Avenue One condo community was built in 2006′ by by K Hovanian. Avenue One is located by the intersection of Jamboree and Dupont just west of the 405 Freeway at the 1,000 to 2,000 block of Scholarship road. Avenue One is located close to world class shopping, night clubs, museums, theaters, fine dining, UCI and the beach.
Avenue One comprises of two condo buildings, 2 parking structures and the common area facilities. Avenue One offers 8 well designed floor plans as follows:
- One A – 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 725 square feet
- One AL- 1 bedroom and 2nd story loft, 1 bath, 846 square feet
- One B – 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 602 square feet
- One C – 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 738 square feet
- One CL – 1 bedroom and 2nd story loft, 1 bath, 923 square feet
- One D – 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 738 square feet
- Two A – 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1,037 square feet
- Two AL – 2 bedrooms and 2nd story loft, 2 baths, 1,213 square feet
- Two B – 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1,318 square feet
- Two BL – 2 bedrooms and 2nd story loft, 2 baths, 1,538 square feet
- Two C – 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1,044 square feet
- Two CL – 2 bedrooms and 2nd story loft, 2 baths, 1,207 square feet
- Three A – 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1,340 square feet
- Three AL – 3 bedrooms and 2nd story loft, 2 baths, 1,525 square feet
These fine condo units boast of natural granite kitchen and bathroom counter tops, modern two panel interior doors, dual glazed energy efficient windows, and much more.
The association offers resort like amenities such as: Gated entrance, elegant Clubhouse w/plasma TV, Olympic sized pool, spa, high tech fitness center, indoor half basketball court, Bar-B-Que area and more. Avenue One is serviced by the Santa Ana Unified School district. The grade school classes are conducted at Monroe elementary school and the Junior high school is McFadden middle school. The upper grades are serviced by Century High School.
If you would like to view all condos listed for sale in Irvine, visit our website at: Irvine Real Estate. If you would like a private showing of any of the condos for sale in Avenue One, please feel free to call us at: 949-388-3396 or email us at: Info@SearchOCHomes.com
by vbindi on June 20, 2009
Quail Hill Irvine is a popular community within the city of Irvine, Ca. located is the southwest section of Hwy 405 and Laguna Frwy. This beautiful community comprises a wide variety of options from stately detached homes to garden courtyard condos. Construction of homes started in 2002 in this popular community and continues to this day. Quail Hill comprises if 14 distinctive single family home and attached condominium tracts which are listed below:
| Tract Name |
Type |
Builder |
| Ambridge |
Condos |
Wm Lyon |
| Casalon |
Condos |
John Laing Homes |
| Chantilly |
Detached Homes |
Warmington |
| Ivy Wreath |
Condos |
D.R. Horton |
| Jasmine |
Condos |
Shea Homes |
| Laurel Quail Hill |
Detached Homes |
Wm Lyon Homes |
| Linden |
Detached Homes |
Wm Lyon Homes |
| Olivos |
Detached Homes |
California Pacific Homes |
| Sage |
Detached Homes |
California Pacific |
| Sandalwood |
Condos |
Standard Pacific |
| Sienna |
Detached Homes |
Standard Pacific |
| Soltice |
Detached Homes |
Pulte Homes |
| Tapestry |
Detached Homes |
Fieldstone |
| Vicara |
Detached Homes |
Richmond American |
There are currently 14 Condos Active for sale in Quail Hill ranging in price from $399,900 for a 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit with 1,099 square feet, on up to a 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 1,900 Square Foot Condo for $750,000. The median price is $540,000 and the average days on market is 154 days.
There are 18 detached homes currently for sale in Quail Hill, Irvine. These homes range in price from $503,000 for a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1,030 Square Foot detached home, to a maximum of $2,695,000 for a 4 bedroom, 6 bath, 4,820 Square foot estate. The median price is $1,275,000 and the average days on market is 82 days, and the average price per square foot is $472/SqFt.
In the past 90 days, there were 9 condos that sold and closed escrow in Quail Hill. The minimum priced condominium sold was $430,000 for a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1,387 square foot condo, on up to $705,000 for a 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2,014 square foot condominium. The average days on market was 62 days, and the average price per square foot was $345/SqFt.
In the past 3 months, there were 19 detached homes that have sold and closed escrow in Quail Hill, Irvine. These sold homes ranged in price from $450,000 for a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath 1,145 Square Foot home, on up to $1,500,000 for a 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath, 4,150 square foot estate. The average days on market was 64 days, and the average price per square foot was $394/SqFt.
Quail Hill in Irvine is serviced by the respected Irvine Unified School district. The local elementary schools servicing the area are Alderwood at Quail Hill and Oak Creek. The middle school is Rancho San Joaquin, and the upper grades are serviced by University High School. Quail Hill has Mello Roos tax that ranges from about $1,400 to $3,100 per year dependent upon the home type and location.
If you would like to view all Condos or detached Homes listed for sale in Irvine, please visit our website at: Irvine Real Estate