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What Propositions 60 and 90 Mean For You

February 18, 2018 by Danielle Negroni

If you are age 55 or older and live in San Diego County, you need to know about Propositions 60 and 90 and how it can benefit you! If you’ve been thinking of selling your current home and downsizing or moving to a different home, these propositions can make moving easier on your wallet.

What is Proposition 60?

If you’re age 55 or older, Proposition 60 allows you to move within the same county (in this case, San Diego) and transfer your base year value. Your property’s base year value is tied to Proposition 13, which was established to protect buyers from increases in property taxes by setting a base year value on a property. If the property was acquired in 1975 or earlier, the base year value is set for the property’s assessed value in 1975. If the property was purchased after 1975 then the base year value is set by the market value of the property at the time of purchase. Under Proposition 60, when you purchase a new property you can transfer that base year value to the new home!

What Are the Restrictions of Proposition 60?

-You or your spouse must be 55 years of age.

-You must sell your home and purchase a new property within two years.

-The value of the replacement property must be equal to or less than the value of your current home.

-Proposition 60 only applies to primary residences, not investment properties.

-Proposition 60 can only be utilized one time unless you become disabled and need to move again to a property that fits your needs.

What is Proposition 90?

Proposition 90 is similar to Proposition 60, except for that it allows you move from one participating county to another in the state of California and still receive the same benefits of Proposition 60. The participating counties are as follows:

Alameda County
El Dorado County
Los Angeles County
Orange County
Riverside County
San Diego County
San Mateo County
Santa Clara County
Ventura County

Where Can I Find More Information on Propositions 60 and 90?

To learn more about Propositions 60 and 90, you can read the FAQ page on the California State Board of Equalization website here.

I’ve Decided That It’s the Right Time For Me to Make a Move – What Should I Do Next?

If now is the right time for you to sell your current home and purchase another, give me a call to get started!

Home Improvement Projects With the Best ROI in the San Diego Area

February 12, 2018 by Danielle Negroni

Most San Diego homes could use a few updates before going on the market. But you want to make sure you’re investing in the right home improvement projects. In my experience, these are some of the best updates you can make to your home to maximize your ROI:

Necessary Updates: Before getting into more cosmetic and trendy choices, you should make sure your house is in good condition. If the roof needs repairs or the windows need replacing, you should take care of those things before remodeling the kitchen or bathrooms. These updates may not be glamorous, but most buyers want to purchase a home that isn’t going to need immediate maintenance.

Curb Appeal and Landscaping: First impressions are lasting. Paint or replace the front door, get new house numbers, install outdoor lighting, and plant some colorful flowers to help your home make a great first impression on potential buyers!

Interior Paint: Painting the interior of your home is one of the cheapest and easiest updates you can make. Choosing a trendy color like white or grey and applying it to the walls, ceiling, trim, baseboards, railings, and cabinetry can dramatically makeover your home!

Flooring: You might not need to necessarily replace your home’s flooring, but it could probably use some TLC!

-If you have carpets, replacing them is your best bet. Carpet is made to last anywhere from 5-15 years, but most homebuyers will look skeptically at any stains. If replacing carpet is not in your budget, then hire a professional cleaning service.

-If you have hardwood floors, consider having them refinished before putting your home on the market. This will take care of any scratches or gouges in the wood.

-If you have laminate wood floors that appear worn out or scratched, you should replace the flooring. Laminate wood floors cannot be repaired or refinished like hardwood floors.

-If you have tile floors, hire a professional to repair any cracked or broken tiles.

Exterior Paint: If the paint is cracking and peeling, you should definitely consider repainting your home – it will give buyers the impression the home has been well cared for. If the paint is in good condition, you may be able to get away with just power washing the exterior.

Minor Kitchen Remodel: Updating your kitchen doesn’t have to be a big undertaking. In fact, minor kitchen remodels tend to offer better returns that major remodeling jobs! In a minor kitchen remodel, cabinets are usually replaced, repainted, or refinished. Old hardware and appliances are swapped out for new ones. New countertops may be installed. But in contrast to a major remodeling job, no structural changes will be made and the layout of the kitchen will remain the same.

Garage Door Replacement: Replacing your home’s garage door might not seem like a big deal, but it is one update that consistently tends to yield a great return on your investment at the time of resale!

Every home’s remodeling needs are different. If you’re not sure what investments will offer the best ROI, give me a call! I’d be happy to discuss how the House 2 Home program can get your home ready for market!

18 Things to Do Before You Close Escrow

January 21, 2018 by Danielle Negroni

There are so many moving parts during the escrow process, it can be hard to keep track of everything you need to do before you close. Here are 18 essential things you should take care of before picking up your keys!

File a Change of Address Form With the Post Office
Schedule a Professional Mover 2-3 Weeks Before You Need to Move
Contact SDG&E to Schedule When You Will Need Gas and Electric Services Turned Off at Your Old Residence and Turned on At Your New Home
Contact Your Water Company to Schedule When You Will Need Water Turned Off at Your Old Residence and Turned on At Your New Home:

City of San Diego

Carlsbad Water District

Olivenhain Water District

San Dieguito Water District

Santa Fe Irrigation District

Update Your Address on Your Credit Cards and Bank Accounts
Update Your Address on Any Magazines or Subscriptions You Receive in the Mail
Give Your Church, Doctor, Veterinarian, Etc. Your New Address
Notify Any Government Offices of Your Move
Contact Your Cable/Internet Provider to Schedule When You Will Need Their Services Turned Off at Your Old Residence and Turned on At Your New Home

AT&T

Cox

Spectrum Time Warner

If Your Children Are Staying in the Same Schools, Notify the School With Your New Address
If Your Children Will Be Changing Schools, You Will Need to Get Them Registered:

Carlsbad Unified School District

Del Mar Union School District

Encinitas Union School District

Rancho Santa Fe School District

San Diego Unified School District

San Dieguito Union High School District

Solana Beach School District

Update Your Address at the DMV
Update Your Auto and Health Insurance
Ensure Your Home Warranty Coverage Will Start on the Day You Close Escrow
Notify Your Landscaper of Your New Address and Arrange to Have Them Start at Your New Property
Notify the Newspaper of Your New Address
If You Pay For Trash and Recycling Services, Notify Them of Your Change of Address
Provide Friends and Family With Your New Address

If there’s anything you need help with that is not on this list, please let me know!

San Diego’s Most Anticipated New Restaurants of 2018

January 14, 2018 by Danielle Negroni

Dozens of new restaurants are slated to open in San Diego in 2018! Here are 50 of the most anticipated restaurant openings across the county:

An’s Dry Cleaning, North Park
This spring, the historic dry cleaning store will be transformed into an artisan gelato shop, but it will retain its retro name. Seven flavors of fresh-made sweet and savory gelato will rotate daily, with ingredients like gorgonzola, cactus and wasabi flowers in the mix. 3017 Adams Ave., North Park. adcgelato.com

The Bell Marker Brewery & Kitchen, Downtown
The Artisanal Brewers Collective has named this 200-seat American brasserie and craft brewery after the famous Mission bells along El Camino Real. The menu features pizza and modern California cuisine. A winter opening is planned. 602 Broadway, downtown. thebellmarker.com

Bar Meets Grill, Pala
In the early morning hours of Jan. 2, Pala Casino Spa & Resort closed its upscale Mediterranean dinnerhouse CAVE Restaurant & Lounge and reopened it 10 hours later as Bar Meets Grill, a “California casual” restaurant serving lunch and dinner. The resort is in the midst of a $170 million expansion plan that has shuttered some of its daytime eateries and needed another lunch spot with a more accessible menu. Chef Anila Kurti ‘s wide-ranging lunch menu features appetizers, sandwiches, burgers, pizzas and salads. The dinner menu will include popular Mediterranean dishes from the former CAVE menu like Chicken Milanese and Lobster Oscar, as well as pastas made in-house. palacasino.com

Better Buzz Coffee, Hillcrest
San Diego-based Better Buzz, with seven retail outlets countywide and a roasting warehouse in Vista, expands this winter with a 7,500-square-foot retail/office center in Hillcrest. The ground floor will be a coffee bar and special events space and the upstairs will serve as Better Buzz’s new headquarters. 801 University Ave., Hillcrest. betterbuzzcoffee.com

Blue Water Seafood Market & Grill, Ocean Beach
Brothers Matt and Judd Braun will open the second location of their Mission Hills-born seafood eatery this spring in Ocean Beach. They plan to update the location with a new stage for live music. 5083 Santa Monica Ave., Suite B, Ocean Beach. bluewaterseafoodsandiego.com

Breakfast Republic, Carlsbad
In the spring, Rise & Shine Restaurant Group will open the eighth location of this brunch-centric restaurant chain at The Shoppes at Carlsbad shopping mall. Another location opened at the end of 2017 in Pacific Beach in the former Miller’s Field location.The Shoppes at Carlsbad, 2525 El Camino Real, Carlsbad; 4465 Mission Blvd., Pacific Beach (now open). breakfastrepublic.com

Buona Forchetta, Encinitas
Matteo Cattaneo and Alexa Kollmeier’s popular South Park-born Italian eatery will soon open its third location in Encinitas. The rustic restaurants are known for their authentic Italian pizzas, which are cooked in wood-fired ovens imported from Italy. The new location will take over the vacant space once occupied by the former Bird House restaurant. A Coronado location is also planned in 2019. 250 N. Coast Highway 101, Encinitas. buonaforchettasd.com

Chloe at Scout, Liberty Station
This winter, the owners of Café Chloe will open a European-style catering and special events venue serving French Provencal food, wines and garden-inspired cocktails. 2675 Rosecrans St., Liberty Station. cafechloe.com

Ciao Plaza Restaurant, Vista
The 20-year-old north Vista restaurant is building a massive 10,000-square-foot expansion at its current location, with plans for completion later this winter. The 300-seat location will add a bakery, deli, gelateria, enoteca and large banquet hall. 2015 E. Vista Way, Vista. (760) 630-7333, ciao2.com

Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse, Embarcadero
The Texas-based luxury steakhouse chain will open its first California location next fall in the two-story BRIC development planned in downtown’s North Embarcadero area. The two-story eatery will serve Del Frisco’s signature 45-day dry-aged steaks and other hand-cut meats. Broadway and Pacific Coast Highway, downtown. delfriscos.com

Din Tai Fung, Westfield UTC
The popular Taiwan-based mega-chain will open its first San Diego outlet this winter at the Westfield UTC mall. The shop will offer a variety of dumplings and noodle dishes. 4545 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla. dintaifungusa.com

Dog Haus, Vista
The Pasadena-based fast-casual hot dog chain will open its second San Diego County location in downtown Vista this winter. Dog Haus specializes in gourmet dogs (served on grilled King’s Hawaiian rolls), burgers and more. The location will also have a beer garden serving up to 20 brews on tap. 227 E. Broadway, Vista. doghaus.com

El Jardin, Liberty Station
“Top Chef” competitor Claudette Zepeda-Wilkins (formerly of Bracero Cucina) is developing the menu for this latest entry from Johan Engman’s Rise & Shine Restaurant Group. Zepeda-Wilkins, who grew up on both sides of the Mexican border, is planning a contemporary, refined take on regional Mexican cuisine in a colorfully decorated indoor/outdoor space. It’s scheduled for an early 2018 opening. 2885 Perry Road, Liberty Station. riseandshinerg.com

Empanada Kitchen, Downtown
This popular Argentinean empanada vendor at the North Park and La Jolla farmers markets will open its first fast-casual storefront this winter. 819 C St., downtown. (619) 988-7265, empanada-kitchen.com

Fourpenny House, La Mesa
Partners Peter Soutowood and Khalid Kyler plan to open this La Mesa brewpub this winter. The specialty will be house-made breads, local beer and spirits. Fourpenny House will feature a rotating seasonal menu and beer brewed in-house, as well as local and national beers and a collection of rare and craft whiskeys and bourbons. 8323 La Mesa Blvd., La Mesa. (619) 606-2028, fourpennyhouse.com

Frost Me Café & Bakery, Little Italy
Frost Me Gourmet, the Seaport Village cupcake shop that came up a winner on Food Network’s ninth season of “Cupcake Wars,” will open its second shop this winter in Little Italy. Located on Little Italy’s new pedestrian Piazza della Famiglia, the outlet will serve desserts, sandwiches, salads, charcuterie boards, coffee drinks, beer and wine. 523 W. Date St., Little Italy. frostmegourmet.com

Gravity Heights, Sorrento Valley
Whisknladle Hospitality, Alesmith co-founder Skip Virgilio and brewer Ryan Trim are collaborating on this enormous project that will combine a 7,000-square-foot restaurant and tasting room and 5,000-square-foot beer garden. It aims for a late 2018 opening. 9920 Pacific Heights Blvd., San Diego. gravityheights.com

Great Maple, Westfield UTC
Offering modern American fare in a mid-century modern atmosphere, Great Maple has been packing in hipster crowds at its Hillcrest location since 2013. Brunch is as popular as the maple bacon doughnuts that are served at breakfast, lunch and dinner. The company’s fourth location at Westfield UTC will open this winter. 4545 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla. thegreatmaple.com

Grubby’s Poke & Fish Market, Carlsbad
This new concept from the owners of Señor Grubby’s will feature poke bowls, fresh fish entrees and locally caught sushi-grade fish sold by the pound. The Shoppes at Carlsbad, 2525 El Camino Real, Carlsbad. grubbyspoke.com

Haru Mama, Little Italy
This winter, Jenny and James Pyo, who own Love Boat Sushi, Pokewan and several other local Asian eateries, will open this contemporary ramen bar, featuring steamed buns, bowls, noodle dishes and salads. 1901 Columbia St., Little Italy. (619) 564-8970.

Javier’s Cantina, Westfield UTC
Founded in Laguna Beach in 1995, Javier’s serves elevated Mexican cuisine and a vast selection of tequilas in luxurious surroundings. Traditional and contemporary Mexican dishes are prepared with prime Nebraskan Angus beef, Mexican prawns, Maine lobster, Dungeness crab and natural chicken. The location will open this winter. 4545 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla. javiers-cantina.com

The Kitchen, Rancho Bernardo
Bernardo Winery owner Ross Rizzo Jr. will open this Italian-American wine-themed restaurant on the winery property in the spring. Rizzo’s restaurant will use recipes that have been in his family since the 1920s. The Kitchen replaces Café Merlot, which was set to close on Dec. 31. 13330 Paseo Del Verano Norte, Rancho Bernardo. (858) 487-1866, bernardowinery.com

Lola 55, East Village
Owner Frank Vizcarra and Chef Drew Bent are planning an early spring opening for this fine/fast-casual restaurant serving a Mexican-inspired healthy menu of gourmet tacos with a full bar program. 1290 F St., East Village. lola55catering.com

Lucha Libre Taco Shop, Carlsbad
The family-run, Mission Hills-born taqueria celebrates its 10th anniversary this winter by opening its third location in the Shoppes at Carlsbad mall. The colorful eateries are as well known for their Mexican wrestling-inspired decor as their award-winning burritos. The Shoppes at Carlsbad, 2525 El Camino Real, Suite 218-C, Carlsbad. tacosmackdown.com

Maestoso, Hillcrest
Celebrated New York chef Marco Maestoso will partner with Dalila Ercolani and local Italian ex-pats Christopher Antinucci and Giulia Colmignoli (owners of the Napizza chain) to open a 90-seat modern Italian restaurant this winter in The Hub Hillcrest Market. Maestoso’s four-part menu will feature pinsa (an ancient form of pizza), build-your-own pasta dishes, traditional plated entrees and a chef’s whim option called passaggi. 1040 University Ave., Hillcrest. casamaestoso.it

Mavericks Beach Club, Pacific Beach
The former PB Bar & Grill is being remodeled and will reopen this winter as a 15,000-square-foot restaurant and bar. 860 Garnet Ave., Pacific Beach. maverickssd.com

Menya Ultra Ramen, Mira Mesa
Japanese diners have been celebrating this house-made ramen chain for more than 20 years, but it was unknown to Americans until the company opened its first U.S. outlet in Clairemont Mesa last summer. A second is planned in Mira Mesa later this year. 8141 Mira Mesa Blvd., Mira Mesa. menya-ultra.com

Monzu Fresh Pasta, East Village
Italians Aldo de Dominicis Rotondi and Serena Romano are planning a restaurant/retail pasta shop in East Village later this winter. A wide range of house-made, fresh pastas will be made daily, along with a variety of sauces from different regions of Italy. 455 Tenth Ave., East Village. monzufreshpasta.com

North Park Breakfast Company, North Park
This new concept from Rise & Shine Restaurant Group will focus on lighter breakfast items to meet the needs of health-conscious brunchers. Items will include quinoa blueberry pancakes, guava-infused pancakes and stuffed potato breakfast bakes. A winter opening is planned. 3131 University Ave., North Park. breakfast-company.com

Parana Empanadas, Westfield UTC
This family-owned company, offering Argentinian empanadas developed from family recipes, will open its second storefront this winter at Westfield UTC. The family project started in farmers markets around San Diego then expanded to its location at Liberty Public Market. Westfield UTC, 4545 La Jolla Village Dr., La Jolla. paranaempanadas.com

Park Commons, Sorrento Valley
Whisknladle Hospitality is taking over the former San Diego Tech Center building to create a 10,000-square-foot food hall and event space. Chef Ryan Johnston will oversee the multi-concept food stations that will serve salads, Middle Eastern wraps, street tacos, poke, sandwiches and coffee, plus an evening bar. A summer opening is projected. The Park, 9645 Scranton Road, Sorrento Valley. whisknladle.com

Pisco Rotisserie & Cevicheria, Carlsbad
Sami Ladeki, founder of Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza chain, launched this Peruvian restaurant concept last summer. Pisco has a rotisserie and ceviche-centric menu developed by Emmanuel Piqueras, a chef and Peruvian cooking show producer. The first location opened at Liberty Station, with a second location scheduled to open in January at a former North County’ Sammy’s location. 5790 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad

Pizza Republic, North Park
Rise & Shine Restaurant Group does more than just breakfast. Restaurateur Johan Engman is branching out, reaching into the dinner hour with an Italian-style, artisan-wood-fired-pizza concept this winter. 2726 University Ave., North Park. pizzarepublicca.com

Point Loma Fish Shop, Point Loma
Billy Ramirez will open the fourth location of his 8-year-old Fish Shop casual seafood chain this winter in Point Loma. Like the other locations, the eatery will serve a variety of fresh-caught seafood in soups, sandwiches and grilled platters. 1110 Rosecrans St., Suite 100, Point Loma. facebook.com/plfishshop

Punch Bowl Social, East Village
One of America’s fastest-growing hospitality chains, Punch Bowl is poised to open nine new outlets in the U.S. in 2018, including a 24,000-square-foot venue in East Village. Billed by Inc. magazine as the “boozy utopia of fun,” Punch Bowl will combine a casual Southern-style restaurant with a bowling alley, bar, arcade and karaoke center. 15th and E streets, East Village. punchbowlsocial.com

Queenstown Bistro, Westfield UTC
This winter, the owners of Queenstown Public House in Little Italy will open Queenstown Bistro (formerly known as Arbor), serving wine and craft beer, shareable plates and organic sandwiches and burgers for lunch and dinner. Westfield UTC, 4545 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla. (619) 546-0444, queenstownbistro.com

Raised by Wolves, Westfield UTC
This winter, CH Projects will open this $2 million spirits-themed retail shop and speakeasy-style cocktail tasting room at Westfield UTC mall. The shop will offer a 1,500-square-foot shop selling books, barware and CH-branded products with a hidden cocktail bar for onsite tastings. Westfield UTC, 4545 La Jolla Village Dr., Suite 4301, La Jolla, consortiumholdings.com

Raising Cane’s, Vista
San Diego County’s first Raising Cane’s chicken fingers outlet will open this year in Vista Village. The drive-thru fast-food eatery will replace the shuttered Famous Dave’s barbecue restaurant. 303 Vista Village Drive, Vista. raisingcanes.com

Rio Churrascaria Brazilian Steakhouse, San Marcos
This Brazil-inspired restaurant specializes in charcoal-grilled meats as part of a 20-item buffet. It replaces the shuttered Elephant Bar restaurant in Grand Plaza later this winter. 105 S. Las Posas Road, San Marcos. (760) 539-7878.

Sisters Pizza, Bankers Hill
Emily Green will open an East Coast-style pizzeria this spring in a former beauty salon space in Bankers Hill. It’s named for her late sister, Kate, who died in 2016. Chef Alex Carballo (former chef/owner of URBN Coal Fired Pizza) is helping Green develop the menu, which will include pastas, salads, sandwiches and more. 3603 Fourth Ave., Bankers Hill. (858) 228-6822, sisterspizzasd.com

Swami’s Cafe, Vista
The healthy-foods café chain will open its 10th San Diego County location in Vista this winter. Expect a healthy, fresh menu of açai bowls, pastries, smoothies and sandwiches in the Vista Village spot formerly occupied by El Callejon Mexican restaurant. Vista Village Center, 1 Main St., Vista. swamiscafe.com

Sweetfin Poké, Westfield UTC
This Los Angeles-born, build-your-own-bowl poke chain, founded for “Top Chef” alumnus Dakota Weiss, specializes in selling only sustainable raw fish for its hearty quick-service bowls. The La Jolla location, opening in January, will be the chain’s eighth. 4545 La Jolla Village Drive, San Diego. sweetfinpoke.com

Table Food + Drink, Rancho Santa Fe
On Jan. 6, the former César RSF will reopen as Table Food + Drink, serving a more contemporary, American-style menu. Opened in summer 2016 by Bay area restaurateurs Richard and Terumi Mazzera, Cesar was a Southern California version of their popular Spanish tapas bar, which has operated in Berkeley for more than 20 years. Besides a newly remodeled dining room, the restaurant has a new chef, Jon Hearnsberger, whose menu includes buttermilk-fried chicken, grilled wedge salad and panko-crusted sole. 16089 San Dieguito Road, Rancho Santa Fe. (858) 771-1313 or tablefooddrink.com

Texas De Brazil, Carlsbad
This Brazilian-style churrascaria will open in late 2018 in The Shoppes at Carlsbad mall. The 20-year-old Texas-based chain’s restaurants serve all-you-can-eat grilled and roasted meats served tableside. The Shoppes at Carlsbad, 2525 El Camino Real, Carlsbad. texasdebrazil.com

Volcano Rabbit, Gaslamp Quarter
Don Chido, a 3-year-old modern Mexican eatery shuttered in November for an overhaul and rebranding that will finish up later this winter. Owner RMD Group says the new restaurant/bar, renamed Volcano Rabbit, will be more nightlife-focused with an elevated lounge, music, dance floor and improved menu featuring craft tacos by Chef Andre Alto. 527 Fifth Ave., Gaslamp. (619) 232-8226, donchido.com

Ways & Means Oyster House, La Jolla
This spring, the Orange County restaurant company will open its first San Diego County location in the former Alfonso’s space in La Jolla. Ways & Means, with outlets in Huntington Beach and Tigard, Ore., is known for its vast menu of fresh raw oysters, including a brand of its own. 1251 Prospect St., La Jolla. wmoysters.com

West Pac Noodle Bar, Coronado
Blue Bridge Hospitality’s culinary tribute to San Diego’s naval history features the cuisine of eight Pacific Rim countries. It should open this month. 1166 Orange Ave., Coronado. westpacnoodle.com

When Pigs Fly, Vista
Dale and Tommy Ginos, who have run their award-winning barbecue restaurant for the past four years at a Chevron gas station in North Vista, are relocating their eatery this month to a newly renovated storefront in Vista Village. 230 Main St., Vista. (760) 945.7828, whenpigsflybbq.com

The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar, Westfield UTC
This Orange County-based wine-country-themed restaurant will open its third Southern California location this winter at Westfield UTC. Its opening chef is Yvon Goetz, the former executive chef at the Ritz Carlton in Laguna Beach. The 8,000-square-foot restaurant will have a quick-service 1,000-square-foot wine bar and a wine list with more than 650 labels. 4545 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla. thewinerytustin.com

Wokcano, Carlsbad
The L.A.-based chain will open its first San Diego location later this winter in The Shoppes at Carlsbad shopping mall. The Asian fusion restaurant offers a contemporary take on Japanese and Chinese cuisine, including sushi, sashimi, noodle dishes and Asian-inspired cocktails. The Shoppes at Carlsbad, 2525 El Camino Real, Carlsbad. wokcanorestaurant.com

(Article originally appeared in the San Diego Union Tribune)

San Diego Real Estate Market Report-Q4 2017

January 7, 2018 by Danielle Negroni

Home prices in San Diego County were up 7.1% at the end of the 4th quarter, compared to December of last year. The coastal markets of Carmel Valley, Del Mar, La Jolla, and Solana Beach also registered year over year price increases to finish out 2017 on a high note. Interested in seeing a market report for your city or community? I’d be happy to provide you with one. Thinking of selling your home this year? Let’s talk!

San Diego County:

Single Family Homes

Median Sales Price: $605,000

Median Price Per Sq Ft: $335

Market Time (From Listed to Closed): 17 Days

Total Sold Listings (Oct-Dec): 64,827 Properties

Avg Listing Inventory (Active): 3,634 Properties

Year Over Year Change: +7.1%

Condos/Townhomes

Median Sales Price: $398,000

Median Price Per Sq Ft: $396.33

Market Time (From Listed to Closed): 13 Days

Total Sold Listings (Oct-Dec): 11,105 Properties

Avg Listing Inventory (Active): 1,287 Properties

Year Over Year Change: +6.7%

Carmel Valley:

Single Family Homes

Median Sales Price: $1,222,266.67

Median Price Per Sq Ft: $430

Market Time (From Listed to Closed): 32 Days

Total Sold Listings (Oct-Dec): 1,207 Properties

Avg Listing Inventory (Active): 61 Properties

Year Over Year Change: +7.9%

Condos/Townhomes

Median Sales Price: $609,828.33

Median Price Per Sq Ft: $489

Market Time (From Listed to Closed): 9 Days

Total Sold Listings (Oct-Dec): 762 Properties

Avg Listing Inventory (Active): 14 Properties

Year Over Year Change: +9.6%

Del Mar:

Single Family Homes

Median Sales Price: $1,818,333.33

Median Price Per Sq Ft: $705.67

Market Time (From Listed to Closed): 55 Days

Total Sold Listings (Oct-Dec): 419 Properties

Avg Listing Inventory (Active): 70 Properties

Year Over Year Change: +1.8%

Condos/Townhomes

Median Sales Price: $1,008,694

Median Price Per Sq Ft: $680.67

Market Time (From Listed to Closed): 19 Days

Total Sold Listings (Oct-Dec): 178 Properties

Avg Listing Inventory (Active): 17 Properties

Year Over Year Change: +21.8%

La Jolla:

Single Family Homes

Median Sales Price: $2,157,175

Median Price Per Sq Ft: $781.67

Market Time (From Listed to Closed): 67 Days

Total Sold Listings (Oct-Dec): 911 Properties

Avg Listing Inventory (Active): 168 Properties

Year Over Year Change: +13.3%

Condos

Median Sales Price: $809,458.67

Median Price Per Sq Ft: $595.33

Market Time (From Listed to Closed): 18 Days

Total Sold Listings (Oct-Dec): 1,163 Properties

Avg Listing Inventory (Active): 78 Properties

Year Over Year Change: +10.2%

Solana Beach:

Single Family Homes

Median Sales Price: $1,532,500

Median Price Per Sq Ft: $670.67

Market Time (From Listed to Closed): 47 Days

Total Sold Listings (Oct-Dec): 280 Properties

Avg Listing Inventory (Active): 18 Properties

Year Over Year Change: +5.3%

Condos

Median Sales Price: $947,865.67

Median Price Per Sq Ft: $665.33

Market Time (From Listed to Closed): 15 Days

Total Sold Listings (Oct-Dec): 333 Properties

Avg Listing Inventory (Active): 18 Properties

Year Over Year Change: +10.4%

[All data sourced from Sandicor MLS on January 4th, 2018]

11 Fun Holiday Events Happening in San Diego

November 27, 2017 by Danielle Negroni Leave a Comment

There’s always something to do in San Diego and the holidays are no exception! Here are eleven of the most exciting events happening across the county this year:

Global Winter Wonderland

November 19^th-January 7^th

SDCCU Stadium (Formerly Qualcomm Stadium)

Global Winter Wonderland arrives in San Diego for the first time this holiday season! Featuring a lighted display with over 50 scenes from around the world, this is one-of-a-kind event also offers entertainment in the form of acrobatic performances, music, rides and games, food, and a holiday market. Kids can also write a letter to Santa and get their picture taken! Learn more about the Global Winter Wonderland here.

Coronado Skating By the Sea

November 23^rd-January 1^st

Hotel Del Coronado

A uniquely San Diego event, go ice skating in the shadow of the famous Hotel Del Coronado while feeling the sea breeze and smelling the salt air. Open from Thanksgiving through New Years, Skating By The Sea is $30 per person and includes skate rental. A portion of the proceeds from this year’s event will go to Make-A-Wish San Diego. For ice rink hours, click here.

December Nights

December 1^st-2^nd

Balboa Park

It’s safe to say that Balboa Park’s December Nights is one of San Diego’s favorite holiday events! Thousands turn out every year to kick off the holiday season in the park. With two days of incredible entertainment, food, shopping, music, and fun, if you go to one event this holiday season, let this be it! You can find out more about Balboa Park’s December Nights on their website.

Encinitas Holiday Parade

December 2^nd

Downtown Encinitas

One of North County’s best-loved traditions, the Encinitas Holiday Parade will take place on December 2^nd from 5-7:30pm. Enjoy festive floats and music as the parade rolls down Coast Highway 101. The parade officially gets started at 5:30, with a tree lighting ceremony at the lumberyard taking place at 5pm. Rumor has it that Santa will be there!

Holiday Celebration at the Del Mar Highlands Town Center

December 6^th

Del Mar Highlands Town Center

Celebrate the holidays in Carmel Valley! The Del Mar Highlands’ event includes falling “snow”, a laser light show, a caroling quartet, photo ops with Santa and Mrs. Claus, performances from the local schools, and more. The event starts at 5pm on December 6^th.

Atomic Groove’s Twilight Xmas Show

December 7^th

The Belly-Up

Local favorite, Atomic Groove, will be at The Belly-Up on Thursday December 7^th for a fun holiday show. They’ll be playing all of your favorite dance floor grooves with a holiday twist, so put on your dancing shoes for a night of fun! Each person receives a free raffle ticket to win some great prizes, but if you’d like to double your chances with an extra ticket, bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate to Toys For Tots. Tickets are available here.

Jungle Bells

December 8^th-January 1^st

San Diego Zoo

Celebrate the holidays at the San Diego Zoo! After dark, the zoo is transformed into a twinkling, winter wonderland with festive food, light sculptures, music, and entertainment. Meet Santa, learn more about the residents of the zoo during animal encounters, participate in the Reindeer Games, and listen to a zoo version of the classic poem, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Jungle Bells activities are included with your zoo admission ticket (unless noted). For more details about the event, visit the San Diego Zoo’s website.

San Diego Bay Parade of Lights

December 10^th & 17^th

San Diego Bay

Over eighty decorated boats will sail San Diego Bay on the evenings of December 10^th and 17^th. There are multiple viewing opportunities along the parade route, which stretches from Shelter Island to Seaport Village and over to the Coronado Ferry Landing. For more information on the best viewing locations and approximate timing of the parade, click here.

Menorah Lighting at the Del Mar Highlands Town Center

December 17^th

Del Mar Highlands Town Center in Carmel Valley

Kick off Hanukkah by attending the Menorah Lighting at the Del Mar Highlands Town Center, hosted by Congregation Beth Am! The event starts at 6pm and refreshments will be available.

Nutcracker Holiday Tea

December 23^rd

The Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Now in its ninth year, The Grand Del Mar’s Nutcracker Holiday Tea is one event you won’t want to miss. The Scripps Performing Arts Academy will perform an abridged version of Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet, “The Nutcracker”, while you enjoy tea, sandwiches, and French pastries. $10 of each ticket sold will go to Isabella’s Giraffe Club, a non-profit organization that supports parents with infants in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. You can find more information about the Nutcracker Holiday Tea, including ticket pricing, on the Grand’s website.

New Years Eve Yacht Party

December 31^st

San Diego Bay

Ring in the New Year in style aboard a yacht on San Diego Bay! Enjoy an open bar, three levels of music and dancing, and panoramic views of San Diego Harbor as you wait for the midnight countdown! Tickets are available here.