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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
Blue Star Museums: Free Admission Program The Blue Star Museums Program offers FREE museum admission to Active Duty Military and up to 5 family members. The military ID card holder can be an active duty service member or other dependent family member with the appropriate ID. The military ID holder does not have to be present for family members to take advantage of this program. The benefit is for museum walk-in admission only, and is not valid for field trips, online orders, concerts, special events, guided tours or reserved group tours. The benefit is also not redeemable for cash. The Blue Star Museums Program is a collaboration between Blue Star Families, the National Endowment for the Arts, the Department of Defense, and more than 2000 museums around the country. The program is activ...
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By inboundREM Market Updates
(InboundREM)
A Local Treasure for Residents and Visitors Nestled along the beautiful Monterey Peninsula, Carmel-by-the-Sea is a charming coastal town known for its artistic community, pristine beaches, and unique character. Among the many local attractions that make this town so special, the Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market stands out as a must-visit destination for both residents and visitors. Whether you are a homebuyer looking to settle in the area or someone interested in learning more about the lifestyle here, the farmers market offers a glimpse into the town’s vibrant community and its commitment to quality, locally sourced products. The Heart of the Community Held every Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market is located at Mission and 6th Avenue, right in the hea...
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By inboundREM Market Updates
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Carmel, CA: A Premier Coastal DestinationCarmel, California, is one of the most sought-after destinations on the Central Coast, known for its stunning natural beauty, historic charm, and luxurious homes. Whether you are considering buying or selling a home in Carmel, CA, you’re exploring a market rich in appeal, with a variety of homes that capture the essence of coastal living.Why Carmel is a Great Place to LiveCarmel-by-the-Sea, as it's often called, is renowned for its picturesque streets, charming cottages, and art galleries. The town exudes an old-world charm that has made it a popular location for those seeking a peaceful retreat by the sea. Surrounded by the breathtaking Monterey Peninsula, Carmel offers an exceptional quality of life, with its beautiful beaches, forested hills, ...
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By inboundREM Market Updates
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Baywood, San Mateo, CA: Your Guide to a Premier Location Baywood, located in the heart of San Mateo, CA, is a charming and desirable neighborhood that offers a mix of residential homes, excellent schools, and a convenient location with easy access to all the amenities the Bay Area has to offer. If you’re in the market for homes for sale in Baywood, San Mateo, you’ll find that this community offers a unique blend of suburban peace and urban convenience, making it a prime destination for potential home buyers. Why Baywood, San Mateo is a Great Place to Live Baywood is a peaceful neighborhood that is known for its tree-lined streets, spacious homes, and welcoming atmosphere. The area is primarily residential, featuring a range of home styles, from classic mid-century modern homes to charm...
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By inboundREM Market Updates
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Discover the Charm of Parrott DriveParrott Drive, located in the heart of San Mateo, CA, offers a blend of residential tranquility with convenient access to all the amenities you could ask for. Known for its quiet streets, green spaces, and charming homes, Parrott Drive is one of the most desirable locations for prospective homebuyers in the area. Whether you’re moving to the San Mateo area or looking for your next investment, homes on Parrott Drive offer a variety of options suitable for different lifestyles.In this blog post, we’ll delve into the features that make Parrott Drive homes for sale an attractive option for buyers and sellers alike. We’ll also highlight local schools and attractions that add to the appeal of living in this part of San Mateo.Real Estate Overview: Parrott Dri...
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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
What’s the Value of my Escondido Home? Escondido Home Sales for April 2025 Escondido is inland in North San Diego County, and is approximately 20 miles east of the beaches. The community borders San Marcos, Fallbrook and Valley Center. Buyers and sellers in the Escondido housing market need to have up-to-date information about the local market conditions (Read More: Real Estate Is Local…But HOW Local?) in order to make informed buying and selling decisions about Escondido homes for sale. READ MORE:A Tour of Escondido – A Diverse Inland San Diego Community The following data were found in the MLS (private sales are not included, nor are multifamily properties, or mobile and manufactured homes). This information is believed to be reliable when this report was written but are not guarantee...
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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
What’s the Value of My Vista Home? Vista Home Sales for April 2025 Vista is an inland community in North San Diego County, bordering Oceanside, Carlsbad and San Marcos. Vista offers a wide variety of housing opportunities, with tract home neighborhoods (gated and ungated), custom homes, condos and townhomes, rental complexes, and 55+ communities. There are also homes with large lots in rural areas, and in the hills, some offering panoramic views. There are mixed use and agricultural areas in Vista, too. And downtown Vista continues to grow and change, with plentiful dining and shopping opportunities and services.  Major commuting routes (e.g., the 15 and 78 freeways) are readily accessible. The longest running farmers market in San Diego is the Vista Farmers Market, opened in 1981. The ...
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By inboundREM Market Updates
(InboundREM)
Restaurants in Pacifica, CA: A Foodie's Guide to Dining in the City by the SeaIf you're considering making Pacifica, CA your home, one of the many perks of living in this coastal gem is the incredible food scene. Pacifica offers a wide variety of dining options that cater to all tastes, whether you're in the mood for fresh seafood, hearty comfort food, or international flavors. Here’s a list of the top 10 restaurants in Pacifica that showcase the best of the area’s culinary offerings.1. Nick's Rockaway Located along Pacifica's scenic coastline, Nick’s Rockaway is a local favorite known for its stunning ocean views and delectable seafood. Whether you're in the mood for a clam chowder bread bowl, fresh oysters, or a hearty seafood platter, Nick’s Rockaway delivers delicious, locally sourc...
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By inboundREM Market Updates
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Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the bustling city of San Francisco, San Bruno, California, offers a unique blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience. As a local realtor, I’ve had the privilege of helping numerous clients find their perfect home in this vibrant community. Whether you're considering buying or selling, here's an in-depth look at the San Bruno real estate market.🏡 San Bruno Housing Market OverviewAs of April 2025, San Bruno's housing market remains competitive. The median listing price for homes is approximately $1.2 million, reflecting a modest 1.1% increase from the previous year . Homes in this area typically sell quickly, with properties going pending in around 13 days.Market Trends Median Sale Price: Approximately $1.4 million, marking a 10.9% year-over...
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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
What’s the Value of My Rancho Santa Fe Home? Rancho Santa Fe Home Sales for April 2025 It’s important that buyers and sellers in Rancho Santa Fe have current information about local market conditions so they can make well-informed buying or selling decisions about Rancho Santa Fe homes for sale.  On average, the Rancho Santa Fe housing market is the most expensive in San Diego County. Here you’ll find large estates, gated communities, and luxury and equestrian properties on expansive lots, often measured in acres. When this report was written there were 27 homes listed for over than $10,000,000, including 1 at $84,950,000. LEARN MORE ABOUT RANCHO SANTA FE:  Rancho Santa Fe - Luxury Home Buyer's Paradise in San Diego Here’s what happened in the Rancho Santa Fe housing market in April bas...
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By Keith Kyle, Top Producing Agent
(Vista Sotheby's International)
The real estate market in the South Bay of Los Angeles and Palos Verdes was very active and most cities saw an increase in the number of homes that closed escrow compared with March 2025.  See the home sales in: El Segundo Hawthorne Hermosa Beach Lawndale Manhattan Beach Redondo Beach Torrance Palos Verdes Estates Rancho Palos Verdes Hollywood Riviera View other months on our recent South Bay home sales page. EL SEGUNDO  - 10 homes sales compared to 10 in MarchView the current homes for sale in El Segundo Home type   Address Price Bedsaths Sq Feet Year Built SFR 1401 E Walnut AVE $1,410,000 2/0,1,0,0 954 1948 Condo 123 E Oak AVE #202 $810,000 2/2,0,0,0 1256 1979 TWNHS 1369 E Grand AVE #B $1,100,000 3/2,0,1,0 1356 1989 SFR 635 W Oak AVE $1,825,000 3/1,0,0,0 1373 1954 SFR 638 W Acacia AVE...
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By Michael Wayne Jackson, Broker - Seniors Real Estate Specialist Novato
(Luxe Places International Realty)
 Take advantage of this upside opportunity to build additional homes on this lot. 50 acre lot with two existing immaculate homes already built. 
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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
What’s the Value of My Del Mar Home?Del Mar Home Sales for April 2025 Del Mar is a small beach town and one of the more expensive communities in North San Diego County. According to the MLS the highest priced San Diego County property sold publicly was an oceanfront estate in Del Mar (for a little over $48,000,000 in 2007). The same home was sold again in June 2020 for $43M. It's important for buyers and sellers to have current information on the local housing market conditions in Del Mar so they can make educated decisions about Del Mar homes for sale. The information in this report is from the MLS (the data are believed accurate at the time this report was written, but are not guaranteed, and do not include private/non-MLS sales).  READ MORE: Del Mar – Affluent Seaside Town (A Communi...
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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
What’s the Value of My Oceanside Home? Oceanside Home Sales for April 2025 The Oceanside housing market continues to shift. This market report does not include private sales, mobile, or multifamily housing (information is from the MLS and is believed accurate when this report was written but not guaranteed). Up-to-date information about local market conditions from a knowledgeable REALTOR is important to have to help you make informed buying and selling decisions about Oceanside homes for sale. READ MORE: Oceanside California – A Growing and Changing Coastal San Diego Community There were 164 homes sold in Oceanside’s 4 zip codes (92054, 92056, 92057, and 92058), 14% more sales than in March and another increase. Here are the details: Single Family Homes Sold116 (up 15%); 25 Average Day...
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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
2025 Encinitas Cruise Nights The popular Encinitas Cruise Nights return for 2025 next Thursday May 15. Classic car buffs and non-aficionados alike enjoy the Encinitas Cruise Nights that take place the 3rd Thursday of each month May through September, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Here’s the schedule for 2025: May 15, June 19, July 17, August 14 and September 18. Local car clubs park their vehicles along Main Street (the Coast Road) in downtown Encinitas where they are easy to admire! You can expect dozens of beautiful cars to ooh and aah over. It’s a giant outdoor showroom of classic cars. We’ve attended several times and it was great fun, but haven’t been for a number of years now. Perhaps we’ll get there in 2025. Here's a video from a prior visit. Make sure your sound is turned down! An Eveni...
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By Denise Gentile, REALTOR , Riverside County
(Coldwell Banker Associated Brokers Realty)
Stunning Single-Story Pool Home with RV Parking in Menifee.  Welcome to your dream home! Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, this immaculate single-story residence sits on an expansive 11,326 sq ft lot and offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and functionality.  Step inside to find custom upgrades throughout, including hardwood flooring, elegant formal living and dining areas, and an open-concept layout designed for entertaining. The chef’s kitchen is a standout with granite countertops, a center island, stainless steel appliances, a 5-burner range, and custom built-ins. It seamlessly flows into a spacious family room with a cozy fireplace and media center, all overlooking your private backyard oasis.  Enjoy four generously sized bedrooms, plus a versatile 5th room/office/den tha...
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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
What's the Value of My La Jolla Home? La Jolla Home Sales for April 2025 La Jolla is one of the pricier housing markets in San Diego County. When you tour La Jolla online (see Read More link below), or visit the community in person, you will understand why. As a buyer or seller in La Jolla, having up-to-date information about the local market conditions for La Jolla homes for sale will enable you to make educated decisions about buying and/or selling a La Jolla home. La Jolla is a coastal community with many homes offering beautiful views of the ocean from the hills and right along the coast. La Jolla Village is up-scale, offering top-notch shopping, dining, and services. La Jolla has been compared to the French and Italian Rivieras due to the wonderful ocean and coastline vistas, spect...
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By Mike Young, FHA 203k Consultant 916-758-1809 cell direct
(203kOnLine.com, covering the USA)
 You can be your own contractor on an FHA 203kLet me introduce you to Jenny.Jenny was a first-time homebuyer with big dreams and a budget that didn’t quite match her tastes. She wasn’t afraid of a little elbow grease. In fact, her Pinterest boards were overflowing with open shelving ideas, modern-rustic kitchen layouts, and enough “before-and-after” inspiration to make any HGTV producer blush.So, when Jenny found a 1954 ranch-style home with “good bones” and “bad wallpaper,” she didn’t flinch. Pink tile bathroom? She saw charm. Shag carpet in the kitchen? She saw a challenge. A furnace that groaned like a haunted house? She saw an opportunity.Most folks would’ve backed away from this fixer-upper.Jenny leaned in.She called her lender and asked about the FHA 203k program—specifically, the...
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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
What's the Value of my San Marcos Home?San Marcos Home Sales for April 2025 The San Marcos real estate market continues to shift. This report does not include any private sales, mobile homes or multi-family housing. The data are from the MLS and are believed to be accurate at the time this report was created but are not guaranteed. It’s essential that buyers and sellers have current information about local housing market conditions so they can make educated buying and/or selling decisions about San Marcos Homes for Sale. READ MORE:San Marcos - A Thriving Inland Residential CommunitySan Elijo Hills – Award-Winning Master Planned Community in San MarcosLake San Marcos – Resort and Residential Community in San Marcos, CA 68 homes sold in April in San Marcos’s 2 zip codes (92069 and 92078),...
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By Mike Young, FHA 203k Consultant 916-758-1809 cell direct
(203kOnLine.com, covering the USA)
 🏡 Sacramento Home Makeovers: The Residential Renovation Boom You Don’t Want to MissSacramento isn’t just California’s capital—it’s a city in transition. As more families, first-time buyers, and real estate investors flock to this historically rich and increasingly vibrant city, a quiet renovation revolution is taking place behind neighborhood fences and scaffolding-lined streets. Residential construction projects—especially fixer-upper transformations funded by renovation loans—are reshaping homes and lives across Sacramento.From Oak Park to East Sac, tired properties are getting second chances. And one team is helping lead the charge: The My203k Team Sacramento, powered by industry veterans like Lando Matthews and backed by the nationwide experience of Mike Young and 203KOnline.com.🛠️...
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