An ActiveRain Meet-up Southern California Style on March 26 in Cardiff by the Sea Many thanks to John Arendsen for setting up a terrific gathering of ActiveRain members and friends at the Pacific Coast Grill on Restaurant Row, right on the beach in Cardiff by the Sea. Since I had the camera I got to be photographer and to write this post but perhaps others will chime in. From L to R - Javier Varon, Joseph Arendsen, Bill Roberts, Lisa Giacomini, John Arendsen, Jeff Dowler, Lenska Bracknell Fellow long-time Rainer Bill Roberts was there, too - we “know” each other but it was such fun to meet him face to face for the first time. I know John, having first met him because of AR waaayyy back in 2007, but we haven’t seen each other in person since.   The ActiveRain community always reaches out... 03/27/2014

Cardiff Homes for Sale – What Happened in the Cardiff Real Estate Market for February 2014? Buyers and sellers in the Cardiff real estate market need information about local and current market conditions in order to make informed decisions about Cardiff homes for sale.  The Cardiff-by-the-Sea housing market is small and very localized, and finding comparables for determining price for either a listing or a purchase can be tricky due to limited inventory, the diversity of Cardiff properties for sale, and market fluctuations.  Want to learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea?   Cardiff by the Sea – Quintessential Beach Community  A Visual Tour of Cardiff-by-the-Sea Like to Walk? Live in the Walking District in Cardiff CA Want to Live in a Musical Community? Try the Composer District in Cardif... 03/10/2014

Cardiff Homes for Sale – What Happened in the Cardiff Real Estate Market for January 2014? Buyer and sellers in the Cardiff real estate market need information about local and current market conditions in order to make informed decisions about Cardiff homes for sale.  The Cardiff-by-the-Sea real estate market is small and very localized, and finding comparables for determining price for either a listing or a purchase can be tricky due to limited inventory, the diversity of homes for sale, and market fluctuations.  Want to learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea?   Cardiff bythe Sea – Quintessential Beach Community  AVisual Tour of Cardiff-by-the-Sea Like to Walk? Live in the Walking District in Cardiff CA Want to Live in a Musical Community? Try the Composer District in Cardiff, CA Here is... 02/07/2014

 2014 Cardiff Kook Run in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA -  A Triple Play! What a triple play this will be – the Cardiff Kook Run, the terrific coastal community of Cardiff (more formally known as Cardiff-by-the-Sea) and the Superbowl! The 3rd Annual Cardiff Kook Run will be held on Sunday February 2, 2014 in Cardiff by the Sea (a.k.a. Cardiff). The 5K and 10K Cardiff Kook Run is named after the infamous, and now famous, surfing statue on the Coast Highway in Cardiff, the Cardiff Kook (named the “Magic Carpet Ride” by the sculptor). Check out the Cardiff Kook is all its glory (the Cardiff Kook website). The Cardiff Kook, as this statue is affectionately called, has been creating tons of publicity for years because of its numerous and varied costumes at holidays and special events. Indeed, the C... 01/19/2014

Cardiff Homes for Sale – What Happened in the Cardiff Real Estate Market for December 2013? Buyer and sellers in the Cardiff real estate market need information about local and current market conditions in order to make informed decisions about Cardiff homes for sale.  The Cardiff-by-the-Sea real estate market is small and very localized, and finding comparables for determining price for either a listing or a purchase can be tricky due to limited inventory, the diversity of homes for sale, and market fluctuations.  Want to learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea?   Cardiff by the Sea – Quintessential Beach Community  A Visual Tour of Cardiff-by-the-Sea Like to Walk? Live in the Walking District in Cardiff CA Want to Live in a Musical Community? Try the Composer District in Cardiff, CA Here ... 01/09/2014

Cardiff Homes for Sale – What Happened in the Cardiff Real Estate Market for November 2013? Buyer and sellers in the Cardiff real estate marketneed information about local and current market conditions in order to make informed decisions about Cardiff homes for sale.  The Cardiff-by-the-Sea real estate market is small and very localized, and finding comparables for determining price for either a listing or a purchase can be tricky due to limited inventory, the diversity of homes for sale, and market fluctuations.  Want to learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea?   Cardiff by the Sea – Quintessential Beach Community  A Visual Tour of Cardiff-by-the-Sea Like to Walk? Live in the Walking District in Cardiff CA Want to Live in a Musical Community? Try the Composer District in Cardiff, CA Here i... 12/05/2013

The 6th Annual Cardiff Kringle Mingle will be December 8, 2013   Hard to believe but the holiday season is upon us once again.   So come one come all to the Cardiff Kringle Mingle next weekend. What a great way to start the holiday season (and to not interfere with Black Friday and Cyber Monday).   The 2013 Kringle Mingle, the 6th annual, will be held on Sunday December 8 from 1until 5 pm in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, sponsored by Cardiff 101 Mainstreet, and supported by the popular Seaside Market.   The Kringle Mingle will be held in the heart of downtown Cardiff at the Cardiff Town Center located at 2087 San Elijo Avenue.   Tasty treats from local restaurants (VG Donuts, Starbucks, Isabelle Briens French Pastry Cafe and Rimel’s), area shopping, and a decorated tree (with poinsettias, of cour... 11/25/2013

Cardiff by the Sea Real Estate (92007)   Call Travis Chatwin, REALTOR® today at (619) 752-HOME (4663) for more information on Cardiff by the Sea real estate Cardiff by the Sea is a shoreline community located in San Diego County, California with two miles of Pacific coastline. It is located north-west of the San Elijo Lagoon.  Cardiff-by-the-Sea, usually referred to as Cardiff, is a beach community founded around 1911, located in Encinitas, bordering Solana Beach to the south in San Diego County, California. The Pacific Ocean is to the west of Cardiff by the Sea, Encinitas on its east and north, and a beach and lagoon on its south. With a population of under 12,000, Cardiff-by-the-Sea operates as part of the city of Encinitas, but unlike the other communities that comprise Encinitas, h... 11/22/2013

Cardiff Homes for Sale – What Happened in the Cardiff Real Estate Market for October 2013? Buyer and sellers in the Cardiff real estate market need information about local and current market conditions in order to make informed decisions about Cardiff homes for sale.  The Cardiff real estate market is small and very localized, and finding comparables for determining price for either a listing or a purchase can be tricky due to limited inventory, the diversity of homes for sale, and market fluctuations.   Want to learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea?   Cardiff by the Sea – Quintessential Beach Community  A Visual Tour of Cardiff-by-the-Sea Like to Walk? Live in the Walking District in Cardiff CA Want to Live in a Musical Community? Try the Composer District in Cardiff, CA   Here is a summ... 11/12/2013

Cardiff Homes for Sale – What Happened in the Cardiff Real Estate Market for September 2013? Buyer and sellers in the Cardiff real estate market need information about local and current market conditions in order to make informed decisions about Cardiff homes for sale.  The Cardiff real estate market is small and very localized, and finding comparables for determining price for either a listing or a purchase can be tricky due to limited inventory, the diversity of homes for sale, and market fluctuations.   Want to learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea?   Cardiff by the Sea – Quintessential Beach Community  A Visual Tour of Cardiff-by-the-Sea Like to Walk? Live in the Walking District in Cardiff CA Want to Live in a Musical Community? Try the Composer District in Cardiff, CA   Here is a su... 10/06/2013

Cardiff Homes for Sale – What Happened in the Cardiff Real Estate Market for August 2013? Buyer and sellers in the Cardiff real estate market need information about local and current market conditions in order to make informed decisions about Cardiff homes for sale.  The Cardiff real estate market is small and very localized, and finding comparables for determining price for either a listing or a purchase can be tricky due to limited inventory, the diversity of homes for sale, and market fluctuations.  Want to learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea?   Cardiff by the Sea – Quintessential Beach Community  A Visual Tour of Cardiff-by-the-Sea Like to Walk? Live in the Walking District in Cardiff CA Want to Live in a Musical Community? Try the Composer District in Cardiff, CA Here is a summary ... 09/08/2013

Cardiff Homes for Sale – What Happened in the Cardiff Real Estate Market for July 2013? Buyer and sellers in the Cardiff real estate market need information about local and current market conditions in order to make informed decisions about Cardiff homes for sale.  The Cardiff real estate market is small and very localized, and finding comparables for determining price for either a listing or a purchase can be tricky due to limited inventory, the diversity of homes for sale, and market fluctuations.    Want to learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea?   Cardiff by the Sea – Quintessential Beach Community  A Visual Tour of Cardiff-by-the-Sea Like to Walk? Live in the Walking District in Cardiff CA Want to Live in a Musical Community? Try the Composer District in Cardiff, CA   Here is a summar... 08/13/2013

2013 Dog Days of Summer Canine Festival and Contest in Cardiff California   If your doggie is bored and doesn’t have anything fun and exciting to do this summer, Cardiff has the perfect solution…   The 2013 Dog Days of Summer Canine Festival and Contest in Cardiff by the Sea, California   The Dog Days of Summer Festival will be held in downtown Cardiff by the Sea (a.k.a. Cardiff) on Saturday August 10th from 10 until 4.   This is the 8th Annual Dog Days of Summer Festival in Cardiff, which has become the largest and most popular dog-centric event in the San Diego area.   This popular event is sponsored by the Cardiff 101 Main Street Association, and generally draws about 8 - 10,000 2 and 4-legged festival-goers.   The Dog Days of Summer canine festival and contest includes 200+ vendors ... 07/22/2013

Cardiff Homes for Sale – What Happened in the Cardiff Real Estate Market for June 2013? Buyer and sellers in the Cardiff real estate market need information about local and current market conditions in order to make informed decisions about Cardiff homes for sale.  The Cardiff real estate market is small and very localized, and finding comparables for determining price for either a listing or a purchase can be tricky due to limited inventory, the diversity of homes for sale, and market fluctuations.  Want to learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea?   Cardiff by the Sea – Quintessential Beach Community  A Visual Tour of Cardiff-by-the-Sea Like to Walk? Live in the Walking District in Cardiff CA Want to Live in a Musical Community? Try the Composer District in Cardiff, CA Here is a summary of... 07/07/2013

The Walking District Neighborhood in Cardiff by the Sea (Cardiff) CaliforniaHere are some things to know about the Walking District in Cardiff for buyers interested in living in this charming seaside community. Where is the Walking District in Cardiff Located?Cardiff ByThe Sea (a.k.a. Cardiff) is located on the coast about 20 miles north of San Diego, bordered on the south by Solana Beach and the San Elijo Lagoon, and the north by Encinitas (Cardiff is officially a community within the town of Encinitas but has its own zip code - 92007). The Walking District is the neighborhood south of Birmingham and is bordered by the Route 101/Coast Highway and the ocean to the west, and Glasgow, Edinburg and Mackinnon on the east, at the peak of the hill.     Why do People Live in the Walking Distri... 06/28/2013

Cardiff By The Sea Homes For Sale.  Considering a move to Cardiff By The Sea?   Real Estate prices continue to climb.  Although inventory remains low there has been a 6.3% increase for active listings from last month. Find your perfect home now in Cardiff By The Sea.  Listing agents continue to get multiple offers on every home, when you see a home that is right for you be prepared to make your offer!  Chances are the next time you go back to looking for it, it will be in escrow.  The Market is fast and furious! Contact me, and lets get you into your new home.   06/15/2013

Cardiff Homes for Sale – What Happened in the Cardiff Real Estate Market for May 2013? Buyer and sellers in the Cardiff real estate market need information about local and current market conditions in order to make informed decisions about Cardiff homes for sale.  The Cardiff real estate market is small and very localized, and finding comparables for determining price for either a listing or a purchase can be tricky due to limited inventory, the diversity of homes for sale, and market fluctuations.   Want to learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea?   Cardiff by the Sea – Quintessential Beach Community  A Visual Tour of Cardiff-by-the-Sea Like to Walk? Live in the Walking District in Cardiff CA Want to Live in a Musical Community? Try the Composer District in Cardiff, CA   Here is a summary ... 06/08/2013

Cardiff Homes for Sale – What Happened in the Cardiff Real Estate Market for April 2013? Buyer and sellers in the Cardiff real estate market need information about local and current market conditions in order to make informed decisions about Cardiff homes for sale.  The Cardiff real estate market is small and very localized, and finding comparables for determining price for either a listing or a purchase can be tricky due to limited inventory, the diversity of homes for sale, and market fluctuations.  Want to learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea?   Cardiff by the Sea – Quintessential Beach Community  A Visual Tour of Cardiff-by-the-Sea Like to Walk? Live in the Walking District in Cardiff CA Want to Live in a Musical Community? Try the Composer District in Cardiff, CA Here is a summary o... 05/07/2013

4th Annual Taste of Cardiff is May 16th 2013 in Cardiff-by-the-Sea California   Another year has flown by and it’s time again for the Annual Taste of Cardiff, in less than 2 weeks on Thursday May 16th in charming downtown Cardiff by the Sea. As in the past the Annual Taste of Cardiff will be hosted by the Cardiff 101 Main Street organization.   All of you foodies can enjoy culinary delights at 23 popular Cardiff Restaurants between 5 and 8 pm and then vote for your favorite for the Golden Fork Award.   Tasting events are becoming more and more prevalent and popular, and the annual Taste of Cardiff is sure to please once again, with a diversity of options to taste from. And who doesn’t like to eat?!   Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 on the day of the event to enjoy small tastes represe... 05/03/2013

Cardiff Homes for Sale – What Happened in the Cardiff Real Estate Market for March 2013? Buyer and sellers in the Cardiff real estate market need information about local and current market conditions in order to make informed decisions about Cardiff homes for sale.  The Cardiff real estate market is small and very localized, and finding comparables for determining price for either a listing or a purchase can be tricky due to limited inventory, the diversity of homes for sale, and market fluctuations.  Want to learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea?   Cardiff by the Sea – Quintessential Beach Community  A Visual Tour of Cardiff-by-the-Sea Like to Walk? Live in the Walking District in Cardiff CA Want to Live in a Musical Community? Try the Composer District in Cardiff, CA Here is a summary o... 04/09/2013