Balboa Island Living in California with Lauren Selinsky Realtor(R) Balboa Island Newport Beach Balboa Island  Our beautiful Balboa Island is a man-made treasure, Balboa Island is a gem whether you drive or walk. You could also bike or take the Balboa Island Ferry to the island. Balboa Island’s Marine Avenue is home to chic coastal shops featuring unique nautical designs, stylish beach fashions, art and jewelry. It’s also home to quaint Balboa Island cafes, boutiques and cocktails. So much fun shopping on Balboa Island. There is construction with an approved construction for the local bridge that is costing $6.3M. Long over due, but who knew it would be so much to complete?! Living on Balboa Island is quite a gem. It's such a special area in Newport Beach and a must SEE and visit if you ... 06/25/2016

EASTBLUFF Buyer Guide    Seller Guide   Your Home's Value    Eastbluff Facebook Page   Open Houses HistoryEastbluff Community in Newport Beach was constructed in 1964.  The community features 460 detached single family homes built by two builders, Macco with 8 floor plan variations and Lusk with 5 plans.LocationThe Eastbluff community is borderd by Eastbluff Drive and Jamboree Road. The location is considered ideal to get to all parts of Newport Beach, Newport Coast, Irvine and beyond due to easy access to major roads and quick access to freeways.AmenitiesResidents and children enjoy the private Eastbluff Park located on Alta Vista and Basswood. The park has play equipment and the Association hosts many community events at the park such as Fourth of July parties and Easter Egg Hunts. Cl... 06/18/2016

Newport Beach real estate includes some of the most desirable Oceanfront properties in California.  Homes for Sale in Newport Beach can range from a $500,000 condo or townhouse to a $25 million dollar luxury homes on the beach with Ocean view.  Realtors in Newport Beach compete for Listings and Home Sales in this upscale luxury market.  Real Estate Agents in the area tend to specialize as Buyers Agent or Listing Agent and have in depth market knowledge and insights into the homes for sale.   Many Newport Beach homes are vacation homes or second homes or non-owner occupied investment properties.  Some communities can have 40% or more non-owner occupied homes.  The Real Estate Market conditions have been improved most recently by International Buyers looking to buy a home along the Calif... 06/16/2016

The Young Open House Visitors Who Made My Day Today, I hosted open house at my nice listing on 16 Canyon Island in Newport Beach when two young ladies whose combined age was probably a couple of years shy of twenty, walked in and asked if it was okay to see the open house.   I said of course.  They politely asked if I wanted shoes off or for them to wear shoe covers.  I answered and they toured the property.  They gave me feedback on the property and compared it to others they'd seen.   The young ladies were more polite and thoughtful than some (or many) adults who visit open house. I'd given each of the girls a pop-up calendar, which they really liked.  They left the open house and returned a few minutes later with a friend.  I asked if they needed another calendar.  "Yes, please."  Th... 04/23/2016

The Balboa Peninsula in Newport Beach  is a beautiful area with bay front as well as ocean front homes. There are both Newport Beach condos for sale, and  single family homes as well.  The Balboa Peninsula in Newport Beach is a great place to live, and it is very easy to either walk to your destination, or to ride your bike. There is shopping and dining on the Balboa Peninsula in Newport Beach. The Peninsula in Newport Beach is truly a lifestyle, it is common to see people riding their bikes or walking to their destination. The Peninsula is home to the famous Wedge!! Known for it's large surf, it is a site to see!Living on the Balboa Peninsula is truly a lifestyle, and it is the beach lifestyle, Enjoy shopping and dining within a close proximity. There is a an Elementary School on the B... 04/13/2016

Are you looking for the beach lifestyle? Walk to the beach, run along the board walk, take a bike ride to your favorite restaurant? Living in Newport Shores is a sought after lifestyle. Newport Shores is located on the west side of Newport Beach off Coast Highway, and it is a community of homes of approximately 440 homes which are mostly single family, however there are some condos as well. Newport Shores has a community home owners association, which has a club house, community pool, tennis court, sand volley ball court and a brand new playground. Walk across the street to the beach, and enjoy a morning walk along the shore. It is close to popular surfing spots as well including the River Jetty and 56th Street.The photo above is looking towards the Newport Beach pier.The children atten... 02/04/2016

I was showing property yesterday at the beach, and the sun had almost gone down, so after I was finished, I wanted to see if I could see Catalina Island in the distance. It was still very pretty, and there were many on the beach enjoying the sunset. It was cool and windy.This photo was taken at 43rd Street, in Newport Beach. I have a listing there for lease at 123 43rd Street, and it is in a great location.I take photos, and then I look backto see what I have taken. I used my iPhone 6, and have it set up to automatically import to my computer which is rather convenient!Hope you all have a wonderful Sunday!  01/24/2016

Are you considering selling your home? Prior to selling it is ideal to get your home in tip top condition. Be sure to address any past maintenance items, or any deferred maintenace. Very important considerations are plumbing items, water leaks can lead to other issues that any buyer would want to know about that.What is the condition of the roof of the house? Has it been replaced, repaired? If so, by who and when, having those documents in order will be helpful to any buyers who may have questions about the roof.Do you have any pests? It is very common in California to see termites, so that inspection is often done. Termites can also be very destructive and if there is active infestation, that may need to be remediated prior to selling.Buyers often ask about the square footage of the ho... 01/21/2016

Lido Island in Newport Beach is a highly after area in Newport Beach.  Lido Isle is actually an island, there are bay front homes and homes on the strata as well. Also enjoy the Newport Beach lifestyle on Lido Isle. There are tennis courts for the use of the residents and there is also the Lido Isle Yacht Club. There is a sailing program as well for the kids during the summer months.If you are looking for a Newport Beach bay front home with a boat slip, Lido is a wonderful option. Walk to the beach, dining and shopping also.There are some excellent restaurants very close by including Blue Water Grill and the Cannery in Newport Beach.Some of the homes have expansive views of Newport Harbor, and it is a truly gorgeous area. Search the MLS for Lido Isle homes for sale in Newport Beach. 01/19/2016

Newport Beach is quite diverse and there are many different lifestyles that a resident can enjoy. There are homes for sale with association tennis, and some of these communities are gated also. There are also public tennis courts that Newport Beach residents utilize. There are public courts located at 5699 River Avenue, Newport Beach. These tennis courts are across the street from the beach, so there is a nice ocean breeze. Residents enjoy utilizing the tennis courts at Newport Harbor High School located at 1038 E 15th Street, Newport Beach, and Corona del Mar High School at 2101 Eastbluff Drive Newport Beach.Some of the Newport Beach which do have access to tennis courts include:Newport Crest - photo above is of Newport Crest tennis courtsNewport ShoresVersaillesSeaviewLinda IsleVilla ... 01/13/2016

Newport Shores Homes for Sale in Newport Beach & Year End Market Update 2015 Newport Shores in Newport Beach is a highly desirable beach community  which is located on the west side of Newport Beach. Newport Shores is a beach community and is walking distance to the beach. It is also located very close to popular surf locations.Newport Shores has approximately 440 homes located in it, and it is surrounded by a Canal which is utilized by the residents. It is common to see kayaking and stand up paddling as well, especially on warm days or summer months. And the Canal certainly makes for some beautiful sunsets, and the photo below was a sunrise in December.There were 13 sales in Newport Shores in Newport Beach in 2015. The prices range from $945,000 to $1,600,000. The property for 1.6 was ... 01/11/2016

One of the agents on my real estate team is involved with German Shepard Rescue in Orange County area of Southern California.  The rescue is a volunteer-driven organization dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating & rehoming purebred German Shepherd dogs that have fallen on hard times. We could use some HELP to share some votes every day for the next 4 days and help out one of his favorite charities, the german shepherd rescue ????Pretty please..!Vote Here:  http://www.shelterchallenge.com/shelter-details?nomineeId=26620Thanks for considering!!! 12/07/2015

Not everybody excels at setting goals much less achieving them, and part of the problem with that, I suspect, is they don't know how to develop their imagination. Or maybe they're just too busy doing stuff to think ahead and wonder what might come next or ponder what they would like to do. I've always been one of these people with a creative imagination, and I often develop scenarios in my head that manage to come true, which is what I call achieving my goal setting. Goal setting is a personal challenge to me, and I love meeting challenges, winning them.It starts usually with small goals. This morning I'm thinking about when I drove from Colorado to Newport Beach to live in the 1970s. I carried images in my head of what life would be like moving from the mountains to the ocean. One of t... 10/31/2015

We are a Newport Beach Private Money Lender. We just funded and closed a Private Money Second in Newport Beach California .That Trust Deed investment was closed in six business days. We only fund  hard money loans with our private capital and we fund commercial loans as well. We provide private money loans in Newport Beach California and other surrounding cities like Laguna Beach, Huntington Beach, Seal Beach, Long Beach, Dana point and many other coastal communities. We specialize in private money lending in southern california especially in coastal communities. This private money second trust deed investment was secured against an  investment residential real estate, They needed a private money second to provide them that private money bridge loan needed so they can fix up the propety... 08/04/2015

This beautiful Newport Beach home  for sale located in the highly sought after area of Baycrest South area in Dover Shores, will be open today from 1 pm to 4 pm.This beautiful home is a Santa Barbara Spanish style design.  This home is located on an oversized lot in excess of 12,000 feet. This 5 bedroom Newport Beach home has recently been completely renovated. There is beautiful hardwood floors.The five bedrooms are all located downstairs, and the second floor is an entertainment room or media room which has beautiful pool views.There is also a gorgeous backyard and a beautiful pool to enjoy the temperate Newport Beach climate.Offered for consideration at $2,699,000.For additional information please contact me. 06/14/2015

The following are some considerations for protecting your home whether or not you lease a property, or you are the owner. There are some who watch for signs that a property has been left, or when people go on vacation.1. If you are posting you vacation on social media sites, you might want to wait until you come home, or have someone staying in your property in your absence. Otherwise you might be alerting others that your property is vacant.2. Review your home owner's insurance policy, and determine what is covered.3. If you lease your property, make sure you have renters insurance to cover the contents.4. Neighborhood watch programs are really important and if your neighborhood does not have one, you can establish one in your area. Also, let neighbors know if you are leaving. You can ... 05/27/2015

Homes for Sale in the Lido Isle Community in Newport Beach, CA Why Do People Want to Live in Lido Isle?Lido Isle is a beautiful neighborhood of single family homes and there are some condos also that is conveniently located just off Newport Boulevard. It's not uncommon to see residents using the gorgeous tennis courts that Lido Isle has for the residents.  Lido Isle has gorgeous bay front homes also, and there are homes located in the Strata. The bay front Newport Beach homes are located Via Lido Soud and Via Lido Nord.Looking for a home on Lido Isle?Interested in finding homes for sale on Lido Isle in Newport Beach?  Click that link to find all the currently available homes in this area of Lido Isle.What's the Neighborhood Like?Lido Isle or Lido Island is actually an island you access ... 05/05/2015

Explore Newport Beach's very popular Balboa Island and it's waterfront & luxury homes for sale! My website makes it pretty fun to tour homes for sale in Balboa Island and IMAGINE living in one of these waterfront homes. I love the beachy vibe that some of the waterfront homes have because some literally have beachfront property as well as waterfront location.  Currently as of this post there are 13 active Balboa Island Homes For Sale, and Little Balboa Island Has 4 available real estate listings. I'm not actually a Realtor in Balboa Island, but I'm always up for a great adventure , and  I'm always available (and willing ) to literally go the extra mile for you and your real estate needs in South Orange County.  I live in North San Diego, but the way I see it, is summer is a comin'. For ... 04/29/2015

Newport Beach Homes for Sale and Market UpdateThe real estate market in Newport Beach is favoring a seller's market with an absorption rate of 4.3 months. There were 76 sales in the month of March, versus 49 in the month of February. That is a 37% increase over February with home sales in Newport Beach.Buyers are taking advantage of the market, and interest rates. If you have any questions about your home value, please contact me.Search the MLS for all Newport Beach homes for sale.   04/28/2015

Are you wondering about the lifestyle in Newport Beach? There is truly something for eveyone in this area.Many people move to this area for the lifestyle. There are bay front homes and homes with boat slips. Many enjoy Newport Harbor, and whether or not you are in a Duffy boat (an electric boat) cruising the Harbor, or in one of the largest Yachts in Newport Beach, the Harbor is something to see. Or you might see one of the largest Yacts in Newport Harbor. There is one that comes and visits from time to time called the Invictus and it is 216 feet. It is gorgeous.You also know if you are from Newport Beach if your child attends one of the Newport Beach Elementary schools, Newport El is located on the Balboa Peninsula and is located right on the beach. The playground is literally on the b... 04/11/2015