Real Estate Sales Data for San Marcos, California Week of January 9th to 17th 2010 For Zip Code 92078   Zip Code 92078 Detached Homes Active New Listings. Pending Sales Sold     7 2 4   Attached Homes 11 5 7           Total   18 7 11              Real Estate Sales Data for San Marcos, California Week of January 9th to 17th 2010 For Zip Code 92069   Zip Code 92069 Detached Homes Active New Listings Pending Sales Sold     12 5 4   Attached Homes 4 4 1           Total   16 9 5 Get current real estate information on the San Marcos community contact: Crescent Moon Realty, Inc or Land N Sea Auctions. 1-888-882-1198 Ext 111.       01/20/2010

For any one seeking to learn recreational Spanish - the City of San Marcos, is currently accepting registration for Welcome To Spanish. This is a recreational Spanish class being held at the San Marcos Community Center, 3 Civic Center Drive. San Marcos, Ca. This program introduces the language through activities including music, movement, arts, crafts and other hands-on activities. For additional information call 760-744-9000 or www.sanmarcos.net Cost $43.00. Want additional information on the real estate market in San Marcos, Ca, contact: 1-888-882-1198 Ext 111, Crescent Moon Realty, Inc. & Land N Sea Auctions. 01/18/2010

Lake San Marcos is a resort residential community in the southwest corner of San Marcos, close to the Carlsbad line. Lake San Marcos has a long reputation as a retirement community and while the demographics have shifted in recent years, the community still draws a large percentage of folks who are retired.   The Lake San Marcos community, while not exclusively 55+, has several areas that are limited to those 55 and older - both condominiums (some are at The Chateau, which is an assisted living community that includes dining and housekeeping as some of the services covered through the monthly fees) and detached homes are available. Homes, for the most part, are single story which has a strong appeal for many buyers, especially seniors, and the two golf courses and the man-made lake add ... 01/15/2010

 Hello and Welcome to San Marcos California Free Foreclosure Auction Search, Bank Owned REO, Short Sales, and Homes for Sale. November 10th, 2009 Understanding the foreclosure property auction (also known as Trustee Sale) process takes time, due diligence, and understanding.  Saavy Real Estate investors can find some of the best deals around buying at these auctions, but is it right for everyone?   We would like to help explain further about these auctions and the benefits and downsides of buying Real Estate at them.  Understanding the overall process is the key, and here is how the process goes as an overview: Pre-Foreclosure (Also known as Notice of Default).  Pre-Foreclosure is usually when the current homeowner is 90 days past due on their Mortgage.  Under the new California Foreclo... 01/13/2010

The San Marcos real estate market continues to evolve, especially with the large number of distress sales. These data do not include any private sales nor manufactured housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate but are not guaranteed.  READ MORE: San Marcos - A Thriving Inland Residential Community Media reports speak in general terms, rather than local, so that information may not represent the reality of our local San Marcos real estate market. Having data from a knowledgeable agent about the local market conditions benefits you as the buyer or seller when making decisions about buying and selling.  In December 2009 there were 102 homes sold in San Marcos' 2 zip codes (92069 and 92078). Here's the breakdown of overall activity.    TOTAL DETACHED ATT... 01/11/2010

San Marcos, California, sales for the first week of the New Year had the following: 92078 --- Active New  listings Detached. 9 Pending(in escrow)               0 One Sold --closing on a home located at 1930 W. San Marcos Blvd, #335 Sales Price $110,000. Days on Market 77.  Active New Listings Attached: 92078 8 New Active Attached Listing; 0 Pending 0 Closed. Total New Listings for zip code 92078 Detached and attached. 17 with no pending or contingent escrows and one closing. 92069: Active New Detached Listing - 6 0 Pending 0 Closed Sales.   Active Attached New Listing: - 7 0-Pendings 0 Closed Sales. Total New Listings for zip code 92069 detached and attached. 13 with no pending or contingent escrows and 0 closings.  Total New listing for the City of San Marcos 30.   01/11/2010

If you are considering buying or selling a home or a condo in San Marcos, California, then it's a good idea to be familiar with the latest real estate market data. The media plays a large role in pointing out the unique challenges of the current San Diego County housing market. However, in most cases, the information provided is not specific to a particular city or local community. Here's the latest information about the city of San Marcos (2 ZIP codes):   San Marcos Detached Home Sales for November and December 2009    Total Sold Days on Market Average Sold Pice November 2009 54 52 $406,991 December 2009 68 58 $451,690   San Marcos Condo Sales for November and December 2009    Total Sold Days on Market Average Sold Price November 2009 29 83 $261,043 December 2009 31 54 $209,190 While t... 01/06/2010

San Elijo Hills Market Walk mixed-use center, which features 11,000 square feet of retail space and 12 townhomes has leased 80%,of the retail space located in the Towncenter on san Elijo Forest Road. The following are tenants that are open for business: Windmill Cleaners Postal Annex Pepper Hills (A healthy dining and take out eatery.) Dexters deli Yoguart Utopia Hometown Realty San Elijo Hills Visitor Center MarketWalk is one of the final components in San Elijo Hills Towncenter receiving numerous awards. To get more info. www.sanelijohills.com/marketwalk. 01/06/2010

Sales data for the month of December  2009 for sales in the local community of San Marcos, Ca. Detached homes sold in zip code 92069   28 Detached Homes sold in zip code 92078   37   Attached Homes sold in zip code 92069     21 Attached Homes sold in zip code 92078     20   Total homes sold for the month of December  Detached - 65 Total homes sold for the month of December attached -  41   Total Sold homes including detached and attached  106. The community of San Marcos, saw a jump in sales for the last month of the year 2009. A 27% increase in home sales. Go San Marcos, California.   01/04/2010

  Inspect the outside ground. Remove any building materials, scrap wood, discarded household items, etc. from the property. Store garbage cans in the garage. Check the home from the roof line down. Is the roof free and clear from obstructions and moss? Are the gutters clear and neatly hung? Are the windows clean and free from obstructions (such as overgrown bushes or trees)? Are bushes, trees and shrubs neatly pruned? Inspect the condition of the paint or siding? Is it time to power wash the siding? Is touch up paint needed? Is the front door in good shape? Do flower beds need an upgrade? Are plants neatly pruned? Is the bed free and clear of weeds? Is the bed properly mulched? Are flowers in bloom? Keep the lawn neatly groomed. Is the lawn free from weeds? Is the lawn free from grass c... 01/01/2010

Got Junk?  Help rid our city of its E-Waste--Save our environment and get rid of your unwanted e-waste!  Saturday and Sunday, February 20 and 21, 2010 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm at Creekside Marketplace  (Grand Avenue and San Marcos Blvd-Staples/Best Buy shopping center) This event is an effort to provide residents and businesses an opportunity to properly dispose of their electronic obsolete, and at the same time reduce illegal e-waste dumping in the community and landfills.  In addition, the event also helps save our natural resources from being further depleted.E-waste is defined as any consumer electronic equipment that has reached its ''end-of-life'', ''end-of-usage'', whether in working or non-working condition.  Most electronics or electronic equipment with a cord or circuit board q... 12/31/2009

On January 13th 2010 California State University San Marcos is schedule to hold a public meeting to solicit comments on new academic program in audiology and speech pathology catered to professional who work with students in kindergarten through the 12th grade. The university is under going review by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-language pathology. In put is being sort on what students that are looking to get from a masters degree in this program. The meeting will start at 4:30PM, in room 101 of University Hall. Campus is at 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd. 12/28/2009

Roughly one in every seven mortgages either was past due or in foreclosure by the end of the third quarter-the highest delinquency rate in the 37-year history of the Mortgage Bankers Association's National Delinquency Survey.  Two factors are expected to drive delinquencies even higher next year: Underwater homeowners and unemployment.  Nearly one in four homeowners currently owes more on their mortgage than their home currently is worth, and additional job losses could mean more borrowers will be unable to meet their mortgage obligations   The performance of the national housing market is much less important than the local real estate market, and sales and pricing trends will vary a great deal from one area to the next.  Some real estate industry experts forecast home prices in certain... 12/27/2009

From the moment you enter the double doors of the Spaghetti Factory, you will be transported into a truly pleasant culinary experience. The décor is fashionably design with an antique motif. Vintage pictures of San Diego abound on the walls that take you back to the early 1900 as an added bonus you can request seating in the trolley car, which is part of the charm for the kids.    The menu consists of a wide range of spaghetti combination, along with some dishes that offer chicken as well as fish. Lunch specials are available. With your meal you are offer bread along with a choice of either soup or salad, and the main course. Save room for desert, for an astonishingly reasonable price you get desert included.  Located right off the 78 freeway and Twin Oaks exist in San Marcos, it is eas... 12/21/2009

First time buyers CAN complete in this market! Many First time buyers are frustrated because they may be going with FHA financing, which is not the first choice for the sellers out there.  Most of the sellers in our market are banks. Even if the seller is the owner, the majority of those sellers are doing a short sale, which must be approved by their lender. I am extremely happy to share that first time home buyers, using FHA financing do get their offers accepted and they DO get into their first home.   blah blah blah....a picture is worth a thousand words....see below!!  They are holding a RE/MAX key fob.   . . . . * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * For your Real Estate needs in North San Diego or Southwest Riverside County........ Make... 12/17/2009

The San Marcos real estate market continues to evolve, especially with the large number of distress sales. These data do not include any private sales nor manufactured housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate but are not guaranteed.  Media reports speak in general terms, rather than local, so that information may not represent the reality of our local San Marcos real estate market. Having data from a knowledgeable agent about the local market conditions benefits you as the buyer or seller.  In November 2009 there were 72 homes sold in San Marcos' 2 zip codes (92069 and 92078), down 33% from the prior month. Here's the breakdown of overall activity.    TOTAL DETACHED ATTACHED # Sold 72 (down 33%) 45 (down 42%) 27 (down 10%) Ave. $ $355,006 (down 6%) ... 12/05/2009

Cal State San Marcos, yesterday stopped accepting undergraduate applications, the earliest the school has done so in its 20 year history. Since its inception back in 1961 California State University system has been all about access. Meet the minimum requirement, apply on time and for the most you got in. Not so any longer. Competition has come in a big way to the 23 campus 450,000 student network ----the nation's largest college system. For students willing to stay close to home, the silver lining is a decade-old Cal State policy guaranteeing admission to qualified applicants of each university's service area. There is a slight wrinkle, no longer can you miss any dead lines if you do you are eliminated --- period. Cal State San Marcos which has 9,700 students is looking to trim its enro... 12/04/2009

Sales data for the month of November 2009 for sales in the local community of San Marcos, Ca. Detached homes sold in zip code 92069   19 Detached Homes sold in zip code 92078   29   Attached Homes sold in zip code 92069     9 Attached Homes sold in zip code 92078     20   Total homes sold for the month of October Detached - 48 Total homes sold for the month of October attached -  29   Total Sold homes including detached and attached  77. The community of San Marcos, is seeing a lag in home sales, this is  the second month in a row. Inventory is tight, which might explain a 28% drop in sales from the Month of October or it could be that it is the time  of year..   12/04/2009

Fish House Vera Cruz Located In North San Diego County. 360 Via Vera Cruz, San Marcos, CA 92078 (760) 744-8000  Recently dined at the Fish House Vera Cruz in San Marcos, in what is know as California Restaurant Row on Sunday, we were seated on the patio; we chose to go mid afternoon. The weather was perfect for sitting out on the patio.  The hostess that seated us was very pleasant, and the waitress came quickly to take our orders.  The menu consist of only seafood, from the exotic to the ordinary, price wise it is semi affordable, the least expensive item on the menu is the cup of soup and then if you want bread that is an additional cost.  Which I must say is something new--- it use to be included.  Having dined at the Fish House Vera Cruz in Carlsbad, Temecula I find the location in ... 12/03/2009

It has been a big year for park development in San Marcos, Ca. The beautiful 30 acre Hollandia Park opened in October 2008 near Mission Hills High School and construction began in September 2008 on the new 19 acre Sunset park near La Mirada Drive and Poinsettia Ave. Work has also begun on the 200 acre Double Peak Park in the San Elijo Hills, with completion slated for Summer 2009. General Information and Features of Hollandia Park, San Marcos, Ca. Two lighted softball fields Lighted multi-purpose field Off-leash dog park Lighted Skatepark Adventure playground with climbing wall Picnic areas Horseshoe pits Amphitheater Multi-use trails For more information on recreational  parks in San Marcos, Ca., give us a call @ 1888-882-1198 Ext 111. 11/29/2009