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January 10, 2016

Camarillo Homes For Sale

CAMARILLO HOMES FOR SALE | NEW LISTINGS | UNLISTED HOMES

Camarillo is primarily a bedroom community and is a mere hour north of Los Angeles and only a half hour away from the beach, Camarillo is nestled below the Conejo foothills amongst green fields cooled by sea breezes. Where more than 300 days of sunshine a year beckon you outdoors, everything from shopping and concerts to weddings and dining is done alfresco here. A town with a rich history extending centuries, Camarillo melds old world charm with new sights, sounds and flavors that will lure you to stay awhile to explore and enjoy so much, so close.

Camarillo is located in Pleasant Valley at the eastern end of the Oxnard Plain, with the Santa Susana Mountains to the north, the Camarillo Hills to the northwest, the Conejo Valley to the east, and the western reaches of the Santa Monica Mountains to the south.

Camarillo and the surrounding area has a temperate, Mediterranean-type climate. Its location in a coastal valley brings mild ocean breezes and temperatures in the 70s throughout most of the year.

In the mid-1990s, multiple large retail centers, including one of California’s largest outlet malls and movie theater were built south of US 101 and west of Carmen Drive. These new retail centers have provided a large influx of cash to the city; from 1993 to 1998 sales tax revenues nearly doubled from approximately $3.5 million to approximately $6.5 million. On April 23, 2009, several new shops and restaurants opened at the Camarillo Premium Outlets, designated “The Promenade”.

The Pleasant Valley Recreation & Park District is located in and around the City of Camarillo, serves a population of over 70,000 and covers an area approximately 45 square miles. It has grown from one park and 30 acres to 27 parks and over 300 acres since its inception in 1962.

Parks

The single most important reason to live in Camarillo is the city’s park and community resources that make Camarillo one of the best cities in which to live. With excellent schools, low crime, and local business growth, the highlight is the overwhelming number of parks and locations for recreation.

Aldolfo Park	Arneill Ranch Park
Birchview Park	Bob Kildee Community Park
Calleguas Creek	Camarillo Grove Park
Carmenita Park	Charter Oak Park
Community Center Park	Dos Caminos Park
Encanto Park	Foothill Park
Freedom Park	Heritage Park
Laurelwood Park	Lokker Park
Mission Oaks Park	Nancy Bush Park
Pitts Ranch Park	Pleasant Valley Fields
Quito Park	Springville Park
Trailside Park	Valle Lindo Park
Woodcreek Park	Woodside Park

Facilities

Aquatic Center	Auditorium
Classrooms	Community Center
Dirt BMX Track	Equestrian Center
Freedom Center	Freedom Gym
Roller Hockey Rink	R/C Track
Senior Center	Skatepark

Within the District, a variety of recreational facilities exist including:

Senior Center
Only Public Indoor Aquatic Center in Ventura County
Community Center
Dog Parks
Lighted Ball Fields
Tennis Courts
Running Track
Walking Paths
Soccer Fields
Hiking Trails
Picnic Shelters
Children’s Play Equipment
Skatepark
Barbecue Areas

CAMARILLO HOMES FOR SALE | NEW LISTINGS | UNLISTED HOMES

Corey Chambers, Realty Source Inc, BRE#01889449

January 7, 2016

North Santa Ana Homes For Sale

NORTH SANTA ANA HOMES FOR SALE | NEW LISTINGS | UNLISTED

North Santa Ana is a haven of parks, single family homes, and good schools. It’s placement is ideal for living a rural live while being minutes away from urban needs. The area is set apart from other parts of Santa Ana and the area by the natural landscape.

The Santa Ana River Trail is a multi-use trail complex that runs alongside the Santa Ana River. The trail stretches 30 miles from the Pacific Ocean at Huntington Beach along the Santa Ana River to the Orange/Riverside county line. It is the longest multi-use trail in Southern California, currently being restored to span 100 miles.

Santiago Creek is a major watercourse in Orange County and in the U.S. About 34 miles long, it drains most of the northern Santa Ana Mountains and is a tributary to the Santa Ana River. It is one of the longest watercourses entirely within the county.

The Santiago Creek watershed covers about 100 square miles in northern Santa Ana and northern Orange County. The upper part of the creek is free-flowing, while the lower section is urbanized and includes parts of the cities of Tustin, Orange, and Santa Ana.

River View Golf Course in Santa Ana offers a unique and challenging golfing experience which can be found nowhere else in Orange County.

Several of our golf holes play adjacent to or across the seasonal Santa Ana River. Playing these holes can be a challenge that tests not only the golfer’s skill but their ability to successfully navigate a challenging golf hole. Nowhere else in Southern California is there a river mid-city to challenge a golfer’s game.

This course has played host to many tournaments and championship events over the years. Past River View Tournament winners have included Scott Simpson, Lew Cooper, Louie Carrasco Jr. and Tiger Woods.

NORTH SANTA ANA HOMES FOR SALE | NEW LISTINGS | UNLISTED

Corey Chambers, Realty Source Inc, BRE#01889449

January 6, 2016

Park Santiago Santa Ana Homes For Sale

PARK SANTIAGO HOMES FOR SALE | NEW LISTINGS | UNLISTED

Once the abundant beauty of Park Santiago has captured your heart, the charm of it will hold it forever. A captivating setting in Santa Ana unites with community to create a place like no other. Park Santiago’s 1,175 homes are nestled between 17th Street, the 5 freeway, Main Street, Santiago Park and Lincoln Street. Verdant tree-lined streets, stylish architecture, and friendly neighbors make this Santa Ana neighborhood a hidden gem offering serenity in a community so near a bustling metropolis.

There’s more fun to be had at the numerous events created for the enjoyment of Park Santiago’s residents and their guests. Kids and adults alike will be entertained and get acquainted at the annual Concert in the Park, and the 4th of July parade.

The Park Santiago Neighborhood Association is active in preserving and enhancing the quality of the neighborhood. The local residents volunteer and create various committees helping to make our community a better place to live.

PARK SANTIAGO HOMES FOR SALE | NEW LISTINGS | UNLISTED

Corey Chambers, Realty Source Inc, BRE#01889449

January 6, 2016

Wilshire Square Santa Ana Homes For Sale

WILSHIRE SQUARE HOMES FOR SALE | NEW LISTINGS | UNLISTED

Wilshire Square is a neighborhood in Santa Ana where neighbors know each other. Wilshire Square is not just a collection of historic houses, it is also a place where people gather and socialize during the summer concert. Where neighbors swap cuttings to expand their gardens. Where you know your neighbors well enough to actually recognize them when you run into them in Home Depot or the supermarket.

The first house in Wilshire Square was built in 1915. The majority of homes was completed between 1922 and 1931, with a second building phase between 1935 and 1942. Very few houses were built after that, though a few were built as late as the 1950s. The wide tree-lined streets, period street lighting, and large lawns and gardens add to the neighborhood’s charm.

The homes were built by master craftsmen with Arts and Craft style overtures. The houses reflect some of the architectural styles popular at the time — Tudor Revival, Spanish Colonial, and California Bungalow. Although you will find similarities in the houses, because each one was custom-built, they all reflect the individuality of the original owners and builders. In many cases, you will also see the influence of subsequent owners who have completed sensitive remodeling, renovation, and addition projects to their home.

Residents enjoy wandering through some of the neighborhood gardens. Each one reflects the personality and style of the home, and each is an artistic and thoughtful complement to the home it surrounds.

WILSHIRE SQUARE HOMES FOR SALE | NEW LISTINGS | UNLISTED

Corey Chambers, Realty Source Inc, BRE#01889449

January 6, 2016

Floral Park Santa Ana Homes For Sale

FLORAL PARK HOMES FOR SALE | NEW LISTINGS | UNLISTED

Located in the northern tip of Santa Ana, the Floral Park neighborhood is a community of more than 600 vintage homes, most of which were built from the 1920s through the 1950s. Recognized as one of Orange County’s most established neighborhoods, the neighborhood is representative of a bygone era—one of gracious tree-shaded streets, abundant lawns and flowers, unique and stylish homes and, most importantly, friendly neighbors! Once blanketed by orange, avocado and walnut groves, the neighborhood features original farmhouses and the sweet smell of orange blossoms still fills the air.

The Floral Park Neighborhood Association actively works to preserve the character and beauty of the neighborhood and to provide a sense of community and tradition to its residents. Over 100 homes in Floral Park are on the Santa Ana Register of Historic Properties.

Floral Park was the recipient of the 2005 Neighborhood of the Year Award awarded by Neighborhood, USA, and ranked as the Number One Neighborhood in 2007 in the Orange County Register’s Best of Orange County rankings.

FLORAL PARK HOMES FOR SALE | NEW LISTINGS | UNLISTED
Corey Chambers, Realty Source Inc, BRE#01889449

January 6, 2016

Meredith Parkwood Santa Ana Homes For Sale

MEREDITH PARKWOOD SANTA ANA HOMES FOR SALE | NEW LISTINGS | UNLISTED

Founded in 1869 Santa Ana is a historic city with a modern heart, located within the warm climes of Southern California, just 10 miles from the coast. Santa Ana is part of the Greater Los Angeles Area but has its very own distinct charm and appeal with plenty of places of interest for residents and visitors along with fabulous dining and shopping opportunities. Santa Ana is “somewhat walkable” though if you’re living in Downtown you can do just about everything on foot, making this the best neighborhood in Santa Ana.

Meredith Parkwood is overall one of the nicest neighborhoods in Santa Ana to live in. It’s right in the eastern reaches of the city, close to Tustin, and includes all the shops, restaurants, grocery stores, schools and services you’d need, plus there are more parks and open spaces here to enjoy. The crime index is lower than the Santa Ana average so it’s a safe neighborhood too.

MEREDITH PARKWOOD SANTA ANA HOMES FOR SALE | NEW LISTINGS | UNLISTED

Corey Chambers, Realty Source Inc, BRE#01889449

December 8, 2015

Highland Park Homes For Sale

HIGHLAND PARK HOMES FOR SALE | NEW LISTINGS | UNLISTED

Highland Park is a historic neighborhood in Northeast Los Angeles. It is inhabited by a variety of ethnic and socioeconomic groups. Highland Park is a hilly neighborhood in the city of Los Angeles, located in the San Rafael Hills and along the Arroyo Seco. It is situated within what was once Rancho San Rafael of the Spanish/Mexican era.

Its boundaries are roughly the Arroyo Seco Parkway (California Route 110) on the southeast, the city limits of Pasadena on the northeast, Oak Grove Drive on the north, and Avenue 51 on the west.

Highland Park is building a reputation as a mecca for artists, with trendy shops, galleries, bars and restaurants opening throughout the neighborhood. The continuation of several long-time businesses lend credibility to the neighborhood’s hipster status and add to its charm.

The trendy clothing chain Forever 21 was founded in Highland Park in 1984. The first store continues to operate in its original location bears the original name of the company, Fashion 21.

New hipster clubs have joined the local dive bars, with all become trendy gathering places. The Old LA Certified Farmers Market opened in 2006, operating adjacent to the Highland Park Gold Line Station and providing a new nexus of community activity. A number of shops selling vintage clothes and boutiques offering hip home-decor accessories have opened along York Boulevard.

Highland Park has a legacy of local businesses, some that have been a staple in the Highland Park community for over 20 years. The first of such businesses is Galco’s Soda Pop Stop. Galco’s has been family owned and operated for more than 100 years.

In addition, another cultural landmark in Highland Park is Avenue 50 Studio. Avenue 50 Studio is a nonprofit community-based organization grounded in Latino and Chicano culture.

Highland Park is served by the Highland Park (LACMTA station), along Metro’s Gold Line light rail line. Highland Park is served by the historic Arroyo Seco Parkway (California State Route 110), formerly known as the Pasadena Freeway.

HIGHLAND PARK HOMES FOR SALE | NEW LISTINGS | UNLISTED

Corey Chambers, Realty Source Inc, BRE#01889449

August 30, 2015December 16, 2017

Downtown Los Angeles

Downtown Los Angeles

DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES HOMES FOR SALE | FOR LEASE | NEW LISTINGS

We’ve recently received word of some new Downtown historic lofts coming up for sale in September, several new luxury high-rise condos for sale, new 3-story townhomes in Silver Lake (some with private rooftop terraces and views), new high-rise luxury Downtown apartments for lease and even new short-term luxury high-rise apartments as well.

Now that most experts agree that interest rates will be rising sooner rather than later, buyers can lock in low rates in a super strong, relatively stable market in the most exciting place on Earth. We are recently hearing more and more people compare Downtown L.A. to New York City. Of course, Downtown does not compare to NYC in population density, and New York does not compare to Downtown LA in spaciousness, climate or entertainment and recreation options. Best of all, compared to New York City, prices in Downtown Los Angeles are still quite a great deal for now.

DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES HOMES FOR SALE | FOR LEASE | NEW LISTINGS

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