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by Roberta Murphy A rare La Costa real estate listing: This luxurious single level residence overlooks La Costa Golf Course and has almost 1600 square feet. This 2007 former model home offers two bedrooms, small office, fully-equipped gourmet kitchen, upgraded baths, custom architectural detailing and a large private patio that overlooks and fronts the golf course.

Safety First When You List Your Home

January 13, 2015

Carlsbad, Encinitas, La Costa, Selling

Safety first, we advise our Encinitas, La Costa and Carlsbad real estate clients who list their homes for sale with us. We don’t mean to be nagging mother hens, but safety is a prime concern. When this infographic came out last nighit from the California Assiciation of Realtors (CAR), I immediately thought of sharing not

Bath Remodel: Increase My Carlsbad Home Value?

October 11, 2014

Carlsbad, La Costa, Selling

When showing off Carlsbad and La Costa real estate, clients swoon over each updated bath remodel. They love the higher sinks, use of woods and stone and the spa-like feel they convey. Is the lure of a new home got you thinking about putting yours on the market? Perhaps your neighbor added a new bathroom last year

Most Expensive Home for Sale in La Costa

October 11, 2014

Carlsbad, La Costa, Selling

La Costa real estate is flush with 57 listings priced at or over $1 million, but the most expensive home for sale in La Costa is the elegant12,800+ square foot estate at 2485 Obelsico, Carlsbad, CA 92009. It carries a price tag of $4,995,900, offers panoramic ocean views and could easily compete with many of

What’s My La Costa Home Worth?

October 5, 2014

Carlsbad, La Costa, Selling

Are you, like many of your neighbors, wondering about your current La Costa home worth or value? Zillow Zestimates aren’t much value when real estate markets are in transition. They make their estimates based on prior sales and are unable to take into account pending sales, market temperature–and agent whispers. We welcome to have you check

Thinking of Selling Your La Costa Home?

October 2, 2014

Buying, Carlsbad, Selling

by Roberta Murphy If you are thinking of selling your La Costa home or condo, your timing in the La Costa real estate market couldn’t be much better. Buyer demand is still high and we are having difficulty finding enough inventory to meet demand. Part of the problem relates to season, with many assuming the

Considering a New Roof For Your Carlsbad Home This Winter?

September 29, 2014

Carlsbad, Home Improvement, La Costa, Selling

Been thinking about a new roof lately? Concerned about a possible El Nino hitting San Diego this winter? Many homes in North County San Diego have tile and concrete roofs, while others have composition. And with our rainier (hopefully) San Diego season approaching, now might be the best time to consider a new roof for

Maintaining a Home in San Diego

September 18, 2014

Home Improvement, San Diego, Selling

Maintaining a home in San Diego differs a bit from other areas of the country–particularly in our coastal region. We don’t have blankets of snow in the winter and we tend to be surprised when rain storms arrive. Our gardens grow year round and we fear termites more than thunderstorms. So what are some things

Want to Retire in San Diego?

August 29, 2014

Buying, Carlsbad, La Costa, Selling

by Roberta Murphy We receive calls almost weekly from people wanting to retire in San Diego, Carlsbad or La costa. And because of our Carlsbad location, many of these calls are from folks hoping to buy a home in La Costa, or coastal Carlsbad, Encinitas or Oceanside. And if they already live in California and

La Costa Condos: Hot Market

April 19, 2014

Buying, Carlsbad, La Costa, Selling

by Roberta Murphy–Carlsbad, CA In the La Costa real estate market, it seems that La Costa condos have become the hot ticket–at least judging from the calls we’ve received the last few months. Many of the callers are seeking second homes that are close to the beach, are near golf and tennis facilities, and that