This past Saturday was the opening of Rockledge in La Costa Oaks, in Carlsbad, CA.  We stopped by Saturday morning just to see the traffic.  It wasn’t nearly as busy as the grand opening of Copperwood in La Costa Oaks about a month ago.  So, we wondered about the potential immediate success of the development.  It seemed to me that given the AMAZING price range for being part of my much loved La Costa Oaks subdivision, that the community would be much busier that morning.

HOWEVER – we happened to stop by again on Sunday evening about 4:00 pm on our way to The Carlsbad Outlet Mall and Ruby’s.  And although, the traffic still wasn’t bustling, it was steady.  And imagine out surprise when we spoke to the sales representative and found that FOUR OF THE NINE homes that had just been released the day prior were already sold!!!!

As a real estate agent – that is GREAT news.  It reinforces some of the trends we are seeing with our clients – if you find a great home at the right price – you better be ready to act.  They are often selling on the first day on the market – at ABOVE asking price.  Does that mean the booming market is back – not necessarily.  But in a price range under $500k to $600k – homes are selling, and often selling quickly!

As for Rockledge at La Costa Oaks – Colrich expects to build 43 homes – many with canyon and ocean views.  The schools are the very highly rated and desirable – Mission Estancia Elementary, Diegueno Middle, and La Costa Canyon High School.

Rockledge at La Costa Oaks have homes between 1,913 and 2,463 square feet.  The property tax base is 1.3%.  As a La Costa Oaks homeowner, you will have access to The Oaks Club (which includes a gathering room, catering kitchen, swimming pool, bbq areas, and fully equipped exercise facility).  You will also have access to the coming La Costa Oaks Splash – a second pool and bbq area scheduled for completion in late 2009.

There are $10,000 of incentives offered if you use the preferred lender.  If you choose to use our services, the Mewborn Team is also offering a $4,000 incentive toward closing costs.  You ALSO have up to possibly $18,000 of tax credits available.   The financial incentives are HUGE!  ASK US HOW!

If you have any questions about Rockledge, La Costa Oaks, or any other local real estate communities, please contact us.  We are always happy to answer your questions.

Homes start at 2900 sf and go as high as almost 3400 sf. With builder incentives, the homes are selling for as low as almost $500k.

If you would like to see these Oceanside homes, any Carlsbad homes, or have any other real estate questions, please contact us.

Located conveniently (to homes in Carlsbad, La Costa, Leucadia, San Elijo, and Encinitas) in the Carlsbad Forum Shops, Casa de Bandini is anticipating a June opening date.  As residents of La Costa Oaks, we spend tons of time at the Carlsbad Forum Shops, and never really took to Yellow Coyote. 

Some of our friends and neighbors remember the “old” Casa de Bandini as one of their favorite San Diego restaurants.  As such, this La Costa resident is looking forward to their opening.  News to follow when we see their doors open.  If you have any La Costa or Carlsbad community favorites or any real estate questions, please contact us below.

When I first moved to my La Costa home, I didn’t fully understand how great it was to have The La Costa Resort and Spa so close.  I expected La Costa’s resort to be just another high end resort that was too close to my home to ever really enjoy.  Was I ever wrong!

The La Costa Resort’s Spa Under The Stars is designed FOR the Carlsbad and La Costa communities.  It is a discounted evening to encourage you to come use their facilities.

This year, the La Costa Spa Under the Stars program runs from 4 pm to 8 pm on Thursday evenings throughout the summer.

The event offers treatment specials, spa cafe happy hour with discount appetizer plates, wine and champagne.  They host different speakers each week.

La Costa Resort’s Spa Under The Stars admission is $45, but waived with the purchase of a treatment.  Gather your Carlsbad girlfriends and plan a girls night out!  Visit La Costa Resort  for more information.

If you ever have any questions about La Costa or Carlsbad real estate or community events, please contact us.

If you are looking for something to do with your spouse or family in or around your Carlsbad or La Costa home, try Bellefleur in the Carlsbad Premium Outlets. They serve Sunday Brunch from 10-2 for $21.95 per adult. The juice and champagne are free flowing and the food is great. And maybe you can do some shopping while you are there.

If you have any questions about life around our Carlsbad or La Costa homes, or any other coastal communities, please contact us.

Mahogany New Construction

If you are looking for a large, luxury home with more amenities than you can imagine at prices that you wouldn’t believe, look no further than Mahogany in San Marcos. Mahogany is right off San Elijo Road, really at the entrance to San Elijo. It is also less than 1/4 mile from the very desirable homes of La Costa Oaks.

The homes range from almost 3100 square feet to almost 3900 square feet – with prices starting AS LOW AS $618,900!  That is UNHEARD of for new homes in the La Costa, Carlsbad, and San Marcos areas!

These homes come with air conditioning (often not standard in San Diego homes) maple cabinet, stainless appliances, family room fireplace, granite countertops, and front yard landscaping. If you are looking for an AMAZING Carlsbad or La Costa home, consider Mahogany. It has a San Marcos address, but you can’t beat the value!

We mentioned a week ago that we had gone to visit Copperwood at La Costa Oaks, the new community in La Costa Oaks by Colrich.  If you live in La Costa or Carlsbad and haven’t gone by, you really should.  The floor plans are unique and the decorating is inspired.

Some Basic Information about Copperwood at La Costa Oaks:

There are 53 homes planned for the La Costa community.
The Copperwood Community’s property taxes will be about 1.3%.
The La Costa Oaks North Community will have its own pool and bbq areas – called The Splash.  They will also have access to the pool and The Oaks Club in La Costa Oaks South.
The HOA dues are expected to start at about $242/mo, decreasing to about $223/mo at the completion of Copperwood and Rockledge (a coming La Costa Oaks community). 

The children will attend schools in the Encinitas Union and San Dieguito Union High School Districts.  The schools for Copperwood at La Costa Oaks are currently La Costa Heights Elementary School, Oak Crest Middle School, and La Costa Canyon High School.

There are $10,000 of incentives offered if you use the preferred lender.  If you choose to use our services, the Mewborn Team is also offering a $4,000 incentive toward closing costs.  You ALSO have up to possibly $18,000 of tax credits available – ask us how.   The financial incentives are HUGE!

If you have any questions about La Costa, Carlsbad, or any other San Diego communities, please contact us below.  We are always happy to answer questions.

We visited Copperwood at La Costa Oaks last week. It was their Grand Opening – and they were not disappointed. There were cars parked up and down two streets, maybe 150 people touring the houses while we were there, and people lining up to talk to the lender for pre-approval.

The La Costa homes are typical on the outside, but inside were gorgeous, and very unique – a great addition to the neighborhood. A new builder provides a fresh prospective – and helps keep our neighborhoods from looking like the tract homes of old – always a plus for La Costa homeowners.

However, no matter how much I loved the houses – I couldn’t help feeling awed by the number of people out touring the homes yesterday. It may be too soon to tell, but maybe this market is turning around! Maybe the buyers are back out – looking at their options! Here is a picture of just the parking craziness! If you haven’t gone to see the houses – take a trip through. We’ll post pictures and details later this week – when we can go on a weekday without all the other La Costa home seekers!

If you have any questions about this, or any other La Costa homes, please contact us at (858) 205-2000.