For arguments sake…. let’s say I was going to buy a house now.

Does our house even exist?

Wife and I (no kids) are looking for a house in the 1.5-2mil price range. At least 3 bedrooms, 2500sq ft, (modern design?), back yard big enough for a fire pit, hot tub, BBQ and a couple lounge chairs, 3 car garage.

Easy access to highways, away from direct fire danger, close to shopping/restaurants. Easy beach access/commute. low/no Mello Roos?

View?—Golf course/Hill/Canyon/Lake/Ocean

We have been searching Redfin, and realtor.com and nothing even comes close to what we are looking for…...

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Is this house even possible in this price range?

THANKS!!!!

Iron,
What is the criteria you have been using for your Redfin search?  Describe what you have been entering into the Redfin search wizard.

Area of Interest: (neighborhood name, or zipcode?)
Property Type: (SFR, Condo, Townhouse?)
Types of Listings: (MLS, MLS-foreclosed, FSBO, Bank-owned listing?)

Home Facts:
> Price
> Beds
> Bath
> Sq. Feet
> Lot Size
> Parking
> Year Built

I am certain that such a house could exist if you can answer the criteria questions above.

redline - 10 November 2008 01:16 AM

Iron,
What is the criteria you have been using for your Redfin search?  Describe what you have been entering into the Redfin search wizard.

Area of Interest: (neighborhood name, or zipcode?)
Property Type: (SFR, Condo, Townhouse?)
Types of Listings: (MLS, MLS-foreclosed, FSBO, Bank-owned listing?)

Home Facts:
> Price
> Beds
> Bath
> Sq. Feet
> Lot Size
> Parking
> Year Built

I am certain that such a house could exist if you can answer the criteria questions above.

The problem I arrive at is that I can’t find a neighborhood that fits all the criteria. The closest match I get is Newport Beach but the house I am looking for is $4 mil.

But thanks!  I will have to play around with Redfin some more and keep looking..

much appreciated

WALLOFIRON - 10 November 2008 12:40 AM

For arguments sake…. let’s say I was going to buy a house now.

Does our house even exist?

Wife and I (no kids) are looking for a house in the 1.5-2mil price range. At least 3 bedrooms, 2500sq ft, (modern design?), back yard big enough for a fire pit, hot tub, BBQ and a couple lounge chairs, 3 car garage.

Easy access to highways, away from direct fire danger, close to shopping/restaurants. Easy beach access/commute. low/no Mello Roos?

View?—Golf course/Hill/Canyon/Lake/Ocean

We have been searching Redfin, and realtor.com and nothing even comes close to what we are looking for…...

———-

Is this house even possible in this price range?

 

THANKS!!!!

For argument’s sake, I previewed four of them yesterday.  (Granted, one had been “liberated” of its toilets, sinks, and the BBQ, but they are available in that price range and below.) 

The question right now is not if such a product is available, but moreso if it is a wise investment choice.  That’s up to you and your wife and any of your advisors to decide, and entirely dependent on your own individual situation.

IrvineRealtor - 10 November 2008 02:41 AM

“liberated”

IR, that is quite the euphemism!  LOL!  I can just see that in an MLS listing… liberated toilets and sinks!  Some poor sap would think that could be a good thing!

Have you looked in Costa Mesa in the Canyon area such as Avie Moore Terrace (I may not have the spelling correctly)

stepping_up - 10 November 2008 03:06 AM

Have you looked in Costa Mesa in the Canyon area such as Avie Moore Terrace (I may not have the spelling correctly)

never considered Costa Mesa as it seemed to be surrounded by “not so nice” streets/areas

WALLOFIRON - 10 November 2008 03:20 AM

stepping_up - 10 November 2008 03:06 AM

Have you looked in Costa Mesa in the Canyon area such as Avie Moore Terrace (I may not have the spelling correctly)

never considered Costa Mesa as it seemed to be surrounded by “not so nice” streets/areas

Take a look at Laguna Beach, Dana Point, and Huntington Harbor.

http://www.redfin.com/CA/Laguna-Niguel/10-Pacific-Crst-92677/home/4969331

http://www.redfin.com/CA/Laguna-Niguel/28842-Westport-Way-92677/home/5774624

This part of Costa Mesa is really nice and the area is so exclusive that you don’t have to worry about what’s to the east of you. There are ocean views and no mello roos and the property tax is one of the lowest in the county. They also have large lots. I thought I saw a listing on Aveimore Terrace for $1.2M, but don’t see it on redfin. It might be worth driving around this neighborhood.

Just an example of what you get for your money here

ABC123 - 10 November 2008 03:32 AM

http://www.redfin.com/CA/Laguna-Niguel/10-Pacific-Crst-92677/home/4969331

http://www.redfin.com/CA/Laguna-Niguel/28842-Westport-Way-92677/home/5774624

That looks like a nice house, but I wonder how they think it is worth 25% more than the 2005 price.

what about 2250 GOLDEN CIRCLE, Newport Beach, CA 92660?

thanks all for the great replies!!!

I will be looking over all the info and will let you know!!

Thanks again

http://www.redfin.com/CA/Laguna-Beach/600-Loretta-Dr-92651/home/4933400

I found the above linked modern home on Lagunamodern.com
Another good site for homes with modern architecture is socalmodern.com

Hope this helps

Have you looked into San Clemente at all? There are a couple of homes in the Talega neighborhood that are close to your criteria, and would be worth looking into.

1stStepRealtor - 10 November 2008 09:44 AM

Have you looked into San Clemente at all? There are a couple of homes in the Talega neighborhood that are close to your criteria, and would be worth looking into.

You aren’t a very good realtor are you?

WALLOFIRON - 10 November 2008 12:40 AM

Easy access to highways , away from direct fire danger, close to shopping/restaurants. Easy beach access/commute. low/no Mello Roos?

Or at least you do a good job of ignoring what your clients want.

I was thinking the same thing no_vas.

no_vaseline - 10 November 2008 04:45 PM

1stStepRealtor - 10 November 2008 09:44 AM

Have you looked into San Clemente at all? There are a couple of homes in the Talega neighborhood that are close to your criteria, and would be worth looking into.

You aren’t a very good realtor are you?

WALLOFIRON - 10 November 2008 12:40 AM

Easy access to highways , away from direct fire danger, close to shopping/restaurants. Easy beach access/commute. low/no Mello Roos?

Or at least you do a good job of ignoring what your clients want.

C’mon now, no need to over-react the guy just offered a suggestion.
Just like many of the other people on the thread.
Put the bazooka down.

WALLOFIRON - 10 November 2008 04:43 AM

thanks all for the great replies!!!

I will be looking over all the info and will let you know!!

Thanks again

I agree with those that mention Laguna Niguel and Dana Point…

You can try the Nellie Gail area of Laguna Niguel, some have sprawling panoramic hilltop views but no ocean/lake views there..other areas of LN have the great ocean views.

Monarch Beach area of Dana Point has beautiful ocean views and doesn’t have the fire danger in some of Laguna Beach.  You might be able to get both ocean and golfcourse if you go near the Ritz and other resorts in that area.

Good Luck! I wish I had your money to spend…it would make my decision a whole lot easier:)

I was thinking a place like this:

http://www.redfin.com/CA/San-Clemente/67-Calle-Careyes-92673/home/5933773

might match Iron’s criteria a bit better than the Canyon area of Costa Mesa.

1.5-2mil price range
At least 3 bedrooms, 2500sq ft
fire pit
hot tub
BBQ
3 car garage
no Mello Roos
Views of the Canyon, Golf Course, Hills, Ocean
further than Costa Mesa as far as freeway access and beach access, but it is a nicer neighborhood with shopping and restaurants less than a mile outside of the community

just wanted to offer another option to consider.

How is this not fitting of his criteria?

Beds:  4
Baths:  3
Sq. Ft.:  3,000
$/Sq. Ft.: $432
Lot Size:  7,047 Sq. Ft. 
Property Type: Single Family Residence
Style: Contemporary
Year Built: 1962
Stories: 2
View: Catalina Island, City Lights, City, Hills, Ocean, Panoramic, Water

Stunning Ocean Views,Gourmet Kitchen, Granite Counters/Island wtih seating, Sub-Zero Fridge, Bay Window, Large Dining Room, Colored Concrete Floors Throughout,Designer Carpet, Designer Paint, Crown Molding, Large Baseboards, Huge Formal Living Room w/Vaulted Ceilings, Large Family Room/Game Room, Wine Cellar with A/C, 2 Spacious Master Bedrooms (1 Downstairs & 1 Upstairs), Walk-In Closet, Fire & Ice Fireplaces, Den Area Upstairs off Master Bedroom w/Ocean Views & City Lights View from Master Bedroom, Large Tub for 2, Large Stand Alone Shower, Large Balcony off Master, Hardwood Doors Large Patio with Spa, 2 Firepits, Grass, Lush Landscaping, on Culdesac, 1 mile to Beach, Close to Bike Path, Schools, Fine Dining, Shopping and Entertainment, Private Neighborhood, Quiet Location

1160 Gleneagles Terrace

http://www.redfin.com/CA/Newport-Beach/2009-Centella-Pl-92660/home/4597711

That’s an improvment, but I don’t think there’s anything in Talega with easy access to freeways or the beach.

For comparision, my home in Orange is better IMO.

They are not modern and the dues are kind of expensive but no Mello Roos:

http://www.redfin.com/CA/Irvine/14-Sirius-92603/home/12388018

http://www.redfin.com/CA/Irvine/10-Galaxy-92603/home/12542510

http://www.redfin.com/CA/Irvine/12-Antares-92603/home/12520677

here is one of the nicest MCM homes in the area.  One that I wish I could afford:

http://blog.homgroup.com/2008/05/2408-santiago-drive-newport-beach.html

http://mikejamesrealestate.com/property.asp?agent=3627&property=res81279

http://www.zillow.com/homedetails/2408-Santiago-Dr-Newport-Beach-CA-92660/25469631_zpid

If you pick this one, you have to have us/me over for the housewarming party!

Walls of Iron, where are you commuting to?  That should probably be taken into consideration.