Sunday, March 28, 2010

New Homes in Del Sur Continue To Sell - San Diego, CA

New Homes in San Diego

Demand for Del Sur homes in San Diego continues to be strong.

“Momentum continues to build at Del Sur,” said Bill Ostrem, president and CEO of Black Mountain Ranch LLC, developer of the 1,800-acre amenities-rich community. “The many qualities of our community, including neighborhood parks, high-achieving schools and miles of open space trails, speak volumes to today’s home buyer.”

According to Del Sur builders, like Shea Homes, new construction is under way or expected to start soon, and additional homes are planned for release next month.

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Three homes have sold since March 1 at Madeira at Del Sur by Shea Homes, selling out Phase 1 and 2. Since Jan. 1, the neighborhood has sold 15 homes. Phase 3 will be released within the next few months. Construction of Phase 1 is planned to start at the end of April. Madeira’s six floor plans span approximately 1,779 to 2,415 square feet and have two and three stories, up to five bedrooms and four bathrooms and two-car garages. Madeira prices start from the low $500,000s.

Three homes have sold since March 1 and only a few remain at Mandolin at Del Sur, also by Shea Homes. Eight homes have sold year-to-date. Construction is now under way on Phase 5, with early summer move-in expected. The attached-home neighborhood is priced from the high $400,000s. Mandolin offers five floor plans ranging from 1,643 to 2,333 square feet. The homes have two to five bedrooms, 2.5 to four baths and attached two-car garages. Set along one of the highest hilltops within the master-planned community, Mandolin is the only planned condominium community at Del Sur.

Del Sur San Diego has a strong environmental ethic, which is evident throughout its residential neighborhoods, within its construction practices and in its recreational amenities, including eight proposed private parks and 18 miles of hiking trails spread out over 1,800 acres of dedicated open space. All of the parks are designed to be energy efficient, with solar-heated pools, and attractive landscaping featuring drought-resistant plantings that use only reclaimed water. Cost savings from these conservation efforts are passed along to residents. The pedestrian-friendly community of Del Sur eventually will have 2,500 homes.

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Monday, March 22, 2010

Buy a New Home with No/Reduced Down Payment, Zero/Reduced Closing Costs and a Low Interest Rate!

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Looking for a way to buy a home with no down payment or low down payment? How about with zero or reduced closing costs?

Shea Homes offers 100% financing and will even pay all of your closing costs allowing you to keep money in your pocket. Not only that, you can also get a low interest rate on your loan.

VA and FHA loans are available with Shea Homes. These loan programs offer flexible underwriting guidelines that make it possible for you to afford a new home.

Shea Homes that are VA/FHA approved include:

In Chula Vista, CA:

  • Agave at Windingwalk
  • Amber at Windingwalk
  • Clover at Windingwalk
  • Sapphire at Windingwalk
  • Mosaic at Lomas Verdes
  • Estrella at San Miguel Ranch
  • Tapestry at Lomas Verdes

In San Diego, CA:

  • Mandolin at Del Sur
  • Madeira at Del Sur

In Escondido, CA:

  • Chaparral Ridge

Shea Homes is making it easier to buy your new home!

Monday, March 15, 2010

North Carolina Condo Living - A New Concept for A New Home in Charlotte

New Homes North Carolina

Having the reputation as one of the most livable large cities in America, Charlotte is thriving with exceptional quality of life, a diverse, vibrant economy, and a very favorable climate. It is a dynamic city that blends world-class amenities with Southern hospitality. It is the nation's second largest banking and financial center and the headquarters of seven Fortune 500 companies.

Life in Charlotte is enhanced by great southern cuisine, excellent schools, more than 100 golf courses, 15,000 acres of parks, two major recreational lakes and a safe environment for the whole family.

In the market for condominium living?

A new concept for the Charlotte area, condominium living in Riviera offers extensive nature areas and a quaint village of beautifully designed triplex condominiums. Here, you’ll discover maintenance-free living in your new home providing you more time for your favorite activities and hobbiesl! Living in the Ballantyne & South Charlotte area brings the conveniences of nearby restaurants, shopping, spas and golf. Quick access to I-485 and great schools are just around the corner.

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Riviera presents innovative plans where every condominium is an end unit with an attached garage! Choose from two, three or four bedrooms, and little extras such as gourmet kitchens, an optional fireplace in the living room, and garden tubs in the Owner’s Bath. Two-story plans or second level flats are available.

The above 2 bedroom, 2 bath loft (1,174 sq. ft.) 1 car garage condo features a quaint outdoor covered terrace. Oversized windows throughout almost every room bring in abundant natural light. Available options in the kitchen include granite countertops, tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances. The center island and 42” cabinets with crown molding ensure abundant storage space. The spacious Owner’s Suite includes a large walk-in closet and deluxe Owner's bath with tall vanities, dual sinks, and a separate shower and tub. Special features include a coffer ceiling in the master bedroom and optional gas fireplace in the Living room. Step out onto the private terrace to enjoy the outdoors in solitude, because with maintenance-free living, time is on your side. This model is priced from $139,250.

Four professionally decorated new home models are available for touring!

Monday, March 8, 2010

Energy Efficient New Homes

Energy efficient new homes that save money on utility bills, offer greater comfort and better performance, and help to protect the environment are available to homebuyers through a partnership with Shea Homes and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) ENERGY STAR Program.

"Shea Homes continually strives to provide environmentally friendly options for our home buyers increasing the value of our homes, and reducing our reliance on the earth's natural resources," said Ken Peterson, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Shea Homes. "Partnering with the EPA's ENERGY STAR program is just another way for us to enhance the lives of our home owners. Not only are these homes ENERGY STAR rated, but they go hand in hand with Shea's initiative of Superiology to build homes which are energy wiser, eco-friendlier, designed smarter and built better."

ENERGY STAR qualified homes offer homebuyers all the features they want in a new home, plus energy-saving features like effective insulation systems, high performance windows, tight construction and ducts, properly-sized and installed efficient heating and cooling equipment, efficient products, and third-party verification of energy performance.

ENERGY STAR rated homes must meet strict guidelines for energy efficiency set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. These homes are at least 15% more energy efficient than homes built to the 2004 International Residential Code (IRC), and include additional energy-saving features that typically make them 20-30% more efficient than standard homes. To be considered ENERGY STAR rated, all homes must include improved insulation, high-efficiency HVAC systems, high-efficiency lighting and appliances, as well as Low-E, vinyl windows. And, homes at these communities will be tested and inspected to ensure they meet the requirements.

"Most homebuyers focus on what's outside the walls," said Sam Rashkin, National Director for EPA's ENERGY STAR Homes Program, "but they also need to look behind the walls for the energy-efficient features found in ENERGY STAR qualified homes that help ensure comfort, quiet, improved indoor air quality and low utility bills for years to come.

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Shea Homes' ENERGY STAR rated communities are Granite Ridge and Mountain Shadows at Arroyo Mountain Estates in Litchfield Park and Entrada and Mountain View Estates at Vistancia in Peoria.

Friday, March 5, 2010

New Homes in Aliso Viejo, Ca - Model Homes Now Open


Glenwood Model Homes Now Open in Aliso Viejo!

These elegant new homes are located along the community's eastern edge, ranging from 3,096 to 3,597 square feet, with up to 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, attached 3-bay tandem garages. The exteriors of these new homes highlight Santa Barbara, Spanish and Early California architecture.

Glenwood is the new golf course master-planned community taking shape adjacent to the Jack Nicklaus-designed Aliso Viejo Country Club. With more than $20 million of community amenities, residents of Glenwood will experience a resort-inspired lifestyle. The 10,000 square foot Aliso Viejo Conference Center is planned to offer state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment, three banquet rooms, three private meeting rooms and a romantic, view-enhanced wedding lawn with intimate gazebo.

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And right now, for a limited time, a golf membership at Aliso Viejo Country Club can be yours when you purchase a Glenwood home.

Your membership will bring you numerous exclusive benefits:

• Unlimited golf for you, your spouse and your children (under 23 years of age)

• Use of the Club’s restaurant and bar,

• Complimentary access to the expansive fitness facilities in the Clubhouse,

• A wide variety of social activities including Happy Hours, Holiday Parties, Wine Dinners and Specialty Food Nights, and

• Complimentary golf and dining privileges at over 200 country clubs nationwide.

Membership is also available when you purchase a new home at Harbor Station, Pasadera and Vista Vallarta.

Purchase a new home at Glenwood and enjoy 4 acres of public parks, two tot lots and trails with fitness stations along with easy access to major employment centers in Newport Beach and the Irvine Spectrum, Laguna Beach, UC Irvine, Aliso Viejo Town Center, The Shops at Mission Viejo, beaches, excellent schools, Soka University, and the San Joaquin Hills Tollway.

For more information on new homes in the area visit www.SheaHomes.com.