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March 11th, 2010
Newport Shores Market Update – March 10, 2010
Newport Shores Market Update – March 10, 2010
Newport Shores located at the west end of Newport Beach, is a beach communtiy. It is across the street from one of the most desirable beaches in Newport Beach. There are approximately 440 homes which are located in Newport Shores. Newport Shores also features a community clubhouse, heated pool, tennis court, sand volley ball court, basketball court and two play ground areas.
Currently there are seven active listings on the market, one in pending, and two solds since January, 2010.
If I can answer any questions about the Newport Shores homes for sale in Newport Beach, please contact me.
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March 9th, 2010
Newport Beach Real Estate Market Trends
Newport Beach Real Estate Market Trends
Newport Beach
Single Family Homes
Newport Beach is a very diverse city and offers something for everyone. There are bay front homes, beach front homes, gated communities, and homes on private golf courses. There is even a private lake in Newport Beach called Cherry Lake which is for the exclusive use of the residents.
Newport Beach offers a wonderful lifestyle. Residents of Newport Beach can enjoy living on the beach, and the beach lifestyle.
The average sale price of single family homes for the past year in Newport Beach is as follows:
There has been a decline since January, 2010, however the data is based upon only a portion of the month of March, as this report is written as of March 9, 2010. There have been five homes sold in March. The highest average home price was in September, 2009 and the average sold price was $2,012,922.
The average price per square foot of sold single family homes in Newport Beach for the past year is as follows:
The range for the price per square foot average is from $433.98 and the highest amount per square foot was in the month of October at $669.30.
If you have any questions regarding market trends, please contact me.
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Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com
Data obtained from the SoCal MLS, and is deemed accurate but not guaranteed.
March 9th, 2010
Toshiba Golf Classic Raises $900,000 for Hoag Hospital
Toshiba Golf Classic Raises $900,000 for Hoag Hospital
The Toshiba Golf Classic which was held at the Newport Beach Country Club raised $900,000 for Hoag Hospital according to the Daily Pilot. The Toshiba Golf Classic is the primary fund raiser for Hoag Hospital. The golf tournament which was held the week of March 1, 2010 to March 7, 2010 invites members of the tour to participate in the event. Overall, in the past 13 years, this golf tournament has raised $13 million dollars for Hoag Hospital.
This year, Fred Couples (a former Newport Beach resident) won the Toshiba Golf Classic. This was his first time playing in the event. Ronnie Black finished second, and Tom Lehman finished third overall.
The money that is raised for Hoag Hospital supports the Hoag Heart & Vascular Institute, Hoag Cancer Center, Orthopedic Services, Neuroscience, and Women’s Health Services.
This golf tournament is for golfers who are 50 years of age or older.
March 7th, 2010
San Onofre State Beach
San Onofre State Beach
San Onofre is located off the 5 Freeway, south of San Clemente. There is theSan Onofre State Park which has day use parking and camping along the old highway 101. San Onofre is where the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS) is located. SONGS provides 20% of the power to more than 15 million people in Southern California.
San Onofre is also home to Trestles which consists of several beaches and world class surfing spots. Trestles attracts a large crowd on a regular basis because it is considered to be a quality and consistent wave area. If you are visiting Trestles, you can expect to see a fair amount of surfers even during the week when there is a Southwest swell.
San Onofre is a beautiful area where you can enjoy camping or day use by attending the beach. Getting to the beach requires hiking down one of many trails that are available. If you want to spend the day at the beach, this is a desirable area. Whether you are surfing, a surfing spectator, photographer, or just want to lay and enjoy the California sunshine, San Onofre is a desirable place to visit.
If I can answer any questions about the San Onofre area, please contact me.
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Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com
March 7th, 2010
Huntington State Beach Lifeguard Requal – A Chilly Day
Huntington State Beach Lifeguard Requal – A Chilly Day
The try outs were yesterday at Huntington State Beach lifeguard headquarters yesterday morning. The air temperature was 55 degrees, and the water was in the high 50’s. My daughter Heather participated in the requal swim yesterday, and I enjoy watching and encouraging these candidates who braved some less than optimal conditions yesterday. Not only was the air and water cold, there was a strong current, and choppy conditions. One of the candidates said because of the chop, it was difficult to get a rhythm.
There were two events. The returning guards requalify with a 1000 yard swim which must be completed within 20 minutes. Swim out around the buoys, back to shore and run to the finish line. Below the returning guards are lining up for their requal swim. 
Running into the water for the swim!
The second swim is for the new candidates trying out for a spot at one of Californa’s State beaches, and that is followed by an additional run swim run. The Huntington State Lifeguards were very prepared with the lifeguard boat, guards on paddle boards, and the personal water craft was utilized as well.
Definitely one of the highlights was there were dolphins during the swim. One of the applicants apparently touched one during his swim. How amazing they share their water with us.
Mike Silvestri, a trainer for the Huntington Beach State Lifeguards said that some lifeguard agencies are not testing at all due to cut backs.
Running to the finish line, every tenth of each second counts as most of these candidates are trying to beat their time.
Overall, this was a very good event, with lots of successes and some who may try it another day. The Huntington State Beach Lifeguards run a very organized and safe event.
If I can answer any questions, please contact me.
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March 4th, 2010
4981 Poseidon Way, Oceanside – Sold!
4981 Poseidon Way, Oceanside – Sold!
Ocean Hills Country Club in Oceanside
This property at 4981 Posisedon Way in the Ocean Hills area of Oceanside was recently sold for $520,000 on February 12, 2010. I represented the buyer in the transaction. This home located in the Ocean Hills Country Club which is a 55+ community with a golf course, pool, club house and many activities. Ocean Hills Country Club has both detached and attached homes throughout the community.
If I can answer any questions, please contact me.
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March 2nd, 2010
Balboa Island in Newport Beach
Balboa Island in Newport Beach
Balboa Island in Newport Beach actually consists of three islands – the main island, the little island and Collins Island. Collins Island actually has only 8 homes that are located on it.
The Grand Canal is the Canal located between the main island and the little island.
Here is a little history about Balboa Island: In 1908, William Collins, who was from Pasadena in California began dredging a channel on the north side of Newport bay and deposited the sand on the tide lands. As a result of the sand and silt piling up, that was the beginning of Balboa Island.
The main island of Balboa Island has approximately 1459 home sites. There is a main street that you enter Balboa Island called Marine Avenue. Marine Avenue has many local shops and restaurants. Most of the residents of Balboa Island travel around via a golf cart.
There is a ferry that connects Balboa Island to the Balboa Peninsula. The ferry carries three automobiles, and bicycles and pedestrians as well. It is a brief but well worth it journey!
Currently, on Balboa Island there are 23 active listings on the main island ranging in price from $1,095,000 to $4,800,000. The property for $4,800,00 is a bay front.
There are 7 properties in back up/pending status, and 3 have sold since January 2010.
Balboa Island is a wonderful destination point, and it is a peaceful way to starting your day with a walk or run around the islands.
If you would like additional information about Balboa Island homes for sale, please contact me:
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March 1st, 2010
Toshiba Classic Golf Tournament 2010 – Newport Beach, CA
Toshiba Classic Golf Tournament 2010 – Newport Beach, CA
March 1 through March 7, 2010
The Toshiba Classic Golf Tournament began today at the Newport Beach Country Club. This is a tournament where Newport Beach welcomes the the PGA players at the Toshiba Classic. This tournament has been one of the most successful tournaments in the Champions Tour history. The Toshiba Classic has raised over $12 million in the past 12 years for Hoag Memorial Hospital in Newport Beach which is the main beneficiary. There are over 150 sponsors for this event, 1200 volunteers, and they are expecting 85,000 spectators at the Toshiba Classic in Newport Beach.
The schedule of event for the Toshiba Classic include morning practice rounds for golf professionals, and the classic pro-am begins on March 3, 2010. This is where amatuer four somes are paired with golf professionals. Some of the professionals playing at this tournaament in Newport Beach include Lee Trevino, Fred Couples, Paul Azinger and rookie Corey Pavin. This is a great opportunity to get out and walk the course with the professionals and the amateurs, and enjoy the game of golf.
Hope to see you at at the Toshiba Classic at the Newport Beach Country Club. Feel free to contact me with any questions.
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February 27th, 2010
Pelicans in Newport Beach
Pelicans in Newport Beach
I bet you thought by the title of this post, I would be writing about a neighborhood in Newport Beach. Actually, there are several neighborhoods in Newport Coast that utilize the word Pelican – Pelican Hill and Pelican Crest.
Today, I was on the Newport Beach Pier in Newport Beach. The Tsunami Advisory was issued in Newport Beach today, and we walked to the end of the pier. Sitting atop one of the structures were several Pelicans. And they were incredibly tame. In fact, it almost appeared as though they were posing for the camera.
Historically, there are a number of anglers on the pier, so I am sure that why they are so docile – hoping for some fish.
These two below look like buddies!
They were stretching and it looked as though they were yawning!
They were relaxed as they were resting.
This last one is my favorite, he is really looking down his beak at me! But didn’t even flinch or mind the photos!
If I can answer any questions about the Newport Beach area, or Newport Beach Real Estate, please contact me.
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February 27th, 2010
Tsunami Advisory in Newport Beach – February 27, 2010
Tsunami Advisory in Newport Beach – February 27, 2010
As a result of an 8.8 magnitude earthquake which shook the sea floor off Chile, Tsunami warnings were issued throughout the Pacific including the Hawaiian Islands, the entire West Coast. The city of Newport Beach were ordering people off the beach, and were preparing for the possibility of a tidal surge surge in the Newport Beach area. I received a telephone call from the City of Newport Beach Police Department stating that there had been an earthquake, and there was atsunami advisory , and it warned residents to stay off the beaches in the event of a tidal surge. They were not ordering evacuation.
At the Newport Beach Pier, Lifeguards had prepared by parking all of their units on the pier – I have never seen that before.
There was also one Newport Beach Lifeguard unit on the beach which was warning visitors to leave the beach.
The tide was out in Newport Beach, and the water had a discoloration to it, however they may have been as a result of the rain storm that we experienced today.
At about 12:30 pm, small tsunami waves did hit the Newport Beach area, and then lifeguards closed the beach as they were expecting a 6-8′ tidal surge. The concerns were also from the strong currents in the ocean.
The tsunami advisory was a result of the earthquake off Chile, and this earthquake was the fifth largest earthquake since 1900.
Make sure you listen to the Newport Beach lifeguards, and keep off the beaches
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