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CARDIFF-BY-THE-SEA
One of the smaller towns in North County, and one of San Diego's best kept secrets! This area is appreciating rapidly due to the fantastic ocean views which compare with those in Del Mar, but at prices which are substantially lower. Located between Solana Beach and Encinitas ensures residents that major shopping and restaurants are a short commute. If you enjoy ocean views and a tight knit community feeling, this is definitely an area you should consider.
Price Range - $300,000 For Condos -
Beachfront Over $3,000,000.

CARLSBAD
This is one of the fastest growing cities in North County. The village has a wonderful sophisticated beach resort feel, and the magnificent beaches rank among the best in San Diego. Schools and shopping are both excellent and cater to an expanding cross section of families looking for a place to live, work, and play.
Price range - condos from $400,000 - oceanfront over $3,000,000. Average price range in the $700,000 plus.

CARMEL VALLEY
This is one of the success stories of North County, San Diego. The homes cater from the cradle to the grave by offering entry-level one-bedroom condos to large 4,000 plus square foot custom track homes. The school district is the best in San Diego, and is anchored by Torrey Pines High School which has the distinction of being voted in the top 100 schools in America. This is a true family neighborhood that enjoys several beautiful parks, an exciting state of the art community pool complex, new fitness center, a variety of shops, cinemas and library facilities. The Del Mar beaches and Del Mar racetrack are a 5-minute drive away. The area has recently added the new Jewish academy campus, and within the next few years will have an additional high school, and a private Catholic school completed. Carmel Valley is close to the San Diego Biotech and Telecommunication industries, which are other factors that make this a very sought after destination.
Price range - $320,000 for one-bedroom condo - $1,600,000 for 6 bedroom, 4500 sq.ft. plus semi custom track home. Golf course homes over $4,000,000.

DEL MAR
Very sedate and mature coastal community, with a true "Village" atmosphere. There are excellent beaches and restaurants to satisfy the most discerning. The school district is rated as the best in San Diego, and the Torrey Pines Golf Course is a very easy drive to the south. Del Mar is home every summer to the world famous Del Mar Fair and the 6-week horse racing season at the new Del Mar Track, made famous by such luminaries as Bing Crosby, Bob Hope, and Jimmy Durante. Properties are somewhat smaller and older, but again with outstanding ocean views, they are in great demand. It is difficult to find a property under $800,000, and these generally need major remodeling.
Price range - $600,000 for condos - $3 million plus for larger view homes, with an average price at about $1,200,000.

DOWNTOWN SAN DIEGO
This area is in the midst of a major rebirth. From Little Italy, to the Gas Lamp, to the Convention Center, evidence of construction is everywhere. The pristine San Diego Bay is a hive of activity and the world-famous Coronado beaches are an easy drive or ferry to be enjoyed. The new Padre Ballpark is schedule to open in 2004, and it is hard to imagine a more exciting place for those people who enjoy urban living. With the new tram service, many people have simply gotten rid of their automobile and enjoy the freedom of walking or using the tram to get about.
Price range - from $450,000 - $2 million for exclusive high rise penthouse living.

ENCINITAS
An older well-established neighborhood that has recently had several hundred new homes built around the Encinitas Ranch Golf Course. Excellent schools and wonderful shopping are all along El Camino Real and Encinitas Boulevard. Easy access to La Costa Valley, Rancho Santa Fe and Olivenhain. The attractions of the Del Mar beaches, restaurants, fairgrounds, and the world famous race track are only minutes drive south on Interstate 5.
Price range - $300,000 for a condo - over $5,000,000 overlooking the ocean.

FAIRBANKS RANCH
Adjacent to Rancho Santa Fe, and in the same zip code of 92067. This gated community was first built in the late 80's with custom homes on one acre plus lots. Once again the local schools are excellent, with Torrey Pines High School being the final destination. The community has tennis courts, horse facility and trails, and a lake to be enjoyed by those who fancy some fishing. Surrounding Fairbanks Ranch are some new developments that include Santa Luz, The Farms, and Del Rayo, which in 2002 had the highest sale in San Diego for the Preakness Estate at $18 million. We had to include this as we listed and negotiated the sale! Del Mar, La Jolla, and Carmel Valley are within minutes drive for the residents of Fairbanks.
Price range - $1,600,000 - $10,000,000.

LA COSTA VALLEY
An exciting new master-planned community with an emphasis on family living. A state of the art community center is a wonderful venue to swim, play tennis, work out, and of course make lots of friends. Schools are excellent with La Costa Canyon High School fast gaining a hard earned reputation for both scholastic and athletic excellence. Nearby shopping along El Camino Real is as good as it gets in terms of selection and quality.
Price range - $600,000 - $1,350,000.

LA JOLLA
A cosmopolitan neighborhood boasting wonderful beaches, international shopping, excellent private and public schools, all in the context of a "Village". Nearby attractions include world-famous Torrey Pines Golf Course, Scripps Institute, UCSD, and hub of the San Diego Biotech industry is a short drive. Homes tend to be built up into the hillside and consequently the lot sizes are generally small, but the views more than compensate. The Muirlands and La Jolla Farms Road areas have some larger estates, up to 4 acres, with prices for these above $20 million. In 2002 La Jolla was rated by the Robb Report as the best place in America to live.
Price range - $1 Million for a small home with limited views - $35 million dollar estates.

OCEANSIDE
This is the most northern city in San Diego county. Ten years ago this was considered a military town because of the proximity to Camp Pendleton. However the amount of new development can only be described as breathtaking. It is now the fastest appreciating area in North County. The beach area has been transformed and the future looks to be very bright indeed.
Price range - condos from $250,000 - beach homes over $1,000,000.

PACIFIC BEACH
Nestled between the Bird Rock area of La Jolla and Mission Bay, with the Pacific Ocean on it's doorstep, Pacific Beach, or PB as it is known by the locals, is a high energy, fun area, frequented by the younger set. The world famous "Board Walk" is the melting pot for beach lovers who can enjoy excellent restaurants, bars and casual shopping. There is ongoing major remodeling activity turning what were 1970 vintage homes into very desirable family residences. PB is a major rental and investor's market.
Price range - from $350,000 for condos - $800,000 plus for newer/remodeled larger homes.

POINT LOMA
Tucked at the entrance to San Diego Bay, many of the properties enjoy what has to be the most outstanding views in San Diego, which include the Coronado Bay Bridge, the downtown skyline, yachting anchorage, and Mexico in the far distance. Homes tend to be older, but have been lovingly maintained. Shopping and schools are first class, and the commute to Sea World, the San Diego Zoo, or downtown San Diego is an easy drive.
Price range - $600,000 for an older home - $4 million for an ocean front estate.

POWAY
East of Interstate 15, nestled in lush rolling hills, lies a beautiful enclave of homes prices from the $500,000 to more than $2 million. Poway has wonderful schools, great shopping experiences, and several affordable golf courses. Several large technology companies have established campus in newly created business parks, which in turn have attracted thousands of highly skilled employees who enjoy a short commute to their workplace. The summer temperatures are about 10 degrees warmer than the coastal cities, but with no humidity, living can only be described as very pleasant.
Price range - $400,000 - estates over $3,000,000.

RANCHO SANTA FE
Situated to the north east of Del Mar and Carmel Valley, this "rural" neighborhood was voted by Robb Report in 2001 as the best neighborhood in America. The "Ranch" as it is referred to by the locals, has the top rated elementary/middle school in California, fantastic horse facilities, running trails, and a true "Village" atmosphere. The children go on to complete their high school at either Torrey Pines or one of the private schools in La Jolla or downtown San Diego. The 4th July parade is enjoyed by residents and visitors alike and is confirmation of the family focus of the area. The Covenant within the Ranch is an exclusive area with golf, tennis and security privileges. Del Mar and La Jolla are approximately 15 - 30 minute easy drive. The properties are large, usually 2 acres plus, with residences in excess of 5,000 square feet. There are several new developments to the east of the Ranch which are worth noting; namely, Cielo, The Crosby, and The Bridges, soon to be the venue for the Skins Golf tournament between Tiger Woods, Ernie Els, Phil Mickelson and Ballisteros. Prices range from $1,500,000 to $4,000,000 for these homes.
Price range - $1,200,000 for an older "fixer" - $20 million plus estates.

SOLANA BEACH
Located just north of Del Mar, this one-time sleepy beach town is now a highly sought after place for long time residents, vacationers, and second home owners. The school system is excellent and students from the elementary and Earl Warren Middle School feed into the Nationally recognized Torrey Pines High School. Shops, restaurants, beaches, and the world famous Del Mar racetrack are all local attractions which add value and quality of life to those lucky enough to own property.
Price range - $600,000 - beachfront over $3,000,000.