brea real estate: I Love BREA! - 09/01/17 02:54 PM
BREA, CA...see why I Love Living in BREA!
Brea, CA is a somewhat small Southern California community, however with newer construction in our hills, the population has grown to a little over 41,000 compared to the 25,000 in the 1970's when we first moved to BREA.  Located in "northern" Orange County at the edge of the foothills we're contiguous with L.A. County (over the hill) on the north/west and San Bernardino County (right though the canyon) on the north/eastern boundary. Check out the video and see why I Love Living in BREA!
Today BREA known as a great place to call home for … (12 comments)

brea real estate: Brea Homes For Sale Inventory at an All Time Low! - 08/21/12 11:05 AM
Brea's housing inventory appears to be at an all time low when it comes to the number of single family homes for sale any given day during the month of August!
When it comes to Brea real estate and homes for sale as a long-time local REALTOR and Broker myself, I've been watching the inventory come and go now for decades in the City of Brea.
Almost any day this month when I've checked the ACTIVE listings (as identified in our Multiple Listing Service) it's been anywhere from only 38 to 37 single family (detached) homes for sale in the … (5 comments)

brea real estate: Brea Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony December 8, 2011 in Orange County - 12/05/11 12:25 PM
Brea's Annual Tree Lighting ceremony will take place this Thursday, December 8th at the Civic Center on Birch Street. The festivities kick-off at 6:30 pm which includes musical performances and a visit from the big man himself, yes Santa along with the Mrs. will arrive.
Cookies and hot chocolate will be available to warm your cockles along with optional photos with Santa for a mere $5 bucks.
The entertaining KOST 103.5 will also be on hand broadcasting holiday music from their booth and getting into the spirit of giving they will be giving out prizes before and after the ceremony.
Location: Brea … (11 comments)

brea real estate: Home Selling 101 Video ~ Home Selling Help! - 10/09/11 11:50 AM
When it comes to home selling it's important that if you're a home seller you know YOU CONTROL 4 out 5 of the most important aspects in home selling.

1. Price ~  You establish the price based on your home and market conditions. 2. Terms ~ You have a preference on length of escrow & assistance (if any) with closing costs and/or seller financing. 3. Condition ~ Yes, it's all up to YOU when it comes to condition! 4. Location ~ Done, you're toast...your location is your location so you need to live with it and price accordingly. 5. Agent … (34 comments)

brea real estate: Brea Bank Repos & Brea Homes For Sale - 04/05/11 03:14 PM
Looking to buy a Brea bank repo...a foreclosed home or condo in Brea?
The City of Brea is a great place to live in Northern Orange County andlike many cities we're not exempt to the downturns in the real estate market which means an opportunity for Brea home buyers.
As of today Brea has a total number of 89 homes/condos    (re-sale) for sale. Of those 10 homes are foreclosed bank repos, 9 are single family and only 1 condo. Actually as a long time Brea Realtor myself, this is the most I've ever seen at one time!
Prices today for single family bank … (6 comments)

brea real estate: Brea Single Story Home For Sale ~ Brea Country Hills Area - 03/03/11 10:02 AM
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brea real estate: Brea Real Estate Video Report Jan. 2011 at Brea's Ash Street Cottages - 02/20/11 07:32 AM
Homes for sale in the City of Brea show an active market for single family homes and condos for sale in Brea.  Inventory in the City of Brea for Jan. 2011 mirrors Jan. 2010 when it comes to homes for sale.
We began 2011 with 60 single family detached homes for sale, compared to 61 in 2010.
Prices range from $319,000 to $859,000 Average asking price today is $515,000 Average price is $272 per sq. foot Almost 50% are identified as other than "standard" sales" e.g. short sales, repos, investor flips, etc. 2010 Average of 18 closing $603,800/$263 sq. ft. 2011 average … (18 comments)

brea real estate: We Love Our New Home ~ Our New Location! - 03/25/10 02:19 PM
That's right, we love our new location at Preferred Home Brokers!
We moved almost thirty days ago and despite the fact I'm still working on a folding table (in my office) among a few boxes here and there, it's beginning to feel like home.
Moving a business can be somewhat like moving into a new house, it's taking a little time to become adjusted and meeting the new neighbors. Yet at this point we're so glad to be here, it's a great location for many of our agents and clients alike.
Our new home is located at 3230 E. Imperial Hwy, … (22 comments)

brea real estate: It's Time for All That Jazz in Down Town Brea ~ Jazz Fest Fri. & Sat. Night - 09/18/09 07:30 AM
It's that time again, time for "dancin in the street" in down town Brea!  Down town Brea's Birch Street Jazz Festival is the place to be Friday and Saturday nights in Orange County.
Photos are from the event that began last week-end, it was a happening place to be. Locals spent the time in the warm air evening listening to the cool sounds of Jazz.
In addition to the jazz, the event includes a fine arts and craft show beginning Fridays at 4:00 p.m. and Saturdays at noon.
Entertainment begins at 6:00 p.m. with the headliners performing at 7:30. Come early, … (11 comments)

brea real estate: Brea Homes For Sale ~ Brea, CA Real Estate Report August 2009 - 09/03/09 02:03 PM
Brea, CA Real Estate Sales Report ~ Brea home sales heat up this summer in Orange County. 
Brea Single Family Homes for August 2009:

59  re-sale homes were  for sale, compared to 56 last month and 67/81/65/94/ respectively for the past few months.    42 pending sales & back-ups, up from 33 last month, and 20/23/18/ 15/12/20/16/36/30/27/ prior months.   20 homes closed in August,  and compared to  22/15/24/29/12/13/20/11/28/30/24/20/ respectively in the prior 12 months.  Average selling price for August was $559,500 for a home with an average of 2146 square feet. The average days on the market for August was 78 days.  Brea Condo Sales Activity for August 2009:
Only 9 Brea condo/town-homes were for sale, one less than … (5 comments)

brea real estate: Hey Hey It's Open House Day at the Fire Station in Brea ~ May 9th - 05/07/09 02:27 PM
That's right, it's the annual open house at the Brea "Berry Street" Fire Station.
Not long ago I shared Brea on a budget,  low cost/no cost things to do around town in Brea. Here's another something for the whole family.
It's an open house from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Brea's Fire Station on Berry St.
The fire station will be open to tours and a behind the scenes look. View the live demonstrations by Brea's fire professionals who will be showcasing our community.
The Berry fire station is north of Imperial Hwy. and west of Brea Blvd. More specifically between Lambert … (4 comments)

brea real estate: Brea Fun On A Budget ~ Low Cost or NO Cost Things To Do Around Brea! - 03/27/09 11:47 AM
Brea, California is a great place to call home. We all know that Orange County is home to the Happiest Place on Earth, Disneyland of course! Yet a day trip may not always fit in the family budget.
Like many communities one only needs to look around to find low cost or no cost activities or events. Just take the time to discover the opportunities in your own back-yard.
Here's a list of some of my favorites in good ole' Brea:
For the art lovers around town, Brea's Art In Public Places is a true delight. Over 130 works of … (21 comments)

brea real estate: Recycle Time for Your Christmas Tree in Brea, CA ~ - 12/28/08 02:46 PM
Give your Christmas Tree a second-life, recycle that tree! That's right the tree you've enjoyed for the holidays can provided added value by re-cycling that tree. Did you know that in California over 40,000 tons of trees are disposed of annually.
To recycle in Brea, here's the scoop.
Pick-up for holiday trees begins December 29 to January 9, 2009. Trees 6 feet and larger must be cut in half. All decorations, lights ornaments, etc (yes remove the stand too) must be removed from tree. Place outside with your nomal trash for pick up in the brown trash can on collection day. Remember … (0 comments)

brea real estate: Christmas Time Around Town in Brea ~ - 12/19/08 10:51 AM
Brea, CA is a wonderful community in Northern Orange County. Holiday time can be fun around town.
Brea is known for being a great place to shop, the Brea Mall is one of the busiest in Orange County. We love having our neighbors from visiting cities shop in town, it contributes to the strong economic base of our city.
In addition to our major mall, the city also has a wide variety of other places to shop in our unique city. While while shopping you can find a wide array of art mixed in with our commercial centers. This time of … (8 comments)

brea real estate: Brea Bank Foreclosures ~ Brea Bank Repors ~ OCT/NOV 2008 - 11/28/08 09:20 AM
Brea Bank Repos and Brea Foreclosure Sales for October - November 2008  ~ Brea, Orange County CA
Brea, CA like other cities in So Cal, and is not immune to the housing dole-drums experienced in the Southland.  Brea's current inventory of existing listings is similar to many other surrounding communities when it comes to distressed sales.
Understanding  Brea's bank repossessions, distressed sales market in a snap shot for mid October through mid November:
134  total properties for sale (up 15% from the last two months) of which only 12 are identified as Bank Repos, just under  12% (the same percentage as last two months) of the total inventory. However, when you factor in current short-sale … (10 comments)

brea real estate: Night-Time in Down Town Brea's Birch St. ~ Brea, CA 92821 92833 - 11/02/08 02:53 PM
Brea's down town Birch Street at night is a happening place.At home in "The OC" Brea is a great place to call home and it's a great place for family fun.
Brea's down town Birch Street at Brea Blvd is the heart of the city for entertainment activities. These are photos I took on a warm fall evening in down town Brea.
 
 
Saturday night's entertainer was Elina. Her sounds were engaging, you could see that in all those around her. You can learn more on Elina at elinamusic.com, she's a beautiful and talented individual.
Dinner  was at the CARAVO Grill, one of … (16 comments)

brea real estate: Brea Single Story Home Just Offered ~ Single Family Homes At A Condo Price - 11/01/08 02:24 PM

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brea real estate: No Tricks ~ Just Treats for Brea's Kidz Block Party ~ October 31st - 10/30/08 03:19 PM
That's right, join the in the fun in down town Brea ~ FREE FOR ALL!
It's the Brea Kidz Block Party ~ Friday October 31st ~ 5:00 pm to 9:00
What a great way to spend Halloween!
Loads of Game Booths Face Painting Live Entertainment Rock Wall And Candy Goodies for All! Down Town Brea is west of the Brea Mall and the 57 Freeway, at Birch Street and Brea Blvd, in the heart of the city.

For more info check out Kidz Block Party or (714) 255-0930 Down Town Brea (aka Brea's Birch Street Promenade) is located on Birch Street … (8 comments)

brea real estate: Brea Bank Repos and Foreclosure Real Estate Sales ~ Brea, CA 92821-92833 - 10/28/08 12:43 PM
Brea Bank Repos ~ Brea Forelosure Sales ~ Mid Sept-Oct  2008 ~ Brea CA (edit/delete)
Brea Bank Repos and Brea Foreclosure Sales ~ Brea, Orange County CA
Brea, CA like other cities in So Cal, and is not immune to the housing dole-drums experienced in the Southland.  Brea's current inventory of existing listings is similar to many other surrounding communities when it comes to distressed sales.
Understanding  Brea's bank repossessions, distressed sales market in a snap shot:
114  total properties for sale (the exact same number for last month) of which only 8 are identified as Bank Repos, about 12% of the total inventory. However, when you factor in current short-sale properties that number increases to … (4 comments)

brea real estate: Brea's Art in Public Places ~ Art Around Town in Orange County - 10/13/08 01:55 PM
Brea, California ~ A day trip around town in Brea can be like a visit to your favorite gallery.
The city's art program known as "Art in Public Places"  began in 1975 and has continued throughout the years up until today.
As development took place in our city each developer contributed to the citizens of Brea  and those who visit, art work, in large part sculptures around town that we all enjoy daily.
One of my favorites I pass daily, just a few blocks from home, it's the popular "Jumping Deer" at the corner Berry and Northwood. The neighborhood location of "Jumping Deer" is at the base of the … (12 comments)

 
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