GUARANTEED TO HAVE OUR DOG>>> SIR DEMON AT THE NEW ALISO VIEJO DOG PARK. WE HAVE WAITED TOO LONG HERE IN ALISO VIEJO The Aliso Viejo Community Association Board of Directors will proceed with improvements to Aliso Canyon Community Park and repairs to drainage at Creekside Park. The improvements to Aliso Canyon Community Park will include a basic dog park, small parking lot and trail connection to the existing sports field area. A dog park has been discussed within the community for approximately 10 years and will be a huge benefit to dog owners in the area. AVCA has been maintaining Phase I of this park, located off of Wood Canyon Drive and Knollwood, which includes sports fields since Jan. 20, 2001. The Creekside Park drainage repairs are being undertaken in an effort to make the park... 12/12/2011

California Summit Aliso Viejo, CA. The California Summit subdivision is located in the city of Aliso Viejo in the Aliso Viejo community right off of Wood Canyon Rd. The California Summit tract consists of 190 homes that were built by Kaufman & Broad . California Summit homes were first built in Aliso Viejo in the early 1990’s, and today has a population of about 45,000 residents. Aliso Viejo is known for it’s great public schools, beautiful home and condo subdivisions in the rolling hills, low crime, clean air and close proximity to the coastal beaches. This subdivision offers several floor plans: Skyline-1356 square feet, 2.5 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, 2 car garage. Suncrest Alt.-1580 square feet, 2.5 Bedrooms, 4 Baths, 2 car garage. Suncrest-1580 square feet, 2.5 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, 2 car gara... 12/10/2011

ALISO VIEJO AREA SPECIALIST, LAUREN SELINSKY BUY IN ALISO VIEJO'S GOLF COMMUNITY~   GOLF COMMUNITY, three-story home with plenty of space and luxurious amenities. The first floor has a notable great room with fireplace and media niche flowing into the kitchen with amazing stainless steel appliances, large granite island, wine room and walk-in pantry. The living room and office are off of the main entry. The second-level features all of the additional bedrooms plus the exquisite master suite with retreat, bathroom and his and hers walk-in closets. The third level features a large bonus room with built INS. Upgrades include: plantation shutters; hardwood flooring; designer paint; 5" baseboards; mocha stained cabinetry; upgraded plush carpet and more. 14 Golf Drive is located in the new P... 11/28/2011

November 20, 2011 The 6-Month Moving Average Median Sales Price dropped from $369,000 in September, 2011 to $368,000 for October.  This is because October's Median Sales Price of $400,000 was slightly below April's Price of $406,000. The Aliso Viejo 6-Month MA Median Sales Price is being held down by very low median prices in May and June 2011 - $342,000 and $329,000 respectively.  A large percentage of condos under $300,000 closed in Aliso Viejo during those 2 months. The 6-Month Moving Average Median Sales Price was $381,500 in April 2011. Read more information about Aliso Viejo Real Estate at: http://www.markraymondsellssocal.com/aliso-viejo.html 11/28/2011

Search all Aliso Viejo Bank Owned Homes AKA/REO HOMES....right here. There are currently 113 Aliso Viejo Distressed Properties including: Short Sales and REO homes for sale ready for an OFFER TO BE MADE>>>>     Click HERE >>> to get on MY LIST to GET REO AND SHORT SALES LISTING SENT TO YOU THAT ARE AVAILABLE IN ALISO VIEJO. ALISO VIEJO SHORT SALES ALISO VIEJO LEASES ALISO VIEJO INFORMATION ALISO VIEJO REO LISTINGS ALISO VIEJO BANK OWNED HOMES ALISO VIEJO DISTRESSED HOMES ALISO VIEJO AREA SPECIALIST, LAUREN SELINSKY- CALL TODAY! 949-310-4960       11/27/2011

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Watch "Reflections of a Decade," a documentary produced in honor of Aliso Viejo's 10-year anniversary, nightly on television. The film, which was originally presented during Mayor Carmen Cave's State of the City event on Oct. 26, will be shown every night at 8 and 10    ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ALISO VIEJO REAL ESTATE AGENT LAUREN SELINSKY WAS INVOLVED IN CITYHOOD 2000-2001 BEFORE WE BECAME A CITY IN CALIFORNIA. JUST WHEN IT ALL STARTED IN ALISO VIEJO, CA. IT TOOK A WHOLE LOT OF WORK BY AN AMAZING MAYOR, CARMEN CAVE AND RESIDENTS OF ALISO VIEJO AND NOW COUNCIL MEMBERS. IT WAS SO MUCH FUN AND AMAZING HOW MUCH HAS GROWN AND BEEN DONE IN OUR GREAT CITY OF ALISO VIEJO! WOW! TIME HAS GONE BY SO FAST!   T... 11/19/2011

The Aliso Viejo Real Estate Market  October 13, 2011.  I believe the main story told by the numbers below is that the banks negotiating successful short sales and private Home Owners, Selling Equity Listings, are doing Whatever it takes to move Real Estate in Aliso Viejo! Demand in Aliso Viejo is 83 new escrows opened over the last 30 days!  That is down 11% since April 14 and Down 25% since June 23!  Luckily for Sellers, there are only 220 residences for Sale, without an accepted offer, in Aliso Viejo!  According to Steven Thomas, that equals a Market Time of 2.65 months!  This low Market Time is what’s holding up the Average Median closed Sales Price in Aliso Viejo.   AV Listing Breakdown by Type -  November 10, 2011.  Short sale listings now outnumber Regular Standard Equity Sales in... 11/19/2011

    11/14/2011 - Board Meetings Time: 7:00 PMLocation: City Council Chambers at 12 Journey The Homeowner Forum starts at 7:00 p.m. We encourage all homeowners to attend. Please remember to check the website for any schedule changes and/or updates. Meetings are held in the City Council Chambers at 12 Journey, in Aliso Viejo 11/12/2011

WELCOME TO ALISO VIEJO 70 NEW HOMES ON THE MARKET AND 45 SOLD AVERAGE DAYS ON THE MARKET: 112 Monthly Activity Report: 10-2011 Property Type: Residential Office Code: H08175 Lauren Selinsky City New Avg LP Under Contract Avg LP Sold Avg SP %SP/LP %SP/OLP Avg DOM AV 70 $413,150 36 $396,765 45 $416,779 97.18% 92.82% 112   70 $413,150 36 $396,765 45 $416,779 97.18% 92.82% 112 11/12/2011

Home Values near Zip Code 92656       Zipcode City County National   Median Home Value $472,300 $456,600 $495,200 $175,100   Home Appreciation -1.6% -1.6% -1.6% -3.2% Homes Statistics near Zip Code 92656       Zipcode City County National   Median Age of Home 15.0 15.0 35.2 35.1   Homes Owned 61.9% 62.7% 58.8% 59.9%   Homes Rented 34.9% 34.0% 36.8% 29.7%   Homes Vacant 3.2% 3.3% 4.3% 10.4%   11/11/2011

What's The Scoop On Short Sales   We are hearing many different ideas and changes in the Short Sales arena. Are more owners doing short sales, are more short sales escrows falling apart and going to foreclosures, are banks selling their portfolios to lenders to reduce inventory and so also doing more short sales...   Depending on who you believe and what you believe here are some stats on this graphic:   (Source: KCM and infographic)  Here is some more scoop on the short sales:  You might be familiar with the HARP(Home Affordable Refinace Program), well just got modified: Here are some answers to commonly asked questions about the new revamped HARP program (HARP 2.0): What Is HARP? HARP was started in April 2009. The government calls it Home Affordable Refinance Program. In order to be ... 10/29/2011

Alrighty then, so you only want a deal on an Aliso Viejo Bank Owned Property, eh? See these Aliso Viejo Homes then!Search all Aliso Viejo Bank Owned Homes right here. There are currently 47 Aliso Viejo Distressed Properties, Foreclosures and REO homes for sale you can see by clicking here to see all ALISO VIEJO FORECLOSURES                                                                                    Aliso Viejo REO Aliso Viejo Bank Repo Aliso Viejo Fixer Uppers Aliso Viejo Short sales Aliso Viejo Foreclosed Homes Aliso Viejo Bank Owned Condos   10/27/2011

  COME JOIN US AT MEMBER MINGLE! FRIDAY OCTOBER 28TH IN ALISO VIEJO, CA  Halloween Member Mingle Friday, October 28th | 5:00pm-7:00pm | complimentary appetizersCalling all new and old ghosts & goblin members to AVCC's Haunted House and Graveyard! Join us for a frightful, fun and festive Halloween celebration, which will includes live music, appetizers, games, candy, costume contests (for adults & kids), pumpkin coloring contest for kids, etc. Contests will be at 6:00pm. No need to RSVP for the Mingle but please RSVP if you would like a pumpkin. The cost is $10 per child. You can take your pumpkin home but must RSVP by 10.25.11at www.alisogolf.com. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- YOU ARE ALWAYS ... 10/26/2011

Orange County Real Estate News For Aliso Viejo Aliso Viejo Real Estate For Sale Featured Fine Homes, Houses, Shortsale, Forclosure and REOs in Aliso Viejo Encompassing approximately seven square miles, Aliso Viejo is situated at the southern end of Orange County, California, conveniently located less than five miles from the coastal communities and beaches found along the Pacific Ocean. Aliso Viejo has excellent schools, scenic bike paths and open space, workforce and executive homes, and a quality of life that attracts a dedicated, highly-educated workforce. Here you’ll find a balanced mix of high-profile corporate offices for fast-growing companies, young professionals at new technology and medical research firms, emerging entrepreneurs, as well as residents young and old enjoying a ... 10/26/2011

Orange County Real Estate News For Aliso Viejo Real Estate Information Here you’ll find a balanced mix of high-profile corporate offices for fast-growing companies, young professionals at new technology and medical research firms, emerging entrepreneurs, as well as residents young and old enjoying a healthy, connected and sustainable community atmosphere. While Aliso Viejo enjoys the attributes of a Southern California location, Aliso Viejo combines the best of a thriving urban downtown with the quiet of a small town. Its smart-growth blueprint is a model for city planning as population growth encourages urban and suburban villages that combine high-density housing with retail and office space. Aliso Viejo is a City of pride, involvement and community dedicated to excellence, innovatio... 10/26/2011

Aliso Viejo is situated on approximately seven square miles at the Southern end of Orange County.  Conveniently located less than 5 miles from the Pacific Ocean, this scenic city has that “small town” feel without being away from all that urban life has to offer. Aliso Viejo homes are just a few miles from major shopping and entertainment.  Enjoy a round of golf on the Jack Nicklaus designed 18-hole, championship golf course, or explore one of the 23 parks and community facilities.  Aliso Viejo has dedicated 51% of its space to parks, recreation, schools and open space. Aliso Viejo boasts its very own aquatic center,  a resort style fun zone offering a 25 meter pool, recreational pool, splash pad and toddler wading pool.  It also offers swimming classes, party facilities and scheduled ... 10/11/2011

Aliso Niguel High School Home of Wolverine Spirit!!   Congratulations to all members of the 2011-2012 Aliso Niguel Pep Squad!!!       We are looking forward to an exciting year for our Cheerleaders, Songleaders, and Mascots!       We are requesting your continued support and donations in order to fund the next phase of the program. You may donate by check or credit card  online NOW- click        Parent Donation Information2011-2012 PepSquad Budget For questions please contact Donna Barnes at 949-500-0019 dbarnesaliso@gmail.com ------------------------------------------------------------------- LAUREN SELINSKY, ALISO VIEJO REALTOR GOING TO HELP THE ALISO NIGUEL CHEER AND PEP SQUAD. YOU CAN TOO! CONTACT LAUREN SELINSKY TO, FOR QUESTIONS 949-310-4960 CA COASTAL ESTATES| ALISO VIEJO REALTY... 09/23/2011

Bella Testa, 9 School: Bella is a fourth grader at Oak Grove Elementary. What Makes Her Special: Bella loves animals. Every year, on her birthday, Sept. 12, Bella asks friends and family for the gift she really wants—the ability to help animals in need. Party goers bring money and animal supplies which are then donated to the Mission Viejo Animal Shelter. Going Above and Beyond: This year, Bella added another charity to her donation list. She also raised funds for Military Working Dogs. These specially trained dogs assist troops in Afghanistan and Iraq. They need cooling vests, eye goggles and earmuffs to keep them comfortable while they work. How Her Project Came Together This Year: Take one backyard, one long night, several giggly girls with sleeping bags and the movie, "Rio." Mix in... 09/22/2011

ALISO NIGUEL RUNNERS EXCEL AT CROSS-COUNTRY COUNTY CLASSIC Aliso Niguel High runners competed in the Cross Country Classic Friday and Saturday at Estancia High. The 31st annual meet was co-hosted by Woodbridge, Estancia, and Costa Mesa high schools and the Newport-Irvine Rotary Club, and was sponsored by Puma. Here are results of races in which the Wolverines scored among the top 10: DIVISION 1 Senior Boys Individuals -- 1. Fisk (Tesoro) 14:52; 2. Salas (Redlands) 14:56; 3. Duncan (Crescenta Valley) 14:57; 4 Rodriguez (El Rancho) 14:57; 5. Alwafai (Aliso Niguel) 15:00; 6. Williams (Aliso Niguel) 15:02; 7. Dougherty (La Quinta) 15:19; 8. De La Rosa (Arcadia) 15:20; 9. Orosco (Buchanan) 15:26; 10. Robles (Colton) 15:27 Senior Boys Team Scores -- 1. Rocklin 122; 2. Crescenta Valley 140; 3... 09/22/2011