List your Dana Point home with an experienced Broker, Over 15 years experience in your corner. Ann Urias offers a 1% Listing Program 1% to Listing office - Full service listing agreement Go to http://www.annurias.com/ for more info Aston Group lic 01451803 03/17/2013

Homes for Sale on the Waterfront in Dana Point Dana Point lies between Laguna Beach and San Clemente along the spectacular Southern California coastline. If you are searching for a waterfront home for sale in Dana Point there are several areas to consider. Beach Road in the section of Dana Point known as Capistrano Beach is a popular gated community of ocean front homes. This is one of the few communities where you own the sand in front of the home. Many of the homeowners have kept the homes for generations to enjoy this private beach community. The Strand is the newest gated development in Dana Point located just north of Dana Point Harbor and south of The Ritz Carlton Hotel. These elegant custom homes feature amazing ocean views and a private location.  Waterfront Homes for Sale in Da... 03/13/2013

Is now a good time to sell my home in Dana Point?   It really depends on what’s going on in the homeowner’s life. Your personal needs and desires take precedence over trying to time the market. If the conditions in your life are such that you want to sell or need to sell, then there certainly is no reason to wait. In fact, this is the best time to sell that we’ve seen in years. The market since the beginning of 2013 has been unseasonably active. Buyers didn’t get the message to take off the period between Thanksgiving and Super Bowl Sunday.     Here are a few reasons why it might be a good time to sell your home in Dana Point:   Inventory of Homes is Down   There are fewer homes for sale in almost every housing market across the country. Much of the foreclosure and short sale inventory ... 03/08/2013

Dana Point Strands Salt Creek Beach Hiking Trail This morning I woke up and it was just absolutely gorgeous. Sunny, cloudless skies, warm. Just one of those days where it would almost be considered a crime if I didn't get to spend even a little bit of it outdoors. So instead of doing my normal routine of walking just on the trails near my house I decided to go to the trail at the Strands in Dana Point at Salt Creek Beach. Though this is a simple trail there are steep hills, lots of stair climbing and it will kick your rear end and leave your legs shaking and wondering if I am going to die several times during the hike, which that is actually my definition of a great hike. My favorite thing about this trail, aside from the out of breath challenge that it offers, is the even more breathta... 03/01/2013

Real Estate Trends for Dana Point January 2013   The median sales price for homes in Dana Point, CA for Nov 12 to Jan 13 (2012-2013) was $625,000. This represents an increase of 6.1%, or $36,000, compared to the prior quarter and an increase of 23.2% compared to the prior year. Sales prices have depreciated 17.7% over the last 5 years in DanaPoint.   The average listing price for Dana Point homes for sale was $2,134,346 for the week ending Feb 13, which represents an increase of 7.2%, or $143,631, compared to the prior week and an increase of 3.1%, or $63,620, compared to the week ending Jan 23. Average price per square foot for Dana Point was $428, an increase of 11.2% compared to the same period last year.   Prices of homes are being pushed up due to low inventory, a good supply of bu... 02/27/2013

Monarch Beach is located in Dana Point, CA, and offers some of the finest ocean front properties in all of California. Popular neighborhoods where Monarch Beach luxury homes can be found include Ritz Cove, Niguel Shores, Monarch Bay, Monarch Bay Terrace, and the newest development The Strand at Headlands. Spectacular ocean views are the norm from most of the luxury homes in the area, and the relaxed beach lifestyle can’t be beat. As of 2/19/13 there are 51 luxury homes on the market in Monarch Beach. The most expensive is located in Ritz Cove and is priced at $19,995,000 and offers 12000 square feet of living space with some incredible views. There is a great selection of ocean view homes priced $1.5M and up. Monarch Beach real estate is always in demand and can be an excellent investme... 02/19/2013

Should I Sell My Home in Dana Point or Rent It Out?   I have a home in Dana Point and I can't decide if I should just sell it or rent it out. Help!   For many homeowners, renting out a home is simply not a viable option: they need to sell in order to raise the capital necessary to buy their next home. And owning two homes requires cash reserves. Consider, for example, that there may be periods in which you have no renter or when a tenant may skip one or two months rent. The mortgage payments still have to be paid.   Becoming a landlord is not for the faint of heart. What happens if the roof leaks and you’re away on vacation? There’s always the risk that a tenant could damage your property or cause problems that lead to an eviction.   On the other hand there are also excellent reasons to... 02/06/2013

Dana Point Home Sales – Summary for 2012   Total home sales in DanaPoint for 2012 showed a substantial increase of 32% over 2011 home sales from 276 to 366. The highest priced home sale in Laguna Niguel? …$9,625,000 for an amazing 8,900 square foot ocean view home located in the guard gated Ritz Point (cash sale!).   Average Sales Price: Increased 10.2% to $873,502   Average Price per Square Foot: Increased by 4.6% to $364 per square foot   Average Days on Market: Decreased by 17.8% to 106 days   Here is how the sales in the city broke down:   MonarchBeach had 123 sales. The lowest sold price was $519,750 in NiguelShores for a bank owned 2 bedrooms, 2 bath home. The highest sold was a 6 bedroom, 8,900 square foot home in Ritz Cove at $9,625,000.   LanternVillage sales were 49 homes. The... 01/23/2013

Dana Point offers some excellent options when it comes to Residential Income Properties. Dana Point rentals are always in very high demand and there are a good variety of Dana Point duplexes, triplexes, and apartment buildings in the area. Ventana Coastal Properties specializes in Dana Point real estate and can work closely with you to find investment homes that meet your needs. The link below shows income properties and is constantly updated with the latest listings. Browse all available residential investment properties and give me a call anytime if you would like more information or if you would like to view a property.   ·         View Dana Point Income Properties for Sale   ·         View All Dana Point Homes for Sale     Ventana Coastal Properties is a South Orange County real est... 12/26/2012

If you are in the market to rent a home or condo in Dana Point, Ventana Coastal Properties is your source for the latest homes, condos, and apartments for rent. Dana Point rentals are always in high demand and it is essential to partner with a local real estate specialist who can assist you in finding a rental home that meets your needs. Whether you are looking for a standard rental, a furnished rental, or a vacation rental, we have you covered. Please use our website resources to search for the latest rental homes and call us when you find a match.   Search Dana Point Homes and Condos for Rent   Competition to find Dana Point rentals is very high and it is important to be prepared when the right property becomes available. Be sure to have the following items ready to enhance your chanc... 12/09/2012

Ventana Coastal Properties is pleased to have represented our buyer in the sale of 32872 Danapolar in the Dana Woods neighborhood of Dana Point. Dana Woods is a wonderful community with an HOA pool and spa and community park. This single story pool home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and more than 1600 square feet of open living space. The main living area opens to the resort style rear yard which is perfect for entertaining. This home comes equipped with a solar electric system and updated energy efficient windows and doors - bonus! It is located close to the areas best beaches and Dana Point Harbor shops and restaurants. This home sold for $560,000 in November 2012 as a Dana Point short sale.     If you are looking to buy or sell a home in Dana Point I would welcome the opportunity to wo... 11/29/2012

  Dana Point Homes For Sale If you are currently looking to purchase a home for sale in Dana Point California, but don't know where to begin, SCA Real Estate is here to help! Our friendly Realtors can provide you with instant access which will allow you to view all Dana Point Homes For Sale with the simple click of your mouse!   Dana Point MLS Home Search  Often times Real Estate websites can be confusing and misleading, and most have outdated data! Our Dana Point Homes website is updated daily, which means you will only be shown Homes for sale in Dana Point that are actually available!, vs homes that are pending or already sold.    Work with a top Dana Point Realtor When you choose to hire an experienced and knowledgeable Dana Point Realtor, it can & will make all the difference in the... 11/28/2012

What is a view worth? Laguna Beach / Dana Point Buyers often ask me - "How much is a view worth?" Of course views are subjective. Here in the coastal area we have the 1 to 10 system which is, let's say, not exactly scientific. Also what is it a view of? If it is a valley view that is nice. If it is a mountain that might be better. If it is an ocean view, well, that is the best. Of course there are the odd balls, like my wife, who says that looking at the ocean makes her clostrophobic because there is no end. I still don't understand it but for most folks the ocean hold a lot of charm.     The Strand At Dana Point Lot 5 Mill - House?  Ocean front lots with panoramic views start at about 4 million in Dana Point and Laguna Beach. Before the price crunch in 2007, these lots opened up on the... 11/18/2012

Monarch Beach Real Estate Market Report (October 2012)   The real estate market in Monarch Beach is without a doubt heating up! As you will be able to see in the chart below, within the past year the sales in Monarch Beach have gone up and so has the value.       Because of the Monarch Beach Real Estate Market heating up it has created a low inventory market! Demand is way up and supply is very low! In fact from September of last year inventory is down 48% as you will be able to see in the chart below.     With Monarch Beach experiencing a low inventory market right now, if nothing was to come on the market the current homes for sale would be less then a 2 months supply, it is creating multiple offers and rising prices for real estate in Monarch Beach. If you are a Monarch Beach homeown... 10/07/2012

Dana Point Homes for Sale – What Happened in the Dana Point Real Estate Market in August 2012. If you are looking to buy or sell a home in the Dana Point real estate market, having the latest market information will assist you in making informed decisions related to Dana Point Homes for Sale. Dana Point is a beautiful coastal community, and home prices can vary from one area to the next. This market report includes the areas of Monarch Beach and Capistrano Beach which are distinct neighborhoods in Dana Point. It’s important to work with a local realtor who knows the market inside and out.   The Dana Point real estate market posted excellent results in August 2012 with 58 closed sales vs. 39 closed sales in August 2011 - a 49% increase! Demand for Dana Point housing remains strong - as o... 09/26/2012

What a difference a couple of weeks make at Orange County beaches - out for a morning walk this morning and could not help but notice and enjoy how quiet Strand Beach was - pure heaven! For those of you who may not know the area, it is one of Orange County's nicest beaches and popular with surfers and beach goers alike. Directly above the beach is "The Strand at Headlands" - a custom beachfront luxury community that offers plenty of real estate eye candy. The homes in the right of the picture below are part of The Strands community - the most modern looking home in the second picture is actually The Strands Community Clubhouse which was designed to simply or not so simply blend in with the neighborhood. Lifestyles of the rich and famous call The Strands home - a front row oceanfront lot... 09/16/2012

I enjoy all types of sports, so when I heard about Stand Up Paddle boarding, I was intrigued.    It just so happens that this month will mark the fifth year of one of the biggest and most prestigious events in SUP. The Rainbow Sandals Gerry Lopez Battle of the Paddle returns to Doheny State Beach in Dana Point.  Sept. 29 and 30. This event is named after the legendary surfer and master of the Banzai Pipeline, Gerry Lopez. Also for the fact that it's hosted by San Clemente's own Rainbow Sandal company. This will be a great weekend not to be missed if you are into SUPs or if you  just want to see what it is all about. The overall cash purse this year is set at $25,000!! Besides the races, this year's event will feature a huge SUP exposition, Indo Board SUP Yoga program and attempts at set... 09/10/2012

  Coming up September 7-9, 2012 is the annual Dana Point Tall ships festival! This year, the Ocean Institute is celebrating its 28th year hosting the Toshiba Tall Ships Festival! The festival features a spectacular array of family-fun activities including live music, art shows and a variety of tasty food. Interactive living-history encampments including blacksmiths, scrimshaw artists, and the infamous Port Royal Privateers are sure to entertain and amaze guests of all ages and are not to be missed. Come and explore the majesty and wonder of tall ships through the smells, sounds and sights of real working tall ships. Interactive living-history encampments including blacksmiths, scrimshaw artists, and the infamous Port Royal Privateers are sure to entertain and amaze guests of all ages an... 09/01/2012

View Dana Point Condos for Sale - Most Recent Condo Listings and No Registration Required. Dana Point is a great coastal community located in South Orange County where you can find an excellent choice of condos for sale. Dana Point condos are available in all price ranges and can offer ocean views and/or a short walk to the beach or town -  let us know what your needs are and we will help you find the perfect match. Dana Point is popular with residents and tourists alike for good reason: Dana Point Harbor and its miles of beautiful coastline are second to none – simply take a stroll on Salt Creek Beach and you will be hooked.  Dana Point condominium and townhome prices vary considerably by area and view. Monarch Beach and Capistrano Beach are also part of Dana Point and offer some great... 08/24/2012

Mary Hartmann, owner of the Girl In the Curl Surf Shop in Dana Point, puts on incredible summer surf camps for aspiring surfer girls (and boys) throughout the summer. These surf camps are so good that Mary and her supporting cast have been successfully putting the camps on for more than 20 years! You know you are good when you last 20 years . . .  My girls have had great fun in the Girl In The Curl Roxy Surf Camps held at Doheny Beach in Dana Point - my oldest daughter is 12 and has enjoyed learning to surf in the camps for the past 4 summers. This week's camp was very special as she landed first place for her age group in today's end of week surf contest. Beyond the competition, the camp heavily emphasizes safety and respect so it's all about the zen of surfing and not at all about who... 08/17/2012