Seven previously-owned homes closed escrow in Ontario during the week ending May 3, 2008, and 20 Ontario homes reportedly entered escrow during the week, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service, which shows listings and sales of previously-owned homes reported by its members. The MLS said 54 new Ontario listings were added during the week, for a total inventory of 850 previously-owned homes listed in Ontario on May 4, including 588 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 262 condominiums, town homes and single-family homes in associations. As of May 4, the MLS reported, 59 Ontario single-family homes or condominiums were available for leasing. Of those, the median monthly rental price was $1,650.Ila prepares weekly market activity reports for her website, ht... 05/04/2008

Many of you don't know that my wife has been disabled for the last 18 years.  She is on dialysis and wheel chair bound because of two strokes.  I bring this to your attention to tie in a point of how I never thought of how important a person's data based identity is until she was unable to talk.If you've ever tried to get concise answers to a question from someone who can't talk, you'll understand where I'm headed.  There was a point when I had no clue who all the people she did business with.  All these businesses had her non public information.  What was so astonishing was how easy it was for me to access her information at hospitals, doctor's offices and most any business.  Now I know I'm her husband but anybody can pose as a person's husband over the phone.As I have been watching th... 05/02/2008

Eleven previously-owned homes closed escrow in Ontario during the week ending April 26, 2008, and 17 Ontario homes reportedly entered escrow during the week, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service, which shows listings and sales of previously-owned homes reported by its members. The MLS said 65 new Ontario listings were added during the week, for a total inventory of 862 previously-owned homes listed in Ontario on April 27, including 596 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 266 condominiums, town homes and single-family homes in associations. As of April 27, the MLS reported, 64 Ontario single-family homes or condominiums were available for leasing. Of those, the median monthly rental price was $1,620.Ila prepares weekly market activity reports for her w... 04/27/2008

Nine previously-owned homes closed escrow in Ontario during the week ending April 19, 2008, and 19 Ontario homes reportedly entered escrow during the week, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service, which shows listings and sales of previously-owned homes reported by its members. The MLS said 50 new Ontario listings were added during the week, for a total inventory of 857 previously-owned homes listed in Ontario on April 20, including 597 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 260 condominiums, town homes and single-family homes in associations. As of April 20, the MLS reported, 66 Ontario single-family homes or condominiums were available for leasing. Of those, the median monthly rental price was $1,625.Ila prepares weekly market activity reports for her web... 04/21/2008

Six previously-owned homes closed escrow in Ontario during the week ending April 12, 2008, and 22 Ontario homes reportedly entered escrow during the week, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service, which shows listings and sales of previously-owned homes reported by its members. The MLS said 28 new Ontario listings were added during the week, for a total inventory of 865 previously-owned homes listed in Ontario on April 13, including 603 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 262 condominiums, town homes and single-family homes in associations. As of April 13, the MLS reported, 63 Ontario single-family homes or condominiums were available for leasing. Of those, the median monthly rental price offered for single-family homes was $1,875.Ila prepares weekly mark... 04/13/2008

Four previously-owned homes closed escrow in Ontario during the week ending April 5, 2008, and 14 Ontario homes reportedly entered escrow during the week, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service, which reports listings and sales of previously-owned homes. The MLS said 36 new Ontario listings were added during the week, for a total inventory of 880 previously-owned homes listed in Ontario on April 6, including 611 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 269 condominiums, town homes and single-family homes in associations. A total of 33 Ontario single-family homes were priced under $200,000, according to the MLS. Another 187 single-family homes were priced below $300,000. As of April 6, the MLS reported, 62 Ontario single-family homes or condominiums were avai... 04/06/2008

Eight previously-owned homes closed escrow in Ontario during the week ending March 29, 2008, and 21 Ontario homes reportedly entered escrow during the week, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service, which reports listings and sales of previously-owned homes. The MLS said 38 new Ontario listings were added during the week, for a total inventory of 906 previously-owned homes listed in Ontario on March 30, including 618 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 288 condominiums, town homes and single-family homes in associations. A total of 88 Ontario single-family homes were priced under $200,000, according to the MLS. Another 311 single-family homes were priced below $300,000. As of March 30, the MLS reported, 56 Ontario homes were available for leasing.Ila prep... 03/31/2008

Six previously-owned homes closed escrow in Ontario during the week ending March 22, 2008, and 11 Ontario homes reportedly entered escrow during the week, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service, which reports listings and sales of previously-owned homes. The MLS said 31 new Ontario listings were added during the week, for a total inventory of 905 previously-owned homes listed in Ontario on March 23, including 610 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 295 condominiums, town homes and single-family homes in associations. A total of 28 Ontario single-family homes were priced under $200,000, according to the MLS. Another 165 single-family homes were priced below $300,000.Ila prepares weekly market activity reports for her website, http://www.ilajosephs.com/, ... 03/23/2008

Four previously-owned homes closed escrow in Ontario during the week ending March 15, 2008, and 30 Ontario homes reportedly entered escrow during the week, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service, which reports listings and sales of previously-owned homes. The MLS said 31 new Ontario listings were added during the week, for a total inventory of 905 previously-owned homes listed in Ontario on March 16, including 612 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 293 condominiums, town homes and single-family homes in associations. A total of 75 Ontario homes were priced under $200,000, according to the MLS.Ila prepares weekly market activity reports for her website, http://www.ilajosephs.com/, surveying the cities of Chino, Claremont, Fontana, La Verne, Montclair, O... 03/16/2008

I just feel like I'm about to explode. Have you ever been so full of joy that you just couldn't find a way to contain it?  Well if you have, you know how I feel. I just received some news that has caused me to realize the mission I'm apart of is so necessary that I have to share it with as many people as I possibly can.  The challenge I have is I am only one person. I'm sure you've felt the compulsion to tell the world about something or somebody you were captivated by.  Nothing or nobody could stop you from shouting it from the house tops.  Have you felt that way about a product, your business, your spouse or your faith?  My heart is so full of compassion for business owners and their efforts to be the best they can be.  It was over 12 years ago that I started praying for business owne... 03/14/2008

Five previously-owned homes closed escrow in Ontario during the week ending March 8, 2008, and 13 Ontario homes reportedly entered escrow during the week, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service, which reports listings and sales of previously-owned homes. The MLS said 43 new Ontario listings were added during the week, for a total inventory of 922 previously-owned homes listed in Ontario on March 9, including 620 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 302 condominiums, town homes and single-family homes in associations. Ila prepares weekly market activity reports for her website, http://www.ilajosephs.com/, surveying the cities of Chino, Claremont, Fontana, La Verne, Montclair, Ontario, Pomona, Rancho Cucamonga, San Dimas and Upland. Whether you are buying ... 03/09/2008

Hi All, I will be hosting an Open House on Sunday, 3/9/08 from 1 to 4 PM for my listing at 1065 Whittler's Lane, Ontario, CA (Mountain Avenue & Philadelphia cross streets). There will be refreshments (I am making wonderful double chocolate brownies). Come on by take a look and say hi. This home is listed at $240,000 and is a Short Sale. I hope to see you there and be sure to tell me you saw the listing on ActiveRain. Oh, and be sure to check out my blogsite http://Route66Living.com To view a visual tour click the link Take care, help lots of people and have a wonderful day! Tisza 03/08/2008

Eleven previously-owned homes closed escrow in Ontario during the week ending March 1, 2008, and 19 Ontario homes reportedly entered escrow during the week, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service, which reports listings and sales of previously-owned homes. The MLS said 50 new Ontario listings were added during the week, for a total inventory of 917  previously-owned homes listed in Ontario on March 2, including 617 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 300 condominiums, town homes and single-family homes in associations. Ila prepares weekly market activity reports for her website, http://www.ilajosephs.com/, surveying the cities of Chino, Claremont, Fontana, La Verne, Montclair, Ontario, Pomona, Rancho Cucamonga, San Dimas and Upland. Whether you are buyi... 03/02/2008

Four previously-owned homes closed escrow in Ontario during the week ending Feb. 23, 2008, and 25 Ontario homes reportedly entered escrow during the week, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service, which reports listings and sales of previously-owned homes. The MLS said 69 new Ontario listings were added during the week, for a total inventory of 929 previously-owned homes listed in Ontario on Feb. 24, including 634 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 295 condominiums, town homes and single-family homes in associations. Ila prepares weekly market activity reports for her website, http://www.ilajosephs.com/, surveying the cities of Chino, Claremont, Fontana, La Verne, Montclair, Ontario, Pomona, Rancho Cucamonga, San Dimas and Upland. Whether you are buying ... 02/24/2008

No matter what the market, people will continue to desire to live in Ontario, as it remains one of the most attractive cities within San Bernardino County. Comparatively speaking, the Ontario housing market continues to post brisk sales. In of January 2008, 37 single family homes and a total of 15 condos/townhomes sold, up by 7 from last month.  My overall view of the market is still slipping.Closed Sales For January 2008: Up by 7 from last month27 Single Family Homes14 Condos/TownhomesPending Sales For January 2008: Up 28 from last month56 Single Family Homes41 Condos/TownhomesCurrent Actives As of Today's Post: Up 51 from last month732 Single Family Homes217 Condos/TownhomesForeclosure Activity for January 2008 - WOW they really took off!91710 - 73 Notice of Defaults (NOD) Up 43 from ... 02/23/2008

Five previously-owned homes closed escrow in Ontario during the week ending Feb. 16, 2008, and 12 Ontario homes reportedly entered escrow during the week, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service, which reports listings and sales of previously-owned homes. The MLS said 68 new Ontario listings were added during the week, for a total inventory of 916  previously-owned homes listed in Ontario on Feb. 17, including 617 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 299 condominiums, town homes and single-family homes in associations.  Ila prepares weekly market activity reports for her website, http://www.ilajosephs.com/, surveying the cities of Chino, Claremont, Fontana, La Verne, Montclair, Ontario, Pomona, Rancho Cucamonga, San Dimas and Upland. Whether you are buyin... 02/17/2008

Two previously-owned homes closed escrow in Ontario during the week ending Feb. 9, 2008, and 16 Ontario homes were reported in escrow on Feb. 10, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service, which reports listings and sales of previously-owned homes. The MLS said 54 new Ontario listings were added during the week, for a total inventory of 913 previously-owned homes listed in Ontario on Feb. 10, including 615 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 298 condominiums, town homes and single-family homes in associations. Ila prepares weekly market activity reports for her website, http://www.ilajosephs.com/, surveying the cities of Chino, Claremont, Fontana, La Verne, Montclair, Ontario, Pomona, Rancho Cucamonga, San Dimas and Upland. Whether you are buying or sellin... 02/10/2008

Five homes closed escrow in Ontario during the week ending Jan. 26 and 81 homes were reported in escrow on Jan. 27, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service, which reports listings and sales of existing homes. The MLS said 58 new Ontario listings were added during the week, for a total inventory of 909 homes listed in Ontario on Jan. 27, including 612 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 297 condominiums, town homes and single-family homes in associations. During the week, nine Ontario listings expired. Whether you are buying or selling real estate, you will find helpful information on my website, http://www.ilajosephs.com/. If  you are looking at homes along the 210 Freeway from San Dimas to Fontana, or in Ontario, Montclair or Chino, I would be happy to ... 01/27/2008

Four homes closed escrow in Ontario during the week ending Jan. 20 and 72 homes were reported in escrow on Jan. 20, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service. The MLS said 77 new Ontario listings were added during the week, for a total inventory of 917 homes in Ontario on  Jan. 20, including 625 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 292 condominiums, town homes and single-family homes in associations. During the week, 29 Ontario listings expired. Some listings are put right back on the market, but other sellers are waiting until later in the year.  If you are looking at homes along the 210 Freeway from San Dimas to Fontana, or in Ontario, Montclair or Chino, I would be happy to assist you.   01/21/2008

November  2007 Comparison to November 2006November Average Price            Average Price TrendNovember 07 # Sold                        2007                   200659                          $362,547             $423,311          -14.4%San Bernardino County Homes for Sale Monthly Totals:November #Sold 2007    #Sold 2006   %Chg             2007                20061362              1742           -21.8%         $308,368         $370,929        -16.9%Closed Residential Resale Transactions As Reported By Dataquick Information Services. I post this information monthly so you can keep up with trends in a few select cities in San Bernardino County. I always post the cities of Ontario, Chino, Chino Hills, Fontana and Rancho Cucmonga as a comparison with the specific city as well. Brought to yo... 01/15/2008