What’s the Value of my San Marcos Home? The San Marcos real estate market continues to shift. These data do not include private sales or manufactured housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate at the time this report was published, but are not guaranteed. Media reports speak in general terms, and do not represent the reality of our local San Marcos housing market. Having details about local market conditions benefits you as the buyer or seller so you can make informed decisions about buying and selling San Marcos homes for sale. READ MORE: San Marcos - A Thriving Inland Residential CommunitySan Elijo Hills – Award-Winning Master Planned Community in San MarcosLake San Marcos – Resort and Residential Community in San Marcos, CA In September 2016 there w... 10/11/2016

Magnolia at Old Creek Ranch in San Marcos CA  Buyers seeking newer-built town homes in San Marcos have a variety of options, including the homes at Magnolia at Old Creek Ranch.  Where is Magnolia Located?Located just east of Rancho Santa Fe Road near san Elijo Hills, the Magnolia community offers the convenience of easy access to commuting routes, with shopping, dining and services in both San Marcos and Carlsbad. The Carlsbad beaches are perhaps 20 minutes away. Read More: San Marcos – A Thriving Inland Residential Community in San Diego CA San Elijo Hills - Award Winning Master Planned Community in San Marcos California  What are the Homes Like in the Magnolia Community?Magnolia at Old Creek Ranch in San Marcos was built beginning in 2012 and offers 195 3-story homes adjacent to a sim... 09/16/2016

What’s the Value of my San Marcos Home? The San Marcos real estate market continues to shift. These data do not include private sales or manufactured housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate at the time this report was published, but are not guaranteed. Media reports speak in general terms, and do not represent the reality of our local San Marcos housing market. Having details about local market conditions benefits you as the buyer or seller so you can make informed decisions about buying and selling San Marcos homes for sale. READ MORE: San Marcos - A Thriving Inland Residential CommunitySan Elijo Hills – Award-Winning Master Planned Community in San MarcosLake San Marcos – Resort and Residential Community in San Marcos, CA In August 2016 there were... 09/13/2016

What’s the Value of my San Marcos Home?  The San Marcos real estate market continues to shift. These data do not include private sales or manufactured housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate at the time this report was published, but are not guaranteed. Media reports speak in general terms, and do not represent the reality of our local San Marcos housing market. Having details about local market conditions benefits you as the buyer or seller so you can make informed decisions about buying and selling San Marcos homes for sale. READ MORE:  San Marcos - A Thriving Inland Residential CommunitySan Elijo Hills – Award-Winning Master Planned Community in San MarcosLake San Marcos – Resort and Residential Community in San Marcos, CA In July 2016 there were... 08/08/2016

What’s the Value of my San Marcos Home? The San Marcos real estate market continues to shift. These data do not include private sales or manufactured housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate at the time this report was published, but are not guaranteed. Media reports speak in general terms, so their information does not represent the reality of our local San Marcos housing market. Having details about local market conditions benefits you as the buyer or seller so you can make informed decisions about buying and selling San Marcos homes for sale. READ MORE:  San Marcos - A Thriving Inland Residential CommunitySan Elijo Hills – Award-Winning Master Planned Community in San MarcosLake San Marcos – Resort and Residential Community in San Marcos, CA In Ju... 07/12/2016

Looking For A Great Resource For Manufactured Home Issues?  We realize that most members/contributors that belong to Active Rain, Facebook and Linkedin may not deal much in the Manufactured Housing industry.  However, for those that do or perhaps will there are a lot of changes that have taken place during the past several years that have complicated buying, selling and financing them in several states.  Especially in California and especially with regards to "resident owned" park communities be they condo or sub division conversions, Planned Unit Developments (PUDS) and/or on private lots/parcels.  So we just wanted to reach out to those that don't know where to go or who to talk to that Janis and I are an  excellent resource for anyone who has any questions about any facet or subject ... 07/12/2016

What’s the Value of my San Marcos Home?  The San Marcos real estate market continues to shift. These data do not include private sales or manufactured housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate at the time this report was published, but are not guaranteed. Media reports speak in general terms, so their information does not represent the reality of our local San Marcos housing market. Having details about local market conditions benefits you as the buyer or seller so you can make informed decisions about buying and selling San Marcos homes for sale. READ MORE:  San Marcos - A Thriving Inland Residential CommunitySan Elijo Hills – Award-Winning Master Planned Community in San MarcosLake San Marcos – Resort and Residential Community in San Marcos, CA In M... 06/10/2016

 Join us for a relaxing drive through San Elijo Hills Tour the Village Square with dining, grocery, shopping and activities. The park with the large fountain hosts community events like a Women's Fair, Tree Lighting, Octoberfest, student performances and picnics. In this video we drive through the neighborhoods of Promontory Ridge and Sagewood, 2 of over 30 different subdivisions offering different architectural styles and home sizes from executive apartments to estates. With some of the highest elevations in North County, San Elijo Hills has incredible views of the surrounding mountains, canyons and the gorgeous Pacific Ocean. SEH is about a 45 minute commute into downtown San Diego and about an hour to Laguna Beach in Orange County. Easy access to freeways and public transit make gett... 05/12/2016

What’s the Value of my San Marcos Home?  The San Marcos real estate market continues to shift. These data do not include private sales or manufactured housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate at the time this report was published, but are not guaranteed. Media reports speak in general terms, so their information does not represent the reality of our local San Marcos housing market. Having details about local market conditions benefits you as the buyer or seller so you can make informed decisions about buying and selling San Marcos homes for sale. READ MORE: San Marcos - A Thriving Inland Residential CommunitySan Elijo Hills – Award-Winning Master Planned Community in San MarcosLake San Marcos – Resort and Residential Community in San Marcos, CA In Ap... 05/11/2016

April Is Earthquake PreparednessMonth In California. Are You Ready?  April Is the official month dedicated to "EARTHQUAKE PREPAREDNESS"     There are things you and I can and should do to help ourselves, our families and our neighbors. There are also things you need to know about that may not only help you minimize loss of life but also devastating losses to your home and property.   “Displacement”  Could You Be At Risk of Being  Forced Out of Your Home After An  “Earthquake”?   Unlike wind, fire and flooding events that can and have wiped out entire communities “Earthquakes”  can and usually do give you a second chance if proper and preventative measures are implemented. Next to loss of life and personal injury the biggest tragedy and challenge in the aftermath of any disaster is total... 04/24/2016

What’s the Value of my San Marcos Home? The San Marcos real estate market continues to shift. These data do not include private sales or manufactured housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate at the time this report was published, but are not guaranteed. Media reports speak in general terms, so their information does not represent the reality of our local San Marcos housing market. Having details about local market conditions benefits you as the buyer or seller so you can make informed decisions about buying and selling San Marcos homes for sale. READ MORE:  San Marcos - A Thriving Inland Residential Community San Elijo Hills – Award-Winning Master Planned Community in San Marcos Lake San Marcos – Resort and Residential Community in San Marcos, CA In ... 04/08/2016

What’s my San Marcos Home Worth? San Marcos Homes Real Estate Market Report for February 2016 The San Marcos real estate market continues to shift. These data do not include private sales or manufactured housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate at the time this report was published, but are not guaranteed. Media reports speak in general terms, so their information does not represent the reality of our local San Marcos housing market. Having details about local market conditions benefits you as the buyer or seller so you can make informed decisions about buying and selling San Marcos homes for sale. READ MORE:  San Marcos - A Thriving Inland Residential Community San Elijo Hills – Award-Winning Master Planned Community in San Marcos Lake San Marcos – ... 03/10/2016

Hello! We've switched up our reporting format. What do you think? Do you like hearing about North San Diego all together or would you rather us continue to report specifically about Carlsbad, San Marcos and Encinitas? What is going on with North San Diego Real Estate? Local economic experts are predicting 4-6% appreciation this year and 3-4% in the next couple of years following. If you are thinking about selling it's time to talk so we can prep your house to take advantage of the most competitive months of the year. Did you know that it's cheaper to own in North San Diego than rent in many cases? Let's strategize saving for your down payment or talk about possible loan programs and get you into your first home. This is also a fantastic time to refinance. Don't miss your opportunity to ... 03/08/2016

The North County Wine Company in San Marcos is a Winner We stumbled upon the North County Wine Company out in San Marcos several years ago, and it’s been a winner on our list of places to buy wine since.  While BevMo is very popular here, with a vast collection of wines (and who can resist their frequent 5 cent wine sales) and close to our home, a visit to the North County Wine Company always brings us new vintages to check out, and hard to find wines we’ve not seen elsewhere, at a good value.  While we have favorite reds and whites, owners Jim and Bill Tobin always can recommend their top picks in various price ranges, and so far they have never steered us wrong. The North County Wine Company offers regular wine tastings, Thursday Happy Hour, Sunday specials, a 1-cent wine sale, and va... 02/19/2016

Enjoy the ocean breeze with this month's San Marcos, CA housing report from one of our favorite spots in San Elijo Hills overlooking Batiquitos Lagoon and Carlsbad Beach in North San Diego County. It was so clear this day we could see a couple of the Channel Islands. We love the trails, views, weather and schools in San Marcos so much! Click above to watch our San Marcos Real Estate Market Report for Sellers and Buyers. Is it a seller's market? Learn Median, Average, Most and Least Expensive prices in San Marcos. Information courtesy of Altos Research, deemed reliable but not guaranteed.    Click HERE for the least expensive homes in San Marcos  Click HERE for the most expensive homes in San Marcos  Click HERE for your San Marcos Home Value Instantly Let us know if you have any question... 02/13/2016

What’s my San Marcos Home Worth? San Marcos Homes Real Estate Market Report for January 2016? The San Marcos real estate market continues to shift. These data do not include private sales or manufactured housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate at the time this report was published, but are not guaranteed. Media reports speak in general terms, so their information does not represent the reality of our local San Marcos housing market. Having details about local market conditions benefits you as the buyer or seller so you can make informed decisions about buying and selling San Marcos homes for sale. READ MORE:  San Marcos - A Thriving Inland Residential CommunitySan Elijo Hills – Award-Winning Master Planned Community in San MarcosLake San Marcos – Re... 02/11/2016

10 REASONS WHY WE LOVE LIVING IN SAN ELIJO HILLS AND WHY WE THINK YOU WILL TOO We've been living in San Elijo Hills since April 2011 and we absolutely love it. We moved to San Elijo Hills primarily for the schools because we had a 4 year old and a baby on the way, for the newer construction and the magnificent views of the Pacific Ocean. Even though the demand for San Elijo Hills real estate was incredibly strong and finding a place was difficult, we did it. Here's why it's worth the effort to call this community home: 10. The ocean views from all over the village. Whether you're up at Double Peak or driving down San Elijo, the panoramic ocean views are always outstanding, even on hazy days. 9. Miles of trails right in our backyard. If you're a trail runner, mountain biker or day hiker,... 01/20/2016

El Niño is here. It never rains in Southern California, right? It just pours! Is it a seller's market in San Marcos CA? Will buyers be singing in the rain? Check out our video to learn Median, Average, Most and Least Expensive prices for San Marcos California homes. To search properties for sale in San Marcos, CA, Lake San Marcos, San Elijo Hills and Discovery Hills, CLICK HERE. To find out how much your San Marcos home is worth, CLICK Here.  Information courtesy of Altos Research, deemed reliable but not guaranteed. *CLICK HERE for Safety Tips in case of Floods in San Marcos, CA, to obtain sandbags and more. Be prepared!* CHRIS WHITTAKER, Full Time Real Estate Agent Since 2000Text or Call 760.618.1490Cal BRE: 01895376CLICK to MessageBe sure to check out our Carlsbad and Encinitas VIDEO... 01/15/2016

What’s my San Marcos Home Worth? San Marcos Homes Real Estate Market Report for December 2015? The San Marcos real estate market continues to shift. These data do not include private sales or manufactured housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate at the time this report was published, but are not guaranteed. Media reports speak in general terms, so their information does not represent the reality of our local San Marcos housing market. Having details about local market conditions benefits you as the buyer or seller so you can make informed decisions about buying and selling San Marcos homes for sale. READ MORE: San Marcos - A Thriving Inland Residential CommunitySan Elijo Hills – Award-Winning Master Planned Community in San MarcosLake San Marcos – Re... 01/10/2016

San Marcos Real Estate Market Report for Sellers and Buyers for December 2015. Is Santa favoring Sellers? Learn Median, Average, Most and Least Expensive prices in San Marcos. Can you hear the red suited one flying overhead? I think he was checking for flight patterns for his sleigh! This information is courtesy of Altos Research, deemed reliable but not guaranteed. CLICK HERE to View San Marcos Homes For Sale  Sellers: For Your Instant San Marcos Home Value, CLICK HERE**BONUS! Enjoy Holiday Lights? CLICK HERE FOR OUR FAVORITES!**CHRIS WHITTAKER, Full Time Real Estate Agent Since 2000Text or Call 760.618.1490Cal BRE: 01895376CLICK to MessageBe sure to check out our VIDEO market reports and more on Youtubewww.NorthSanDiegoAgent.com Chris and Dana Whittaker have been in the real estate in... 12/19/2015