May. 29, 2007 - Folsom Lake at Dusk

Jun. 8, 2009 - Another Golf Course Beauty in Cameron Park

Justamere Court, Cameron Park, CA - This "best find" home for sale is situated on the 16th fairway and green of the Cameron Park Country Club inside the small gated neighborhood of El Dorado Royal.  It was built in 2001  with high ceilings that give it a big feel and floor to ceiling windows that let you take in the beautiful golf course view.  It has approximately 3082 square feet, 3 bedrooms plus a den, and 3 bathrooms.  It is upgraded throughout that include rosewood flooring, slab granite counters, cherry cabinets, and a covered patio that lets you take in the views rain or shine.  There are HOA's here but only $105 per month and no Mello Roos.  It is listed at $649,000.  This is one of those homes where the pictures don't do it justice so take my word for it when I say that it is definitely worth a look.  

For more information on this home or others like it in Cameron Park email me at driley@golyon.com. 

To see all of my "Best of the Foothills" posts visit http://MyBestoftheHills.com.   

Jun. 8, 2009 - Beautiful Serrano Golf Course Home

Royal Troon Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA - I was in heaven last week on our REALTOR tour with two amazing homes on golf courses.  Both on the 16th hole, but one in Cameron Park situated on the fairway of the Cameron Park Country Club and this one in El Dorado Hills situated on the fabulous Serrano Golf Course.  Built in 2001 by John Laing, this home is mostly a single story except for a secluded loft off the master suite.  It has three bedrooms (two of them can be master suites)  and 3 baths among its 2970 square foot plan.  The upgrades inside this home make it elegant yet homey and include a wet bar with a wine room tucked behind it, extensive use of masonry, an outdoor covered patio with a fireplace, alder cabinetry, and granite counters.  And the views of the golf course and mountains behind are fabulous!  Like all Serrano homes it is situated in a gated neighborhood but few in comparison to the number of homes in this master planned golf course community have a location like this.  It is listed for $649,000.   For more information or pictures of this "best find" or others like it in El Dorado Hills email me at driley@golyon.com. 

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May. 25, 2009 - Beautiful Cameron Park Golf Course Setting

Navion Court, Cameron Park, CA - Tucked back on a cul-de-sac in a small gated neighborhood, this home looked quaint from the curb. Once you enter the home, however, you can't help but be drawn to the beautiful backyard setting with giant oaks, a  cart bridge that takes you over a creek, and the beautiful Cameron Park Country Club golf course.  The home was built in 1988 but updated and remodeled in 2001 with granite counters, tile flooring, new appliances, etc. It has approximately 2139 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. To complete the beautiful backyard setting you will find a built in solar heated pool, a spacious patio, lush landscaping and a BBQ island.  This great find is listed for $529,000.

For all My Best of the Foothills blogs visit  www.MyBestoftheHills.com. 

If you are looking to buy or sell in the Cameron Park area, please visit my website for information and to learn more about me or email me at driley@golyon.com.

May. 16, 2009 - Best Deal for Folsom on May 16, 2009

Kennar Way, Folsom, CA -  The lowest price per square home today in Folsom is listed at $346,750 or $136.73 per square foot.  This bank owned home was built in 1991 on .18 acres with 2536 square feet, 4-5 bedrooms, and 3 full bathrooms.  It has high ceilings, has a bright open kitchen, a fireplace in the master, and a built-in pool.  It is situated in the Natoma Station neighborhood which is a great neighborhood convenient  to Highway 50, Intel, and the Folsom Outlet Mall.  

To give you perspective on this outstanding price our Trendgraphix statistics for April  show that there were 18 bank owned homes that sold for an average square foot price of $169.  There were 40 non-bank owned homes that sold for an average square foot price of $186.

To see all bank owned homes for sale in Folsom, visit my website at DeeDeeRiley.com and click on the link at the top of the page. If you would like to be set up on a automatic email notification of bank owned listings for this area email me at driley@golyon.com.

To see Trendgraphix statistics for the Sacramento Region by county click here.

May. 15, 2009 - Highland View - El Dorado Hills

May. 15, 2009 - Best Deal for the Cameron Park Vicinity on May 15, 2009

Jose Court, Cameron Park, CA - Though not the lowest price per square foot for the area, this "Best Deal" sounds almost to good to be true.  If only I had money to invest myself.... Anyway, this bank owned property was built in 1992 on just under 1/3 acre with approximately 3030 square feet, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, an upstairs loft/bonus room, hardwood floors, and a built-in pool.  It was recently updated with new carpet, paint, and granite kitchen counters.   It is listed today at $339,900 or $112.18 per square foot.

For perspective on this great price:  our April Trendgraphix statistics show that 6 bank owned homes sold at an average square foot price of $137.  There were 15 non-bank owned homes that sold at an average square foot price of $172.

To see all bank owned homes currently listed in the Cameron Park Vicinity visit my website at www.DeeDeeRiley.com and click on the link at the top of the page.

For you are interested in buying a bank-owned home read The 8 Tips You Should Know Before You Write An Offer. 

To see more of our Trendgraphix statistics for the Sacramento Region click here.   

May. 15, 2009 - Best Deal for El Dorado Hills May 15, 2009

Meadow Wood Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA -  The lowest price per square foot house for sale currently in El Dorado Hills is an amazing deal!  It was built in 1999 in one of the gated Serrano neighborhoods on a spacious corner lot that is approximately .29 acres.  It is 3950 square feet with 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.  This bank owned property is list for only $121 per square foot or $478,000.

For perspective on this great price, our Trendgraphix statistics for the month of April showed 17 bank owned homes selling for an average square foot price of $147.  There were 19 non-bank owned sales for an average per square foot price of $173.

To see all bank owned homes currently listed in El Dorado Hills visit my website at www.DeeDeeRiley.com and click on the link at the top of the page.  

For you are interested in buying a bank owned home read The 8 Tips You Should Know Before You Write An Offer. 

To see our Trendgraphix statistics by county for the Sacramento Region click here.   

May. 4, 2009 - Fabulous Greenview Home

Greenview Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA - The amazing custom homes inside the Serrano Country Club gates never cease to wow me.  This fabulous home was built in 2003 on lot almost 3/4 of an acre in size and backing to a greenbelt.  It is superbly crafted in what I'd call a modern style with approximately 4324 square feet, 5 bedrooms, and 4.5 bathrooms.  Giving way to that modern feel were the walls of windows off the back of the home where the kitchen and family room look out to the vanishing edge pool and the greenbelt behind it that you see in the third picture.  The kitchen  is truly gourmet with top of the line appliances, granite counters, European cabinetry, and a large walk-in pantry.  The master suite has it's own balcony and access to the back yard which is equipped with every amenity you could imagine in addition to the pool - spa, water slide, fire-pit, outdoor kitchen with built in BBQ, and a fireplace.  The home also has a separate guest house with a full bath and a kitchen that also has access to the back yard.  Something I have not seen before but definitely impressed me was a Jack-N-Jill closet for the junior bedrooms.  It is listed at $1,299,000.  

To see all homes for sale in El Dorado Hills over $1,000,000 visit my website at DeeDeeRiley.com and click on the link at the top of the page. 

El Dorado Hills is a wonderful community and I am proud to call it home.  If you would like more information please email me at driley@golyon.com    

Apr. 24, 2009 - Darling Single Story Serrano Home

Dalewood Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA -  I know most of the times, the homes that really impress me are the million dollar homes but this one is a great semi-custom home in a price range that is really moving in today's market.  Situated behind the gates of one of my favorite Serrano villages on just under a quarter of an acre, it was built in 1998, has 3 bedrooms plus a den, 2.5 bathrooms, and just over 2400 square feet.  As you can see by the pictures, it has great curb appeal and is equally appealing inside with many upgraded features including real hardwood floors, plantation shutters, granite counters, and crown molding.  The back yard features a beautiful pool and built in spa.  This darling single story is listed at $499,000. 

To see all El Dorado Hills homes listed under $500K visit my website at http://DeeDeeRiley.com and click on the link at the top of the page.

Last month El Dorado Hills had 40 homes sell with  the lowest at $295,000, the highest at $1,798,000, and the median at $519,000. Of the 40, 19 were bank owned and 6 were short sales. 

To see all of my best of the foothills blogs visit http://MyBestoftheHills.com.

Please email me at driley@golyon.com  with any questions or to help you get started with a purchase or sale.

Apr. 5, 2009 - Best Deal in Cameron Park Vicinity for April 5, 2009

Woodleigh Lane, Cameron Park, CA -  The lowest price per square foot ,non bank owned or short sale, home in the Cameron Park Vicinity this month is only $134.61 per square foot.  It was built in 1988 on the .488 acre lot with 5 bedrooms, 4 bath rooms, and approximately 4435 square feet. You may be able to tell from the front picture of the home that it has local views to the back, but you'll also find a pool, granite kitchen counters, a theater, a weight room, and 2 laundry areas.  The home has slate floors on the first story and and hardwood floors on the second story.  This is a lot of house for a great price.  It is currently listed at  $597,000.

To give you perspective on this price, our Lyon Trendgraphix show that 7 non-bank owned homes sold in February with an average square foot price of $169.  Looking at bank owned homes,  there were 5 sales with an average square foot price of $155.

For more information on this home or others like it in the Cameron Park area email me at driley@golyon.com.

Apr. 3, 2009 - Best Deal for El Dorado Hills April 3, 2009

Dunnewood Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA -  In case you didn't see the category heading for my "Best Deals", I have decided not to include bank owned properties in addition to the short sales, and fixer uppers.  This month's best deal is priced to sell at only $145.53 per square foot or $459,000.   It was built in 2003 on approximately .21 acres in the Stonebriar neighborhood (south of Highway 50, off White Rock Rd.).  It has 4 bedrooms (one on the first floor) and 3 baths in it's 3198 square feet.  In addition you'll find a 3 car garage and RV access.  This home has been beautifully upgraded with natural stone and shows extremely well. 

To give you perspective on this great price, our Lyon Trendgraphix statistics for February show 12 non-bank owned homes sold for an average square foot price of $184.  Looking at bank owned statistics - 14 sold for an average square foot price of $154.  

To see all homes in El Dorado Hills for sale under $500,000 visit my website at DeeDeeRiley.com and click on the link at the top of the page.  There is also a link there for all bank owned listings in El Dorado Hills.  

Mar. 8, 2009 - Best Deal for Folsom - March 08, 2009

Westbury Circle, Folsom, CA - The lowest price per square foot home aside from January's Best Deal on Tomlinson Dr. which is still available is this 2 story in Lexington Hills where there are no HOA dues.  It is not bank owned or a short sale but priced like one.  Built in 1990  with 2779 square feet, 4 bedrooms, and 3 bathrooms.  The home features a huge family room with a brick fireplace, a gourmet kitchen, and a master that includes a fireplace.  It is listed at $430,000 or $154.73 per square foot.

To give you perspective on this price, our Lyon Trendgraphix statistics show that in February there were 42 sales averaging $191 per square foot.  Of those 42 sales, 11 were bank owned and sold for an average square foot price of $179. 

To see more of our Trendgraphix by county visit my website at www.DeeDeeRiley.com. To get our statistics for a specific zip code in the Sacramento Valley  area email me at driley@golyon.com.

Mar. 8, 2009 - Charming Single Story Custom in Cameron Park

Culver Lane, Cameron Park, CA - I saw this house on Realtor tour a while back and meant to write about it then.  The time has gotten away from me but I was reminded of the charming single story when I saw a recent price reduction and couldn't believe it was still available.  It was built in 1998, on just under a quarter acre, in the quaint neighborhood of custom homes called Eastwood Park. that has it's own neighborhood park but where there are no HOA dues.  Within its 2321 square feet, you'll find 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a gourmet kitchen, and a master suite featuring a sunken tub and a double sided fireplace.  The back yard has a beautiful solar heated built pool that completes the package.  It is listed at $475,000.  

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For more information on this home or others like it in our foothill area, visit my web site at www.DeeDeeRiley.com for searching capabilities or email me at driley@golyon.com.  

Feb. 14, 2009 - Beautiful Semi-Custom JTS in Serrano

Meybees Court, El Dorado Hills, CA - This home had a real "wow" factor for me when I saw it on tour recently.  It was built in 2001 on .285 acres in the Serrano neighborhood by JTS homes.  This is what JTS called their Magnolia model.  It has approximately 4878 square feet with 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, a loft area for games or studying, and a home office with it's own entrance off the front courtyard.  The home is impeccably maintained and looks like a model.  It has been upgraded with cherry cabinets, hardwood and slate flooring, and 6 sets of custom French doors.  The back yard is beautiful as well with everything you could imagine for entertaining - a pool/spa that include waterfalls and a beach entrance to cool you on our hot days, and a fire pit  to warm you or roast marshmallows when the evenings cool.  This beautiful home is listed at $839,000.  If you would like more information or pictures please email me at driley@golyon.com

To see all of my Best of the Foothills Blogs visit www.MyBestoftheHills.com.  To have them sent to you automatically email me and I'll be happy to add you to my list.  

For more information on our El Dorado Hills area visit my website at www.DeeDeeRiley.com  

Feb. 14, 2009 - Best Deal for Cameron Park Vicinity for February 14, 2009

Sudsbury Road, Cameron Park, CA -  The lowest price per square foot today in the Cameron Park area is this home with the square foot price of only $108.72.  It is a custom and was built in 2003 on approximately .6 acre, with 3578 square feet, 5 bedrooms, and 4 bathrooms.  The master bedroom is on the main level and includes a fireplace.  This home is bank owned and listed at $389,000.  If this home is looking familiar, it was my "Best Deal" for the Cameron Park vicinity in January where it was listed for $415,000 or $116 per square foot.

For perspective on this great price, I pulled statistics from our Trendgraphix for January 09.  For all property types (bank owned, non-bank owned, short sale) there were 205 homes for sale with 10 sales.  The average price per square foot for those sales was $161.  A positive statistic showed 36 pending homes for the month which is up 63.6% since January 08.  Looking at bank owned listings only, there were 25 for sale and 6 of those sold with an average per square foot price of $149.   Trendgraphix can be viewed by county on my website but to get them specific to a zip code email me. 

To see all bank owned listings in the Cameron Park vicinity, visit my website at www.DeeDeeRiley.com and click on the link at the top of the page. 

To see all my Best Deal blogs visit www.MyBestoftheHills.com and click on the Best Deals under the "Categories" section on the right of the page.

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Feb. 6, 2009 - Best Deal for El Dorado Hills February 6, 2009

Breese Circle, El Dorado Hills, CA -  Excluding my Best Deal November blog on Souza which is still for sale at $524,900 or $97.31 per square foot, my Best Deal October blog on Montrose also still for sale at $429,900 or $104.62 per square foot, and a Pulte new Construction 3800 square feet, 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath home in the development of Laurel Oaks for $499,990 or $131.58 per square foot, this is the lowest price per square foot home you'll find in El Dorado Hills today.  The amazing thing about this home is that it sits inside the guard gates of the Serrano Country Club where some of the most expensive custom homes in El Dorado Hills are located.  The bank owned home was custom built in 2003 on .627 acres.  It has approximately 4370 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.  It is listed as $579,900 or $132.70 per square foot. 

To give you perspective on the this price I've pulled the latest statistics from our Trendgraphix which are based on sales from  the month of January.  There were 19 non- bank owned sales in El Dorado Hills where the average square foot price was $187.  Looking at bank owned only, there were 10 sales averaging $137 per square foot.  Interestingly, the average sold price was $481,000 just $1 lower than it was in January 08.  The difference is that people are just getting a lot more for their money.  

To see our Trendgraphix by county for the Sacramento Region click here. 

To see all bank owned homes in El Dorado Hills visit my website at www.DeeDeeRiley.com and click on the link at the top of the page.

If you would like me to put you on an automated email search for properties like this, please email me at driley@golyon.com.

You can see all my blogs at www.MyBestoftheHills.com or click on the Best Deals link under "Category"  on the left hand side of the page.

Feb. 4, 2009 - Beautiful Craftsman in Gated Francisco Oaks

Lida Court, El Dorado Hills, CA - Absolutely beautiful!   This home is described by the listing agent as a Cottage Craftsman style home and was designed and built to perfection.   It was built in 2004 on just less than one third acres in the gated neighborhood of custom homes called Francisco Oaks.  There are 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths and 2 half bathrooms within its 4233 square feet.  Most of the cabinetry is a creamy white that look beautiful with the dark wood flooring found throughout much of the main rooms.  The kitchen has plenty of working room and is equipped with limestone counters, top of the line appliances, and a separate built-in baking center. There is not much more the chef in your family could ask for. As you can see here, even the laundry room is fabulous. The lot has been landscaped in the front but remains very natural in the back where you have native oaks and a view of the seasonal creek running by.  Francisco Oaks has HOA dues of $85 per month which help to cover the neighborhood lights and gate.  This amazing home is listed at $1,425,000.  If you are not currently working with an agent, please email me for more information as I would be happy to help.

To see all the homes in El Dorado Hills over $1 million dollars visit my website at www.DeeDeeRiley.com and click on the link at the top of the page.  

To see all of my Best of the Foothills Blogs visit www.mybestofthehills.com. 

Feb. 2, 2009 - Single Story in Best Roseville Location

Alden Way, Roseville, CA - Though not exactly in our Sierra Foothills, I just listed this home and it is in such a great location, still in our Sacramento Valley, so I had to blog about it.  This little single story home was built in 1998 by Cresleigh Homes on approximately .15 acres in a wonderful neighborhood where it is convenient to the Galleria Mall and the newly opened Fountains Mall, (approx. 1.2 miles or 4 minutes), Hewlett Packard  (2.9 miles or approximately 9 minutes, Sutter Roseville Med Center (2.3 miles or 7 minutes), and an award winning elementary school (.2 miles or 53 seconds).  These distances and times are by car, of course.  This charming home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, within its 1537 square feet.  The 10 foot high ceilings and bright, open floor plan give it a much bigger feel.  It is meticulously clean and has been newly painted so it is move-in ready for you to make your home or buy as a rental.  This great find is listed at $295,000.  Please email me for more information, pictures or to arrange a showing.       

Jan. 17, 2009 - Bank Owned in Custom El Dorado Hills Neighborhood

Loch Way, El Dorado Hills, CA -  What an opportunity! This is one of those times when the pictures don't do justice to the home.  It was built in 1992 on just over two acres, in the beautiful upscale custom neighborhood of Sterlingshire, which is situated on the northern end of El Dorado Hills.  The home has approximately 5312 square feet, with 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, a den/office, an upstairs laundry, a remote game/bonus downstairs, a pool/spa, and a yard that with the right owner could be amazing.  It has wallpaper (popular in the time in the time it was built) and and redwood decking (Trex was not around then) that will need to be addressed along with the normal home inspection findings but  this home  has so much potential.  Both the circular driveway in front and the driveway going up to the garages and RV parking has insets of brick to match the use of brick on the front of the home.   This  bank owned  property is listed for $999,000 $939,000. 

To read more about Sterlingshire, look under my Best Neighborhood category. 

To see all bank owned homes for sale in El Dorado Hills visit my website at www.DeeDeeRiley.com and click on the link at the top of the page.

To get more information on this home or others like it in El Dorado Hills, email me at driley@golyon.com.   

Jan. 8, 2009 - Beautiful Serrano Home on Golf Course

Titleist Way, El Dorado Hills, CA - It's been quiet on the home touring front with the holidays but with the new year were many new listings to see this week.  I saw several great homes today, but this one wowed me the most.  This Serrano home was built by Parker as a semi-custom in 2000. However, it is far from that now as the sellers have totally customized it through it's extensive remodel that included the addition of walls, columns, arches, and wood beams.  The home is nestled between the quaint street and the 8th green of the Serrano Golf Course.  You can see the beautiful golf course views and the local views from the nook, family room, ground floor master bedroom, and the cozy bonus upstairs.  It has just over 3000 square, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and other added features such as a refrigerated wine room, three fireplaces (bonus, master bedroom, office),  and a built in BBQ.  It is listed at $1,035,000.

To see all houses listed for sale in El Dorado Hills $1 million and over, visit my website at www.DeeDeeRiley.com and click on the link at the top of the page. 

If you are not already working with another Realtor, I would love to help you find the perfect house.  Click here to get started.

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