May. 29, 2007 - Folsom Lake at Dusk

Sep. 10, 2009 - Best Deal for Cameron Park on September 10, 2009

 

Taraya Court, Cameron Park, CA - The lowest price per square foot home for sale today in Cameron Park is listed at only $103.61 per square foot.  Last year at this time the lowest one available was priced at $139.36 per square foot!  This two story home was built in 2006 on just under 1/3 acre in the Canbridge Oaks Subdivision just off Highway 50.  It has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and approximately 3377 square feet.  It is bank owned and is listed for $349,900.  To give you perspective on this price, our Lyon Real Estate Trendgraphix statistics show that 23 properties sold in the month of August in the Cameron Park Vicinity for at an average square foot price of $170.  Of those 23 homes, 6 of them were bank owned and sold for an average square foot price of $133.  To see all bank owned homes for sale in the Cameron Park area visit my web page at DeeDeeRiley.com and click on the link at the top of the page.  To see more of our Trendgraphix statistics by county for the Sacramento Region click here or visit my website above and click on the Market Trends tab in the left column.

Sep. 9, 2009 - Lowest Price Per Square Foot in EDH Sept. 9, 2009

San Marino Court, El Dorado Hills, CA - The lowest price per square foot home for sale today in El Dorado Hills is this 5 bedroom, 4 bath  two story.  It was built in 2003 in the Stonebriar subdivistion on cul-de-sac lot approximately .19 acres in size.   It is not a short sale or a bank owned home but priced as such.  The home is approximately 4329 square feet, is move in ready, and has many upgrades that include a wine room, central vacuum system, and stainless steel appliances.  It is listed at $495,000 which is only $114.35 per square foot.

To give you perspective on this great price our Trendgraphix statistics show that 38 homes sold in El Dorado Hills during the month of August at an average square foot price of $160.  Of those 38, 10 were bank owned and had an average square foot sold price of $141.

To see all homes for sale in El Dorado Hills under $500,000, visit my website at DeeDeeRiley.com and click on the link at the top of the page.

Aug. 28, 2009 - Magnificent Home For Sale in Custom Serrano

Aldea Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA - I saw this house on tour a couple weeks ago and have been anxious to find the time to tell you about this "best find" because it is truly magnificent!   It was built in 2007 on approximately .43 acres behind the guard gates of the prestigious Serrano Country Club, on a street dotted with majestic native oaks.  It is a Santa Barbara style designed by Murray Duncan, who I have learned, designed one of the homes in the 2005 Dream Home Showcase that was held in Lincoln, CA.  It was expertly crafted and detailed from the finish work to the extensive use of granite, stone, and wood used throughout. You'll find such things as Anderson windows and doors; crown molding; and designer lights and custom soffits.  Though it is large, approximately 4812 square feet, the gathering areas that include several patios, an interior courtyard, an upstairs balcony, and a theater make it very inviting.  The kitchen is a dream with professional appliances (including 2 dishwashers!) , a butler's pantry with a warming drawer, furniture style cabinetry, and a walk in pantry.  There in the nook area you'll also find a fireplace (one of my favorite features but seldom found in a kitchen).   The family room is over-sized with a box-beam ceiling, a stone cast fireplace, and hand scraped hickory plank floors. The home has several other fireplaces including one in the master bedroom, one in the upstairs family room, one in the down stairs family room, and one in the interior courtyard.  In addition to the master, there are 3 other bedrooms and a total of 5 bathrooms. This incredible house is currently listed at $1,299,000. 

 For more information on this home or others like it in El Dorado Hills email me at driley@golyon.com. or visit my website at www.DeeDeeRiley.com and click on one of the links at the top of the page.

Jul. 23, 2009 - Highland View Beauty

Sohair Court, El Dorado Hills, CA - This beautiful Highland View home shows like a model and is truly a "Best Find".  It was built in 1999 on just under 2/3 acre with 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and approximately 3550 square feet.  A  lot of homes in Highland View are on slopped lots, hence the word view in the name, but this lot is flat  and was landscaped perfectly to include a covered patio, sports court,  raised garden beds,  a play ground area (though the neighborhood park is only a block away and you could always go there), and built in pool that has been enclosed by a wrought iron fence.  Inside you are greeted by an open floor plan that exposes the dining room, living room, family room, nook, and kitchen.  The kitchen and laundry room flooring are honed travertine tile while the entry and the other main living areas downstairs have beautiful Brazilian cherry (dark stained) flooring that gives the rooms a great flow.   The kitchen has granite tile counters, a 5-burner gas cook-top stove, and a butlers pantry.  One of the 5 bedrooms and a full bath is downstairs to accomodate a home office or guest room if you so choose.  Upstairs is the master bedroom suite, the additional bathrooms and bedrooms, and a bonus room. Other things that add to the homes desirability is it's cul-de-sac location, the 4 car garage, and the low HOA dues for the neighborhood of only $35 per month.  Highland View is one of the newer neighborhoods of El Dorado Hills with large lots and no Mello Roos.   This home is currently listed at $709,000.  Please contact me at driley@golyon.com  for more information on this home or others like it for sale in El Dorado Hills. (This home has been withdrawn from the MLS and is currently unavailable. I will update this when it is on the market again.)

To see all of my "Best Finds" visit http://mybestofthehills.com.  

Jul. 13, 2009 - Best Deal for Folsom on July 13, 2009

Branding Iron Court, Folsom, CA - For some reason Folsom prices have held fairly well in the recent market downturn.  Sacramento county statistics show bank owned properties selling at $101 per square foot in June compared to $156 per square foot in Folsom.  Non-bank owned homes sold in Sacramento County for an average square foot price of $145 while Folsom sold for $187 per square foot on average.  Today there were only 7 homes in Folsom listed under $150 per square foot and this bank owned (REO) home was the lowest at $124.90!  It was built in 2005 on .21 acres by Elliott Homes in the Empire Ranch Subdivision.  It has approximately 3602 square feet, with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a loft area, 3 car garage, and views from the back.  The great price more than likely is taking into account that the back yard it unlandscaped.  It is listed at $449,900. 

For more information on homes for sale in Folsom or neighboring towns and communities email me at driley@golyon.com.  

To see all bank owned homes for sale in Folsom visit my website at http://DeeDeeRiley.com and click on the link at the top of the page. 

To see the "Best Deal" for El Dorado Hills this month click here.  To see the "Best Deal" for the Cameron Park area click here. 

Jul. 12, 2009 - Best Deal for Cameron Park Vicinity on July 12, 2009

Jul. 11, 2009 - Best Deal for El Dorado Hills on July 11, 2009

Damico Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA - My search for the lowest price per square foot today showed 10 homes for sale under $140 per square foot but the lowest was this two story home at only $119.26.   It was built in 2005 by Standard Pacific Homes on just over .25 acres with approximately 4091 square feet, 5 bedrooms - 1 down and the master and additional 3 upstairs, 4 bathrooms, and an upstairs bonus or loft. From the picture above it appears to have a 2 car garage but there is an additional tandem one for 3 total.   It is situated inside gates in one of the Serrano villages and has a huge flat yard, which guessing from this price needs landscaping.  Regardless, it is not a short sale or bank owned so an incredible price for El Dorado Hills!  It is listed at $487,900.  

To give you perspective on this price, I pulled statistics from our Lyon Real Estate Trengraphix for the month of June.  There were 51 total sales in El Dorado Hills for the month selling at an average square foot price of $158.  Of those 51, 17 were bank owned selling at an average square foot price of $142 and 34 were non-bank owned selling at an average square foot price of $166.  

To see all homes for sale in El Dorado Hills under $500,000 visit my website at http://DeeDeeRiley.com and click on the link at the top of the page .

For more information on El Dorado Hills email me at driley@golyon.com.  

To see the "Best Deal" for the Cameron Park are this month click here.

Jul. 11, 2009 - Exquite Custom Single Story in Charming Highland Hills Neighborhood

Loch Way, El Dorado Hills, CA - Wow!!!!  That is all I could think from the moment I walked through the courtyard gate to this beautiful El Dorado Hills home.  It was built in a French Country style in 2006 in the custom neighborhood of Highland Hills, where residents pay no HOA dues or Mello Roos, on just over 1 acre.  There is approximately 5180 square feet in this single story, with 4+ bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms.  With 5180 square feet  to use all of the rooms are generous and the feel is very open throughout the family room, kitchen and nook. The kitchen, pictured above, includes 4 ovens, a 6 burner range, and a sub-zero refrigerator.  The game room has a built-in bar and big glass doors that access a covered patio (shown in third picture above), complete with a fireplace, built-in BBQ, and ceiling fans.  The backyard is fully landscaped and includes a pool and spa, of course!  If that isn't enough for you, there are 6 garages - 3  attached and 3 detached with  built-in cabinets, epoxy floors, weight room/hobby room, and approximately 1600 square feet of an almost finished 2 bedroom, 2 bath apartment above the detached garage.  It is listed for $1,750,000. 

Please email me at driley@golyon.com if I can help you with more information on this home or others like it in El Dorado Hills.

To see all homes for sale in El Dorado Hills over $1 Million visit my website at http://DeeDeeRiley.com and click on the link at the top right of my home page.  And to see all of my Best of the Foothills blogs click here.

Jul. 11, 2009 - Beautiful Kalithea Custom in El Dorado Hills

Capetanios Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA - Situated within the prestigious neighborhood of Kalithea, rests this beautiful estate home with a backyard that looks like a resort.  The views here vary from mesmerizing night lights of the Sacramento Valley to peaceful Folsom Lake views. The home itself is exquisite!  It was built the the Mediterranean in style by William Stewart in 2004 with 4734 square feet that includes 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.  Each of the bedrooms has its own bathroom plus there is an additional full bathroom in the down stairs game room.   The detail and amenities here speak for the quality.  Both the formal living room and the family room have floor to ceiling stone fireplaces.  The kitchen is a chef's dream with stainless steel appliances by Wolfe and Bosch and include a six burner range with a pot filler, subzero refrigerator, warming draw, and all the regular appliances that have become standard for us today.  It was designed with black granite counter tops and tumbled stone and granite back splashes.  Off the back of the home, overlooking the back yard is a large covered deck running the length of the upstairs that you can access from both the family room and the Master bedroom suite.  In addition there is a courtyard off the kitchen where you can sit by the fireplace and enjoy the amazing views.   The amenities here go on and on.   It is listed at $1,425,000. 

The Kalithea neighborhood is one of the newest neighborhoods in El Dorado Hills.  It is a gated neighborhood where all of the homes are custom and many are lucky to have beautiful Sacramento Valley and Folsom Lake views.  Currently homes for sale are ranging from $999,000 to $2,449,000 and lots are ranging from $250,000 to $550,000.

Please email me at driley@golyon.com  for more information on other homes like this in El Dorado Hills or visit my website to search yourself. 

To see all of my Best of the Foothills Blogs click here.

Please keep in mind that prices and availability here are as of the date this blog was posted.  I try to update when time permits but please email me for updates on homes you read about in my blog.

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. 

To see all of my Best of the Foothill Blogs click here.   

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. *Sold 6/11/2009.

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.  *Sold 6/26/09.

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. *Sold 6/16/2009.

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.