May. 29, 2007 - Folsom Lake at Dusk
| In this region of rolling hills we are fortunate to have beautiful views of not only the Valley, but also Folsom Lake, the Sierra Nevada Mountains, and a number of local golf courses and community lakes. Here is Folsom Lake at dusk seen from the Highland View neighborhood in El Dorado Hills. The lights across the lake are Granite Bay. Please add this site to your favorites and check back to see what other great things I have come across. |
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May. 14, 2008 - Great Horse Property Home in Shingle Springs
Carlson Drive, Shingle Springs, CA - This stunning estate property rests beautifully on 5 oak-studded acres yet is still conveniently located to Hwy. 50, our great schools, and shopping. The main house is approximately 2649 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom; and the guest house is 1000 square feet with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. The main house is very warm and inviting with the use of brick in the great room around the fireplace and bar area. The kitchen is large and open to the nook and great (family) room. The backyard is magnificently done with a heated swimming pool, koi pond, and lighted horseshoe pit, and ample decking and patio areas. Add in the amazing horse amenities that include a covered arena and a 5-stall barn with both a tack and a feed room, and you'll understand why I feel that this is both a great find and a great value. It is listed at $1,199,000. Please call or email me for more information.
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May. 3, 2008 - Beauty with Lake Views in Prestigious Summit Neighborhood
Huntington Circle, El Dorado Hills, CA - As you make your way inside the gates of the prestigious Summit neighborhood and meander past one amazing custom home after another you can't help but be in awe. Perched high on a hill towards the back of the development, this home permits sneak peaks of Folsom Lake from the first floor living areas off the back of the house and the pool area, but the 2nd floor is a whole other story. The 2nd floor has two viewing balconies, including a private one for the Master suite, where you can catch the gorgeous sunset views over the lake. The owner/builder spared no expense building their residence and it is apparent in the appointments used such as the solid knotty alder doors, the radiant heated concrete floors, and the generous use of natural stone. Even the back yard is a beautiful oasis with a sparkling pool/spa, a putting green, and an outdoor kitchen complete with BBQ, refrigerator, sink, and granite counters. As you would expect in a house of this character, the kitchen has everything a cook could want - 6 burner range, double ovens, butlers pantry, wine refrigerator..... As mentioned, the master suite is on the 2nd floor where it can full advantage of the views. Downstairs is a mini master suite for your guests with a separate entrance, walk in closet and separate tub and shower. This "best find" was built in 2006, on approximately .465 acres with over 4400 square feet of living space, and has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. It is listed at $1,574,888. If you would like more information or pictures of this home or others like it in our area, please call or email me. To view a map click here.
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May. 3, 2008 - Stunning Semi-Custom Single Story in Serrano
Meadow Wood Court, El Dorado Hills, CA - It may have the same floor plan as some of the neighboring houses but the owners of this Serrano home spared no expenses on the upgrades and improvements in customizing it. From the minute you pass through the leaded glass entry and enter the rotunda, you can't help but notice the beautiful travertine floors and the inlayed motif at the rotunda's center. As you move through the home you'll see not only the owners added touches but those the builder designed in as well such as art niches, a stone hearth, and architecture that transcends between the interior and the outdoors. In the back yard, you'll find an outdoor kitchen and a refreshing pool/spa. As with all Serrano neighborhoods, you have a security gate and a private neighborhood park. This particular Serrano village is close to all levels of schools, the El Dorado Hills Library, and is within minutes of Highway 50 and our Town Center. This stunning "best find" home was built in 1998, with approximately 2680 square feet, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a den. It is listed for $629,000. If you'd like more information on this home or others like it in the Sacramento Valley area, please call or email me. For a map click here.
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May. 2, 2008 - Single Story Custom in Great Shingle Springs Neighborhood
Vega Loop, Shingle Springs, CA - This is a great find in a great gated neighborhood! Built on a flat lot, approximately .92 acres, in Hacienda De Estrellas, this beautiful, custom, 2651 square foot home has it all, great curb appeal, amazing back yard, and classic, quality upgrades in and out. There are 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and an additional office/den. The kitchen has cherry cabinets and slab granite counters. The flooring consists of distressed wide plank hardwood, 18X18 tile, and carpet. The back yard is exceptional and well layed out with a solar heated pool, a spa, a built in kitchen with a granite top, a play structure, and still has room for the family garden or whatever you desire. The neighborhood itself also has a community center, pool, and tennis courts. HOA dues are $285 per quarter but that takes care of all the neighborhood amenities and there are no Mello Roos. This wonderful home is listed at $749,000. If you aren't currently working with a realtor, I would love to represent you in purchasing this home. Please call or email me for more information or pictures.
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May. 2, 2008 - Best Deal in Cameron Park Vicinity - April 08
Lambeth Drive, Rescue, CA - This bank owned home is currently the best price per square foot listing in the Cameron Park vicinity at $151.60 per square foot. It was built in 2005 on just over 1/2 acre and is located in the Sierra Crossing subdivision. It is approximately 3620 square feet and has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and an upstairs loft with built in cabinetry. The back yard has not been landscaped. Our Lyon RE Trendgraphix for the month of March show this area having 23 sales averaging $186 per square foot. Of those 23 sales, 6 were bank owned and sold at an average of $176/ square foot. This home is listed at $548,000. Please call or email me for more information or to find others like it in the Cameron Park vicinity. To see more on our Trendgraphix visit my website at DeeDeeRiley.com and click on Market Trends or click on the Market Trends link on the right side of this blog.
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May. 2, 2008 - Best Deal El Dorado Hills - April 08
Redondo Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA - The "best price per square foot" home in El Dorado Hills is unbelievably priced at only $140.66 per square foot. It's bank owned and extremely low even among other bank owned properties. I truly believe sometimes this is a strategy for banks to get a higher price as it insights competition and multiple offers. However, it is what it is so I'll just give you the information I found. This semi-custom home was built in 2004, in one of the gated villages of Serrano, on approximately .482 acres, and has 4265 square feet, 4 bedrooms, 4 baths. The kitchen has granite counters and stainless steel appliances. Our Lyon RE Trendgraphix statistics for the month of March show that 30 homes sold at an average price per square foot of $192. Of these 30 sold homes, 9 were bank owned properties averaging $163/square foot. The home is listed at $599,900. Please call or email me for more information.
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May. 2, 2008 - Best Deal for Folsom - April 08
Pine Grove Way, Folsom, CA - This best deal is not bank owned but definitely priced to sell at $160.34 per square foot. It was built in 1982, in the custom neighborhood of Valley Pines, on approximately 1/3 acre, with 3399 square feet, 4 bedrooms, and 3 baths. The master bath has been tastefully remodeled. The kitchen needs updating still but is large and has used brink incorporated around the built in ovens giving it a great deal of character. In the back yard, you'll find a large pool with 2 waterfalls. Currently listed for $545,000. For some perspective on this price, our Trendgraphix for the month of March showed 67 homes selling for an average of $210 per square foot. This figure includes 11 bank owned sales that averaged $188 per square foot. For more information on this home or others like it, please call or email me. For more information on our Lyon RE Trendgraphix please click on the Trendgraphix link above.
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Apr. 26, 2008 - Beautiful Serrano Custom with Valley & Mountain Views
Sur Mer Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA - Imagine views of Folsom Lake and the Sacramento Valley lights from one side of your house and local and mountain views from the pool, cabana area, and back of your house. This Serrano custom is truly superb inside and out. Walking up to the front door, you come through a courtyard area surrounded by roses that smell divine. Inside quality construction abounds from the gourmet kitchen with it's custom cabinets, massive center island, and granite slab counters, to the family room with it's boxed beam ceiling. From the kitchen and family room you can see out to the backyard where your beautiful pool and cabana, complete with an outdoor kitchen and fireplace, await you. Situated within the Country Club gates and built in 2002 on .59 acres, this best find home is approximately 4780 square feet and has 5 bedrooms and 4 baths. It is listed at $1,595,000. Please email me for more information on this amazing home.
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Apr. 20, 2008 - Darling Single Story Semi-Custom in El Dorado Hills
Cabrito Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA - Built in 1999 and filled with character, this single story, semi-custom home was a great find this week on tour. Located behind the gates of Serrano's Village B neighborhood, it is within walking distance of not only the local elementary school but the middle school, high school, and the El Dorado Hills library as well. The home is approximately 2109 square feet, has 3 bedrooms plus a den and 2 baths. In the kitchen you'll find granite and Corian counters with stainless steel appliances. I found the backyard to be inviting and very private. This wonderful home is currently listed at $529,000. Please call or email me for more information or pictures on this home or others like it. As always, if you are not currently working with a Realtor, I would love to represent you in the purchase or sale of your home.
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Apr. 15, 2008 - Spanish Mission Style Custom in Serrano
Breese Circle, El Dorado Hills, CA - Designed by Tomano and Chaw, this Spanish Mission style custom is exquisite. It is located within the gated Country Club neighborhood of Serrano on approximately .73 acres. Built on a down slope the home appears to be a single story but is actually around 5570 square feet and includes 2 master suites, 3 additional spacious bedrooms, 5 baths, a downstairs game room, a wine cellar, and 3 pantries. One of my favorite features in a house is a fireplace; here you'll find 4. The builder used many upscale products that speak to the homes quality from custom designed cabinetry and crown molding with rope lighting to Wolf kitchen appliances. The use of wide plank maple flooring as you can see in picture of the kitchen makes the home feel warm and inviting. This gorgeous home is listed at $1,675,000. Please email me for more information.
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Mar. 24, 2008 - Amazing Summit Home with Breathtaking Views
Columbia Circle, El Dorado Hills, CA - Located inside the gated Summit neighborhood, this amazing home has amazing views as well of Folsom Lake and the Sacramento Valley lights. Perfect for entertaining, it was built in 2001 on just under 1/3 acre and has approximately 4842 square feet, that includes 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and a separate guest suite. The kitchen features granite counters, Dacor appliances, and a pantry with a dumb waiter to the garage below. Both the kitchen and nook are situated at the back of the house and look out at a relaxing and private backyard paradise, complete with pool, spa, outdoor kitchen and fire pit. It is listed at $1,649,000. Please email or call me for more pictures or information on this best find, best view home.
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Mar. 10, 2008 - Italian Rural Estate in Sun Ridge Meadows
Swift Road, Shingle Springs, CA - There were 34 homes on the MLS tour for our area this week located throughout El Dorado Hills, Rescue, and Shingle Springs. I picked 10 homes to see and though I covered a lot of miles, they were well worth it. I saw several amazing homes that beautiful spring day starting with a Folsom Lake view home in the gated Summit Neighborhood; and ending with 4 stunning homes in the rural gated community of Sun Ridge Meadows, where property boundaries are marked by white split rail fences. The most amazing home of all was an Italian rural estate of 35+ acres, one of the largest parcels in Sun Ridge Meadows, and is exquisite in every way. The home itself is perched high on a knoll overlooking the Sacramento Valley. I could only imagine the magnificent sunsets the owners must enjoy. Built in 2004, there is approximately 5884 feet in the main house that includes 3+ bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. The first thing that caught my eye when I walked in was the quartz stone and distressed hickory floors, that I later found out have radiant heating beneath them. Then I looked past some fellow Realtors gathered in the great room to the outside where I could see the infinity edge pool and the incredible views beyond it. The kitchen was grand yet still casual with the stonework used around the stove and, though you can't see it in the picture above, the semicircular island/ eating bar. The grandeur continued in the master suite where the closet had a back door that exited next to the laundry room. In the master bathroom was a beautiful stone fireplace with its own hearth. The estate also includes a custom guest house, it's own pond, and horse amenities that include a covered arena and two barns. This one of a kind, best find is listed at $3,800,000 and is quite a deal for what you'll be getting. For more information or pictures on this or any of the homes in Sun Ridge Meadows, please email me.
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Mar. 5, 2008 - Best Deal for Folsom - March 08
Owl Meadow Street, Folsom, CA - This bank owned home is situated in Empire Ranch and is currently listed on the MLS as the lowest price per square foot for all of Folsom. Built by Elliott Homes in 2005, it has 3999 square feet, 5 bedrooms, and 3 bathrooms. Trendgraphix statistics for January show that 24 homes at the average of $208 per square foot. Nine of those were also bank owned and sold for an average of $193 per square foot. This property is listed for $634,500 $614.500 or $158.55 $153.66 per square foot. There are currently 2 other very nice homes in Folsom under $168 per square foot and not bank owned or in a short sale position, please email me for more information on them as well.
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Mar. 5, 2008 - Best Deal for El Dorado Hills - March 08*
Belhaven Way, El Dorado Hills, CA - The best deal today in El Dorado Hills looks like this 3640 square foot home built in 2003 in the Stonebriar neighborhood on just over a 1/4 acre lot . It has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and a pool. Our current Trendgraphix statistics shows that 28 homes sold in El Dorado Hills in the month of January for an average of $206 per square foot. Nine of those 28 homes were bank owned and averaged $175 per square foot. This one is also bank owned and is listed for $535,000, only $146.98 per square foot. Unfortunately for homeowners, they are having to compete with these low prices to get their homes sold. Please email me for more information on this property or others like it. (This home sold 3-27-2008.)
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Mar. 5, 2008 - Best Deal in Cameron Park Vicinity - March 08
Boeing Road, Cameron Park, CA - The best deal this month for the Cameron Park vicinity, which includes the communities of Rescue and Shingle Springs, happens to be in Airpark Estates where you can park your plane in your garage and taxi directly to the Cameron Park Airpark. It is a bank owned home that was built in 1978 but has had some updating. The home, situated on approximately .42 acres, is 3744 square feet, has 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a built in pool. Our Trendgraphix for the month of January shows 27 homes sold for an average of $198 per square foot. Even looking at bank owned stats for the same period - showed 4 homes sold with an average square foot price of $181. This best deal is listed at $549,900 $489,900 or $146.88 $130.85/ square foot. To see more Cameron Park area bank owned properties visit my website at www.DeeDeeRiley.com mail or for more information on this property specifically email me.
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Feb. 25, 2008 - Beatiful Custom El Dorado Hills Neighborhood - The Summit
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The Summit, El Dorado Hills, CA - This beautiful neighborhood is situated on the northern end of El Dorado Hills off Francisco Boulevard. So exquisite an area that it was chosen for the location of the 1988 Street of Dreams Home Tour for the Sacramento area. There were a few homes in there before that time but really took off in the 90's and since. There are approximately 190 home sites inside the gated community ranging in size from just over 1/3 acre to 2.33 acres and only a few of those lots remain undeveloped but tightly held by their owners. The homes range in size from just over 3000 to just under 11,000 square feet. Some of the homes towards the back of the neighborhood have Folsom Lake views adding to their gracious ambiance. Even though I feel such a sense of awe when I drive through the streets, I have always felt a friendliness too. Maybe it's the little neighborhood park and tennis courts that make me think of family. There are HOA dues of $130 per month but no Mello Roos. Currently there are 7 homes for sale in this wonderful neighborhood ranging from just under $900,000 to $1,950,000. For more information on any homes for sale here in the Summit or other developments of its quality in our area, please contact me.
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Feb. 16, 2008 - Spacious Home on Stunning Shingle Springs Street
Meder Court, Shingle Springs, CA - Two years ago or so, while on Realtor tour, I visited a home on this street. Though I couldn't tell you what the inside of that house looked like, the street stuck in my mind as it was so beautiful meandering through a little pocket of homes, sitting among majestic oaks on acre + lots. When this week's list of homes on tour came out, I remembered that beautiful street and made this home first on my list to see. The house itself is very spacious with 3709 square feet, 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a game room, but was built in 1991 and could use updating. However, the lot (just over 1 acre), is stunning and the potential for this home is huge. It is listed at $799,000. If you would like more information or to arrange a showing please email me.
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Feb. 10, 2008 - Delightful English Country Home in Cameron Park*
Bertella Road, Cameron Park, CA - The delightful English country home had my interest from the moment I pulled up to it. It is only winter so many of the plants I saw walking up to the front door are dormant, but I could still imagine their beauty in bloom and see that the landscape fit the style of the home so perfectly. The home, built in 2001, is situated on approximately 1/2 acre and has views to the east from the front, including local views of Cameron Park. Inside the 3577 square foot house are 6 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, and custom everything from cabinetry to wall finishes. The kitchen was amazing with 2 full sinks, a Dacor double oven, 2 Bosch dishwashers, a large island with a warming drawer, granite counters. cherry cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a gourmet gas cook-top with a pot filler. The owners had the back yard designed and began the project but are relocating. It will be up to the buyer to see it through. It is a very private and beautiful lot, however, and looks quite promising. It is listed at $849,000. I would love to represent you as your buyer's agent on this best find. Please contact me for more pictures or information. (This home sold 4-4-2008.)
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Feb. 6, 2008 - Best Deal for Folsom - February 2008*
Bowen Drive, Folsom, CA - Built in 2005 in a desirable and conveniently located area near Empire Ranch Golf Course, this home is the best price per square foot currently listed in Folsom. It has 3449 square feet, 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, and is situated on approximately .169 acres. It is a bank owned property and is listed at $509,900 which is $147.84 per square foot. To give you an idea of how under priced this home is: 44 homes sold in Folsom in December averaging $213 per square foot. Nine of those 44 homes were also bank owned and they averaged $206 per square foot. These statistics come from our monthly Trendgraphix reports. You can see county stats for the 5 county Sacramento Region by clicking on my Market Trends link in the left column. Please contact me for more information on this home or other areas in the Sacramento Valley. (This home sold 4-16-2008.)
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Feb. 6, 2008 - Best Deal for El Dorado Hills - February 08*
Samuel Way, El Dorado Hills, CA - My best deal post for December 08 was Belhaven Way and it currently is still the best price per square foot home available in El Dorado Hills at $143.72 per square foot but this home built in 2005 is the next "best deal" at only $156.61 per square foot. Our Lyon Trendgraphix market trends showed the 36 homes that sold in El Dorado Hills for the month of December averaged $212 per square foot. Looking at bank owned properties only, the 17 that sold averaged $190 per square foot. Located in the Laurel Oaks subdivision, on .220 acres with 3863 square feet that includes 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms (4 full and 1 half), an office, and a media room. It is bank owned and listed at $605,000. For more information on this home or others like it in our area please contact me. (This home sold 3-28-2008.)
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