RUBEN RODRIGUEZ Meet
Over the past 20 years, Ruben Rodriguez has helped hundreds of clients buy and sell homes throughout San Diego County. For his contributions to the field, Ruben was presented with a Chairman’s Circle Gold Award in 2008, ranking within the top 2 percent of over one million agents nationwide. He has been distinguished as a member of the President’s Circle and has won numerous awards throughout his real estate career. Most recently, he received the International President’s Elite Award, signifying his place in the top 3 percent of Coldwell Banker agents worldwide. He also holds a Real Estate Business Builder designation.
In 2012, Ruben joined Coldwell Banker West because of its core values and reputation for providing superior customer service. Building mutually beneficial relationships, he focuses on understanding his clients’ needs, preferences, and values, and then advises and educates them on the best practices in the industry. Ruben attributes his two decades of success to the trust and rapport he builds with his clients: “Above all, it is important to build a close and trusting relationship during the buying and selling process.”
In Ruben’s words: “My commitment and obligation is to change the stats one family at a time through real estate.”
RUBEN RODRIGUEZ
REALTOR ® | DRE# 01337209
619.26 1.9814
RUBEN@RUBENR.COM
RUBENR.COM
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GUIDING YOU Home
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Information current as of 3/29/23
BANKERS HILL
2626 6TH AVENUE #50
2 BR | 3 BA | 2,500 ESF
$2,095,000
MLS# 230000178
BONITA
451 CAMINO ELEVADO
5 BR | 4 BA | 2,537 ESF
$1,349,900 - $1,399,900
MLS# PTP2301316
BONITA
5632 JOCKEY WAY
5 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,807 ESF
$1,199,900 - $1,249,900
MLS# PTP2301374
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BONITA
595 TRAILRIDGE DRIVE
5 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,766 ESF
$1,074,900
MLS# PTP2207033
CARLSBAD
1415 CHESTNUT AVENUE
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,376 ESF
$1,995,000
MLS# 230003249
CHULA VISTA
2759 SADLERS CREEK ROAD
6 BR | 5 BA | 3,765 ESF
$1,595,000
MLS# PTP2300891
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CHULA VISTA
756 DE LA TOBA ROAD
4 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,728 ESF
$1,110,000
MLS# PTP2300092
CHULA VISTA
2025 MARQUETTE ROAD
4 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,329 ESF
$1,050,000
MLS# PTP2301294
CHULA VISTA
1352 GRANITE SPRINGS DRIVE
4 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,356 ESF
$925,000 - $965,000
MLS# PTP2301412
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CHULA
VISTA
421 KRISTA COURT
4 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,774 ESF
$875,000 MLS# PTP2301012
CHULA VISTA
2505 WHISPERING PALMS LOOP
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,236 ESF
$840,000 MLS# PTP2301397
CHULA VISTA
2104 WATERSIDE DRIVE
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,535 ESF
$815,000
MLS# PTP2301244
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CORONADO
850 OLIVE AVENUE
4 UNITS
$3,900,000
MLS# PTP2301123
CORONADO
247 B AVENUE
4 BR | 4 BA | 2,708 ESF
$3,350,000
MLS# PTP2300990
CORONADO
625 2ND STREET
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,759 ESF
$3,000,000
MLS# 230005338
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EL CAJON
1331 WINDMILL ROAD
4 UNITS
$2,485,000 MLS# PTP2205773
DOWNTOWN
888 W E STREET #3902
3 BR | 3.5 BA | 2,608 ESF
$4,850,000 - $5,350,000 MLS# PTP2206732
EL CAJON
11649 CALLE SIMPSON
5 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,601 ESF
$1,249,900 - $1,299,900
MLS# PTP2301118
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EL CAJON
1098 GLENHILL ROAD
5 BR | 2 BA | 2,690 ESF
$1,150,000
MLS# PTP2300281
EL CAJON
8560 E COUNTY DRIVE
4 BR | 3 BA | 1,940 ESF
$939,900
MLS# PTP2206300
EL CAJON
910 BUCKEYE COURT
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,617 ESF
$799,000
MLS# 220013416
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HILLCREST
3670 8TH AVENUE
4 BR | 2.5 BA | 3,382 ESF
$1,877,000
MLS# 230003004
JAMUL
15437 PALLUX STAR COURT
7 BR | 5 FULL & 3 HALF BA | 6,122 ESF
$4,995,000
MLS# 220023833
LA JOLLA
1402 W MUIRLANDS DRIVE
6 BR | 5 BA | 3,934 ESF
$9,995,000
MLS# 220029104
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UNOBSTRUCTED BALBOA PARK VIEWS
2626 6th Avenue #50, San Diego, CA
homeofthe month 13 HOME SIMPLICITY MAGAZINE
2626 6TH AVENUE #50 SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Don’t miss this opportunity to own your entire 5th floor with unobstructed Balboa Park views all the way to the mountains! This exclusive building consist of only 5 full floor units. This 5th floor unit is high enough to have views in all directions. The unit boasts floor-to-ceiling windows, an open-concept
floor plan, cantina doors onto a large balcony overlooking the park, and high ceilings. Enjoy the spacious rooms, two private bedroom suites plus the third optional bedroom/den, private elevator entry and a large private laundry room.
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3 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | 2,500 ESF | Listed at $2,095,000
Interior upgrades include wood flooring throughout the first floor, custom-built cabinets and countertops in the dining room,
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LA JOLLA
5663 ABALONE PLACE
3 BR | 3.5 BA | 2,778 ESF
$5,600,000
MLS# 230002123
LA JOLLA
5552 VIA CALLADO
4 BR | 5.5 BA | 4,213 ESF
$5,495,000
MLS# PTP2300672
LAKESIDE
11850 HI HOPES DRIVE
4 BR | 2 BA | 2,579 ESF
$945,000 - $995,000
MLS# PTP2300796
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MISSION VALLEY
2730 ESCALA CIRCLE
2 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,279 ESF
$769,500
MLS# 230004608
MOUNT HELIX
10155 HERMOSA WAY
5 BR | 4.5 BA | 4,850 ESF
$1,999,999
MLS# PTP2206833
MOUNT HELIX
1754 NAVAJA ROAD
4 BR | 3 BA | 2,932 ESF
$1,275,000
MLS# PTP2301162
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OCEAN BEACH
4831-35 BRIGHTON AVENUE
3 UNITS
$2,695,000
MLS# 230000225
OCEAN BEACH
1971 VENICE STREET
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,816 ESF
$1,995,000
MLS# 230005227
OCEAN BEACH/ SUNSET CLIFFS
4386 MONACO STREET
3 BR + 2 OPTIONAL | 3.5 BA | 3,962 ESF
$3,495,000
MLS# 230005698
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OTAY MESA
1487 SIGNAL AVENUE
4 BR | 2 BA | 1,491 ESF
$779,900
MLS# PTP2301113
PACIFIC BEACH
4801 ACADEMY STREET
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,520 ESF
$2,500,000
MLS# 230000898
PACIFIC BEACH
2202 SOLEDAD RANCHO ROAD
5 BR | 3 BA | 2,736 ESF
$2,495,000
MLS# PTP2301366
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POWAY
16801 CHAPARRAL WAY
5 BR | 6 FULL & 2 HALF BA | 6,150 ESF
$2,799,000 - $2,999,000
MLS# PTP2204800
POWAY
13475 CALLE COLINA
5 BR | 4 BA | 3,242 ESF
$1,600,000
MLS# 220029286
RANCHO SANTA FE
3023 PASEO CIELO
5 BR | 4.5 BA | 4,666 ESF
$4,480,000
MLS# 230004974
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SAN
MARCOS
988 SAN PABLO DRIVE
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,790 ESF
$879,000
MLS# PTP2300322
SANTALUZ
7848 DOUG HILL
4 BR | 4.5 BA | 4,677 ESF
$5,249,000 - $5,749,000
MLS# 230003755
SPRING
VALLEY
3331 S BONITA STREET
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,520 ESF
$745,000
MLS# PTP2301218
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TEMECULA
45510 ZANDER COURT
7 BR | 4.5 BA | 4,121 ESF
$1,175,000
MLS# 220026822
VISTA
2445 PRIMROSE AVENUE
4 BR | 3.5 BA | 2,290 ESF
$899,000
MLS# 230005137
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INVIVO TAKES WINE TASTING TO New Heights
It’s time to drink up. Literally. Invivo Air, the “world’s first winery airline,” just completed its inaugural tasting flight, with plans for additional jaunts later in 2023.
“We’re thrilled to open Invivo Air to the public and deliver a truly unique experience for those that come on board,” says Invivo Air cofounder Rob Cameron. “We’re looking forward to guiding our guests through the ultimate wine lovers experience.”
On its maiden voyage, the New Zealand-based company flew guests on an Air Saab 340 replete with Cloud Wine emblazoned on the exterior. The plane departed Auckland Airport January 31 on an “all-inclusive viticulture vacation (that) took 30 wine guests from Auckland to Queenstown for an overnight adventure, throughout which they tasted more than 16 wines,” says Invivo.
The guided eight-step wine-tasting at 18,000 feet featured tasting pours from the awardwinning Invivo, Graham Norton and Invivo X, Sarah Jessica Parker ranges. Two hours after take-off, Invivo Air made its descent into Queenstown, where guests were treated to a tour and
tasting of select Pinot Noir wines at Legend’s Terrace, one of Invivo’s oldest vineyards in scenic Central Otago.
A five-course, banquet-style meal at Botswana Butchery with paired wine and spirits in central Queenstown followed, before quests retreated to their lakeside rooms at the five-star Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa on the shores of Lake Wakatipu. They returned to Auckland on an Invivo Air flight the next morning.
“We were thrilled to welcome our guests on board Invivo Air and deliver such a special experience,” says Tim Lightbourne, Invivo cofounder. “As a Kiwi company, we loved showcasing some of our stunning wine regions, vistas, gastronomy and, of course, wine to our passengers. We’ve had such positive feedback from our guests, we’re planning our next experience. We’d love to run an international flight for our next trip!”
Ready for your wine flight? Invivo Air is currently taking registrations and destination requests for future flights, with dates and itineraries to be announced later in 2023.
Article source: https://blog.coldwellbankerluxury.com/invivotakes-wine-tasting-to-new-heights
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ALPINE
2638 W VICTORIA DRIVE
3 BR + 2 OPTIONAL | 3 BA | 2,112 ESF
$975,000
MLS# 230004645
BONITA
5404 SAN MIGUEL ROAD
5 BR | 4 BA | 4,222 ESF
$1,100,000
MLS# PTP2301238
CARLSBAD
2941 SONDRA COURT
3 BR | 3 BA | 2,286 ESF
$1,349,000
MLS# NDP2302181
CARMEL VALLEY
4373 CORTE DE LA FONDA
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,555 ESF
$1,695,000 - $1,800,000
MLS# 230005598
CHULA VISTA
1385 JUDSON WAY
4 BR | 2 BA | 1,760 ESF
$749,900
MLS# PTP2300817
CHULA VISTA
1575 APACHE DRIVE UNIT C
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,452 ESF
$679,900 - $719,900
MLS# PTP2300919
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CHULA VISTA
1708 PRESIDIO PLACE #2
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,587 ESF
$669,900
MLS# PTP2301341
CHULA VISTA
1557 SAN JAVIER COURT #1
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,163 ESF
$580,000
MLS# PTP2301343
CHULA VISTA
2709 BOX ELDER COURT
3 BR | 3 BA | 1,412 ESF
$595,000
MLS# 230004896
CHULA VISTA
433 SANIBELLE CIRCLE #156
2 BR | 2 BA | 920 ESF
$550,000
MLS# PTP2301332
CHULA VISTA
1653 LA RIBERA LANE #1
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,163 ESF
$585,000
MLS# PTP2301106
CHULA VISTA
121 ORANGE AVENUE #78
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,404 ESF
$277,500
MLS# PTP2206975
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CITY HEIGHTS
2003 BAYVIEW HEIGHTS DRIVE #264
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,440 ESF
$229,000 - $249,000
MLS# PTP2301215
COLLEGE/EL CERRITO
6055 ESTELLE STREET #2
2 BR | 2 BA | 971 ESF
$529,900
MLS# NDP2301130
CLAIREMONT
5455 CONRAD AVENUE
4 BR | 2 BA | 1,724 ESF
$995,000
MLS# 220026593
COLLEGE/ROLANDO
6305 MALCOLM DRIVE
2 BR | 1 FULL & 2 HALF BA | 1,140 ESF
$849,000
MLS# 230004783
CLAIREMONT
2930 COWLEY WAY #108
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,364 ESF
$799,000
MLS# 230005481
DOWNTOWN
2064 KETTNER BOULEVARD #38
1 BR | 1 BA | 625 ESF
$679,000
MLS# 230005206
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DOWNTOWN
1150 J STREET #212
1 BR | 1 BA | 735 ESF
$490,000
MLS# 230005164
ENCINITAS
612 SUMMER VIEW CIRCLE
2 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,455 ESF
$954,000
MLS# NDP2302243
EL CENTRO
999 SKYVIEW AVENUE
5 BR | 3 BA | 2,721 ESF
$489,000
MLS# PTP2207788
ESCONDIDO
2184 BERNARDO AVENUE
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,468 ESF
$769,000
MLS# 230005554
ENCANTO
1655 DILLARD STREET
3 BR | 2 BA | 960 ESF
$637,000 - $645,000
MLS# PTP2301051
FULLERTON
1543 WAVERTREE LANE
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,203 ESF
$635,000
MLS# PTP2301111
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GUEST ROOM TIPS FOR The Warmest of Welcomes
Opening your house to guests is one of the many joys of being a homeowner. You can make guests feel welcomed and comfortable by following these simple tips.
Create the Ultimate “Flex” Room
Flexibility is key in getting the most out of your guest quarters. If you host frequently, the room will likely be used by a wide variety of people – from your high school bestie visiting with her kids on spring break, to Great Auntie Edna who’s there for the holidays, to your nephew who’s in town to tour college campuses. If you expect to house children or multiple guests at the same time, consider investing in bunk beds or at least twin beds to offer several possible combinations of sleeping arrangements. The important thing is to plan ahead and anticipate who you may be hosting. Keep this in mind when decorating the space as well. Selecting a neutral color palette (step away from that ruffled, hot pink comforter!) will ensure that everyone feels content in their home away from home.
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Add Some Local Flavor
Showcase your local community by displaying the highlights or most popular features of your city. Display a coffee table book about its history or attractions. Framed postcards or other artwork that show the best and coolest spots around town will not only dress up the space, but also give visitors a little taste of what they might see and do during their stay. Go one step further and stock the dresser drawer with brochures or travel magazines they can browse through to gather ideas about an itinerary for their vacation.
Walk a Mile in Their Shoes
Want to really understand what your visitors might need? Spend a night in your guest room with suitcase in tow, and you’ll discover all sorts of little niceties that would make a difference to your guests: handy hooks for wet towels, extra blankets in the bureau, plenty of empty hangers in the closet, a convenient luggage rack, drink coasters for the nightstand, an alarm clock or even a collection of short stories for nighttime reading. Endeavoring to understand their needs from their perspective will help you play the role of the perfect host.
Feel confident when you lay out the welcome mat that those who cross your threshold will enjoy the time spent in your home. Refer to these tips when preparing for overnight guests and you’ll be sure to win points as a first-rate host.
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GOLDEN HILL
460 MORRISON STREET
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,332 ESF
$675,000
MLS# PTP2301424
JACUMBA
DESERT VIEW TOWER & 3 HOMES
TOWER + 3 UNITS
$2,250,000
MLS# 230000626
HILLCREST
1756 ESSEX STREET #109
2 BR | 2 BA | 841 ESF
$629,000 - $649,000
MLS# 230005353
LA JOLLA
935 GENTER STREET #305
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,130 ESF
$1,150,000
MLS# 230004396
IMPERIAL BEACH
760 FLORENCE STREET
2 BR | 1 BA | 744 ESF
$485,000
MLS# 230005628
LA JOLLA
2500 TORREY PINES ROAD #201
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,344 ESF
$979,000
MLS# 230005472
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LAKESIDE
13490 HIGHWAY 8 BUSINESS #145
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,300 ESF
$225,000
MLS# PTP2301301
MISSION
VALLEY
1101 COLUSA STREET
4 UNITS
$2,850,000
MLS# PTP2301450
LOGAN HEIGHTS
3809 BIRCH STREET
2 UNITS
$849,000
MLS# PTP2301326
MOUNT
LAGUNA
719 BOILING SPRINGS TRACT LO
3 BR | 1 BA | 900 ESF
$250,000
MLS# PTP2300633
MISSION
HILLS
3280 REYNARD WAY
14 UNITS
$5,450,000
MLS# NDP2301963
NATIONAL CITY
2321-2327 PROSPECT STREET
5 UNITS
$1,750,000
MLS# 230005559
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NATIONAL CITY
1121 OLIVE AVENUE
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,322 ESF
$625,000 - $650,000
MLS# PTP2301023
OTAY MESA
3186 CAMINO ALETA
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,679 ESF
$669,000
MLS# PTP2301188
OCEAN BEACH
2257 ETIWANDA STREET
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,762 ESF
$1,450,000
MLS# 230005674
OTAY MESA
3340 DEL SOL BOULEVARD #219
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,440 ESF
$145,900
MLS# PTP2300150
OCEAN BEACH/SUNSET CLIFFS
4648 POINT LOMA AVENUE
2 BR | 1 BA | 836 ESF
$1,300,000
MLS# 230005296
OTAY MESA
3340 DEL SOL BOULEVARD #98
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,344 ESF
$144,900
MLS# PTP2300587
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PARADISE HILLS
2751 BEATRICE STREET
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,157 ESF
$699,999
MLS# PTP2300963
POINT
LOMA
3404 FREEMAN STREET
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,877 ESF
$1,495,000
MLS# 230005089
POINT LOMA
712 TARENTO DRIVE
3 BR | 2 BA | 2,277 ESF
$1,995,000
MLS# 230005672
POWAY
12330 SOPHIA DRIVE
3 BR | 1 BA | 1,057 ESF
$649,900
MLS# 230002412
POINT LOMA
3826 BROWNING STREET
4 BR | 3 BA | 2,298 ESF
$1,600,000
MLS# 230003141
RANCHO BERNARDO
16010 CAMINITO TOMAS
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,554 ESF
$779,000
MLS# NDP2301666
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SAN CARLOS
6816 HYDE PARK DRIVE UNIT K
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,094 ESF
$475,000 - $489,000
MLS# PTP2300595
SAN YSIDRO
2033 DAIRY MART ROAD #18
STUDIO | 1 BA | 400 ESF
$275,000
MLS# PTP2300867
SAN YSIDRO
105 SEAWARD AVENUE
9 UNITS
$2,550,000
MLS# NDP2301077
SANTEE
9255 N MAGNOLIA AVENUE #132
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,940 ESF
$389,000
MLS# PTP2301280
HELPING YOU FIND HOME WHEREVER IT MAY BE
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