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RUBEN RODRIGUEZ

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619.261.9814 | ruben@rubenr.com

Remote Work Trends Mean Flexiblity for

FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYERS Demand for

VACATION HOMES Soaring

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GLOBAL LUXURY HOME OF THE MONTH DEMAND FOR VACATION HOMES SOARING

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NORTH PARK

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OTAY MESA

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PINE VALLEY

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POWAY

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REMOTE WORK TRENDS MEAN FLEXIBILITY FOR FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYERS

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ALISO VIEJO

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ALPINE

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RAMONA

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BONITA

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RANCHO BERNARDO

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CARSON

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RANCHO PENASQUITOS

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CHULA VISTA

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SAN DIEGO

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CLAIREMONT

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SANTEE

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CORONADO

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SPRING VALLEY

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EL CAJON

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TEMECULA

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HEMET

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UNIVERSITY CITY

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LA MESA

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LAKESIDE

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MENIFEE

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MISSION HILLS

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MURRIETA

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A L P IN E

2302 VIA DIEGUENOS

5 BR | 3 BA | 3,112 ESF $1,289,000 MLS# PTP2202404

B ONI TA

3538 LOMACITAS LANE

3 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,072 ESF $1,399,000 MLS# 220009024

CARLSBAD

1327 SAVANNAH LANE

3 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,593 ESF $1,899,000 MLS# NDP2203470

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* Seller will entertain offers within the listed range.

C H U L A V IS TA 446 VIA MAGGIORE

5 BR | 4.5 BA | 4,739 ESF $2,499,900 - $2,599,900* MLS# PTP2202347

CHUL A VI S TA

961 ADIRONDACK PLACE 5 BR | 4 BA | 4,134 ESF $1,899,000 MLS# PTP2202412

C H U L A V IS TA

451 JACARANDA DRIVE

6 BR | 5 BA | 4,273 ESF $1,759,900 MLS# PTP2201840

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C H U L A V IS TA 871 PADERA COURT

6 BR | 4 BA | 4,072 ESF $1,750,000 MLS# PTP2202274

CHUL A VI S TA

1375 S ECHO RIDGE WAY

5 BR | 4.5 BA | 4,278 ESF $1,750,000 MLS# PTP2202575

C H U L A V IS TA

667 CHAPEL HILL DRIVE 5 BR | 4 BA | 3,332 ESF $1,475,000 MLS# PTP2202574

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* Seller will entertain offers within the listed range.

C H U L A V IS TA 891 PADERA COURT

6 BR | 3 BA | 3,705 ESF $1,399,900 - $1,449,900* MLS# PTP2202328

CHUL A VI S TA

1165 HANFORD COURT

4 BR | 3.5 BA | 2,307 ESF $1,099,999 MLS# PTP2202256

C H U L A V IS TA 531 J STREET

3 BR | 2 BA | 1,817 ESF $849,900 - $899,900* MLS# PTP2202355

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C H U L A V IS TA

1557 HUNTERS GLEN AVENUE 4 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,274 ESF $850,000 MLS# PTP2201836

CHUL A VI S TA 1953 SANTA MAYA

3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,833 ESF $850,000 MLS# PTP2202620

C H U L A V IS TA

2250 TALL PINES DRIVE

3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,341 ESF $724,999 MLS# PTP2202560

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C H U L A V IS TA 462 SATINWOOD WAY

4 BR | 2 BA | 1,730 ESF $699,900 MLS# PTP2202545

CHUL A VI S TA

1291 BLUE JEAN WAY #2

3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,458 ESF $699,900 MLS# PTP2202601

C H U L A V IS TA

1926 CORTE AGATA #140

3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,710 ESF $699,000 MLS# 220008664

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ROLLING HILLS RANCH LUXURY 667 Chapel Hill Drive Chula Vista, CA 91914

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6 67 C H A P E L H I L L D R I V E CHULA VISTA, CA 91914 5 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms, 3,332 Esf, Listed at $1,475,000, Rolling Hills Ranch Welcome home to Rolling Hills Ranch perfection. From the

concrete, BBQ island remodel with new appliances, complete

moment you approach this stunning colonial-style luxury

pool re-surface with new filtration system and heater, and

pool home, your heart will skip a beat. No detail has been

new pool circuit board and remote control unit. Also, custom

overlooked with this highly-upgraded entertainers paradise.

interior paint throughout, installation of all new flooring, new

This Magnolia Hills plan 3 home boasts five-full-bedrooms and

appliances, countertops, sinks, faucets, and one bathroom

four-full-bathrooms with a very large bonus room, which could

vanity. Window repairs throughout, installation of new ceiling

easily be converted to bedroom number six. This property has

fans, Nest thermostats, Ring Doorbell, and replacement of

many unique balconies and porches and a wonderful coastal

dual air conditioning units. Extensive fruit trees planted (2-

breeze that will greet you throughout the year. Your guests will

Gala Apple, 1-Meyer Lemon, 1-Kumquat, 1-Naval Orange,

enjoy a full bedroom and bathroom just off the main entrance.

1-Cutie/Tangerine, 1-Santa Rosa Plum, 1-Hass Avocado, and

This property does not have any Mello-Roos and has a very low

1-Apricot) and the list goes on and on! Come take a peek and

HOA fee, and true pride of ownership. Some of the extensive

fall in love for yourself. This beautiful home is also in a great

upgrades, totaling over $150,000, include landscape and

location near both elementary and middle schools.

hardscape refresh, including fencing and refacing the stamped

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Rolling Hills Ranch is one of the highestrated communities in East Chula Vista, and offers plenty of parks, pools, playgrounds/ Tot-Lots, and so much more!

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CORONADO 853 C AVENUE

4 BR | 2 BA | 1,879 ESF $2,750,000 MLS# PTP2201719

DEL CER R O

5420 BARCLAY AVENUE

4 BR | 2 BA | 2,162 ESF $995,000 - $1,095,000* MLS# 220009172

EL CAJON

1223 BURRIS DRIVE

5 BR | 3 BA | 3,780 ESF $1,630,000 - $1,700,000* MLS# PTP2200013

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* Seller will entertain offers within the listed range.

EL CAJON

1347 DEHESA RANCH ROAD 3 BR | 3 BA | 3,230 ESF $1,300,000 MLS# 220008444

E L CAJON

261 HORIZON HILLS DRIVE 3 BR | 4 BA | 2,195 ESF $1,095,000 MLS# PTP2202524

E N C IN ITA S

1375 RAVEAN COURT

4 BR | 4.5 BA | 5,001 ESF $3,499,000 MLS# 220007112

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2832 JACKS CREEK PLACE 5 BR | 4 BA | 3,033 ESF $1,295,000 MLS# 220009666

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1364 VIA RANCHO PARKWAY 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,807 ESF $1,100,000 - $1,200,000* MLS# 220009144

E S C O N D ID O

2967 MURCOTT WAY

5 BR | 4 BA | 3,382 ESF $1,175,000 MLS# NDP2203596

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* Seller will entertain offers within the listed range.

IM P E R IA L B E ACH 1292 15TH STREET

2 BR | 2 BA | 1,135 ESF $699,000 MLS# PTP2202539

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11664 GREEN LANE

4 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,509 ESF $1,100,000 MLS# PTP2202123

LEMON GROVE 2334 DEBCO DRIVE

3 BR | 2 BA | 1,300 ESF $699,000 MLS# 220009441

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M IR A M E S A

8613 BENNINGTON STREET 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,577 ESF $1,000,000 MLS# 220009684

MISSI ON H I L L S 3928 BANDINI STREET

3 BR | 2 BA | 1,928 ESF $1,650,000 MLS# 220009282

M IS S IO N H IL L S 1820 29TH STREET

3 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,208 ESF $1,300,000 MLS# NDP2203917

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N O R T H PA R K

3619-21 LOUISIANA STREET 4 BR | 2 BA | 1,680 ESF $1,379,000 MLS# 220009432

OCEAN BEA C H 2003 VENICE STREET

4 BR | 2 BA | 1,869 ESF $1,995,000 MLS# 220009153

O C E A N S ID E

4680 ALLENDE AVENUE

4 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,948 ESF $949,900 MLS# PTP2202501

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Demand for Vacation Hom Vacation home sales spiked from January to April 2021, rising by 16.4% — more than 10% higher than the growth of existing home sales during the same period, according to the 2021 Vacation Home Counties Report. Sales have continued to soar, however, and Lawrence Yun, NAR’s chief economist expects the trend to continue. “Vacation homes are a hot commodity at the moment,” he said in a statement. “With many businesses and employers still extending an option to work remotely to workers, vacation housing and second homes will remain a popular choice among buyers.”

We’re looking at four popular locations for vacation homes and taking you beyond the tourist traps to provide a peek into what local living could be like in your dream spot.

Santa Barbara, California

This Eucalyptus grove is a 137-acre coastal bluff that also attracts hikers, artists, and wildlife lovers. Other must-dos: Watch — or play in — a polo match at the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club and explore the 40 wineries of the Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail.

Where to stay: While you’re figuring out where you want to purchase, spend some time at the five-star El Encanto. The seven-acre property, opened in 1918, is the epitome of relaxed yet elegant Santa Barbara life and boasts spectacular views of the ocean from its hillside perch.

Best time to visit: Anytime! The average high in Santa Barbara doesn’t dip below 65 degrees all year. But if you want to time a visit to the monarch migration, schedule a trip from midOctober to mid-February.

shopping street. Feature bananas, and orange tre works by Chagall.

Best time to visit: In P sure you’re in town in Ju very popular) celebration month: the Luminara, w Arno are lined with cand on June 16; the Regatt the Arno celebrating th on June 17; and the Ba spectacle/cherished trad in June.

Pisa, Italy Pisa has so much more to offer than the Leaning Tower.

Known for its laidback, coastal casual ambiance, Santa Barbara packs a lot of high-end appeal into its 42 square miles.

Where to eat: What’s better at The Lark: the cuisine, the wine, or the ambiance? It’s a tossup at this Michelin-starred spot. Make a dinner reservation in advance and ask for a table on the covered patio, where you can enjoy a view of the starry sky with our family-style, Central Coast fare. After dinner (and lunch, for that matter), grab a scoop of Garrison Bros. Whiskey & Pecan Pralines or Eureka Lemon & Marionberries from McConnell’s Fine Ice Creams, which TIME calls “The best ice cream in the world, as anyone who has tried it will argue.”

What to see: Thousands of Monarch butterflies visit the historic Ellwood Mesa Monarch Preserve in Goleta, just north of Santa Barbara, every year during their migration. This 20

Where to eat: Want to eat like a local? Ask a Pisano for a recommendation and you’re bound to hear, “Ristorante Osteria L’Artilafo.” Tucked away from the main tourist area, it’s a bit hard to find (Look for the side door and don’t be deterred if it’s locked — just ring the bell). Inside, don’t let the cozy atmosphere fool you: The food is first class, with seasonal Italian fare you’ll return for again and again.

What to see: You’ll obviously need to take first-time visitors to the aforementioned Tower; It is one of the most popular attractions in Italy, after all. But what will you do the rest of the time? Spend the day at the lovely Orto Botanico di Pisa (Botanical Garden of Pisa), the first university botanical garden in the world. Stroll under the magical canopy of trees at the park of San Rossore. Head to Piazza dei Cavalieri on the second Sunday of the month, when the daily market welcomes antique stalls. In Pisa, you’re also just 55 miles from Florence, where more Italian wonder awaits.

Where to stay: Palazzo Cini is a luxury Bed & Breakfast set in a late 19th-century Art Nouveau vila close to Corso Italia, Pisa’s main shopping

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It also doesn’t hurt that it’s one block from Central Park.

Best time to visit: It’s frigid in the winter and muggy in summer, but that does little to deter visitors. If you can time a visit to fall and catch the changing of the leaves, by all means, do so.

Durango, Colorado Looking for the perfect ski locale? Durango has the slopes and a style all its own.

If you feel the pull to NYC, you’re not alone. One of the most popular vacation areas in the world is also one of the most in-demand real estate spots.

What to eat: You can eat your way through three tantalizing meals a day during a month-long trip to New York and never double dip. But if we had time for just one meal, you’d find us at the twoMichelin-starred Momofuku Ko. It’s notoriously small and often hard to get a reservation, so bring your patience — and your appetite. In the main dining room, the 10-course Asian tasting menu spans three delicious hours. If you can’t get in, or during those times when you’re craving some genuine New York pizza, head to NY Pizza Suprema, offering arguably the best slice in the city.

businesses and l extending an rk remotely to ion housing and will remain a among buyers.”

What to see: You already know about the many monuments and must-see tourist spots throughout the city, but there’s plenty to see and do in NYC you might not be familiar with. A few of our favorites are ARTECHOUSE for unique experiential art and The Elevated Acre, a serene acre of view-rich green space between Lower Manhattan skyscrapers near Pier 11 and Wall Street.

Where to stay: You can take your pick of plush, swanky, and funky hotels in New York City, but The Mark, well, hits the mark. Between the history of this 1927 hotel, its glamorous setting on Madison Avenue, the posh décor and classic architecture, and the on-site Jean-Georges restaurant, there isn’t one inch of this place that isn’t awe-inspiring.

Where to eat: Eolus Bar & Dining is a well-loved fine-dining spot in Historic Downtown Durango featuring everything from lobster corn dogs to prime rib “two ways.” When the weather allows, grab a table on the heated rooftop patio.

What to see: People often come to Durango to ski Purgatory. But the city isn’t just a coldweather mecca. Here, you can enjoy everything from horseback riding to whitewater rafting to rock climbing. Off-season, mountain bikers flock to Purgatory Bike Park to ride the 400+ miles of backcountry trails.

Stay: Molinillos Mountain Resort will give you great access to the slopes and the city. But while you’re in southern Colorado, check out Dunton Hot Springs. Here, you’ll stay in a restored, hand-built log cabin with breathtaking views of the mountains — all of which were constructed around a saloon and dance hall. The springs are calcium bicarbonate, said to aid in circulation and promote healthy skin.

Best time to visit: If you’re skiing, be prepared for temps that can get down to -15 in the winter. Summers are warm and sunny, with highs reaching the low 80s.

Source:https://blog.coldwellbankerluxury.com/ demand-for-vacation-homes-soaring/ HOME SIMPLICITY MAGAZINE

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O TAY M E S A

4880 WHEELHOUSE DRIVE 5 BR | 3 BA | 2,525 ESF $948,000 MLS# PTP2202632

OTAY MESA

3644 LINDBERGH STREET 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,040 ESF $799,000 MLS# 220003924

RAMONA

23048 TOMBILL ROAD

4 BR | 2.5 BA | 3,640 ESF $1,295,000 MLS# 220009673

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R A N C H O B E R NARD O 14723 VIA BETTONA

4 BR | 4.5 BA | 3,802 ESF $2,599,000 MLS# NDP2202462

R ANCHO SA N TA F E 6550 PASEO DELICIAS

4 BR | 5.5 BA | 5,450 ESF $4,295,000 MLS# NDP2203908

SAN CARLOS 6626 TUXEDO ROAD

3 BR | 2 BA | 1,738 ESF $975,000 MLS# PTP2201054

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S A N D IE G O - SANTALU Z 8022 ENTRADA DE LUZ E

5 BR | 5 FULL, 2 HALF BA | 7,233 ESF $8,490,000 - $8,990,000* MLS# 220007894

S AN DIEG O - S A N TA L U Z 7933 ENTRADA DE LUZ E

2 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,936 ESF $2,750,000 MLS# 220008955

S A N D IE G O

5109 COLLEGE GARDENS COURT 4 BR | 3 BA | 2,227 ESF $1,060,500 MLS# PTP2202610

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* Seller will entertain offers within the listed range.

SAN MARCOS 764 VIA BAHIA

4 BR | 3 BA | 1,990 ESF $949,000 MLS# PTP2202065

S C R I PPS R A N C H 14388 OLD CREEK ROAD

5 BR | 4.5 BA | 4,040 ESF $2,000,000 - $2,400,000* MLS# 220009316

SOLANA BEACH 223 N RIOS AVENUE

3 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,350 ESF $2,695,000 MLS# 220005773

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S P R IN G VA L L E Y 3594 HARTZEL DRIVE

3 BR | 2 BA | 1,614 ESF $975,000 MLS# 220008783

S PRING VA L L EY

10454 LOMA RANCHO DRIVE 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,900 ESF $899,900 - $949,900* MLS# PTP2202266

S P R IN G VA L L E Y

10351 MOORPARK STREET 4 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,272 ESF $799,000 MLS# 220009416

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33 NIGHT HERON LANE 2 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,120 ESF $599,000 MLS# PTP2202583

5439 ROMEGA COURT 5 BR | 3 BA | 2,224 ESF $849,000 MLS# PTP2202522

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1942 LILAC LANE 3 BR | 2 BA | 2,346 ESF $969,000 MLS# PTP2202086

621 W 215TH STREET 4 BR | 3 BA | 1,869 ESF $750,000 MLS# PTP2202465

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C H ULA VISTA

2677 STARKEY WAY 4 BR | 2 BA | 1,864 ESF $899,000 MLS# PTP2202428

2615 FLAGSTAFF COURT 5 BR | 3 BA | 2,259 ESF $999,999 MLS# PTP2201278 * Seller will entertain offers within the listed range.

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1991 KENT STREET 4 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,108 ESF $889,000 MLS# PTP2202307

468 EMERSON STREET 4 BR | 2 BA | 1,169 ESF $599,900 MLS# PTP2202116

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438 ORANGE AVENUE 4 BR | 1 BA | 1,657 ESF $785,000 MLS# 220008943

4875 COLE STREET #61 2 BR | 1.5 BA | 870 ESF $449,000 - $469,000* MLS# 220009512

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114 JACQUA STREET 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,476 ESF $715,000 MLS# PTP2202181

1830 AVENIDA DEL MUNDO #1103 1 BR | 1 BA | 756 ESF $1,250,000 MLS# PTP2202536 HOME SIMPLICITY MAGAZINE

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650 VERDIN STREET 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,900 ESF $749,000 MLS# PTP2202626

5700 BALTIMORE DRIVE #5 2 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,068 ESF $499,999 MLS# PTP2202507

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LAKESIDE

3251 DEHESA ROAD #52 2 BR | 2 BA | 1,197 ESF $550,000 MLS# PTP2202547

11949 RIVERSIDE DRIVE #83 2 BR | 2 BA | 1,368 ESF $155,000 MLS# 210032209

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M EN IFEE

26345 NAOMI DRIVE 4 BR | 2 BA | 2,261 ESF $485,000 - $525,000* MLS# PTP2202570

24506 CARGO CIRCLE 6 BR | 3 BA | 2,921 ESF $649,000 - $699,000* MLS# PTP2202414

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N OR TH PARK

666 UPAS #605 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,768 ESF $1,350,000 MLS# 220004253

2615 33RD STREET 3 BR | 3 BA | 1,732 ESF $1,275,000 - $1,400,000* MLS# PTP2201935

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N OR TH PARK

3173 HARBOR RIDGE LANE 3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,524 ESF $1,299,000 MLS# 220009236

3649 LOUISIANA STREET #104 2 BR | 1.5 BA | 800 ESF $625,000 MLS# 220009689

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33598 THYME LANE 5 BR | 3 BA | 2,985 ESF $699,900 - $749,900* MLS# 220008853

3609 CHANUTE STREET 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,040 ESF $670,000 MLS# PTP2202508 * Seller will entertain offers within the listed range.

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PIN E VALLEY

805 RUTHUPHAM AVENUE 3 BR | 2 BA | 989 ESF $599,900 - $649,900* MLS# PTP2202473

8622 VALLEY VIEW TRAIL 4 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,200 ESF $690,000 MLS# PTP2202020

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POWAY

2950 IRIS AVENUE #64 2 BR | 1 BA | 750 ESF $130,000 MLS# PTP2200874

13197 WANESTA DRIVE 4 BR | 2 BA | 1,855 ESF $900,000 - $1,000,000* MLS# 220009376

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POWAY

3340 DEL SOL BOULEVARD #65 2 BR | 2 BA | 1,440 ESF $125,000 MLS# PTP2201629

12632 MCFERON ROAD 4 BR | 2 BA | 1,487 ESF $895,000 MLS# 220009344 HOME SIMPLICITY MAGAZINE

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Remote Work Trends Mean Flexibility for First-Time Homebuyers

Today’s low inventory can be challenging for homebuyers, especially you’re looking to purchase your first home. But if you’re one of many people who work remotely, you may have a great opportunity to use the flexibility you have at work to achieve your homebuying goals this year.

In a recent report, Arch Capital Services explains how the ongoing trend of remote work can open up more options for homebuyers:

“... This will enable those who are able to work from home on a part-time or hybrid basis to move slightly farther away from job centers.... For workers 34

who secure full-time remote jobs, their place of residence will be determined by biodegradability and personal preferences.”

Basically, working from home is great news if you’re a first-time buyer trying to find a home that meets your needs and budget. Here’s a deeper look at how it could benefit you.

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Flexibility in Career Means Flexibility in Home Search

That means you can use your work flexibility to search for homes with the amenities you need at a lower price point.

If your job is 100% remote, you don’t have to be tied to a specific location or office. So, if you’ve been having a hard time finding what you want in your local area, it may be time to expand your search.

One option you could consider is moving to a place where you’ve always wanted to live, like the mountains, beach, or closer to loved ones. When you broaden your search radius to include those locations, it’ll give you additional homes to consider.

It could also allow you to search for a more affordable location where you have more options in your price range. This can help you achieve two goals — saving money and finding additional features that meet your needs. To truly highlight this benefit, a recent First American article discusses the great ways remote work can really help you with your homebuying goals. Ksenia Potapov, Economist at First American, says:

Bottom Line

Remote work doesn’t just give you expanded flexibility for your career. If you’re no longer tied to a location because of your office, you have great opportunity to expand your housing search. Let’s connect to explore how this can open up your options.

Source: https://www.mykcm.com/2022/04/06/remotework-trends-mean-flexibility-for-first-time-homebuyers/

“For potential first-time homebuyers, leveraging their house-buying power in more affordable markets can also help them buy more attractive homes — more square footage and rooms, more square footage and rooms, more options for different home styles and neighborhood amenities — increasing the opportunity to find a home that suits their preferences.”

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SAN D IEGO

652 MOONLIGHT WAY 3 BR | 3 BA | 2,514 ESF $649,000 MLS# PTP2202561

4220 E OVERLOOK DRIVE 3 BR | 1 BA | 1,092 ESF $750,000 MLS# 220009314

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SAN D IEGO

16617 ORILLA DRIVE 2 BR | 2 BA | 1,120 ESF $590,000 - $633,000* MLS# 220009107

4138 ARBOR VITAE DRIVE 2 BR | 1 BA | 936 ESF $675,000 - $695,000* MLS# PTP2202320

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SAN D IEGO

12960 CALLE ABUELITO 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,174 ESF $950,000 MLS# PTP2202511

3423 MERIDIAN AVENUE 2 BR | 1 BA | 812 ESF $499,999 MLS# PTP2202530 * Seller will entertain offers within the listed range.

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SAN D IEGO - EN C AN TO

500 W HARBOR DRIVE #502 2 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,556 ESF $1,200,000 MLS# 220009290

6330 LOLLY LANE 4 BR | 3 BA | 1,797 ESF $750,000 MLS# PTP2202360

SA N D I E G O - DO WNTOWN

SAN D IEGO - N ORM AL H EIGH TS

700 W E STREET #902 2 BR | 2 BA | 1,215 ESF $895,999 MLS# 220004365

4562 GEORGIA STREET #8 2 BR | 2 BA | 943 ESF $629,000 MLS# PTP2202541

SA N D I E G O - E NCANT O

SAN D IEGO - PARADISE H ILLS

7490 GLOAMING AVENUE 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,897 ESF $775,999 MLS# 220009677

2950 ALTA VIEW DRIVE #H202 1 BR | 1 BA | 675 ESF $360,000 MLS# PTP2201515 HOME SIMPLICITY MAGAZINE

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SPRIN G VALLEY

9453 PENNYWOOD ROAD 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,003 ESF $715,000 MLS# PTP2202622

8745 SPRING CANYON DRIVE #16 2 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,088 ESF $457,000 MLS# PTP2202396

SA N T E E

TEM EC U LA

8630 MISSION SAN CARLOS #53 2 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,324 ESF $600,000 MLS# PTP2202586

46665 PEACH TREE STREET 4 BR | 3 BA | 1,935 ESF $699,900 - $729,900* MLS# PTP2201778

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UN IVERSITY C ITY

3650 EL CANTO ROAD 2 BR | 2 BA | 1,466 ESF $900,000 MLS# 220009083

5760 ERLANGER STREET 4 BR | 2 BA | 1,606 ESF $899,900 MLS# PTP2202563 * Seller will entertain offers within the listed range.

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