Shirley Smith | Home Simplicity, January 2024

JANUARY 2024

LUXURYLIVING

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seamless blend of comfort & beauty 308 flores de oro, rancho santa fe 92067 see pAGes 10-13 INSIDE COLDWELL BANKER GLOBAL LUXURY’S INAUGUR AL BEST OF THE BEST GUIDE

shirley smith

REALTOR® | DRE# 02046865

619.559.6548 | shirley@shirleysmith.com | shirleysmith.com

Around The World: PUNTA CANA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

MEET

SHIRLEY SMITH

I offer a fun and fresh approach guiding you through your next real estate adventure!

My former career as a psychotherapist, executive coach and best-selling author of five books, provided me with solid negotiation skills, as well as the ability to really listen. I know how to ask the right questions to draw out what people truly need and desire in a home or investment property and accentuate the key features to focus on in selling a property for maximum profit.

Looking to invest or purchase? Let me help you find your next ideal home or investment property.

Thinking about selling? I would love to help you sell your home for maximum profit. The right “price” is not the only important factor in selling your property.

“Presentation” is equally vital. Let me show you the cutting-edge marketing and presentation skills I’ve used to “wow” buyers and maximize your results.

My aim is to bring you resources to: - Preserve your wealth - Minimize your tax - Optimize your real estate “buy-sell-hold” timing

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Hiring Shirley Smith as my Real Estate Professional for my recent home

sale produced amazing results! It’s really true that she sold it faster and for more money than I imagined was possible, without any stress to me. If you want similar results, I suggest you hire Shirley to sell your home!

HIGHLY LIKELY TO RECOMMEND

Corliss and Judith N. | Sellers

We happily recommend Shirley Smith to our La Jolla Friends and neighbors. We found our dream retirement home in Idaho and didn’t know how we could buy it without selling our La Jolla home first. Our long-time friend, Jim

Worley, introduced us to Shirley Smith who took control of the sale of our La Jolla home. She quickly arranged for

inimalist styling, professionalphotography, and she created our very own property website with an interactive 3-D

our! It was Amazing! Shirley’s expertise in pricing advice and negotiation skills were spot on. The results speak for

hemselves. The house sold in seven (7) days. Her personal attention, professionalism, and communication of what buyers expect in our price range were keys in getting our home sold so quickly.Her commitment to quality and

timeliness in action really paid off. With the expert marketing of our La Jolla home from Shirley Smith we would whole-heartedly recommend Shirley to our friends, neighbors, family and colleagues “ Rod and Jan C. | Sellers

REALTOR® | DRE# 02046865 619.559.6548 shirley@shirleysmith.com shirleysmith.com

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LUXURYLIVING CON TE N TS 4 ALPINE

18 OCEANSIDE

4-5 BONITA

18 OTAY MESA

5 BONSALL

18 PACIFIC BEACH

5 CARLSBAD 6 CARMEL VALLEY 6-8 CHULA VISTA 8 COLLEGE AREA 9 CORONADO

10-13 COVER PROPERTY 14 EL CAJON 14 ENCANTO 14-15 ENCINITAS 15 IMPERIAL BEACH 16 LAKE ARROWHEAD 16 LA MESA 16-17 MISSION HILLS 17 MURRIETA 17 OCEAN BEACH

Information current as of 12/27/23

20-23 INSIDE COLDWELL BANKER GLOBAL LUXURY’S INAUGURAL BEST OF THE BEST GUIDE 24-26 POINT LOMA 27 RANCHO BERNARDO 27 RANCHO PENASQUITOS 27-28 RANCHO SANTA FE 28 SANTALUZ 29 SERRA MESA 29 SOLANA BEACH 29 TIERRASANTA 30 VISTA

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A L P IN E

861 MIDWAY DRIVE

6 BR | 3 BA | 3,086 ESF $1,200,000 - $1,225,000 MLS# PTP2305978

B ONI TA

3442 MALPAZO COURT

5 BR | 5.5 BA | 6,006 ESF $1,999,000 MLS# PTP2304630

B O N ITA

200 SURREY DRIVE

5 BR | 3.5 BA | 2,965 ESF $1,249,900 MLS# PTP2305870

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B O N ITA

3957 CORRAL CANYON ROAD 4 BR | 2 BA | 2,107 ESF $1,199,000 MLS# PTP2305599

B ONSAL L

30270 MONTRACHET STREET 4 BR | 6 BA | 5,618 ESF $2,300,000 MLS# 230023915

CARLSBAD

3419 PLEASANT VALE

5 BR | 3 BA | 2,705 ESF $1,624,900 MLS# 230022262

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C A R M E L VA L LE Y

6183 SUMMIT CREST CIRCLE 5 BR | 5.5 BA | 6,200 ESF $3,898,000 MLS# NDP2308057

CHUL A VI S TA

1101 MAJESTAD LANE

7 BR | 11 BA | 7,475 ESF $3,499,900 - $3,999,999 MLS# PTP2301666

C H U L A V IS TA 415 HILLTOP DRIVE

4 BR | 5 BA | 5,067 ESF $2,499,900 MLS# PTP2305399

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C H U L A V IS TA

1125 CARLOS CANYON

5 BR | 4.5 BA | 3,516 ESF $2,299,900 MLS# PTP2305195

CHUL A VI S TA

1120 SANTA DELPHINA AVENUE

4 BR + 1 OPTIONAL | 3 BA | 3,206 ESF $1,595,000 MLS# 230023030

C H U L A V IS TA

1745 LONE TREE ROAD

4 BR | 3.5 BA | 2,944 ESF $1,199,000 MLS# 230022417

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C H U L A V IS TA 995 ROCA PLACE

5 BR | 4.5 BA | 2,704 ESF $1,175,880 MLS# PTP2304344

CHUL A VI S TA 1951 STRATA STREET

4 BR | 3.5 BA | 2,037 ESF $840,000 MLS# PTP2304500

COLLEGE AREA

4605 YERBA SANTA DRIVE

8 BR | 10 FULL & 2 HALF BA 15,000 ESF | $4,495,000 MLS# NDP2309491

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CORONADO 3 THE POINT

7 BR | 8 FULL & 3 HALF BA | 11,715 ESF $43,000,000 MLS# SW23197501

COR ONADO 750-756 E AVENUE 4 UNITS $5,995,000 MLS# PTP2305516

CORONADO 247 B AVENUE

4 BR | 4 BA | 2,708 ESF $3,300,000 MLS# PTP2304442

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SEAMLESS BLEND OF COMFORT & BE AUTY 308 Flores de Oro | Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067 10

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COVER PROPERTY

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308 FLORES DE ORO Welcome to this exceptional residence featuring 4 bedrooms & 2 offices as well as a separate 1-bedroom guest house. Nestled in a tranquil setting, this home offers a unique sense of serenity. Inside, the efficient floor plan and generously sized rooms are flooded with natural light, creating an inviting and spacious ambiance. Embrace the wonderful feeling of openness and discover a home that seamlessly blends convenience with the beauty of the outdoors—a rare gem waiting for you to call it your own.

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8 BR, 6 FULL BA, 1 HALF BA, 7,970 ESF | OFFERED AT $5,100,000

V IS IT C O L DW E L L BA NK ERLUXURY. COM FOR M ORE INFO .

EL CAJON

2104 MIRAGE PLACE

4 BR | 3 BA | 2,530 ESF $1,300,000 MLS# PTP2305890

E NCANT O

1270 WEAVER STREET

3 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,031 ESF $839,000 MLS# PTP2305930

E N C IN ITA S 404 4TH STREET

4 BR | 3 BA | 1,757 ESF $7,000,000 MLS# 230019132

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E N C IN ITA S

1058 3RD STREET

5 BR | 4 BA | 2,160 ESF $2,750,000 MLS# 230016161

IM PERIAL B EA C H 196 ELM AVENUE

3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,848 ESF $1,100,000 MLS# PTP2304782

IM P E R IA L B E ACH 815 18TH STREET 2 UNITS $1,099,000 MLS# 230023048

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L A K E A R R O W HE AD 27813 LOWER CREST DRIVE 2 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,038 ESF $875,000 MLS# PTP2304884

LA MESA

4487 71ST STREET

4 BR | 2 BA | 2,014 ESF $1,175,000 MLS# 230021743

M IS S IO N H IL L S

845 FORT STOCKTON DRIVE #105 3 BR | 3 BA | 2,671 ESF $1,899,000 MLS# 230024083

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M IS S IO N H IL L S 1516 VINE STREET

3 BR + 1 OPTIONAL | 2.5 BA | 1,660 ESF $1,430,000 MLS# 230022912

MUR R I ETA

29223 BROKEN ARROW WAY

5 BR + 1 OPTIONAL | 2.5 BA | 3,675 ESF $749,996 MLS# 230019520

OCEAN BEACH 4353 NEWPORT AVENUE

3 BR | 1.5 BA | 1,363 ESF $1,795,000 MLS# 230020767

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O C E A N S ID E 5814 RANCH VIEW

4 BR | 3 BA | 2,747 ESF $949,000 - $1,000,000 MLS# 230020534

OTAY MESA

5240 BEACHFRONT COVE STREET #91 3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,687 ESF $719,900 MLS# PTP2306007

PA C IF IC B E A C H

4465 OCEAN BOULEVARD #1 2 BR | 2 BA | 1,140 ESF $1,850,000 MLS# 230019692

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INSIDE COLDWELL BANKER GLOBAL LUXURY’S INAUGURAL GUIDE

Status, exclusivity, originality, craftsmanship, and, more recently, wellness. The word “luxury” has so many definitions. What has remained constant is luxury’s association with the finer things in life — the extraordinary things that inspire our joy, our love, our experiences, our memories.

Coldwell Banker Global Luxury Property Specialists are on the frontlines of these finer things every day — to the tune of $288 million in daily luxury property sales* — and naturally encounter the very objects that elevate a home above all others in the marketplace. These products, creature comforts, materials and design elements have been thrust into the spotlight for the very first time by the Coldwell Banker Global Luxury program in a shoppable guide called “Best of the Best.” ®

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Carefully curated from survey insights gathered from Luxury Property Specialists worldwide, Best of the Best defines the most desirable amenities in a luxury home today and sheds new light on the must-have room comforts and features heading into 2024.

“Luxury Property Specialists are true ambassadors of the luxury lifestyle,” said Michael Altneu, vice president of Coldwell Banker Global Luxury.

“Thanks to their insights, consumers can now bring beauty and value to their own homes by directly shopping the curated collection of on-trend luxury products. These products truly represent the ‘best of the best,’ just like the homes they are so often found in, and are worthy of celebration.”

* To become a Luxury Property Specialist, affiliated sales associates must attend the Coldwell Banker Global Luxury® program certification course and apply for the designation with documentation showing they have three (3) qualifying transactions in a 24-month period, the earliest of which must be within three years of the latest certification course.

The threshold for luxury properties is determined by the top 10% of sales of the listing ZIP code.

Here’s a closer look inside Best of the Best 2023: WHAT TODAY’S MOST DESIRABLE HOMES HAVE IN COMMON: Must-haves include a chef ’s kitchen with unique features and tech-enabled appliances, multi-functional indooroutdoor living spaces that provide a seamless connection to nature, spa-like bathrooms that bring an oasis into the comfort of home, and advanced smart home technology that controls, automates and optimizes functions such as privacy, security, entertainment, lighting, temperature and landscaping, accessible from anywhere.

TWO KITCHEN ISLANDS ARE BETTER THAN ONE: DOUBLEDUTY KITCHEN ISLANDS ARE THE LEADING FEATURE IN CHEF’S KITCHENS. •

A double kitchen island with ample space for cooking, gathering and entertaining is the most important kitchen feature according to Coldwell Banker Global Luxury Property Specialists

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A centerpiece of the luxury kitchen, elegant oven ranges and designer appliances provide sophistication with superior function

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Statement range hoods with pops of color and unique design features that add style and personality

CREATING A STAYCATION EXPERIENCE: CABANAS AND NATURAL WATER FEATURES ARE THE MOST POPULAR ADDITIONS TO LUXURY BACKYARDS. Two-thirds of Coldwell Banker Global Luxury Property Specialists surveyed agree that the biggest trend in luxury outdoor spaces is the merging of indoor and outdoor living.

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The must-have amenities in indoor-outdoor living spaces include: •

State-of-the-art cabanas and pergolas offer resortstyle comfort and relaxation in one’s backyard

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Water features, from heated swimming pools to waterfalls, fountains and plunge pools, provide an oasis-like atmosphere that every luxury buyer seeks

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Outdoor living areas that serve as extended entertainment spaces such as sitting rooms, outdoor bars, expanded chef ’s kitchens with pizza ovens and built-in grills, expansive gas fire pits and movie screening areas under the stars

HAVING A SPA-LIKE BATHROOM WITH UNIQUE WELLNESS FEATURES IS TOP-OF-MIND FOR LUXURY HOMEOWNERS. To have a spa-like bathroom, one must have: •

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A freestanding soaking tub is the leading trend in luxury bathrooms that epitomize elegance and relaxation, allowing one to lean back comfortably and be fully submerged

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Hydrotherapy showers that offer a spa-like features with massage jets, customizable water pressure and a wide range of shower spray functions

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Designated treatment rooms with spa-design elements such as heated floors and towel racks, and infrared saunas

WELLNESS PRODUCTS ARE THE TOP TECH PRODUCTS IN LUXURY HOMES. From advanced air purifiers to human-sized sound therapy pods, the key to smart home living is having a seamless integration where the technology enhances not only the home itself, but also the well-being of its inhabitants. Having technology that satisfies luxury consumers’ personal wellness needs is significantly reshaping the modern luxury home.

To own a smart home, one must have: •

Human-sized sound therapy meditation pods that gently mix body vibrations with immersive music, serving as a personal sanctuary to relieve stress

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Tech-infused fitness equipment including immersive smart gyms with touchscreen mirror displays virtually bringing a variety of fitness experts into the home

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Smart thermostats that allow complete control over the temperature of the home with voice command functions, realtime air quality monitoring and sensor technology that helps conserve energy

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Advanced air purifiers that guarantee a near 100% particle-capture efficiency rate to eliminate pollutants in the home’s air, easily controlled from an app

More luxury trends and treasures, in packages large and small, are waiting discovered at CBGLBestoftheBest.com.

Source: https://blog.coldwellbankerluxury.com/inside-coldwell-banker-global-luxurys-inaugural-best-of-the-best-guide/

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P O IN T L O M A

870 SAN ANTONIO PL

4 BR + 1 OPTIONAL | 4 FULL & 2 HALF BA 3,060 ESF | $3,498,000 MLS# 230020748

P OI NT L OM A

3634 PLUMOSA DRIVE

4 BR | 4 BA | 2,887 ESF $3,285,000 MLS# PTP2304348

P O IN T L O M A

1355 WILLOW STREET

5 BR | 6 BA | 4,662 ESF $2,600,000 MLS# PTP2305754

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P O IN T L O M A

3766 TENNYSON STREET 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,400 ESF $2,295,000 MLS# 230023024

P OI NT L OM A

3594 CANON STREET

3 BR + 1 OPTIONAL | 3.5 BA | 2,449 ESF $2,295,000 MLS# 230018014

P O IN T L O M A

3951 ATASCADERO DRIVE 4 BR | 4 BA | 2,757 ESF $2,150,000 MLS# 230022313

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P O IN T L O M A

1986 VENICE STREET

4 BR + 1 OPTIONAL | 3 BA | 1,833 ESF $2,150,000 MLS# 230023874

P OI NT L OM A

3343 WISTERIA DRIVE

4 BR | 3 BA | 2,609 ESF $2,099,000 MLS# 230024368

P O IN T L O M A

3851 CENTRALOMA DRIVE 6 BR | 3.5 BA | 2,651 ESF $2,050,000 MLS# 230021014

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R A N C H O B E R NARD O 9208 FOSTORIA COURT

5 BR | 5.5 BA | 4,759 ESF $3,789,999 MLS# 230023499

R ANCHO PEN A S QU I TOS 12728 HAGERSWOOD COURT 4 BR | 3 BA | 2,124 ESF $1,675,000 MLS# 230023835

R A N C H O S A N TA FE

16715 CAMINO SIERRA DEL SUR

8 BR + 2 OPTIONAL 11 FULL & 3 HALF BA | 16,322 ESF $19,500,000 | MLS# 230020749

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R A N C H O S A N TA FE 308 FLORES DE ORO

5 BR + 3 OPTIONAL | 6.5 BA | 7,970 ESF $5,675,000 MLS# 230019614

R ANCHO SA N TA F E 6907 EL CAMINO DEL NORTE 4 BR | 3.5 BA | 4,419 ESF $3,499,900 - $3,999,900 MLS# PTP2303883

S A N TA L U Z

8024 ENTRADA DE LUZ WEST

4 BR + 1 OPTIONAL | 5.5 BA | 5,620 ESF $5,495,000 MLS# 230023790

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SERRA MESA

8260 AINSLEY COURT

3 BR | 2 BA | 1,200 ESF $950,000 - $1,100,000 MLS# NDP2309262

S OL ANA BE A C H 917 HIGHLAND DRIVE

4 BR | 4.5 BA | 3,027 ESF $2,700,000 MLS# NDP2309200

T IE R R A S A N TA 4884 VALDINA WAY

2 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,908 ESF $999,000 MLS# 230021619

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V IS TA

753 N EMERALD DRIVE

4 BR | 3 BA | 2,056 ESF $1,399,000 MLS# PTP2304787

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COLDWELL BANKER

AROUNDTHEWORLD

Punta Cana

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

At Coldwell Banker Around the World, we make the world a little more friendly and intimate by showcasing our global franchises.

Perhaps you, like many people, are in need of a vacation. Imagine living on an island where the balmy Tradewinds and the rolling tides let you know if today is a good day to play a round of 18 holes on one of the world-renowned golf courses, or if it would be better to take a charter boat to a secret cove to scuba, snorkel, or fish.

There are many choices, active or leisure; you can shop or sunbathe, just flip a coin. Whichever you choose, whether you are visiting or living on this tropical island in the Caribbean Sea, Coldwell Banker Prime Realty is idyllically situated in Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic.

“The daily catches the fishermen bring in make for fresh and amazing seafood, and many new restaurants are blending traditional dishes with a modern flair,” H. Michael Heuser, Manager and Realtor of Coldwell Banker Prime Realty, states.

Blending tradition with modernness seems to be all the rage in Punta Cana, as Heuser also noted that while much

of the architecture has a traditionally Mediterranean feel to it, they are seeing newer builds with contemporary and modern styles in the region. We think we could be happy with either option in the beautiful climate of the Dominican Republic, and we certainly wouldn’t want to miss a plate of the traditional rice, beans, and braised chicken!

“Whether someone is looking to raise a family, retire, vacation, or invest, as a leading destination in the Caribbean with miles of white-sand beaches and an endless variety of activities, Punta Cana and the country’s east coast offers tremendous opportunities for internationals and locals alike,” Heuser shared.

https://blog.coldwellbanker.com/coldwell-banker-around-the-world-february-2021/

Territory Summary

While economic disparities still exist, the co continues to improve year after year. The tr began, roughly 50 years ago with the Punt with foreign investment which spurred the in the area. Some years later, the developm began which has also become a leading d With steady growth, consistently sunny we the Punta Cana area has become the lead Caribbean. The Punta Cana region is relati bushes, some marshland, and over 60 mile

ountry’s economic situation rue development of the area ta Cana Resort & Club, along growth of all-inclusive hotels ment of Cap Cana Resort destination in the Caribbean. eather, and amazing activities, ding tourist destination in the ively flat with low trees and es of stunning coastline.

KEY FACTS POPULATION: Roughly 600,000 LANGUAGE(S) SPOKEN: Spanish is the

country’s native language, while English is also widely spoken, especially in the Punta Cana region CLIMATE: Sunny, tropical CURRENCY: Dominican peso, dollars

accepted

INDUSTRY FACTS TYPES OF ARCHITECTURE: Traditional

Mediterranean design, with a recent influx of contemporary and modern AVERAGE PRICING: $1,000 / square meter

with homes ranging from $200,000 – $10,000,000+ FINANCING OPTIONS: Varies from

traditional financing through a bank, to developer and owner financing

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