12 Carmel Woods
October 31, 2011
A fabulous estate located in prestigious Ocean Ranch, a guard-gated walkable enclave in Laguna Niguel. Constructed on a pad elevated 393 feet above the ocean and about 40’ from the street below, the house is offering unobstructed 180 degree ocean and city lights view, as well as views of San Clemente and Catalina Islands from the ground level. Designed with entertainment in mind, this 9,100-sqft Mediterranean style home is exquisite in every detail. Features include a spectacular ocean view entry with travertine floors and high ceiling; elevator, living room with 21 foot sliding door widely opening into the covered patio; barbeque grill on a 125 sqft island and waterfall saltwater swimming pool; huge approx 600-sqft gourmet kitchen with professional SST appliances and “Coffee Brazilian” granite 45 sqft island; oversize master and mini-master suites. This masterpiece of design and function offers the ultimate in privacy and luxurious living.
Offered at: $4,599,000
28 Emerald Glen
August 30, 2011
Wonderful ocean and city light views from this 4 bedroom 4.5 bath home plus a home theater Enjoy the l library/office with cherry wood paneling!! Great ocean views from upstairs master suite and bedrooms and backyard! Fabulous Pebbletec pool & spa with fountains and front courtyard. Climate controlled wine closet. Main floor bedroom/bath. Granite counters, center island and built-in refrigerator. 24 hour gated community with a pool ,spa, park and sports court. Close to restaurants and markets and the beach. Cul-de-sac location. Fabulous opportunity!
$1,599,000
31382 Isle Vista, Laguna Niguel
May 5, 2011
Stunning remodeled home in lovely Vizcaya–this home has been customized and has added square feet. Elegance, warmth and charm abound!! Enjoy the added office/library on the main floor and the expanded kitchen and dining room area. You will not find a house in better shape!!! Rear yard is an absolute oasis with two-tiered decking area, gorgeous stone waterfall, slate counters on the built-in grill and bar!! Enjoy the designer carpet and wood floors and beautiful built-in mirrors, and wonderful added closet space. You will love this home!!
$799,000
9 Via Las Rosas, Laguna Niguel
June 21, 2010
Fabulous Ocean View Home!!!
Gate-guarded prestigious Coronado Point home has fabulous ocean, Catalina Island, and Aliso Creek golf course sit down views from both levels. 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths. Imported Italian limestone Versailles pattern pillow-edge flooring and hand cut glass entry doors and matching windows greet you as you approach this beautiful home. Walk-in wine room, white oak distressed and painted family room flooring, gourmet kitchen with center island, granite countertops, custom chef’s sink, authentic antique style tin ceiling, and ocean views! The master suite enjoys full views, limestone flooring, a large designer closet, crown moulding, fireplace and his and her Bombay cabinetry with Italian marble counters and sink. Pool with fountain, and large grassy area, and located on a private cul-de-sac! Hurry on this home!
Proudly presented at 1,995,000.
21 San Simeon, Laguna Niguel
June 26, 2009
RARE LARGE FLAT VIEW LOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wow–is this one a beauty. Huge lot with ocean and valley views in lovely and prestigious gate-guarded Palmilla!!! Don’t wait on this one–this is the huge lot the neighbors have been asking about and the public has been asking about for years!!! To show is to sell this one! Build your custom home!!!!
Directions 5 Freeway exit on Crown Valley Parkway go right towards ocean to Niguel rd turn right to top of hill turn right into Palmilla gate guarded community.
City of Laguna Niguel Discusses Plans for New City Hall/ Public Invited…
June 11, 2009
The City of Laguna Niguel is seeking input from all residents, businesses and community organizations on plans for the new City Hall.
On Monday, June 22nd at 7:00 p.m. the City Council will hold a Public Workshop/Open House at which the public is invited to:
- Hear project history and overview.
- View current building and site plans.
- Meet and talk with the architects.
- Share your thoughts and comments.
The meeting will take place in Council Chambers located at…
27841 La Paz Road, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
For dirctions using a map, click here…
For more information, please contact the City at…
(949) 362-4300.
City of Laguna Niguel/ Avery Parkway at I-5 Improvement…
May 11, 2009
The City of Laguna Niguel, in partnership with the City of Mission Viejo and Caltrans, will begin a project to widen Avery Parkway under the bridge between the on and off ramps at 1-5 freeway. The project will provide one additional lane between the I-5 on and off ramps. Construction will being on May 18, 2009 and is anticipated to be complete by the end of December 2009.
For a map of the proposed area for improvement, click here…
To get a look at the bids that came in from 8 contractors on this project, click here…
Construction hours will be typically 9:00am to 3:00pm with occasional night work. Motorists should expect delays in both directions (east and west) on Avery Parkway for the duration of the project and may wish to consider using alternate routes as follows:
From City of Laguna Niguel:
From Paseo de Colinas at Cabot Road: Take Cabot Road north (left) to Crown Valley Parkway, go north/east (right) on Crown Valley Parkway, cross the I-5 Freeway, go south (right) on Medical Center Road, go south (right) on Marguerite Parkway to Avery Parkway.
From Paseo de Colinas at Camino Capistrano: Take Camino Capistrano south (left) to Junipero Serra Road, go east (left) on Junipero Serra Road to the I-5 Freeway.
From City of Mission Viejo:
Headed north bound: Take Marguerite Parkway north to Medical Center Road, go north (left) on Medical Center Road to Crown Valley Parkway, go south/west (left) on Crown Valley Parkway to the I-5 Freeway.
Headed south bound: Take Marguerite Parkway south to Junipero Serra Road, go west (right) on Junipero Serra Road to the I-5 Freeway.
For more information,please contact…
City of Laguna Niguel
(949) 362-4325
12 Ebony Glade, Laguna Niguel…
April 23, 2009
Spectacular Romantic Tuscan Estate located at end of private cul-de-sac in prestigious gate-guarded Ocean Ranch! Front of house is majestically framed by 2 huge Canary Island palms creating stunning curb appeal. Romantic foyer boasts 28′ ceiling, Jerusalem Gold limestone flooring w/Italian Bronze inlays, custom wrought-iron staircase & beautiful open fireplace through which one may appreciate a lovely view of the backyard’s saltwater pool and spa. Large backyard perfect for entertaining on both grand & intimate levels. Huge lawn area. Beautiful stone outdoor fireplace w/seating adjacent to an outdoor kitchen/BBQ area. Gourmet kitchen w/African dark wood, pewter hardware, granite countertops, custom stone sink, eating area in huge kitchen island & top-of-the-line designer appliances. Large dining area w/iron sconces. Bar area w/art deco flair. Entire home wired for sound. Custom window treatments & draperies. This home offers the best in quality craftsmanship & exquisite detail.
Proudly Offered at… $2,995,000
MLS # S571566
Orange County Property Assessment Reviews…
April 15, 2009
The Orange County Assessor’s Office is currently reviewing over 300,000 residential properties, on their own, for a reduction in property taxes. A web page has been provided below for you to access and determine whether or not your property is already in the queue.
The website states that if your property is included in the list of properties to be reviewed, you do not need to make a request for review, and no action is required.
Additionally, they just posted a new website to help homeowner’s answer a myriad of common questions regarding qualifying, determining factors, their process, and access to the proper form for inquiry. Homeowners will have until Sept. 15 to appeal their value if they disagree with the county’s assessment.
For the official website, click here.
To see if your residential property is currently in line for review, click here.
For good answers to relavent questions, click here.
To submit an inquiry, and access Form A002-259 (Request for Informal Assessment Review), click here.
Commercial property is also being reviewed, however, commercial property information is not available on the website. Each property owner will get a notice of their tax assessed value by July.
For assistance, call… (714) 834-2727
Mailing address for Form A002-259…
Orange County Assessor
Attention: Real Property
P.O. Box 22000, Santa Ana, CA
92702-2000Hope this helps!
Buy New Construction in California, Receive $10,000 State Tax Credit…
March 16, 2009
New Tax Credit for New Construction Purchases between March 1, 2009, and March 1, 2010
For full description of program, click here…
For a copy of Form 3528-A, click here…
Per the California Franchise Tax Board…
California allocated $100,000,000 for this tax credit. Buyers must apply for credit allocation from us. Applications will be reviewed and credit allocations will be made on a first-come, first-served basis. Once $100,000,000 has been allocated, the tax credit will no longer be available.
For updates on the allocated and remaining credits available, click here…
Starting March 1, 2009, we will accept applications for allocation of credit by fax only… (916) 845.9754… however, we will not send notifications of credit allocation until we have developed procedures. Once we begin processing allocation applications, credits will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. We will update this page as soon as we begin mailing credit allocation letters. We plan to begin mailing credit allocation letters no later than May 1, 2009. This delay is necessary to allow us time to develop a system to capture and verify the application information, allocate the credits, and send the credit allocation letters. Please be patient with us and do not send applications more than one time. (Updated 03/06/09)
Long and short…
This tax credit is available for qualified buyers who on or after March 1, 2009, and before March 1, 2010, purchase a qualified principal residence that has never been occupied. The buyer must reside in the new home for a minimum of two years immediately following the purchase date.
Qualified Buyers…
A taxpayer who purchases a single-family residence, whether detached or attached, that has never been occupied, that is purchased to be the principal residence of the taxpayer for a minimum of two years, and that is eligible for the homeowner’s exemption under California Revenue and Taxation Code Section 218.
Qualified Principal Residence/New Home…
A qualified principal residence means a single-family residence, whether detached or attached, that has never been occupied and is purchased to be the principal residence of the taxpayer for a minimum of two years and is eligible for the property tax homeowner’s exemption.
Quotes from BusinessWeek…
For full Business Week article, click here…
Says Layne Marceau, President Of Shea Homes’ Northern California Division…
This is something that our industry has been desiring to have for quite some time…” “… homebuilding is an economic engine. The whole intent here is to stimulate sales activity, the ability to start housing projects again, get the state economic engine moving again. We believe the housing industry is the catalyst to do that.”
Senior VP for Government Affairs for The California Building Industry Association, Tim Coyle states…
“Already, With The News Of This Tax Credit Being Authorized, We’re Beginning To See Interest.” “What we’ve been missing in the market place for the last couple of years are people … Already, with the news of this tax credit being authorized, we’re beginning to see interest among those people who we desperately need to have confidence to return back to housing markets where they haven’t been for so long. We think this tax credit will do that.”
“Back in 1975, the U.S. Congress enacted a tax credit identical to this one and it worked. It stimulated sales, doubled sales within a year.”