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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
2024 Wavecrest Woodie MeetMoonlight Beach ~ Encinitas The world’s longest running woodie festival takes place September 19th through the 22nd in Encinitas, the 45th annual event! The Wavecrest Woodie Meet kicks off Thursday evening with the last of the Encinitas Classic Car Nights for 2024 from 4:30 – 8:00. This event takes place in downtown Encinitas along the Coast Road (the main drag). Friday night is the “Meet and Greet” from 4:00 to 6:00 pm with appetizers and drinks at the host hotel, the Encinitan Hotel and Suites (formerly the Best Western). The hotel is a short distance from Moonlight Beach, just east of the Coast Road. Saturday is the big Woodie meet with a couple hundred Woodies on display in the parking lot above Moonlight Beach from 8 am until 3 pm. You’ll find a DJ, awards...
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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
What’s the Value of my Encinitas Home? Encinitas Market Report for August 2024 It’s important that Encinitas sellers and buyers have current information about local market conditions, and the effect they have on buying and selling, in order to make educated decisions about Encinitas homes for sale. Here’s what happened in the August 2024 housing market in Encinitas, based on information from the MLS (private sales are not included nor are manufactured, mobile, or multi-family homes). These statistics are believed reliable when this report was written but are not guaranteed. READ MORE: Encinitas – An Eclectic Seaside CommunityLeucadia- Surfers' Beach Community in Encinitas CA 42 homes sold in Encinitas in August, 6 fewer sales (down 12%) than last month. Here’s the breakdown of overall a...
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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
Once again, for the 15th year in a row, the Encinitas Oktoberfest will enthrall and delight thousands of fair goers tomorrow over a 5-block area at El Camino Real and Mountain Vista in the El Camino Real shopping corridor a short distance north of Encinitas Boulevard.  There will be over 200 booths as part of the street fair, plenty of food (can you say bratwurst, German meatloaf, pork chops, and sauerkraut, among many other goodies) a Beer Garden for the adults, the classical German oompah music by the BlueBirds Showband from LA (polka as well as other traditional dance music) who will likely be all decked out in their lederhosen, a Fun Zone for the kids with a bounce house, authentic German dancing, a parade, and so much more. Tip Top Meats in Carlsbad will be there and is a major spo...
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By Cody Haworth, Carlsbad Homes for Sale
(Four Seasons Properties)
Hello and welcome to Encinitas California Homes for Sale, Foreclosures, Auctions, REO, Short Sale Property. September 16, 2009 Real Estate Silver lining or still too early to tell? Lets look at the numbers of the recent activity to see... August 2009 Foreclosure, REO, and Short Sale update. According to Foreclosure Radar (A service which tracks every single foreclosure daily in the state of California) in the month of August Foreclosure notices in the state of California saw a decline while foreclosure sales rose in the state of California. Sales at the actual foreclosure auction rose by 3.4 percent overall to 17,289 sales.  According to estimates foreclosure sales sold to third party investors at an average of a 29.7% discount from estimated market value. Notices of default dropped by ...
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By Debbie Rumsey, Realtor, Green, SFR
(HomeSmart Realty West, Carlsbad, CA)
15TH ANNUAL ENCINITAS OKTOBERFEST SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2009 10AM - 6PM El Camino Real and Mountain Vista Road in Encinitas, CA Come to the 15th annual Encinitas Oktoberfest this Sunday and see live Bavarian music and dancing, taste Spatan beer and great German food and browse over 200 booths of food and crafts. There will be a kid play area as well as dogs for adoption from the Helen Woodward Center.  More than 30,000 visitors are expected to come to this event that covers 6 blocks of pure fun! This event is free and is a great family experience for all!
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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
If you are seeking a great Encinitas sushi restaurant, Blue Fin Sushi in Encinitas California fits the bill in my book.  Blue Fin Sushi Restaurant is on the east side of El Camino Real in the shopping corridor just north of Encinitas Boulevard. The signage is, well, blue, so you can't miss it, despite being in a strip mall along with other restaurants and a variety of stores. Blue Fin Sushi was recommended to me some time ago and having been there several times now it's easy to see why this place is so popular. While you can walk in during the week, I highly recommend reservations for the weekend as this place, which is modest in size, gets jammed, whether you sit at a table or at the sushi bar (which holds, perhaps, 12 people).    The dinner menu is diverse, both with special sushi rol...
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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
The Whole Foods Market at Pacific Station has been in process for some time, and it has been fun to watch the progress from a hole in the ground in Encinitas to a Whole Foods Market. We still have a ways to go but it will be worth it. Here are a few shots taken over a fairly long period, the most recent this afternoon. September 2008 I did my first post way back in December 2007 - Whole Foods Market is Coming to Town - Encinitas, That Is June 2009   The other cool thing about this project is that the developer donated all the sand they dug up and had it carted over to Carlsbad for rebuilding Ponto Beach, a sand replenishment project in South Carlsbad back in the early part of this year. As of September 2009 ******************************** Subscribe in a reader If I can provide more inf...
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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
As a buyer or seller in the Encinitas real estate market, it is important to have information about the market conditions in order to make a more informed decision about what to do with regard to buying, or selling, your Encinitas home.  Here is a summary of the Encinitas real estate market for August 2009 based on statistics from the MLS (private sales are not included nor are manufactured and mobile homes). These data are deemed reliable but are not guaranteed due to how data may be entered into the MLS system.   READ MORE: Encinitas - An Eclectic Seaside Community  In August 2009 there were 38 homes sold in Encinitas (a 30% decrease in sales over July). Here's the breakdown of overall activity.    TOTAL HOMES Detached Attached Number 38 (down 30%) 28 (down 32%) 10 (down 23%) Days on...
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By Mike and Dawn Lewis, The Lewis Team at Keller Williams in San Diego CA
(The Lewis Team at Keller Williams)
Encinitas Real Estate Market Report Summer 2009 Encinitas Market Report - August 2009 - Encinitas like the rest of San Diego is still valuing down and has had a median home price decline 7% from last year. Encinitas had 38 home sales and 14 condo sales in June of 2009. These numbers were the latest full numbers in when this report was completed. The median home price for June is $684,000 and the median condo price is $279,000 which was a condo value decrease of 46% from last June. If you're buying or selling in Encinitas call me, Dawn Lewis. San Diego Real Estate Market Conditions - The San Diego MLS is filled with short sales and foreclosures and out of the two the short sales stay on the market a very long time making it look like the San Diego Market is saturated with homes for sale ...
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By Cody Haworth, Carlsbad Homes for Sale
(Four Seasons Properties)
Hello and Welcome to ~Cambria~ Encinitas California Foreclosure Auction, Bank Owned REO, Homes for Sale, Real Estate.   Understanding the foreclosure property auction (also known as Trustee Sale) process takes time, due diligence, and understanding.  Saavy Real Estate investors can find some of the best deals around buying at these auctions, but is it right for everyone?   We would like to help explain further about these auctions and the benefits and downsides of buying Real Estate at them. Understanding the process is the key, and here is how the process goes as an overview: Pre-Foreclosure (Also known as Notice of Default).  Pre-Foreclosure is usually when the current homeowner is 90 days past due on their Mortgage.  The current lender files with the County Recorders office a Notice ...
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By Cody Haworth, Carlsbad Homes for Sale
(Four Seasons Properties)
Hello and Welcome to ~Arroyo Vista~ Encinitas California Foreclosure Auction, Bank Owned REO, Homes for Sale, Real Estate.   Understanding the foreclosure property auction (also known as Trustee Sale) process takes time, due diligence, and understanding.  Saavy Real Estate investors can find some of the best deals around buying at these auctions, but is it right for everyone?   We would like to help explain further about these auctions and the benefits and downsides of buying Real Estate at them. Understanding the process is the key, and here is how the process goes as an overview: Pre-Foreclosure (Also known as Notice of Default).  Pre-Foreclosure is usually when the current homeowner is 90 days past due on their Mortgage.  The current lender files with the County Recorders office a No...
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By Cody Haworth, Carlsbad Homes for Sale
(Four Seasons Properties)
Hello and Welcome to ~Olivenhain~ Encinitas California Foreclosure Auction, Bank Owned REO, Homes for Sale, Real Estate.   Understanding the foreclosure property auction (also known as Trustee Sale) process takes time, due diligence, and understanding.  Saavy Real Estate investors can find some of the best deals around buying at these auctions, but is it right for everyone?   We would like to help explain further about these auctions and the benefits and downsides of buying Real Estate at them. Understanding the process is the key, and here is how the process goes as an overview: Pre-Foreclosure (Also known as Notice of Default).  Pre-Foreclosure is usually when the current homeowner is 90 days past due on their Mortgage.  The current lender files with the County Recorders office a Noti...
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By Cody Haworth, Carlsbad Homes for Sale
(Four Seasons Properties)
Hello and Welcome to ~Leucadia~ Encinitas California Foreclosure Auction, Bank Owned REO, Homes for Sale, Real Estate.   Understanding the foreclosure property auction (also known as Trustee Sale) process takes time, due diligence, and understanding.  Saavy Real Estate investors can find some of the best deals around buying at these auctions, but is it right for everyone?   We would like to help explain further about these auctions and the benefits and downsides of buying Real Estate at them. Understanding the process is the key, and here is how the process goes as an overview: Pre-Foreclosure (Also known as Notice of Default).  Pre-Foreclosure is usually when the current homeowner is 90 days past due on their Mortgage.  The current lender files with the County Recorders office a Notice...
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Hello and Welcome to ~Encinitas Ranch~ Encinitas California Foreclosure Auction, Bank Owned REO, Homes for Sale, Real Estate.   Understanding the foreclosure property auction (also known as Trustee Sale) process takes time, due diligence, and understanding.  Saavy Real Estate investors can find some of the best deals around buying at these auctions, but is it right for everyone?   We would like to help explain further about these auctions and the benefits and downsides of buying Real Estate at them. Understanding the process is the key, and here is how the process goes as an overview: Pre-Foreclosure (Also known as Notice of Default).  Pre-Foreclosure is usually when the current homeowner is 90 days past due on their Mortgage.  The current lender files with the County Recorders office a...
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By Debbie Rumsey, Realtor, Green, SFR
(HomeSmart Realty West, Carlsbad, CA)
Every 3rd Saturday in September San Diego Woodies hosts the world's largest Wood Car show at Moonlight Beach in Encinitas.    This year will mark the 30th anniversary  of Wavecrest and they are expecting between 250 and 300 wooden cars to pack the parking lot. The event is on September 19th, 2009 and runs from 8 am to 3 pm.  There will be food and entertainment as well as a raffle.  This is a great family event and will also feature vintage surfboards.  The Wavecrest Woodie Meet is a free event and it is a wonderful time to enjoy our perfect Southern California weather.   www.oldwoodies.com  For the history of Wooden Cars or www.sandiegowoodies.com More information on this event
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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
I found a terrific Encinitas Massage Therapist today - Kendra Stidolph HHP Massage Therapy in Encinitas. And, coincidentally, she happens to be in the same office as my favorite Chiropractor in Encinitas, Scott Lund Chiropratic Encinitas. Kendra is a Carlsbad native who practices Lomi Lomi massage, a Hawaiian form of bodywork, and had the great fortune to study with Kahu Abraham Kawai'I and his wife Ho'okahi on Kaui and Oahu.  READ MORE:  Hawaiian Lomi Lomi Massage   While I have had lots of different types of massages, including Swedish, Shiatzu and Deep Tissue, the Lomi Lomi massage was a new, and most pleasant, massage experience. Lomi Lomi is a very fluid massage, according to Kendra, and this form of massage works at clearing blocked areas due to tension by repeatedly going over th...
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The Classic Cars Cruise Night took place tonight in Encinitas California. There isn't really too much to say, since the real fun was in the looking...at dozens of classic cars from all over Southern California lined up along the Coast Road/Route 101 in downtown Encinitas.   A classic band playing Beach Boy songs (Little Deuce Coupe for example - a You-tube playlist video) and other vintage car songs at the Smog Center entertained folks throughout the evening. There was a good crowd on both sides of the street taking in these beautiful autos and talking to their owners, the traffic in town was a mess, the weather was balmy, and it was a perfect evening to stroll downtown Encinitas and enjoy the event and the shopping and restaurants. The photos of the cars really say it all, and I was on...
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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
It's time again for the Classic Car Cruise Night in Encinitas California.   This popular event, the 11th, will be this coming Thursday August 30 in downtown Encinitas. Classic Car Cruise Night will run from 5:30 PM until 7:30 PM between D and K Streets.  There are a ton of classic cars here in Southern California - the very popular Wavecrest Woodie Festival event held in Encinitas is just one other example - so you can expect a wide range of classic cars from many decades...all are welcome.  I understand an exclusive electric car will be displayed, as well as the Coast Cruiser Shuttle that is currently being used in Encinitas and that runs on 100% vegetable oil (A buck and vegetable oil will get you to the beach).  This event is free, live music will be featured at the Smog Test Only Ce...
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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
Summer festivals continue in abundance in coastal North San Diego County, with the Encinitas Taste of Mainstreet coming soon.  August 27th is the day for the 20th annual Encinitas Taste of Mainstreet International food festival being held in the downtown area from Jamroc (a Jamaican Restaurant just north of Encinitas Boulevard on the Coast Road/Route 101) to Swami's Café at the far south end of town just before...you guessed...Swami's Beach, famous for its' surfing.  With over 40 restaurants of varying sorts in this stretch of historic 101, foodies are blessed with the opportunity to enjoy a wealth of food styles, as well as live cooking demos, music performances in 6 locations, and you can enjoy full meals at most of the restaurants even if you decide to not participate in the Encinita...
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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
Folks living in Southern California have the great fortune to be able to enjoy the outdoor lifestyle year-round, so knowing about Barbecues Galore in Encinitas California is kinda important.    Whether you are selling to create a full outdoor kitchen, or simply to have a smaller barbeque to grill outside whenever your heart desires, Barbeques Galore in Encinitas California has what you need. From high end built-grills with refrigerators and sinks, to portable grills, and everything in between, you will find what you need to create that outdoor paradise at Barbeques Galore.  Are you a charcoal fan, like me? They have it. Gas grills are probably more common and they come in a variety of styles and sizes. Like smoked food? Barbeques Galore has a number of choices as well. And there is the ...
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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
If you want a healthy drink that will help keep you feeling fit and healthy, you need to visit one of the best Encinitas Juice Bars, Fountain of Youth Juice Bar Encinitas California.  I paid a visit there after hearing much about the many loyal customers who stop by for their various nutrition drinks, cleanses and so much more, in addition to delicious sandwiches and other edibles. The focus, however, is on fresh squeezed fruit juices, organic vegetable juices, juice combinations (V5, V6, V7, and V10 for example), smoothies (with healthy additions such as protein powder, Vitamin C, bee pollen, calcium, Ginseng and wheat germ), wheatgrass shots, fresh sandwiches, and much more.  Abdul and Tania are the friendly and knowledgeable owners of Fountain of Youth Juice bar in Encinitas Californ...
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By Melissa Zavala, Broker, Escondido Real Estate, San Diego County
(Broadpoint Properties)
Hot Yoga in Encinitas, California  Do you have pain in your lower back that you cannot get rid of? Or, perhaps you have some carpel tunnel beginning in your hand? Or maybe you are just looking for a complete and thorough workout in an amazing environment. Well, if you live in San Diego's North County, then Yoga Tropics may be for you. Having opened its doors in 2006, Yoga Tropics has grown from a one room studio into a wonderful community center where people of all ability levels can practice. After years of playing competitive sports, the Stockalper family turned to hot yoga for relief and physical therapy.  Seeing the amazing results from regular practice of hot yoga, Margaret, with her daughters Carla and Tracey, and husband Mike, started Yoga Tropics, with the goal to create a yoga ...
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