Gilroy, California - Eagle Ridge Market Report January 2011 This is a real estate update for the golf course community of Eagle Ridge, in Gilroy California brought to you by your Eagle Ridge Realtor who has an intimate knowledge of the real estate market in this community.  There are a few more listings this month but the number of distressed properties offered for sale is down compared to last month. Currently Eagle Ridge a community of over 900 homes only has 16 homes for sale ranging in price from $459,900 for a 2222 square foot, 3 bed/3 bath home on a 3050 square foot lot to $849,999 for a 5083 square foot, 5 bed/5 bath home on a 13,068 square foot lot. Fewer homes are offered as short sale properties.  Only 50% of homes in inventory are short sale and one bank owned property.  Tota... 02/05/2011

Eagle Ridge Golf Course Community Real Estate Update January 2011   This is a real estate update for the golf course community of Eagle Ridge, in Gilroy California brought to you by your Eagle Ridge Realtor who has an intimate knowledge of the real estate market in this community.  The number of listings is down compared to last month. Currently Eagle Ridge a community of over 900 homes only has 11 homes for sale ranging in price from $459,900 for a 2222 square foot, 3 bed/3 bath home on a 3484 square foot lot to $849,999 for a 5083 square foot, 5 bed/5 bath home on a 11,761 square foot lot. Fewer homes are offered as short sale properties.  Only 50% of homes in inventory are short sale and one bank owned property.  Total sum of current listings is $6,795,859.  Average list price for ho... 01/24/2011

Eagle Ridge Golf Course Community in pictures.   Eagle Ridge is a golf course community in the western foothills of Gilroy, the "garlic capitol of the world." In reality China has taken over has the largest producer of garlic.  However, Gilroy still holds the title.   On a stroll recently I took a few pictures of the community.     Weddings are taking place most weekends       01/23/2011

Gilroy CA - Carriage Court Market Update Carriage Court in Gilroy, California is a small community of 48 homes on Acorn Way located in the north-western part of Gilroy.  Standard Pacific developed this area about 4 - 5 years ago. In 2010 only three homes have been offered for sale. One short sale closed escrow at $400,00 and was listed at $425,000. Currently one property is available for sale at $418,000 as a short sale and a bank owned property is in escrow. Carriage Court has a homeowners Association and the monthly dues are currently $115.  If you have any questions about these or other properties for sale feel free to give me a call at 408-848-2516.       01/09/2011

Eagle Ridge Golf Course Community Gilroy - Real estate market report  This is a market update for Eagle Ridge Golf Community in Gilroy, California from December 1, 2010 - January 8, 2011. Currently there are 13 homes for sale including 6 "traditional" listings and 7 properties which are either short sale or bank owned. These statistics still show a decline in list price compared to previous months. The number of distressed properties offered for sale has decreased as compared to the traditional sales.  If this trend continues property values will increase.  In a short sale the listing price is less than the amount owed (debt) on the property (mortgage) and buyers need to know that these kind of transactions can take many months to complete. Not all home buyers understand short sales; th... 01/08/2011

Wine tasting in Gilroy - Martin Ranch Winery "Bottle Your Own Wine" event 2011 Martin Ranch Winery located on Redwood Retreat Road in Gilroy, offers the first "bottle your own wine" event in 2011 on February 12th and 13th.  This is a very busy and popular event and you should make reservations to bottle your own wine.  Don't forget to let them know how many cases you would like to bottle.   My girlfriend from Florida came out for a visit last year and we attended this event. We decided to bike to this event and enjoy the beautiful countryside of the area as well. It was so much fun especially for her because she isn't so lucky to be living among the many vineyards as we do here in Gilroy, California.  She is lucky to be living along and on the inter-coastal in Boca Raton, Florida so vis... 01/07/2011

Eagle Ridge Golf Course Community in Gilroy, California Gilroy is the most southern city in the Silicon Valley and is an easy drive to the hustle and bustle of the Silicon Valley.  It is a town of around 50,000 residents surrounded by hills, horse properties, fields, agriculture and on the west side majestic oak trees.   Whenever I driving home to Gilroy from the hectic roads and traffic jams in the Silicon Valley I start to relax as I get closer to the peaceful surroundings of Gilroy.  Eagle Ridge Golf Course Community offers more activities besides golf.  One of the groups that are active is the walking group who meets every morning at 8:00 am at three different locations within the community.  On Monday, Wednesday, Friday they meet at the Eagle Ridge Golf Club House.  This group is g... 01/05/2011

The following pictures were taken on a recent walk through the community of Eagle Ridge; a golf course community in the Silicon Valley, California.  This neighborhood has about 900 homes and set among majestic oak trees.   Contact me if you are interested in property in Eagle Ridge Golf Course community - I can help you with your real estate needs in Eagle Ridge. 01/02/2011

Following is a real estate market update for November 2010 Distressed properties for sale, in escrow and sold is still relatively large in Gilroy.  Even though the number of short sales in escrow is large at 124 the number closed last month is only 16.  The number of bank owned properties in escrow is much lower at 39 yet 17 closed escrow last month. The Real Estate market in Gilroy is still recovering from the fallout of the sub-prime mortgage disaster. Many homeowners are victim of high risk mortgages which forced them to sell or abandon their properties resulting in a flood of homes for sale added to the real estate inventory causing the value of properties to spiral downward quickly.  The decrease in property values effected other homeowners in these communities as well; their homes... 12/09/2010

Gilroy, California, and the it's many treasures. Gilroy, California is known as the Garlic Capital of the World and rightfully so.   Not because we produce the largest amount of garlic.  No, those days are over, China is the largest producer now, but we still host the largest food festival in the country: The Gilroy Garlic Festival hosted every year on the last weekend in July.  Gilroy is the most southernly town in the SiliconValley.  It used to be a smaller farming community but we have grown to more than 52,000 residents and the city has responded to the increase by expanding shopping opportunities and services to the community.  Gilroy is also famous for the Gilroy Premium Outlets. This picture shows the Gilroy Premium Outlets at 12:01 am on Black Friday.  This year many of the stor... 12/08/2010

Eagle Ridge Golf Community in Gilroy.  Eagle Ridge Golf Course Community in Gilroy, California consists of different neighborhoods and each community has unique features and home styles.  The community consists of about 935 detached single family homes which have to adhere to standards and guidelines.  Homes must conform to the Mediterranean style architecture whether they are built by a builder, (Standard Pacific, Shapell Industries, Summerhill homes, or Old Orchard) or custom built.  This is a market update for single family homes in Eagle Ridge Golf Course Community, Gilroy, California. These statistics show property listing price of current active listings higher than those currently under contract. The number of distressed properties available is still relatively high (50%) but les... 12/06/2010

Holiday lights at Gilroy Gardens Get in the holiday spirit early with the light show at Gilroy Gardens starting December 3, 2010 from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm.  Thousands and thousands of lights were used to turn the only Horticultural Theme Park in California into a Holiday Wonderland complete with fireworks and laser light show over Coyote Lake. Gilroy Gardens is formally known as Bonfante Gardens named after the Michael Bonfante, creator of the truly amazing park.  The amazing circus trees and many beautiful plants make this horticultural park a must visit park. Bring the kids who will enjoy the many rides offered as well.  Check their website for additional information.    Visit the big green house on the monorail   12/02/2010

It's been a while, so I thought I'd post some pictures showing just how picturesque the Eagle Ridge Golf Community truly is.  Yesterday was one of those glorious days when I saw a lot of people walking, playing tennis, and having their kids play in the park.  It was what I refer to as a "Chamber of Commerce Day" and being the day after a holiday, the general mood of the people outdoors was refreshing.  Enjoy this wonderful place I am fortunate to call home:EAGLE RIDGE CLUBHOUSEEAGLE RIDGE PARKTHE CLUBHOUSE AT EAGLE RIDGEHOMES ALONG THE 5TH FAIRWAY AT EAGLE RIDGETHE BEAUTY OF THE GOLF COURSETHE BEAUTY OF EAGLE RIDGEPEOPLE ENJOYING A STROLL IN THE EAGLE RIDGE GOLF COMMUNITYCART PATH BRIDGE AT EAGLE RIDGEHOMES AT EAGLE RIDGEEAGLE RIDGE GOLF COMMUNITY 11/27/2010

Carriage Court Development is a small community in the north-western part of Gilroy, California. Currently there are 7 homes for sale in inventory of which one is bank owned and two are short sales.   Information displayed is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS     You may contact me if you are interested in any of these homes.     11/22/2010

Country Estates - Gilroy California Country Estates is a small neighborhood in the western foothills of Gilroy consisting of 123 homes.  The community has a Home Owners Association. Currently there are 4 active detached single family homes for sale in Country Estates and 4 homes are in escrow of which one is bank owned and three are short sales.  Non of the homes currently for sale are distressed; meaning no short sale or bank owned properties.     No homes were reported "sold" in the last 6 weeks in Country Estates. Information displayed is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS     11/22/2010

DREAM HOME ON THE GOLF COURSE... Gorgeous 10 year old home with a huge gourmet kitchen, extensive use of granite, slate, marble, and hardwood.   4 bedrooms plus an office that can be used as a 5th bedroom. Beautiful views of the hills and golf course. Downstairs bedroom and bath. Extraordinary opportunity to live in Eagleridge OPEN HOUSE THIS WEEKEND SAT 20 /SUN 21 1 - 4 Take a Visual Tour... Disclosures available at www.marcymoyer.com 11/19/2010

Country Estates - Gilroy California Country Estates is a small neighborhood in the western foothills of Gilroy consisting of 123 homes.  The community has a Home Owners' Association. Currently there are 5 active single family homes for sale in Country Estates of which 1 is bank owned. Two short sale properties are under contract.       Information displayed is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS   11/08/2010

Eagle Ridge Real Estate Market Update for October 2010. This is a market update for single family homes in Eagle Ridge Golf Course Community, Gilroy, California. These statistics show an increase in property value of current active listings compared to those under contract. The number of distressed properties available has decreased compared to the number of listings currently under contract. Single family properties currently on the market in Eagle Ridge:     Information displayed is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS   11/08/2010

  DREAM HOME ON THE GOLF COURSE... Gorgeous 10 year old home with a huge gourmet kitchen, extensive use of granite, slate, marble, and hardwood.   4 bedrooms plus an office that can be used as a 5th bedroom. Beautiful views of the hills and golf course. Downstairs bedroom and bath. Extraordinary opportunity to live in Eagleridge OPEN HOUSE THIS WEEKEND SAT/SUN 1 - 4 Take a Visual Tour... Disclosures available at www.marcymoyer.com 11/05/2010

Now is the time to get your season tickets to Gilroy Gardens for the 2010-2011 Season!  Gilroy Gardens is the fun place for the whole family, located in Gilroy, CA.  Getyou tickets now, and enjoy the Holiday Lights spectacular which is an annual event.  Use your tickets throughout the whole year!  They make wonderful Christmas gifts which will be remembered throughout the year. For more information, Click Here  Gilroy Gardens is California's only horticulture theme park. Great fun for the whole family Numerous rides and attractions 10/30/2010