San Diego Real Estate- Off We Go Into The Wild Blue Yonder ! "Off we go into the wild blue yonder, Climbing high into the sun". The San Diego Glider Port on the edge of the cliffs overlooking the pacific ocean in the community of La Jolla is a happening place. Especially on weekends. The Glider Port attracts enthusiasts of all things " Air" from flying model airplanes, para-sailing and paragliding. And the views are spectacular of the coastline.         The dramatic view to the south is of the Scripps Oceanography Pier and the La Jolla Shores public beach.   The San Diego Glider Port was established in 1928 and since the early 1970's has become an internationally acclaimed glider port. The Glider Port is a shared location for hang gliding, parasailing, flying scale model planes and sail... 04/19/2010

I had so many beautiful pictures I thought I would share the rest. Today is supposed to be a beautiful day so I am going to go out to Encinitas to take some more pictures and enjoy the gardens at the Swami Beach location and then later check out the Grunion Run. Grunion are fish that have a bizarre spawning rituals. I will be blogging about that later...until then, enjoy the rest of the Torrey Pines Golf Course pictures from La Jolla, CA! 04/17/2010

I had my day on Torry Pines south this week....ok it kicked my butt! The sunset was so beautiful and I got some awesome pictures. There is nothing like the fresh air, ocean views, smell of freshly cut grass, and the multi color sunset. I'm not very good at golf yet:), but what an awesome place to play in La Jolla, CA! 04/17/2010

La Jolla: Featured Deal of the Week under $1,000,000! Call me for a viewing! (858) 459-5478~Tiffany Torgan   view addressLa Jolla, Californiamap location bedrooms: 2bathrooms: 2 (full: 2, half: 0)square feet: 1790 sq.ft.lot size: 3698year built: 1975 $990,000 schedule a showing ask the insider post a comment MLS description PRICED TO SELL!Huge reduction on 3/21. No expense was spared for this meticulously remodeled Windansea Beach home. The open Spanish bungalow design features hardwood flooring throughout, separate entry hall, wood burning fireplace, arched entryways, grassy front yard w/ large covered porch, gourmet eat in kitchen w/ butcher block island, stunning bathrooms, master bath w/ huge soaking tub & separate shower, oversized walk in closets, and private sunny rear deck & ya... 04/15/2010

La Jolla: Featured Deal of the Week under $1,000,000! Call me for a viewing! (858) 459-5478~Tiffany Torgan   view addressLa Jolla, Californiamap location bedrooms: 2bathrooms: 2 (full: 2, half: 0)square feet: 1790 sq.ft.lot size: 3698year built: 1975 $990,000 schedule a showing ask the insider post a comment MLS description PRICED TO SELL!Huge reduction on 3/21. No expense was spared for this meticulously remodeled Windansea Beach home. The open Spanish bungalow design features hardwood flooring throughout, separate entry hall, wood burning fireplace, arched entryways, grassy front yard w/ large covered porch, gourmet eat in kitchen w/ butcher block island, stunning bathrooms, master bath w/ huge soaking tub & separate shower, oversized walk in closets, and private sunny rear deck & ya... 04/15/2010

I was on my normal dog walk and had to get pictures of the sunset last night! Absolutley beautiful! I also included a picture of my dogs (Roxy a jack russell and Aggie my lab mix) too since they were enjoying the sunset as well:) I bet tonight's will be awesome too. Cheers! 04/14/2010

I got this e-mail today from the California Association of Realtors (C.A.R.) and this is huge! I know there has been a lot of lobbying for this in Sacramento and it will be well received and a big relief for stressed homeowners who had no choice in taking a way out. With many properties here in California that are at least a third to a half underwater, this is a welcome break! See the article below provided by C.A.R. NO MORE STATE TAX ON FORGIVEN DEBT Distressed homeowners no longer have to pay California state income tax on debt forgiven in a short sale, foreclosure, or loan modification.  Enacted into law yesterday, Senate Bill 401 generally aligns California's tax treatment of mortgage debt relief income with federal law.  For debt forgiven on a loan secured by a "qualified principal... 04/13/2010

I got this e-mail today from the California Association of Realtors (C.A.R.) and this is huge! I know there has been a lot of lobbying for this in Sacramento and it will be well received and a big relief for stressed homeowners who had no choice in taking a way out. With many properties here in California that are at least a third to a half underwater, this is a welcome break! See the article below provided by C.A.R. NO MORE STATE TAX ON FORGIVEN DEBT Distressed homeowners no longer have to pay California state income tax on debt forgiven in a short sale, foreclosure, or loan modification.  Enacted into law yesterday, Senate Bill 401 generally aligns California's tax treatment of mortgage debt relief income with federal law.  For debt forgiven on a loan secured by a "qualified principal... 04/13/2010

Single Family Home JAN FEB MAR APR Average Active Homes (per week) 145 191 208 220 Homes Sold 11 12 26 4 Avg. Days on Market for Homes Sold 94 133 98 78 Average Sales Price $1,775,682 $1,792,625 $1,469,500 $1,627,000 High Price $3,275,000 $3,600,000 $4,200,000 $3,750,000 Low Price $825,000 $750,000 $790,000 $889,000 0 Single Family Home Market Summaries April 2010 April 2010 we should see active listings pick up in La Jolla even more so. There are currently 34 homes listed as pending with a median listing price of $3,987,000 and the max listing price was still $33,900,000! There are 22 homes in contingent status which means its either a short sale or a bank owned foreclosure waiting on the banks approvals. March 2010 March 2010 the pace of active listings starts to pick up in La Jolla ... 04/11/2010

The La Jolla real estate market is one of the most expensive in San Diego County. A visit to La Jolla on-line, or better yet in real life, will quickly give you a good sense of why this is so. La Jolla, "The Jewel," is an extraordinarily beautiful coastal community with many homes offering fabulous views of the ocean from the hills, and a trendy, very up-scale village offering the finest in shopping and dining. La Jolla has often been compared to the French and Italian Rivieras with wonderful ocean and coastline vistas from the hills, amazing homes, beautiful architecture, and a terrific year-round climate, attracting visitors from around the world. READ MORE: La Jolla Real Estate - A Jewel on the San Diego Coastline La Jolla California - VIDEO Tour of this Jewel by the Sea Mt. Soledad... 04/10/2010

I spent the afternoon enjoying La Jolla yesteray. I went to see my hairdresser in La Jolla Shores and it was such a beautiful day I decided to take pictures. I walked down to Scripps Pier on the beach and then walked back past La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club. I ate lunch at the local deli and enjoyed the sunshine sitting outside working on my laptop! Ahhh, this is why I moved here from Dallas 11 years ago! I met a friend for happy hour at The Spot on Prospect St. and took some pictures in front of Jose's and bought a book at Warwick's on Girard. I love the fact that all of these places in the village were walking distance! 04/09/2010

La Jolla deal of the week! Awesome deal for a single detached home in La Jolla Village! Call me for a showing! (858) 504-8433 I can't believe the price! view addressLa Jolla, Californiamap location bedrooms: 3bathrooms: 3 (full: 3, half: 0)square feet: 1182 sq.ft.lot size: 0 (Common Intere SHORT SALE APPROVED - LOST BUYER - BRING ALL OFFERS - AWESOME VILLAGE PROPERTY WITH LOTS OF CHARM - UPSTAIRS IS MAIN LIVING AREA W/2 BDR/2BATH - PATIO WITH OCEAN VIEWS - DOWNSTAIRS IS SEPARATE ONE BDR/ONE BATH (3RD BDR) WHICH COULD BE USED AS A SEPARATE HOME OFFICE OR GUEST SUITE - 2-CAR ATTACHED GARAGE PLUS A PRIVATE YARD ARE YOURS, WHILE STILL ENJOYING THE CLOSENESS OF THE BEACH AND VILLAGE LIVING - GREAT PRICE FOR THIS VERY CHARMING HOME! additional attributes property type: Detachedcommunity: LA J... 04/07/2010

One of my friends just e-mailed me this article from Forbes. I love the fact that San Diego is mentioned in the article since we were one of the first markets to suffer. Check out what Forbes had to say- Markets are efficient and participants in the housing market are well aware of its problems, so we believe these prices already reflect the "shadow inventory" of foreclosures and short sales in the pipeline. Buyers and sellers are not blind, they don't have to wait to see homes pop up on the MLS to factor them into the price they are willing to bid or ask. That's why in the past three months some of the places with the largest excess inventories have seen the biggest gains in prices, including San Diego, Phoenix and Las Vegas. No Double-Dip For Housing The Fed's termination of a mortgag... 04/06/2010

  La Jolla Weather Report-Now that you've seen the most expensive La Jolla home and the featured La Jolla home for the week it is time to check out the weather! It is absolutely gorgeous outside to day and I thought I would share some pictures of La Jolla Cove! The water is way too cold to get in right now, but is clear and beautiful to look at. It is windy outside which is bring up the waves. 04/06/2010

La Jolla: 8410 Whale Watch Way I featured the La Jolla Farms listing as a La Jolla featured home of the week, but I couldn't pass on a blog posting on this one! This listing has been on the market before and is stunning! The view from the property is of La Jolla Shores and La Jolla Village. It will take a private showing to view this one, but well worth the tour if you are looking for the best of the best in the La Jolla, California luxury market. See the MLS comments below: MLS description Quite simply, this is one of the most beautiful homes in La Jolla. Just completed & built in the Santa Barbara style, it owns a prime site overlooking captivating white water, ocean, cove & coastline views. Located on one of the most desirable streets in La Jolla, the home offers every conceivable lu... 04/06/2010

Check this listing out in La Jolla Farms! This estate is the winner for my most spectacular over the top home on the market in La Jolla. I was going to feature another one for the week, but this one trumps them all! Absolutley stunning!!! MLS description- OCEAN VIEW MASTERPIECE in La Jolla designed by one of Architectural Digests top 100 designers, is constructed from white concrete & floor-to-ceiling glass. Above Torrey Pines, this 11,000 sq ft trophy showcases views of the ocean & natural landscape, 4 bd/6 bth, theater, black tiled infinity pool, guest house, 8 car garage & private access to Blacks Beach. Impeccable design, unparalleled quality & paramount location make this a true piece of art. 9826 La Jolla Farms WyLa Jolla, Californiamap location bedrooms: 7bathrooms: 6 (full: 4, h... 04/06/2010

It was about 3:40 today and my Fiance and I were watching National Lampoon's Vacation (when the dead Grandma was dropped off) and we felt a rumbling! The house felt like is was swaying and I have a one story home in La Jolla. I was more focused on the movie and Bill (he just moved here from Dallas last July) looked at me and said "I think we are having a earthquake". I thought the dogs were chasing the cat under the bed but we kept moving!!! It was like a roll instead of a rock. The earthquake lasted for about 30 seconds, this is the strongest one I have felt in the 11 years I have lived here in La Jolla. My neighbor who has lived in my neighborhood since 1969 came out and said it was the strongest one he has ever felt. I'm thinking about calling State Farm tomorrow to add earthquake in... 04/04/2010

*****News Flash***** We felt the earth move around 3:40 pm today and Happy Easter! It is all good and only the third one I have felt in 11 years, but the strongest!!!! We spent our Easter morning going to the 61st sunrise service in Point Loma at the Cabrillo Monument at 6:30am. It was chilly but a beautiful spot put on by the U.S. Navy and the Kiwanis Club of Point Loma. Afterwards we went to have brunch in Coronado and had a blast. I took a few pictures to share from our Easter of downtown San Diego and the Coronado Bridge. 04/04/2010

I had to meet up with a client yesterday in La Jolla to sign a counter offer. I decided to take the scenic route home along La Jolla Shores and ujp the hill past the Scripps Oceanography Institute. The views are spectacular. I thought these trees were particularly interesting given their unique shape and the brilliant red flowers. I have no clue what they are - any ideas? FOLLOW-UP NOTE: I've done some research and as best I can tell these are RED CORAL TREES READ MORE:  La Jolla Real Estate - The Jewel on the San Diego Coastline 04/04/2010

This is one of a series titledOut & About San Diegowith Jim Frimmer,your Mission Valley Realtor.Read others in this seriesright here. ♪♫♫☺♫♫♪   Torrey Pines Gliderport, City of San Diego Historical Site #315, is located in beautiful La Jolla, California, and is surrounded on four sides by: University of California at San DiegoCan you imagine going to school here and spending time each day gliding on the winds rushing up the cliffs at the gliderport? Almost 30,000 students have the opportunity to do just that! Torrey Pines Municipal Golf CourseHosted the 2008 U. S. Open golf championship. Who could possibly forget Tiger Woods and Rocco Mediate playing 18 holes in a playoff and still being tied, thereby going into sudden death, which Tiger won? Just days later we found out that Tiger had... 04/02/2010