This is the Townhome you have been looking for in North Redondo!

2506 Clark Lane, Redondo Beach, CA., 90278

SOLD

This is a big, 2931 sq.ft townhome with 3 BR, 3.5 Bath, Loft for only $725,000. 

(Note: The 4th Bedroom was converted to a master bedroom closet and could be converted back)

My Most Recent Sale…

1800 Esplanade #A, Redondo Beach, CA 90277

I represented the buyer in this transaction that closed Feb. 13th, 2009.

Call me to help you buy or sell too. Jack McSweeney/ REMAX Palos Verdes Realty / 310 346-0391

Stimulus in regards to Housing

The legislation resets the conforming loan limit cap at $729,750, up from $625,500. Numerous counties in California experienced a marked decrease in their conforming loan and FHA limits on Jan. 1, and the stimulus bill reinstates 2008 loan limits through Dec. 31, 2009.

The bill also increases the first-time home buyer credit from $7,500 to $8,000, and removes the requirement that the credit be paid back if the buyer stays in the home for at least three years. It also extends the expiration date for the credit from July 1 to Dec. 1, 2009. Homebuyers must have purchased a home after Jan. 1, 2009, and before Dec. 1, 2009, to be eligible for the $8,000 credit.

Watch out for this Scam.

PROPERTY TAX REDUCTION SCAM ALERT
The Los Angeles County Assessor’s office is alerting homeowners that various private companies are sending mailings to property owners offering their services to pursue a reduction in the owner’s property taxes. The companies may charge hundreds of dollars to file for a reduction in value on behalf of the property owner. Some companies also are imposing late fees if the application is received after an arbitrary deadline. Solicitations from private companies offering to pursue a reduction in property taxes must clearly indicate that they are NOT a government agency and that their services are NOT approved or endorsed by any government agency. Failure to provide such notice is a violation of California law.

In 1978, California voters passed Proposition 8, a constitutional amendment that allows a temporary reduction in assessed value when a property suffers a “decline-in-value.” A decline-in-value occurs when the current market value of your property is less than the assessed value as of January 1. The assessed value is the value shown on a property owner’s most recent property tax bill. Typically, an application from the property owner is required to initiate a review of the property’s value by the Assessor.

Redondo Beach is making improvements.

There are good things happening in Redondo Beach. Some of the improvements have already been completed. Aviation park has been upgraded with improvements to the track, field and park areas. They also installed new synthetic turf, fencing and improved drainage and refurbished the men’s and women’s restrooms.

There has been a makeover at the intersection of PCH and Catalina Avenue too. Now when you drive into Redondo Beach from Pacific Coast Hwy you will see a new water feature and gateway for pedestrians and vehicles. At night the water feature changes color, some say too fast.

There are good plans to upgrade the south end of the Esplanade soon. They are talking about widening the sidewalk and adding “lookout” type seating. The City has already added a traffic circle (roundabout) where the Esplanade meets Calle Miramar, close to burnout beach. The Riviera village also got new signage, which looks very nice.

Real Estate Stats 12/23/08

Redondo Beach is divided into 2 area’s as far as real estate is concerned. You have South Redondo which is then subdivided into 3 more sections and North Redondo Beach which is subdivided into 4 more sections.

South Redondo Beach includes area’s 155 (North of Torrance Blvd), 156 (South of Torrance Blvd.) and 157 (South of PCH). There are currently 127 properties for sale, 34 single family homes and 93 condo’s and townhomes.

North Redondo Beach includes area’s 151 (Villas North), 152 (Villas South), 153 (El Nino) and 154 (Golden Hills). There are currently 90 properties for sale, 39 single family homes and 51 condo’s and townhomes.

You can see all the listings in Redondo Beach and the whole South Bay area anttime by going to http://SoBayCalMLS.com and then call me to see.

Something fun to do in Redondo Beach!

The 120-by-60 foot Ice Skating rink that was built at the Seaside Lagoon in Redondo Beach will have it’s Grand Opening tomorrow at 4pm. The address is 200 Portofino Way and will be open until 9:30 pm. It will cost $14 for adults and $12 for children for 1 1/2 hours, rental skates included. More info available at their website: http://seasideice.com

Back on the Market – Hollywood Riviera listing with a Redondo Beach address

This is a beautifully remodeled single family home adjacent to El Retiro Park.

It is back on the market now and offers 3 Bedrooms, 1.75 baths, Living Room, Family room and huge back yard. 140 Vista del Parque, Redondo Beach, CA., 90277. It is available at the reduced price of $975,000. 0ver 2300 sq.ft with 2 car garage. It will be open every Sunday until it sells. Please call me to make an appointment to see during the week. This is a very nice listing and the best deal in the Hollywood Riviera section.

Redondo Beach is proposing oversized vehicle ordinance.

Redondo Beach seems to be following the lead of Torrance and trying to come up with an ordinance to get Recreational vehicles, trailers and campers off the city streets.

Of course eveybody who owns one will be against it, naturally. Those of you that don’t own them will be all for a strict ordinance of some kind. To be totally up to date on this you should go to http://tinyurl.com/3pgbkq and read up on the current proposals and then leave your 2 cents on the webpage.

All I can tell you is that neighborhoods look better and are safer without those big oversized vehicles parked on the street! Now, go landscape that front yard that we will be able to see soon.

Real Estate Stats 9/5/08

Redondo Beach is divided into 2 area’s as far as real estate is concerned. You have South Redondo which is then subdivided into 3 more sections and North Redondo Beach which is subdivided into 4 more sections.

South Redondo Beach includes area’s 155 (North of Torrance Blvd), 156 (South of Torrance Blvd.) and 157 (South of PCH). There are currently 160 properties for sale, 47 single family homes and 113 condo’s and townhomes.

North Redondo Beach includes area’s 151 (Villas North), 152 (Villas South), 153 (El Nino) and 154 (Golden Hills). There are currently 128 properties for sale, 53 single family homes and 75 condo’s and townhomes.