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Featured New Home Builder 2007-07-02 11:19:49
Clayton Homes is a national, vertically integrated modular and manufactured housing company and sells the homes it builds through several retail brands. Through our family of brands, we build, sell, finance, lease, and insure a full spectrum of affordable pre-built new home and are the nation’s number one retailer of manufactured homes.
A modular or manufactured pre-built home is constructed to the same stringent site-built building codes and considered to be the same in the zoning and financing processes as ground up new construction. In a controlled environment, our materials avoid being damaged and the construction process continues year round, regardless of weather.
The materials are ordered in bulk leveraging homebuyers purchasing power, enabling substantial savings to be passed on to their customers. Clayton Homes commitment to excellence, innovation, and over 50 floor plans and models to select from, has made Clayton Homes Manufacturer of the year seven times.
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Pre-Construction New Home Buying Process 2007-06-29 10:40:06 There are typically four phases of purchasing a new home or condo in the early stages of planning and development: reservation agreement, right of recession period, contract for sale, and closing. Under reservation agreement, the buyers are required to put down a small deposit to reserve a particular unit or home. This deposit may or may not go into an interest bearing bank trust account. In any legitimate deal, the builder or developer does not have access to these funds. If you are counting on price appreciation, then obviously you would like your new home purchase to take as long as possible to build after your price is locked in. To fully understand the benefits of buying a new home the moment it’s released for sale, you need to understand the different stages of pre-construction home buying.
Phase 1: (First Release Purchasing Advantage) This is the stage where homebuyers are alerted of the builder’s first sales release, selects a pre-constructed home and is often re Read more:Buying
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Featured Coming Soon New Home Community 2007-06-27 11:59:04 Village Square - by SummerHill Homes Centrally-located in the Midtown area of San Jose, California Village Square newest coming soon community will offer 84 townhome-style condos and 11 live / work units. Six well-designed floorplans will offer two and three bedrooms in up to approximately 1,627 square feet. These brand new homes feature unique master bedroom suites, well-equipped kitchens, open living and dining rooms, attached garages and porches or decks, per residence.
This pre-built new home community is located close to Valley Fair and Santana Row for dining and shopping and also within walking distance of cafés. The rest of the Bay Area is within easy reach with convenient access to highways 280, 880 and 87. SummerHill’s homes are distinguished by their rich character, dramatic architectural styling, and exceptional attention to detail. A tradition of innovative designs and well-planned neighborhoods has created satisfied homeowners since 1976. To be amongst one of the Read more:Featured
Should I wait to sell my house until I can get the same price my neighbor sold their house for? 2007-06-26 09:36:32 Answer: No. It’s always better to trade up in a buyer’s market, like the one we are in now. While the value of your house has fallen, the price
of higher-end homes has also dropped. Your home value is now down 10 percent to $270,000. But don’t forget that in today’s buyer’s market, higher priced homes are also dropping in price.
But for argument’s sake, let’s say that a $500,000 move-up home has also dropped 10 percent in value and now sells at $450,000. If you sold your home today for $270,000 and purchased the larger house for $450,000, the difference in price would be $180,000.
But if you waited to recoup the 10 percent value on your home and sold it at $300,000, chances are that same move-up home would also move up in price to at least $500,000. That’s a $200,000 price difference between the two homes. So by selling today, you would actually save $20,000. And most likely, by jumping into the market today your savings would be even greater because consumers have much
Why Purchase a Pre-Constructed New Home? 2007-06-25 10:36:44 Many people hear about buying brand new homes in the pre-construction phase of development and having their home value increase in the first few years. These stories usually involve someone “getting in” during the early phases of development when the builders offer good incentives and competitive pricing. We have found that pre-construction purchasing is the best way for people to own or invest in a new home or condo (reserving a price in the market), but also postpone their closing date until the new home is completed (giving them time to sell their current house, save for additional down payment, or find a competitive lender). Along the same lines, most builders only require the buyer to put down a small amount (anywhere from $1,000-18,000 depending on price of house) upfront. After making this payment, one does not pay any more until additional milestones are met, the new home is built, or they close on it. So, if you are still making mortgage payments on your existing Read more:Purchase
Just Released New Home Community 2007-06-22 09:31:50
Suisun City, Calif. – Just in time for summer, O’Brien Homes’ highly anticipated new Summerwood Community has just released its newest development in Suisun City. With its beautifully designed homes starting in just the high $300,000s, Summerwood is destined to delight today’s buyers. Perfectly situated between Sacramento and all the major business hubs of the East Bay and San Francisco, these single-family homes situated with courtyard-style access will showcase smart and functional interior space with the utmost in style and everyday comfort a top priority. And the best feature—Summerwood offers five distinctively designed floor plans to choose from so you and your family can find the one that is just right for you. This community offeres new home buyers two-story interiors that will measure approximately 1,684 to 2,155 square feet with up to four bedrooms and two and one-half baths. With each home set intimately around a shared courtyard. Locate other coming s Read more:New Home
As a first-time buyer, should I wait until prices go lower to buy a new home? 2007-06-21 20:36:14 Answer: No. If you continue to wait, you may never be able to afford to get into the housing market. Even as home prices are currently moderating – or even falling in some areas – rents continue to climb. The best way to build household wealth is to own a home. Once you become a home owner, you are able to take advantage of the generous tax deductions that homeownership offers, and you begin to build equity in your property. As your property builds in equity, you can use those gains to sell your starter home and afford to move into a bigger house.
With so many homes on the market to choose from, your best strategy may be to scale back expectations for your dream starter-home. Instead of trying to buy a 2,000 square foot home, consider shopping for a 1,500 square foot home. Remember, the sooner you make the jump from renter to home owner, the quicker you begin to create and build up wealth for your family. After a few years, you will be able to leverage this investment and buy a lar
Just Released New Home Community 2007-07-06 12:16:47
Welcome to Woodbridge - Fremont, CA -SummerHill Homes’ newest community of 41 beautifully-crafted new condominium homes perfectly situated in the Fremont historic Centerville district. Woodbridge promises great living with gorgeous architecture and a wealth of desirable features. Surrounded by lushly landscaped pathways, Woodbridge’s eight buildings are enhanced by Artisan-style architecture featuring beautiful wood and stone detailing. Four well-designed floorplans offer a welcome selection of home styles and sizes. Homes boast open living areas, spacious master suites, decks, porches, and a host of additional features, per residence. Granite tile kitchen counters, stainless steel appliances, attached garages, and included air conditioning are just some of the amenities that set the homes of Woodbridge apart from other communities. SummerHill’s homes are distinguished by their rich character, dramatic architectural styling, and exceptional attention to detail. A t Read more:New Home
8 Reasons to Buy Real Estate 2007-07-05 11:40:34 If you’re like most first-time home buyers, you’ve probably listened to friends’, family’s and coworkers’ advice, many of whom are encouraging you to buy a home. However, you may still wonder if buying a home is the right thing to do. Relax. Having reservations is normal. The more you know about why you should buy a home, the less scary the entire process will appear to you. Here are eight good reasons why you should buy a home.
Pride of Ownership
Pride of ownership is the number one reason why people yearn to own their home or condo. It means you can paint the walls any color you desire, turn up the volume on your CD player, attach permanent fixtures and decorate your home according to your own taste. Home ownership gives you and your family a sense of stability and security. It’s making an investment in your future.
Appreciation
Although pre-construction real estate moves in cycles, sometimes up, sometimes down, over the years, real estate has co Read more:Estate
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The Real Reason We Celebrate America. It’s Not the Food, the Parades, or the Fireworks. 2007-07-04 09:06:31 July 4th, 1776 - The colonists of the original thirteen colonies are weary, bone weary. They’ve been under the subjugation of Britain for years. They have to live in fear of the British soldiers; they are under the rule of King George III. They have to abide by laws that have been enacted (which are blatently unfair to them), and have to pay taxes; the British seem to be getting richer, while they are getting poorer. They’ve decided to do something about it.
This is the day that they adopt the Declaration of Independence, which will allow them to finally break from the rule of Britain, and will allow them to have their own government. The colonists are tired of the British, and they decide they are not going to be pushed around any more. This Declaration states that a government should be run by the wishes of the people and for the people. If this doesn’t happen, the people have the right to revolt. This means FREEDOM for the United States of America
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Is Real Estate Still the Best Investment? 2007-07-03 11:57:45 Not if most americans can have their way. Hopefully perception is reality as Americans are confident their homes are retaining, even gaining, value, according to a nationwide telephone survey conducted this month by The Boston Consulting Group (BCG). In fact, Americans are nearly as optimistic now about the rising value of their homes as they were a year ago, according to the research.
According to the survey:
• 55% of Americans say their home would sell for more money now than it would have a year ago. (Last summer, 59% of American homeowners felt that way.)
• 85% of Americans believe their house will be worth more five years from now than it is today.
• Nearly three-quarters (74%) of homeowners say they’re confident they could sell their home within the next six months at a price they think it’s worth.
• The majority - 63% - of Americans think real estate is a good or excellent investment.
• 76% of Americans say the current real estate market has no impact on how they Read more:Best Investment
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Advantages of Purchasing a Brand New Home Vs. an Existing or Older Home: 2007-07-09 14:24:07 There are, of course, some definite advantages to buying a brand-new home, as opposed to an existing or older home:
1. One example is that brand new homes are one of the easiest ways for first time home buyers to get onto the property ladder and start generating substantial equity over those first few years.
2. Pride inherent in being the first owner of a brand new home or condo which is an expression of your decisions on community location, options, decorating, style and landscaping.
3. You don’t have to worry about replacing old carpeting and counter tops as well as aging appliances and roofs. You select the floor plan, appliances, window treatment and flooring.
4. Today’s brand new homes and condos are being wired to take full advantage of the latest communication, security, home office and entertainment technologies.
5. New homes often sell at higher resale values then older homes and carry better warranties. Builders today are subject to more stringent disclosure stan Read more:Advantages
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Featured Coming Soon New Home Community 2007-07-13 14:39:51
Belmont Terrace in Martinez, California is expected to open its sales information center in spring ‘07. O’Brien Homes’ new home community, Belmont Terrace builds on a rich heritage of distinctive architecture and style offering homebuyers a delightful courtyard community in the heart of Martinez. Belmont Terrace is the ideal setting for work, play and growth, introducing a new era of peace and well-being to your way of life. Featuring three uncompromising floor plans each meticulously designed to maximize your valued living space. Belmont Terrace offers uncommon style, comfort, and privacy in a refreshing courtyard setting.
These two-story single family detached homes offer approximately 1,497 to 1,684 square feet of living space with three bedrooms, two and one-half baths, two-car garages and the many thoughtful touches that make a new house feel like home. Shared central courtyard spaces enhance this light, open environment and offer a unique neighborly a Read more:Featured
What is a Condo-Hotel? 2007-07-12 12:58:54 By Joel Greene
1. What is a condo hotel or condotel?
Think of a condo hotel (also sometimes called a condotel or hotel condo) as buying a condominium, although one that is part of a four-star caliber hotel. Therefore, as an owner, when you are on vacation, you’ll get the benefit of more four-star services and amenities than you’d get in a typical condominium.
2. What types of services and amenities are found in condo hotels?
If you can imagine the niceties you’d find in an upscale hotel, then you can picture a condo hotel. Among the features are often resort-style pools, full-service spas, state-of-the-art fitness centers, fine dining restaurants, concierge services and room service.
In some locations, like Las Vegas, you’ll find condo hotels with their own casinos, retail areas, and entertainment venues. In places like Orlando, you’ll find condo hotels with their own water parks and convention facilities.
3. What is the difference between a condo hotel and a traditiona Read more:Condo
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Get the First Release New Home Advantage 2007-07-11 09:35:05 The biggest advantage of utilizing the services of FirstRelease
Homes is that homebuyers are alerted the moment new home communities are initially released for sale. Purchasing a new home the moment it’s available for sale is an innovative real estate investment process in which you can buy tomorrow’s completed new home or condo at today’s lower price. Simply locate a coming soon community you are interested in, add it to your first release alerts and your one step closer to purchasing a new home or condo in the first release.
Before new homes in your selected community are released for sale, you will receive a First Release Alert with inside information and details on how to take advantage of purchasing your new home or condo. As a subscribing member, you can also select a city of interest and receive e-mail alerts the moment pre built new home communities are released for sale in your selected cities. Simply identify a city you want to live in, invest in, or reloca Read more:Advantage
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Just Released New Luxury Homes 2007-07-10 11:56:46
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in Wilmington, North Carolina, this just released Craftsman Luxury
style home on the 8th hole of Landfall’s Nicklaus Pines Course is a perfect place to start a family, entertain your guests or retire in comfort. This 5 bedroom, 4 1/2 bath home is over 4400 square feet, contains ample storage and a private guest suite. Nestled across the street from a protected conservancy, this lot offers unobstructed views of both the fairway and the green. Its large open floor plan is most appreciated in the kitchen. Your chef will enjoy a Wolf appliance package with a breakfast nook and sitting area. This is a perfect setting for cooking while interacting with guests.
Some other designer features of this new home include: 10 ft ceilings on the first floor, 9 ft ceilings on the second floor. 4″ white oak hardwoods. Coffered ceiling in study with 18 lite French doors. 4 bedroom 4 1/2 bath, with private guest suite. Designer pendants in kitchen. Large laundry room with sink. Cu
What is a FICO Score and Why Should I Care? 2007-07-16 10:53:15 Before you start your brand new home or condo search. One of the best things you can do is look at your credit or FICO score. Most lenders rely on a credit score – called a “FICO score” – to determine a new home buyer’s credit worthiness when applying for a pre-approval or mortgage for the purchase of a new home or condo.
Your FICO score or credit score may determine your ability to get pre-approved prior to the initial sales release and determine the interest rate and loan program you are likely to be offered from a lender prior to the completion of your pre built new home or upon close of escrow. Taking this simple step prior to considering a new home purchase will save you time, stress and possibly thousands of dollars over the life of the loan.
To learn more about your credit score and to order a copy of your FICO score from one or all three credit bureaus – Equifax, Trans-Union and Experian, click here.
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Just Released Condo Hotel Community 2007-07-20 09:18:38
Koloa Landing located in Hawaii - is Poipu’s first ocean side condo hotel resort community in the last 20 years. Spread across 25 acres, it has hotel-like amenities and services, with 129 large two-, three- and four-bedroom resort condominiums. It will feature unique water elements like cascading streams, four lagoon-type pools with rock islands, waterfalls, a swim through grotto/cave and waterslide. Custom finishes such as natural wood doors, moldings and baseboards throughout, and natural stone and wood flooring that flow out to the lanai will be crafted within the condo hotels. Floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall glass patio doors will open to magnificent views.
Koloa Landing will only be offered through an Exclusive Priority Reservation Program. Registrants will receive a Preview Kit with sample floor plans and amenities lists. Registrants will also qualify for these exclusive privileges: * Priority invitation to the Koloa Landing VIP Event, * Reserved appointment at the Koloa Land Read more:Condo
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Benefits of Purchasing Pre-Construction Real Estate 2007-07-19 13:19:35 Many people hear about buying property in the pre-construction phase of development and getting a great deal. These stories usually involve someone “getting in” during the early stages of planning and development. Below is a list of the benefits on purchasing pre-built new homes or condos well in advance of construction and close of escrow:
1. Lock in today’s pre-construction price for your future completed home. Builders often offer good incentives and competitive pricing in the early stages of development.
2. More time to plan, save for your down payment, and comparison shop for the best mortgage rate and loan program that fits your lifestyle and budget.
3. Getting in early, often affords new home buyers the first choice and selection of their desired home, floor plan, view and location of home within the community.
4. More control during the buying process with a more predictable outcome free from the highest bidder or back and forth negotiations.
5. Opportunity to customi Read more:Benefits
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Purchasing Investment Property Using Your 401k 2007-07-23 15:50:09 Did you know that you can use your IRA to invest in real estate and get a loan? A self directed IRA can buy raw land, commercial property, condo hotels, residential (e.g., rental) property, real estate options, as well as extend loans (e.g., first and second mortgages), secured by real estate with your IRA, to unrelated parties.
As discussed above, your IRA can buy a brand new home or condo that you would simply rent to tenants through leveraging, provided the loan is not guaranteed by the IRA owner (or any other disqualified person) and that the IRA has enough liquidity to support the mortgage and expenses. Generally, most custodians will have limits on the amount of leverage they will permit. Also, as previously mentioned, leveraging can result in income taxes on UDFI that must be paid by the IRA. Generally, these taxes are higher than would be paid on income generated from a property that you buy and finance personally. In addition, the UDFI taxes must be paid from funds from the Read more:Purchasing
Coming Soon New Home Community 2007-07-25 18:14:06 At Heritage Oak be who you want to be, do what you want to do, and live where you want to live. Heritage Oaks is one of the friendly new neighborhoods in the master-planned community of Rosedale in Azusa offered by Fieldstone. Fieldstone Communities and their principals have won numerous awards, including Professional Builder Magazine’s Builder of the Year Award, the National Housing Quality Award, and the Accenture Company’s Best Practices Award. Located in the heart of Rosedale, Heritage Oaks home owners will enjoy plenty of amenities for family fun with parks, trails, a 2.1-acre community recreation center, a proposed state-of-the-art K-8 school and much more, all surrounded by acres of permanently preserved natural hillsides. Heritage Oaks features four beautiful two-story floor plans expanding from 2,859 to 3,307 square feet of lavish living space with four to six bedrooms. Sign up Today and be the First to Choose!
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Why Should I Consider Purchasing a New Home or Condo in the First Release? 2007-07-24 12:44:51 Purchasing a brand new home or condominium the moment it’s available for sale is an innovative real estate investment process that often allows home buyers and investors the ability to purchase tomorrow’s completed new home at today’s lower pre-construction price.
How it works
When you sign up with FirstRelease
Homes, before new home communities are released to the general public for sale, you will receive an e-mail alert with inside up-to-the-minute information and have direct access to the builder or one of our new home specialists, increasing your chances of purchasing a new home or condo in the First Release!
Why it works
It is a commonly held notion that real estate is one of the most stable and lucrative ways to invest. One of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to purchase a new home or investment property today is getting in on the ground floor of a new home community or development. Pre-construction home buying is an effective strategy for the fo Read more:Condo
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Just Released New Home Community 2007-07-27 12:17:45 Welcome to Eight Orchids, luxury condominiums located at the gateway to Oakland’s dynamic Chinatown. Eight Orchids, a European - style high - rise, fuses chic, contemporary design with elegant Asian-inspired motifs. With exquisite views of the San Francisco Bay and city lights, Eight Orchids offers all the modern conveniences you would expect in a premier new home. At the center of it all, Eight Orchids new home residents will enjoy the offerings of Chinatown markets, restaurants and bakeries as well as the close proximity to Jack London Square, Lake Merritt and Oakland’s City Center. Enjoy fresh seafood, produce and pastries at local markets. Take a stroll around Lake Merritt. Shop at Pacific Renaissance Plaza, home to two stories of shops, a quiet courtyard, restaurants and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center, the largest and most modern facility of its kind in North America. There is always something to do or see in Oakland, and with Eight Orchids at the center of it all, you won Read more:New Home
Just Released New Home Community 2007-07-31 12:16:16
Introducing Fieldstone’s newest community in North San Diego County. Pienza at 4S Ranch is a community of endless discovery and adventure where kids and parents can relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. Located west of the I-15 in San Diego’s North County, homeowners will enjoy plenty of amenities for the entire family with 10 miles of hiking and biking trails, two neighborhood parks and 634-acre 4S Business Park makes Pienza the perfect new home community for the entire family. Pienza at 4S Ranch offers new homeowners three beautiful two-story floor plans expanding from 2,901 to3,365 square feet of lavish living space with four to six bedrooms. Fieldstone Builders and their principals have won numerous awards, including Professional Builder Magazine’s Builder of the Year Award, the National Housing Quality Award, and the Accenture Company’s Best Practices Award. For more information on Fieldstone Builder or to view other communities offered by this builder click Read more:New Home
What is an Active Adult Community? 2007-07-30 10:33:12 An active adult community, or an active community is a generic term that usually refers to a community of people who are primarily between the ages of 50 and 75. ActiveAdult
Communities are broad in their range and vary widely in what they offer to the adults who take part in the community. Usually the housing is part of a gated community of retired adults. Security is very often provided by virtue of guards at the gate or failing that, patrolling security in the area to provide for safety.
In this type adult community of course, there are not age restrictions on who can and cannot live within the community, although they are primarily comprised of senior citizens and retirees, they may be intermingled with young families. There are several types of planned retirement communities, among them housing units with no long term or short term health care available. These are more commonly known as active adult communities. Housing offered in conjunction with both long term medical assis Read more:Active Adult
The Ultimate Vacation Home 2007-08-01 17:09:07 Condo Hotels, the UltimateVacation
Home. You’ve heard of condo hotels, but you may not know exactly what they are. More importantly, are they right for you? Here’s what you should know to decide: Condo hotels units are luxuriously - furnished condominium suites in some of the most famous hotels and resorts in the country.
The properties are usually large, high-rise, four- or five-star hotels operated by the biggest brands in the hospitality field like Four Seasons, Ritz-Carlton, Sonesta, Starwood, Hilton, Trump and Hyatt. They offer fantastic amenities, ranging from full-service spas and gourmet restaurants to infinity pools and personal concierge services.
Owners can enjoy use of their condos when they’d like and place them in a rental program when they’re not there. The revenue the unit generates helps offset the costs of ownership.
Best of all, the hotel management company handles all maintenance and operational issues. It’s a 100% hassle-free vacation
Featured New Home Builder 2007-08-08 11:24:10
Sharing a strong commitment to the values of integrity, teamwork and excellence, companies within The Fieldstone Group of Companies (Fieldstone) have been building quality new homes in California, Utah and Texas since 1981. With offices in Newport Beach, Irvine, Santa Clarita, Murrieta and San Diego, California, Salt Lake City, Utah, and San Antonio, Texas, Fieldstone has built more than 20,000 homes.
Fieldstone’s ongoing commitment starts with their attention to details and the quality that they build into every Fieldstone home. It continues in the service and follow-up thier team delivers long after the sale. The results are brand new homes and communities that capture the visions of homeowners, earn the admiration of the building industry and inspire families to come back to us for their second and even third homes.
Fieldstone and their principals have won numerous awards, including Professional Builder
Magazine’s Builder of the Year Award, the National Housing Qual Read more:Featured
Coming Soon Condos 2007-08-06 12:31:55 It seems that there is an endless market for new residences, and the market continues to expand both outward and upward. Any newspaper that you pick up on any given day will tell you of larger and greater developments of major proportions in nearly every larger city in America. Many are taking place currently in Florida and more still in states such as Arizona who offer the warm weather and entertainment that will bid welcome to retirees and younger people alike.
New condominiums will account for several hundred million dollars in housing this year and prebuilt condos are responsible for nearly all of that. A coming soon condo can be found in any city in any state in the United States and in some cities abroad. Brand new condos are easily cared for, with most having minimal if any at all lawn care, or housing maintenance costs. This is a boost for a middle aged or elderly couple who have no desire to be maintaining a home during retirement. Many retirement aged consumers as wel Read more:Coming Soon
Featured New Home Community 2007-08-10 18:18:37
Descanso offering home buyers 360 degree views. 365 days a year in Baja. You can also find closeness with the United States, mainly the city of San Diego, which gives Descanso a prime location for relaxation and enjoyment, conveniently located near golf courses, prestigious Baja California wineries, the popular beach areas of Rosarito and Ensenada, vibrant Tijuana and the U.S. border. A great escape to your own private rooftop terrace awaits.
Descanso has a privileged location, as it is right on the zone known as “El Descanso” recognized for being one of the most beautiful places in the area, with beautiful ocean views, dunes and green gullies. Besides it’s natural beauty, there’s a historic side to it, it’s precisely in this area where one of the oldest missions is found: located a few yards from the development and honored by its historic value. Descanso, invites you to escape to the scenic beauty of Baja California with 2 bedroom, detached single-story homes. Take it a Read more:Featured
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