“After the passing of loved ones, Amy helped my family sell multiple properties at very stressful times. She is always calm, pleasant, respectful and most of all she knows real estate. Amy was there from start to finish, letting me know the most effective ways to get the property ready for sale and how to get the highest offer possible. She is also quick to respond to any questions, and made a daunting task easy and manageable.”
Helen Zeiher
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MEET Amy Saflar
After two and a half decades of real estate experience, it’s no surprise that Amy Saflar is in the Top 2% of Coldwell Banker agents worldwide. Her undergraduate studies at UC Santa Barbara, coupled with her Masters in Social Work from San Diego State University, allows Amy to focus on each client’s unique circumstances and needs. Herloveofnumbersandabilityto analyze market data and trends, assures that Amy’s clients receive topdollarfortheirsales
Early in Amy’s career, she became a Real Estate Broker. This allowed her to explore property management and become an expert in the 1031 exchange process. Amy put her passion for education to good use, by obtaining her Graduate Realtor Institute Designation, as well as becoming a Seniors Real Estate Specialist. This created an extended skill set that serves clients who have trusts and estates. When clients have lost family members,
Amy’s education supports her client’s emotional turmoil, while still helping them move through the selling process.
A unique element to Amy’s business model is that over 90% of her business comes from referrals or repeat clients. This means that her clients are so pleased with their results, they naturally refer everyone they know and return to use her service again and again. Amy takes the time to make each client feel like they are her only one.
To learn more about Amy Saflar, visit www.Saflar.com.
have worked with several real estate agents in the past 35 years, but I have never worked with anyone as perfect as Amy! She knows the business of real estate backwards forwards and how to get the best deal possible. She explains every step and detail you know exactly what’s happening. Her strategy for getting the best price for my was spot on and she made the entire process enjoyable. I will never buy or sell a of property without having Amy as my agent! She’s the BEST!”
David Milroy
“I had the opportunity to work with Amy in selling my family estate. She knew the market well and applied her extensive expertise in residential real estate to make for a rapid and flawless sale. Unbelievable attention to detail in making this sale attractive to buyers but also, in all of the pre and postsale events. Highly recommended broker who not only has a wealth of experience but can understand seller’s objectives and then without delay, make them happen!”
Howard Kotler
“Amy was truly dedicated and professional as she successfully marketed, negotiated the sale of two of my properties. She patiently answered my many questions and guided me through the complexities and even emotions of selling my home and rental. I truly appreciated never feeling pressured. Her commission was well earned. I would not hesitate to hire Amy again if ever needed.”
Yolaine Stout
Guiding You
IMPERIAL
JACUMBA
JAMUL
JULIAN
LA JOLLA
LA MESA
LAKESIDE
LEMON GROVE
LINDA VISTA
MISSION HILLS
MISSION VALLEY
NORMAL HEIGHTS
NORTH PARK
OCEAN BEACH
OTAY MESA
PALM DESERT
PALM SPRINGS
PARADISE HILLS
POINT LOMA
RANCHO BERNARDO
SAN CARLOS
SANTEE
SPRING VALLEY
TIERRASANTA
UNIVERSITY CITY
WALNUT CREEK
OCEANSIDE
ALPINE
1852 SCENIC VIEW PLACE
4 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,936 ESF
$1,260,000
MLS# PTP2404384
ALPINE
2620 BIG WAGON ROAD
4 BR | 3 BA | 2,348 ESF
$1,250,000
MLS# 240016636
BONITA
2857 VIA DEL ALLAZON
4 BR | 3 BA | 2,632 ESF
$1,885,000
MLS# PTP2402869
BONITA
6572 SAN MIGUEL ROAD
4 BR | 3.5 BA | 3,907 ESF
$1,499,900 - $1,699,900
MLS# PTP2403389
BONITA
459 CAMINO ELEVADO
5 BR | 3 BA | 2,948 ESF
$1,399,900 - $1,499,900
MLS# PTP2404032
BONITA
1553 COUNTRY VISTAS LANE
5 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,818 ESF
$1,349,000 - $1,399,900
MLS# PTP2404377
BONITA
5636 GALLOPING WAY
3 BR | 2 BA | 2,107 ESF
$1,300,000
MLS# PTP2404323
BONSALL
30270 MONTRACHET STREET
4 BR | 6 BA | 5,618 ESF
$2,165,000
MLS# 230023915
CARDIFF
1828 DORA DRIVE
6 BR | 4.5 BA | 3,562 ESF
$3,785,000
MLS# NDP2406075
CARLSBAD
7531 MAGELLAN STREET
4 BR | 3 BA | 3,000 ESF
$2,650,000
MLS# NDP2405682
CARLSBAD
7141 SITIO CORAZON
4 BR + 1 OPTIONAL | 4.5 BA | 3,563 ESF
$2,350,000
MLS# 240017068
CARLSBAD
2016 SALIENTE WAY
4 BR | 3 BA | 3,069 ESF
$2,199,000
MLS# NDP2406615
CARMEL VALLEY
5252 AVENIDA CANTARIA
4 BR | 3 BA | 2,842 ESF
$2,650,000
MLS# NDP2406108
CHULA VISTA
415 HILLTOP DRIVE
4 BR | 5 BA | 5,067 ESF
$2,399,900 - $2,499,900
MLS# PTP2305399
CHULA VISTA
1125 JOSHUA CREEK PLACE
4 BR | 3.5 BA | 3,005 ESF
$1,369,000 - $1,399,000
MLS# PTP2404265
CHULA VISTA
1288 SILVER HAWK WAY
5 BR | 4 BA | 3,462 ESF
$1,350,000
MLS# PTP2402894
CHULA VISTA
1252 INDIAN CREEK
4 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,906 ESF
$1,169,000
MLS# PTP2402255
CHULA VISTA
1226 BARTON PEAK
4 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,980 ESF
$979,000
MLS# PTP2403898
CORONADO
3 THE POINT
7 BR | 8 FULL & 3 HALF BA | 11,715 ESF
$43,000,000
MLS# SW23197501
CORONADO
823 I AVENUE
4 BR | 3.5 BA | 2,900 ESF
$4,975,000
MLS# 240015558
CORONADO
269 EL CHICO LANE
4 BR | 3 BA | 2,104 ESF
$2,695,000
MLS# PTP2404269
DEL CERRO
6215 CAMINITO PLATA
5 BR | 6 FULL & 3 HALF BA | 6,209 ESF
$3,400,000
MLS# PTP2403695
DEL CERRO
6610 DWANE AVENUE
4 BR | 3 BA | 2,878 ESF
$1,649,000
MLS# PTP2403991
EL CAJON
198 CROYDON LANE
5 BR | 3 BA | 2,162 ESF
$1,050,000
MLS# PTP2402152
ENCINITAS
1669 BURGUNDY ROAD
6 BR | 3 FULL & 2 HALF BA | 5,424 ESF
$5,495,000
MLS# NDP2404432
ENCINITAS
194 NEPTUNE AVENUE
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,282 ESF
$2,975,000
MLS# NDP2402656
ESCONDIDO
10138 SAGE HILL WAY
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,920 ESF
$999,000 - $1,099,000
MLS# NDP2405490
FALLBROOK
246 YUCCA ROAD
5 BR | 4.5 BA | 3,787 ESF
$2,150,000 MLS# NDP2405753
GOLDEN HILL
832 24TH STREET
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,487 ESF
$1,295,000 MLS# 240017369
GOLDEN HILL
1075 32ND STREET #17
3 BR | 3.5 BA | 1,600 ESF
$1,099,000 MLS# 240017299
HILLCREST
3649 6TH AVENUE
3 BR | 3.5 BA | 1,790 ESF
$1,329,999
MLS# PTP2403413
JAMUL
3307 WENTWORTH DRIVE
5 BR + 3 OPTIONAL
6 FULL & 2 HALF BA | 7,373 ESF
$4,595,000
MLS# 240015305
JAMUL
2340 MOUNT ELENA WAY
3 BR | 3 BA | 2,438 ESF
$1,250,000
MLS# PTP2403886
JULIAN
1473 HOLLOW GLEN ROAD
4 BR | 3 FULL & 2 HALF BA | 3,538 ESF
$1,250,000 - $1,300,000 MLS# PTP2401783
JULIAN
4641 LUNETA VIEW
3 BR | 2 BA | 3,006 ESF
$995,000
MLS# 240017588
LA MESA
9216 BRIER ROAD
4 BR | 3 BA | 2,698 ESF
$1,250,000 - $1,400,000 MLS# NDP2405014
823 I AVENUE CORONADO, CA 92118
4 BR, 3.5 BA | 2,900 ESF | Listed at $4,975,000
Gorgeous and impeccably maintained beach quadrant home! Nestled on one of Coronado Island’s most coveted blocks, just a short distance from the beach, this coastal craftsman home, meticulously crafted from architect Christian Rice’s plans, blends seaside charm with modern luxury. A welcoming front porch leads through French doors into the bright, open living area featuring elegant touches like wainscoting, recessed ceilings, and hardwood floors. The dining room, graced with a distinctive Arteriors chandelier, flows seamlessly into the chef’s kitchen equipped with top-tier appliances, including a Sub-Zero fridge and a Wolf gas range with double ovens. The spacious kitchen island with leathered quartzite is perfect for entertaining, complemented by a coffee/bar area with
Sub-Zero beverage drawers and a Scotsman pebble ice maker. La Cantina bi-fold doors extend the living space to the outdoor 400-sq.ft. covered patio with builtin infrared heaters and a brick fireplace, making it ideal for year-round al-fresco dining. The primary bedroom boasts vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, and a spalike bathroom with marble countertops, freestanding bathtub, and a spacious walk-in shower. Additional bedrooms feature high vaulted ceilings, walk-in closets, and designer finishes. On the lower level, you will find a sizable family room with built-in media cabinetry, offering a relaxing retreat, alongside a serene fourth bedroom, full bathroom with walk-in shower, and a convenient laundry room. The two-car garage is accessible via the alley with ample attic space for extra storage.
LA MESA
4380 STANFORD PLACE
3 BR + 1 OPTIONAL | 2.5 BA | 1,691 ESF
$989,000
MLS# 240016007
MISSION BEACH
731 YARMOUTH COURT
3 BR | 3 BA | 1,411 ESF
$2,799,000
MLS# 240014588
MISSION HILLS
845 FORT STOCKTON DRIVE #105
3 BR | 3 BA | 2,671 ESF
$1,850,000
MLS# 240010102
MURRIETA
35132 INDIAN GRASS DRIVE
4 BR | 3 BA | 2,955 ESF
$749,000 - $789,000
MLS# PTP2403507
NORTH PARK
2720 GREGORY STREET
3 BR | 3 BA | 1,844 ESF
$1,695,000
MLS# 240012867
NORTH PARK
3735 31ST STREET
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,473 ESF
$1,279,000
MLS# 240015445
OCEAN BEACH
4537 NEWPORT AVENUE
4 BR + 1 OPTIONAL | 3.5 BA | 2,465 ESF
$2,790,000
MLS# 240014619
OCEAN BEACH
4138 CATALINA PLACE
4 BR | 3 BA | 1,860 ESF
$1,985,000
MLS# 240015497
OCEAN BEACH/ SUNSET CLIFFS
1453 SUNSET CLIFFS BOULEVARD
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,549 ESF
$1,999,999
MLS# 240016797
PACIFIC BEACH
5234 VICKIE DRIVE
3 BR + 1 OPTIONAL | 3 BA | 2,204 ESF
$2,750,000
MLS# 240016074
POINT LOMA
690 GAGE DRIVE
4 BR + 1 OPTIONAL | 3 BA | 2,661 ESF
$3,895,000
MLS# 240017006
POINT LOMA
3631 OLEANDER DRIVE
4 BR | 3.5 BA | 2,266 ESF
$2,450,000
MLS# 240016440
POINT LOMA
3951 ATASCADERO DRIVE
5 BR | 4 BA | 2,757 ESF
$1,975,000
MLS# 240013884
POINT LOMA
3219 MADRID STREET
4 BR | 2 BA | 1,854 ESF
$1,575,000
MLS# 240017148
POWAY
18810 OLYMPIC POINT
7 BR | 8.5 BA | 10,527 ESF
$4,995,000
MLS# PTP2402313
RAMONA
20194 DEERBEN ROAD
4 BR | 4.5 BA | 3,591 ESF
$1,575,000
MLS# PTP2403584
RANCHO BERNARDO
17881 CORTE EMPARRADO
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,909 ESF
$1,150,000 - $1,200,000
MLS# 240016579
12618 STELLA LANE
5 BR | 3 BA | 3,026 ESF
$2,195,000
MLS# 240014049
RANCHO PENASQUITOS
RANCHO SANTA FE
16715 CAMINO SIERRA DEL SUR
8 BR + 2 OPTIONAL
11 FULL & 3 HALF BA | 16,322 ESF
$15,995,000
MLS# 230020749
RANCHO SANTA FE
7809 COCONUT GROVE COURT
5 BR | 6.5 BA | 8,021 ESF
$5,599,999
MLS# PTP2401518
SANTALUZ
8022 ENTRADA DE LUZ EAST
5 BR | 5 FULL & 2 HALF BA | 7,233 ESF
$8,950,000
MLS# 240004341
SCRIPPS RANCH
15623 VIA SANTA PRADERA
5 BR | 5.5 BA | 4,968 ESF
$3,150,000 - $3,290,000
MLS# 240009014
SCRIPPS RANCH
14410 WHISPERING RIDGE ROAD
5 BR | 4.5 BA | 4,993 ESF
$2,699,900
MLS# PTP2404255
SOLANA BEACH
228 N HELIX AVENUE
4 BR | 4 FULL & 2 HALF BA | 4,295 ESF
$2,900,000
MLS# NDP2405934
SPRING VALLEY
3049 MILLAR RANCH ROAD
5 BR | 3 BA | 4,019 ESF
$1,599,000
MLS# PTP2403649
VALLEY CENTER
14440 RIDGE RANCH ROAD
4 BR + 1 OPTIONAL | 5.5 BA | 5,839 ESF
$3,200,000
MLS# 240015070
VALLEY CENTER
29738 ROBLE VERDE
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 3,024 ESF
$1,249,900 - $1,299,900
MLS# PTP2404256
VALLEY CENTER
12681 LONESOME OAK WAY
4 BR | 3.5 BA | 3,550 ESF
$1,279,000
MLS# NDP2403823
VALLEY CENTER
31013 N SADDLEBACK ROAD
3 BR | 3.5 BA | 2,454 ESF
$899,000
MLS# NDP2405469
WARNER SPRINGS
26658 SAN FELIPE ROAD
4 BR | 3.5 BA | 3,500 ESF
$1,999,990
MLS# PTP2403900
Yabu Pushelberg Design
Photo credit: Jeff Henrikson
George Yabu and Glenn Pushelberg founded a design studio back in 1980 that focused on interior design but has since transformed into much more. With an emphasis on mood, function, and overcoming challenges, the studio now designs everything from places and experiences to products and goods. These designs are meant to elevate where we live, love, eat, work, and play.
“Design is a compact word for possibility,” says Pushelberg. From experience working on hotels, resorts, restaurants, landscapes, and more, the team believes that problem-solving obstacles are an opportunity for creative solutions and the possibilities are truly endless.
The design duo fell into place after both growing up in Canada and attending Ryerson University in downtown Toronto, which has since been renamed Toronto Metropolitan University. The pair commented, “School is where we met, but we didn’t connect until after graduating and we were both on the hunt for studio space. We ran into one another on the street and decided to share one to cut costs.”
The cosmic twist brought about co-founding Yabu Pushelberg Design, a combination of their two last names, which has since gained a sound reputation for creating authentic designs that go beyond looks. “Our
work stems from thinking about the shared emotions people experience,” explains Yabu. “Conceptualization begins with a mood or attitude that we create in dialogue with the world. The reason we practice design is to make life look and feel more effortless for individuals.”
How a person feels entering a space can carry a lot of weight in terms of function as well as aesthetics, and Yabu Pushelberg Design inherently understands the importance of both. The team’s dedication to design has earned several honors and can be traced back to early inspirations.
Yabu notes, “I grew up surrounded by design thinking. My father was a boat builder and my mother was a seamstress. They taught me the importance of precision, tailoring, and creating with intention and integrity.” These early notions hold true throughout his work today. Similarly, Pushelberg draws on longtime influences that continue to motivate his designs.
“Our work stems from thinking about the shared emotions people experience.”
Photo credit: Man of Parts and Yabu Pushelberg
“What I have always gravitated toward is people, how they think and move through life. This almost led me to pursue hospitality, but I realized early on that design is the gateway to change. It is still what drives me to move forward.”
With their impressive collection of authentic work, the pair has been recognized among the world’s most influential design studios by Wallpaper*, Elle Decor, the Business of Fashion, and more. Along with these honors, the designers were also inducted into the Interior Design Hall of Fame in 2002.
When asked about where and how the team begins a new project, the pair commented that it starts with a story. “Everything we touch begins with a narrative that ties each element of a project together. Usually loosely based on one or two characters whose personal attributes guide the energy of the design language.”
Yabu Pushelberg Design works in a collaborative way that focuses on how the design will function down the line as well as even the smallest details. The duo is drawn toward partners and projects that push the envelope and can go beyond what’s been done before. “We have approached every single project since the studio’s beginnings this way. It works for us,” says Yabu and Pushelberg.
“Everything we touch begins with a narrative that ties each element of a project together.”
Recently, Yabu and Pushelberg worked on the unique dual-hotel property, Moxy Downtown Los Angeles and AC Hotel Downtown Los Angeles. The property is 600,000 square feet and boasts over 700 rooms for guests while offering two distinguishable experiences in a single hotel. “We wanted to introduce the Moxy state of mind to California and develop the language of the AC brand,” they said.
This property is an example of how these designers rely on a clear narrative when working, especially on larger projects that are a slow burn and can take years to bring to life.
“It was a unique opportunity to create two parallel ways of seeing Los Angeles in style and spirit. [California] is a special place that has taught us how to dream, unwind, and nurture ourselves,” says Yabu and Pushelberg. “There is a sense of freedom here that makes life sweeter, and we wanted to capture this spirit and infuse these moments throughout the design language of both hotels.”
Photo credit: Alice Gao
Photo credit: Alice Gao
Another demonstration of the team’s storytelling through design is the Salvatori Showroom in New York City. This award-winning Italian design company utilizes natural stone to create unique textures on walls, floors, products, and more. The 600-squaremeter showroom was designed by Yabu Pushelberg, and features multiple themed areas that showcase Salvatori pieces. The marriage between the space and products is a work of art highlighting Yabu Pushelberg Design’s collaborative efforts.
Working on unique projects often brings about individual challenges and a specific set of needs for each space. This explains how the team came to create products as well as experiences. When asked to explain their product designs, about whether they are custom items created for individual projects or part of their own line, Yabu responded, “When we conceive of products, the initial design process is often a parallel journey to interior design.” The inclusion of products is often a way to overcome a particular design obstacle.“We formulate concepts for products when we come across a common challenge, goal, or missing piece in our interior or building design projects. There is a purity to this, a blank space for innovation. It is an opportunity to blend function with form, and beauty with intention,” says Yabu.
Pushelberg agrees, “When designing a hotel, we’re often looking at an eight-plus year timeline. When designing products, we can concept, design, prototype, and then bring the product to life in a year or two.” Each product is a mini design process with a shorter production time but is equally satisfying. “It moves closer to the present moment while responding to needs in the project we work on that can launch
“We formulate concepts for products when we come across a common challenge, goal, or missing piece in our interior or building design projects. There is a purity to this, a blank space for innovation. It is an opportunity to blend function with form, and beauty with intention.”
almost a decade out. It is deeply satisfying to be producing work in both timelines and have them speak to one another,” says Pushelberg.
The nature of design is ever-changing, though each of the studio’s projects has a genuine feel that continues to shine through over the years. Their designs stay true to the team’s unique style of always moving forward. With many projects on the horizon, the designers commented on current design trends that excite them.
“We are heading into an era that values simplicity. Sophistication is embodied through natural, subtle materials that blend or complement nature. For example, plaster rather than drywall for texture, wood, and stone,” says Yabu and Pushelberg. Strongly believing the world is their oyster, the team hopes to one day work on even larger projects, such as an airport or museums, and other experiences that cannot be defined.
“The responsibility of a designer is to lead through thought and action,” says Yabu. “To see change not as a positive or a negative but as an opportunity. A designer is responsible for thinking about how the changing world can adapt and grow through time to make objects, environments, and buildings that represent change.”
Photo credit: Alice Gao
ALPINE
2501 COLUMBINE DRIVE
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,706 ESF
$900,000
MLS# 240015962
ALPINE
575 ANDERSON ROAD
1 BR | 2 BA | 1,628 ESF
$850,000
MLS# PTP2404465
ALPINE
1016 ARNOLD WAY
3 BR | 1.5 BA | 1,300 ESF
$729,000
MLS# PTP2402473
BEAUMONT
1310 HEATH LANE
4 BR | 3 BA | 2,387 ESF
$575,000
MLS# PTP2402261
BONITA
4666 VILLAS PLACE
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,718 ESF
$695,000 - $715,000
MLS# PTP2403906
BORREGO SPRINGS
1708 LAS CASITAS DRIVE
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,143 ESF
$220,000
MLS# PTP2401178
CAMPO
29816 RUDDY DRIVE
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,526 ESF
$459,900 - $499,900
MLS# PTP2402264
CARMEL VALLEY
3557 CAMINITO CARMEL LANDING
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,368 ESF
$1,175,000
MLS# PTP2404213
CARMEL VALLEY
12608 CARMEL COUNTRY ROAD #36
2 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,178 ESF
$999,000
MLS# 240016676
CARMEL VALLEY
13583 TIVERTON ROAD
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,087 ESF
$894,900
MLS# PTP2403430
CHULA VISTA
1254 IDANAN ROAD
5 BR | 3.5 BA | 2,896 ESF
$1,225,000
MLS# PTP2403677
CHULA VISTA
760 N VALLEY VIEW DRIVE
4 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,275 ESF
$1,125,000
MLS# PTP2403866
CHULA VISTA
717 SAN ANGELO PLACE
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,523 ESF
$998,000
MLS# PTP2404347
CHULA VISTA
1332 SUTTER BUTTES STREET
5 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,099 ESF
$924,999
MLS# PTP2403883
CHULA VISTA
1279 CATHEDRAL OAKS ROAD
3 BR | 3 BA | 1,609 ESF
$860,000 - $875,000
MLS# PTP2403949
CHULA VISTA
483 QUINCE STREET
4 BR | 2 BA | 1,789 ESF
$874,000
MLS# PTP2404439
CHULA VISTA
1134 CAMINO PRADO
4 BR | 3 BA | 2,179 ESF
$870,000
MLS# PTP2402554
CHULA VISTA
885 DOVER COURT
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,584 ESF
$830,000 - $850,000
MLS# PTP2404152
CHULA VISTA
1014 OAKLAWN AVENUE
5 BR | 1.5 BA | 1,335 ESF
$799,000
MLS# PTP2404144
CHULA VISTA
1415 SANTA DIANA ROAD #4
4 BR | 3.5 BA | 2,342 ESF
$749,900
MLS# PTP2404337
CHULA VISTA
1831 CRIMSON COURT #7
3 BR | 3.5 BA | 1,663 ESF
$700,000
MLS# PTP2403842
CHULA VISTA
1601 YELLOW PINE PLACE
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,494 ESF
$650,000
MLS# PTP2403785
CHULA VISTA
1604 WHITE HICKORY PLACE
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,332 ESF
$635,000
MLS# PTP2404462
CHULA VISTA
1372 NICOLETTE AVENUE #1623
2 BR | 2 BA | 975 ESF
$600,000
MLS# PTP2403835
CHULA VISTA
1725 MELROSE AVENUE #28
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,225 ESF
$588,000
MLS# PTP2403981
CHULA VISTA
1705 VIA CAPRI
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,028 ESF
$579,000
MLS# PTP2404385
CHULA VISTA
1450 MELROSE AVENUE #127
2 BR | 1.5 BA | 980 ESF
$535,000
MLS# PTP2403533
CHULA VISTA
565 MOSS STREET #2
2 BR | 1 BA | 785 ESF
$435,000 - $450,000
MLS# PTP2403367
CHULA VISTA
1434 HILLTOP DRIVE #18
2 BR | 1.5 BA | 1,036 ESF
$450,000
MLS# PTP2404034
CHULA VISTA
677 G STREET #139
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,152 ESF
$225,000
MLS# PTP2404240
CHULA VISTA
1925 OTAY LAKES ROAD #81
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,344 ESF
$219,900
MLS# PTP2402653
CHULA VISTA
677 G STREET #167
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,040 ESF
$185,000
MLS# PTP2403500
CITY HEIGHTS
4220 CHAMOUNE AVENUE
2 UNITS
$975,000
MLS# PTP2401383
CITY HEIGHTS
4127 38TH STREET #6
1 BR | 1 BA | 621 ESF
$429,900
MLS# 240016829
CITY HEIGHTS
1605 PENTECOST WAY #8
2 BR | 1 BA | 813 ESF
$375,000
MLS# PTP2403951
CITY HEIGHTS
1627 PENTECOST WAY #1
1 BR | 1 BA | 668 ESF
$360,000
MLS# PTP2403881
CLAIREMONT
4433 POCAHONTAS AVENUE
3 BR | 1 BA | 1,185 ESF
$1,088,888 - $1,188,888
MLS# 240015519
DESCANSO
9800 OAK GROVE DRIVE #6
2 BR | 1 BA | 850 ESF
$225,000
MLS# 240017359
CLAIREMONT
4845 MOUNT ROYAL AVENUE
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,756 ESF
$1,099,000
MLS# PTP2404232
DESCANSO
25240 MANZANITA LANE
2 BR | 2 BA | 949 ESF
$599,000
MLS# PTP2403005
DOWNTOWN
800 THE MARK LANE #1808
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,240 ESF
$1,250,000
MLS# 240015244
DOWNTOWN
427 9TH AVENUE #1102
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,090 ESF
$1,019,000
MLS# 240012556
DOWNTOWN
555 FRONT STREET #203
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,109 ESF
$869,800
MLS# 240016529
DOWNTOWN
1080 PARK BOULEVARD #415
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,422 ESF
$660,000
MLS# 240008123
DOWNTOWN
301 W G STREET #442
1 BR | 1.5 BA | 1,419 ESF
$869,000
MLS# PTP2402067
DOWNTOWN
1262 KETTNER BOULEVARD #2303
1 BR | 1 BA | 904 ESF
$749,000
MLS# PTP2403858
DOWNTOWN
1494 UNION STREET #603
1 BR | 1 BA | 750 ESF
$659,000
MLS# 240015759
DOWNTOWN
575 6TH AVENUE #709
STUDIO | 1 BA | 482 ESF
$474,900
MLS# 240010360
DULZURA
18331 HIGHWAY 94
3 BR | 3 BA | 1,309 ESF
$650,000
MLS# PTP2402936
EL CAJON
2297 ORCHARD AVENUE
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,698 ESF
$1,275,000
MLS# 240015271
EL CAJON
211 BEARING LANE
5 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,524 ESF
$899,000
MLS# PTP2402659
EL CAJON
219 FRANCES DRIVE
4 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,900 ESF
$825,000
MLS# 240013302
EL CAJON
2376 TAMPA AVENUE
2 UNITS
$999,987
MLS# 240003745
EL CAJON
1465 E LEXINGTON AVENUE UNIT 9B
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,178 ESF
$610,000
MLS# PTP2404336
EL CAJON
3183 DEHESA ROAD #24
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,371 ESF
$599,000
MLS# PTP2403398
EL CAJON
196 W PARK AVENUE #1
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,064 ESF
$599,000
MLS# 240014760
EL CAJON
455 BALLANTYNE STREET #19
2 BR | 1.5 BA | 925 ESF
$409,000
MLS# PTP2404253
ENCANTO
6730 MEZIN WAY
4 BR | 2 BA | 1,331 ESF
$698,000
MLS# 240014299
ENCINITAS
1232 N COAST HIGHWAY 101 2 UNITS
$2,499,000
MLS# NDP2402138
ESCONDIDO
163 LA LOMITA DRIVE
4 BR | 3 BA | 2,301 ESF
$929,000 - $940,000
MLS# PTP2402492
Unlocking Homebuyer Opportunities in 2024
There’s no arguing this past year has been difficult for homebuyers. And if you’re someone who has started the process of searching for a home, maybe you put your search on hold because the challenges in today’s market felt like too much to tackle. You’re not alone in that. A Bright MLS study found some of the top reasons buyers paused their search in late 2023 and early 2024 were:
• They couldn’t find anything in their price range
• They didn’t have any successful offers or had difficulty competing
• They couldn’t find the right home
If any of these sound like why you stopped looking, here’s what you need to know. The housing market is in a transition in the second half of 2024. Here are four reasons why this may be your chance to jump back in.
1. The Supply of Homes for Sale Is Growing
One of the most significant shifts in the market this year is how the months’ supply of homes for sale has increased. If you look at data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), you’ll see how inventory has grown throughout 2024 (see graph below):
This graph shows the months’ supply of existing homes – homes that were previously lived in by another homeowner. The upward trend this year is clear.
This increase means you have a better chance of finding a home that suits your needs and preferences. And if the biggest reason you put off your home search was difficulty finding the right home, this is a big relief.
2. There’s More New Home Construction
And if you still don’t see an existing home you like, another big opportunity lies in the rise of new home construction. Builders have worked to increase the supply of newly built homes this year. And they’ve turned their attention to crafting smaller, more affordable homes based
on what’s most needed in today’s market. This helps address the long-standing issue of housing undersupply throughout the country, and those smaller homes also offset some of the affordability challenges you’re feeling today.
According to data from the Census and NAR, one in three homes on the market is a newly built home (see graph below):
This means that if you didn’t previously look at newly built homes as part of your search, you may have been cutting your pool of options by a third. Not to mention, some builders are also offering incentives like buying down mortgage rates to make it easier for buyers to get a home that fits their budget.
So, consider talking to your agent about what builders have to offer in your area. Your agent’s expertise on builder reputations, contracts, and more will help you weigh your options.
3. Less Buyer Competition
Mortgage rates are still hovering around 7%, so buyer demand isn’t as fierce as it once was. And when you combine that with more housing supply, you have a better chance of
avoiding an intense bidding war. Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at Realtor.com, highlights the positive trend for the latter half of 2024, saying:
“Home shoppers who persist could see better conditions in the second half of the year, which tends to be somewhat less competitive seasonally, and might be even more so since inventory is likely to reach five-year highs.”
This creates a unique opportunity for you to find a home you want to buy with less stress and at a potentially better price.
4. Home Prices Are Moderating
Speaking of prices, home prices are also showing signs of moderation – and that’s a welcome shift after the rapid appreciation seen in recent years (see graph below):
This moderation is mostly due to supply and demand. Supply is growing and demand is
easing, so prices aren’t rising as fast. But make no mistake, that doesn’t mean prices are falling – they’re just rising at a more normal pace. You can see this in the graph. The bars are still showing prices increasing, just not as dramatically as they were before.
The average forecast for home price appreciation in 2024 is for positive growth around 3% to 5%, which is more in line with historical norms. That moderation means that you are less likely to face the steep price increases we saw a few years ago.
The Opportunity in Front of You
If you’re ready and able to buy, you may find that the second half of 2024 is a bit easier to navigate. There are still challenges, but some of the biggest hurdles you’ve faced are getting better as time wears on.
On the other hand, you could choose to wait. But if you do, here’s the risk you run. As more buyers recognize the shift in the market, competition will grow again. On a similar note, if mortgage rates do come down (as forecasts say), more buyers will flood back into the market. So, making a move now helps you take advantage of the current market conditions and get ahead of those other buyers.
Bottom Line
If you’ve put your dream of homeownership on hold, the second half of 2024 may be your chance to jump back in. Let’s connect to talk more about the opportunities you have in today’s market.
