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THE BIGGEST PERKS OF BUYING A HOME THIS WINTER
MENIFEE
MISSION BEACH
MISSION VALLEY
MURRIETA
NATIONAL CITY
NORMAL HEIGHTS
NORTH PARK
OCEAN BEACH
OCEANSIDE
SAN CARLOS
SAN YSIDRO
SANTEE
SERRA MESA
SPRING VALLEY
UNIVERSITY CITY
UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS
VISTA
WINCHESTER
OTAY MESA
POINT LOMA
POWAY
RAMONA
RANCHO BERNARDO ROSEVILLE
ALPINE
865 MIDWAY DRIVE
4 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,053 ESF
$1,040,000
MLS# PTP2407619
BONITA
2857 VIA DEL ALLAZON
4 BR | 3 BA | 2,632 ESF
$1,885,000
MLS# PTP2405316
BONITA
3909 ALTA LOMA DRIVE
3 BR | 3 BA | 1,616 ESF
$1,275,000 - $1,325,000
MLS# PTP2407567
CARLSBAD
5421 REEF CIRCLE
5 BR | 5 BA | 4,181 ESF
$2,200,000 - $2,300,000
MLS# PTP2406444
CHULA VISTA
1912 CORTE ESCENA
4 BR | 3.5 BA | 3,083 ESF
$1,439,000 - $1,499,000
MLS# PTP2407258
CHULA VISTA
2413 PASEO LOS GATOS
5 BR | 4 BA | 3,682 ESF
$1,300,000
MLS# PTP2407343
CHULA VISTA
1824 COBBLECREEK STREET
6 BR | 3.5 BA | 2,857 ESF
$1,250,000
MLS# PTP2407500
CHULA VISTA
708 SAN GABRIEL PLACE
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,523 ESF
$1,075,000
MLS# PTP2406540
CHULA VISTA
2890 SILVER MEDAL ROAD #5
4 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,465 ESF
$825,000
MLS# PTP2401180
CORONADO
3 THE POINT
7 BR | 8 FULL & 3 HALF BA | 11,715 ESF
$37,500,000
MLS# SW23197501
CORONADO
51 CATSPAW CAPE
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,500 ESF
$2,675,000
MLS# PTP2406710 ENCINITAS
1669 BURGUNDY ROAD
6 BR | 3 FULL & 2 HALF BA | 5,425 ESF
$4,200,000 MLS# NDP2410398
ESCONDIDO
2516 SHAMROCK WAY
4 BR | 3 BA | 2,440 ESF
$1,149,000
MLS# PTP2407518
ESCONDIDO
10138 SAGE HILL WAY
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,920 ESF
$999,000
MLS# NDP2410730
ESCONDIDO
26129 N CENTRE CITY PARKWAY
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,544 ESF
$875,000 - $950,000
MLS# 240022485
FALLBROOK
2328 VIA DEL AGUACATE
5 BR | 4.5 BA | 4,223 ESF
$1,870,000
MLS# PTP2406162
JAMUL
2340 MOUNT ELENA WAY
3 BR | 3 BA | 2,438 ESF
$1,250,000
MLS# PTP2403886
JULIAN
4641 LUNETA VIEW DRIVE
3 BR | 2 BA | 3,006 ESF
$945,000
MLS# 240025627
51 CATSPAW CAPE CORONADO, CA 92118
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,500 ESF | Listed at $2,675,000
Experience unparalleled coastal luxury with this impeccably remodeled single-level home in the exclusive Coronado Cays. Boasting a bright, openconcept design, this coastal contemporary residence features four skylights in the great room, infusing the space with abundant natural light. The entertainer’s gourmet kitchen is a true showpiece, with a central island, Dekton countertops, and high-end KitchenAid appliances—including a wine fridge, refrigerator, 6-burner gas range, microwave, and dishwasher— creating an ideal setting for sophisticated gatherings. Inside, the thoughtfully designed layout offers refined touches throughout, including a private office, a luxurious primary suite with an en-suite bath, and a versatile second bedroom. Beautiful chandeliers grace the kitchen and dining areas, adding elegance, while hardwood floors and premium finishes enhance the home’s timeless appeal. Cleverly concealed barn doors reveal both the office and a laundry area with a
convenient sink. The primary suite is a tranquil retreat, featuring dual vanities and a spa-inspired rain shower. The expansive patio deck offers the ultimate indooroutdoor living experience, complete with a fire pit and sweeping waterfront views. This inviting space is perfect for relaxation or entertaining, capturing the essence of coastal living. Coveted 40-foot boat slip not included in purchase, but is available for purchasing, making this property an exceptional find for boating enthusiasts. The Coronado Cays community elevates the lifestyle with access to exclusive amenities, bay views, a clubhouse, swimming pools, tennis courts, parks, and possible boat slip availabilities—all located directly across the highway from the Pacific Ocean. With a new roof, exterior siding, and stunning fixtures throughout, this home represents an impeccable opportunity for full-time or seasonal living in a prestigious coastal setting. Don’t miss this rare chance to own a piece of paradise with luxurious waterfront living at its finest.
LA MESA
4620 PANCHOY DRIVE
4 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,171 ESF
$1,300,000
MLS# PTP2406126
LA MESA
8561 TIO DIEGO PLACE
4 BR | 2 BA | 1,715 ESF
$1,129,000
MLS# PTP2406842
LA MESA
3800 CARBO COURT
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,807 ESF
$1,099,000
MLS# 240026749
MISSION HILLS
2321 CRESCENT DRIVE
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,739 ESF
$2,400,000
MLS# PTP2405740
MURRIETA
37789 AVENIDA LA CRESTA
4 BR + 1 OPTIONAL | 3.5 BA | 3,985 ESF
$2,800,000
MLS# 240026374
MURRIETA
35132 INDIAN GRASS DRIVE
4 BR | 3 BA | 2,955 ESF
$745,000
MLS# PTP2404642
NORMAL HEIGHTS
4778 PANORAMA DRIVE
6 BR | 2 BA | 2,320 ESF
$2,199,900
MLS# PTP2406587
NORMAL HEIGHTS
4715 EDGEWARE ROAD
4 BR | 2 BA | 1,750 ESF
$1,349,900
MLS# PTP2407682
NORTH PARK
3735 31ST STREET
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,473 ESF
$1,199,999
MLS# 240024854
OCEANSIDE
500 N THE STRAND #57
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,250 ESF
$1,175,000 MLS# 240028704
OCEANSIDE
2848 TODD STREET
4 BR | 2 BA | 1,461 ESF
$1,069,000
MLS# PTP2406722
POINT LOMA
621 SAN ELIJO STREET
5 BR | 6 FULL & 2 HALF BA | 4,524 ESF
$6,995,000 MLS# NDP2409922
POINT LOMA
2434 ALCOTT COURT
5 BR | 4 FULL & 2 HALF BA | 7,247 ESF
$3,999,000
MLS# 240019036
POINT LOMA
3648 KINGSLEY STREET
4 BR | 3 BA | 2,978 ESF
$2,050,000
MLS# 240020447
POWAY
12738 MONTE VISTA ROAD
7 BR | 7.5 BA | 3,454 ESF
$2,350,000
MLS# 240018972
RAMONA
16310 OAK SPRINGS DRIVE
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,840 ESF
$899,000
MLS# 240027963
RANCHO SANTA FE
6841 POCO LAGO
5 BR | 6.5 BA | 7,916 ESF
$5,150,000 - $5,650,000
MLS# 240027418
RANCHO SANTA FE
6159 PASEO ARBOLADO
4 BR | 4 BA | 3,028 ESF
$4,150,000
MLS# NDP2410068
SAN MARCOS
1445 MISTY SEA WAY
6 BR | 5.5 BA | 4,362 ESF
$2,250,000 - $2,350,000
MLS# NDP2409112
SCRIPPS RANCH
15236 TERREBONNE COURT
4 BR + 1 OPTIONAL | 3.5 BA | 3,846 ESF
$2,698,000
MLS# 240024975
SPRING VALLEY
3049 MILLAR RANCH ROAD
5 BR | 3 BA | 4,019 ESF
$1,494,000 - $1,554,000
MLS# PTP2404933
SPRING VALLEY
2191 N SLOPE TERRACE
4 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,043 ESF
$949,000 - $989,000
MLS# PTP2406599
VALLEY CENTER
31001 PAUMA HEIGHTS ROAD
2 BR | 3 BA | 2,678 ESF
$1,250,000
MLS# NDP2406884
Elevate
Elevate your home
The demand for luxury never takes a breather, but the components of luxury residential environments are constantly in ux. Transitions in lifestyle preferences, technology, and demographics have challenged designers to express the quality of high-end home accessories in new, innovative ways. With the pandemic behind us but not forgotten, many of the most in-demand accessories are fueled by comfort, convenience, and wellness.
John Cialone, partner and vice president at Chicago-based Tom Stringer Design Partners — the rm’s portfolio features cosmopolitan penthouses and waterfront retreats across the country — reports, “Our clients have access to everything, so nding something truly unique, which nobody else has, can be challenging.” He adds, “People love things that are clever, but especially when they’re functional or solve design problems,” citing items like pop-up
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TVs and secret doors. “We do a lot of hidden doors, usually so the aesthetics of a library or wall space aren’t interrupted,” says Cialone of this quintessential cloak-and-dagger feature.
Acknowledging that lighting has a profound impact on a space, Cialone admires the toptier products of Los Angeles-based Alison Berger Glassworks, which offers handblown, custom lighting commissions. More accessible is South Carolina’s Urban Electric Co., which is adept at mixing different nishes per the requirements of some Tom Stringer Design Partners projects. For someone who has everything, Cialone suggests constellationthemed tableware from German porcelain maker Nymphenburg, whose hand-painted “My Private Sky” plates present the night sky as it appeared at any time and place signi cant to the homeowner.
“I have a great appreciation for ne-quality textiles,” notes Cialone, adding, “Everybody knows Hermès, but Sandra Jordan produces alpaca textiles that are not quite cashmere but are extremely luxurious.” The sustainable product is used for throws and pillows or for upholstering furniture. A unique accessory, applicable for both entertaining and décor, is a Scrabble set with exquisite leather-wrapped
tiles from London-based Asprey, priced at more than $15,000. Game rooms continue to evolve, with billiard table designs that complement any architectural style. Cialone recently commissioned New York’s Blatt Billiards for a custom vintage-style table, and for contemporary aesthetics, designers look to Impatia, located outside Milan, whose billiard and ping-pong tables have the sleek
styling of Italian sports cars. Art and music are perennial interests among luxury homeowners, and Sondra Ganz, founder and principal designer at Studio Ganz in San Francisco, incorporates both into her projects. “Clients are less interested in super-expensive art and are gravitating toward pieces by emerging and local artists,” she says. “Many of my clients are involved in playing music or collecting instruments, and whenever possible, I like to incorporate those into the décor,” she adds. Ganz notes that serious audiophiles are now
acquiring reel-to-reel music players, which are said to deliver better sound quality than vinyl. “They can be quite expensive, and because they have more of a physical presence than turntables, they create an element of surprise in a room.”
Ganz reports another pandemic in uence (one that is here to stay) is the incorporation of greenery into the home, and she works with horticulturalists specializing in bespoke interior planting. She receives frequent requests for Zip Water faucets in the kitchen, which Cialone also reports are in demand by his clients. This
multifunctional faucet, which dispenses ltered boiling, chilled, and sparkling water, appeals to health- and eco-conscious homeowners while eliminating the need for teapots or SodaStream machines.
The home gym has always been an essential space in ultra-luxury residences, but the pandemic made it an even greater priority. For a more artistic version of the stationary bike, high-income workout enthusiasts opt for the Ciclotte Bike. Priced at almost $20,000, the traditional frame is replaced by an ethereal glass disk, making the crystalline unicycle almost entirely transparent — a truly seductive piece of gym equipment. In San Francisco, where square footage is often scarce, Ganz reports that many of her clients seek to combine an of ce with space for cycling or yoga.
Another interior design priority reinforced during the pandemic — but proving to be
enduring — is the ever-increasing value of the kitchen, no longer hidden behind closed doors but now a showcase for sophisticated design and a prime venue for entertainment. While cutting-edge technology is encouraged, tradition can be equally compelling, demonstrated by classically styled La Cornue ranges handcrafted in France. A myriad of options and custom colors are available, and with all the bells and whistles, a La Cornue appliance can cost as much as a Ferrari.
Steven Cooper, principal designer at Cooper Paci c Kitchens — the company has showrooms in Los Angeles and Big Sky, Montana — reports that La Cornue ranges are serious cooking machines that double as pieces of art. “It’s the ‘original’ French range made one at a time, so it’s fully customizable to your lifestyle and whatever you like to cook,” says Cooper. “In the American market, it’s known rst for its aesthetics and the allure of French styling, but it’s also beloved by serious chefs,” he adds. Cooper notes that students at Le Cordon Bleu culinary school learn their craft on La Cornue ranges. This article originally appeared in the Winter 2024 issue of Homes & Estates.
ALPINE
438 ARNOLD WAY
6 BR | 3 BA | 3,159 ESF
$999,000 - $1,099,000
MLS# PTP2405258
BONITA
8349 THE GRANT PLACE
5 BR | 4.5 BA | 3,197 ESF
$1,610,000
MLS# PTP2407140
BONITA
4225 CORRAL CANYON ROAD
4 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,420 ESF
$1,300,000
MLS# PTP2407031
BONITA
4614 VILLAS DRIVE
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,371 ESF
$625,000
MLS# PTP2405389
CARLSBAD
3443 DON JUAN DRIVE
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,982 ESF
$750,000
MLS# 240027628
CHULA
VISTA
779 DOROTHY STREET
2 UNITS
$1,399,998
MLS# 240022268
CHULA VISTA
1271 VIA ESCALANTE
4 BR | 3 BA | 2,671 ESF
$1,200,000
MLS# PTP2406950
CHULA VISTA
1744 PERRIN PLACE
4 BR | 3 BA | 2,503 ESF
$1,150,000
MLS# PTP2406656
CHULA VISTA
1207 BARTON PEAK DRIVE
4 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,980 ESF
$950,000 - $980,000
MLS# PTP2407324
CHULA VISTA
1394 PERSHING ROAD
4 BR | 3.5 BA | 2,666 ESF
$960,000
MLS# PTP2407120
CHULA VISTA
1240 FOURTH AVENUE
4 BR | 2 BA | 1,056 ESF
$929,000 - $949,000
MLS# 240027513
CHULA VISTA
1034 MONTEREY COURT
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,575 ESF
$879,900
MLS# PTP2403504
CHULA VISTA
50 E EMERSON STREET
4 BR | 3 BA | 1,400 ESF
$799,000 - $849,000
MLS# 240026939
CHULA VISTA
761 BROOKSTONE ROAD #203
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,096 ESF
$600,000
MLS# 240024349
CHULA VISTA
600 SHEFFIELD COURT #14
4 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,632 ESF
$765,000 - $795,000
MLS# PTP2405938
CHULA VISTA
2264 HUNTINGTON POINT ROAD #104
2 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,410 ESF
$649,000
MLS# PTP2406306
CHULA VISTA
850 TAMAYO DRIVE #3
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,163 ESF
$552,000
MLS# PTP2406976
CHULA VISTA
477 4TH AVENUE UNIT B
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,156 ESF
$425,000
MLS# 240028236
CHULA VISTA
479 F STREET #101
1 BR | 1 BA | 628 ESF
$339,919 - $399,900
MLS# PTP2406125
CHULA VISTA
1547 BROADWAY #44
1 BR | 1 BA | 636 ESF
$370,000
MLS# PTP2406970
CHULA VISTA
121 ORANGE AVENUE #50
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,163 ESF
$269,000
MLS# PTP2407169
CHULA VISTA
1925 OTAY LAKES ROAD #179
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,152 ESF
$259,000
MLS# PTP2407231
CHULA VISTA
677 G STREET #139
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,152 ESF
$215,000
MLS# PTP2404240
CHULA VISTA
1925 OTAY LAKES ROAD #150
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,200 ESF
$199,000
MLS# PTP2405951
CHULA VISTA
1425 2ND AVENUE #185
2 BR | 1 BA | 800 ESF
$135,000
MLS# PTP2407211
CITY HEIGHTS
1615 PENTECOST WAY #3
2 BR | 1 BA | 813 ESF
$415,000
MLS# PTP2407392
CITY HEIGHTS
1605 PENTECOST WAY #8
2 BR | 1 BA | 813 ESF
$390,000
MLS# PTP2403951
CLAIREMONT/BAY HO
4325-4331 CLAIREMONT DRIVE
4 UNITS
$2,500,000
MLS# 240028310
CLAIREMONT/BAY HO
3270 EICHENLAUB STREET
4 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,566 ESF
$1,690,000
MLS# 240023799
CLAIREMONT/BAY PARK
4221 MOUNT CASAS COURT
6 BR + 2 OPTIONAL | 6 BA | 3,488 ESF
$2,450,000
MLS# 240028307
COLLEGE/ROLANDO
6114 TARRAGONA DRIVE
4 BR | 2 BA | 2,040 ESF
$990,000
MLS# PTP2407428
COLLEGE/TALMADGE
4482 47TH STREET
2 BR | 1 BA | 952 ESF
$850,000
MLS# 240028568
DOWNTOWN
325 7TH AVENUE #1204
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,091 ESF
$998,000
MLS# PTP2407616
DOWNTOWN
555 FRONT STREET #203
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,230 ESF
$869,900
MLS# 240028233
COLLEGE/TALMADGE
4102 COLLWOOD LANE
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,895 ESF
$799,000
MLS# 240028061
DOWNTOWN
1643 6TH AVENUE #208
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,106 ESF
$668,000
MLS# 240028541
DOWNTOWN
1150 J STREET #220
1 BR + 1 OPTIONAL | 1 BA | 966 ESF
$589,000
MLS# 240027622
DOWNTOWN
1150 J STREET #414
1 BR | 1 BA | 735 ESF
$499,900
MLS# PTP2406909
DOWNTOWN
206 PARK BOULEVARD #211
STUDIO | 1 BA | 441 ESF
$375,000
MLS# 240025405
EL CAJON
12405 ROYAL ROAD
3 BR | 3 BA | 1,900 ESF
$759,000 - $795,000
MLS# PTP2407240
EL CAJON
389 SHADY LANE UNIT I
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,386 ESF
$605,000
MLS# PTP2406805
EL CAJON
3239 DEHESA ROAD #44
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,197 ESF
$525,000
MLS# PTP2406785
EL CAJON
321 SUN COURT
3 BR | 1 BA | 1,035 ESF
$505,000
MLS# PTP2406329
EL CAJON
455 BALLANTYNE STREET #19
2 BR | 1.5 BA | 925 ESF
$379,000
MLS# 240027744
EL CAJON
390 N 1ST STREET #23
2 BR | 2 BA | 896 ESF
$379,000
MLS# PTP2406175
EL CAJON
410 S 1ST STREET #81
2 BR | 2 BA | 983 ESF
$199,000
MLS# 240025717
EL CAJON
400 GREENFIELD DRIVE #138
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,152 ESF
$159,900
MLS# PTP2407530
ENCANTO
5590 ENCINA DRIVE
5 BR | 4 BA | 1,872 ESF
$925,000 - $939,000
MLS# PTP2407765
ENCANTO
150 RICHETH ROAD
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,759 ESF
$868,000
MLS# PTP2407272
ENCANTO
7374 SKYLINE DRIVE
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,424 ESF
$799,000
MLS# PTP2407434
ENCANTO
1770 KLAUBER AVENUE
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,170 ESF
$720,000
MLS# PTP2407311
ENCANTO
6149 ALDERLEY STREET
4 BR | 2 BA | 1,232 ESF
$699,900
MLS# PTP2407385
ENCANTO
5261 OLVERA AVENUE
3 BR | 2 BA | 952 ESF
$675,000
MLS# PTP2407608
ENCANTO
1371 CARLSBAD STREET
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,120 ESF
$665,000
MLS# IV24247556
ESCONDIDO
717 PARK PLACE
2 BR | 1 BA | 898 ESF
$575,000
MLS# 240028214
ESCONDIDO
2429 TURNBRIDGE GLEN
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,000 ESF
$575,000
MLS# NDP2410177
FALLBROOK
1120 E MISSION ROAD #9
2 BR | 1 BA | 1,000 ESF
$156,000
MLS# NDP2410594
GLENDORA
826 E ROUTE 66 #16
2 BR | 1 BA | 728 ESF
$150,000
MLS# PTP2407646
GOLDEN HILL
2940 BROADWAY #40
2 BR | 2 BA | 878 ESF
$615,000
MLS# PTP2407638
GOLDEN HILL/SHERMAN HEIGHTS
118 20TH STREET
4 BR | 2 BA | 1,308 ESF
$900,000
MLS# PTP2405074
HEMET
1816 TAPADEROS STREET
5 BR | 3 BA | 2,892 ESF
$575,000 - $599,000
MLS# PTP2405256
HILLCREST
3833 8TH AVENUE
3 BR | 1 FULL & 2 HALF BA | 1,203 ESF
$3,000,000
MLS# 240027102
HILLCREST
1250 CLEVELAND AVENUE UNIT C114
2 BR | 2 BA | 958 ESF
$699,000
MLS# 240027452
IMPERIAL BEACH
556 8TH S STREET
4 UNITS
$1,825,000
MLS# PTP2404378
IMPERIAL BEACH
511 TURNSTONE LANE
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,646 ESF
$899,900
MLS# PTP2405751
JACUMBA
DESERT VIEW TOWER & 3 HOMES
LANDMARK + 3 HOMES | OVER 90 ACRES
$1,695,000
MLS# 240000516
JULIAN
829 HILLSIDE DRIVE
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,184 ESF
$600,000
MLS# PTP2407545
LA MESA
6140 SAMUEL STREET
4 BR | 3 BA | 2,099 ESF
$1,099,000
MLS# PTP2405825
LA QUINTA
54855 AVENIDA VALLEJO
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,972 ESF
$595,000
MLS# PTP2407241
LAKE ELSINORE
31750 MACHADO STREET #18
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,040 ESF
$85,000
MLS# SW24137105
LAKESIDE
12167 ROCKCREST ROAD
2 BR | 1 BA | 1,240 ESF
$650,000
MLS# PTP2405734
LAKESIDE
12125 WINTERCREST DRIVE #3
2 BR | 1 BA | 903 ESF
$420,000
MLS# PTP2407459
LEMON GROVE
3242 NEW JERSEY AVENUE
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,000 ESF
$730,000
MLS# PTP2407243
LEMON GROVE
7239 SAN PASQUAL STREET
2 BR | 1 BA | 1,200 ESF
$648,000 - $685,000
MLS# PTP2405066
LINDA VISTA
2750 WHEATSTONE STREET #179
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,245 ESF
$270,000
MLS# 240025056
LOGAN HEIGHTS
831 S 38TH STREET
2 BR | 1 BA | 853 ESF
$585,000
MLS# 240028301
LOS ANGELES
425 N WESTLAKE AVENUE
2 BR | 2 BA | 895 ESF
$915,000
MLS# PTP2407473
LOS ANGELES
5847 DENVER AVENUE
4 UNITS
$899,900
MLS# PT24252328
Source: https://www.simplifyingthemarket.com/en/2024/12/18/the-biggest-perks-of-buying-a-home-this-winter?a=430611-a9eafffec66475899fae6a4a8c01265c
Waiting for perfect market conditions often means missing out. Because what you may not realize is, if you’re ready and able to buy, this time of year could actually give you an edge. Why? As the weather cools down, the housing market can too — and that works in your favor.
You Likely Won’t Feel as Rushed
Homes tend to take a little longer to sell during this time of year. Data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows the average time a house sits on the market jumps up during the winter months (see the green bars in the graph below):
This is partly because fewer buyers are active at this time of year — and that decrease in buyer competition means the houses that are on the market aren’t going to be snatched up as quickly. So, if you decide to buy a home in the next couple of months, you’ll likely have more time to consider your options and negotiate a deal without feeling as pressured.
Sellers May Be More Willing To Negotiate
And since homes generally take longer to sell during the winter, sellers are often more motivated
to closea deal. That can work in your favor, too. According to NAR:
“Less competition can lead to better deals. While homes are not selling as fast as during the summer, sellers may be more willing to negotiate.”
Whether it’s compromising on price, covering closing costs or repairs, or including extras like appliances, you have more room to ask for what you need.
Homes Are Less Expensive in the Winter
With less competition from other buyers and sellers who are more willing to negotiate, you may see slightly lower prices too. In fact, according to NAR, homes are typically about 5% less expensive now compared to when prices normally peak in the summer.
That might not seem like a huge difference, but on a $400,000 home, it could mean savings of $20,000 on the purchase price.
You can see this expected seasonal shift in home prices taking place this year. Take a look at the graph below showing the median sales price of existing homes (homes that were previously owned) over the past 12 months. You’ll notice in the green bars that prices were lower in the winter months last year, and it seems like that’s going to happen again this year. That gives you the chance to make your budget go further:
Bottom Line
Buying a home during the winter means less competition, motivated sellers, and potentially lower prices, too. To find the right home at the right price for you, contact your local REALTOR® today.
MENIFEE
30462 GARDENER LANE
4 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,610 ESF
$665,000
MLS# PTP2407523
MENIFEE
23987 CYPRESS PLACE
2 BR | 2 BA | 842 ESF
$359,990
MLS# SW24181621
MISSION BEACH
725 REDONDO COURT #22
1 BR | 1 BA | 500 ESF
$665,000
MLS# 240028323
MISSION VALLEY
6780 FRIARS ROAD #220
STUDIO | 1 BA | 505 ESF
$439,000
MLS# PTP2407635
MURRIETA
37758 SEA PINES COURT
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,262 ESF
$542,000
MLS# PTP2406511
NATIONAL CITY
23 ALBERTA COURT
3 UNITS
$1,180,000 - $1,200,000
MLS# PTP2406458
NATIONAL CITY
2931-33 E 19TH STREET
2 UNITS
$1,050,000
MLS# 240028462
NATIONAL CITY
801 NATIONAL CITY BOULEVARD #913
1 BR | 1 BA | 500 ESF
$319,000
MLS# 240023443
NATIONAL CITY
134 E 7TH STREET
2 BR | 1 BA | 790 ESF
$600,000
MLS# PTP2407556
NATIONAL CITY
2320 EUCLID AVENUE #2
2 BR | 1.5 BA | 1,144 ESF
$505,000
MLS# PTP2407081
NATIONAL CITY
801 NATIONAL CITY BOULEVARD #1113
1 BR | 1 BA | 500 ESF
$315,000
MLS# PTP2406245
NATIONAL CITY
801 NATIONAL CITY BOULEVARD #805
1 BR | 1 BA | 500 ESF
$314,000
MLS# 240023946
NATIONAL CITY
801 NATIONAL CITY BOULEVARD #714
1 BR | 1 BA | 500 ESF
$309,000
MLS# 240023940
NORMAL HEIGHTS
4774 E MOUNTAIN VIEW DRIVE
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,200 ESF
$970,000
MLS# 240024210
NORMAL HEIGHTS
4615 FELTON STREET #2
1 BR | 1 BA | 608 ESF
$475,000
MLS# PTP2407230
NORTH PARK
4051-53 32ND STREET
2 UNITS
$1,950,000
MLS# 240027159
NORMAL HEIGHTS
4444 CHEROKEE AVENUE #4
2 BR | 1 BA | 673 ESF
$490,000
MLS# PTP2405857
OCEAN BEACH
2025-29 BACON STREET
2 UNITS
$1,299,000
MLS# 240025943
OCEAN BEACH
4777 SANTA CRUZ AVENUE
1 BR | 1 BA | 616 ESF
$999,900
MLS# 240027120
OCEAN BEACH/SUNSET CLIFFS
4848 BERMUDA AVENUE UNIT A1
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,000 ESF
$1,395,000
MLS# 240022660
OCEAN BEACH
2136 FROUDE STREET
1 BR | 1 BA | 408 ESF
$875,000
MLS# 240026599
OCEAN BEACH
4444 W POINT LOMA BOULEVARD #92
1 BR | 1 BA | 725 ESF
$475,000
MLS# 240028253
OCEANSIDE
4927 LUNA DRIVE
4 BR | 2 BA | 1,248 ESF
$815,000
MLS# PTP2407432
OCEANSIDE
3445 LOS MOCHIS WAY
2 BR | 1.5 BA | 1,280 ESF
$539,000
MLS# PTP2406395
OCEANSIDE
62 HUMMINGBIRD LANE
3 BR | 2 BA | 980 ESF
$379,000 - $399,000
MLS# 240019956
OTAY MESA
922 ORCHID WAY
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,258 ESF
$799,000
MLS# PTP2407062
OTAY MESA
1206 AQUA PARK STREET
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,140 ESF
$699,900 - $749,900
MLS# PTP2406904
OTAY MESA
3406 ARRUZA STREET
3 BR | 1 BA | 1,012 ESF
$680,000
MLS# PTP2406397
OTAY MESA
2950 IRIS AVENUE #52
2 BR | 1 BA | 750 ESF
$178,999
MLS# PTP2403874
OTAY MESA
3340 DEL SOL BOULEVARD #77
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,120 ESF
$139,000
MLS# PTP2403668
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POINT LOMA
3276 TALBOT STREET
4 BR + 1 OPTIONAL | 2 BA | 2,382 ESF
$1,884,000
MLS# 240020664
POINT LOMA
3321 ZOLA STREET
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,748 ESF
$1,695,000
MLS# 240028588
POINT LOMA
3522 QUIMBY STREET
5 BR | 3 BA | 2,418 ESF
$1,799,000
MLS# 240024371
POINT LOMA
2961 POINSETTIA DRIVE
3 BR + 1 OPTIONAL | 2 BA | 2,224 ESF
$1,595,000
MLS# 240025915
POINT LOMA
3034 BROWNING STREET
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,777 ESF
$1,699,000
MLS# 240026471
POINT LOMA
4420 VOLTAIRE STREET
4 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,448 ESF
$1,500,000
MLS# 240025319
POINT LOMA
3304 CANON STREET
2 BR + 1 OPTIONAL | 2 BA | 1,250 ESF
$1,395,000
MLS# 240025989
POINT LOMA
4058 LOMA RIVIERA CIRCLE
2 BR | 1.5 BA | 1,054 ESF
$699,000
MLS# 240028811
POINT LOMA
1021 SCOTT STREET #358
2 BR | 2 BA | 962 ESF
$949,000
MLS# 240028531
POINT LOMA
3050 RUE D ORLEANS #430
1 BR | 1 BA | 547 ESF
$425,000
MLS# 240027462
POINT LOMA
390 SAN ANTONIO AVENUE #13A & C
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,275 ESF
$899,000
MLS# 240028519
POWAY
13023 ASHGATE PLACE
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,008 ESF
$980,000
MLS# PTP2407237
RAMONA
16362 OAK SPRINGS DRIVE
3 BR | 3 BA | 2,013 ESF
$749,000
MLS# 240026237
SAN CARLOS
7821 MISSION BONITA DRIVE
4 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,836 ESF
$995,000
MLS# 240024721
RANCHO BERNARDO
18880 CAMINITO CANTILENA #67
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,513 ESF
$1,049,000
MLS# PTP2407286
ROSEVILLE
2889 MARKET STREET
4 BR | 2.5 BA | 3,000 ESF
$685,000
MLS# 240023263
SAN YSIDRO
2033 DAIRY MART ROAD #15
STUDIO | 1 BA | 400 ESF
$325,000
MLS# PTP2405902
SANTEE
9255 N MAGNOLIA AVENUE #312
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,508 ESF
$460,000
MLS# PTP2406852
SANTEE
8301 MISSION GORGE ROAD #301
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,320 ESF
$375,000
MLS# PTP2406711
SERRA MESA
7813 NIGHTINGALE WAY
2 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,200 ESF
$675,000
MLS# 240028648
SPRING VALLEY
3221 S BONITA STREET
3 BR | 3 BA | 1,904 ESF
$1,150,000
MLS# PTP2405282
SPRING VALLEY
10730 PORTER TERRACE
4 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,854 ESF
$860,000
MLS# PTP2407543
SPRING VALLEY
8115 CACUS STREET
4 BR | 2 BA | 1,697 ESF
$815,000
MLS# PTP2404248
SPRING VALLEY
8516 LAKE BLUFFS CIRCLE
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,526 ESF
$699,000
MLS# PTP2407262
SPRING VALLEY
3221 BANCROFT DRIVE #19
2 BR | 1 BA | 600 ESF
$179,000 - $180,000
MLS# PTP2407519
UNIVERSITY CITY
4296 BENHURST AVENUE
6 BR | 4 BA | 2,713 ESF
$1,699,999
MLS# 240022945
UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS
4518 ARIZONA STREET
2 UNITS
$1,199,000
MLS# PTP2407059
VISTA
308 ENCINO DRIVE
3 BR | 3 BA | 2,054 ESF
$1,000,000
MLS# 240028558
UNIVERSITY CITY
6330 GENESEE AVENUE #301
1 BR | 1 BA | 578 ESF
$399,000
MLS# 240028537
WINCHESTER
32581 PRAIRIE CROSSING DRIVE
4 BR | 3 BA | 2,319 ESF
$680,000
MLS# PTP2405103
