Newport Coast, CA

Situated high upon the hills in Newport Coast, Altezza is a stunning Tuscan Village known for it's breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, Newport Harbor, Catalina Island, San Bernadino & San Gabriel Mountains and the gorgeous city lights of Orange County & Beyond. This wonderfully designed community consists of only 110 condos tucked away behind private gates.

This award winning community was designed and built by Taylor Woodrow Homes. Home prices in the community of Altezza currently range from $1,899,999 - $2,195,000.

This month's featured property in Altezza is 1 Lucania.

The warmth and elegance of this home embraces you from the moment you walk in the front door. This home offers one of the best locations within Altezza. It is set back against the hillside offering ocean, mountain, canyon & city lights views. Built by Taylor Woodrow homes in 1996 and completely remodeled in 2003, this end-unit consists of only the finest quality workmanship from the stone work, custom paint, cabinetry, art niches, window treatments and accessories. This home enjoys a large ground floor master bedroom with a relaxing patio and views of the harbor and city below. The professionally landscaped yard is perfect for entertaining and enjoying the peaceful sounds of nature.

Call (949) 278-4807 to see this stunning Altezza home today...

Market Activity for Altezza*

Available Homes

• 1 Lucania Drive - 3bd/2.5ba approx. 2,735 square feet
• 1 Ultima Drive - 3bd/3ba approx. 2,735 square feet

Recent Sales

• 16 Mattina - 3bd/3ba approx. 2,200 square feet

Altezza Home Owner Association Website

Altezza Community News Page

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Newport Coast Home Search

* Market Activity for the most recent 3 months. Photos courtesy of Dani Gold, First Team Estates Newport Beach.

What is the market doing in Newport Coast, California? What has been going on over the the past six months? Is the credit crunch affecting individuals buying homes?

Here is the average SOLD price per square foot in Newport Coast for the past 6 months...

• 08/2007 $701
• 09/2007 $834
• 10/2007 $900
• 11/2007 $716
• 12.2007 $791
• 01/2008 $757

So far, for February, the average price per square foot is $515. Between 2007 and 2008 the average price per square foot in Newport Coast increased approximately 7%.

There is still plenty of money available for purchasing a home. Before you decide to start shopping there are several things going on in the mortgage market that you should be aware of. To find out how these changes affect you, you should speak to a qualified lender. The lender I use and refer to my friends and family is Nate Lindsey. You can inquire by email to nathaniel.j.lindsey@bankersfundingcompany.com . Let Nate know you found him on Sandra's Blog!

Homes are still selling, they just need to be aligned to market conditions (which I can help you do, it actually involves more than just slashing the price, I can be reached at (949) 278-4807).

• 08/2007 182 - 19 (homes available - #SOLD)
• 09/2007 187 - 10
• 10/2007 191 - 8
• 11/2007 183 - 16
• 12/2007 150 - 14
• 01/2008 154 - 9

How has Newport Coast fared in comparison to other Orange County Cities/Communities? How did Orange County Compare to other Southern California Counties?

I love answering your Orange County Real Estate related questions and hearing your opinion about the Real Estate Market, so feel free ask questions and comment here, shoot me an email or interesting graph or article you've come across to SandraCarlisle@firstteam.com or give me a ring at (949) 278-4807.

*All data presented is based on data supplied by various Orange County MLS's. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.