Soquel, CA

Soquel Knolls Condos - Soquel Condos Sales Market Report 2011

The Soquel Knolls Condos are located off Wharf Rd, close to Soquel Village and 41st Ave Mall. The Soquel Knolls condos are set on a hill above Soquel, in a quiet, peaceful location with landscaped grounds and great pool area.

Let's take a look at Soquel Knolls condos sales activity for 2011:

There were 3 Soquel Knolls condo sales in 2011 with an average sale price of $252,000. Of these 3 condo sales, one was a foreclosure condo, one was a short sale condo and the other was a regular sale. All were 3 bedroom condos. Soquel Knolls condo prices are down compared to 2010 when the average condo sale price was $295,000.

Currently there is one short sale in Soquel Knolls that is in escrow and one condo active on the market, both are 2 bedroom condos.

Soquel Knolls condos have declined in price over the past years due to short sales and foreclosures. These Soquel condos for sale present a great opportunity for first time home buyers to live in Soquel at a lower price. Contact me for more information about Soquel condos for sale and the Soquel Knolls at (831) 419-9345 or cjess4homes@yahoo.com.

Soquel, Calif. Real Estate

Soquel (pronounced so-kel) is a Costanoan Indian word for "Place of the Willows"

Town and Country Living in Soquel; located just a short distance inland from the beach community of Capitola, Soquel is a blend of friendly neighborhood camaraderie and old world charm. The quaint downtown of Soquel Village is comprised of abundant antique stores and an impressive variety of fine restaurants. Behind the Village, the neighborhood extends to the summit of the Santa Cruz Mountains, featuring homes on acreage and broad pastures with exquisite valley views. Soquel's fertile valleys and sunny slopes have attracted a number of wine growing families to the area, including Bargetto, Soquel Vineyards, and Hunter Hill.

Schools in Soquel include Main Street Elementary, Soquel Elementary, Soquel High School, and there are a number of private schools as well.

Homes in Soquel

The median sales price for a home in Soquel is $522,500. (August 2010). For Current Market Trends, city by city please click here.

Popular neighborhoods in Soquel include Santa Cruz Gardens, Tiffany Gardens, Corte Cabrillo, Evergreen Estates, Monterey Bay Heights, Seacrest, Santa Cruz Gardens, Soquel Highlands and Rancho Soquel.

There is a good variety of homes available in Soquel-from Mediterranean and French Country homes in the Seacrest neighborhood to the mountain view homes of Soquel Highlands. Other neighborhoods include Monterey Bay Heights, which overlook the ocean, Tiffani Gardens, with homes built in the 1980s and the Evergreen Estates is a subdivision located near parks and schools, and Santa Cruz Gardens with ranch homes from the 70s and along with some new construction.

Recreation & Shopping in Soquel

Cabrillo Farmer's Market - music, plants, baked goods, fresh produce from local farmers

Land of Medicine Buddha - Tibetan Buddhist teachings, retreats

Willow Pond Ranch - horse boarding, horse rescue, riding lessons

Bargetto Winery, Soquel Vineyards, Hunter Hill Vineyards: all have wine tasting!

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Susan Grant, David Lyng Real Estate, Santa Cruz to Carmel

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A short sale can be an excellent solution for homeowners who need to sell, and who owe more on their homes than they are worth. In the past, it was rare for a bank or lender to accept a short sale. Today, however, due to overwhelming market changes, banks and lenders have become much more negotiable when it comes to these transactions. Recent changes in corporate policy and the Obama administration have also improved the chances of getting a short sale approved.

But to be technical, here's a more official definition:

• A homeowner is 'short' when the amount owed on his/her property is higher than current market value.
• A short sale occurs when a negotiation is entered into with the homeowner's mortgage company (or companies) to accept less than the full balance of the loan at closing. A buyer closes on the property, and the property is then 'sold short' of the total value of the mortgage.

For homeowners to qualify for a short sale, they must fall into any or all of the following circumstances:

• Financial Hardship - There is a situation causing you to have trouble affording your mortgage.
• Monthly Income Shortfall - In other words: "You have more month than money." A lender will want to see that you cannot afford, or soon will not be able to afford your mortgage.
• Insolvency - The lender will want to see that you do not have significant liquid assets that would allow you to pay down your mortgage.

This seems simple enough, but it is a complicated process that takes the expertise of experienced professionals. I hold the CDPE® Designation and am ready to identify all possible options and, when possible, assist in the quick execution of a short sale transaction.

I have more information on foreclosure alternatives please visit the link below and please share this URL with anyone who needs that information:

www.SantaCruzAvoidForeclosure.com

If you have questions or feel you may qualify for a short sale, please contact me for a free consultation.

Understanding your options now could mean all the difference in the world.

Susan Grant, David Lyng Real Estate, Santa Cruz CA

To search for Santa Cruz properties please click here, www.SusanGrant.biz, or contact Susan Grant directly at (831) 247-9140.

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Soquel Village hosts an array of local shops and restaurants that the community enjoys regularly. Each shop has its unique sense of style and ambiance that invites travelers and locals alike to the exceptional Soquel area. One of the most popular activities on a nice sunny afternoon is seeking out your next treasure. Soquel offers a wide variety of antique shops including Brian Curtis Collectables and Soquel Village Antiques. If you’re looking for great items to decorate your home or to discover a hidden treasure, check out these excellent shops. Then after a long day of antiquing hunger will hit and some of the best restaurants call Soquel home. For superb Mexican food, Tortilla Flats serves outstanding meals and some of the best margaritas in town. If burgers and seafood are more your style than Carpo’s Restaurant can provide you with fresh, quality food at affordable prices. Serving Santa Cruz County for almost 30 years, Carpo’s has offered its awarding winning service and food to anyone who walks through the doors.

After a busy day, the best luxury to relax is a nice glass of quality wine. Michael’s on Main entices customers with great food and wine parings with a friendly and casual atmosphere. The local ingredients and products make Michael’s on Main a must for any resident or traveler. So enjoy an evening of great food, enjoyable company, and great live music all in one spot.

During the weekends, Soquel fills with locals and travelers roaming the streets while enjoying the great weather. If it’s a Friday night most locals head to Soquel High School to cheer on the football team. Soquel High, home of the Knights, produces one of the most successful sports programs in the area, especially the football program. The community comes together for each game and cheers their team to victory.

The community factor in Soquel holds true for all aspects including supporting each other like the Santa Cruz Association of Realtors. The mission of this association is to provide its members with tools to better their overall professionalism and integrity while striving to uphold and endorse private property rights. With the help of SCAOR, Santa Cruz County has some of the best realtors in California.

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