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Callippe Preserve Golf and Real Estate, Pleasanton CA

Callippe Preserve Golf courseCallippe Preserve is the newest golf course in the east bay, having just opened in 2005. Nestled in the valley with verdant hills and majestic vistas, it is a beautiful course and one of my favorites. This par 72 course has 5 sets of tee boxes with yardage ranging from 6,748 to 4,788. As someone who doesn't yet have distance I especially appreciate the advantage of the forward tees, but ladies don't think it will be easy! Callippe is a demanding course for all levels of play. The course is named for the Callippe Silverspot butterfly, an endangered species, and there are several protected areas on the course. Hit your ball in to one of them and you'll need to drop - just one more obstacle to add to the creeks and strategically placed bunkers.

Green fees for Callippe vary, depending on the day and time. Pleasanton residents get a discount. Callippe has several unique programs such as a solorider golf cart and a shadow golf program. There is also a large driving range, lessons, and a clubhouse with restaurant. Callippe offers many special events throughout the year. For more information or to book a tee time go to Callippe Preserve Golf.

Callippe homesThere is a master planned development surrounding the course with 34 custom home sites, several of which are still available. If you've ever dreamed of building your own golf course home, now is the time! Prices have dropped significantly and there are currently a few lots of approximately 1/2 acre each on the market ranging in price from $649K to $999K. There are also several large homesites (from 1 acre to nearly 2.5 acres) at a nearby "green" community, from $800K to $1.1M. If you're not up for building your own, there are a few homes for sale within a short distance of Callippe. It's a great south Pleasanton area with large lots and a country feel. Homes currently available range from a 3/2 for $699K to a 5/4 for $1.199M. To search for homes in Pleasanton near Callippe, go to Pleasantion homes for sale.

Callippe score card

For more information on homes near Callippe Preserve and other golf courses in the East Bay, call me at (925) 352-6830.

See you on the links!

Donna

www.EastBayRE.com

Dublin CA Real Estate Values and Trends January 2010

Dublin CADublin CA real estate activity started off strong for 2010. There were 29 sales completed (17 condos and 19 detached homes). The average list price was $482,400 ($370,679 for condos and $594,121 for homes) and the average sales price was $483,423 ($374,317 for condos and $592,529 for homes). So overall there was a small increase in sales price! This is great news for Dublin as many other communities are still experiencing declining values.

Here is the real estate activity for Dublin in January 2010.

Address List Price Sale Price SqFt BR Bth DOM
Condo/Townhouse
CROSS CREEK CIR $279,000 $283,000 1070 3 2 6
FINNIAN WAY $339,900 $350,000 1428 2 2.5 5
BRIGADOON WAY $432,500 $432,500 1520 3 2.5 33
SANDYFORD CT $381,200 $390,000 1538 2 2 31
DULSIE LN $419,000 $440,000 1387 3 2.5 4
DUBLIN BLVD $339,000 $314,300 1298 2 2.5 35
TUSCANY DR $299,999 $285,000 950 2 2 88
MAGUIRE WAY $341,550 $347,000 1386 2 2.5 15
FITZWILLIAM ST $398,500 $410,000 1897 3 2.5 28
MONAGHAN ST $395,000 $350,000 1897 3 2.5 52
WHITWORTH DR $382,500 $405,000 1634 2 2.5 7
WHITWORTH DR $440,000 $485,000 2250 3 2.5 68
Detached
FRANCIA COURT $549,900 $565,000 1655 3 2.5 3
HANSEN DR $867,900 $870,000 3547 6 4 6
8783 DAVONA DR $519,950 $501,500 1876 4 2 420
WESTPORT WAY $600,000 $570,000 1667 3 2.5 34
W VOMAC RD $629,000 $655,000 2501 4 3 14
TOPAZ CIR $695,000 $665,000 2671 4 3 62
SPARROW CT $639,000 $645,000 2191 3 2.5 9
NEWHAVEN ST $573,000 $610,000 1784 3 2.5 7
DOVER LANE $319,000 $312,500 1055 3 1 29
BANDON DRIVE $424,950 $425,000 1080 3 2 7
FIREBRAND DR $449,950 $435,000 1116 3 2 54
HOBSTONE PL $850,000 $850,000 4086 5 4.5 0
IDLEWOOD ST $554,400 $571,000 1975 3 2.5 36
HINSDALE CT $629,000 $617,000 2192 4 2.5 90
SHADOW HILL $599,000 $575,000 1862 3 2.5 42
TORY WAY $525,000 $495,000 1867 5 3 114
S FORESTDALE CIR $675,000 $711,000 2509 5 3 11

Click here to search for homes in Dublin CA.

Visit my website www.EastBayRE.com or call mefor more information on real estate in Dublin CA or other east bay cities.

Canyon Lakes Golf and Real Estate, San Ramon CA

Canyon Lakes Golf Club and Real Estate, San Ramon California

Canyon Lakes Golf Club, San RamonIt's hard to think about golf with all the rain we've been getting. But pretty soon the sun will be shining, the hills will be green, and it will be time to get out and play! Canyon Lakes golf club is a wonderful 18 hole public course in San Ramon. It is nestled in the foothills with spectacular views of Mt. Diable and the San Ramon Valley. This 6,300 yard par 71 course has wide fairways, but plenty of water and sand to test your abilities. The 14th hole, a 500 yard par 5 is especially challenging, not only for duffers like me but even for single digit handicap golfers!

Canyon Lakes green fees range from $42 to $82 for 18 holes, depending on the day and time. Several 9 hole price options are also available, perfect for those late summer afternoons after work. I have always found the course to be well maintained and the staff helpful. Canyon Lakes Golf Club is centrally located on Bollinger Drive in San Ramon. To book a tee time, go to Canyon Lakes Golf Club.

The course meaders through the beautiful Canyon Lakes community composed of upscale homes and townhouses. Many of the Canyon Lakes homes have commanding views of the golf course and surrounding hills, and some are situated on the course itself.

Canyon Lakes homes, San Ramon

Current golf course view listings range from a 657 sq.ft. 1/1 condo for $190K to a 2,000 sq.ft. detached 3/2.5 home for $679K. The majority are 2/2 townhomes with prices in the $300K's. Expect to find nicely appointed interiors with granite kitchens, upgraded bathrooms, high ceilings, and more.

Click here to browse Canyon Lakes homes for sale.

For those people who want the golf community experience and can't afford a private club membership, a golf view home at Canyon Lakes is just the answer. For more information on homes near Canyon Lakes Golf Club and other golf courses in the East Bay, call me at (925) 352-6830.

See you on the links!

Donna

www.EastBayRE.com

Canyon Lakes scorecard, San Ramon