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Annual Christmas Tree Lighting at Fashion Island in Newport Beach

Annual Christmas Tree Lighting at Fashion Island
in
Newport Beach


The Annual Christmas Tree Lighting will be held at Fashion Island in Newport Beach coming up on November 20 and 21, 2009 at 6:00 pm in the Bloomingdale's Courtyard. Also, celebrate Santa Claus arrival in preparation for the holiday season. Santa Claus should be arriving at 6:00 after the tree lighting. With over 17,000 holiday lights and ornaments, the tree lighting is an event not to be missed.

Fashion Island has been undergoing renovations in the Bloomingdale's courtyard, and this is where the tree lighting will take place.
Below is a photo of the tree as they are setting it up from last year.
Christmas Tree at Fashion Island

The Christmas Tree at Fashion Island is decorated every year, and visitors from all over come to Fashion Island to see it, and photograph the Christmas Tree. And although I realize that Thanksgiving has not yet arrived, it is time to start thinking about the impending Holiday Season.

Hope you can come for the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. Look forward to seeing you there!

If I can answer any questions about Newport Beach Real Estate, please contact me at 949.280.0681.

Originally Posted at NewportBeachRealEstateCafe.com
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Disclaimer: Information contained herein are the views and opinions of Sharon Paxson. This information may be based on information from multiple sources, and may be subject to change without notice. This information is not guaranteed, have warranties either express or implied, may be time sensitive, and may or may not be deemed reliable at the time of researching this article. Information regarding property for sale and market reports is obtained from the SoCalMLS.


Lido Isle in Newport Beach, CA

Lido Isle in Newport Beach, CA
View from Lido Isle
Lido Isle in Newport Beach was originally incorporated into the city of Newport Beach in 1906. Lido was one of the first communities to be built with underground utilities. Currently, many of the other communities in Newport Beach are in the process of putting the utilities underground. Newport Shores in Newport Beach has been completed, Along Seashore, and part of the Balboa Peninsula, and Peninsula Point has begun the process as well.

In 1928, a plan for Lido Isle was developed by Lido Isle was incorporated into Newport Beach in 1906.

The area was built with streets named after Lido of Venice, which is a beautiful resort on the coast of Italy. Some of the names of the streets included in the development utilized the names of Mediterranean cities, including Genoa, Nice and Ithaca to name the streets on Lido Isle. The names of the streets on Lido all have Via in front of them – for example Via Nice. Via means Latin road.

Lido Isle has approximately 873 homes on the island. One of the amenities of Lido Isle is the Lido Island Yacht Club which is a yacht club available for the residents of Lido. Also, there are private tennis courts and private beaches located on the bay for the residents to enjoy. This area of Newport Beach encourages out door activities including a aquatics and a junior sailing program. During the summer months, many of the children utilize the Lido Isle Yacht Club for swimming and enjoying the Newport Beach climate. Below is a photograph of the Lido Isle Yacht Club.
Lido Isle yacht club

Many of the homes on Via Lido Soud and Via Lido Nord have boat slips. And Newport Harbor is one of the larger harbors in the country. It is ideal for both power yachts and sailors.

Lido Isle is truly a unique area and offers an incredible lifestyle and it is highly sought after.

Currently there are 35 active listings on Lido Isle in Newport Beach. The following are links to a few properties, and if you would like more details, please contact me for the information.
Lido Isle Market Update

The lowest price property on Lido Isle is from $949,500 for a condo at 111 Via Lido Nord.

Another home located at 122 Via Palermo is priced at $,1965,000.

232 Via Genoa – priced at $3,275,000

The highest priced home on Lido Isle is located at 939 Via Lido Soud and is priced at $11,500,000.

Currently there are four listings on Lido Isle that are in back up and pending status.

Per the MLS, there are five sales since August, 1, 2009. They are as follows:

105 Via Waziers – sold for $1,295,000

114 Via Cordova – sold for $1,686,506

120 Via Genoa – sold for $2,050,000

120 Via Waziers – sold for $2,495,000

823 Via Lido Soud – sold for $6,000,000

If you happen to reside in a property on Via Lido Soud - you will enjoy the sunsets. Or if you reside on Via Lido Nord - enjoy the morning sun and those homes face the Balboa Bay Club. The views from both of these streets are amazing for the Newport Beach Boat Parade. That is coming up on December 16, 2009.

If I can answer any questions regarding Lido Isle Real Estate, please contact me.

Phone or Text: 949.280.0681

Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com

Originally posted at NewportBeachRealEstateCafe.com

Disclaimer: Information contained herein are the views and opinions of Sharon Paxson. This information may be based on information from multiple sources, and may be subject to change without notice. This information is not guaranteed, have warranties either express or implied, may be time sensitive, and may or may not be deemed reliable at the time of researching this article. Information regarding property for sale and market reports is obtained from the SoCalMLS.

Emerald Bay in Laguna Beach, CA

Emerald Bay in Laguna Beach, Ca

Emerald Bay in Laguna Beach
Emerald Bay is located in Laguna Beach and is a private gated community. Emerald Bay is an exclusive community with spectacular ocean views and beautiful color water. It is located on both sides of Coast Highway, there are beach front homes as well as homes which sit up on the hill with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. There is a tunnel which goes under Coast Highway to access Main Beach. There are private tennis courts, sand volleyball courts, parks and a private swimming pool for the residents use. Below is a photo of one of the tennis courts with an Ocean View.

Emerald Bay in Laguna Beach Tennis Court

Emerald Bay was originally founded in 1929 and it was named for the color of the water. Many of the residents of Emerald Bay use golf carts to travel in and around Emerald Bay. Emerald Bay also has it’s own Fire Station as seen here.


Emerald Bay in Laguna Beach Fire Station
This guard gated area of Laguna Beach has 521 home sites, and fourteen of those homes are beach front. Emerald Bay has is a highly sought after area.
Emerald Bay in Laguna Beach
Currently there are 22 active listings on the market. The lowest priced home in $2,950,000 and the highest priced home is $21,000,000. Value is based upon the location, view, size and condition of the property. For specifics on the active listings in Emerald Bay, please visit NewportBeachRealEstateCafe.com.

Currently, there are four in back up and pending ranging in price from $2,500,000 to $10,500,000.

The most recent solds since August 1, 2009 are as follows:

707 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach – Sold for $2,000,000

197 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach – Sold for $4,500,000

526 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach – Sold for $5,995,000

If I can answer any questions about real estate in Laguna Beach, Corona del Mar or Newport Beach, please contact me.

Originally posted at NewportBeachRealEstateCafe.com

Phone or Text: 949.280.0681

Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com

Disclaimer: Information contained herein are the views and opinions of Sharon Paxson. This information may be based on information from multiple sources, and may be subject to change without notice. This information is not guaranteed, have warranties either express or implied, may be time sensitive, and may or may not be deemed reliable at the time of researching this article. Information regarding property for sale and market reports is obtained from the SoCalMLS.

Wordless Wednesday - Changing Colors

Lake Arrowhead

All photographs are taken and posted by Sharon Paxson, copyright© 2009. All rights reserved. Photographs may not be copied, or reproduced without the express, written permission of Sharon Paxson, Realtor, Prudential California Realty, Newport Beach. Contact Sharon Paxson for permission for use of photograph, and permission may be granted in writing.

Newport Shores Market Update

Newport Shores Market Update

Newport Beach

Market Report for August 1 to October 22, 2009

Newport Shores Market Update

Newport Shores is a community located at the west side of Newport Beach. It is a beach community. Approximately 440 homes are located in Newport Shores. There is a home owners association, and there is a clubhouse for year round events, heated pool, tennis court, basket ball court and a sand volley ball court.

Currently, there are 10 properties located in Newport Shores in Newport Beach that are for sale. The active listings are as follows:

334 Walnut, Newport Beach – Priced at $749,000

This home features three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

337 Colton, Newport Beach – Priced at $799,000

This two story home has three bedrooms, and two bathrooms. All the bedrooms are located upstairs.

218 Colton Street, Newport Beach – priced at $929,999

This single family home is two story, and has been upgraded with granite countertops in the kitchen. This property is a short sale.

304 Colton Street, Newport Beach – priced at $950,000

This single family two story home has four bedrooms, and two and one half bathrooms. This home has a very desirable floor plan with all the four bedrooms upstairs. This is a standard sale.

210 Fern Street, Newport Beach – Priced at $999,000

This property is a duplex.

318 62nd Street, Newport Beach – Priced at $1,320,000

This single family home is located on 62nd Street on the Canal. There are granite counter tops in the kitchen. Enjoy the location at this home in Newport Shores.

331 Canal Street, Newport Beach – Priced at $1,450,000

This four bedroom single family home is located on the Canal in Newport Shores. With a west facing view, this home has been upgraded with granite counter tops and stainless appliances in the kitchen.

343 62nd Street, Newport Beach – Priced at $1,549,000

This home has three bedrooms and a den. This home has been upgraded through out.

255 Walnut Street, Newport Beach - Priced at $1,629,000

315 Canal Street, Newport Beach – Priced at $1,675,000

This single family home has three bedrooms, three and a half bathrooms, located on the Canal with west facing views.

The following homes are in Back up status:

320 Prospect Street, Newport Beach – Priced at $699,000

340 Prospect Street, Newport Beach – Priced at $699,999

227 Walnut Street, Newport Beach – Priced at $825,000

452 Prospect Street, Newport Beach – Priced at $825,000

247 Prospect Street, Newport Beach – Priced at $829,000

The following properties have sold since August 1, 2009:

214 62nd Street, Newport Beach – sold at $650,000

254 Cedar Street, Newport Beach – sold at $655,000

235 Orange Street, Newport Beach – sold at $740,000

219 Orange Street, Newport Beach – sold at $1,135,000

263 Colton Street, Newport Beach – sold at $1,250,000

If I can answer any questions about Newport Shores Real Estate or Newport Beach Real Estate, please contact me:

Phone or Text: 949.280.0681

Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com

Originally posted at NewportBeachRealEstateCafe.com

Disclaimer: Information contained herein are the views and opinions of Sharon Paxson. This information may be based on information from multiple sources, and may be subject to change without notice. This information is not guaranteed, have warranties either express or implied, may be time sensitive, and may or may not be deemed reliable at the time of researching this article. Information regarding property for sale and market reports is obtained from the SoCalMLS.