Chula Vista better schools and newer construction

[Scarlett]

[quote=bearishgurl]

If I were you, I would NOT commute at all. Life can be short. DO NOT DISCOUNT SIZE AND AGE! These things are NOT important in this county and have NOTHING do with value. LOCATION is the only thing that is important. Listen to the posters here and look at 30+ year-old homes in UC and 40+ year-old homes in Clairemont (92111/92117). Take Genessee or Governor Dr. to work. You can remodel little by little. Your kids don’t need gigantic rooms. There are many large lots and canyon lots in these areas. SDUSD has zone transfers and magnet programs available. Standley Middle and UC High are great schools. Other great HS’s in SD are Pt. Loma, Henry, Scripps Ranch and La Jolla. There are many noteable elem. schools.

‘Nuff said. Don’t get wrapped up in new construction hoopla. There aren’t any comps to support the inflated prices the developers are asking.[/quote]

I don’t think I will be ok with Clairemont anyway. and it’s not the age. It’s mostly a combination of public schools and prices. If I could get there a 1800-2000 sf SFR in decent shape, in a GOOD neighborhood, no matter the age, I’d consider it for 400K or less – to compensate for the school and the driving around I’ll do to a good school (I’ll try to choice in UC, but if I couldn’t get in, I’d have to afford a private one), and also for age/repairs/upgrades.

But I think I’d prefer UC much better than Clairemont. Schools, neighborhoods, commute…

I agree with you that size and age are not nearly as important as location. However, there is a size & # of bedrooms minimum (3 larger ones or 4) that I want. Different size minimum if single story (1600 sf) – but it depends a lot on the layout (usable & storage space)too. Age – it depends on the neighborhood.

Again, the same problem as in other places – lack of inventory and high prices which are bound to stay that way, with all these crap loan mods…

[bearishgurl]

Yes, Scarlett, I agree that CV is too far away to commute. Sorrento Valley is definitely 45 mins + commute from dtn. CV in rush hr and 35-40 mins. to LJ Cove – I don’t care what anyone else tells you.

Just hang in there for awhile, and wait ’til the tax credits disappear at the end of April to place another offer. Then you will not be bumping into so many bids at each (scarce) listing.

The “loan-mods” you speak of are fundamentally flawed because they do not address the exorbitant principal balance owed. I believe a great percentage of these will turn into “cash for keys” and foreclosures within the year. I also predict the many more bank-owned properties (shadow inventory) will flood the market in the coming months.

There are more two-story homes in 92117 which are in the size you’re looking for. 92111 has mostly (circa 1961) 1600-1800 SF (Mtn. Sts.) single- story properties but some are remodeled with a second story.

Probably Bay Ho (92110) is out of your price range, but have you thought of Bay Park near the flats of Morena Blvd (still 92110)? Your kids would still be eligible to attend the same elem. school. I know a family in Bay Park whose kids are going to school in LJ. If I’m not mistaken, I think Bay Ho and/or Bay Park might be in the LJ High attendance area. Check it out.

Also, try UC’s east side for weed-infested former rentals or foreclosures for price. It’s a little cheaper and you’ll still get to attend UC High.

Don’t be so concerned about elem. school, esp. kindergarten. Your kids have a long way to go and K-3 is mandated to no more than 20 students per classroom in CA public schools. Believe me, I’ve had kids attend elem. school when there were 30+ students-per-room and one attending when there were only 20 students per classroom and there was a HUGE difference in the amount they learned and retained. Your main concern is how well the local high school prepares kids for college entrance. This is the bottom line.

Again, I don’t think age should be a concern at all in coastal zones. Take Pt. Loma for example. 92106 is one of the only zips that has retained most or all of its value during this recession and the average home was built between 1933 and 1945. The top of Fleetridge is one of its “newest” areas and it was built in 1958. These are the among most sought-after properties in the entire county.

I’m not saying you are a SD transplant (most of us are, to some degree) but my experience is that many recent transplants have a propensity to value newer construction over older but in the case of SD’s best locations, the exact opposite is true. It is a difficult concept for many to grasp. PLEASE DO NOT DISCOUNT AGE. AGE-RELATED PROBLEMS CAN BE FIXED. LOCATION CAN NEVER BE FIXED. Just my .02.

[bearishgurl]

Yes, Scarlett, I agree that CV is too far away to commute. Sorrento Valley is definitely 45 mins + commute from dtn. CV in rush hr and 35-40 mins. to LJ Cove – I don’t care what anyone else tells you.

Just hang in there for awhile, and wait ’til the tax credits disappear at the end of April to place another offer. Then you will not be bumping into so many bids at each (scarce) listing.

The “loan-mods” you speak of are fundamentally flawed because they do not address the exorbitant principal balance owed. I believe a great percentage of these will turn into “cash for keys” and foreclosures within the year. I also predict the many more bank-owned properties (shadow inventory) will flood the market in the coming months.

There are more two-story homes in 92117 which are in the size you’re looking for. 92111 has mostly (circa 1961) 1600-1800 SF (Mtn. Sts.) single- story properties but some are remodeled with a second story.

Probably Bay Ho (92110) is out of your price range, but have you thought of Bay Park near the flats of Morena Blvd (still 92110)? Your kids would still be eligible to attend the same elem. school. I know a family in Bay Park whose kids are going to school in LJ. If I’m not mistaken, I think Bay Ho and/or Bay Park might be in the LJ High attendance area. Check it out.

Also, try UC’s east side for weed-infested former rentals or foreclosures for price. It’s a little cheaper and you’ll still get to attend UC High.

Don’t be so concerned about elem. school, esp. kindergarten. Your kids have a long way to go and K-3 is mandated to no more than 20 students per classroom in CA public schools. Believe me, I’ve had kids attend elem. school when there were 30+ students-per-room and one attending when there were only 20 students per classroom and there was a HUGE difference in the amount they learned and retained. Your main concern is how well the local high school prepares kids for college entrance. This is the bottom line.

Again, I don’t think age should be a concern at all in coastal zones. Take Pt. Loma for example. 92106 is one of the only zips that has retained most or all of its value during this recession and the average home was built between 1933 and 1945. The top of Fleetridge is one of its “newest” areas and it was built in 1958. These are the among most sought-after properties in the entire county.

I’m not saying you are a SD transplant (most of us are, to some degree) but my experience is that many recent transplants have a propensity to value newer construction over older but in the case of SD’s best locations, the exact opposite is true. It is a difficult concept for many to grasp. PLEASE DO NOT DISCOUNT AGE. AGE-RELATED PROBLEMS CAN BE FIXED. LOCATION CAN NEVER BE FIXED. Just my .02.

[bearishgurl]

Yes, Scarlett, I agree that CV is too far away to commute. Sorrento Valley is definitely 45 mins + commute from dtn. CV in rush hr and 35-40 mins. to LJ Cove – I don’t care what anyone else tells you.

Just hang in there for awhile, and wait ’til the tax credits disappear at the end of April to place another offer. Then you will not be bumping into so many bids at each (scarce) listing.

The “loan-mods” you speak of are fundamentally flawed because they do not address the exorbitant principal balance owed. I believe a great percentage of these will turn into “cash for keys” and foreclosures within the year. I also predict the many more bank-owned properties (shadow inventory) will flood the market in the coming months.

There are more two-story homes in 92117 which are in the size you’re looking for. 92111 has mostly (circa 1961) 1600-1800 SF (Mtn. Sts.) single- story properties but some are remodeled with a second story.

Probably Bay Ho (92110) is out of your price range, but have you thought of Bay Park near the flats of Morena Blvd (still 92110)? Your kids would still be eligible to attend the same elem. school. I know a family in Bay Park whose kids are going to school in LJ. If I’m not mistaken, I think Bay Ho and/or Bay Park might be in the LJ High attendance area. Check it out.

Also, try UC’s east side for weed-infested former rentals or foreclosures for price. It’s a little cheaper and you’ll still get to attend UC High.

Don’t be so concerned about elem. school, esp. kindergarten. Your kids have a long way to go and K-3 is mandated to no more than 20 students per classroom in CA public schools. Believe me, I’ve had kids attend elem. school when there were 30+ students-per-room and one attending when there were only 20 students per classroom and there was a HUGE difference in the amount they learned and retained. Your main concern is how well the local high school prepares kids for college entrance. This is the bottom line.

Again, I don’t think age should be a concern at all in coastal zones. Take Pt. Loma for example. 92106 is one of the only zips that has retained most or all of its value during this recession and the average home was built between 1933 and 1945. The top of Fleetridge is one of its “newest” areas and it was built in 1958. These are the among most sought-after properties in the entire county.

I’m not saying you are a SD transplant (most of us are, to some degree) but my experience is that many recent transplants have a propensity to value newer construction over older but in the case of SD’s best locations, the exact opposite is true. It is a difficult concept for many to grasp. PLEASE DO NOT DISCOUNT AGE. AGE-RELATED PROBLEMS CAN BE FIXED. LOCATION CAN NEVER BE FIXED. Just my .02.

[bearishgurl]

Yes, Scarlett, I agree that CV is too far away to commute. Sorrento Valley is definitely 45 mins + commute from dtn. CV in rush hr and 35-40 mins. to LJ Cove – I don’t care what anyone else tells you.

Just hang in there for awhile, and wait ’til the tax credits disappear at the end of April to place another offer. Then you will not be bumping into so many bids at each (scarce) listing.

The “loan-mods” you speak of are fundamentally flawed because they do not address the exorbitant principal balance owed. I believe a great percentage of these will turn into “cash for keys” and foreclosures within the year. I also predict the many more bank-owned properties (shadow inventory) will flood the market in the coming months.

There are more two-story homes in 92117 which are in the size you’re looking for. 92111 has mostly (circa 1961) 1600-1800 SF (Mtn. Sts.) single- story properties but some are remodeled with a second story.

Probably Bay Ho (92110) is out of your price range, but have you thought of Bay Park near the flats of Morena Blvd (still 92110)? Your kids would still be eligible to attend the same elem. school. I know a family in Bay Park whose kids are going to school in LJ. If I’m not mistaken, I think Bay Ho and/or Bay Park might be in the LJ High attendance area. Check it out.

Also, try UC’s east side for weed-infested former rentals or foreclosures for price. It’s a little cheaper and you’ll still get to attend UC High.

Don’t be so concerned about elem. school, esp. kindergarten. Your kids have a long way to go and K-3 is mandated to no more than 20 students per classroom in CA public schools. Believe me, I’ve had kids attend elem. school when there were 30+ students-per-room and one attending when there were only 20 students per classroom and there was a HUGE difference in the amount they learned and retained. Your main concern is how well the local high school prepares kids for college entrance. This is the bottom line.

Again, I don’t think age should be a concern at all in coastal zones. Take Pt. Loma for example. 92106 is one of the only zips that has retained most or all of its value during this recession and the average home was built between 1933 and 1945. The top of Fleetridge is one of its “newest” areas and it was built in 1958. These are the among most sought-after properties in the entire county.

I’m not saying you are a SD transplant (most of us are, to some degree) but my experience is that many recent transplants have a propensity to value newer construction over older but in the case of SD’s best locations, the exact opposite is true. It is a difficult concept for many to grasp. PLEASE DO NOT DISCOUNT AGE. AGE-RELATED PROBLEMS CAN BE FIXED. LOCATION CAN NEVER BE FIXED. Just my .02.

[bearishgurl]

Yes, Scarlett, I agree that CV is too far away to commute. Sorrento Valley is definitely 45 mins + commute from dtn. CV in rush hr and 35-40 mins. to LJ Cove – I don’t care what anyone else tells you.

Just hang in there for awhile, and wait ’til the tax credits disappear at the end of April to place another offer. Then you will not be bumping into so many bids at each (scarce) listing.

The “loan-mods” you speak of are fundamentally flawed because they do not address the exorbitant principal balance owed. I believe a great percentage of these will turn into “cash for keys” and foreclosures within the year. I also predict the many more bank-owned properties (shadow inventory) will flood the market in the coming months.

There are more two-story homes in 92117 which are in the size you’re looking for. 92111 has mostly (circa 1961) 1600-1800 SF (Mtn. Sts.) single- story properties but some are remodeled with a second story.

Probably Bay Ho (92110) is out of your price range, but have you thought of Bay Park near the flats of Morena Blvd (still 92110)? Your kids would still be eligible to attend the same elem. school. I know a family in Bay Park whose kids are going to school in LJ. If I’m not mistaken, I think Bay Ho and/or Bay Park might be in the LJ High attendance area. Check it out.

Also, try UC’s east side for weed-infested former rentals or foreclosures for price. It’s a little cheaper and you’ll still get to attend UC High.

Don’t be so concerned about elem. school, esp. kindergarten. Your kids have a long way to go and K-3 is mandated to no more than 20 students per classroom in CA public schools. Believe me, I’ve had kids attend elem. school when there were 30+ students-per-room and one attending when there were only 20 students per classroom and there was a HUGE difference in the amount they learned and retained. Your main concern is how well the local high school prepares kids for college entrance. This is the bottom line.

Again, I don’t think age should be a concern at all in coastal zones. Take Pt. Loma for example. 92106 is one of the only zips that has retained most or all of its value during this recession and the average home was built between 1933 and 1945. The top of Fleetridge is one of its “newest” areas and it was built in 1958. These are the among most sought-after properties in the entire county.

I’m not saying you are a SD transplant (most of us are, to some degree) but my experience is that many recent transplants have a propensity to value newer construction over older but in the case of SD’s best locations, the exact opposite is true. It is a difficult concept for many to grasp. PLEASE DO NOT DISCOUNT AGE. AGE-RELATED PROBLEMS CAN BE FIXED. LOCATION CAN NEVER BE FIXED. Just my .02.

[KIBU]

Just a remind for those who wait for 4/30 when the federal tax credit of 8000 expires….I thought that starting in May California is going give 10,000 tax credit?

At least in the coming months, they still have this huge incentives!

I think either 8000 or 10000 is more of an incentive to buy but when they disappear, it won’t be good enough reason for people not to buy.

[KIBU]

Just a remind for those who wait for 4/30 when the federal tax credit of 8000 expires….I thought that starting in May California is going give 10,000 tax credit?

At least in the coming months, they still have this huge incentives!

I think either 8000 or 10000 is more of an incentive to buy but when they disappear, it won’t be good enough reason for people not to buy.

[KIBU]

Just a remind for those who wait for 4/30 when the federal tax credit of 8000 expires….I thought that starting in May California is going give 10,000 tax credit?

At least in the coming months, they still have this huge incentives!

I think either 8000 or 10000 is more of an incentive to buy but when they disappear, it won’t be good enough reason for people not to buy.

[KIBU]

Just a remind for those who wait for 4/30 when the federal tax credit of 8000 expires….I thought that starting in May California is going give 10,000 tax credit?

At least in the coming months, they still have this huge incentives!

I think either 8000 or 10000 is more of an incentive to buy but when they disappear, it won’t be good enough reason for people not to buy.

[KIBU]

Just a remind for those who wait for 4/30 when the federal tax credit of 8000 expires….I thought that starting in May California is going give 10,000 tax credit?

At least in the coming months, they still have this huge incentives!

I think either 8000 or 10000 is more of an incentive to buy but when they disappear, it won’t be good enough reason for people not to buy.

[UCGal]

[quote=bearishgurl]Probably Bay Ho (92110) is out of your price range, but have you thought of Bay Park near the flats of Morena Blvd (still 92110)? Your kids would still be eligible to attend the same elem. school. I know a family in Bay Park whose kids are going to school in LJ. If I’m not mistaken, I think Bay Ho and/or Bay Park might be in the LJ High attendance area. Check it out.

Also, try UC’s east side for weed-infested former rentals or foreclosures for price. It’s a little cheaper and you’ll still get to attend UC High.

Don’t be so concerned about elem. school, esp. kindergarten. Your kids have a long way to go and K-3 is mandated to no more than 20 students per classroom in CA public schools. Believe me, I’ve had kids attend elem. school when there were 30+ students-per-room and one attending when there were only 20 students per classroom and there was a HUGE difference in the amount they learned and retained. Your main concern is how well the local high school prepares kids for college entrance. This is the bottom line.
[/quote]

A couple of corrections here.
– Bay Ho and Bay Park are NOT in the LJHS area. Bay Ho can choose between Mission Bay HS and Clairemont HS. Not sure about Bay Park – but since it’s south of Bay Ho – it’s not LJHS. LJHS does extend slightly outside of 92037 – by a few blocks in north PB. (aka Baja La Jolla.)

– The 20 kids max in K-3 went out the window this year due to budget cuts. My sons are both in this grade level – both are in classes larger than 20 at Curie Elementary.

Scarlett – there’s a new listing in UC that is awfully close to your criteria… 1683sf – but single level – so it lives larger… and listed for $560k.

http://www.sdlookup.com/MLS-100020116-4311_Robbins_St_San_Diego_CA_92122

[UCGal]

[quote=bearishgurl]Probably Bay Ho (92110) is out of your price range, but have you thought of Bay Park near the flats of Morena Blvd (still 92110)? Your kids would still be eligible to attend the same elem. school. I know a family in Bay Park whose kids are going to school in LJ. If I’m not mistaken, I think Bay Ho and/or Bay Park might be in the LJ High attendance area. Check it out.

Also, try UC’s east side for weed-infested former rentals or foreclosures for price. It’s a little cheaper and you’ll still get to attend UC High.

Don’t be so concerned about elem. school, esp. kindergarten. Your kids have a long way to go and K-3 is mandated to no more than 20 students per classroom in CA public schools. Believe me, I’ve had kids attend elem. school when there were 30+ students-per-room and one attending when there were only 20 students per classroom and there was a HUGE difference in the amount they learned and retained. Your main concern is how well the local high school prepares kids for college entrance. This is the bottom line.
[/quote]

A couple of corrections here.
– Bay Ho and Bay Park are NOT in the LJHS area. Bay Ho can choose between Mission Bay HS and Clairemont HS. Not sure about Bay Park – but since it’s south of Bay Ho – it’s not LJHS. LJHS does extend slightly outside of 92037 – by a few blocks in north PB. (aka Baja La Jolla.)

– The 20 kids max in K-3 went out the window this year due to budget cuts. My sons are both in this grade level – both are in classes larger than 20 at Curie Elementary.

Scarlett – there’s a new listing in UC that is awfully close to your criteria… 1683sf – but single level – so it lives larger… and listed for $560k.

http://www.sdlookup.com/MLS-100020116-4311_Robbins_St_San_Diego_CA_92122

[UCGal]

[quote=bearishgurl]Probably Bay Ho (92110) is out of your price range, but have you thought of Bay Park near the flats of Morena Blvd (still 92110)? Your kids would still be eligible to attend the same elem. school. I know a family in Bay Park whose kids are going to school in LJ. If I’m not mistaken, I think Bay Ho and/or Bay Park might be in the LJ High attendance area. Check it out.

Also, try UC’s east side for weed-infested former rentals or foreclosures for price. It’s a little cheaper and you’ll still get to attend UC High.

Don’t be so concerned about elem. school, esp. kindergarten. Your kids have a long way to go and K-3 is mandated to no more than 20 students per classroom in CA public schools. Believe me, I’ve had kids attend elem. school when there were 30+ students-per-room and one attending when there were only 20 students per classroom and there was a HUGE difference in the amount they learned and retained. Your main concern is how well the local high school prepares kids for college entrance. This is the bottom line.
[/quote]

A couple of corrections here.
– Bay Ho and Bay Park are NOT in the LJHS area. Bay Ho can choose between Mission Bay HS and Clairemont HS. Not sure about Bay Park – but since it’s south of Bay Ho – it’s not LJHS. LJHS does extend slightly outside of 92037 – by a few blocks in north PB. (aka Baja La Jolla.)

– The 20 kids max in K-3 went out the window this year due to budget cuts. My sons are both in this grade level – both are in classes larger than 20 at Curie Elementary.

Scarlett – there’s a new listing in UC that is awfully close to your criteria… 1683sf – but single level – so it lives larger… and listed for $560k.

http://www.sdlookup.com/MLS-100020116-4311_Robbins_St_San_Diego_CA_92122

[UCGal]

[quote=bearishgurl]Probably Bay Ho (92110) is out of your price range, but have you thought of Bay Park near the flats of Morena Blvd (still 92110)? Your kids would still be eligible to attend the same elem. school. I know a family in Bay Park whose kids are going to school in LJ. If I’m not mistaken, I think Bay Ho and/or Bay Park might be in the LJ High attendance area. Check it out.

Also, try UC’s east side for weed-infested former rentals or foreclosures for price. It’s a little cheaper and you’ll still get to attend UC High.

Don’t be so concerned about elem. school, esp. kindergarten. Your kids have a long way to go and K-3 is mandated to no more than 20 students per classroom in CA public schools. Believe me, I’ve had kids attend elem. school when there were 30+ students-per-room and one attending when there were only 20 students per classroom and there was a HUGE difference in the amount they learned and retained. Your main concern is how well the local high school prepares kids for college entrance. This is the bottom line.
[/quote]

A couple of corrections here.
– Bay Ho and Bay Park are NOT in the LJHS area. Bay Ho can choose between Mission Bay HS and Clairemont HS. Not sure about Bay Park – but since it’s south of Bay Ho – it’s not LJHS. LJHS does extend slightly outside of 92037 – by a few blocks in north PB. (aka Baja La Jolla.)

– The 20 kids max in K-3 went out the window this year due to budget cuts. My sons are both in this grade level – both are in classes larger than 20 at Curie Elementary.

Scarlett – there’s a new listing in UC that is awfully close to your criteria… 1683sf – but single level – so it lives larger… and listed for $560k.

http://www.sdlookup.com/MLS-100020116-4311_Robbins_St_San_Diego_CA_92122

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