Parc@54 in San Diego

[luvsan]

I am reposting this because I posted it in the wrong forum area:

I’m looking to buy a house or condo in San Diego. I love the beaches down there and the weather. I don’t really know the city well and have only been to the clairmont area recently. I’m a divorced professional with two children entering their teens, so I can make do with a 2 or 3 bedroom condo, or a small, cozy house. I’m aware the shape the economy is and that real estate is only going to go down. Having said that, I’m currently renting a 2 bed condo in the Riverside area and paying a little under $1300 a month.

So, is Parc@54 a good deal? The asking prices are $199k and 239K for the condo’s that I would go for. Will they negotiate that? Is it a good time to buy this now? Also, I like new construction.

What about the area? THe saleslady tells me it’s in the college area? Is that area safe? I’m a professional and don’t want to live anywhere shady or trashy with a high crime rate. But, I do like an area close to nice shops, restaurants and of course, the beach.

Also, could I get a small house in San Diego for the price I’d be paying at Parc 54? But, I don’t want a fixer upper.

Here are the general directions to the complex:

Directions to the Community:
From I-8 exit Mission Gorge Rd/Fairmount Ave. Go south towards Fairmount Ave So. Take ramp to Montezuma. Turn right on Collwood and cross El Cajon Blvd. Collwood turns into 54th Street. Make a U-turn at University Ave.

All answers appeciated!

ALso, if there are any other new condos in San Diego for that price, let me know.

Thanks to those who have replied on the buying and selling forum. I’d definitely be concerned if Park@54 is in a bad area because I have a 13-year and a 16-year-old who will be attending the public schools.

[Aecetia]

luvsan wrote: What about the
Submitted by meadandale on November 9, 2008 – 6:15pm.

luvsan wrote:

What about the area? THe saleslady tells me it’s in the college area? Is that area safe? I’m a professional and don’t want to live anywhere shady or trashy with a high crime rate.

The area around SDSU has a VERY high crime rate. The area you are talking about borders on what I would call “the hood”. Personally, I wouldn’t even rent anything in that part of town, let alone buy anything…but that’s just me.

[Aecetia]

luvsan wrote: What about the
Submitted by meadandale on November 9, 2008 – 6:15pm.

luvsan wrote:

What about the area? THe saleslady tells me it’s in the college area? Is that area safe? I’m a professional and don’t want to live anywhere shady or trashy with a high crime rate.

The area around SDSU has a VERY high crime rate. The area you are talking about borders on what I would call “the hood”. Personally, I wouldn’t even rent anything in that part of town, let alone buy anything…but that’s just me.

[Aecetia]

luvsan wrote: What about the
Submitted by meadandale on November 9, 2008 – 6:15pm.

luvsan wrote:

What about the area? THe saleslady tells me it’s in the college area? Is that area safe? I’m a professional and don’t want to live anywhere shady or trashy with a high crime rate.

The area around SDSU has a VERY high crime rate. The area you are talking about borders on what I would call “the hood”. Personally, I wouldn’t even rent anything in that part of town, let alone buy anything…but that’s just me.

[Aecetia]

luvsan wrote: What about the
Submitted by meadandale on November 9, 2008 – 6:15pm.

luvsan wrote:

What about the area? THe saleslady tells me it’s in the college area? Is that area safe? I’m a professional and don’t want to live anywhere shady or trashy with a high crime rate.

The area around SDSU has a VERY high crime rate. The area you are talking about borders on what I would call “the hood”. Personally, I wouldn’t even rent anything in that part of town, let alone buy anything…but that’s just me.

[Aecetia]

luvsan wrote: What about the
Submitted by meadandale on November 9, 2008 – 6:15pm.

luvsan wrote:

What about the area? THe saleslady tells me it’s in the college area? Is that area safe? I’m a professional and don’t want to live anywhere shady or trashy with a high crime rate.

The area around SDSU has a VERY high crime rate. The area you are talking about borders on what I would call “the hood”. Personally, I wouldn’t even rent anything in that part of town, let alone buy anything…but that’s just me.

[Veritas]

Find out what the school scores in that area are. I agree with meadandale above that the area is less than desirable in terms of crime and the schools might not work out for your children. Better to have an older house or condo. in a better neighborhood.

[Veritas]

Find out what the school scores in that area are. I agree with meadandale above that the area is less than desirable in terms of crime and the schools might not work out for your children. Better to have an older house or condo. in a better neighborhood.

[Veritas]

Find out what the school scores in that area are. I agree with meadandale above that the area is less than desirable in terms of crime and the schools might not work out for your children. Better to have an older house or condo. in a better neighborhood.

[Veritas]

Find out what the school scores in that area are. I agree with meadandale above that the area is less than desirable in terms of crime and the schools might not work out for your children. Better to have an older house or condo. in a better neighborhood.

[Veritas]

Find out what the school scores in that area are. I agree with meadandale above that the area is less than desirable in terms of crime and the schools might not work out for your children. Better to have an older house or condo. in a better neighborhood.

[SD Realtor]

I have a home not terribly far from there in an area called Talmadge that is a rental property. This part of town is known as the college area. I would not advise you to purchase in this area if you are looking for a quality area to send your kids to public school.

If you are not to familiar with San Diego I could not urge you in strong enough terms to rent for awhile after you move down here rather then buying. The county is quite diverse and locking into a home purchase without having a firm grasp of the different selections is taking a substantial risk. Given the price range you are looking at, as well as being recently divorced I would actually recommend a condo. I know HOAs suck but do you really need the overhead associated with taking care of a yard and such? The price differential is substantial and you would potentially be able to live in an area with better public schools.

[SD Realtor]

I have a home not terribly far from there in an area called Talmadge that is a rental property. This part of town is known as the college area. I would not advise you to purchase in this area if you are looking for a quality area to send your kids to public school.

If you are not to familiar with San Diego I could not urge you in strong enough terms to rent for awhile after you move down here rather then buying. The county is quite diverse and locking into a home purchase without having a firm grasp of the different selections is taking a substantial risk. Given the price range you are looking at, as well as being recently divorced I would actually recommend a condo. I know HOAs suck but do you really need the overhead associated with taking care of a yard and such? The price differential is substantial and you would potentially be able to live in an area with better public schools.

[SD Realtor]

I have a home not terribly far from there in an area called Talmadge that is a rental property. This part of town is known as the college area. I would not advise you to purchase in this area if you are looking for a quality area to send your kids to public school.

If you are not to familiar with San Diego I could not urge you in strong enough terms to rent for awhile after you move down here rather then buying. The county is quite diverse and locking into a home purchase without having a firm grasp of the different selections is taking a substantial risk. Given the price range you are looking at, as well as being recently divorced I would actually recommend a condo. I know HOAs suck but do you really need the overhead associated with taking care of a yard and such? The price differential is substantial and you would potentially be able to live in an area with better public schools.

[SD Realtor]

I have a home not terribly far from there in an area called Talmadge that is a rental property. This part of town is known as the college area. I would not advise you to purchase in this area if you are looking for a quality area to send your kids to public school.

If you are not to familiar with San Diego I could not urge you in strong enough terms to rent for awhile after you move down here rather then buying. The county is quite diverse and locking into a home purchase without having a firm grasp of the different selections is taking a substantial risk. Given the price range you are looking at, as well as being recently divorced I would actually recommend a condo. I know HOAs suck but do you really need the overhead associated with taking care of a yard and such? The price differential is substantial and you would potentially be able to live in an area with better public schools.

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