Skyranch in Santee

[santeeman]

“In fact, one of the neighbors sold their condo to buy one of these houses. You cannot convince those who do not like Santee to like it so you should just enjoy living there. It works for me.”

That’s right. I know, and I really don’t care or want more people here anyway. Really it’s kind of my point. It is nice, the schools are good, and I won’t argue that point with someone whom so obviously has no idea.

But it leaves me still wondering whhat’s with all the hate?

[Coronita]

[quote=santeeman]”In fact, one of the neighbors sold their condo to buy one of these houses. You cannot convince those who do not like Santee to like it so you should just enjoy living there. It works for me.”

That’s right. I know, and I really don’t care or want more people here anyway. Really it’s kind of my point. It is nice, the schools are good, and I won’t argue that point with someone whom so obviously has no idea.

But it leaves me still wondering whhat’s with all the hate?[/quote]

I don’t think it’s a hate. I think several of us are trying to sort through real versus memorex claims made on this thread. To some extent this sort of questioning/digging is being done sort of to followup on some of those claims.

[Coronita]

[quote=santeeman]”In fact, one of the neighbors sold their condo to buy one of these houses. You cannot convince those who do not like Santee to like it so you should just enjoy living there. It works for me.”

That’s right. I know, and I really don’t care or want more people here anyway. Really it’s kind of my point. It is nice, the schools are good, and I won’t argue that point with someone whom so obviously has no idea.

But it leaves me still wondering whhat’s with all the hate?[/quote]

I don’t think it’s a hate. I think several of us are trying to sort through real versus memorex claims made on this thread. To some extent this sort of questioning/digging is being done sort of to followup on some of those claims.

[Coronita]

[quote=santeeman]”In fact, one of the neighbors sold their condo to buy one of these houses. You cannot convince those who do not like Santee to like it so you should just enjoy living there. It works for me.”

That’s right. I know, and I really don’t care or want more people here anyway. Really it’s kind of my point. It is nice, the schools are good, and I won’t argue that point with someone whom so obviously has no idea.

But it leaves me still wondering whhat’s with all the hate?[/quote]

I don’t think it’s a hate. I think several of us are trying to sort through real versus memorex claims made on this thread. To some extent this sort of questioning/digging is being done sort of to followup on some of those claims.

[Coronita]

[quote=santeeman]”In fact, one of the neighbors sold their condo to buy one of these houses. You cannot convince those who do not like Santee to like it so you should just enjoy living there. It works for me.”

That’s right. I know, and I really don’t care or want more people here anyway. Really it’s kind of my point. It is nice, the schools are good, and I won’t argue that point with someone whom so obviously has no idea.

But it leaves me still wondering whhat’s with all the hate?[/quote]

I don’t think it’s a hate. I think several of us are trying to sort through real versus memorex claims made on this thread. To some extent this sort of questioning/digging is being done sort of to followup on some of those claims.

[Coronita]

[quote=santeeman]”In fact, one of the neighbors sold their condo to buy one of these houses. You cannot convince those who do not like Santee to like it so you should just enjoy living there. It works for me.”

That’s right. I know, and I really don’t care or want more people here anyway. Really it’s kind of my point. It is nice, the schools are good, and I won’t argue that point with someone whom so obviously has no idea.

But it leaves me still wondering whhat’s with all the hate?[/quote]

I don’t think it’s a hate. I think several of us are trying to sort through real versus memorex claims made on this thread. To some extent this sort of questioning/digging is being done sort of to followup on some of those claims.

[PKMAN]

[quote=sunny88]We ended up staying in our old condo in Mira Mesa after realizing that it was a bad time to sell our condo there. We really liked the Canopy Park townhomes though and were considering them seriously for a while. How has that neighborhood been lately? Any sales activity?[/quote]
Canopy Park is still selling, but prices have gone up. Back in late ’09, it was at low as $350K with 6% credit on options & closing costs. Now it starts at about $390K and no credit. Lots of young families with or without children. I meet new neighbors all the time when walking the dog.

Due to the influx of new townhouses, the HOA has gone from $120 to $108 per month. My wife and I both work in the Serra Mesa area and many of our colleagues live in RB. While they often gripe about the rush hour traffic and taking up to 1 hour to get to work / go home, we almost never taken longer than 30 minutes; 20 minutes is the average one-way commute.

The only negative thing I can think about Santee living is weather. It’s very hot here in summer time, much more so than where I used to live (San Marcos). New home’s dual-pane low-e glass and Energy Star certified A/C keep the electricity cost to reasonably low but once you step outside, it’s HOT. It’s also hard to keep the lawn green without violating city’s regulation on watering usage.

[PKMAN]

[quote=sunny88]We ended up staying in our old condo in Mira Mesa after realizing that it was a bad time to sell our condo there. We really liked the Canopy Park townhomes though and were considering them seriously for a while. How has that neighborhood been lately? Any sales activity?[/quote]
Canopy Park is still selling, but prices have gone up. Back in late ’09, it was at low as $350K with 6% credit on options & closing costs. Now it starts at about $390K and no credit. Lots of young families with or without children. I meet new neighbors all the time when walking the dog.

Due to the influx of new townhouses, the HOA has gone from $120 to $108 per month. My wife and I both work in the Serra Mesa area and many of our colleagues live in RB. While they often gripe about the rush hour traffic and taking up to 1 hour to get to work / go home, we almost never taken longer than 30 minutes; 20 minutes is the average one-way commute.

The only negative thing I can think about Santee living is weather. It’s very hot here in summer time, much more so than where I used to live (San Marcos). New home’s dual-pane low-e glass and Energy Star certified A/C keep the electricity cost to reasonably low but once you step outside, it’s HOT. It’s also hard to keep the lawn green without violating city’s regulation on watering usage.

[PKMAN]

[quote=sunny88]We ended up staying in our old condo in Mira Mesa after realizing that it was a bad time to sell our condo there. We really liked the Canopy Park townhomes though and were considering them seriously for a while. How has that neighborhood been lately? Any sales activity?[/quote]
Canopy Park is still selling, but prices have gone up. Back in late ’09, it was at low as $350K with 6% credit on options & closing costs. Now it starts at about $390K and no credit. Lots of young families with or without children. I meet new neighbors all the time when walking the dog.

Due to the influx of new townhouses, the HOA has gone from $120 to $108 per month. My wife and I both work in the Serra Mesa area and many of our colleagues live in RB. While they often gripe about the rush hour traffic and taking up to 1 hour to get to work / go home, we almost never taken longer than 30 minutes; 20 minutes is the average one-way commute.

The only negative thing I can think about Santee living is weather. It’s very hot here in summer time, much more so than where I used to live (San Marcos). New home’s dual-pane low-e glass and Energy Star certified A/C keep the electricity cost to reasonably low but once you step outside, it’s HOT. It’s also hard to keep the lawn green without violating city’s regulation on watering usage.

[PKMAN]

[quote=sunny88]We ended up staying in our old condo in Mira Mesa after realizing that it was a bad time to sell our condo there. We really liked the Canopy Park townhomes though and were considering them seriously for a while. How has that neighborhood been lately? Any sales activity?[/quote]
Canopy Park is still selling, but prices have gone up. Back in late ’09, it was at low as $350K with 6% credit on options & closing costs. Now it starts at about $390K and no credit. Lots of young families with or without children. I meet new neighbors all the time when walking the dog.

Due to the influx of new townhouses, the HOA has gone from $120 to $108 per month. My wife and I both work in the Serra Mesa area and many of our colleagues live in RB. While they often gripe about the rush hour traffic and taking up to 1 hour to get to work / go home, we almost never taken longer than 30 minutes; 20 minutes is the average one-way commute.

The only negative thing I can think about Santee living is weather. It’s very hot here in summer time, much more so than where I used to live (San Marcos). New home’s dual-pane low-e glass and Energy Star certified A/C keep the electricity cost to reasonably low but once you step outside, it’s HOT. It’s also hard to keep the lawn green without violating city’s regulation on watering usage.

[PKMAN]

[quote=sunny88]We ended up staying in our old condo in Mira Mesa after realizing that it was a bad time to sell our condo there. We really liked the Canopy Park townhomes though and were considering them seriously for a while. How has that neighborhood been lately? Any sales activity?[/quote]
Canopy Park is still selling, but prices have gone up. Back in late ’09, it was at low as $350K with 6% credit on options & closing costs. Now it starts at about $390K and no credit. Lots of young families with or without children. I meet new neighbors all the time when walking the dog.

Due to the influx of new townhouses, the HOA has gone from $120 to $108 per month. My wife and I both work in the Serra Mesa area and many of our colleagues live in RB. While they often gripe about the rush hour traffic and taking up to 1 hour to get to work / go home, we almost never taken longer than 30 minutes; 20 minutes is the average one-way commute.

The only negative thing I can think about Santee living is weather. It’s very hot here in summer time, much more so than where I used to live (San Marcos). New home’s dual-pane low-e glass and Energy Star certified A/C keep the electricity cost to reasonably low but once you step outside, it’s HOT. It’s also hard to keep the lawn green without violating city’s regulation on watering usage.

[Aecetia]

I am not sure it is hate, but it might be about status, perceived status or wanting high performing schools. Those old money new money arguments always strike me as funny, since money is money. As for schools, if you have a lot of money, you might send your child to a private school regardless of where you live. A lot of people like walking neighborhoods. I find Coronado charming because it reminds me of La Mesa in the 50’s. It has a many diverse store fronts and kind of an old down town feel to it; local Christmas parades, etc. I would not like dealing with all the traffic issues coming from North Island either. I will have to be content with visiting Coronado for the time being. I do not have a walkable down town, but I do have a golf course. It is a good compromise.

[Aecetia]

I am not sure it is hate, but it might be about status, perceived status or wanting high performing schools. Those old money new money arguments always strike me as funny, since money is money. As for schools, if you have a lot of money, you might send your child to a private school regardless of where you live. A lot of people like walking neighborhoods. I find Coronado charming because it reminds me of La Mesa in the 50’s. It has a many diverse store fronts and kind of an old down town feel to it; local Christmas parades, etc. I would not like dealing with all the traffic issues coming from North Island either. I will have to be content with visiting Coronado for the time being. I do not have a walkable down town, but I do have a golf course. It is a good compromise.

[Aecetia]

I am not sure it is hate, but it might be about status, perceived status or wanting high performing schools. Those old money new money arguments always strike me as funny, since money is money. As for schools, if you have a lot of money, you might send your child to a private school regardless of where you live. A lot of people like walking neighborhoods. I find Coronado charming because it reminds me of La Mesa in the 50’s. It has a many diverse store fronts and kind of an old down town feel to it; local Christmas parades, etc. I would not like dealing with all the traffic issues coming from North Island either. I will have to be content with visiting Coronado for the time being. I do not have a walkable down town, but I do have a golf course. It is a good compromise.

[Aecetia]

I am not sure it is hate, but it might be about status, perceived status or wanting high performing schools. Those old money new money arguments always strike me as funny, since money is money. As for schools, if you have a lot of money, you might send your child to a private school regardless of where you live. A lot of people like walking neighborhoods. I find Coronado charming because it reminds me of La Mesa in the 50’s. It has a many diverse store fronts and kind of an old down town feel to it; local Christmas parades, etc. I would not like dealing with all the traffic issues coming from North Island either. I will have to be content with visiting Coronado for the time being. I do not have a walkable down town, but I do have a golf course. It is a good compromise.

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