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Participant[quote=Scarlett]And I like that there are no cookie-cutter houses. Of course, nothing beats seeing them in person.[/quote]
Scarlett, they *were* “cookie-cutter* houses at one time, because they are on a tract. This is the beauty of a mature subdivision. The plans that ARE alike don’t LOOK alike anymore because of the aged trees, tall foilage, and extensive remodeling of previous and current owners.
The building of the *two-story* model on tract was not common until the mid-late seventies. Before that, the one-story “ranch-style” was the most common tract home, very often built on generous lots.
When you begin to view property in your price range, many properties will have windows which are 4-5 feet from the floor. Don’t worry so much about that because you can change some or all of them later. Remember that the std. 8′ ceiling will not waste utilities like the “vaulted” ceilings commonly built beginning in the mid-seventies. And you may need to overlook outdated appliances. The good news is, Sears Outlet has a huge warehouse of overstock and slightly (inconspicuously) damaged appliances, some top-of-the-line and is less than 10 mins. away, west of Morena Bl. at Sherman St (open to the public). And you can install round skylights in the dark hallway.
Keep an open mind and remember, LOCATION! And keep us Piggs posted if you are able to view any good lots along the canyon rim.
Participant[quote=Scarlett]And I like that there are no cookie-cutter houses. Of course, nothing beats seeing them in person.[/quote]
Scarlett, they *were* “cookie-cutter* houses at one time, because they are on a tract. This is the beauty of a mature subdivision. The plans that ARE alike don’t LOOK alike anymore because of the aged trees, tall foilage, and extensive remodeling of previous and current owners.
The building of the *two-story* model on tract was not common until the mid-late seventies. Before that, the one-story “ranch-style” was the most common tract home, very often built on generous lots.
When you begin to view property in your price range, many properties will have windows which are 4-5 feet from the floor. Don’t worry so much about that because you can change some or all of them later. Remember that the std. 8′ ceiling will not waste utilities like the “vaulted” ceilings commonly built beginning in the mid-seventies. And you may need to overlook outdated appliances. The good news is, Sears Outlet has a huge warehouse of overstock and slightly (inconspicuously) damaged appliances, some top-of-the-line and is less than 10 mins. away, west of Morena Bl. at Sherman St (open to the public). And you can install round skylights in the dark hallway.
Keep an open mind and remember, LOCATION! And keep us Piggs posted if you are able to view any good lots along the canyon rim.
ParticipantScarlett, I’ve had several co-workers that bought Mtn. Sts. property when they were brand new. The prices in the early sixties were $16K to $18K. As far as I know, they’re all still living there and retired. Again, keep this is mind when you want to focus on the occupations of Clairemont. It didn’t take a very high income to purchase property there back in the day, relative to now, as only 17% of HS graduates attended college back then. I’m stating this because you previously posted you and your spouse have an advanced education. For the most part, owners on Mtn. Sts. keep up their property. This is all you should be concerned with.
ParticipantScarlett, I’ve had several co-workers that bought Mtn. Sts. property when they were brand new. The prices in the early sixties were $16K to $18K. As far as I know, they’re all still living there and retired. Again, keep this is mind when you want to focus on the occupations of Clairemont. It didn’t take a very high income to purchase property there back in the day, relative to now, as only 17% of HS graduates attended college back then. I’m stating this because you previously posted you and your spouse have an advanced education. For the most part, owners on Mtn. Sts. keep up their property. This is all you should be concerned with.
ParticipantScarlett, I’ve had several co-workers that bought Mtn. Sts. property when they were brand new. The prices in the early sixties were $16K to $18K. As far as I know, they’re all still living there and retired. Again, keep this is mind when you want to focus on the occupations of Clairemont. It didn’t take a very high income to purchase property there back in the day, relative to now, as only 17% of HS graduates attended college back then. I’m stating this because you previously posted you and your spouse have an advanced education. For the most part, owners on Mtn. Sts. keep up their property. This is all you should be concerned with.
ParticipantScarlett, I’ve had several co-workers that bought Mtn. Sts. property when they were brand new. The prices in the early sixties were $16K to $18K. As far as I know, they’re all still living there and retired. Again, keep this is mind when you want to focus on the occupations of Clairemont. It didn’t take a very high income to purchase property there back in the day, relative to now, as only 17% of HS graduates attended college back then. I’m stating this because you previously posted you and your spouse have an advanced education. For the most part, owners on Mtn. Sts. keep up their property. This is all you should be concerned with.
ParticipantScarlett, I’ve had several co-workers that bought Mtn. Sts. property when they were brand new. The prices in the early sixties were $16K to $18K. As far as I know, they’re all still living there and retired. Again, keep this is mind when you want to focus on the occupations of Clairemont. It didn’t take a very high income to purchase property there back in the day, relative to now, as only 17% of HS graduates attended college back then. I’m stating this because you previously posted you and your spouse have an advanced education. For the most part, owners on Mtn. Sts. keep up their property. This is all you should be concerned with.
Participant[quote=sdduuuude]To avoid:
– neighborhoods with 1-car garage houses never impress.
– Anything within 2 blocks of CMB is unlikely to be nice.[/quote]Scarlett, in my recollection, these properties sdduuuuude is referring to here tend to be just north of Clairemont Mesa Bl (CMB) and just east of the 805 fwy. This is an area with many rentals and cheaply-built homes, some with one-car garages. You must be careful in here, as at least one tract does not have attics, but instead a low vaulted ceiling and thin, originally uninsulated walls which invited dry-rot. This particular “Drogan” style of home is also heavily represented in other areas of SD County (92119 and 91911) and to a lesser extent, 92110.
Participant[quote=sdduuuude]To avoid:
– neighborhoods with 1-car garage houses never impress.
– Anything within 2 blocks of CMB is unlikely to be nice.[/quote]Scarlett, in my recollection, these properties sdduuuuude is referring to here tend to be just north of Clairemont Mesa Bl (CMB) and just east of the 805 fwy. This is an area with many rentals and cheaply-built homes, some with one-car garages. You must be careful in here, as at least one tract does not have attics, but instead a low vaulted ceiling and thin, originally uninsulated walls which invited dry-rot. This particular “Drogan” style of home is also heavily represented in other areas of SD County (92119 and 91911) and to a lesser extent, 92110.
Participant[quote=sdduuuude]To avoid:
– neighborhoods with 1-car garage houses never impress.
– Anything within 2 blocks of CMB is unlikely to be nice.[/quote]Scarlett, in my recollection, these properties sdduuuuude is referring to here tend to be just north of Clairemont Mesa Bl (CMB) and just east of the 805 fwy. This is an area with many rentals and cheaply-built homes, some with one-car garages. You must be careful in here, as at least one tract does not have attics, but instead a low vaulted ceiling and thin, originally uninsulated walls which invited dry-rot. This particular “Drogan” style of home is also heavily represented in other areas of SD County (92119 and 91911) and to a lesser extent, 92110.
Participant[quote=sdduuuude]To avoid:
– neighborhoods with 1-car garage houses never impress.
– Anything within 2 blocks of CMB is unlikely to be nice.[/quote]Scarlett, in my recollection, these properties sdduuuuude is referring to here tend to be just north of Clairemont Mesa Bl (CMB) and just east of the 805 fwy. This is an area with many rentals and cheaply-built homes, some with one-car garages. You must be careful in here, as at least one tract does not have attics, but instead a low vaulted ceiling and thin, originally uninsulated walls which invited dry-rot. This particular “Drogan” style of home is also heavily represented in other areas of SD County (92119 and 91911) and to a lesser extent, 92110.
Participant[quote=sdduuuude]To avoid:
– neighborhoods with 1-car garage houses never impress.
– Anything within 2 blocks of CMB is unlikely to be nice.[/quote]Scarlett, in my recollection, these properties sdduuuuude is referring to here tend to be just north of Clairemont Mesa Bl (CMB) and just east of the 805 fwy. This is an area with many rentals and cheaply-built homes, some with one-car garages. You must be careful in here, as at least one tract does not have attics, but instead a low vaulted ceiling and thin, originally uninsulated walls which invited dry-rot. This particular “Drogan” style of home is also heavily represented in other areas of SD County (92119 and 91911) and to a lesser extent, 92110.
ParticipantI had my post (above) in suspense while I was doing something else and then posted. I just read sdduuuuuude’s post (above) Take heed of it, Scarlett!! HE’S LIVED THERE ALL HIS LIFE!
And always remember this mantra in your house hunt, “location, location, location.”
ParticipantI had my post (above) in suspense while I was doing something else and then posted. I just read sdduuuuuude’s post (above) Take heed of it, Scarlett!! HE’S LIVED THERE ALL HIS LIFE!
And always remember this mantra in your house hunt, “location, location, location.”
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