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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.”
Participant[quote=scarlett]I mean white-collar neighborhood. Any info about the shopping, park, schools in those areas?[/quote]Scarlett, the main thoroughfares of Clairemont (Genessee, Balboa, Clairemont Mesa Bl) have are “section 8 complexes along the bus line.” Many homeowners also accept “section 8” tenants as well but this is more prevalent in 92117 than 92111 (the area which encompasses the Mtn. Sts). 92111 is also “Linda Vista” which is primarily military and low income housing, aside from a few condo complexes, a couple of small “mobile home-parks” and the University of San Diego (a private college) and student apartments lining Linda Vista Rd. Many residents are retired and probably living on a fixed income. Keep an open mind about “white collar” and just focus on 1) the lot; 2) the central location; and 3) if you can work with the house. Don’t get too wrapped up in what the “occupations” of the local owners are as many are retired (from Convair and other well-paying blue-collar jobs that no longer exist here). Just know that it is a *stable* area.
Tecolote Cyn is awesome for hiking and biking. If you are able to snag a “rim” lot, you can build some steps to the trail, because you may own 20-30 feet of the slope. There are several strip malls in the area of the Mtn. Sts. plus the *orig* Costco, aka “Price Club” at the head (dead-end) of Morena Blvd. (less than 5 mins. drive). Then you have Mission Bay and all its recreation less than 10 mins. away. “Ulric St” in Linda Vista is a “shortcut” to Fashion Valley Mall, the most upscale mall in the entire county!
Scarlett, I think you will be pleasantly surprised once you scout out family homes to view in 92111!
Participant[quote=scarlett]I mean white-collar neighborhood. Any info about the shopping, park, schools in those areas?[/quote]Scarlett, the main thoroughfares of Clairemont (Genessee, Balboa, Clairemont Mesa Bl) have are “section 8 complexes along the bus line.” Many homeowners also accept “section 8” tenants as well but this is more prevalent in 92117 than 92111 (the area which encompasses the Mtn. Sts). 92111 is also “Linda Vista” which is primarily military and low income housing, aside from a few condo complexes, a couple of small “mobile home-parks” and the University of San Diego (a private college) and student apartments lining Linda Vista Rd. Many residents are retired and probably living on a fixed income. Keep an open mind about “white collar” and just focus on 1) the lot; 2) the central location; and 3) if you can work with the house. Don’t get too wrapped up in what the “occupations” of the local owners are as many are retired (from Convair and other well-paying blue-collar jobs that no longer exist here). Just know that it is a *stable* area.
Tecolote Cyn is awesome for hiking and biking. If you are able to snag a “rim” lot, you can build some steps to the trail, because you may own 20-30 feet of the slope. There are several strip malls in the area of the Mtn. Sts. plus the *orig* Costco, aka “Price Club” at the head (dead-end) of Morena Blvd. (less than 5 mins. drive). Then you have Mission Bay and all its recreation less than 10 mins. away. “Ulric St” in Linda Vista is a “shortcut” to Fashion Valley Mall, the most upscale mall in the entire county!
Scarlett, I think you will be pleasantly surprised once you scout out family homes to view in 92111!
Participant[quote=scarlett]I mean white-collar neighborhood. Any info about the shopping, park, schools in those areas?[/quote]Scarlett, the main thoroughfares of Clairemont (Genessee, Balboa, Clairemont Mesa Bl) have are “section 8 complexes along the bus line.” Many homeowners also accept “section 8” tenants as well but this is more prevalent in 92117 than 92111 (the area which encompasses the Mtn. Sts). 92111 is also “Linda Vista” which is primarily military and low income housing, aside from a few condo complexes, a couple of small “mobile home-parks” and the University of San Diego (a private college) and student apartments lining Linda Vista Rd. Many residents are retired and probably living on a fixed income. Keep an open mind about “white collar” and just focus on 1) the lot; 2) the central location; and 3) if you can work with the house. Don’t get too wrapped up in what the “occupations” of the local owners are as many are retired (from Convair and other well-paying blue-collar jobs that no longer exist here). Just know that it is a *stable* area.
Tecolote Cyn is awesome for hiking and biking. If you are able to snag a “rim” lot, you can build some steps to the trail, because you may own 20-30 feet of the slope. There are several strip malls in the area of the Mtn. Sts. plus the *orig* Costco, aka “Price Club” at the head (dead-end) of Morena Blvd. (less than 5 mins. drive). Then you have Mission Bay and all its recreation less than 10 mins. away. “Ulric St” in Linda Vista is a “shortcut” to Fashion Valley Mall, the most upscale mall in the entire county!
Scarlett, I think you will be pleasantly surprised once you scout out family homes to view in 92111!
Participant[quote=scarlett]I mean white-collar neighborhood. Any info about the shopping, park, schools in those areas?[/quote]Scarlett, the main thoroughfares of Clairemont (Genessee, Balboa, Clairemont Mesa Bl) have are “section 8 complexes along the bus line.” Many homeowners also accept “section 8” tenants as well but this is more prevalent in 92117 than 92111 (the area which encompasses the Mtn. Sts). 92111 is also “Linda Vista” which is primarily military and low income housing, aside from a few condo complexes, a couple of small “mobile home-parks” and the University of San Diego (a private college) and student apartments lining Linda Vista Rd. Many residents are retired and probably living on a fixed income. Keep an open mind about “white collar” and just focus on 1) the lot; 2) the central location; and 3) if you can work with the house. Don’t get too wrapped up in what the “occupations” of the local owners are as many are retired (from Convair and other well-paying blue-collar jobs that no longer exist here). Just know that it is a *stable* area.
Tecolote Cyn is awesome for hiking and biking. If you are able to snag a “rim” lot, you can build some steps to the trail, because you may own 20-30 feet of the slope. There are several strip malls in the area of the Mtn. Sts. plus the *orig* Costco, aka “Price Club” at the head (dead-end) of Morena Blvd. (less than 5 mins. drive). Then you have Mission Bay and all its recreation less than 10 mins. away. “Ulric St” in Linda Vista is a “shortcut” to Fashion Valley Mall, the most upscale mall in the entire county!
Scarlett, I think you will be pleasantly surprised once you scout out family homes to view in 92111!
Participant[quote=scarlett]I mean white-collar neighborhood. Any info about the shopping, park, schools in those areas?[/quote]Scarlett, the main thoroughfares of Clairemont (Genessee, Balboa, Clairemont Mesa Bl) have are “section 8 complexes along the bus line.” Many homeowners also accept “section 8” tenants as well but this is more prevalent in 92117 than 92111 (the area which encompasses the Mtn. Sts). 92111 is also “Linda Vista” which is primarily military and low income housing, aside from a few condo complexes, a couple of small “mobile home-parks” and the University of San Diego (a private college) and student apartments lining Linda Vista Rd. Many residents are retired and probably living on a fixed income. Keep an open mind about “white collar” and just focus on 1) the lot; 2) the central location; and 3) if you can work with the house. Don’t get too wrapped up in what the “occupations” of the local owners are as many are retired (from Convair and other well-paying blue-collar jobs that no longer exist here). Just know that it is a *stable* area.
Tecolote Cyn is awesome for hiking and biking. If you are able to snag a “rim” lot, you can build some steps to the trail, because you may own 20-30 feet of the slope. There are several strip malls in the area of the Mtn. Sts. plus the *orig* Costco, aka “Price Club” at the head (dead-end) of Morena Blvd. (less than 5 mins. drive). Then you have Mission Bay and all its recreation less than 10 mins. away. “Ulric St” in Linda Vista is a “shortcut” to Fashion Valley Mall, the most upscale mall in the entire county!
Scarlett, I think you will be pleasantly surprised once you scout out family homes to view in 92111!
ParticipantI prefer the Mtn. Sts. as well. Try looking at cosmetic fixers backing into Tecolote Cyn. or even with a lg. backyard going uphill if you prefer privacy. As I recall, most of the single-story homes were built in about ’61. They have high windows and long dark hallway, many “L” shaped, with quarter-turn driveway. This is a very good location, IMO. Try to look past the datedness of the property and consider the lot size, privacy and location. If the property has a generous backyard, you can add on in the back and get at least 600-800 more sf without going UP.
ParticipantI prefer the Mtn. Sts. as well. Try looking at cosmetic fixers backing into Tecolote Cyn. or even with a lg. backyard going uphill if you prefer privacy. As I recall, most of the single-story homes were built in about ’61. They have high windows and long dark hallway, many “L” shaped, with quarter-turn driveway. This is a very good location, IMO. Try to look past the datedness of the property and consider the lot size, privacy and location. If the property has a generous backyard, you can add on in the back and get at least 600-800 more sf without going UP.
ParticipantI prefer the Mtn. Sts. as well. Try looking at cosmetic fixers backing into Tecolote Cyn. or even with a lg. backyard going uphill if you prefer privacy. As I recall, most of the single-story homes were built in about ’61. They have high windows and long dark hallway, many “L” shaped, with quarter-turn driveway. This is a very good location, IMO. Try to look past the datedness of the property and consider the lot size, privacy and location. If the property has a generous backyard, you can add on in the back and get at least 600-800 more sf without going UP.
ParticipantI prefer the Mtn. Sts. as well. Try looking at cosmetic fixers backing into Tecolote Cyn. or even with a lg. backyard going uphill if you prefer privacy. As I recall, most of the single-story homes were built in about ’61. They have high windows and long dark hallway, many “L” shaped, with quarter-turn driveway. This is a very good location, IMO. Try to look past the datedness of the property and consider the lot size, privacy and location. If the property has a generous backyard, you can add on in the back and get at least 600-800 more sf without going UP.
ParticipantI prefer the Mtn. Sts. as well. Try looking at cosmetic fixers backing into Tecolote Cyn. or even with a lg. backyard going uphill if you prefer privacy. As I recall, most of the single-story homes were built in about ’61. They have high windows and long dark hallway, many “L” shaped, with quarter-turn driveway. This is a very good location, IMO. Try to look past the datedness of the property and consider the lot size, privacy and location. If the property has a generous backyard, you can add on in the back and get at least 600-800 more sf without going UP.
Participant[quote=sdrealtor]RP will do well because it is well established and far less leveraged than newer areas.[/quote]
Again, sdr bolstering the main point I have been trying to make here.
sdr, can you tell us if the new (Carlsbad?) dev. to be built by Pulte or the existing high-priced Copperwood Dev. viewed by pjwal lies within a MR Community Facilities District??
If so, these bonds go up with every new development, due to increasing construction costs. IMO, this is a HUGE negative financial repercussion to think about, pjwal, if you leave your old (seemingly decent) ‘hood in order to buy into new construction.
Participant[quote=sdrealtor]RP will do well because it is well established and far less leveraged than newer areas.[/quote]
Again, sdr bolstering the main point I have been trying to make here.
sdr, can you tell us if the new (Carlsbad?) dev. to be built by Pulte or the existing high-priced Copperwood Dev. viewed by pjwal lies within a MR Community Facilities District??
If so, these bonds go up with every new development, due to increasing construction costs. IMO, this is a HUGE negative financial repercussion to think about, pjwal, if you leave your old (seemingly decent) ‘hood in order to buy into new construction.
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