Recent content by irvinekoolaid

That sounds ridiculous.  If you were replacing with a more upgraded tile material then maybe, but white subway tile...not sure if that's worth $1500.

If it was a crowd of 30-something ladies, it would be at Javier's at Crystal Cove and not Javier's at Spectrum...

Didn't want to offend anyone because I did not know the specific country of origin, but if you have been there on a Friday night, you know exactly what I am talking about. 

For the past few months, I have been noticing a trend at the Irvine Spectrum on Friday nights.  There seems to be a certain demographic that frequents the area on Friday night,  I'm talking at least 75% of the population is from this region of the world.  Not sure if others have noticed, but...

I also think the price increase has more to do with the conservatory room option being available for the home. Additional 150 sq ft for the home so at $325/ft, it would be an additional $50K. Lot premium looks to be around $40K.

FYI, since many are interested in how the 2010 collection is disbursed, I received a call from Sonoma today to let us know that we had the option to purchase in the second phase. We have until noon tomorrow to decide, most likely we will defer, but might check out the lots and options to see...

I've seen short sales go pending very quick, it's at the pending status that they stay forever with the bank.

They are now submitting the offer to the bank for approval. Agent said slightly over list so I think between $710K-$725K. Will now sit with the bank for a little while, but seeing sale of 110 Monticello and others the, the price might be reasonable and might be approved by the bank.

Yes, Winchester. Didn't realize that we posted at the same time!

FYI, spoke with the Realtor on this property today and they have received three offers on the property, all slightly above the list price. Seller is no longer showing the property and is working with the offers that they have.

Yes, you definitely get more for your money outside of Irvine, and that could be preceived 'value'. Value could also be buying a commodity that is in high demand. When I get sick of living in a crowded, 'sardine', community, I would have no problem selling my property due to the 'demand' for...

Below is an excerpt from an e-mail from the broker listing the property: "On 30 Gray Dove - the Bank is ready to reduce the price and it looks like it could be had for $825,000. Let me know if you are interested at this price." Looks like the new Woodbury homes are causing PS homes to reevaluate.

Not on the first phase as Haiku so eloquently pointed out, I actually doublechecked addresses and information for an extra 40 seconds before submitting, so probably shut out for a few phases. But I am only a fan of Plan 2 at Sonoma, and the lots being offered in Phase I are not the best for Plan...

FYI, I have been working with the Realtor on this property and the Bank is willing to part with it for $825K. I was considering it, but it is missing the fourth bedroom, and just can't see myself in PS. If anyone is interested, let me know and I'll post more info...

First time poster, after reading all the activity on here and thought I would throw in my two cents. Bottom line: I want to live in Irvine and understand that prices are going to be north of $300/ft. Been in the market for the last 6 months and looking for a 4BR 2500 sq ft home under $850K...