All About Newport Beach

The Calm after the Southern California Storms

Southern California had a week long of rain last week, and it dumped on us again yesterday in Newport Beach. It did not rain as much as last week, however enough to close the roads to the mountains once again.

It may be inconvenient when it rains, the beauty of the snow on the mountains is absolutely incredible after it clears up. The air temperature has been low enough for the snow to blanket the mountains. 

These are views of the mountains this morning looking out from my Newport Shores deck. It is awesome to wake up and look out and see the snow capped mountains in the distance from the beach.

If I can answer any questions about Newport Beach Real estate, Newport Shores homes for sale, please contact me.

Phone or Text: 949.280.0681

Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com

Cameo Shores Market Update – Corona del Mar

September, 2009 to January 26, 2010

Cameo Shores in Corona del Mar is a highly sought after area with homes that are terraced and have panoramic ocean views. Cameo Shores is located further south than the Village in Corona del Mar  and there are approximately 170 home sites. Almost all of the homes have ocean views with the exception of a few that are located on one of the upper most streets. 

The residents of Cameo Highlands also enjoy the beaches and the park in this beautiful area.

Cameo Shores in Corona del Mar homes are all single story, however many home owners are now adding space under the home because many of these homes have such large lots.

There are six active listings in the Cameo Shores area:

4533 Roxbury Road, Corona del Mar – Priced at $3,495,000

4507 Orrington Road, Corona del Mar – Priced at $3,499,000

4533 Orrington Road, Corona del Mar – Priced at $3,650,000

4507 Gorham Drive, Corona del Mar – Priced at $4,200,000

4545 Gorham Drive, Corona del Mar – Priced at $4,295,000

4639 Brighton Road, Corona del Mar - Priced at $11,500,000

There has been one sale in September, 2009, and the information is as follows:

4607 Perham Road, Corona del Mar – Sold for $3,100,000

If I can answer any questions about Cameo Shores in Corona del Mar, or homes for sale in Corona del Mar, please contact me.

Phone or Text: 949.280.0681

Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com

Newport Shores Market Update – Newport Beach

November, 2009 – January 26, 2010

Newport Shores is a beach community located in Newport Beach. It is across the street from one of the more popular and desirable beaches in Newport Beach. Also, located near a popular surf store - the Frog House. Also, located near a very popular surf spot called the Jetty is walking distance from Newport Shores.

Currently, there are 10 active listings in Newport Shores.

215 62nd Street – Priced at $699,000

This home features two bedrooms and two bathrooms, located just two blocks from the beach.

329 Colton Street - Priced at $750,000

This home has two bedrooms and two bathrooms, and a roof top deck to enjoy the California sunshine.

337 Colton Street – Priced at $799,000

This home has two bedrooms and two bathrooms.

222 Lugonia Street – Priced at $899,000

This single family home has three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

218 Colton Street - Priced at $929,000

This home has four bedrooms and two and one half bathrooms. The kitchen has granite counter tops and updated flooring.

304 Colton Street – Priced at $950,000

This home has four bedrooms and two and one half bathrooms.

227 Walnut Street – Priced at $999,000

This remodeled homes features three bedrooms and three bathrooms. The kitchen is updated with granite counter tops.

342 Walnut Street – Priced at $1,300,000

This beautiful home features four bedrooms and three bathrooms, and the kitchen has granite counters and stainless appliances.

318 62nd Street – Priced at $1,320,000

This three bedroom home is located on the Canal on 62nd Street, enjoy the morning sunshine at this home in the Canal. There is also granite counter tops, and pavers as you walk in.

315 Canal Street – Priced at $1,675,000

This three bedroom, three and one half bath home is on the Canal in Newport Shores. This newer home has granite countertopss and stainless appliances. Also, there are beautiful hardwood floors.

Currently, there is one pending at:

214 Lugonia Street – Priced at $700,000.

There have been six sales in Newport Shores since November, 2009. The sales are as follows:

320 Prospect – Sold for $705,000

340 Prospect – Sold for $705,000

464 Prospect - Sold for $850,000

431 Lugonia – Sold for $799,000

452 Prospect – Sold for $875,000

247 Prospect – Sold for $873,000

If I can answer any questions about Newport Shores in Newport Beach, please contact me.

Phone or Text: 949.280.0681

Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com

Originally posted at NewportBeachRealEstateCafe.com

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Check Out the Wildlife in Newport Shores in Newport Beach

Awesome Wildlife

This past weekend was finally the reprieve from the continued the Southern California storms that we had here all last week. However, many areas were (and probably still are) feeling the effects of the storms.

Newport Shores in Newport Beach is surrounded by a Canal which is fed by the tide. As a result of the storms, the water became very murky. On Sunday, we were looking out over the Canal and noticed something swimming in the water.

At first, we thought it was a shark. Then as we were watching, it was a  sting ray  of some type. Then after taking a number of photos, It may have been some type of  eagle ray  as the head was different than a sting ray. The Ray was at least three feet across, so it was fairly good size.

It was sad to watch it swimming around the Canal in Newport Shores because of the run off from the rain, the water was not at all clear. We were concerned it could not navigate through such murky water. I am hoping he made it  back out to the ocean safely where he belongs.

It was enjoyable seeing this beautiful creature in the Newport Shores Canal in Newport Beach.

We have seen a lot of different wild life here including swans, geese, a seal, sand sharks, and all types of fish. 

If I can answer any questions about Newport Shores in Newport Beach, please contact me.

Phone or Text: 949.280.0681

Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com

Originally posted at NewportBeachRealEstateCafe.com

All photographs are taken and posted by Sharon Paxson, copyright© 2009.  All rights reserved. Photographs may not be copied, or reproduced without the express, written permission of Sharon Paxson, Realtor, Prudential California Realty, Newport Beach.  Contact Sharon Paxson for permission for use of photograph, and permission may be granted in writing.

Southern California Gets Pounded with Storms

Is this seriously Southern California? The weather has been very unusual, wet and treacherous over the last few days. The news media and weathermen have been fairly accurate about predicting the storms. Yesterday was unbelievable. It started raining in Newport Beach at about 1:00 pm and then the rain became torrential right away. I was in a meeting in the Prudential office, and my colleague commented that the rain was going side ways! I turned to look, and it was being blown side ways!

As it turns out, there were water spouts, and reports of tornadoes in the Orange County waters. There was damage to buildings in Costa Mesa including Play it Again Sports on Harbor Boulevard – the windows were blown out. Boats were overturned in Huntington Harbor, and the streets flooded in Long Beach and parts of Costa Mesa. Roofs were ripped off buildings, windows were blown out and trees toppled. The ground is so saturated that trees are falling down, and with the winds. Today, I was at a home inspection, and on the way home I had to navigate around a fallen tree in Newport Coast right off San Joaquin by Saint Laurent. There were pine needles in the mirror of the car. And sadly the people who reside in the burn areas in Southern California have had to evacuate due to mud slides and danger in the burn areas.

The cars are stalling as the drivers attempt to drive through water that is way too deep! Helicopters flying overhead show these cars with the sunroofs open and people waving their arms for help. The power is surging, as I noticed my computer was off and all the clocks were flashing!

It is supposed to rain from now Wednesday to Friday non-stop.

Yesterday, January 19, 2010, after all that crazy weather, there was some beauty to it, as the wind blew away the clouds and as a result of the moisture in the air, a beautiful rainbow appeared.

More pictures will be posted of the surf and wind tomorrow.

But, for now, be safe. Stay back from the ocean, river jetties, and if the officials tell you to evacuate, then comply. And don’t try and drive through that water which is way too deep!

Originally posted at NewportBeachRealEstateCafe.com

Costa Mesa Condo – Just Sold

2336 Minuteman Way

Costa Mesa, CA 92626

This condo which is a three bedroom, two bathroom and is located in the tract -  Monticello just sold on January 15, 2010 for $290,000.

This is an exciting time for the buyer, as it is her first home. The community of Monticello is walking distance to the Orange County Fairgrounds. There is also a pool for the residents of the Monticello community. The condos at Monticello open up to a court yard to enjoy the California Climate.

This two story home home features approximately 1300 square feet of living space.

The buyer was a first time home buyer and this home was a short sale.

If I can assist you with as a first time buyer, please contact me.

Phone or Text: 949.280.0681

Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com

Originally posted at NewportBeachRealEstateCafe.com

Luxury Home at 369 22nd Street

Costa Mesa, California

Price Reduction to:

$2,549,000

This beautiful home in Costa Mesa at 369 22nd Street  which features approximately 5800 square feet of living space, and four bedroom suites. There is also a gourmet kitchen with a large granite island for the chef. There is a downstairs family room and a warm fireplace. Upstairs, enjoy the beautiful game room with a pool table.The master bedroom has soaring open ceilings and a separate sitting area with a fire place. The master bathroom is stunning and finished in marble and has a steam shower, and has a separate spa tub.

For the executive, there is a private office with a separate entry so that clients do not have to traverse the living space. This luxury home in Coastal Orange County is finished with the finest of materials including granite, marble and onyx throughout this home. This home is located with close proximity to gourmet shopping and to the airport for the executive.

For more information and photographs on this property, please view the property website at CoastalOChome.com.

Now priced at $2,549,000

For a private tour, please contact me.

Phone or Text: 949.280.0681

Originally posted at NewportBeachRealEstateCafe.com.