A flourishing lawn not only helps cool the environment and clean the air but it can also be a friendly playground or increase the aesthetic value of your home. Here are some tips on how to give your Del Mar home an earth friendly home.

• Choose a fertilizer for your Del mar home that is specifically designed for lawns. An all-purpose fertilizer doesn't have the right nutrient balance to keep the grass healthy and vibrant.

• You can mow and feed your lawn at the same time by leaving the grass clippings on your lawn. These break down and recycle nutrients back to the soil.

• If there is lack of rain, use a water sprinkler that shoots the water in a jet fashion. Water the grass during the morning to reduce the loss due to evaporation.

• A well fed lawn is better because they have better roots and has stored energy reserves to regain their vibrancy quickly.

A well taken care of lawn for your Del Mar Real Estate absorbs heat form the surroundings, therefore the air above it can be as much as 30 degrees cooler. The grass also acts as filters trapping dirt, dust, and impurities in the air. 

For more information on Del Mar Luxury Real Estate for sale, contact:

Shawn Hethcock

Willis Allen Real Estate - Hethcock & Rodger

(858) 755-2280 or (858) 755-6761

valeriepekar@shawnrodger.com

Great real estate deals are difficult to stumble upon and that is why this purchase of Del Mar Home located at 12997 Caminito Bodega can be considered as very lucky. This fantastic house was purchased for only $436,500, such a bargain considering the location and benefits this home offers.

This Del Mar home is located in a private and quiet complex and feels like a beach cottage. Although this house was built in 1972, it is excellently maintained and upgraded. It has been remodeled with travertine and bamboo floors, recessed lights, granite counter tops, and stainless steel appliances. It also has a full size washer and central heating. A large courtyard provides ample space to conduct some outdoor activities.

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Other amenities in the area include a clubhouse for group activities and gatherings, a swimming pool to enjoy morning laps or afternoon dips and a playground for the children's fun and enjoyment. The location and beauty of this Del Mar Real Estate house is really worth every penny spent to buy it.

For more information on Del Mar Luxury Real Estate for sale, contact:

Shawn Hethcock

Willis Allen Real Estate - Hethcock & Rodger

(858) 755-2280 or (858) 755-6761

valeriepekar@shawnrodger.com

This majestic Del Mar Home for Sale at 238 Torrey Pines Terrace was purchased for a discounted price at $3,475,000. This amount is not enough to reflect how lucky its new owners are, considering the beauty and elegance of this luxury real estate.

The entire residence captures the tranquil southwesterly ocean views overlooking the majestic Torrey Pines. This Del Mar home is a split-level California contemporary family home featuring 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms over 3,650 square feet of living area. Antique Italian Entrance gates lead up to the main entry and there is even an outdoor pool to provide recreational means to you and your family.

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The lucky buyers of this Del Mar luxury real estate will find that this home has no shortage of facilities. It comes complete with a dining area, family room, great room, wine cellar, master retreat, office, and a mater retreat. The children enjoy top of the line schools and you enjoy the convenience of a freeway close location connecting you anywhere in the county within minutes!

For more information on Del Mar Luxury Real Estate for sale, contact:

Shawn Hethcock

Willis Allen Real Estate - Hethcock & Rodger

(858) 755-2280 or (858) 755-6761

valeriepekar@shawnrodger.com

The number of actively listed Del Mar homes increased from 146 to 159 this month of March. The average listed prices decreased by 2%, from $3,688,365 down to $3,598,373. Median prices for this month also decreased from $1,824,500 down to $1,798,000.

There are also 8 sold Del Mar home as compared to last month's 6, though the average selling  price of these homes are lower as compared to last month's, from $2,175,000 down to $1,808,125.

There are also fewer new Del Mar homes for sale this month as there are only 27 new homes listed compared to last month's 30. In spite of that, the average listing price of this month's new listings is comparably higher than last month's.

If you're looking to buy a new home, now is probably a good time since the homes are selling a little lower than their actual listed price.

For more information on Del Mar Luxury Real Estate for sale, contact:

Shawn Hethcock

Willis Allen Real Estate - Hethcock & Rodger

(858) 755-2280 or (858) 755-6761

valeriepekar@shawnrodger.com

In the Del Mar luxury real estate, all in the 92014 zip code, the March 2010 home sales depreciate 23.27 percent over the last 12 months. The average sale price has a significant 21.45 percent decrease, it dropped to $1,808,125 from average list price of $1,995,000 in March 2009.

There were 159 Del Mar homes for sale 2 months ago which was 11.1 percent down from the 179 in March 2009. The active list price of $3,598,373 and the median list price of $1,399,000 from the third month of this year marked 6.02 percent and 9.8 percent decrease respectively.

In conclusion, due to the significant drop in the price listings of Del Mar luxury homes for sale, it is a good time to buy and invest for a new home in Del Mar.  Whether you are looking for a first home or second vacation home, a home in Del Mar is a perfect investment and a wonderful place to live.

For more information on Del Mar Luxury Real Estate for sale, contact:

Shawn Hethcock

Willis Allen Real Estate - Hethcock & Rodger

(858) 755-2280 or (858) 755-6761

valeriepekar@shawnrodger.com

Every prospective home buyer always takes the location and neighborhood into careful consideration when choosing homes, and that is what makes Del Mar Real Estate Condos very attractive to customers. This wonderful home was sold for $559,000 making the new owners of 294 Dolphin Cove very lucky indeed.

This Del Mar Real Estate for sale offers a room with a view. Its excellent location allows you to watch whales and sailboats while relaxing in your own living room. The kitchen is made up of maple wood cabinets and granite counter-tops giving it a clean and elegant design. This 1,232 square foot penthouse home has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.  The floor is made of stone and is covered with carpet to make you feel comfortable even during cold nights.  The living area has a fireplace and overlooks the ocean which is perfect for a nice relaxing sight.

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This newly renovated, resort like, Del Mar Real Estate penthouse is located on a slope just a few steps away from the beach. All in all, this purchase is truly a fantastic deal.

For more information on Del Mar Luxury Real Estate for sale, contact:

Shawn Hethcock

Willis Allen Real Estate - Hethcock & Rodger

(858) 755-2280 or (858) 755-6761

valeriepekar@shawnrodger.com

Rarely will you ever find a Del Mar Home for Sale as beautiful and elegant as this one.  That is why this home, sold for $1,950,000 which is $300,000 less than its original price, can be considered a very good deal indeed for its new owners.

Although built in 1982, this gorgeous hacienda-style Del Mar real estate was meticulously remodeled in 2004 so its new owners can be absolutely sure that it is in a good condition. This home features an estimated 4,400 square feet of lot area. The main home consists of 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms and there is a separate guest house with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom so you can be sure you will not run out of house space even if you invite guests over. The kitchen in the main house is a sight to behold, with wooden cabinets for storage, stainless steel appliances and granite counter-tops that gives it a fresh and clean look.

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Recreational facilities are plenty in this Del Mar Luxury Home. There is a large outdoor pool below the guest house, a lighted tennis lawn and a basketball court at the area.  It is located in a tranquil setting amongst mature landscaping giving it a park like scenery. This gorgeous luxury real estate is a wonderful possession its owners can be really proud of. 

For more information on Del Mar Luxury Real Estate for sale, contact:

Shawn Hethcock

Willis Allen Real Estate - Hethcock & Rodger

(858) 755-2280 or (858) 755-6761

valeriepekar@shawnrodger.com

This Del Mar Home for Sale is a fine example of masterful craftsmanship. That's why its purchase for $1,500,000 is sure to make the family that owns it extremely happy and very satisfied.

This elegant 2 story Del Mar real estate on a 7,500 square feet lot is made from some of the finest materials used in home construction. Wooden floors made of mahogany, maple and alder exudes a gentle feeling of being close to nature.  Granite and limestone counter-tops adorn the kitchen giving it an elegant and immaculate appearance. The fireplaces are inlaid with travertine making it pleasing to the eyes of anyone who gazes upon it. It features a total of 3 spacious bedrooms and four bathrooms. A spectacular outdoor family room can be found at the back complete with a BBQ rotisserie, perfect for enjoying the great outdoors while still staying within the comfort of your own home.

The high tech security system installed in this Del Mar Luxury Home should put those living here at ease. And if ever they get tired of looking at its seemingly perfect interior design, the outside is almost just as beautiful. This is one place that the family that bought it can be really proud of.

For more information on this Del Mar Luxury Home contact:

Maxine & Marti Gellens
1299 Prospect Street,
Suite 303
La Jolla, CA 92037
Tel: 858-551-6630

Del Mar homeowners truly love their yards. Despite the housing crisis, they invest in their great outdoors like planting gardens, creating cozy areas for entertaining appeal, and installing decorative items that they are happy to look at from the kitchen windows as they are familiar from their chase lounge. For them, creating a sense of place for their family, friends, and neighbors to enjoy outside is indeed a great idea to spend their summer vacations on their Del Mar homes.

Few tips on how to add an appeal to your Del Mar Home Outdoors:

• Nowadays, most of the homeowners are adding outdoor seating and dining areas, including seat-walls and benches or weatherized outdoor furniture, as well as fire pits and fireplaces, the classic outdoor grill and outdoor counter space. Features that are expected to be less popular such as more lavish outdoor kitchen appliances, including refrigerators and sinks, stereo system and outdoor heaters.
• The home garden is coming back as an economic driver. This helps the consumers to plant more as a way to have a fresher produce or so to know where their food is coming from. The expert shows that a well-maintained food garden yield an average $500 return, considering a typical investment and the market price of produce.
• Consider designing your outdoor area to create a series of place that you can inhabit, whether it is a covered space to entertain in or a vegetable bed to attend to. Plus, don't forget your garden's view from the inside of your Del Mar home like from your kitchen window.
• Arbors, water features such as fountains, pergolas and decks are expected to be the most popular this year. Like for example, making an investment in a deck might set an existing home apart from a newly constructed one.

The uncertain economy drives homeowners to make outdoor improvements to their Del Mar homes. In fact, a well-planned and maintained garden and outdoor area will be a great advantage at the time of resale.

For more information on Del Mar Luxury Real Estate for sale, contact:

Shawn Hethcock

Willis Allen Real Estate - Hethcock & Rodger

(858) 755-2280 or (858) 755-6761

valeriepekar@shawnrodger.com

Purchasing your Del Mar home is only the beginning in creating your dream home. Knowing the must-have furniture to ensure a cozy and comfortable ambiance is also part of this challenge.

So, what are the seating pieces of furniture that your Del Mar home should have?

The Cushy Chair is perfect for a relaxing time just watching TV and hanging out with family and friends. This is the perfect chair for you to toe out your shoes and tuck your feet beneath you as you nestle against the comfortable cushion.

A Hang-Out Bed is also good to have in your home. A comfortable mattress is always desirable but having a stylish upholstered headboard adds charm to this fixture. The headboard can be designed to fit the perfect combination of style and comfort.

There's nothing more relaxing than putting your feet up after a hard day's work. This is why the Ottoman is something that every Del Mar home should have. Whether it's slip-covered, tufted or tailored, this piece of furniture will never go out of style.

Last but definitely not the least is a comfortable sofa. Every home has a sofa and it is considered as the centerpiece of a home, primarily because it is usually found in the home's center of activity. A comfortable sofa may be considered expensive but it is worth every penny when you consider the relaxation and comfort that it can provide to your family and friends as they bond with you in you Del Mar real estate.

For more information on Del Mar Luxury Real Estate for sale, contact:

Shawn Hethcock

Willis Allen Real Estate - Hethcock & Rodger

(858) 755-2280 or (858) 755-6761

valeriepekar@shawnrodger.com