Are you looking for a new home close to the beach with a low 1.2% tax rate? Then check out Carlsbad, CA newest community, The Foothills, Located just 2 miles from Carlsbad's beautiful beaches. This new master plan community features several neighborhood parks, a gorgeous resort style community park complete with a semi Olympic pool, outdoor gas fire place, multiple barbecues , paddle tennis courts, walking paths & a yoga area. When you are not swimming in the pool or relaxing at the beach, you can always shop at the Carlsbad Outlet Mall located just over a mile from the Foothills or golf Carlsbad's newest golf course The Crossings, located 3 miles from The Foothills. Or take the kids to LEGOLAND located just 2 miles from the foothills. When complete,

As of May 14, 2012, there are currently 476 residential homes for sale, at an average price of $689,215.  We have seen an increase in housing inventory, but a slight downward tick in home prices since the last report, but home buyer activity seems to be strong.  In addition, there are 46 short sale homes at an average price of $428,256, with an additional 12 bank owned homes at an average selling price of $327,683.  While the number of bank owned and short sale homes in Sammamish is virtually unchanged, the average bank owmed home list price has show a slight downward move.

Next, we find there is now 11 Sammamish homes for sale in the Vintage neighborhood at an average selling price of $559,363.  Lastly, there have been 36 new homes came on the market

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The CascadeTeam is now the ONLY Real Estate Brokerage in the United States to offer RecallChek to the public.  This program was only offered directly to inspection companies that then re-sell the product to consumers (Typically for $39.95). Through The Cascade Team however, for only $19.95 our clients, friends, family, and of course our agents can enter their home information and the automated RecallChek system will search through millions of recalled items and let the home owner know if something in their home is on the list. On average 1 out of every 10 homes has a recalled item. Then on an ongoing basis RecallChek will submit your homes information every month and alert you to any undated recalls….. Get new appliances?

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 Priced at $3,500

Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 3
Home Size: 3,630 sq.ft. Garage: 3
Lot Size: 14,203 sq.ft. Community: Timberline Ridge
County: King Property Type: Rental
Year Built: 1999

FOR RENT Steven Burnstead home in Arbor Circle located in sought after Timberline Ridge neighborhood featuring Lake Washington School District and Blackwell Elementery. Amazing 20 ft stone Fireplace, extended hardwoods, and 20 ft ceilings. Gourmet kitchen features slab granite, double ovens and large eating bar. The home has 5 bedrooms 3 full baths, office, large bonus room, and flowing living spaces. Master bed with walk-in closet & Fireplace. Millwork, Trim, & wainscoting abound throughout this home! Outside enjoy fully fenced & beautifully landscaped

As of Monday May 7th, 2012, the median price for a single family residential Carlsbad home has increased again to $699,888, with an average of 128 days on market, down 9 days from the last report.  Days on market have held fairly steady over the last few weeks, however 35% of all listed properties had a price decrease in the last seven days, while 8% of the homes for sale had a price increase.  Inventory levels have been relatively consistent given the current sell through rate, and overall days on market are trending flat to slightly down.  Recently, the seven day moving price average recently made a strong move up away from the 90 day moving average, which would suggest that price stabilization is starting and short term prices are on the rise in the

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Priced at $776,000

Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2.5
Home Size: 2,680 sq.ft. Garage: 2
Lot Size: 11,326 sq.ft. County: King
Property Type: Single Family Home Year Built: 1958

This is your chance to experience waterfront luxury on Lake Sammamish! This home greets you with oak hardwoods throughout the main floor framed with beam ceilings, extensive millwork and panoramic windows. The gourmet kitchen has Corian counters, Thermador double oven and Sub Zero fridge. The 2nd floor graces you with double staircases, large bonus room, lake view master bedroom, updated master bath and 2 more good sized bedrooms. Air conditioning, security system, surround sound and 2-car garage complete this gem of a home.

Do you have a fear of being apart from your cellphone? If so, you may suffer from "nomophobia" or "no mobile phone phobia," MSNBC.com reports.

It's on the rise. And in the real estate industry, where smartphones are dominant, you may be at risk. Do you never turn off your phone? Obsessively check it? Constantly worry about losing it?

If so, you may be among the 66 percent who recently admitted to having "nomophoboia," according to a national study by SecurEnvoy, a mobile phone technology firm. Four years ago, a study showed 53 percent admitted to having it.

According to the survey, respondents, on average, reported checking their

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Priced at $112,000 (SOLD IN 1 HOUR!)

Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2
Home Size: 926 sq.ft. Garage: 2
Community: Tanglewood at Klahanie County: King
Property Type: Single Family Home Year Built: 2001
MLS Number: 352741 

Fabulous Short Sale! Spacious 2 Bedrooms, open floor Plan. Gorgeous interiors, full size walk-in master closet. Clubhouse features pool, jacuzzi, sports court and more. Maple shaker style cabinets, granite couters in kitchen. Crown molding and Mohawk carpeting. Unit is backed by a green space with direct trail/access to lake. Vinyl sidings and insulated windows. Bargain Price.

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 Priced at $380,000

Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1.75
Home Size: 1,523 sq.ft. Community: Edmonds Bowl
County: Snohomish Property Type: Condo, Townhome
Year Built: 1978 MLS Number: 353007

Sought after El Capitan in idyllic downtown Edmonds~Sensational west facing unit with mountain & sound views, spectacular light! Complex just had massive renewal of exterior: windows, siding, decks & more--$70k assess. to each unit, FULLY PAID. 1 block from Main St., adorable shops, restaurants, beach & vibrant community close by! Floorplan lives like a house: elegant living & dining rooms, family rm off kit., 2 beds + den. Lanai off master/ living room. Garage, uncovered spot, storage unit!