BRADLEY APPARTMENT IN ORCUTT, CA Construction for Bradley Orcutt Apartment buildings are underway on Bradley Road between Union Valley Expressway and Paterson Road after several months of steady construction by Vernon Construction.  The apartments are the newest apartments buidings in Orcutt and add to the new home developments in Orcutt, CA   A total of 216 apartments are forthcoming in addition to a nice park like setting and single-family homes.   Orcutt residents have mixed opinions with the new apartments and new homes likely increasing traffic traffic on Bradley Road as new apartments and homes increase traffic.    Like it or not, our community is expanding and growing.  What do you think about the growth expansion in Orcutt?   CESAR BAUTISTACABRE #01502692KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY8... 08/28/2017

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 NEW STARBUCKS IN ORCUTT EARLY 2018 If you've driven by the corner of Bradley and Clark Avenue you've noticed the new Starbucks construction across from Orcutt Burger.  From the design, the new Starbucks appears single-level and located at one of the busiest intersections in Orcutt and another hang-out area to relax and unwind.  The current Starbucks located inside Albertsons in Orcutt will continue service, in addition to the new Starbuck. As far as completion time, the landlord is completing construction and once construction is completed, Starbucks is able to complete the coffee shop in 6 weeks.  Opening date is still unknown but information receive seems to indicate the early 2018 or possibly before the new year.  Starbucks is a popular new business in the Orcutt community and locat... 08/26/2017

 New Orcutt, CA Housing Development If you've driven down So. Bradley Road between Woodmere Rd. and Amethyst Dr. recently, you've probably noticed heavy equipment trucks reconstructing a large field in preparation for a new housing development.   Vernon Construction is hard at work completing a County Housing Element Focused Rezoning Program and addressing housing needs of the Orcutt Community. In the coming months, Vernon Construction is constructing 214 apartment units, a community center, pool, tot lot, and common open spaces including a 3.46 acre park with basketball court, barbecues area, climbing rock and two public multi-use trails developed in a manner to reduce greenhouse emissions, including Energy Star appliances, energy efficient lighting, shade trees, and access to public t... 06/01/2016

  Orcutt, CA Farmer's Market:     Orcutt, CA Farmer's Market:  Location: CVS parking lot South Bradley/Clark Ave.  Time: Every Tuesday 10am - 1 pm Enjoy fresh, local fruits and vegetables.  Check it out.  Every Tuesday starting at 10 am and support local businesses.      Most of the products are organically grown. 05/24/2016

A hidden gem of a neighborhood in North Santa Barbara County.  Each of the East Valley Farms horse properties in Orcutt, CA are situated on 10-12 acres in a quiet country setting overlooking the Santa Maria valley.  There are a few horse boarding and training facilities located here and you will often see people on horseback riding through the neighborhood. The sandy trails allow you to ride off of the paved streets since East Valley Farms requires that space to be preserved between the road and property improvements like fences. Equine enthusiasts range from Western pleasure, trail riding and reining to dressage, jumping and cross-country. The gently rolling terrain of East Valley Farms horse properties is perfect for almost any equine activity.  The mild weather in Orcutt, CA means mo... 05/15/2014

2012 Orcutt CA Mid-Year Condos Real Estate Market Update The number of condos sold in the first half of 2012 increased 22%.  However, the average list price and sales price decreased quite a bit.  In fact, the average sales price decreased by 12%.  It will be interesting to see if this “trend” continues when looking at data for the last half of 2012.  It certainly feels like inventory shortages are driving prices upward but it will be interesting to see if that feeling is supported by the facts as they come in.  The number of short sales in this category more than doubled, and foreclosures edged down slightly.  I certainly hope to see the number of foreclosures continue to decline, in my opinion, short sales are often a better way of handling negative equity and the need to dispose of t... 12/23/2012

2012 Orcutt CA Mid-Year Condo Real Estate Market Update The number of condos sold in the first half of 2012 increased 22%.  However, the average list price and sales price decreased quite a bit.  In fact, the average sales price decreased by 12%.  It will be interesting to see if this “trend” continues when looking at data for the last half of 2012.  It certainly feels like inventory shortages are driving prices upward but it will be interesting to see if that feeling is supported by the facts as they come in.  The number of short sales in this category more than doubled, and foreclosures edged down slightly.  I certainly hope to see the number of foreclosures continue to decline, in my opinion, short sales are often a better way of handling negative equity and the need to dispose of th... 12/09/2012

2012 Orcutt CA Mid-Year Real Estate Market Update List prices and sales prices in Orcutt CA look relatively flat or stable even though here was an almost 50 % increase in the number of foreclosures sold.  The number of homes sold during this period also increased 34.5% in 2012.  Days on market shrank a bit, and price per square foot went down slightly, but clearly buyers can’t get enough of Orcutt homes. If you are considering selling your Orcutt CA home and you would like a comparative market analysis, feel free to contact my office at (805) 938-9950 and set up an appointment.  I specialize in short sales and distress sales.  If you are interested in buying a home in Orcutt CA, I will be happy to assist you and provide a list of available homes in Orcutt CA and the surrounding area. Tn... 07/15/2012

Address Date Size Detail Sale Type Sold Price 2136 Lake Marie Dr 4/20/12 2892 sq. ft. 4 bed / 3 bath Estate Sale $445,000 2325 Glacier Lane 5/18/12 3034 sq. ft. 4 bed / 3 bath Resale $495,000   If you’re looking for a unique custom homes in a private rural setting this is the place. Lake Marie Estates in Orcutt, California is located east of Highway 101, off the Clark Avenue exit. Just minutes from the center of Old Orcutt, shopping and other conveniences, Lake Marie Estates is the getaway that is not far away from it all.  Lake Marie is also a short commute to Vandenberg AFB.  Homes in Lake Marie Estates offer stunning views of the Santa Maria Valley and residents claim that Lake Marie enjoys a warmer microclimate due to the development’s elevated position.  Lake Marie Estates homes s... 06/25/2012

  Address Date Size Detail Sale Type Sold Price 4301 Edenbury Dr. 01/17/12 1884 sq.ft. 3 bed / 2 bath Short Sale $299,000 455 Meadowbrook Dr 02/08/12 2121 sq. ft. 4 bed / 3 bath Resale $350,000 985 Foxenwood Dr 03/09/12 2216 sq. ft. 3 bed / 3 bath Resale $380,000 4644 Brandon Ct 01/05/12 2144 sq. ft. 3 bed / 3 bath Short Sale $405,000 922 Quail Ridge Dr 03/29/12 2615 sq. ft. 4 bed / 3 bath Resale $405,500 933 Clubhouse Dr 03/02/12 4872 sq. ft. 5 bed / 5 bath Resale $410,000   The premier, well established neighborhood of Foxenwood Estates is nestled on the southwest side of Orcutt and offers one and two story larger homes on generous sized lots. Foxenwood Tennis & Swim Club is an optional amenity best fully enjoyed by residence in this community.  Foxenwood Estates is a fifteen minute ... 06/18/2012

        Orcutt CA 2011 2012 Homes Sold 89 120 Average List Price $294,569 $292,900 Average Sales Price $286,287 $283,515 Days on Market 110 94 $ per Square Foot $160 $148 Foreclosures 23 32 Short Sales 31 39   If you are considering selling your Orcutt CA home and you would like a comparative market analysis, feel free to contact my office at (805) 938-9950 and set up an appointment.  I specialize in short sales and distress sales.  If you are interested in buying a home in Orcutt CA, I will be happy to assist you and provide a list of available homes in Orcutt CA and the surrounding area.Tni LeBlanc is an independent Real Estate Broker, Attorney, Short Sale Agent, Certified HAFA Specialist (CHS), and Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) and Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource Ag... 06/14/2012

Address Date Size Detail Sale Type Sold Price 1571 Solomon View Rd 3/14/12 1689 sq.ft. 4 beds / 3 baths Short Sale $289,000 1581 Jensen Ranch Rd 3/23/12 1689 sq.ft. 4 beds / 3 baths Foreclosure $290,000 1585 Jensen Ranch Rd 3/8/12 1559 sq.ft. 3 beds / 2 baths Foreclosure $295,000 1586 Solomon View Rd 2/23/12 1820 sq.ft. 3 beds / 3 baths Short Sale $299,000 Jensen's Crossing is a newer community of homes tucked away behind Stillwell Road in Orcutt.  They were built in approximately 2004- 2006, and feature one and two story floor plans, vaulted ceilings, and depending on location, tremendous views.  This Orcutt community offers nearby walking trails and parks and offers convenient access to Highway 101, the Oak Knoll Shopping Center, restaurants and banks.  Nearby developments include Co... 06/10/2012

Address Date Size Detail Sale Type Sold Price 1515 Oak Knoll Rd. 11/21/11 1410 3 Bed/2 Bath Resale $230,000 1530 Tiffany Park Cir 08/03/11 1592 3 Bed/2 Bath Short Sale $240,000 1505 Tiffany Park Cir 06/21/11 1543 3 Bed/2 Bath Short Sale $260,000 1555 Tiffany Park Cir 1/5/11 1748 3 Bed/2 Bath Resale $275,000 4819 Tiffany Park Cir 12/23/11 1543 3 Bed/2 Bath Resale $280,000 1610 Jade Ct 12/10/11 1797 3 Bed/2Bath Short Sale $285,000 4663 Tiffany Park Cir 5/23/11 1927 3 Bed/2 Bath Resale $315,000 4806 Stillwell Rd 06/30/11 1832 3 Bed/3 Bath Resale $318,000 1590 Rhinestone Ct 07/21/11 1784 3 Bed/3 Bath ReSale $335,000 Tiffany Park is a beautiful, established neighborhood located in Orcutt, California.  Many of these homes were built in the mid 1980’s and sit on near quarter acre lots. Tiffan... 03/06/2012

Address Date Size Detail Sale Type Sold Price 735 Richmind Ct 6/10/11 1961 3 Bed/ 2 Bath ReSale $318,000 3104 Trisha Ct 9/1/11 1930 3 Bed/ 2 Bath ReSale $330,000 Rolling Hills Estates in Orcutt California is a small community of homes near Santa Maria Way. This community is tucked away near the Santa Maria Drive-in Theater, has several cul-de-sacs, and offers convenient freeway access.  Although not a gated community, through traffic is kept at a minimum as there is only one way in and out of this community.  The prime location is close to shopping, parks, banks and restaurants. Homes in Rolling Hills Estates are located in the Orcutt School District,* offer tile roofs, open floor plans, and were built in the early 1990’s.  Nearby communities include Sunrise Hills, Harvest Ranch, Tradi... 03/03/2012

  Address Date Size Detail Sale Type Sold Price 1131 Greenwich Ct 7/8/11 4 bed / 3 bath 2277 sq. ft. New $430,000 1172 Hastings Ct 10/26/11 3 bed / 3 bath 1879 sq. ft. New $440,068 1121 Greenwich Ct 5/9/11 4 bed / 3 bath 2277 sq. ft. New $445,000 1151 Greenwich Ct 4/22/11 3 bed / 3 bath 2372 sq. ft. New $499,000 Old Mill Run is a highly desirable neighborhood in Orcutt behind the well established Foxenwood Estates area and near the prestige neighborhoods of Lorraine Estatesand Deerfield Estates. These new homes (built by Capital Pacific) are tucked away but only a short hop from the newly revitalized Old Orcutt area. Old Mill Run homes range in size from 1800 to 3000 square feet of living space and offer one story and two story models with many different floor plans. Old Mill Run has p... 02/22/2012

2011 Real Estate Market Update -- Orcutt Homes Sales   Orcutt CA 2010 2011 Homes Sold 419 452 Average List Price $322,018 $289,805 Average Sales Price $315,069 $282,307 Days on Market 80 103 $ per Square Foot $171 $154 Foreclosures 127 138 Short Sales 96 123 Looking at the sales figures for 2011, the number of homes sold increased by about 8% in Orcutt. However, the average sales price went down 10% which is a considerable decline. Days on market increased to 103, so it took longer to sell a home in 2011. However, that figure is probably affected by the increase in short sale listings which stay on market while bank approval is obtained. Short sales increased by 28% in the Orcutt area. Foreclosures also increased but not as drastically -- they increased about 7%. Overall, the appetite f... 02/05/2012

  Oakridge Park Condos in Orcutt -- 2011 Real Estate Market Update Known for their distinctive brown wood shingle appearance, the Oakridge Park condos park like setting is visible when travelling down Clark Avenue.  Tucked away into discrete enclaves of clustered homes, the Oakridge Park condos offer a 2 bedroom one story plan and a two story 3 bedroom plan.  Each unit has a two car garage and many offer small patios out front and back.  Association dues cover a pool, spa, and tennis courts for resident use and are approximately $250 per month.  Built in the early 1980’s, the Oakridge Park development offers a lush wooded environment that truly makes these homes seem like a retreat even though they offer a central location.  They are close to the main shopping hub in downtown Orcutt and... 07/17/2011

  Orcutt Home Sales -  2011 Mid Year Real Estate Market Review Comparing the first half of 2010 in the Orcutt 93455 zip code to the first half of 2011, there are several differences that stand out.  Fewer sales overall, much lower average prices, more days on market, the number foreclosures decreasing, and the number of short sales increasing. The clear theme is lower and slower. Orcutt CA Jan - Jun 2010 Jan - Jun 2011 Homes Sold 189 158 Average Sales Price $328,255 $296,742 Days on Market 74 106 $ per Square Foot $176 $163 Foreclosures 55 47 Short Sales 44 57 If you are considering selling your Orcutt CA home and you would like a comparative market analysis, feel free to contact my office at (805) 938-9950 and set up an appointment.  I specialize in short sales and distress sales.  If ... 07/10/2011

  Knollwood Terrace Condos in Santa Maria, CA -- Real Estate Market Update Knollwood Terrace condos is a cluster of condos in Orcutt, located off of South Bradley Road and East Foster Road.  Low HOA dues include water, trash, insurance, exterior maintenance and more. There is also a pool and clubhouse for resident use. This development is close to shopping, banks, and restaurants. Excellent for first time buyers. The Knollwood Terrace Condos are also in close proximity to Vandenberg Air Force Base.Recent Knollwood Terrace Condo Sales: Address Date Size Detail Sale Type Sold Price 1152 Hilltop Rd #A 5/5/11 1125 sq.ft. 3bed/2bath Regular Sale $189,900 1173 Sumner Pl #D 1/21/11 1276 sq.ft. 3bed/2bath Short Sale $150,000 1160 Sumner Pl #B 6/27/11 1012 sq.ft. 2bed/2bath Foreclosure $145,500 ... 07/07/2011