Ventura County’s  26th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. DayThe holiday celebration will begin with a Freedom March at 8 a.m. from Plaza Park at C and Fifth streets in Oxnard that will go to the performing arts center, 800 Hobson Way.The program, which will cost $6 and begin at 9 a.m., will include a keynote speech by Oxnard Police Chief Jeri Williams. There will be the Youth Choir, which will perform spiritual songs at the Oxnard Performing Arts Center after a Martin Luther King Jr. Day march. The choir will be conducted by Janetta Nix.Call Nix at 758-4121 or Mary Ann Woodard at 236-5519 for more information about the choir. Call 486-2424 for tickets to the celebration at the performing arts center. 01/15/2012

The Oxnard data shows us that we sold just under 4% less Oxnard Single Family Homes in 2011 than we did in 2010, not a drastic drop at all. The Oxnard home prices as illustrated below declined but by a mere 3.77% on average. Look at the Average Oxnard list price to the Oxnard Sold price, it shows on average the sold price came in at 98.12% of the list price. The months of supply show that the Oxnard Real Estate Market falls in the "Sellers Market! 01/12/2012

  This iPad Art Workshop is being held at the Carnegie Art Museum in Oxnard.  This workshop will present an informal get together with artist Daniel Reder, who will introduce the art application ArtRage and demonstrate his techniques.   Reservations suggested. This event will be held on January 13th from 3-5pm. See what else is going on at this Oxnard Art Museum....Carnegie Art Museum       01/06/2012

How to Recycle or Dispose of your Christmas Tree in Oxnard, CA 2011You can cut and trim your tree to fit the “Yard” waste cart and place it out for pick-up on the proper day. The lid must be able to be closed. No ‘flocked’ trees allowed.Or you can drop off your tree at this location: From Monday, December 26 – Saturday, January 14 Del Norte Regional Recycling & Transfer Station 111 South Del Norte Blvd. (between Sturgis Rd. & Fifth St.) (Roll-off Container next to buyback center. Enter on Del Norte Blvd.) Monday – Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Closed Sundays. Or you can place your Christmas tree curbside by 6:00 a.m. on your regular collection day - Monday, December 27 – Thursday, January 12 Only!Please leave your tree out until collected. For trees placed curbside after January 13, ... 01/01/2012

Oxnard, CA Beach and Marina Year-to-date Market Report for Month Ending November 2011This report covers the Beach and Marina area of Oxnard. I have separated the regions because they are two distinct living areas that have different market influences.Here is the current report for the City of Oxnard AreaThe first report below shows the current year to date activity through November 30, 2011. And the one below that covers last year’s activity during the same time period.By studying both reports, you can see that in 2011, at the beach and marina areas of Oxnard, there were more listings than last year; the average sales price is lower and the market time is slightly longer. This is line with other area reports except in the number of listings here.   To view the current Ventura Market Rep... 12/31/2011

Oxnard, CA Year-to-date Market Report for Month Ending November 2011This report covers the City of Oxnard and excludes the Beach and Marina area. I have separated the areas because they are two distinct living areas that have different market influences.The current report for the Beach and Marina Area The first report below shows the current year to date activity through November 30, 2011. And the one below that covers last year’s activity during the same time period.By studying both reports, you can see that in 2011, in the city of Oxnard, there were fewer listings, the average sales price is lower and the market time is longer. To view the current Ventura Market Report  Please be aware that this report is a small snapshot of these areas and neighborhoods vary. Please contact me for a ... 12/31/2011

One of my fave Christmas traditions that hubby and I love is visiting Christmas Tree Lane up in the city of Oxnard’s Historical District.  Last night, hubby and I introduced some of our friends to this treasured holiday event.If you've never seen this area, it is all about some of the city’s oldest homes, dating back to 1911.  Most of the homeowners here have taken great pride in the charm of this historic neighborhood and surrounding community and that pride is reflected in the ten blocks of carefully restored homes ranging from Craftsman, Spanish Colonials and Period Revival bungalows.The 144 homes in this district were placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1999 because it has one of the highest ratios of contributing structures: meaning the homes have not been greatl... 12/21/2011

Really?  Chase offers qualifying distressed homeowners up to $30,000.00 for going the short-sale route?  I read about it online.  As a Real Estate Professional I was intrigued by this because I know there are a lot of distressed homeowners who would like to know what the qualifications are for this short-sale incentive.  Imagine being able to use this in a conversation with my clients, Mr. and Mrs. Homeowner: Me: “Hello Mr. and Mrs. Distressed Homeowner with a Chase loan, you might qualify for a program being offered by your lender, Chase, who is offering up to $30,000.00 for going the short-sale route. Client:  Up to $30,000.00, this is a miracle!  They’re actually going to help me by giving me money to do a short sale?  How much money are we eligible for? Me:  Well, you have to qualif... 12/18/2011

  Oxnard is one of the best beach communities in Ventura County. Much of Oxnard is just minutes from some of the counties best beaches as well as the shopping and entertainment destinations of Channel Islands.   Right now, there are dozens of properties in Oxnard that are eligible for up to $30,000 in down payment assistance. Many of these properties are not REO's or short sales but actual equity sales with really motivated sellers like this property. This wonderful 3bd/2ba DRIFTWOOD SWIM & RACQUET CLUB home offers nearly 1,500 sq. ft. of living space on a nearly 6,000 sq. ft. lot. This wonderful home has been recently remodeled and is totally move in ready.  This is not some run-down, dumpy REO either.  This is a standard sale with a real live motivated seller.   But, there's more too.... 12/16/2011

Oxnard Real Estate Market Report for November 2011 Oxnard Ocean Beach Area Real Estate for November 2011   Some interesting facts from data illustrated below........... Distressed Properties (Short Sales & Bank Owned) make up 23% of the Active Listings Distressed Properties (Short Sales & Bank Owned) make up 81% of the Listings under Contract Distressed Properties (Short Sales & Bank Owned) make up 56% of the Sold Listings Average Days on Market (DOM) for Active Listings is 226 Average Days on Market (DOM) for Listings under Contract is 173 Average Days on Market (DOM) for Sold Listings is 121 Originally published at Ventura County Real Estate Center 12/13/2011

Oxnard Real Estate Market Report for November 2011 Some interesting facts from data illustrated below........... Distressed Properties (Short Sales & Bank Owned) make up 61% of the Active Listings Distressed Properties (Short Sales & Bank Owned) make up 82% of the Listings under Contract Distressed Properties (Short Sales & Bank Owned) make up 65% of the Sold Listings Average Days on Market (DOM) for Active Listings is 117 Average Days on Market (DOM) for Listings under Contract is 166 Average Days on Market (DOM) for Sold Listings is 97 Originally published at Ventura County Real Estate Center 12/13/2011

Those Pesky Mello Roos fees (also known as the Community Facilities District Act enacted by the California State Legislature in 1982) are hog-tieing communities in Southern California.  Created as an "end run" around Proposition 13, not controlled by the inflation rate nor the will of the people but by developers and cities to fund infrastructure and improvements such as schools, roads, streets, water, sewage and drainage, electricity, parks and police protection have outlived their usefulness and need to be reconsidered. While property tax is assessed as percentage of the value of the home, Mello-Roos is independent and could rise or lower and is not subject to Proposition 13.  In this declining real estate market properties in communities with these pesky fees are almost impossible to... 12/08/2011

North Oxnard, Calif.  October 2011 Market Report for Cypress PointeNorth Oxnard, is one of Oxnard prestigious areas. It has many desirable communities. Today’s Market Report will focus on the communities of PetersRidge, Cypress Point and RiverRidge. The report encompasses today’s market, year to date to October 31, 2011. And for comparison, you will see last year’s homes that sold within that same time frame.Some of these homes back to the RiverRidge Golf Course,  a highly rated public golf course. Cypress Pointe As with the homes at PetersRidge and throughout California, the homes did better last year in sales prices. The lower sales prices, though, have generated slightly more activity. These reports are just  small snapshots of the community. For an in-depth review, please contact me... 11/30/2011

North Oxnard, Calif.  October 2011 Market Report for RiverRidgeNorth Oxnard, is one of Oxnard prestigious areas. It has many desirable communities. Today’s Market Report will focus on the communities of PetersRidge, Cypress Point and RiverRidge. The report encompasses today’s market, year to date to October 31, 2011. And for comparison, you will see last year’s homes that sold within that same time frame.Some of these homes back to the RiverRidge Golf Course,  a highly rated public golf course. RiverRidge The homes in RiverRidge seem to be having a better sales experience than the homes in PetersRidge and Cypress Point. As you can see the activity is good and the sales prices seem to be higher this year than last, which is trending differently right now than the other homes. These repor... 11/30/2011

North Oxnard, Calif.  October 2011 Market Report for PetersRidge North Oxnard, is one of Oxnard prestigious areas. It has many desirable communities. Today’s Market Report will focus on the communities of PetersRidge, Cypress Point and RiverRidge. The report encompasses today’s market, year to date to October 31, 2011. And for comparison, you will see last year’s homes that sold within that same time frame.Some of these homes back to the RiverRidge Golf Course,  a highly rated public golf course. Peters Ridge As you can see from the report, the homes that sold last year fared better, mainly in the price category than this year’s crop. However, the market is more active this year. Click to see the reports for : Cypress Pointe RiverRidge These reports are just  small snapshots of the com... 11/30/2011

Oxnard is ringing in the Holiday Season with several festive events. On Friday, December 2 at 5:30pm, the Christmas Tree will be light in Plaza Park 500 S C Street. On Friday night, December 2 from 5pm to 10pm, one can take in the Pagoda Music and Light Show at Plaza Park, 500 S C Street. On Saturday, December 3rd, Santa will make his entrance in the Annual Oxnard Christmas Parade, which will begin at 10am, in the Downtown Oxnard Streets of A, 5th and C. This is going to be a very festive few days, weather should be a bit brisk, so dress in layers.  For more specific details, check out DowntownOxnard 11/29/2011

Woodies Surfboards and Art Exhibit What a display the Murphy Auto Museum is hosting every weekend until December 18th. Nothing conjures up images of classic California Beach lifestyle more than the great American Woodie automobiles, and the surfboards that always go alongside. Owners of Woodies from Los Angeles, Ventura and Santa Barbara counties will display their cars at the museum, and the display of  surfboards  have been made by Ventura County residents. A display of art work showcasing Woodies will include featured artists Evelyn Jenkins Drew and Ralph Allen Massey. Evelyn Drew's artwork has been used on the Surfrider label of Rosenthal Estate Wines . Paintings by Ralph Allen Massey will include "After Hours" and "Hawaii 48". The exhibit is sponsored Rosenthal Estate Wines. The Mu... 11/11/2011

  Oxnard is one of the best beach communities in Ventura County. Much of Oxnard is just minutes from some of the counties best beaches as well as the shopping and entertainment destinations of Channel Islands.   Right now, there are dozens of properties in Oxnard that are eligible for up to $30,000 in down payment assistance. Many of these properties are not REO's or short sales but actual equity sales with really motivated sellers like this property. This wonderful 3bd/2ba DRIFTWOOD SWIM & RACQUET CLUB home offers nearly 1,500 sq. ft. of living space on a nearly 6,000 sq. ft. lot. This wonderful home is totally move in ready.  This is not some run-down, dumpy REO either.  This is a standard sale with a real live motivated seller.   But, there's more too. This DRIFTWOOD SWIM & RACQUET C... 11/04/2011

Oxnard Real Estate Resale Market Report as of 10-31-2011 A few facts to go along with the chart below. The average Days on Market (DOM) for the Active Listings is 126 days. The average Days on Market (DOM) for Listings under Contract is 152. The average Days on Market (DOM) for Sold Listings is 105. Distressed properties (Bank Owned and Short Sales) make up 74% of the Active Llistings. Distressed properties (Bank Owned and Short Sales) make up 82% of the Listings under Contract. Distressed properties (Bank Owned and Short Sales) make up 56% of the Sold Listings. originally published at ventura county real estate center     11/03/2011

3 Q 2011 Market Report Oxnard Beach, Hollywood BeachThere are three really nice Beach Areas located in Oxnard, Calif, Ventura County. They are called Silver Strand Beach, Hollywood Beach, and Oxnard Shores.It rumored that Hollywood Beach got its name because Rudolph Valentino filmed part of a silent film there and Clark Gable was said to have had a home there, too.This current 3 Quarter Market Report, which covers activity from January 1, 2011 to September 30, 2011, also compares current activity to the same period this time last year.At the end of each report, you will find a link that takes you to the other beach areas for more comparisons. A general map of the area can also be found there.Please note that this is the most basic of reports and if you wish a detailed review of any of t... 10/29/2011