uncategorized/cost-of-living-money-oil-etc/80/ An article in todays Union Tribune discusses Chairman Bernanke’s signal to Congress that there will be another rate cut. Making money even less expensive. That is good news for homebuying,i.e. getting a loan. With the conforming limits having been raised and the cost of money being cut, it makes it attainable to get a Continue…
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uncategorized/january-2008-closing-statistics/81/ With everything going on in the real estate market, nothing tells the truth more than the actual numbers. The following blog is a template for something new we will be doing on a monthly basis for 92101 Urban Living. In this graph you can see that the quantity of units sold in January ‘07 Continue…
uncategorized/let-your-voice-be-heard-public-opinion-called-for-in-development-of-new-civic-center/59/ One of the beautiful things about living in downtown San Diego is that this fine city is still growing it’s idenity and the community can help to mold this idenity into one complimenting it’s resident’s. The city has recently planned to cut a plan with a private developer to destruct and rebuild the 1960s-era Continue…
downtown-san-diego-real-estate/hilton-san-diego-bayfront-out-with-the-old-and-polluted-and-in-with-the-new-and-profitable/58/ Another major transformation is being completed in Downtown San Diego. Out with the old and in with the new, and improved in this case. For the past eight years Hilton has worked on the transformation of the heavily polluted former Campbell Shipyard; adjacent to the new hotel site. The Campbell Shipyard operated from 1910 Continue…
Opening Day as a deadline
By Pete in Downtown San Diego Urban Lifestyle with 0 Comments
downtown-san-diego-urban-lifestyle/opening-day-as-a-deadline/57/ My business partner once made a great observation. He said, it’s great to live in a neighborhood where opening day at Petco Park in Downtown San Diego is a deadline for new businesses, restaurants and shops. How true. All the new places are trying to be open for the masses that come down for Continue…
downtown-san-diego-urban-lifestyle/a-day-at-the-park-petco-park/56/ Today my wife and I took our six year old to ride her bike at Petco Park. As usual, she did a couple of loops between the trees and then made a bee-line to the playground. We followed her, pushing our newborn in her stroller. What was different about this day, and pretty awesome Continue…
downtown-san-diego-real-estate/realtors-housing-picture-in-state-wont-improve-soon/19/ The sky is falling, the sky is falling… oh wait. It’s still up there. Blue, with fluffy clouds. An occasional airplane flying into our beautiful city. According to the article in today’s UT, Homesale forecasts for next year will be at 334,500 for 2008. which is down 9 percent. NINE PERCENT people. Call in Continue…
downtown-san-diego-urban-lifestyle/fit-athletic-welcome-to-the-east-village/55/ The East Village is in an exciting state of transformation. Several premiere residential high-rises have been completed over the past couple years and now the local businesses are popping up, giving the East Village an urban artistic flare setting itself apart from the rest of downtown. There is Basic , an urban kitchen and Continue…
downtown-san-diego-real-estate/downtown-san-diego-2008-hot-buyers-market/54/ Everyone here at 92101 Urban Living remains optimistic about the Downtown San Diego market. We have had a surge in calls from investors and buyers ready to take advantage of this current state of the market. We are currently experiencing a HOT buyers market here in Downtown San Diego. The median resale condo price Continue…
downtown-san-diego-urban-lifestyle/evening-in-the-east-village-support-your-neighborhood/50/ This February 29th from 5-9pm, join fellow Downtown resident’s in the ever-evolving East Village for a ‘Evening in the East Village: A Social Stroll’ This is a great opportunity to support local businesses and get to know your community. ‘The night features an eclectic blend of open-use gatherings with the retailers, restaurants and organizations Continue…
downtown-san-diego-real-estate/sapphire-new-upcoming-residential-high-rise/53/ San Diego is constantly up-ing the bar on downtown San Diego living. Sapphire is a new residential high-rise expected to be completed by the end of this year. Check out this video and see what to expect for future developments…
downtown-san-diego-real-estate/pedestrian-bridge-development-gets-reevaluated/51/ Originally, when the Pedestrian Bridge was envisioned (4 years ago), officials agreed to make the bridge an iconic entryway into downtown. (*See the previous blog on thePedestrianBridge*) The previous plan for a $12.8 million budget has swelled to more than $30 million which has caused official to rethink their original goal and design. Continue…
downtown-san-diego-urban-lifestyle/just-a-thought-a-good-one/43/ A stunning break through in the world of San Diego news! We werent built around an oil field, silver mine or any other such thing that would cause us to board up our windows and abandon our town. I am not kidding. Its true. San Diego is actually a destination city only becoming better Continue…
downtown-san-diego-urban-lifestyle/february-events/49/ Downtown San Diego Events for February 2008 Outdoors • Farmers Market: Third Avenue/San Diego-9:00am to 1:00pm Downtown San Diego @ 3rd Ave and J St • Petco Park-US Sevens: International Rugby Feb. 9th-10th Music Venues/Shows • HOB monthly Schedule • 4th & B monthly schedule • The Casbah (rock, experimental, garage, soul) • Folsom Continue…
downtown-san-diego-urban-lifestyle/downtown-san-diego-web-cams-view-downtown-live-247/48/ Want to see San Diego live? The Union Tribune’s website signonsandiego.com broadcasts live webcams that are set throughout Downtown highlighting the different neighborhoods. View Downtown San Diego from your home anytime. It’s a great way to tour the area and see for yourself what each neighrborhood looks like. They also highlight residential high-rises…..Check it Continue…
San Diego Farmers’ Market
By Mike in Downtown San Diego Urban Lifestyle with 0 Comments
downtown-san-diego-urban-lifestyle/san-diego-farmers-market/47/ My favorite way to start off a Sunday morning is to walk out my door, down 2 blocks and go to the downtown 3rd Avenue Farmers Market. I recommend starting off with an organic coffee or juice and then just cruise and enjoy the sights, smells, and tastes of what local San Diego farmers Continue…
downtown-san-diego-urban-lifestyle/the-2008-usa-sevens-return-to-san-diego/46/ San Diego welcomes back the USA Sevens Tournament! The Sevens Tournament is the largest Rugby event in North America. Last year the tournament was a huge success drawing avid rugby fans and curious spectators alike. This years games are not to be missed! Unfamiliar with Ruby or the logistics of the game? Doesnt matter, Continue…
downtown-san-diego-urban-lifestyle/gaslamp-districts-annual-mardi-gras-celebration-returns/45/ February 5th, from 6pm until midnight is when the party takes place. Mardi Gras is French for ‘Fat Tuesday’ and is more or less the last day for Catholics to ‘Indulge’ before Ash Wednesday. Many local businesses, restaurants, bands, DJs, and more are involved in the celebration.
downtown-san-diego-urban-lifestyle/downtown-san-diego-restaurant-weekdont-miss-it/44/ For those of you that live in San Diego and for those of you that don’t, this is a great opportunity to expand your taste palate for San Diego’s numerous culinary delights. Twice a year in 2008, January 27 – February 1, 2008 and then June 22 – June 27, 2008, you can experience Continue…
Downtown San Diego Parking 101
By Mike in Downtown San Diego Real Estate with 0 Comments
downtown-san-diego-real-estate/downtown-san-diego-parking-101/41/ Alright.here is some very useful information. If you live in Downtown San Diego or are planning to relocate.READ THIS!!! Parking in downtown can be a giant pain and costly! Meters, street sweeping, holiday and special event parking, tons of different colored curbs, inch regulations from car to curb.and with all this, the city of Continue…