The Emerald Hills Blog

I really liked the home at 7 Cirrus Court when I first saw it this summer.   It had a lot of positives going for it — It’s a large house (over 3k square feet) with a layout that’s very suitable for entertaining, but it doesn’t lose the feeling of a family home.   It’s a tough balance to strike, but it works here.   The location is great for families with school age kids, since Roy Cloud School is literally right behind the home.   Finally, being on a cul-de-sac is a definitely a plus.

There were only two reservations I had about the home is that when if first listed.  First, the list price of $1,779,000 was going to be a challenge in this economy.  Second, the kitchen was a bit dated for a home in this price range.    Well, I’m happy to see that both of these issues have been resolved.   The kitchen has been beautifully updated, including brand new granite countertops.   And the list price has been dropped almost $200,000 to $1,599,000.

Here’s a link with more information on this home:   7 Cirrus Court.

So if you haven’t seen this home for awhile, it’s worth taking a second look at.   If you haven’t seen this home yet, definitely put it on your list.

(MLS # 80818616, listed by John Herrmann of RE/MAX Today)

It was a good week for homes sales on the hill. More homes sold above their original list price than below, which reverses the previous trend, although probably temporarily. There are some great new homes on the market this week — I’m sure 919 Stony Hill will attract LOTS of attention.

Have a great week!

Home Sales

• 3527 Oak Knoll Dr: (Pictured above) Sale Price: $1,587,000. Original List Price: $1,550,000. Difference: $37,000 over original list. This contemporary work of art didn’t last long on the market — DOM: 12 Days. MLS# 80808130, listed by Brian Chancellor of Alain Pinel Realtors.
• 3564 Highland Ave: Sale Price: $1,750,000. Original List Price: $1,799,888. Difference: $49,888 below original list. DOM: 24 Days. MLS# 80804826, listed by Steve Eldridge of RE/MAX Today.
• 1959 Fernside St: Sale Price: $1,560,000. Original List Price: $1,450,000. Difference: $110,000 over original list. DOM: 13 Days. MLS# 80809394, listed by Sabine Dillon of Coldwell Banker.
• 3753 Farm Hill Blvd: Sale Price: $830,000. Original List Price: $675,000. Difference: $155,000 over original list, which is a whopping 22%. DOM: 7 Days. MLS# 80806154, listed by Steve Nevarez of Lakami Professional Realty.
• 3570 Oak Knoll Dr: Sale Price: $675,000. Original List Price: $789,900. Difference: $114,900 below original list. DOM: 52 Days. MLS# 80776525, listed by Rafael Castro of Prudential California Realty.

New Listings

• 919 Stony Hill Rd: (Pictured Above) $1,299,000 — 4BR/3BA, 2,214 sq ft on a 7,700 square foot lot. This looks like it has everything — great location close to Roy Cloud School, recently updated and it has a big yard. The fourth bedroom is a plus for families. I haven’t seen this one yet, but on paper it looks pretty nice. MLS# 80815201, listed by Violaine Mraihi of Coldwell Banker.
• 630 Castle Hill Rd: $2,800,000 — 3BR/3.5BA, 4,095 sq ft on a 41,000 square foot lot. MLS# 80814412, listed by John Donahue of Carlmont Associates.
• 266 Upland Rd: $1,950,000 — 4BR/4+BA, 3,000 sq ft on a 9,500 square foot lot. MLS# 80814051, listed by Kelly Lawson of Alain Pinel Realtors.
• 682 Handley Tr: $1,388,888 — 3BR/2.5BA, 2,250 sq ft on a 13,200 square foot lot. MLS# 80814085, listed by Dana Cappiello of Cashin Company.
• 828 Canyon Rd: $1,150,000 — 3BR/2BA, 2,000 sq ft (per seller) on a 7,550 square foot lot. MLS# 80814015, listed by Vicky Constantini of Alain Pinel Realtors.