Almaden Valley Real Estate Market Update – September 19, 2011

We saw a definite improvement between last week’s report and this week’s. The number of available homes in Almaden Valley decreased from 85 last week to 83 this week. In addition, the number of homes that are now under contract increased significantly, from 35% to 38%. Traditional (ie non-distressed) listings posted even better numbers; available homes decreased from 79 to 76, and the percentage under contract increased from 26% to 31%.

Interest rates have remained low, school is back in session and buyers are now back on the market after summer vacations. Open house traffic over the weekend was moderate. The Almaden Art and Wine Festival may have taken some of the traffic. But homes are still selling!! I now have 29 closed sales for 2011 as well as 7 pending!

Presentation on Bully-Proofing Your Child in Almaden Valley

Bullying is not just a harmless, normal part of growing up. It can cause devastating, lifelong problems. And it’s not going away all by itself. Most bullying situations can only be turned around with adult intervention and specific social and emotional skill-building.

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Therese Swan Launches Tool for Searching Almaden Valley Real Estate by School and/or 2011 API School Scores

graphic: Search by School and API ScoreTherese Swan, Almaden Valley’s #1 Realtor, has just released a new tool to help Almaden home buyers find the home of their dreams. Buyers can now search Almaden Valley Real Estate by School and/or 2011 API School Scores!

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Sitar performance by Cliff Winnig

Attend a free performance by musician Cliff Winnig at the Almaden Branch Library on October 1. Learn about this unique instrument as well as enjoying the music played by this accomplished artist. For more information visit http://www.sjpl.org/almaden

Almaden Senior Center Taking Cruise on USS Potomac

photo: USS PotomacJoin Almaden Senior Center for a cruise aboard the USS Potomac. USS Potomac served as Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s Presidential Yacht from 1936 until his death in 1945. It was known as F.D.R.’S “Floating White House.”

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Almaden Valley Real Estate Market Update – September 12, 2011

We experienced another week of slow but steady improvement of the Almaden Valley real estate market. The number of available homes remained steady at 85, but the number of pending listings increased from 35% to 36%. Traditional (ie non-distressed) sales showed similar activity, with available properties remaining at 79 and pending listings showing an increase from 26% to 28%. Mortgage rates remain at historic lows, and buyers appear to be taking advantage of this fact.

2011 Walk-a-Thon and Silent Auction for Los Alamitos Elementary School

logo: Los Alamitos Walk-a-Thon and Silent AuctionLos Alamitos Elementary School is holding its Walk-a-Thon and Silent Auction. This is the major fundraiser of the year for Los Alamitos.

The Walk-a-Thon and Silent Auction raise funds for Los Alamitos and the programs supported by its PTA, including the school’s S.M.A.R.T. programs (Science, Music, Art, Reading Lab, and Technology).

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Coastal Cleanup Day in Almaden Valley

logo: Coastal Cleanup DayBe a part of the solution to creek pollution! Come with friends, family, and lots of energy to one of the two Coastal Cleanup sites in Almaden Valley, which include Calero Creek and Los Alamitos Creek & Guadalupe Creek.

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Mad Science Crazy Chemworks After School Program at Almaden Valley Elementary Schools

logo: Mad ScienceMad Science presents “Crazy Chemworks,” an eight week after school program for children in 1st-5th grade.

The program explores a variety of exciting chemistry experiments including glow-in-the-dark technology and things that cling. Get more information about each week’s experiments.

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Healthy Trails Hike on Fortini, Mine, and Stile Ranch Trails

Join a Park Docent on a moderately challenging 2.5-mile hike on the Fortini, Mine, and Stile Ranch Trails (loop).

See beautiful views of the Santa Teresa hills, Calero Reservoir and the Almaden Valley. Bring sturdy hiking shoes, sun protection, and water.

Meet at the Stile Ranch entrance. The hike is Saturday, September 24, 2011, 9am-11am. For more information, call (408) 355-2240.