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Monday, November 29, 2010

SANTA IS COMING TO GRAND PARK

Santa Claus is coming to town Sunday



Santa Claus will arrive in Grand Park on Sunday, December 5 during the Aliso Viejo Community Association's (AVCA) Winter Holiday Event


The City is a community partner in the roughly 3-hour holiday event, which attracts people of all ages to the Grand Park/Town Center Amphitheater for a festive seasonal celebration.


The fun kicks off at 4:30 p.m. and includes live entertainment; complimentary cookies and hot chocolate; and tons of holiday cheer.


Besides the arrival of jolly old St. Nick and his jovial bride, visitors will enjoy the official lighting of the holiday tree.


Kids can also visit with Santa after the formal program.


For more information about the Dec. 5 event, call 949-243-7411 or visit www.avca.net.

Tuesday, November 23, 2010

Real Estate Statistics for Oct 23 thru Nov 23rd, 2010

264 Active listings in Aliso Viejo out of which 112 are not distressed sales.

62 Leases on the market in Aliso Viejo

167 listings are in Back up or Pending Status out of which 34 of them are not distressed sales

We closed 42 Sales in this time period.

Prices are low and rates are so good, if you want to get into something, now is the time.

Here are some more statistics during this time period:

Time on Market UNITS



1-30 Days 3


31-60 Days 14


61-90 Days 10


91-120 Days 1


121-180 Days 6


More than 180 Days 8


Total Units Sold 42


Average Market Time 106

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Types of Financing UNITS


AITD 0


ASSM 0


CONV 22


CASH 5


FHA 14


CAL 0


LANDC 0


OTH 1


OWN 0


PRVT 0


TRUST 0


VA 0


NO FINANCING REPORTED 0


TOTAL 42





Monday, November 22, 2010

Sparks of Love Toy Drive at the Fire Station in AV

Contribute to Firefighters' Spark of Love Toy Drive



The public is invited to help needy children during the holidays through the Spark of Love Toy Drive that runs through December 24.


The Spark of Love campaign began in 1993 in cooperation with ABC7 and local firefighters throughout Orange, Riverside, Los Angeles, San Bernardino and Ventura counties.


Spark of Love combines efforts with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program, Orange County Social Services Agency's Operation Santa Claus program and the St. Vincent de Paul Holiday Charities program. Working together as the Orange County Toy Collaborative, these groups collect and distribute about 250,000 toys annually to underprivileged children throughout Orange County.


Community members can drop off new, unwrapped toys or sports equipment to Aliso Viejo Fire Station 57, which is located at 57 Journey.






For more information, call OCFA Education Specialist Polly Bowen at 949-349-9425.













Friday, November 19, 2010

SNOW FEST POSTPONED DUE TO RAIN!

Snow Fest postponed until January due to expected rain


The City's popular Snow Fest event scheduled for Saturday, November 20 has been rescheduled to January 22 due to forecasted rain.


People who have already pre-registered for the sold-out family event are set for the January 22 date and should save the wristbands they received from the City in order to enter the snow areas.


For more information, call 949-425-2537 during normal office hours. To stay apprised about this event and other City news, stay tuned to the City's eNewsletter and website at www.cityofalisoviejo.com and follow the City on Twitter.













The City of Aliso Viejo, which incorporated July 1, 2001, encompasses approximately 7 square miles with over 46,123 residents. The City's annual budget is roughly $30 million. The City supports a thriving business community with companies such as Pacific Life Insurance Co.; United Parcel Service (UPS); Clarient; Valeant Pharmaceuticals; Q-Logic; Lennar Homes; Buy.Com; Fluor Daniel; Pepsi Bottling, Inc.; Shea Homes; the Renaissance ClubSport Hotel; and Bausch and Lomb. Aliso Viejo has 23 parks, vast open space and top-notch amenities including the Aliso Viejo Ranch and the City's new Conference Center and Aquatic Center. The City of Aliso Viejo welcomes you to "Experience It All." The City is also celebrating 2010 as the Year of the Youth. For more information, visit www.cityofalisoviejo.com.

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

Aliso Viejo Snow Event Sold OUT! waiting list being formed

Snow Fest 2010 sold out but waiting list available

Aliso Viejo's popular Snow Fest event sold out within two days of pre-event registration that started on Saturday and ended Monday.


Snow Fest takes place in three sessions between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on November 20. The event transforms Grand Park at Aliso Viejo Town Center into a winter wonderland complete with snow.

Pre-event registration is required to attend Snow Fest, as no tickets will be sold at the event.


However, the City is compiling a waiting list for the possibility of adding a fourth session, which will be dependent on the weather forecast and other factors. If you are still interested in adding your name to the waiting list for the potential fourth session, e-mail Kristin Olsen at kolsen@cityofalisoviejo.com.









Market Update Oct 8 thru Nov 8 , 2010

WE have 271 current Active Listings on the Market. Out of the 271 there are 129 normal sales and the rest are shortsales or foreclosed properites.

We have 157 condos and homes in ESCROW. Out of 157, 29 of those are normal sales, not shortsales or foreclosed.

We closed 43 Sales in this same time period.

The interesting thing about this market is that Rates are so low and prices have been down for so long, that if you are even thinking of purchasing a home, now is the time! It is also a good time to scale down or move up by selling what you have and buying something bigger for a lot less than what you would have paid a few years ago.

Friday, November 5, 2010

Some photos from the Fall Harvest Event

Despite the chance of rain, there was a huge turnout and lots of fun for all!





FREE KIDS CONCERT NOV 11, 2010

Hullaboo Children's Concert Nov. 11



Calling all parents, caretakers and kids: If you want to enjoy a fun-filled morning with songs that make kids sing, dance, laugh, clap and stomp their feet, then head to the free Hullabaloo Concert on Thursday, Nov. 11.


The Aliso Viejo Community Association (AVCA) concert is from 11:00 to 11:45 a.m. at the Grand Park/Town Center Amphitheater. It features Hullabaloo band members who are sure to delight kids and adults alike. The City of Aliso Viejo is a community partner in the event that complements the City's 2010 celebration of the Year of the Youth.


As an added bonus, moms who come to the park early can join Stroller Strides and push their kids in their strollers, meet other moms and enjoy an hour-long workout. The free workout is from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.


For more information, visit www.avca.net.