What Exactly Will Be At The Promenade at Dublin Ranch?
What Exactly Will Be At The Promenade at Dublin Ranch?
Just the other day I received notice from the city of Dublin about a City Council meeting to discuss the rezoning a North West parcel which is part of the Promenade at Dublin Ranch. Charter Properties and KB homes are proposing more high density housing to be built on the once promised high-end retail and ‘Dublin Ranch Downtown’ known as the Promenade. Will this be the first step in rezoning the entire Promenade at Dublin Ranch?
On September 2oth at 7:00pm in the City Council Chamber located at 100 Civic Plaza in Dublin the City Council will hear the request of the rezoning and we urge you to attend and voice your opinion to the rezoning.
I have been in communication with city leaders about the recent article published at AroundDublinBlog.com, where I am a contributor on real estate topics. In a recent article there has been a lot of controversy between residents, the City of Dublin and Charter Properties as to exactly what will happen to all or part of the Promenade at Dublin Ranch. There is now a follow up article at AroundDublinBlog.com to the responses like the one I received below.
In an email I received from the City of Dublin
‘KB Homes/Charter Properties are requesting that the Public/Semi Public property (3.1 acres) and a small, back portion of the commercial property be rezoned. The rezoning of the commercial piece doesn’t impact the retail buildings along the main street but rather removes two commercial buildings set in the back and their related parking. It is anticipated that the square footage of these two buildings will be absorbed in the main street retail buildings.’
We rarely take sides on hot topic issues like this, but this needs attention from the entire Dublin Ranch community. The Promenade was one of the largest selling points for residents of Dublin Ranch and adding more high density housing to an already congested neighborhood is not going to help the real estate market in the Dublin Ranch Villages.
We urge you to attend the meeting on September 20th to hear what the plans exactly are and voice your opinions.
Retirement Communities Pleasanton, Danville & Livermore
Where will you retire in the Tri Valley?
From The Village at Ironwood in Pleasanton to Rossmoor in Walnut Creek, retirement age residents have choices.
Every community is different, but a majority offer a range from active lifestyles to assisted living.
As Realtors in Pleasanton we have clients who come from Castro Valley, Livermore, Danville and across the states looking to retire in communities close to family.
Rossmoor in Walnut Creek
Rossmoor is a senior adult community located just outside of Walnut creek on 1,800 acres with 6,700 residential units. Rossmoor is gated community complete with clubhouse, card room, library, theatre and has a farmers market in the summer. They were also named one of the best places to retire in America in 2008.
The Village at Ironwood Pleasanton
Recently approved by the city of Pleasanton, the Village at Ironwood is centrally located within Pleasanton and will offer single family homes. Currently Ponderosa Homes is seeking feedback from perspective buyers of this community to design a community and units to fit the needs of owners. For more information on The Village at Ironwood, contact the Moxley Team at 925.600.0990.
Stoneridge Creek Pleasanton
Approved by the city of Pleasanton along with the Staples Ranch development in Pleasanton. Stoneridge Creek in Pleasanton will offer residents single family homes (with a garage), walking trails, park, theatre, restaurant, art studio… A timeframe is unknown on move in times for residents and construction of units, but Stoneridge Creek is taking deposits on homes.
Heritage Estates in Livermore
A great location in Livermore, close to Downtown, golfing and wineries. Heritage Estates says it’s five star fun, from the website they show having a Wii party and an Oscar party… Not bad. There is not info about living packages on the site, so a personal visit is best.
No matter where you live, relocating to one of these communities is an important decision. For more information on moving into one of these communities from your current home, please let the Moxley Team know. 925.600.0990
Fed Plans to Stop Purchasing Mortgages
Interest Rates Set to Rise this Spring
A concern for home buyers, builders and investors is that the Federal Reserve plans to stop purchasing mortgages at the end of March. This action could bring interest rates higher from the current low of around 5.2%. With strong signs of the economy improving some like Thomas Hoenig, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City see reasons to be optimistic about the economy. Some see the Fed’s action coming in March will increase interest rates a point and slow the currently improving real estate market and overall economy. See the full story here: Fed Plan to Stop Buying Mortgages
With an increase of home values in many Tri Valley areas, if interest rates increase, will this slow down the tri valley real estate market?
Top 10 Mistakes Home Buyers Make When Buying
10 Deadly Mistakes to avoid When Buying a Home
If you are looking for homes for sale in Pleasanton or a Dublin Ranch Condo… You need to avoid these 10 Mistakes Buyers Make.
1. Making an offer and not being prequalified- Being prequalified will make everything in your life easier. If you think you qualify for a Pleasanton home at $800,000, you may not be. A lender will look at your income, debt, etc. to determine the price range you can afford. This is the 1st step you as a home buyer need to take.
2. Skipping a Home Inspection- When you are buying that beautiful home don’t try to save money by passing on an inspection. A lot of what an inspector looks for is hiding.
3. Limiting your search to open houses, ads or the internet- Many times a home in a newspaper or magazine is sold by the time it hits the stand. As for the internet, a lot of information is out of date because not all websites use direct feeds from the MLS. Contact a Realtor who specializes in the Pleasanton neighborhood you are interested in, they will get you into a home before an open house and get you info in a timely manner.
4. Choosing a limited service real estate agent- When you need info right away, want to see a home on short notice, need experience to help you buy your largest asset, hire a pro! When you hire a part time agent, you get limited experience.
5. Thinking there is only one perfect home- It is a process of elimination when buying a home. New homes come on weekly so being open to different styles while still meeting your goals is important.
6. Not looking long term- Look down the road 5 years to see what life may look like and purchase a home that will work with your changing life. A 1 bedroom might not work too well if you are planning to have a few kids in the coming years.
7. Not examining insurance issues- Purchase adequate insurance on the advice of an insurance agent. They can provide answers to any concerns you may have.
8. Not getting a home protection plan- This is an insurance policy of its own. This plan will protect basic repair needs you may encounter one year out from close of escrow.
9. Not looking at total costs- After you talk to a lender, talk to a Realtor to get an estimate of the total monthly costs involved. You will want to talk to your CPA to see what your tax return will look like for the year in which you purchase.
10. Not following through on due diligence- Make a list of concerns you have such as; schools, crime, neighborhoods, noise, traffic. Not doing your homework can have a negative effect on your purchase. Contact a Realtor who sells a lot in the neighborhood you are interested in.
FOLLOW THESE STEPS AND BUYING THAT PLEASANTON HOME OR DUBLIN RANCH CONDO WILL BE AN EVEN BETTER DECISION.
Tri Valley Home Sales Update September ’08
Do you watch the news, read the papers or other real estate blogs? If you do then you know interest rates took a drop this week. Pleasanton Home Sales, San Ramon Home Sales, Dublin Home Sales, Danville Home Sales and Livermore Home Sales will hopefully see a continued increase in home values as we are starting to see in Pleasanton, San Ramon and Danville from the drop in rates. Visit the Housing Value Stats page.
Tri Valley Home Sales Update September ’08
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Latest on Grafton Plaza in Dublin Ranch
Grafton Plaza in Dublin Ranch is a very impressive new development in Dublin. Whether you are for Grafton Plaza or against Grafton Plaza, it is a development that is unlike any other in the East Bay. Whatever happens Grafton Plaza will be something different.
The other day I received a very important looking package from James Tong, you may have received one too if you live in Dublin Ranch. Within this package was a letter, postcard and booklet explaining what Dublin Ranch is.
The Letter:
The letter was signed by James Tong and it explained to me the 20 year plan Dublin Ranch has traveled through. Also the opportunity of Grafton Plaza because of its location and how Grafton Plaza will be a ‘people places’. Initially the plan was for 16 to 21 stories, that was cut in half to be 10 stories at the tallest as well and the number of residential unity in the towers. At the same time the number of office space was doubled. Grafton Plaza will also be the ‘cap’ of the Dublin Ranch neighborhood. I was excited to see the update.
The Postcard:
As you could probably guess, this packet was designed to get feedback on the development. What do you like, dislike, want to see or have questions on. I thought it was a great idea. Whatever Grafton Plaza becomes, hopefully it will be designed through the process of this feedback and the previously held workshops.
The Booklet:
I was fancy! It got my attention. It gave a history of Dublin Ranch and how far Grafton Plaza has come in its planning. Location is important so it highlighted the location of Grafton Plaza and how Dublin Ranch is laid out. Grafton Plaza is obviously located in the right location. The booklet really hit on what Grafton Plaza provides residents within Dublin and how Grafton Plaza can really be a one stop shop for living.
So what makes Grafton Plaza a ‘People Places’
Living
There will be a mix of homes: lofts, condo, live/work and shopkeeper units. This allows employees to live where they work. Not bad.
Offices
Grafton Plaza will have almost 300,000 square feet of office space.
Shopping, Restaurants, Entertainment
Both indoor and outdoor shops with restaurants in a plaza. Other entertainment/gathering places: sculpture garden, lookouts and parkways of landscaping.
Boutique Hotel
A 100-room luxury hotel.
Spa
Full service providing a destination for residents and visitors.
Grafton Plaza, however it looks, will compliment The Promenade as well at Grafton Station and make the surrounding Dublin Ranch Condos even more desirable.
For more information on Grafton Plaza visit Grafton Plaza . Or visit Stop Grafton Towers for an oppoisite view.
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Whats Coming to Downtown Pleasanton
Downtown Pleasanton is a great place to get great food, relax outside Tully’s and enjoy street parties and concerts in the park. Downtown Pleasanton is a great place, ill say it again! So whats coming to some of the vacant buildings…
Kolln Hardware building
Dallas based Comerica Bank will be the main tenant and plans to open in earl 2009, a yogurt shop will occupy the building, and there are three retail spaces available on the bottom floor and either two retail or office spaces on the second floor.
Coffee Beans and Bistro
Baci Cafe owner Michael Hughes is opening a second restaurant called Cafe Main and will specialize in high-end pizza, burgers and fresh seafood.
Domus Building
The Downtown Association will not say who has expressed an interest in this building, but they did say they expect a tenant by the holidays ’08.
Downtown Pleasanton for most is a destination for shopping, restaurants and place to relax outside of the home or office, so what is really needed in Downtown Pleasanton…? More restaurants, coffee shops, retail or is there something Downtown Pleasanton is missing?
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Move over Express Fitness, Fresh & Easy Grocery Store in Pleasanton Planned
British owned Fresh & Easy to move into the current spot of Express Fitness. The Rose Pavilion saw a new resident in Golfsmith a few weeks ago so the new grocery store along with Golfsmith will bring new light to the center. Fresh & Easy will take up 15,585 sf. and the relocation of Express Fitness is currently unknown at this time.
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Tri Valley Home Sales Update August ’08
Pleasanton Home Sales, San Ramon Home Sales, Dublin Home Sales, Danville Home Sales and Livermore Home Sales for July again saw decrease in Days on Market! This is due to either an increase in the number of homes sold, decrease in number of available homes or both. Check the home sales of your city below.
Tri Valley Home Sales Update August ’08
Past Months Sales Updates
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Forget ‘Green’ Homes, we have a Green Community
Looking for a ‘Green’ home in Pleasanton? How about a ‘Green’ Community.
I was doing some research on Green homes in Pleasanton and came across Castle View Estates. Castle View Estates is the first totally green community in California.
Castle View Estates
- Build your own home on a 1-2.5 acre lot
- Gated Community
- Views of Mt. Diablo and Livermore Valley
- Water / Sewer – processed and recycled back to land and crops
- Power provided by solar and wind
- Starting at $650,000
Pleasanton has the first ‘green community’ in California. What that means is that the community recycles all of its energy needs. Just off Happy Valley road in Pleasanton.
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