NORTH SAN DIEGO ACTIVERAIN SPRING 2015 MEET-UP on MAY 11th The wonderful seaside in Cardiff will once again be the site of the Spring 2015 ActiveRain meet-up. As always terrific ocean views, great company, and wonderful food will make this a “don’t miss” event for ActiveRainers in the area and their friends. Check out the pic of our last gathering in January 2015.  JOHN ARENDSEN and I will be co-hosting and we need YOU to make this another successful and fun gathering. So spread the word, mark your calendar as we’ll see you in the Pacific Coast Grill bar area – bring your business cards, camera, stories, questions and prepare to have a great time.  Read John’s post on the Spring AR Meet-up If you’ve attended a meet-up in the past you know what I mean, if you haven’t you’ll have a blast.... 05/01/2015

Where: Downtown Cardiff By The SeaWhen: Thursday May 7Hours: 5:00pm-8:00pmWhat: Great food and atmosphere!Cost: $25-$40 Buy Tickets   6th Annual Taste Of CardiffImmerse yourself in the flourishing culinary vibe of Cardiff-by-the-Sea at the 6th Annual Taste of Cardiff event. Cardiff 101 Main Street invites you to enjoy an evening of strolling through the beautiful coastal community while savoring the very best of Cardiff's delectable cuisine. Twenty local restaurants will be whipping up divine tastes and competing for your vote to win the 2015 Taste of Cardiff Golden Fork Award. This year we would like to announce 12 Sip Stop locations where participants have the opportunity to sample beer and wine from San Diego's most beloved wineries and breweries.Rob DennyReal Estate Agent BRE #01786... 04/16/2015

Cardiff by the Sea Homes for Sale Online  Cardiff by the Sea Homes for SaleCardiff by the Sea became part of the City of Encinitas in 1986. Cardiff has transformed like the rest of the area with many homes bought and remodeled and updated, some with just one wall standing for a total and complete make over. The old Vons and Value Fair are long gone but the Cardiff Village has many new shops for today's shopping experience included in Seaside Market.  True, they have a piece of beef (tri tip) that is so addicting its commonly called "Cardiff Crack".  It has gained a foothold on the internet and is being shipped all over the world.  Or grab an Acai Bowl, they are really good and perfect for a healthy breakfast. Starbucks is here, Pipes Café is a simple but good place for breakfast too.  V... 04/07/2015

 Cardiff Homes for Sale What Happened in the Cardiff Real Estate Market in March 2015?   Buyer and sellers in the Cardiff real estate market need information about local and current market conditions in order to make informed decisions about Cardiff homes for sale.    The Cardiff-by-the-Sea housing market is small and very localized, and finding comparables for determining price for either a listing or a purchase can be tricky due to limited inventory, the diversity of Cardiff properties for sale, and market fluctuations.   Want to learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea? Check out these links!    Cardiff by the Sea – Quintessential Beach Community  A Visual Tour of Cardiff-by-the-Sea Like to Walk? Live in the Walking District in Cardiff CA Want to Live in a Musical Community? Try the Compo... 04/05/2015

Camp Shred Comes To Cardiff by The Sea, CA March 7 & 8, 2015Where: Cardiff Campgrounds, 2500 S Coast Hwy 101, Cardiff, CA 92007                    Date and Time: Saturday and Sunday, March 7 & 8 at  8:00 am to 5:00 pm What: Worlds largest Surfboard, Wetsuit and surf gear demo. Live music, food trucks and beer garden Cost: FREE to enter!!! Camp Shred Come along with 4,000 or more of your neighbors to enjoy a huge weekend of surf madness. For the third year, the world’s largest surf demo is coming back to back the San Elijo Campground in Cardiff By the Sea, California. The event unites the best surf brands and thousands of their loyal consumers for a fun weekend of camping, surfing and demoing the latest greatest gear, all while raising money for the California State Parks and Keep a brea... 03/05/2015

 Cardiff Homes for Sale What Happened in the Cardiff Real Estate Market for February 2015?   Buyers and sellers in the Cardiff real estate market need information about local and current market conditions in order to make informed decisions about Cardiff homes for sale.    The Cardiff-by-the-Sea housing market is small and very localized, and finding comparables for determining price for either a listing or a purchase can be tricky due to limited inventory, the diversity of Cardiff properties for sale, and market fluctuations.   Want to learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea?   Cardiff by the Sea – Quintessential Beach Community  A Visual Tour of Cardiff-by-the-Sea Like to Walk? Live in the Walking District in Cardiff CA Want to Live in a Musical Community? Try the Composer District in Car... 03/04/2015

 Cardiff Homes for Sale What Happened in the Cardiff Real Estate Market for January 2015?   Buyers and sellers in the Cardiff real estate market need information about local and current market conditions in order to make informed decisions about Cardiff homes for sale.    The Cardiff-by-the-Sea housing market is small and very localized, and finding comparables for determining price for either a listing or a purchase can be tricky due to limited inventory, the diversity of Cardiff properties for sale, and market fluctuations.    Want to learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea?     Cardiff by the Sea – Quintessential Beach Community  A Visual Tour of Cardiff-by-the-Sea Like to Walk? Live in the Walking District in Cardiff CA Want to Live in a Musical Community? Try the Composer District in C... 02/04/2015

Too afraid to contact a local Cardiff By The Sea Real Estate Agent to find out                                                       "What Your Home Is Worth in Cardiff By The Sea?"               Most people who go on the internet who want to find out what their home is worth would prefer to use an online valuation, FIRST, and then contact an agent if they are sincerely thinking about selling. FYI...Nothing can replace a good Cardiff By The Sea Realtor when it comes to determining the value of your home in Cardiff By The Sea, Encinitas CA 92007. However, I thought it would still be a good idea to give folks what they want when visiting my Cardiff By The Sea Real Estate site. So, if you are hoping to hear some good news on how much money you can net when selling a home in Cardiff, Encini... 01/28/2015

The Cardiff Kook Run is Superbowl Sunday February 1, 2015 in Cardiff by the Sea   The 2015 4th Annual Cardiff Kook Run will be held on Sunday February 1st in Cardiff by the Sea (Cardiff).   This fun and popular 5K and 10K Cardiff Kook Run is named after the famous surfing statue on the Coast Highway in Cardiff, the Cardiff Kook (officially named the “Magic Carpet Ride” by sculptor Matthew Antichevich).   The Kook, as the statue is affectionately called, has created a stir since it was created because of the numerous and varied costumes it adorns at holidays, for special events, and just because someone decides to decorate it.   Check out the Cardiff Kook website where you can enjoy the Kook at its best, with a boatload of pics; the Beach City Café in Cardiff was renamed the Kook’s Café... 01/25/2015

San Diego Area ActiveRain Meet-up a Huge Success Today in Cardiff by the Sea ~ January 22, 2015   Another successful ActiveRain meet-up took place today in Cardiff by the Sea, on the beach at the Pacific Coast Grill.   The winter weather was pretty nice here in paradise, so we sat outside listening to the sound of the waves and watching the seagulls, and a few interloping pigeons.   There was great conversation about blogging but about real estate in general, among other topics, and no doubt plenty of great ideas were shared, all while enjoying some great food (I missed pics of other’s food but I enjoyed the filet mignon sliders with garlic fries) in a beautiful location on the beach.   Attendees included current ActiveRain members, some who are long-timers and others who are new or wh... 01/22/2015

Don't Forget About Our Cardiff Active Rain Meet Up Today at 11:30       Come join us for lunch on Thursday, January 22nd at 11:30  at the Pacific Coast Grill at 2526 South Coast Highway 101 in beautiful Cardiff-By-The-Sea     Our 2014 Spring Meet up was a cozy and intimate success as we had a handful of AR members who renewed some old acquaintances and forged some new ones. Many of us have enjoyed an online AR relationship over the years while others have had the opportunity of working together one to one.    A little eyeball to eyeball goes a lot farther. It's a lot more personal and a whole lot of fun. So come an join us and make this Winter's Active Rain Meet Up even bigger and better.   At our 2014 Springtime Meet Up From L to R - Javier Varon, Joseph Arendsen, Bill Roberts, Lisa Gi... 01/22/2015

  A Last Minute Reminder About Our Cardiff Meet Up. Please Join Us!       Come join us for lunch on Thursday, January 22nd at 11:30  at the Pacific Coast Grill at 2526 South Coast Highway 101 in beautiful Cardiff-By-The-Sea     Our 2014 Spring Meet up was a cozy and intimate success as we had a handful of AR members who renewed some old acquaintances and forged some new ones. Many of us have enjoyed an online AR relationship over the years while others have had the opportunity of working together one to one.    A little eyeball to eyeball goes a lot farther. It's a lot more personal and a whole lot of fun. So come an join us and make this Winter's Active Rain Meet Up even bigger and better. At our 2014 Springtime Meet Up From L to R - Javier Varon, Joseph Arendsen, Bill Roberts, Lisa Gi... 01/21/2015

 Cardiff Homes for Sale What Happened in the Cardiff Real Estate Market for December 2014?   Buyer and sellers in the Cardiff real estate market need information about local and current market conditions in order to make informed decisions about Cardiff homes for sale.    The Cardiff-by-the-Sea housing market is small and very localized, and finding comparables for determining price for either a listing or a purchase can be tricky due to limited inventory, the diversity of Cardiff properties for sale, and market fluctuations.    Want to learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea?   Cardiff by the Sea – Quintessential Beach Community  A VisualTour of Cardiff-by-the-Sea Like to Walk? Live in the Walking District in Cardiff CA Want to Live in a Musical Community? Try the Composer District in Card... 01/07/2015

Cardiff Homes for Sale What Happened in the Cardiff Real Estate Market for November 2014?   Buyer and sellers in the Cardiff real estate market need information about local and current market conditions in order to make informed decisions about Cardiff homes for sale.    The Cardiff-by-the-Sea housing market is small and very localized, and finding comparables for determining price for either a listing or a purchase can be tricky due to limited inventory, the diversity of Cardiff properties for sale, and market fluctuations.    Want to learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea?     Cardiff by the Sea – Quintessential Beach Community  A Visual Tour of Cardiff-by-the-Sea Like to Walk? Live in the Walking District in Cardiff CA Want to Live in a Musical Community? Try the Composer District in Ca... 12/11/2014

Cardiff Homes for Sale What Happened in the Cardiff Real Estate Market for October 2014?   Buyer and sellers in the Cardiff real estate market need information about local and current market conditions in order to make informed decisions about Cardiff homes for sale.    The Cardiff-by-the-Sea housing market is small and very localized, and finding comparables for determining price for either a listing or a purchase can be tricky due to limited inventory, the diversity of Cardiff properties for sale, and market fluctuations.    Want to learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea?    Cardiff by the Sea – Quintessential Beach Community  A Visual Tour of Cardiff-by-the-Sea Like to Walk? Live in the Walking District in Cardiff CA Want to Live in a Musical Community? Try the Composer District in Car... 11/21/2014

Cardiff Homes for Sale What Happened in the Cardiff Real Estate Market for September 2014?   Buyer and sellers in the Cardiff real estate market need information about local and current market conditions in order to make informed decisions about Cardiff homes for sale.    The Cardiff-by-the-Sea housing market is small and very localized, and finding comparables for determining price for either a listing or a purchase can be tricky due to limited inventory, the diversity of Cardiff properties for sale, and market fluctuations.   Want to learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea?   Cardiff by the Sea – Quintessential Beach Community  A Visual Tour of Cardiff-by-the-Sea Like to Walk? Live in the Walking District in Cardiff CA Want to Live in a Musical Community? Try the Composer District in Car... 10/09/2014

Cardiff Homes for Sale What Happened in the Cardiff Real Estate Market for August 2014?   Buyer and sellers in the Cardiff real estate market need information about local and current market conditions in order to make informed decisions about Cardiff homes for sale.    The Cardiff-by-the-Sea housing market is small and very localized, and finding comparables for determining price for either a listing or a purchase can be tricky due to limited inventory, the diversity of Cardiff properties for sale, and market fluctuations.  Want to learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea?   Cardiff by the Sea – Quintessential Beach Community  A Visual Tour of Cardiff-by-the-Sea Like to Walk? Live in the Walking District in Cardiff CA Want to Live in a Musical Community? Try the Composer District in Cardiff,... 09/07/2014

  Five Most Expensive Homes Sold In Cardiff By The Sea, CA 2014   Cardiff By The Sea, CA is a small, beautiful, family oriented beach community in North San Diego County. Homes are ocean front to a couple miles off the ocean. Below you will find the five most expensive sales thru July 2014. The 5th Most Expensive Home Sold In Cardiff by The Sea, CA 2014 This 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath single family home located on beautiful Edinburgh Avenue is walking distance to the Cardiff Composer District, Sea Side Market and Cardiff State Beach. The main home is 3542 square feet with an 920 square foot 2 bedroom cottage. Built in 1962 on just over a 1 acre lot. Listed by Graham Weiss of Chaparral Land Company, original list price was $3,000,000, sales price was $2,500,000 after 70 days on the market. The... 08/07/2014

Cardiff Homes for Sale What Happened in the Cardiff Real Estate Market for July 2014?   Buyer and sellers in the Cardiff real estate market need information about local and current market conditions in order to make informed decisions about Cardiff homes for sale.   The Cardiff-by-the-Sea housing market is small and very localized, and finding comparables for determining price for either a listing or a purchase can be tricky due to limited inventory, the diversity of Cardiff properties for sale, and market fluctuations.    Want to learn more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea?     Cardiff by the Sea – Quintessential Beach Community  A Visual Tour of Cardiff-by-the-Sea Like to Walk? Live in the Walking District in Cardiff CA Want to Live in a Musical Community? Try the Composer District in Cardiff... 08/06/2014

Cardiff  By The Sea, CA Home Prices Remain Strong For 2014 Real estate market report for San Diego, CA provided by Rob Denny of Allison James Estates And Homes.   Cardiff By The Sea And North San Diego County Home Prices   Single Family Detached (SFD) home sales in Cardiff By The Sea Ca,  decreased 15 percent to $1,215,300 in July 2014 compared to $1,425,828 in June 2014. Despite the drop, year-over median prices for SFD homes in Cardiff By The Sea, CA 2014 have increased 17 percent, compared to 2013. Detached homes in North County jumped 8.8 percent to $612,000 (the highest median price reported since September 2007) Detached home sales in North County San Diego continued 23 straight months of sustained year-over median price increases. The median price for all North County home sales ... 08/03/2014