Are you wondering if purchasing a new tract built house can justify a little extra expense? While older houses may have charm, they lack many of the attributes that make new homes a superior buy. First, you must consider the customization of your house. With a newer tract home, you need not worry about asbestos, lead paint, or other toxic building substances, which may compromise your health. As well, a newer residence will be current with all modern safety and fire codes, offering you superior protection from unforeseen events. Second, a brand new house usually incorporates energy saving technology. In a era where energy costs are on the rise, being able to select energy-efficient appliances and modern heating and cooling systems can save you thousands of dollars over the lifetime of y... 10/27/2008

The Clive Clark Course Beautifully designed by Clive Clark, this 18 holes course is creatively inspired by the local landscape yet similar to the courses Clive Clark designed in the British Isles. Every hole is different some with cascading waterfalls or lush desert landscape and wildflowers. Lush green fairways play to unique, broad greens, offering a wonderful round of golf that you won't forget. About the Architect Clive Clark Clive Clark a great golfer himself played on the professional golf circuit in England, winning five European titles and also earning two top 10 finishes in the British Open. A member of the Walker and Ryder cup teams, he has designed over 20 golf courses in the United Kingdom, South Africa, Europe and the U.S. He was voted Best Course Designer in Europe by the ... 10/27/2008

Search La Quinta Short Sales, Search Pre Foreclosure PropertiesAlthough Riverside County is one of California's highest counties for foreclosures, the number of notice of defaults and foreclosed homes in September declined. Get these deals before it's too late! Search Short Sales at The Citrus in La Quinta   Search Short Sales at the Tradition in La Quinta   Search Short Sales at PGA West in La Quinta   Search all of La Quinta's Homes For Sale 10/25/2008

What does Old Town La Quinta have to offer vistors and residents? La Quinta's history is rich and its story a fascinating tale of success.  Named by the Robb Report as the "Best Place to Live for Golf," La Quinta is home to over 20 exceptional golf courses, including the famous PGA West.  The historic La Quinta Resort & Club is the largest resort in the Coachella Valley. Click here to see what else the City of La Quinta has to offer. Starting November 9, 2008 Old Town La Quinta will offer a Certified Farmers Market sponsored by the Palm Springs Cultural Center. The market will be held from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m every Sunday through May 17, 2009. Enjoy live music from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Click here for more information. La Quinta New Listings l La Quinta Short Sales l La Quinta Foreclosu... 10/19/2008

                                                           Search La Quinta Homes for Sale Search all La Quinta Homes for sale by map Most Popular Areas PGA West Mountain View Country Club La Quinta Cove The Citrus Legacy Villas Andalusia Highland Palms La Quinta South La Quinta Fairways Laguna De La Paz Santa Rosa Cove Acacia At La Quinta La Quinta Homes for Sale Areas A-Z Acacia At La Quinta Althea Andalusia Bella Vista Codorniz Desert Club Estates Desert Pride Duna La Quinta Esplanade Griffin Ranch Hidden Canyon Highland Palms La Canterra La Quinta Highlands La Quinta Del Rey La Quinta Country Club Villas La Quinta South La Quinta Cove La Quinta North La Quinta Fairways Lago La Quinta Laguna De La Paz Legacy Villas LQ Resort Tennis Villas Mountain View Country Club North La Quinta Pa... 10/14/2008

                      Looking for La Quinta Luxury Homes?     Search all La Quinta Luxury Homes, La Quinta Retirement Homes, La Quinta Real Estate Listings here. 10/14/2008

Mountain View Country Club located in La Quinta, California boasts the very ultimate in resort style community living.  The community is nestled in the arms of a beautiful 18-hole Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course and provides all the amenities of luxury resort living.  The majestic San Jacinto Mountains provide a backdrop for the well planned residential community where one has the choice of four new neighborhoods and semi-custom homes of varying price ranges built to blend effortlessly into the environment in the Spanish-Colonial style. Current Real Estate prices in the community range from 575,000 for condos and up from 680,000 to 2 million for custom built Toll Brothers homes. If you are looking for property in Mountain View Country Club or surrounding communities, give us a call ... 09/28/2008

The Rancho La Quinta Country Club and real estate area is an exquisite example of Southern California homes and luxury living at its finest.  I know that sounds a bit corny, but it's true!  If you have never had the privilege to see this gorgeous desert oasis of real estate and leisure living, the Rancho La Quinta Country Club will completely surprise you on your first visit.  If you are a local resident, of course, you already know the splendor of this magnificent desert country club and private neighborhood.  Fairway homes and off-fairway homes are both available in this charming little Southern California real estate hideaway.  With all the amenities of a world class country club and its rejuvenating setting, homes in the desert have never been so impressive.  I really love the missi... 09/22/2008

The Hideaway Golf Club offers some of the most spectacular real estate properties in all of Southern California.  Where else can you find such a classy combination of beautiful homes and Southern California real estate than right here at the Hideaway Golf Club?  Well, technically the answer to that question is anywhere you can find another Discovery Land Company golf community!  From the company that created other extremely popular upscale golf communities, The Hideaway Golf Club is on par (pun intended) with the very best of what Discovery Land has to offer.  Discovery Land Company has been building quite a reputation around the United States for its high-end, luxury style communities.  Perhaps you've had the unique opportunity to experience their clubs and real estate developments in ... 09/21/2008

La Quinta, California is a city to look out for in the years ahead!  These days, it is growing rapidly as the population expands each year by leaps and bounds.  It's not surprising that the area is enjoying so much growth as the desert city continues to attract more residents from some of the overcrowded surrounding communities.  Plus, this city has a lot to offer anyone looking to make their home in the California desert.  Riverside County is a big place, and La Quinta occupies just one small corner of it nestled in the Coachella Valley.  If you are not familiar with this part of Southern California, you are really missing out!  Often dismissed for its arid desert summers, La Quinta is actually much more exciting than most people think.  With a vibrant community of warm and inviting re... 09/12/2008

Nestled below the San Jacinto and the Santa Rosa mountains, the La Quinta Resort shines like a diamond amongst the beauty of the magnificent mountains. The natural splendor of the surroundings lends an air of surreal perfection to the awe inspiring resort spread over the desert in La Quinta, California.  Offering a number of accommodation options ranging from charming rooms, referred to as casitas, to legacy villas. All the choices are amazing with the offer of guest amenities and various resort services. The casitas or single rooms offer a homey feeling paired with a natural privacy to give the guest a feeling of seclusion without being far away from real life. The suites are more suited to executive meetings or hospitality services, as they contain more room with larger spaces, allow... 07/03/2008

"Things To Do When Selling a Home, Part 2". (See also  "Things To Do When Selling a Home, Part 1" previously posted.) The following tips will guide you step by step through the process of preparing your home for sale to achieve the highest possible sale price in the least amount of time. Your concentration will be in six areas: repairing, cleaning, neutralizing, space management, atmosphere, and staging.  None of these activities are fun to do, but all are an extremely important part of marketing your home Repairs 1.  The rule of thumb is, if something needs repair, fix it! There are probably many things in your home that you have simply become used to over time, things that you have been "promising yourself" you will attend to.  Well, now is the time.  The buyer will mentally add up th... 06/25/2008

I am having an open house this weekend in the cove of La Quinta Saturday and Sunday June 7-8th. Come and visit this amazing south west style home furnished,3bed 2 bath, water purification, spa, private wall around property for security and privacy. amazing view of the mountains. Don't miss this one! More indormation please e-mail  Scott@ScottRMurdock.com Or Visit @ www.scottrmurdock.com 06/07/2008

162 listings currently listed on Desert Area MLS in La Quinta Cove. 85 Listings and sales on MLS in the last month have had Notice of Defaults, Foreclosed or listed as Short Sales  This map is a combination of up and coming auctions, and notice of defaults and foreclosures on MLS.So many foreclosures just in the one area of La Quinta.   05/02/2008

  Located among some of the most awe inspiring mountains of California, the Coachella Valley is home to one of the most renowned golf course/resorts, the PGA West in La Quinta which lies amid a coral blazed valley, spread over more than 2,000 acres wide since 1984, reminiscent of a pearlescent underwater kingdom, a legacy has been established through the raves over the epic golf courses and the magnificent sports and health facilities offered by the club.  Their latest addition?  Another phenomenal golf course, the Greg Norman Course. Now boasting six golf courses and an unrivaled Health & Racquet Club, this resort/club is a popular location for those who share a passion for good health, golf, and tennis.  Members and their guests have the option of visiting three club houses as a means... 04/21/2008

Boasting over 7,500 yards of meticulously designed greens while offering a breath taking view of the Santa Rosa Mountains in the background, the Silver Rock Golf Course is an absolute must-play course to add to your list.  No exceptions accepted for this amazing layout bearing Arnold Palmer's signature of approval and the chance of a once in a lifetime play of a challenging yet enjoyable course. The course was voted among the "The Top Ten New Golf Courses That You Can Play" by Golf Magazine. Taking extreme pride in their exceptional service from tee and around the green, members and guests alike enjoy the atmosphere of relaxation and enjoyment while making their way around over 50 sand bunkers that form tight plays and demand exceptional skills of any golfing enthusiast.  Prominently r... 04/21/2008

Have we finally reached the bottom of the housing market? I wish I knew. I can say however, that here in La Quinta CA, buyers are coming out and picking off the cream of the crop. La Quinta may not be typical of the Southern California housing market in general, being largely second homes, retirement homes and vacation homes inside gated golfing communities, however recent activity sure does point to a housing market bottom or near bottom. Buyers right now, seem to be mostly interested in the "cream of the crop". They are not necessarily looking for the "best deal" but rather the most "desirable and attractive" home in terms of being totally designer, turn-key furnished right down to the silverware, having the most desirable views (usually being south or west views of the nearby Santa R... 04/20/2008

Neighborhoods:La Quinta North Acacia At La Quinta Aliso Bella Vista Cactus Flower Desert Pride Esplanade La Quinta Del Oro La Quinta Del Rey La Quinta Highlands La Quinta Palms La Quinta Villas La Quinta Vistas Marbella Monticello Palm Royale Quinterra Rancho Ocotillo Sonrisa Starlight Dunes Sunflower Topaz Westward Isle Westward ShadowsLa Quinta South Althea Andalusia at CM Bajada Estates Capistrano at LQ Carmela Casitas Las Rosas Codorniz Desert Club Estates Desert Cove Duna La Quinta Enclave Mountain Est Fiore Flores Montanas Griffin Ranch Haciendas at La Quinta Hidden Canyon Highland Palms La Cantera La Quinta Cove La Quinta Fairways LQ Hotel Tennis Vill La Quinta Polo Est LQ Resort Spa Villas Laguna De La Paz Lake La Quinta Legacy Villas Lions Gate Los Estados LQ Cntry Clb Estates ... 04/08/2008

PGA Residential Sales, March 2007 vs. March 2008  PGA Legends,  PGA Nicklaus Private,  PGA Nicklaus Trnamnt,  PGA Palmer Private,  PGA Stadium,  PGA Weiskopf Home Sales for the month of March 2007 vs. Home sales for the month of March 2008. Average Sales Price and Median Price is up from 2007. Total Dollar amount sold is down 2.4%  PGA March '07 vs March '08  2007 2008 Change Average Sold Price 1,062,653 1,084,818 2.1% Median Price 1,015,000 1,050,000 3.4% Total Dollar Amt Sold 24,441,012 23,866,000 -2.4% Total Sold 23 22 -4.3%    This data in this is based on the data supplied by Desert Area Multiple Listing Service and its member Associations of Realtors, who are not responsible for its accuracy   04/07/2008

La Quinta Residential Sales, March 2008 vs. March 2007   La Quinta March '07 vs March '08  20072008ChangeAverage Sold Price840,818730,555-13.1%Median Price610,000525,500-13.9%Total Dollar Amt Sold100,898,11268,672,200-31.9%Total Sold12094-21.7%Total Foreclosure/REO's Sold012  La Quinta Homes sold During March 2008 vs. Homes Sold During March 2007Median Price, Average Sold Price during March This data in this is based on the data supplied by Desert Area Multiple Listing Service and its member Associations of Realtors, who are not responsible for its accuracy 04/07/2008