Special offer

Ontario, CA Real Estate News

By Ila Josephs, Ila Josephs, Real Estate Broker
(Tarbell, Realtors)
Four previously-owned homes closed escrow in Ontario during the week ending Feb. 23, 2008, and 25 Ontario homes reportedly entered escrow during the week, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service, which reports listings and sales of previously-owned homes. The MLS said 69 new Ontario listings were added during the week, for a total inventory of 929 previously-owned homes listed in Ontario on Feb. 24, including 634 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 295 condominiums, town homes and single-family homes in associations. Ila prepares weekly market activity reports for her website, http://www.ilajosephs.com/, surveying the cities of Chino, Claremont, Fontana, La Verne, Montclair, Ontario, Pomona, Rancho Cucamonga, San Dimas and Upland. Whether you are buying ...
Comments 0
By Robert Huntsinger, Empire Realty Upland, CA - Full Service at a Discount
(Empire Realty)
No matter what the market, people will continue to desire to live in Ontario, as it remains one of the most attractive cities within San Bernardino County. Comparatively speaking, the Ontario housing market continues to post brisk sales. In of January 2008, 37 single family homes and a total of 15 condos/townhomes sold, up by 7 from last month.  My overall view of the market is still slipping.Closed Sales For January 2008: Up by 7 from last month27 Single Family Homes14 Condos/TownhomesPending Sales For January 2008: Up 28 from last month56 Single Family Homes41 Condos/TownhomesCurrent Actives As of Today's Post: Up 51 from last month732 Single Family Homes217 Condos/TownhomesForeclosure Activity for January 2008 - WOW they really took off!91710 - 73 Notice of Defaults (NOD) Up 43 from ...
Comments 0
By Ila Josephs, Ila Josephs, Real Estate Broker
(Tarbell, Realtors)
Five previously-owned homes closed escrow in Ontario during the week ending Feb. 16, 2008, and 12 Ontario homes reportedly entered escrow during the week, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service, which reports listings and sales of previously-owned homes. The MLS said 68 new Ontario listings were added during the week, for a total inventory of 916  previously-owned homes listed in Ontario on Feb. 17, including 617 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 299 condominiums, town homes and single-family homes in associations.  Ila prepares weekly market activity reports for her website, http://www.ilajosephs.com/, surveying the cities of Chino, Claremont, Fontana, La Verne, Montclair, Ontario, Pomona, Rancho Cucamonga, San Dimas and Upland. Whether you are buyin...
Comments 0
By Ila Josephs, Ila Josephs, Real Estate Broker
(Tarbell, Realtors)
Two previously-owned homes closed escrow in Ontario during the week ending Feb. 9, 2008, and 16 Ontario homes were reported in escrow on Feb. 10, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service, which reports listings and sales of previously-owned homes. The MLS said 54 new Ontario listings were added during the week, for a total inventory of 913 previously-owned homes listed in Ontario on Feb. 10, including 615 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 298 condominiums, town homes and single-family homes in associations. Ila prepares weekly market activity reports for her website, http://www.ilajosephs.com/, surveying the cities of Chino, Claremont, Fontana, La Verne, Montclair, Ontario, Pomona, Rancho Cucamonga, San Dimas and Upland. Whether you are buying or sellin...
Comments 0
By Ila Josephs, Ila Josephs, Real Estate Broker
(Tarbell, Realtors)
Five homes closed escrow in Ontario during the week ending Jan. 26 and 81 homes were reported in escrow on Jan. 27, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service, which reports listings and sales of existing homes. The MLS said 58 new Ontario listings were added during the week, for a total inventory of 909 homes listed in Ontario on Jan. 27, including 612 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 297 condominiums, town homes and single-family homes in associations. During the week, nine Ontario listings expired. Whether you are buying or selling real estate, you will find helpful information on my website, http://www.ilajosephs.com/. If  you are looking at homes along the 210 Freeway from San Dimas to Fontana, or in Ontario, Montclair or Chino, I would be happy to ...
Comments 2
By Ila Josephs, Ila Josephs, Real Estate Broker
(Tarbell, Realtors)
Four homes closed escrow in Ontario during the week ending Jan. 20 and 72 homes were reported in escrow on Jan. 20, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service. The MLS said 77 new Ontario listings were added during the week, for a total inventory of 917 homes in Ontario on  Jan. 20, including 625 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 292 condominiums, town homes and single-family homes in associations. During the week, 29 Ontario listings expired. Some listings are put right back on the market, but other sellers are waiting until later in the year.  If you are looking at homes along the 210 Freeway from San Dimas to Fontana, or in Ontario, Montclair or Chino, I would be happy to assist you.  
Comments 0
By Doug Beaver, Corona Norco Eastvale Riverside Homes
(Century 21 Olde Tyme)
November  2007 Comparison to November 2006November Average Price            Average Price TrendNovember 07 # Sold                        2007                   200659                          $362,547             $423,311          -14.4%San Bernardino County Homes for Sale Monthly Totals:November #Sold 2007    #Sold 2006   %Chg             2007                20061362              1742           -21.8%         $308,368         $370,929        -16.9%Closed Residential Resale Transactions As Reported By Dataquick Information Services. I post this information monthly so you can keep up with trends in a few select cities in San Bernardino County. I always post the cities of Ontario, Chino, Chino Hills, Fontana and Rancho Cucmonga as a comparison with the specific city as well. Brought to yo...
Comments 0
By Ila Josephs, Ila Josephs, Real Estate Broker
(Tarbell, Realtors)
Two homes closed escrow in Ontario during the week ending Jan. 13 and 74 homes were reported in escrow on Jan. 14, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service. The MLS said 35 new Ontario listings were added during the week, for a total inventory of 895 homes on in Ontario Jan. 14, including 607 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 288 condominiums, town homes and single-family homes in associations. During the week, six Ontario listings expired. Some listings are put right back on the market, but other sellers are waiting until later in the year.  If you are looking at homes along the 210 Freeway from San Dimas to Fontana, or in Ontario, Montclair or Chino, I would be happy to assist you.
Comments 0
By Ila Josephs, Ila Josephs, Real Estate Broker
(Tarbell, Realtors)
The biggest obstacle many renters face when trying to buy a home is the down payment. Saving money can be a challenge when wages remain steady and the costs of living - including escalating prices at the gas pump - keep climbing."Equity-sharing down payment programs can help financially stretched renters purchase an affordable home and have helped many buyers who otherwise would not be able to purchase a home," said Realtor Ila Josephs, who will host a "Making ‘Impossible' Home Ownership Possible" seminar at the Ontario City Library on Saturday, January 26, from 10:30  a.m. to 12:30 p.m. "The programs are financed by public and private funds and often are referred to as ‘first-time buyer' programs," Josephs said. "That's somewhat confusing. Anyone who has not owned a home in the past th...
Comments 0
By Robert Huntsinger, Empire Realty Upland, CA - Full Service at a Discount
(Empire Realty)
No matter what the market, people will continue to desire to live in Ontario, as it remains one of the most attractive cities within San Bernardino County. Comparatively speaking, the Ontario housing market continues to post brisk sales. In of December 2007, 31 single family homes and a total of 14 condos/townhomes sold, down by 1 from last month.  Total sales are down 60.2% for the same period last year and down 28.4% from last month's salesin the Inland Valley MLS, keep in mind that some of this is seasonal trends coming into play.My overall view of the market is still slipping, Click Here to view a comprehensive article about the conditions of the Inland Empire market.Closed Sales For December 2007: Down by 10 from last month27 Single Family Homes7 Condos/TownhomesPending Sales For D...
Comments 0
By Ila Josephs, Ila Josephs, Real Estate Broker
(Tarbell, Realtors)
Six homes closed escrow in Ontario during the week ending Jan. 6 and 68 homes were reported in escrow on Jan. 6, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service. The MLS said 38 new Ontario listings were added during the week, for a total inventory of 879 homes on Jan. 6, including 593 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 286 condominiums, town homes and single-family homes in associations. During the week, 65 Ontario listings expired. Some re-listed, but other sellers are waiting until later in the year.  If you are looking at homes along the 210 Freeway from San Dimas to Fontana, or in Ontario, Montclair or Chino, I would be happy to assist you. Contact me or visit my website, http://www.ilajosephs.com/.
Comments 0
By Ila Josephs, Ila Josephs, Real Estate Broker
(Tarbell, Realtors)
Looking for a home under $250,000? There were 30 single-family homes listed under $250,000 in Ontario on Dec. 31, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service. Six homes closed escrow in Ontario during the week ending Dec. 30 and 70 homes were reported in escrow on Dec. 30, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service. The MLS said 17 new Ontario listings were added during the week, and there was a total inventory of 880 homes on Dec. 30, including 595 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 285 condominiums, town homes and single-family homes in associations. During the week, 56 Ontario listings expired. Some re-listed, but other sellers are waiting until next year.  Serious buyers took advantage of vacation time and holiday visits this week t...
Comments 0
By Robert Huntsinger, Empire Realty Upland, CA - Full Service at a Discount
(Empire Realty)
There are two ways to lower your property taxes in Ontario which are legal and FREE. 1) If you qualify, appeal your property tax assessment 2) Claimed your Homeowner’s Tax Exemption   APPEAL YOUR TAX ASSESSMENT Home values in Ontario have decreased over the last year, you may be able to lower your property taxes?This will only apply if you purchased your home or have been re-assessed in the last couple of years?   If the above information applies to you, you may be able to do something that will cost you nothing.  This simple process can save you hundreds of dollars in future property taxes.    Lower you Property Tax Bill NOW ! Each county operates differently but the simple answer is that all you need to do is ask for your property to be re-assessed.Some counties are proactive and are ...
Comments 0
  Christmas, 2007   Tent city in suburbs is cost of home crisis  By Dana Ford   ONTARIO, California (Reuters) - Between railroad tracks and beneath the roar of departing planes sits "tent city," a terminus for homeless people. It is not, as might be expected, in a blighted city center, but in the once-booming suburbia of Southern California. The noisy, dusty camp sprang up in July with 20 residents and now numbers 200 people, including several children, growing as this region east of Los Angeles has been hit by the U.S. housing crisis. ................. "I don't think there are enough police to go after criminals holed up in those houses, squatting or doing drug deals or whatever," Wiseman said. "And it's not just a problem of a neighborhood filled with people squatting in the vacant ho...
Comments 9
By Robert Huntsinger, Empire Realty Upland, CA - Full Service at a Discount
(Empire Realty)
The city of Ontario has updated their website to contain community events, community calendar, city hall information and a resource for businesses and commerce.  When looking for information on crime statistics, weather and demographics use the City of Ontario's website as your one stop shop for resources.  Link to Ontario City website.For information on purchasing your next home in Ontario or anywhere in the Inland Empire call Empire Realty at 909-579-6611 or visit us on the web at Empire Realty. Empire Realty is your one stop shop for information and Full Service at a Discount.
Comments 0
By Ila Josephs, Ila Josephs, Real Estate Broker
(Tarbell, Realtors)
Fewer open houses are scheduled during the holidays, but there is still a wide selection of homes in most price ranges. If you are shopping for a new home, I can make the process much easier. If what you are looking for isn't on the market now, my Personal Shopper Service will make sure you see homes online as soon as they appear in the Multiple Listing Service.Four homes closed escrow in Ontario during the week ending Dec. 15 and 73 homes were reported in escrow on Dec. 16, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service. The MLS said 37 new listings were added during the week, for a total inventory of 907 homes on Dec. 16, including 611 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 296 condominiums, townhomes and single-family homes in associations. During the week, 41 ...
Comments 0
By Ila Josephs, Ila Josephs, Real Estate Broker
(Tarbell, Realtors)
Short sales - often called "pre-foreclosure" in listings - continue to drive the market down, but the effect is exaggerated by sellers who advertise a very low price to get attention and leave it to the lender to counter offers with a higher, more realistic price.They are called short sales because the seller actually owes more than he expects to receive from the sale. In order to complete a transaction, the lender must either accept less than what is owed or proceed with foreclosure and essentially "repossess" the house. A lender often agrees to a short sale because writing off a portion of the balance owed would be a better option than taking possession of the house and then having the expense of maintaining it, without receiving any payments, until a buyer can found. By the way, a se...
Comments 0
By Robert Huntsinger, Empire Realty Upland, CA - Full Service at a Discount
(Empire Realty)
No matter what the market, people will continue to desire to live in Ontario, as it remains one of the most attractive cities within San Bernardino County. Comparatively speaking, the Ontario housing market continues to post brisk sales. In of November 2007, 34 single family homes and a total of 12 condos/townhomes sold.  Total sales are down 53.5% for the same period last year and down 14.1% from last month's sales in the Inland Valley MLS, keep in mind that some of this is seasonal trends coming into play.My overall view of the market is still slipping, Click Here to view a comprehensive article about the conditions of the Inland Empire market.Closed Sales For November 2007: Down from last month34 Single Family Homes12 Condos/TownhomesPending Sales For November 2007: Down from last mo...
Comments 0
By Ila Josephs, Ila Josephs, Real Estate Broker
(Tarbell, Realtors)
"You listen to the news and it seems like everyone is moving out of California or losing their house" to foreclosure, said a friend. "It's really a small percentage of homes that are for sale now," I retorted, and we went for a drive. You know what happened. On some streets in every city, there were a number of houses for sale. But on those same streets, a larger number of homes were NOT for sale. My curiosity was piqued, however, so I went in search of statistics showing just how many households there are in the cities in my service area. On Board, a real estate information company, says there are 51,770 households in the city of Ontario. That includes apartments as well as homes, condominiums and town homes.  (If you're curious too, you can find the number of households On Board repor...
Comments 0
By Ila Josephs, Ila Josephs, Real Estate Broker
(Tarbell, Realtors)
Thanksgiving and the shopping sprint that followed may have dampened the enthusiasm of some home shoppers, but those determined to change addresses before the end of the year continued to seek out "open house" signs and followed flags into new developments. Most new-construction models were closed for Thanksgiving, but open again on Friday morning. In Rancho Cucamonga, four homes closed escrow and eight homes entered escrow during the week ending Nov. 25, the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service reported. The MLS said 36 new listings were added for a total inventory of 1,176 homes on Nov. 26, including 805 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 371 condominiums, townhomes and single-family homes in associations.  Thousands of home owners whose mortgages were scheduled to...
Comments 0