Juan Capistrano Swallows Day Parade 2018 and Mercado Street FaireMarch 24, 2018 9am-5pm with the parade at 11:00am The Fiesta de las Golindrinas celebrates the return of the swallows to Mission San Juan Capistrano on St. Joseph's day. This annual event is celebrated throughout downtown San Juan Capistrano with fun, food and festivities going on all day long! Set up your chairs street-side and watch the largest, non-motorized parade in the USA - starts at 11:00am For more info visit www.swallowsparade.com  "If you remember Bugs Bunny, you should remember the swallows coming back to Capistrano. And this Saturday is the Fiesta de Las Golondrinas, feast of the swallows; traditionally the day the swallows actually come back to Capistrano. They celebrate by having wonderful parade, in fact th... 03/23/2018

Rejoice in San Juan Capistrano’s Stunning Views & Ocean Breezes from this Magnificent California Mission/Santa Barbara-Style Estate in the Serene Enclave of Hidden Mountain Estates, Perched Amongst the Rolling Hills at the End of a Quiet Cul-De-Sac providing Serenity and the Utmost Privacy. Showcasing the Highest Level of Style & Sophistication, combining Fresh Modern Living with Timeless European Charm. Peace & Tranquility abound from the moment you enter the Circular Courtyard featuring a Traditional Water Fountain, framed by Stately Palm Trees. Exceptionally Renovated with Tasteful Finishes & Quality Details. Formal Entry Foyer, Dramatic Curved Staircase, Travertine Floors, 400 Bottle Wine Cellar, & 4 Stunning Carved Marble Fireplaces. The Entirely New Gourmet Kitchen is a Show Stopp... 05/19/2017

Swallows Day Parade San Juan Capistrano | Lauren Selinsky trophy setupThe 59th Annual Fiesta de Los Golandrinas (swallows in Spanish) was just this weekend. What a beautiful day it was! No surprise rain!  Jim Taylor C0-Chair to the Trophies and plaque recognition was ready at 0730 for me to arrive at 0745 to help assist in getting all the beautiful trophies and plaques ready for entries firs, second and third place entrants. Once we were done we got to find friends and enjoy the parade before the winners were announced. ENJOY SOME BEAUTIFUL PHOTOS FROM THE SWALLOWS DAY PARADE. Jim Taylor announced winners, (Pictured - left) organized the ordering, Lauren Selinsky (pictured-middle) and the entrants very well. Horse Judge Cindy Ann (pictured- front left)and her team were so kind and helpf... 03/27/2017

The 59th Annual Swallows Day Parade and Mercado Street Fair will be held on Saturday, March 25, 2017. The Fiesta de las Golondrinas celebrates the return of the swallows to the San Juan Capistrano Mission on St. Joseph's Day, which is March, 19th. The Parade takes place throughout downtown San Juan Capistrano. The Swallows Day Parade is one of the nation's largest non-motorized parade. It is a spectacular event that you will want to attend. It is organized and presented by the San Juan Capistrano Fiesta Association.Take the convenient Shuttle Bus or arrive early as most street closures are in effect by 10AM. This is a fun family event celebrating the annual return of the swallows. Parade starts at 11AM. Come by car or even train and be sure to mark your calendar to start making the Swal... 03/25/2017

6/5/2016 Home Prices In Mission Viejo ByTim Lorenz This week’s report on home values for Mission Viejo and surrounding areas homes is prepared by a Mission Viejo Realtor Tim Lorenz.  The report shows the Orange County Median Prices for resale homes were up 4.8 percent, for new homes down 7.2 percent and for resale condos  up 6.6 percent. The sales volume is up for resale homes 2.8 percent and down 5.8 percent on condos and up 69.8 percent for new homes.       Mission Viejo  Zip Code 92691 sales prices are up 4.3 percent and the sales volume is up 19.4 percent. Mission Viejo Zip Code 92692 sales prices are up 9.5 percent and the sales volume is down 30.9  percent. Aliso Viejo Zip Code 92656 sales prices are up 3.8 percent and the sales volume is down 15.5 percent. Laguna Niguel Zip Code ... 06/05/2016

Pristine and Beautiful Townhome, Highly Desirable Sendero Community of Rancho Mission Viejo. Enjoy the "Ranch Life" in this new community which was voted 2014 Best Master-Planned Community in Orange County. Light and Bright and Move in Ready, Superb Features and Fine Amenities, Private Gated Front Courtyard Entry, Recessed Lighting, Plantation Shutters, and a Well Designed Open Floor Plan. Sleek Modern Kitchen with European Style Dark Wood Cabinetry, Beautiful Ceasarstone Counter tops, Modern Hardware and Fixtures, High End Stainless Steel Appliances, Dual Ovens, Dishwasher, Microwave, and a Highly Prized Breakfast Bar. The 3 Bathrooms are equally impressive with Beautiful European Style Cabinetry, Ceasarstone topped Vanities, Framed Vanity Mirrors, Designer Light Fixtures, Sleek Stylis... 04/22/2016

Before it became known as the birthplace of Orange County, and a well-known Spanish mission in the mid 1770’s, the San Juan Capistrano area was home to a tribe of Native American Indians who spoke a Takic dialect while Indians in the San Luis Rey area spoke Luiseño.Many reports estimate that close to 10,000 Native Americans lived in the San Juan Capistrano at the time.Knowing the length of the journeys between missions in California at the time, Father Serra motivated Captain Rivera and Father Fermin Lasuen to create a mission in San Juan Capistrano to interrupt the long, hard journey between San Gabriel and San Diego.Early Years   After it was officially established as a Spanish Mission, San Juan Capistrano Mission was a productive mission which produced hundreds of thousands of pounds... 09/22/2015

Throwback Thursdays: Fun in California!Look at these pictures, Diane's and my parents were alive and we sent them these fun pictures taken at San Juan Capistrano inside the grounds of the Monastery.... how fun.... OK you be the Judge:))     If you are a consumer who is considering buying or selling a home, investment real estate, vacation homes, or beach properties in Southern California, Los Angeles, Century City, Westwood, West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Culver City, Playa Vista, Marina Del Rey, Venice or Malibu. Feel Free to give me a call at 310.486.1002 or email me at homes@endrebarath.com or visit one of my websites at http://www.endrebarath.com   Your Pet Friendly Realtor. I contribute a portion of my commission to Local Animal Rescue Organization 08/06/2015

Mariachi Festival at Mission San Juan CapistranoMay 9, 2015 May 9 Mariachi Festival!  This exciting day features live music performances by Mariachi bands as they compete on stage for cash prizes before a panel of distinguished judges. Festival highlights also include the ringing of the historic Mission bells, performances by Ballet Folklorico de San Juan Capistrano and marionette shows.  Time: 11:00 am – 4:00 pm Location: Mission San Juan Capistrano, 26801 Ortega Hwy, San Juan Capistrano For more information: Mission SJC Activties FULL EVENT SCHEDULE↗️↗️↗️↗️↗️↗️↗️↗️↗️↗️↗️↗️↗️↗️ 05/06/2015

Delightfully bossy visitors at San Juan Capistrano Open House I hosted open house Sunday at my nice listing at 31881 Paseo Cielo in San Juan Capistrano. This is the property affectionately known as the big, yellow house.  There was a steady stream of visitors including a repeat visit by a mother and daughter.  They noticed I'd left my car hazard lights on.  I'd turned the hazard lights on when I placed the open house signs and forgot to turn them off.   The mother and daughter insisted I try to start my car to make sure the battery wasn't dead. I said I'd be fine and if I needed a jump I'd call my husband or Auto Club. The mother and daughter were adamant that I try to start my car with them there.  I did.  The battery was dead.  Mother and daughter continued to be delightfully bossy.  ... 05/05/2015

3/15/2015 Home Prices In San Clemente By Michael Albrecht   This week’s report on home values for San Clemente and surrounding areas homes is prepared by a San Clemente Realtor Michael Albrecht.  The report shows the Orange County Median Prices for resale homes were up 4.1 percent, for new homes up 13.4 percent and for resale condos up 5.3 percent. The sales volume is up for resale homes 2.3 percent and down 4.3 percent on condos and down 18.5 percent for new homes.        Mission Viejo Zip Code 92691 sales prices are down 8.7 percent and the sales volume is down 15.2 percent. Mission Viejo Zip Code 92692 sales prices are up 13.2 percent and the sales volume is up 1.9 percent. Aliso Viejo sales prices are up 4.5 percent and the sales volume is up 7.8 percent. Laguna Niguel sales prices ... 03/15/2015

  This is reblog to a press release released on PR.log on Thursday  BanCorp Properties is re-launching its widely popular buyer’s rebate program in an effort to increase market share in the San Juan Capistrano real estate market. The company believes the market is critical for its continued success in 2015. BanCorp discontinued the buyer’s rebate program in the third quarter of 2014, but feels the timing is right to re-introduce it back into San Juan Capistrano. San Juan Capistrano is found in the southern are of South Orange County. It is one of the oldest cities in California and the community primarily of single-family-residences, with a sprinkling of condominiums and townhomes. The city is bordered by San Clemente to the South, Dana Point to the West and Ladera Ranch to the North. ... 02/26/2015

  This is a reblog to a press release released on PR.Com on Monday  BanCorp Properties believes that an intensified marketing effort focusing on internet, with a special attention placed on social media could help the company gain more market share in a very competitive San Juan Capistrano housing market. With interest rates continuing to hover at historical lows, the company believes the timing is perfect for an aggressive campaign into the city. San Juan Capistrano is one of smallest of South Orange County’s cities, but it is still a strategic one. Located on the southern edge of the county, in a unique inland | coastal region, BanCorp believes that even though the community is small in comparison to the remainder of the other areas it markets in, it simply can’t ignore the area. Sin... 02/02/2015

1/11/2015 Mission Viejo Home Values By Tim Lorenz   This week’s report on home values for Mission Viejo and surrounding areas homes is prepared by a Mission Viejo Realtor Tim Lorenz.  The report shows the Orange County Median Prices for resale homes were up 1.8 percent, for new homes up 18 percent and for resale condos up 1.1 percent. The sales volume is down for resale homes 7.1 percent and down 8.9 percent on condos and down 30.4 percent for new homes.        Mission Viejo Zip Code 92691 sales prices are down 7.8 percent and the sales volume is down 10.7 percent. Mission Viejo Zip Code 92692 sales prices are up 7.1 percent and the sales volume is down 7.2 percent. Aliso Viejo sales prices are up 8.7 percent and the sales volume is 21.4 percent. Laguna Niguel sales prices are up 5.0 pe... 01/11/2015

  The July LA Times DQNews Real Estate Activity Report is out.  My eyes first went to San Juan Capistrano because we’re in escrow to purchase a home there.  34 homes sold in July (good news) for prices 11.4% less than last July (bad news).  Alarm bells immediately sounded in my head but subsided after I did a little research.  After breaking out past DQNews reports, I found the following: Jan - 33 Sales – $750,000 Median Sales Price – +27.2% from one year prior Feb - 20 Sales – $1,151,000 Median Sales Price – +125.8% from one year prior March - 29 Sales – $710,000 Median Sales Price – +13.6% from one year prior April - 27 Sales – $530,000 Median Sales Price – -3.6% from one year prior May - 24 Sales – $1,052,000 Median Sales Price – +54.7% from one year prior June - 34 Sales – $790,000 ... 08/27/2014

8/10/2014 San Clemente Home Values By Michael Albrecht   This week’s report on home values for San Clemente and surrounding areas homes is prepared by a San Clemente Realtor Michael Albrecht.  The report shows the Orange County Median Prices for resale homes were up 5.4 percent, for new homes up 14.1 percent and for resale condos down 18.7 percent. The sales volume is down for resale homes 15.0 percent and down 15.9 percent on condos and up 43.5 percent for new homes.        Mission Viejo Zip Code 92691 sales prices are up 8.0 percent and the sales volume is down 1.5 percent. Mission Viejo Zip Code 92692 sales prices are up 5.9 percent and the sales volume is down 17.8 percent. Aliso Viejo sales prices are up 6.3 percent and the sales volume is down 20.6  percent. Laguna Niguel sales pr... 08/10/2014

Jeep's Response? "Too Bad"   I work in an industry where we strive to make our clients happy. When situations come up that we don't anticipate, we don't throw our hands in the air and say "too bad," we work it through. We see this as an opportunity to once again prove our value.  My local Chrysler Jeep dealer seem to see it differently. Over the past decade, I see a trend in our car dealership service departments. It's clear that these areas are profit centers and the changes reflect this attitude. Remember when we sat in a line of cars first thing in the morning to try and get in early. We eventually were met by a man with a clipboard who wrote down our stories of strange noises coming from our engines. Our fears were usually confirmed as the serviceman assured us that it sounded like... 06/10/2014

Known for its iconic Cliff Swallows that have repeatedly returned every year on March 19th from migration, San Juan Capistrano is one of the oldest and most well-known cities in Southern California that’s been a major part of our state since the Mission San Juan Capistrano was built in 1776.   Should You Consider Moving To San Juan Capistrano?     If you’ve been planning a Southern California move and want to be close to Orange County’s attractions and businesses, but still be part of a traditional “small town”, San Juan Capistrano is a great place to consider moving to.   San Juan Capistrano is located in Southern Orange County California and has a population of 63,499, but you wouldn’t feel like you’re living in a big city here. Thanks to Spanish Architecture and homes that were built... 03/24/2014

Cash Buyers For Homes in San Juan Capistrano up $10,000,000 That's right we have buyers that are interested in homes in all conditions including but not limited to distressed property, under water properties (owe more than the home is worth), properties with structurial issues in San Juan Capistrano. If you thought that your home could not be sold call us.  We may just be able to help you out of your problems.  Or you need a quick sale on your property again please call us. 12/28/2013

Mark Paulson's San Clemente Market Report 11/10/2013     This weeks Market Report for San Clemente and surrounding areas from a San Clemente Realtor Mark Paulson shows that Orange County Median Prices for the resale homes were up 19.6 percent, for new homes up 5.0 percent and for resale condos up 20.3 percent. The sales volume is down for resale homes 15.3 percent and up 12.4 percent on condos and up 49.5 percent for new homes.   Mission Viejo Zip Code 92691 sales prices are up 23.3 percent and the sales volume is down 1.4 percent. Mission Viejo Zip Code 92692 sales prices are up 10.9 percent and the sales volume is down 4.5 percent. Aliso Viejo sales prices are up 12.4 percent and the sales volume is up 6.0 percent. Laguna Niguel sales prices are up 5.3 percent and the sales volume is ... 11/10/2013