This is the February 2013 Inventory Report for Ventura Condo Real Estate.Are you interested in downsizing to more easily managed home with low-maintenance or are an investor, you will want to take a look at the very limited inventory of condos currently on the market in Ventura.There are 11 condos on the market currently, ranging in price from $109,900 to $579,000. They range in size from 873 square feet to 1730 square feet. With so few Ventura Condos on the market, it is imperative for buyers to have in hand a pre-approval letter from their lender or proof of funds if one is going to pay cash when making an offer. It is highly recommended, that the buyer be prepared to make their highest and best offer at the start.  With so few Ventura Condos on the market, there will undoubtedly be m... 02/18/2013

Below, is the illustration of the Camarillo Real Estate Market Trend for January, 2013.  This illustration shows that the average list to sales price is increasing a bit and is now in the 99% range, which means well priced Camarillo Single Family Homes are selling close to list price.  I do expect to see homes selling for over list price in 2013, especially in the lower price range, if inventory levels remain low.I think the best benchmarks from this data shows the average price per sq/ft has steadily increased over the year to end up very close to the result from 2010.This appreciation is the result of low inventory levels due to government foreclosure intervention. Demand should remain strong thanks to Federal Reserve manipulated low interest rates and affordability. Inventory levels ... 02/09/2013

Ventura Botanical Gardens will be hosting a Walk and Learn with Geologist John Dunham, Ph.D, who will introduce hikers to the natural history of the Ventura Botanical Gardens trail.   Walk and Learn with Geologist John DunhamSaturday, February 23 – 10 am to noon The newly-constructed Demonstration Trail provides visitors with panoramic vistas of the hills and ocean; views that not only define the City of Ventura but tell stories of the geology of Southern California.During your walk, you will see fossil shells from the Pleistocene epoch, as old as the Mastodons and Sabre Tooth Tigers from the La Brea Tar Pits. You will also observe the trace of the Ventura Fault and talk about the compressional forces that produced its uplift. You  will also see the offshore oil platforms and talk about... 02/08/2013

The residents of the Westside of Ventura are overjoyed that the Ventura City Council voted unanimously 7-0 to approve the purchase of the vacant lot at Kellogg and Ventura Avenue.In September, the council agreed to pay $100,000 to The Trust for Public Land, a nonprofit that works to preserve open space nationwide, to help facilitate the deal.The property consists of three parcels, 2.41 acres,  under the terms approved Monday, the city will own two pieces, paying $400,000 for roughly 0.75 acre. It will provide $100,000 more for the remaining parcel, which is selling for $700,000. The trust will pay the other $600,000 upfront and lease the land to the city for $31,500 per year.The city’s share is coming from its park fund. The trust plans to apply for grants to cover the city’s $600,000 b... 02/07/2013

Valentine's Day is only a week away.  How are you planning on spending it with your sweetie?  If you're in the Ventura area, you're in luck.  There are several romantic ways to show the love of your life how much they mean to you when you celebrate a Ventura Valentine's Day. 71 Palm (71 N Palm St, Downtown Ventura) - Chef Didier prepares a special 3-course meal for lovers.  Three dinner times to choose from: 5:30pm, 7pm and 8:30pm.  (805) 653-7222. Busy Bee Cafe (478 E Main St, Downtown Ventura) - King Cut Prime Rib is the order of the day at Busy Bee.  They're open from 4pm to 10pm on Valentine's Day.  (805) 643-4864. Island Packers' Valentine's Cruise (1691 Spinnaker Dr, Ventura Harbor) - Take a cruise around the Harbor on a 64' catamaran with live onboard music performed by guitarist... 02/07/2013

Below, is the illustration of the Oxnard Real Estate Market Absorption Trend for the month of January, 2013. This illustration shows that the sales price to list price is now showing over 100%, this is a result from The average sales price for Single Family Homes in Oxnard has appreciated for each time frame surpassing the averages  recorded for 2010.  The median price (midpoint price, half the homes sold for more, half the homes sold for less) has steadily been increasing.  Inventory levels remain low which is creating a supply and demand situation.  This lack of supply of homes often results in multiple offers resulting in sold prices coming in above list price, if the home is priced correctly in the first place.  We may see some appraisal issues with offers coming in higher than the ... 02/05/2013

Below, is the illustration of the Ventura Real Estate Market Trend for the month of January, 2103.  We had fewer sales in January, 2013, mostly due to the low inventory of Ventura Single Family Homes.  The median price is the half way point, half the homes sold for more than the median price, half sold for more.Notice the Average List to Sale Price it has consistently registered in the high 90% range, which means if a home is priced correctly, there is little room for negotiating the price down. The average sales price per square foot continues to increase, almost matching 2010.Currently, there are only 66 Single Family Homes for sale in Ventura , and that translates to approximately less than a month supply  of inventory which by definition of the Market Absorption Analysis model would... 02/04/2013

The Tall Ships Hawaiian Chieftain and Lady Washington have arrived at the Ventura Harbor Village and will be there until February 11th.The historical vessels will dock in front of Brophy Brothers Restaurant & Clam Bar and Milano’s Italian Restaurant in the Ventura Harbor Village. Coinciding with the first weekend of the Tall Ship visit, the First Company Washington Artillery of New Orleans will build a replica Civil War Military Camp circa 1861 – 1865, Saturday and Sunday, February 2-3. A photographer’s delight, the ships depart for Battle Sails February 2 & 3, and February 9 & 10 out of the Harbor at 2 PM and return between 4:30 – 5 PM. The best viewing locations are at Harbor Cove Beach, Channel Islands National Park Visitor Center and Ventura Harbor Village. Open to the public from J... 02/01/2013

Peirano’s Market in Ventura has been gone for sometime now. It is now a historical Landmark which is located across from the San BuenaVentura Mission in Downtown Ventura. In 1998,  Peirano’s Market was transformed into Jonathan’s Restaurant, which is still operating out of it today. Peirano’s Market was Ventura’s first commercial brick building, constructed in 1877 for Italian merchant Alex Gandolfo.  His nephew, Nick Peirano, took over the general store in 1890 and the store remained in the family unit the late 1980’s. Operating well over 100 years!The murals on the west outside wall are typical of commercial advertising in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.  Can you imagine what what Nick Peirano would think of all the new technology in place today for advertising? In 1992, archa... 01/29/2013

This is how you dispose of Household Hazardous Waste or stuff as I like to call it. If you live in Ventura, then you can drop off for FREE, these hazardous waste materials Aerosol Cans Auto & Household Batteries Fluorescent Light Tubes & CFL's Gasoline Household Cleaners Motor Oil/Filters, other auto fluids Paint, Polishes & Varnishes Pesticides   This is the first event for 2013, it will take place Saturday, January 19th between 9am-2pm.   If you cannot make this date, no worries, the City of Ventura will have one of these events on the third Saturday of each month, excluding December. at Gold Coast Recycling 5275 Colt Street in VenturaRESERVATIONS REQUIREDCall 652-4525Per the Federal Department of Transportation(DOT) there are limits to transport of some materials, so call first.Monda... 01/17/2013

Are you always on the hunt for a good bargain?  Does your Ventura home need a makeover but you're on a budget?  Then, you simply must visit the Ventura Flea Market. Held only a few times a year, the Ventura Flea Market offers everything from plants to furniture and clothes to crafts.  The next Ventura Flea Market will be held on Sunday, January 27th from 9am to 2pm at the Ventura County Fairgrounds.  Whether you're looking for artwork to decorate your living room, need to pick up some new or gently used clothing for growing children or want to find a piece of jewelry that is as unique as your honey for Valentine's Day, the Ventura Flea Market will have something for you.  That's why thousands of buyers flock to the fairgrounds every time the flea market is held. Admission is just $5 per... 01/17/2013

Paws For READING at the Ventura Library in Downtown VenturaCheck out this unique reading program at the Ventura Library(E. P. Foster) in Downtown Ventura. It is designed to help improve a child’s reading skills. Have your child or teen read aloud to registered therapy dogs on Saturdays, from noon-1pm atE.P. Foster Library, 651 E. Main St.Paws for ReadingFor additional information or to schedule an appointment, call E. P. Forster library at 648-2716. I think this is such a great program. I know my golden would love to have children read to him all day long or would have in his younger years and would never have made any judgment regarding their reading skills. Also, save the date: the program’s 8th anniversary will be celebrated on Feb. 23 at the Ventura Library (E.P. Foster) in Downtown... 01/11/2013

Below, is the illustration of the Ventura Real Estate Market Absorption Trend for the month of December, 2012. This illustration shows a jump in the average list price, the median sale price and the average sales price. This is a result of low Ventura Single Family Homes inventory, often resulting in multiple offers, which then, typically push prices up over list price.  Notice the Average List to Sale Price it has consistently registered in the high 90% range, which means if a home is priced correctly, there is little room for negotiating the price down.Currently, there are only 53 Single Family Homes for sale in Ventura, and that translates to approximately less than a month supply  of inventory which by definition of the Market Absorption Analysis model would put Ventura Single Famil... 01/05/2013

Baby New Year may have been ushered in a couple of days ago, but you still have a chance to celebrate 2013.  The Ventura Botanical Gardens is hosting a Sow in the New Year event this Saturday, January 5th.  This will be your chance as a Ventura resident to continue to make our fair city a beautiful place to live. Beginning at 10am, residents and visitors to the City of Ventura are welcome to come to Grant Park on Ferro Drive where, for $5, you will be given wildflower seeds to plant along the brand new Demonstration Trail.  Learn how to plant and care for wildflowers in your own Ventura home garden from experts in the field.  Sow in the New Year ends at 2pm.  After you're done planting, feel free to take the family on a hike on the trail.  There is plenty of beautiful scenery to take in... 01/03/2013

Swap Meet December 26 Located at Lot A Antiques, Collectibles, Toys, Clothing, Records and more... Coffee, Food, Snacks... Fresh Produce in Farmer's Market. Contact: Sue Adams (818) 590-5435 12/21/2012

Happenings this week in Downtown VenturaAnnual Epic Christmas PartyAre you ready for a Top Gun kind of evening? Watermark has ‘footloose’ special musical guest Kenny Loggins performing Friday night at the W Gallery (first level of the Gardner Building on California & Main) at 8:30pm. The $15 donation goes toward a parking structure safety fund and the purchase of new security cameras. And yes, Santa will be coming! Advanced tickets can be purchased at theWatermark or you can call 805.643.6800 or email to reserve your spot. Rocket Fizz $5 PromotionStuff your stockings and your wallet! It only comes a few times a year, and it’s a customer favorite! Spend $25 at Rocket Fizz, 105 Oak St. and get a $5 gift certificate. Rocket Fizz has a gigantic selection and is your one stop shop for all yo... 12/20/2012

Swap Meet December 26 Located at Lot A Antiques, Collectibles, Toys, Clothing, Records and more... Coffee, Food, Snacks... Fresh Produce in Farmer's Market. Contact: Sue Adams (818) 590-5435     12/20/2012

A Fairgrounds Christmas December 22 Located at Main Gate Park, McBride Hall, The San Nicolas Halls Visit Santa Claus and his Reindeer $6 Unlimited Jolly Jumps Children's Christmas Shopping and Gift Wrapping Gourmet Food Trucks Live Christmas Music Canned Food donations for FOODShare 12/20/2012

Fredda Leiter Art Show December 19 - January 14 Harbor Village Gallery     Event Description Artist Reception Friday, December 21, 5-8 pm Fredda Leiter "Outside Time - Circling the Globe"Dec. 19, 2012 -Jan. 14, 2013Travel and art are linked in the life of Fredda Leiter, a Ventura artist whose watercolor paintings will be exhibited starting Dec. 19 at Harbor Village Gallery in a show titled "Outside Time When Circling the Globe.""Each moment is connected to all others, and also stands alone. A painting can capture a moment, engaging our eyes, emotions and physical sensations," said Leiter, whose solo exhibition of small pieces (most 9 by 12 or 12 by 16 inches) will run through Jan. 14. An artist's reception will be held 5-8 p.m. Dec. 21 in the gallery at Ventura Harbor.The Harbor Villag... 12/20/2012

Start a new family tradition - see twinkling holiday lights at night from the water! Who needs a ONE HORSE OPEN SLEIGH? When you can take a California Sleigh Ride through the Ventura Harbor and Ventura Keys with Ventura Boat Rentals. Choose between 6 PM or 8 PM departure times for a one and a half hour tour every night in December to view the festively decorated homes in the Ventura Keys. Enjoy free hot cocoa and cookies during the cruise while viewing the colorful boats lit up for the season. Full bar & Reindeer Milk available for purchase.Reservations required. (805) 642-7753. $20/Adults $10 Children Additional Info Phone: (805) 642-7753 Website: www.VenturaBoatRentals.com 12/20/2012