Red Ferrari’s are some of my favorites at the car shows . . . and why not, what’s not to like? I expect there will be quite a few of them at this years Prancing Ponies Car Show in Carmel on Thursday!
This year, we’ve had to say good-bye to Concours on the Avenue in downtown Carmel, but Prancing Ponies Car Show has been placed right on Ocean Avenue this year on Thursday 8/18. Free to the public, it will be the only car show in Carmel-by-the-Sea. It will be quite a “Happening” with woman car owners showing off their cars and a fashion show! Prancing Ponies Foundation’s mission is to Create Women Leaders One Girl At A Time!
Chanterria Gilbra, Founder and executive director of Prancing Ponies
Chanterria Gilbra, founder and executive director of Prancing Ponies, explains all about its beginnings and its mission in
There are tons of events going on all week culminating on Sunday with the Concours de Elegance. This is always an amazing event attracting thousands of car owners and car enthusiasts from all over the country and even the world. To know what is going on and where . . . Click on Event Schedule.
Enjoy some “Eye Candy” from years past . . .
1934 Ford Sedan
That’s all for now folks!
Susan Clark, realtor, Carmel Realty Company
If you’ve come to the Monterey Peninsula and have fallen in love and want to move here, call me! Let’s talk about the many options here on the Monterey Peninsula. 831-320-6801
Nestled in a hidden garden in the picturesque village of Carmel-by-the-Sea, this charming two bedroom, one bath English cottage is situated just steps to downtown, restaurants, and shopping. Lovingly remodeled it boasts a recently updated kitchen perfect for cooking and enjoying a good meal with a big farm sink, porcelain counters, gas range, Saltillo tile floor, inviting dining area and peek of the ocean! The renovated bathroom is a dream with spacious shower, radiant heated floors, towel warmer and marble topped cabinet. Delight in the Carmel stone fireplace with rustic mantle in the living room. In the adjacent sunroom you’ll enjoy reading a good book and gazing out at the lush gardens filled with whimsical bird houses, thus the name “The Bird House”.Hardwood floors, extra storage in the attic with a pull down ladder, laundry and one-car garage adds up to making this the quintessential Carmel cottage.
Nestled in a hidden garden in the picturesque village of Carmel-by-the-Sea, this charming two bedroom, one bath English cottage is situated just steps to downtown, restaurants, and shopping.
Lovingly remodeled it boasts a recently updated kitchen perfect for cooking and enjoying a good meal with a big farm sink, porcelain counters, gas range, Saltillo tile floor, inviting dining area and peek of the ocean! The renovated bathroom is a dream with spacious shower, radiant heated floors, towel warmer and marble topped cabinet. Delight in the Carmel stone fireplace with rustic mantle in the living room. In the adjacent sunroom you’ll enjoy reading a good book and gazing out at the lush gardens filled with whimsical bird houses, thus the name “The Bird House”.Hardwood floors, extra storage in the attic with a pull down ladder, laundry and one-car garage adds up to making this the quintessential Carmel cottage.
Call Sarah and Jenny at Fionna Floral for your Mother’s Day flowers 831-275-5434
Mother’s Day is a day to celebrate mothers. If you’re a mother yourself, best wishes for a very special day! It’s also a time to celebrate and pay tribute to our own mothers.
Happy Mother’s Day, Mom!
Real Estate Market Report
At the end of the first quarter we always look back to see how the real estate market compares with the year before.After a record breaking year in 2021 the real estate sales activity continued to deliver strong results.The strong demand continued to drive sales prices up. Click on link below for our Q1 Market Report
In our Carmel and Carmel Point market the average sales price was over $3.2 million which was similar to our 2021 market.Currently the inventory continues to be at an all time low with only 11 listings available and 6 under contract. Since January 1st, 47 have sold, 3 of which are condos (through April 27th).
Carmel-by-the-Sea’s white sand beach
The Pebble Beach market was unlike any we have seen before Q1.Total dollar value was up 40% from Q4 2021 due to several higher priced homes.The number of sales was down with only 25 sales. I guess I should consider myself lucky to have sold one of them! Congratulations to Dean and Helen!
Sold! 1044 Lost Barranca, Pebble Beach ~ Multiple offers over asking!
The Country Club West area of Pebble Beach continues to be one of the most popular areas in Pebble Beach.Most sales attract multiple buyers and sell for over the list price.My listing at 1044 Lost Barranca which just sold was true to form.I received multiple offers from buyers and we negotiated a price quite a bit over asking for very happy sellers.
In the multiple offer market it is very important for a seller to be represented by a savvy realtor who understands and is experienced in negotiating in this challenging multiple offer real estate market place.Thinking of selling?Call me and let’s discuss how I can help you negotiate the highest possible price for your property.
Just Sold!
23675 Determine Lane, Monterey. Sold with multiple offers! Offered at $1,995,000
Congratulations to John and Eileen who I was able to assist in selling their home for a great price with multiple offers AND referred them to a great realtor in Thousand Oaks where they relocated. They were able to move from one beautiful home directly into their next! Who says that can’t be done in this. market?
From a buyer’s stand point it’s also very important to work with a savvy negotiator, because it means whether or not you beat out your competition and get your home.Call me and let’s discuss how I can help you buy your home at the best possible price.
Receiving the Award of Excellence in Real Estate from the Carmel Chamber of Commerce
I was very honored to receive the Award of Excellence in Real Estate from the Carmel Chamber of Commerce at the end of 2021. I am so grateful for such a wonderful honor.
Parkbench.com/Carmel-Ca
Visit my new community web site at www.parkbench.com to keep up on what’s going on in the communities of Carmel, Pebble Beach, and Pacific Grove. I’m interviewing business owners and other community members so check it out to learn more about our locals.
