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Real Estate on the Monterey Peninsula ~ What now?

Dear Clients, Friends, and Associates,

This past month has been very challenging for all of us.  We have all been impacted in different ways, however, for none of us has it been life as usual.  I know some of you have been unable to see elderly loved ones, and many of you have become “teachers” to your young children.  Some of you have been able to work from home and others have been furloughed or have had your small business forced into closing.  My whole-hearted thanks go out to all of our essential businesses that have been keeping us safe, healthy, and fed. 

Mary Aliotti from Victorian Corner in Pacific Grove serving a Take-out order

Thank you to all of the police officers, doctors and nurses and other health care workers, our grocery stores, and our restaurants serving take-out orders.  During a Shelter-in-place order we quickly find out how many people we depend on daily to take care of our basic needs.  Thank you all, for being there for us!

Just Sold! 23675 Determine Lane (Represented the Buyer)

So how has the “shut down” affected Real Estate on the Monterey Peninsula I keep being asked?  To begin with we had a very strong first quarter and the Q-1 statistics are attached.  Most of the sales that were in escrow when the SIP order took place did proceed to close. 

First Quarter Report ~ by Carmel Realty Company

But what now?  Yes, that is the $64,000 question.  At this time, no one wants to forecast an exact answer to this question, because there are still so many variables.  There are a number of key drivers at play –  both positive and negative.  At Carmel Realty Company we are working to accentuate the Positive with new sales tools and new channels of messaging to reach our prospective buyers and sellers.  

Adwerx, a digital advertising campaign, is just one of the ways we reach out to prospective clients

As a Realtor with 33 years experience in both San Francisco and on the Monterey Peninsula, I have seen our real estate market survive many crises.  I remember the AIDS epidemic in the late 80’s and early 90’s, the Stock Market crash of 1987, the Loma Prieta Earthquake in 1989, the dot com boom and then crash in 2001, the crazy upwards rush of prices ending in a crash in 2007 and the housing collapse in 2008 with foreclosures and short sales becoming common place.  What I have learned is that “this too will pass”. 

Susan with husband, Allan, on the Rec Trail in Pacific Grove.

What I know for sure is that we live in one of the most desirable communities in the world with a limited inventory of homes.  We’ll get through this crisis like we survived the others.  In time our community will return to become healthy and vibrant with appreciating real estate values and an extraordinary quality of life.

Susan Clark, Realtor 831-320-6801

Take care, stay safe, stay healthy.

Q-1 Report

 

Wouldn’t You Love to live in Pebble Beach!

 

4103 Crest Road, 5BR/3BA  $1,249,000  

3,347SF      Lot 15,695 SF

Open House today Sunday 10/20 1:00-4:00pm

Pebble Beach, a place of dreams and desires.  Perhaps no other place in the country immediately brings up visions in a person’s mind.  It may be a picture of the Lone Cypress, the iconic trade mark of Pebble Beach, that tourists flock to so they can take a photo – perhaps a selfie with this symbol in the background to say, “I was here!”

Lone Cypress, Pebble Beach

If the person is a golfer, he or she will no doubt visualize the Golf Links at Pebble Beach

Pebble Beach Golf Links Photo taken by Bob Borden

. . .  and perhaps this well known shot below taken at the AT&T.

Pebble Beach Golf Links over looking Carmel Beach during the AT&T Pro Am Golf Tournament

For me, before I moved to the Monterey Peninsula from San Francisco, I was most taken by the mansions that line 17 Mile Drive as I wondered, “Who lives in these magnificent homes?”

3256 17 Mile Drive listed by Carmel Realty Company for $32,000,000.

Most of  us can’t buy a home like this, however, let me tell you about a home that may be in your reach.

4103 Crest Road, Pebble Beach. Listed at $1,249,000.  

As of today, it is listed at the least expensive home per square foot in all of Pebble Beach.  It was remodeled with care 10-15 years ago and has fantastic views of the Monterey Bay, Del Monte forest, the mountains, and the Coastline.

4103 Crest Road, Pebble Beach listed by Susan Clark, Carmel Realty Company $1,325,000.

Also, fantastic views of the sunrise from your breakfast table.

This spacious home is 3347 square feet on a 15,695 SF lot with plenty of room for growing flowers, tomatoes, or roses!

The home has a spacious open floor plan and is a great home for entertaining friends and family.

A living room with a view!
Gourmet kitchen with a fabulous view and top of the line appliances!

The best part is that all of the main living areas and the master are at street level so its almost like having a single level home!  The large master bedroom has probably the best view in the home and has an adjoining large master bath and walk-in closet.

Also on this level is a small bedroom/or office and another full bath.  Downstairs offers lots more room for family or guests with a family room, three large bedrooms, another full bath and extra storage areas.  More pluses if you can handle them . . . large rear deck, radiant heat throughout the home, a generator . . . well, I could go on and on.  Come see this incredible home and buy it before someone else snatches your dream.

Pebble Beach living on a budget.

Come to the Open House Sunday 10/20/19 or call Susan for a private showing 831-320-6801.  www.4103Crest.com

Susan Clark, Realtor       Carmel Realty Company                   831-320-6801

 

 

 

 

Alain Pinel Realtors – Carmel ~ Celebrating the Top Producers

Alain Pinel Realtors Awards Banquet and Dinner Dance

Evening on the Orient Express!

January 26, 2019

All Aboard!

Rob, Judie, and Bob Profeta, Broker/owner of Alain Pinel Realtors-Carmel

In January we had an evening of  fun and frolic to honor our Top Producers  with the theme of the Who done it . . “Murder on the Orient Express“.  Luckily, there was no real murder and all survived the evening enjoying a wonderful dinner and kicking up our heels dancing.

Pat, Michelle, and I drew the butler cards

We had an “ice breaker” to get people to mingle.  Our mission with a prize at completion was to find all the other guests with our same card representing the characters from the movie, “Murder on the  Orient Express“.  Luckily, in this case, the butler DIDN’T do it.

Geoff, hubby Allan, and Tony drew the conductor.

My husband, Allan, standing in the center, drew the conductor card.

After dinner was the presentation of the 2018 Awards

for Alain Pinel Realtors – Carmel

Congratulations! Jamal Noorzoy, Liz Dini, Maria Finkle, Carla White, Marta Karpiel, Susan Clark, John Romley, Kristi Knutzen, and Bill Faber.

The Skyrocket Award was presented to the agents who skyrocketed their way to success – surpassing their previous years production many times over.

Skyrocket recipients : Liz Dini, Ed Stellingsma, Carla White, John Romley, Maria Finkle, and Susan Clark

The Circle of Excellence Awards were presented to the agents who succeeded in having a very successful year and were in the top 9 agents in production.  I was honored to be among them.

Circle of Excellence Award was presented by the Profetas. From left, Bob Profeta, Judie Profeta, John Romley, Susan Clark, Rob Profeta (Bill Faber and Kristi Arnold were not able to attend)
Susan Clark and husband, Allan Freidson

Allan and I never turn down an invitation for dancing no matter what the occasion.  All in all, it was a great evening and a great celebration!

Many thanks to Judie and Bob Profeta and Rob Profeta and our incredible staff for creating such a lovely night of celebration.

 

 

 

Pacific Grove Charmer Close to Town

 

OPEN HOUSE THIS WEEKEND

717 19th Street, Pacific Grove

7/6 Friday 3:00-5:00pm ~ 7/7 Saturday 11:30am – 5:00pm

7/8 Sunday 10:00am – 4:00pm

717 19th Street

Welcome to Pacific Grove and this delightful new listing of mine on 19th Street!  This Pacific Grove Charmer is a delight and I hope you will consider this charming cottage as your next home!

A cheery living room welcomes you!
Open, spacious, bright and light!
Spacious master bedroom
Large eat-in kitchen
Large sunny backyard to enjoy gardening or a good book.
Back of house – Door on right goes down to a partial basement and laundry
Detached garage/workshop at rear of lot accessed from alley.

Enjoy the Pacific Grove lifestyle and everything that this little seaside town has to offer.

Tidepooling near the shore
Lover’s Point Beach
Beautiful rocky coastline
Farmer’s market

Come to one of my Open Houses or call me for a private showing.  I’d love to share this very special home with you.

Welcome home!

For now . . . Take a tour!

THE ADDRESS IS THE MONTEREY PENNINSULA

THE EXPERIENCE IS ALAIN PINEL

Susan Clark, Alain Pinel Realtors 831-320-6801