Among the best that San Diego has to offer, this luxury condo unit sold for $805,000, 8% below listing price. Balcony views of Coronado Bay and the bridge, city lights, and the golf course make the Coronado Shores condo complex one of the most desirable lifestyle options in San Diego County.

This unit is one of 145 condos in this gated community close to the world famous Hotel Del Coronado. This home is a spacious (slightly under 1500 sq. ft.) one bedroom one bath, with a granite and stainless kitchen. Dining room has beautiful Brazilian cherry hardwood flooring, with excellent neutral carpeting throughout the rest of the condo. The covered balcony is stone and tile, perfect for entertaining with a killer view of postcard scenery.

This community of Coronado Shores condos is secure with gates and a 24 hour on site guard. Underground parking is a standard bonus, as well as two clubhouses,  exercise room with stairclimber, four pools, spa/hot tub, eight tennis courts. Built in 1979, pets are welcome and there are some age restrictions.

The beach location, panoramic views from the bedroom and living areas, Glorietta Bay's fireworks on the 4th of July---you will find yourself wondering if you are at home or on vacation!

Selling your Coronado House

Go ahead Coronado Real Estate buyers and sellers, don't be shy. This year is the perfect time to make a Coronado housing move. If you are planning on buying or selling one of Coronado's homes or condos, you should get to know these eight strategies of savvy Coronado Real Estate investors, and live by them. It's that simple.

These strategies apply to all Coronado houses and condos, even the great deals that can be found on Coronado golf course properties and waterfront properties. Regardless of the market condition at the time of purchase, the rules of making a smart  Real Estate deal will never change. Here are eight Real Estate strategies for buyers and sellers who want to make a Coronado housing move in '08.

8 strategies for savvy sellers

1. Understand what "market value" means. It's not what your friend sold his house for two years ago or even two months ago. It's not the value your latest tax assessment was based on or what an appraiser said the house was worth a year ago. It is exactly what someone is willing to pay for your house today. Hence, price realistically and broaden incentives, such as closing costs and throw-ins like appliances, flat-screen televisions, etc. There is an old saying: "There's nothing wrong with a home that the right price can't fix."

2. Don't be an as-is seller. That is, unless you absolutely have to be one. Potential homebuyers aren't looking for fixer-uppers in the current market unless they are rock-bottom, bargain-basement priced. Large volumes of foreclosed homes are already being sold in poor condition at auction.

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Reduce The Risk of Damage in a Vacant Coronado Home

You’re traveling on an extended holiday or away for business, maybe you’re Coronado home is  sitting vacant  as an investment or as a seasonal residence.  If this sounds like you than I know you’ve ran through the “What If” scenarios dozens of times.  So what really can happen while you’re away?  More importantly what can you do to prevent it?

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How to Save Money and Energy in Your Coronado Homes

Without a doubt and seemingly unceasingly, bills arrive at your Coronado homes every month.  Did you know that much of your Coronado homes energy bills consist of waste? Here are a few steps to saving money and reducing waste:

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Finding a Mortgage for Your Coronado Cays Homes

Getting a mortgage for your Coronado Cays homes is a time-consuming process, but, considering that it will usually be paid over 15 or 30 years, it is worth a great deal of effort to save money in the long run. It is important to have a good handle on your personal finances and credit situation before trying to obtain a mortgage for your Coronado Cays homes. Lenders will review this information carefully, so it's a good idea to make sure everything is in order beforehand.

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