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What’s going on in San Diego? We provide an extensive East County and San Diego County  area home search that caters to the homebuyer and more importantly raises awareness of the East County and San Diego lifestyle. We invite you to browse thousands of San Diego Homes with complete descriptions and Picture slide shows. If you have any questions or need addtional information on any home, please feel free to call or email our team. We have also provided detailed information on popular local Restaurants, Schools, San Diego Night life/events and much more to give you a feel for America’s finest city and the luxury lifestyle San Diego has to offer.

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The Giant Dipper Roller Coaster has been a main attraction at Belmont Park since 1925. It took a team of approximately 150 workers less than two months to build it. The 2,600 foot coaster survived several fires, over the years and gradually became somewhat of an eyesore. Consequently, the “Save The Coaster Committee” was formed. Due to their efforts the completely restored Giant Dipper re-opened, in August 1990. For families and amusement park enthusists, visiting the Mission Beach area, a day at the Belmont Park is a must.

Other notable rides and attractions include: Liberty Carousel, the Wave House , Plunge Pool (the largest pool in San Diego, which also opened in 1925), the Arcade, Glow in the Dark Miniature Golf, twilt-a-whirl, bumper boats, Mirror Maze, Lazer Maze and a rock climbing wall and rope adventure course.

Hungry visitors will certainly appreciate the on-site restaurants, which offer a variety of delicious options. Wave House Bar & Grill features the perfect Mission Beach atmosphere, complete with tiki bars, palm trees and fire pits. Sound Wave provides an organic menu and musical entertainment that is state-of-the-art.

The North Shore Cafe is known for serving the “best breakfast on Mission Beach.” Breakfast is served all day. The Patio Grill serves up giant subs, pizza, fresh salads, juicy burgers, ice cold drinks and more. Don’t miss The Sweet Shoppe and Beach Treats where dessert is always the speciality of the house.

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Popular vendors include: Beach & Resort Wear, Henna Heaven (henna tattoos, body jewelry, souvenirs and beachwear), Wings (shoes, swimwear, clothing and beach accessories) and Belmont Outdoor Kiosks (novelties, t-shirts, jewelry and beach toys).

Admission to Belmont Park is free, There is no parking fee. As a rule, the rides are open from mid-June to mid- August, but close on major holidays such as the Forth of July. Remember, there’s never a bad time to visit Mission Beach!

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Which beach is for you? Follow me as I break down the different beaches that make San Diego thrive as a County and allow me to maintain my lifegaurd tan all summer long.

Pacific Beach caters to the younger crowd in San Diego. This beach community is known for its bars and nightlife, especially around Garnet Avenue. It has a famous boardwalk with restaurants and shops, in addition to Crystal Pier, which features both a pier and a hotel. In recent years it has attracted older, more affluent residents. Homes in this area are full of value with property types ranging from 700 square feet bungalows to multimillion dollar mansions.

Ocean Beach is community that features a mix of the old and the young. Everyone from college kids to families to retired baby boomers can be found in this area. The atmosphere is laid-back in general, but on the weekends the community boasts a lively bar scene. In this community you can find plentiful antique shops, tattoo parlors, restaurants, surf shops, and coffee houses. It caters to surfing enthusiasts. Unlike many of San Diego’s other beach communities like La Jolla and Pacific Beach, Ocean Beach has few chain stores. There is a great deal of community involvement in Ocean Beach, as well, which has led to the preservation of many independent and family-owned businesses. There is also a beach reserved exclusively for dogs. The homes here are not as expensive as they are in the surrounding beachfront areas. Instead of mansions, there are plenty of smaller properties, cottages and bungalows.

La Jolla is a wealthy beach community that borders Pacific Beach. It is famous for its upscale properties, shopping and dining, including jewelry stores and boutiques, and natural beauty. George’s at the Cove, specializing in California cuisine, is one of the area’s most renowned restaurants. Some of the landmarks include Torrey Pines Golf Course, which has hosted several championship golf tournaments, Mt. Soledad Memorial, and the Museum of Contemporary Art. Shell Beach is a good place to see tide pools. Snorkeling is also a popular activity here, especially in La Jolla Coves. Real estate in this area is exclusive and consists of many oceanfront million-dollar mansions.

Windansea Beach is a quieter beach than Pacific Beach and La Jolla, though it is popular with surfers. San Diego secrete surf stach of waves. The Windansea Surf Club enjoys some local notoriety. It is a good beach for families to come to and enjoy the scenery and the serenity, in addition to being an ideal place for picnicking.

Del Mar Beach has a bit of a rural feel compared to other beach communities despite being so close to the thriving city of San Diego, though it is still a popular place for recreation. It is famous for its racetrack, and attracts not only people fond of the beach but racing enthusiasts as well. The annual Del Mar fair is a popular attraction as well, helping to bring more people to this community. Del Mar real estate is made up of high priced, architecturally significant homes.

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Browse through all El Cajon homes for sale including foreclosures. Many El Cajon homes for sale are available and priced perfect for East County investors. This region offers abundance of El Cajon foreclosures for sale.

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Moving to East County San Diego may be the best decision you ever make. With beautiful weather, property values set to rise and wonderful people to spend time with you will never be at a loss for activities. Additionally, did you know that San Diego Schools are some of the highest ranked in the nation? On top of this, east county schools have proved to be the crème de la crème of education. With some of the best San Diego schools located in east county, it is a no-brainer that it is one of the fastest growing regions in America!

Of the east county schools, there are a few in particular that are on the rise. The Grossmont Union High School District, including the El Cajon schools contain some of the top east county schools of san Diego. In the Grossmont Union High School District you will find plenty of affordable housing, beautiful properties and safe areas to raise a family. Not only that but the Grossmont Union High School District contains some of the best San Diego schools available! Some of the top ranked schools, such as Julian Charter and others, are located in the east county schools district.

If athletics is what you are looking for, East County sports are some of the highest ranked in the nation! With El Cajon schools such as Granite Hills High leading the way in East County sports it is no wonder that so many people want to move into such a lovely area. In fact, a school in the GUHSD was honored by being a top contender of East County sports last year.
Moving to San Diego can be a tough choice, but rest assured that the best San Diego schools reside with El Cajon schools. Many parents, concerned with the quality of education of San Diego schools may look into private options for their child’s education, but with East County schools housing some of the nations best and brightest students, one need not be concerned. Currently some of the top East County schools include Valhalla High School, El Cajon Valley High School and Granite Hills High School. In terms of elementary to middle school education for San Diego schools, the East County again houses some of the best san diego schools. These El Cajon schools include Cajon Valley Union Elementary School, Greenfield Middle School and others. In terms of younger eduction, top east county schools include Hillsdale Middle School, Our Lady of Grace Elementary School and others. These san diego schools again and again make nationwide lists for delivering a superior education.

Whether it be East County sports, or you’re just looking to provide your child with an education from the top East County schools, a move to East County San Diego would be one that would be both beneficial for you and your child.

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To all investors, home flippers and remodelers this is big news!

In the Real Estate biz, one tends to pick up several tricks to the trade. I’m sure everyone agrees making money on property is a priority.  Most homes for sale in San Diego today seem to be foreclosures and short sales. The deals are tremendous although the “steals” are usually trashed and in need of rehab.  So how is this an advantage? Habitat for Humanity ReStore is the answer! If you have ”the vision” this place will be your second home during your next remodel. If you haven’t heard of Habitat for Hummanity ReStore Shop, look it up now.  This place is 15,000 square feet of donated and exchanged second hand building goods of all types. The ReStore shop is basically a Building Material Thrift Store. Because everything in the ReStore has been donated by local contractors, manufacturers and individuals, they are able to sell the materials for up to 75% under retail. That’s huge savings! A client of mine remodeled her entire kitchen for under $1,500 bucks including Granite Counters. For all you creative minds, save money and make money with the ReStore where you’ll find items like doors, lighting, plumbing, tile, windows and appliances. View items sold at the Restore here. If saving money isn’t enough, the proceeds from the ReStore Shop fund the Habitat for Humanity Non Profit Organization that believes every man, woman and child should have a decent, safe and affordable place to live. Cool way to help eliminate poverty. I almost forgot shopping for building materials at the ReStore is also a great way of going GREEN!

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If you are looking for fun inexpensive entertainment in East County, no where else then the Santee Drive-In can you watch 2 movies for $8. The Santee Drive-In is located at 10990 Woodside Ave, Santee, CA 92071.  The drive -in has a nostalgic feel, since it has been around since the 1950′s and is the highest grossing Drive-In in the country. It is a staple of American and San Diego history.

1. It’s $4 bucks for kids 5-12
2. Under 5 is free
3. You can bring your own food
4. There is now an ATM so if you forget to bring cash with you
5. It’s open 365 days a year, including all holidays…yes, even Christmas
6. It updates it’s new films at least every Friday
7. If your battery dies, or you lock your keys in your car, they can help you get out of there quickly and safely
8. You can relax with a beer and a smoke
9. there is a snack bar with popcorn, hot dogs, nachos, drinks, candy — the usual movie fare

But oh…don’t forget it can be a very romantic setting.  Giant screen…stars…pillows and blankets in the back of the car cuddling with your loved one… Just don’t get kicked out of the ride like John Travolta in Grease!

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Looking to sell your home or make an investment in San Diego? Now is the time while San Diego  is one of the first metropolitan cities in the nation to show increased home prices  within the first quarter. The Standard and Poor’s/Case-Shiller Home Price Index for San Diego rose .6 percent between January and February, and researchers said all of the other 19 metropolitan areas tracked by the index declined during the same period. 

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Buying property or putting your home on the market NOW is a great move, since the local and state government are providing a total of $18,000 in tax credits for 1st time home buyers.  The 1st time home buyer tax credits and the the demand for homes on the rise,  will result in home values increasing. Finally, home owners can sell their homes earning the financial worth it deserves. 

Home Prices on the Rise are beneficial to: 

• the homebuyer
• the home seller
• the investor
• the ECONOMY!

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