The month of May is a busy time in the real estate industry. With more people starting to think about buying or selling a home, the market tends to become more active! We have been experiencing record attendance at our open houses and we are receiving multiple offers on our listings. Desirable homes have been selling quickly as the amount of homes for sales is still too low to keep up with buyer demand. If you are a home seller considering selling your home, now is the perfect time! Contact us to discuss your unique home buying or selling situation. Read on for local events in May, real estate news, and discover lifestyle home tips curated just for you.
~Layne & Rachel
Featured Sold Properties
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3412 Gage Place
Point Loma | Sold for $2,674,000
We recently listed 3412 Gage Place in the Wooded Area of Point Loma and received 9 offers! We negotiated an offer $379,000 Over List Price and sold this home for $2,674,000! Here is what we did to make our seller more money:
New paint, handyman repairs, landscape cleanup, window washing, professional cleaning, and stunning staging!
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1971 Venice Street
Ocean Beach | Sold for $2,120,000
We feel thankful that we were able to help our amazing friends sell their stunning California modern farmhouse. We received multiple offers and sold their home for $125,000 Over List Price! Our marketing strategy focused on highlighting the extensive remodel and homeowner upgrades that our sellers put so much effort into. We wanted potential buyers to appreciate the value in our seller’s custom home with high end chef’s kitchen and La Cantina style doors that open up the entire back of this dream home for views of downtown and the sparking pool! We were able to get our sellers top dollar and negotiate a generous rent back.
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4776-78 Del Monte
Ocean Beach | Sold for $1,825,000
Just Sold OFF MARKET! We are so happy to get our seller top dollar on his multi-unit property just blocks to the beach. This charming 2 unit property has peek ocean views from the 2nd unit, owned solar, 3 car garage, and is located in the heart of all that Ocean Beach has to offer!
Real Estate in the News
Ready to Remodel? Here Are The Home Projects That Will Get You The Best Return On Your Investment
Most people will end up doing some amount of repairs on a new home. About 95% of homeowners said they plan to take on a major home improvement project in the next five years.
Courtesy of CNBC
Local Events
may 5th
Cinco De Mayo
Celebrate Cinco De Mayo in style in San Diego with cultural festivals, folklorico dancing, authentic food, live mariachi music, and more. Click the button for a list of events.
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may 6th, 8am
Annual Walk for Animals
Join the San Diego Humane Society in the walk for animals at NTC Park in Liberty Station, Point Loma to help provide San Diego animals with lifesaving medical care, adoption, and rescue.
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may 14th
Mother's Day
Celebrate Mom with unique San Diego dining, crafts, and experiences.
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Lifestyle Tips and Tricks
Backyards Are The Must Have Home Feature for 2023
A new report lists the backyard as a must have feature of home buyers.
Courtesy of Better Homes & Gardens
25 Top Interior Design Trends for 2023
If you've been searching for the right opportunity to add more style and comfort to your space, you'll appreciate this list.
Courtesy of Good Housekeeping
Layne & Rachel Harrison

REALTOR®
Compass
619.861.5263
LayneandRachel.com
DRE# 01301301 | 01862028
layne.harrison@compass.com
rachel.harrison@compass.com
Compass is a real estate broker licensed by the State of California operating under multiple entities. License Numbers 01991628, 1527235, 1527365, 1356742, 1443761, 1997075, 1935359, 1961027, 1842987, 1869607, 1866771, 1527205, 1079009, 1272467. All material is intended for informational purposes only and is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to the accuracy of any description or measurements (including square footage). This is not intended to solicit property already listed. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions.