• San Diego Neighborhood Guide: Bankers Hill

    San Diego Neighborhood Guide: Bankers Hill,Cole Novak

    Tucked between Little Italy, Mission Hills, Hillcrest, and Balboa Park, the upscale neighborhood of Bankers Hill (its name a nod to its affluent reputation) is home to historic architecture dating back to the 1800s, designed by industry legends such as Irving Gill. The walkable area also boasts a nu

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  • 25 Types Of Houses For Aspiring Homeowners

    25 Types Of Houses For Aspiring Homeowners,Stefan Gheorghe

    With so many types of houses, from cottages and townhomes to ranches and lofts there’s something for every style and need. A house is a structure, but a home is where you feel you belong.Explore these house types and see which one feels right for you.CondominiumApartmentCo-opTownhomeMulti-FamilyRanc

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  • Maintaining the Most Beautiful College Campus in America

    Maintaining the Most Beautiful College Campus in America,Cole Novak

    “I was born in the fields,” Isauro Perezchica says. “My parents grew maize, rice, and beans, and they had livestock: horses, cows, and donkeys. My brothers and I have dedicated our entire lives to gardening.”That devotion and expertise is a big reason why the University of San Diego has nabbed The P

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  • 5 Spring Cleaning Tips from an Expert on Decluttering

    5 Spring Cleaning Tips from an Expert on Decluttering,Claire Trageser

    It seemed like every Sunday, Chenais Siry’s husband would spend hours organizing the garage, yet it never actually got any cleaner.The Sirys had been living in their five-bedroom Rancho Santa Fe home for four years, and already the garage was filled with everything that comes with having three young

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  • Unhinged, A Dating Series: What’s Your Type?

    Unhinged, A Dating Series: What’s Your Type?,Nicolle Monico

    My journey through the dense forests of the dating app world has begun. I’ve prepared—built my shelter of appealing photos and activated a public profile, a smattering of digital pheromones sent out in the hopes of attracting rare specimens. I’m an explorer through a land of wild fauna. Recently, I

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  • Prebys Foundation buys Wells Fargo Plaza tower to uplift downtown San Diego

    Prebys Foundation buys Wells Fargo Plaza tower to uplift downtown San Diego,Jennifer Van Grove

    A San Diego-based private foundation with more than a billion dollars in assets is putting its financial weight behind buoying the most troubled sector of the downtown real estate market.On Friday, Prebys Foundation purchased the 24-story office building at 401 B St., better known as Wells Fargo Pla

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  • Yes, California, Wall Street gyrations are wilder than our home prices

    Yes, California, Wall Street gyrations are wilder than our home prices,Jonathan Lansner

    The recent wild ups and downs of stock prices may offer some comfort to those who prefer the somewhat more serene history of California home values.To see how the plot twists on Wall Street compare with swings in real estate, my trusty spreadsheet looked at histories of stocks (the Standard & Poor’s

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  • What’s more volatile: Stocks or California home prices?

    What’s more volatile: Stocks or California home prices?,Jonathan Lansner

    The recent wild ups and downs of stock prices may offer some comfort to those who prefer the somewhat more serene history of California home values.To see how the plot twists on Wall Street compare with swings in real estate, my trusty spreadsheet looked at histories of stocks (the Standard & Poor’s

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  • Oceanside considers new protections for residents in rentals

    Oceanside considers new protections for residents in rentals,Phil Diehl

    A proposal for “urgency ordinances” to protect people living in rentals passed on a 3-2 vote Wednesday after the Oceanside City Council reached a compromise on some of the provisions.One of the new ordinances could cap rent increases at a maximum of 5% annually, or up to 8% annually in the case of “

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  • Why stock market turmoil is bad for California home prices

    Why stock market turmoil is bad for California home prices,Jonathan Lansner

    California real estate fans should keep a keen eye on Wall Street’s wild gyrations.Share prices across the world have been pummeled in recent days by economic doubts raised by tough trade talk from the Trump administration. And while short-term stock volatility is not always tied to business fundame

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  • Fairgrounds 2050: State institution to craft new plan for 324 acres of land

    Fairgrounds 2050: State institution to craft new plan for 324 acres of land,Jennifer Van Grove

    Talked about at a high level for years, the future of the Del Mar Fairgrounds may actually come into focus over the next two years with the state institution that owns the land now laying the groundwork to complete a new master plan for its expansive real estate by 2027.Earlier this month, the 22nd

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  • 16 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend: April 9–13

    16 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend: April 9–13,Cole Novak

    As the home of more small farms than any other US county, San Diego hosts a plethora of produce-focused fests, but few get quite as wacky as the Fallbrook Avocado Festival. This Sunday, the North County tradition will return with a day full of contests, costumes, and unique goodies that celebrate th

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  • Downtown tower, Five50West, surrendered to lender

    Downtown tower, Five50West, surrendered to lender,Jennifer Van Grove

    The owner of the recently remodeled, 20-story office tower at 550 West C St. has surrendered the building to its lender, signaling that downtown San Diego’s depressed office market is still reeling from a pandemic-fueled shift in how companies operate.On Friday, asset management firm Barings took ba

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  • San Diego County property taxes are due in 2 days

    San Diego County property taxes are due in 2 days,Phillip Molnar

    San Diego County residents and businesses have two days to pay property taxes or face a fine.Treasurer-Tax Collector Dan McAllister said the property taxes, due Thursday at 11:59 p.m., are expected to generate $9.1 billion for the region. There’s about $2.35 billion outstanding, but it is common for

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  • 6 San Diego Staycation Hikes to Try

    6 San Diego Staycation Hikes to Try,Cole Novak

    Summer is approaching, but you’d be forgiven if you’re not eager to hop on an airplane and travel any time soon. Air fares are sky high and the economy is, well, not great. So maybe try this idea instead: do a staycation hiking trip in San Diego. There are so many great hikes and trails, and you can

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  • Modern Black Homes So Gorgeous You’ll Want One Too

    Modern Black Homes So Gorgeous You’ll Want One Too,Stefan Gheorghe

    Black modern house designs are becoming increasingly popular. They look chic and different, plus they make a huge design statement. However, when considering colors for the exterior of your house, it’s not likely that many people will suggest choosing black. For accent trim, sure, but for the whole

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  • Inside San Diego’s $10K Members-Only Wellness Club

    Inside San Diego’s $10K Members-Only Wellness Club,Cole Novak

    “The breath is the first to go,” a LIVV Cardiff staff member says, moments before I immerse myself in water that stands at a toasty 50 degrees Fahrenheit. “Your body enters a state of shock, and it kind of knocks the wind out of you. Expect that, and don’t worry. The first minute is the worst.”April

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  • 10 Outdoor Kitchen Appliances For Summer Entertaining

    10 Outdoor Kitchen Appliances For Summer Entertaining,Cole Novak

    It’s easy to bemoan it, but the sunshine tax is, well, kinda worth it. Outdoor living is a luxury we can claim year-round—so why not make it truly fabulous? We asked Michael Rounds, general manager of Solana Beach retailer Native Coast Appliance Gallery, to shout out cookers, coolers, heaters, and g

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  • More homes for sale and easing rates favor homebuyers this spring, but affordability hurdles remain

    More homes for sale and easing rates favor homebuyers this spring, but affordability hurdles remain,Associated Press

    By ALEX VEIGA, Associated PressLOS ANGELES (AP) — This spring homebuying season is shaping up to be more favorable for home shoppers than it’s been in recent years — as long as they can afford to buy.Home prices are rising more slowly. Mortgage rates remain elevated, but have been mostly easing and

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  • Eco-Friendly & Off-Grid: Trending Housing Alternatives

    Eco-Friendly & Off-Grid: Trending Housing Alternatives,Stefan Gheorghe

    More people are turning to alternative housing as sustainable living becomes a priority. With growing awareness of environmental impact, eco-friendly and off-grid homes are now both practical and stylish. Here are some of the most popular designs reshaping the way we live.Cob HousesCob is an ancient

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