Our pools are now open here at Summerset and the golfers are out earlier and hitting the balls later.  Water aerobics has started and more golf carts are on the streets. Our own Summerset Singers will be hosting a concert at the opening of Brentwood’s Civic Community Auditorium on June 24th at 2:30PM.  If you have a chance to catch a show of the Summerset Singers, don’t miss is as you will not be disappointed!

Housing Update:  Entry level homes are being snatched up QUICKLY! Most homes under $300K that are priced correctly are sold within days of being on the market.   Thus, inventory is low in this category, and when a home comes on the market, a buyer must BE READY TO MOVE QUICKLY. 

Currently, there are 19 homes for sale in Summerset.  (50% LESS than this time last year.)  Homes range from 994 – 2850 sq ft.   Most homes in Summerset are gently used and may need the updates of granite counters and stainless steel appliances that were not desired when these homes were originally built in 1994-2005.  Here is a link to current Summerset homes that are available.   The best value per square foot is the home on Maayan Place, priced at $163 sq ft at $389K.  Summerset in Brentwood (50 miles east of San Francisco) is comprised of 4 communities, each with their own pool/hot tub, bocce courts, tennis courts, pool tables, activity room and work out room. 

For more information, please email or call me at 925-852-1659, as I live in Summerset. 

Since last May, rents have gone up a minimum of $100/month.  The least expensive rental rate in Summerset is currently $1600/month.  Here is a link to current available rentals.  Renting in Summerset is a great way to “test the waters” and see if you want to live in a retirement community. 

Summerset is an “OVER 55″ community in Brentwood (50 miles east of San Francisco).  Summerset has just over 2000 previously owned homes located in four (4) communities, each having a pool, hot tub, work out area, bocce courts, and an activity director to plan events and assist residents.  The Brentwood Golf Course runs throuhout Summerset, providing a sea of green grass and adding to it’s tranquility.  (It is not part of Summerset, so dues for golf are NOT included in HOA dues.)  HOA dues at Summerset range from $84-$125/depending on the development.

If you would like more information on Summerset living, please call me at 925-852-1659.  Wishing you a wonderful May!

If you are over 55 and looking for an active-adult community, Summerset in Brentwood is a purchase option that should be considered. New listings come on the market weekly, and homes priced under $300K are in strong demand.  Summerset has 4 communities, each with a clubhouse, pool, hot tub, billiard tables, and many activities to keep as busy.  A monthly newsletter provides residents a list of activities going on at all four (4) locations  Some of the fun includes local day trips, gambling buses, international tours, bunko, pinochle, poker, tennis, weight control, line dancing, bocce, poker, ceramics and more.  The award-winning Summerset singers are also a fun group to join! 

Currently, there are 20 homes for sale; sizes from a 968 sq ft duet with a one-car garage to a 2600 sq ft golf course home with a three-car garage.  Most Summerset homes are gently used and need only minor touch-up prior to unloading your furniture.  To view all current Summerset homes for sale click here!  (Link is only good for 30 days)

Give me a call or email for more information, as I live in Summerset!

There were 69 homes SOLD in Summerset in 2011 and homes SOLD for 97% of List Price! The highest sale was $500K (list price of $536K) and the lowest price sale was $180K (list price of $179,900).  The average days on market (DOM) was 61 days and the average sales price in Summerset was $291,900! 

Comparing 2011 to 2010 Sales, the DOM went up 16 days, from 43 days in 2010.  The average sales price for 2011 went down $15,000! ($306K average of 2010)  This is only -5% vs. YAG!  The number of homes SOLD in Summerset for 2011 went down to 69 homes, vs. the 74 homes that sold in 2011.  This shows a market that is still desirable for those over 55, wanting to live near a large city and have medical facilities less than 10 minutes away!  The average price per square foot cost went down -6%.

Here is a link to homes SOLD in Summerset in 2011…..

Summerset (an over 55 community) is located in Brentwood (50 miles east of San Francisco) and made up of 4 communities and just over 2,000 homes that were built from 1994-2003.  Each community has its own recreation center, pool/hot tub, and work out area.  The Brentwood golf course runs throughout all four communities; it is a public course and no fees are paid by Summerset residents for its upkeep.  Once you are a resident of Summerset, you will receive a monthly activity calendar, and can attend activities at any of the four Summerset locations.

If you would like more information, please give me a call.  I live in Summerset!