Bluwater Crossing

Those looking for luxury in San Diego County will find a wide range of offerings – and prices

In San Diego County, sun, sea and sand will cost you anywhere from the high hundred- thousands to $76 million, depending on the slice of coastline you desire to call home sweet home.

An imaginary Mason-Dixon line divides California’s southernmost county, separating lower- priced, northern towns such as Carlsbad and Oceanside from higher-end areas closer to downtown San Diego, such as La Jolla and Del Mar. Robert Henderson of RE/MAX Associates of San Diego notes that a buyer can expect to pay between $3.5 million and $4 million for an oceanfront single-family home in North County, “but everything south of Oceanside is way higher,” he says.

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Seems like San Diego’s Urban Jungle is getting wilder, even in this slowing housing market. And, if you’re looking to buy, there are numerous urban housing options around the county and even into Baja California. bizSanDiego has compiled some of the new and upcoming urban projects. Welcome to the jungle.

Carlsbad
Bluwater Crossing

Just steps from the beach in the vibrant coastal city of Carlsbad, you’ll find Bluwater Crossing. Its live/work spaces are artfully designed for professionals demanding the very best. Just imagine stepping out of that afternoon meeting and onto the sand. In addition to its coastal-inspired, contemporary architecture, Bluwater has transit-oriented convenience and endless choices in recreation. Every residence offers a balanced lifestyle for those who want it all.

Type: Mixed-use
Stories: 3
Size: 1,371-2,743 sq. ft.
Developer: Trammel Crow Residential
Price: $ TBD
Move in: Spring 2008
Contact: (714) 966-9355
Web: www.bluwatercrossing.com

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Trammel Crow Residential held a groundbreaking ceremony for its first transit-oriented development in Carlsbad on Sept. 27. The developers of Bluwater Crossing said the mixed-use, live-work community is a good fit for Carlsbad.

“This is our first deal with Carlsbad,” said Kevin Andrade, senior managing director of Trammel Crow, during the event. ” …and hopefully not the last.”

Owners can walk to the beach to catch a few waves at 6 a.m., conduct a business meeting in their office at 9 a.m., and hop on the Coaster to make a 12 p.m. meeting downtown – all without having to get into their cars, according to Brad Perozzi, managing director of Costa Mesa-based Trammel Crow Residential.

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CARLSBAD — Developers broke ground Thursday for an innovative, mass-transit- oriented housing project.

The project, which has faced a few hurdles over the last several years and lost its original developer, has now moved into the construction phase, said representatives for developer Trammell Crow Residential of Costa Mesa.

“Most of you have done (these groundbreaking events) before, but in this case it’s a unique event,” managing director Brad Perozzi told a crowd of some 30 dignitaries and building industry representatives.

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When the Smith family discovered San Elijo Hills in San Marcos, it wasn’t long before they determined that it was the right place for them. “We fell in love with the whole idea that it was somewhat self-contained,” says Karen Smith. “It seemed like the kind of place where you get to know your neighbors.”

And since moving there in 2001, they have done just that. “We moved here not knowing anyone,” she says. “And we know hundreds and hundreds of people now.”

A 1920-acre development in the city of San Marcos, San Elijo Hills is set up so that its residents don’t need to go far. A grocery store, restaurants and a 19-acre park are all within the area’s boundaries. Hale Richardson, director of marketing for San Elijo Hills, says people who buy in the area appreciate that the community has a small-town feel.

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