Lamorinda Real Estate

Lamorinda Schools Shine Yet Again!!!

Orinda Real Estate, Moraga Real Estate, Lafayette Real Estate, collectively known as Lamorinda Real Estate continues to benefit from the hard work of all of the teachers, administrators, parent volunteers, and the students themselves.

The latest API scores are out and the Acalanes Union High School District ranks very high in the state again. Last year, the district was 1st in the state and this year they are second by 1 point behind the Los Gatos-Saratoga Joint High School District. Take a look at the chart below for the individual school scores.

	2011API	2010API	Growth
Acalanes Union High SD	903	897	6
Acalanes High School	910	897	13
Campolindo High School	923	919	4
LasLomas High School	868	862	6
Miramonte High School	923	929	-6
Lafayette School District	922	922	0
Burton Valley Elementary	926	928	-2
Happy Valley Elementary	965	962	3
Lafayette Elementary	939	940	-1
Springhill Elementary	921	917	4
Stanley Middle School	907	909	-2
Moraga School District	955	945	10
Camino Pablo Elementary	966	961	5
Rheem Elementary	976	971	5
Los Perales Elementary	961	953	8
J.M. Intermediate	941	934	7
Orinda Union SD	957	954	3
Del Rey Elementary	968	969	-1
Glorietta Elementary	961	966	-5
Sleepy Hollow Elementary	977	975	2
Wagner Ranch Elementary	959	965	-6
Orinda Intermediate	946	938	8

Follow Up To Lamorinda Real Estate Tour Day Photo Of The Week

What a difference a week makes!! Take a look at the picture from the previous post just 1 week ago.

If you are looking to buy or sell Real Estate in Orinda, or any of the surrounding communities, take a look at the MLS yourself by going to www.orindahomesearch.com

 

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Lamorinda Real Estate Tour Day Photo Of The Week

While touring Orinda Real Estate, this wall of color caught my eye. It's a beautiful time of year in Lamorinda. Taken 12/7/2010 just off of Moraga Way in Orinda.

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Orinda Schools Shine Yet Again! - Del Rey and Sleepy Hollow Elementary Schools recognized by California Department of Education as 2010 California Distinguished Schools

Once again, the Orinda Schools are recognized at the state level for their excellence! Below is the email sent by the Superintendent, Dr. Joe Jaconette.

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jack O'Connell announced Monday, April 19, 2010 that Del Rey and Sleepy Hollow Elementary Schools have been recognized as 2010 California Distinguished Schools. Glorietta and Wagner Ranch Elementary Schools received the recognition in 2008.
 
The California School Recognition Program is now in its 24th year and honors the state's most exemplary and inspiring public schools with the California Distinguished School Award.
 
Schools earning the Distinguished School title agree to share their signature practices with other schools and serve as a mentor to other educators.
 
Schools were identified for eligibility on the basis of their Academic Performance Index and Adequate Yearly Progress results, which are the state and federal accountability models, respectively.  The applicants were also identified by their success in narrowing the achievement gap that exists between higher-performing and lower-performing students. All applicants underwent a stringent selection process conducted by the California Department of Education with the help of many educators from across the state.  Each applicant was required to describe two signature practices that have led to an increase in student achievement. Selected applicants then underwent a thorough site visit to validate their signature practices.
 
Please join me in congratulating Del Rey and Sleepy Hollow Elementary Schools for this highly sought after award.  Both schools will be honored this June during a ceremony at the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim.
 
 
Dr. Joe Jaconette
Superintendent

Congratulations Orinda Schools!

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Pause to Celebrate - Acalanes Union High Schools

Let's celebrate our schools!

This message was sent this afternoon by the Acalanes Union High School District (AUHSD) Superintendent, John Stockton...

(AUHSD includes Acalanes, Campolindo, Del Oro, Las Lomas, and Miramonte)

Life seems all too often to move at a frantic pace.  Spring Break brings with it a chance to reflect upon the many positives in our schools.  While there are constant struggles taking place in education today, the students of the Acalanes Union High School District are focused on success and are a source of pride for our area.

Much of what is special about our students and community was on display last Sunday afternoon in downtown Lafayette.  Performing arts groups showed their skills, visual art was proudly displayed, public speaking students demonstrated the highest level of oratory, and student leaders exhibited their deep commitment to their schools and communities.  While many students spoke of the fear of massive cutbacks, they also expressed confidence in the collective wisdom of the community at large.

Many extraordinary accomplishments have occurred throughout the district recently. The County Academic Decathlon was dominated by AUHSD schools, with Acalanes High School winning the event. Miramonte High School soared to victory in the County Mock Trial competition, while most of the strong competitors were AUHSD schools. Seventeen Las Lomas High School students were selected to the Contra Costa Honor Band (20% of the total band). Thirteen Campolindo High School students were recently named National Merit Scholarship Finalists, while 41 students (school record) attained Commended Scholar status. Many, many seniors received acceptance notices from the colleges and universities of their choice.

AUHSD students reach such heights due to the educational climate provided through numerous sources. Strong parental support of students aligned with the extra volunteer efforts necessary to have great schools Civic organizations, community leaders, and business groups that understand the financial value strong school systems bring to a community Students and staff striving together for continuous academic progress Knowledgeable district fiscal leadership which recently led to high bond ratings by Moody's and Standard & Poor's, the amazing one hour sell-out of AUHSD construction bonds, and the resulting development of quality student facilities

Spring Break brings with it the opportunity for physical, mental, and spiritual refreshment.  Please take time next week to celebrate the youth and support structure of our educational community.  There really is something special about the students, staff, families, and supportive organizations of this district.  This combination helps make Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda, and Walnut Creek destination communities.

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4 Bedroom Homes For Sale In Orinda

 

 4 bedroom homes for sale in Orinda are  typically a hot commodity. As in most  communities, the 4 bedroom home in  Orinda is the most sought after model.  Since January 1st, 2009, 87 4 bedroom  homes have sold in Orinda. The average  price for these sales is $1,175,000 and  the median is $1,085,000. The average  number of days on the market was 53. 15  of those sales have taken place this year.  For those 15, the average price is  $1,063,267 and the median is  $1,160,000, with the average days on the  market number at 76.

 As of this writing, 3/29/2010, there are  15 pending sales in the 4 bedroom homes  for sale in Orinda category. 3 of the  pending sales are pending subject to  lender approval. In other words, they are  short-sales, or selling for less than what the owner owes the bank.

Neighborhoods represented in the 4 bedroom homes for sale in Orinda include Castle Gate, Charles Hill, Country Club, Del Rey, El Toyonal, Glorietta, Ivy Drive, Lost Valley, Miner Road, Claremont, Orinda Oaks, Orinda Woods, and Sleepy Hollow.

The Glorietta neighborhood weighs in with the most activity for all actives, pendings, and solds since January 1 of 2009 with 16.

I’ve created the following searches for home-buyers who would like to search current 4 bedroom homes for sale in Orinda in specific price ranges;

4+ bedroom homes for sale in Orinda for under $1m

4+ bedroom homes for sale in Orinda  $1m - $1.5m

4+ bedroom homes for sale in Orinda  $1.5m - $2.5m

4+ bedroom homes for sale in Orinda  $2.5m and Up

Market Snapshot

It’s that time of year when inventory is growing each week. If you are serious about buying in Orinda and want the best deal possible, of course who doesn’t, contact me and find out what it takes to successfully invest in this competitive market. More 4 bedroom homes for sale in Orinda are coming on the market each week, and the good ones go fast!

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Orinda - Lake Cascade

(Excerpt from Orinda Country Club Website)  

E.I. deLaveaga decided to develop a residential community where the mild climate and outdoor beauty would be an asset for sales. Sufficient water was a large concern, so the construction of Lake Cascade was the first accomplishment in 1921. A filter plant was built on the eastern side, and as each lot sold in the Haciendas del Orinda subdivision, the new owner received a share in the People’s Water Company.

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Cal Shakes - Shakespeare - Orinda Real Estate

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Orinda is fortunate to be the home of one of the best Shakespeare theaters in the country. This year’s lineup includes “Macbeth” and “Much Ado About Nothing” by Shakespeare, “Mrs. Warren’s Profession” by George Bernard Shaw, and John Steinbeck’s “The Pastures of Heaven” Adapted by Octavio Solis. Opening night is June 5th with “Pastures”. You can view the

Series Schedule and plan your special open-air theater experience on their Website. You can also purchase a series pass and learn about special Pricing. Cal Shakes provides a number of options to stay in touch. You can follow their Blog, or on Facebook, or on Twitter.

Click here for more Orinda Community Links.

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Orinda Blossoms and Green Hills

Spring has sprung in Orinda! Another beautiful day. The inventory of homes is springing as well. 62 houses currently on the market.

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Lamorinda Real Estate (Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda) Sales - January

The Lamorinda real estate market was down in January, with 21 closed single family home sales for the month, 15 units less than in December.

The median sales price for Lamorinda was up, however, coming in at $960,000 in January as compared to $844,500 in December.

The median price per sq. ft. dropped to $421 for January, down slightly from $424 in December.

The average days on market for closed sales dropped to 65 in January, down from 88 in December.

On average, homes sold for 93% of asking price in January.

The higher price ranges remained steady in January, with 5 closed sales (approx 20%) over $1.25 million dollars, the same as December. The difference in volume was in the under $1 million range, with 25 homes selling December, and only 11 in January.

 Lafayette and Orinda saw the most activity in January.

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