FHA loans, VA loans…these are the mortgage tools that help hard working, well deserving families purchase the homes of their dreams. Many buyers think it isn’t possible to use one of these loans to buy an upscale home; fortunately, they are mistaken.

Well, that’s at least the case in Villas de Avila, a Pacific Coast Communities collection of Chula Vista new homes. Here, the sales office welcomes buyers with qualifying FHA or VA loans. And with their in-house sales consultants ready to help facilitate your purchase, buying in this community is easier than ever.

What is a home at Villas de Avila like? It’s like having 3 – 6 bedrooms, 2.5 - 3.5 baths, and 1,534 - 2,250 square feet of space all to yourself in the heart of San Diego County. It’s like living among colorful landscapes, in an architecturally inspired duplex home that features elegant columns, sheltered balconies and covered porches (don’t forget the  Mediterranean tile roof and private courtyards). It’s where the old world countryside meets the San Diego region.

You spotted the word “duplex,” didn’t you? Fortunately, these Chula Vista new homes look nothing like the duplexes that come to mind. Instead, Villas de Avila new home community is of upscale family homes, designed for discerning buyers like you. To see them for yourself, 1556 Corte Barcelona, Chula Vista, CA 91913 or call the sales office with your questions at (619) 565-2635.

Chula Vista has become both become a bonafide suburban paradise, with the rolling hills of North County San Diego as the backdrop and a portion of the coast as its crown jewel. For that reason, countless home buyers have flocked to Chula Vista new homes in search of their own little piece of heaven. Does that mean it’s too crowded there? Not at all, especially if you choose a new home community like Terraza by Sunrise Homes.

Inside Terraza, the homes offer your family enough flex space for all types of activities, entertainment rooms, and plenty of space in the bedrooms. These aren’t ordinary beach houses; instead, Terraza at Otay Ranch was built for families like yours, who love the coastal lifestyle but need a home that reflects a more practical lifestyle (that’s why they feature three to five bedrooms!). Speaking of space, the Phase I homes top out at approximately 2,508 to 2,833 square feet, and the Phase II homes range from 1,966 to 2,275 square feet.

If Terraza interests you, please contact Lynn (619) 591-7040 or e-mail levans@sunriseco.com – or, visit the models daily from 10 am to 5 pm. These Chula Vista new homes are going fast!

We’re excited to tell you about one new community, La Tierra at Miramonte, where the single story homes in Northern Nevada are crafted by premier local builders from Ryder Homes. Here at La Tierra, buyers can choose from a variety of plans, with lots of options to fit different lifestyles and budgets. With your choice of three or four bedrooms in these Reno new homes, there’s no need to worry about spaciousness.

For example: In Plan 1, the three bedrooms with 1,476 square feet make for an ideally cozy home. In Plan 2, there are 1,815 square feet of space, and a den for the whole family to spread out. In Plan 3, you’ll have a whopping 2,078 square feet of space and flex space – a popular option for today’s smartest home buyers.

All of this is available to you from the accessible high $100,000s. If you’ve wanted to call Sparks or Reno your home for some time, La Tierra at Miramonte – located “above it all” in the foothills of the Pah Rah mountain range – may very well be the community for you. Stop in to see these Reno new homes for yourself at 2797 Earthstone Dr., Sparks, NV 89436; or, contact La Tierra new homes sales team at (775) 626-7885 with your questions.

For those familiar with Otay Ranch, it should come as no surprise that the newest, most buzzworthy communities are of the highest quality possible in today’s home building industry. But be careful: As is the case with many large master planned communities, not all Otay Ranch homes are created equal. Fortunately, Santa Barbara new homes at Otay Ranch is among the most upscale of Otay Ranch neighborhoods. That can be attributed to the builder, Pacific Coast Communities, one of the most renowned new home builders in Southern California.

What makes these such outstanding homes? To start, they’re built in the style of the Central California coast, with open floor plans, high ceilings, and interesting architectural details that evoke a seaside feel. Next, it’s the gourmet kitchens with chef’s islands, pantries and breakfast nooks; it’s the spacious dining area that easily fits your entertaining needs; and it’s the choice of up to six bedrooms, to accommodate today’s unique family lifestyles.

Of course, you may have your own reasons to fall in love with these Chula Vista new homes. To explore them for yourself, visit Santa Barbara at Otay Ranch at 1717 Thompson Ave., Chula Vista, CA 91913; or, call (619) 482-0845 for questions and pricing information.

Are you looking for a home with no visible garage doors in front, only to be disappointed because homes of that nature are nowhere to be found? Prepare to be pleasantly surprised. At the community of Monet at Otay Ranch, garages are accessed by private rear lanes instead of through an unsightly front garage door. Nice!

But that’s not the only thing buyers love about Monet at Otay Ranch. These Chula Vista new homes are an amazing value; buyers get a quality home in an upscale neighborhood, with all the white picket fence extras they hope for. Fortunately, the good news doesn’t end there; Monet is still in the midst of its blow out sale, which has slashed prices on the final phase.

To give you an idea how easy it is to purchase at Monet now, consider this: Pre-sale prices started in the low $200,000s, a price that’s accessible to many of today’s buyers. With that in mind, you can imagine how much more affordable the final phase blow out prices are! To learn more about these outstanding Chula Vista new homes, visit Monet at Otay Ranch at 1424 Water Lily Drive, Chula Vista, CA 91913; or, call the sales office at (619) 421-6079 to speak with a Pacific Coast Communities representative.

Since summer is the time of year when homebuying really kicks into high gear, it’s important to act when you find a home you really like. Case in point: Santa Rita at Otay Ranch, where the release of Phase Two is still in its early stages. You would think that in today’s market, the second phase would hang around for awhile, giving potential buyers plenty of time to make a decision. Guess what? Santa Rita at Otay Ranch sold four homes during the Phase Two launch weekend! That’s not a common occurrence in the current market, and it means that buyers who are serious about purchasing in this community need to act quickly.

As a matter of fact, these Chula Vista new homes have sold more homes since the Phase Two launch weekend. This is the case throughout Otay Ranch, where Santa Rita is one of many communities that is currently breaking the mold of the homebuying slump. But what makes Santa Rita such a stand out community?  To start, it boasts outstanding designs that accommodate many different types of families. Next, the neighborhood conveys a pleasing atmosphere that residents can truly enjoy. Finally, Santa Rita at Otay Ranch is priced for the average high end buyer in San Diego County, with homes in the mid $400s range.

What are the homes like? Santa Rita at Otay Ranch features two story homes four or five bedrooms, with your choice of three residences ranging from 2,440 to 2,834 square feet. For more details on Phase Two of Santa Rita at Otay Ranch, visit the community at 1712 Thompson Ave., Chula Vista, CA 92913; or, call (619) 934-7950 with your questions.

The summer homebuying season is in full swing, so it comes as no surprise that the Chula Vista new homes of Casitas de Avila continue to sell like hotcakes just a month after the release of their Phase Two. Like its sister community of Santa Rita, these homes introduced a second phase due to popular demand – and boy, has it paid off!

Is it the clear European influence that draws buyers to these homes? How about the floorplans that cater to today’s multi-generational, co-habitating families (homes with up to seven bedrooms are available). We can’t say for sure what it is buyers love about these; but if you opt to check them out in person, you can decide for yourself what it is you love about Casitas de Avila new homes.

If nothing else, we know many buyers will love the price. These Chula Vista new homes start in the low $300,000s, including the Phase Two homes we mentioned. For homes of this caliber, that is a very competitive price. To learn more, call (619) 934-4618 or visit the community in person at 1536 Avenida Merida, Chula Vista, CA 91913. A friendly Heritage Building and Development representative will be glad to speak with you.

An “active lifestyle community” gives you the impression that the neighborhood is limited to a specific age group. Fortunately, there are active lifestyle communities designed for all ages – communities like Warmington's Northern Terrace in Providence. This community of Las Vegas new homes is a spectacular residential setting that offers an active lifestyle for all ages at an affordable price (from the low $100s, to be exact).

What does an active lifestyle mean here? It starts at the center of the community, which residents call The Club at Northern Terrace. This multi-million dollar recreational complex boasts 3 pools, a fitness center, multiple children's play areas, and indoor recreational activities as well. Then, the activity extends to the neighborhood, where traditional a neighborhood setting with tree-lined streets, lush landscaping, and excellent schools are all within walking distance.

Finally, residents can refresh themselves for another active day in a home from one of the three Northern Terrace in Providence’s new home collections, where you’ve already chosen from the12 single-level and two-story floorplans. Not ready to wind down just yet? The Las Vegas strip is just minutes away by car.

If this is the active lifestyle you’re looking for, contact Warmington Residences toll free at (877) 930-5599, locally at (702) 248-4883 – or better yet, stop in to 7664 Albright Peak Dr. Las Vegas, NV 89166.

It’s no secret that home prices are low; but by the same token, many buyers are approved for far lower amounts than they would have been previously. If you’re one of those buyers, you are likely to be interested in townhomes as a viable homebuying option. In Cedar Park, Texas townhomes for sale at Buttercup Creek Townhomes are exactly what many buyers like you are looking for. That’s because at Buttercup Creek, you can enjoy homeownership that’s practical for a variety of buyers, including:

- First timers
- Downsizers
- Small families
- Students

…All of whom are people who can appreciate and enjoy the freedom of a townhome lifestyle. With Buttercup Creek Townhomes, you get the homeownership experience without all the hassles of land maintenance.

But that’s not all you get; consider features like eat-in kitchens with breakfast bars, and a choice between a dine-in living area or a separate dining space that can easily be converted into a formal dining area. Consider extras like dark, polished wood cabinetry, and then consider that they come standard – not as upgrades! Finally, you may wish to note that at these Cedar Park, Texas townhomes for sale, buyers have their choice of two or three bedroom floorplans.

All of this is available to today’s buyers, at the price range of $113,000-$124,000. If Buttercup Creek Townhomes in Cedar Park sounds like what you’re looking for, contact the sales office for these Cedar Park townhomes at (512) 331-4836.

Do you love Mediterranean style? If so, check out the award winning community of Del Sur, where one of the newest and most talked-about neighborhoods, Valencia, offers you a Mediterranean vibe as part of you’re idyllic North County San Diego lifestyle.

Throughout the entire Del Sur community, the heritage of San Diego is apparent everywhere you look. For example: At Valencia, the open-air living room brings the outside in with lots of natural light. Entertaining, which is a prime San Diego pastime, is easy at Valencia, with spaces that flow from the kitchen to the outdoor Del Sur Room. For families where there are lots of people to love, Valencia at Del Sur offers 4, 5 and 6 bedroom floorplans. There’s even a downstairs bedroom, which could also function as a home office.

In all, the homes of Valencia at Del Sur feature 2,996-3,495 square feet of space, with up to 6 Bedrooms total. These are the perfect homes for chic buyers of San Diego new homes. That’s exactly what the builder, California West Communities, had in mind when they were designed.

To see Valencia at Del Sur for yourself, come to the community’s Ranch House at the Sunday through Friday noon to 4pm, or Saturday 10am to 4pm. Or, feel free to call the sales office at (858) 367-8720, Monday 1 pm to 5 pm, or Tuesday through Sunday 10 am to 5 pm.