Camarillo Life & Real Estate

Reverse 911 in Camarillo

In order to understand the significance of this new 911 system, it is important to understand the idea behind Reverse 911.

What Is Reverse 911?
Reverse 911 is a telephone-based communication system which may be used in case of an emergency to notify the residences and business owners in a community. The system contains both listed and unlisted phone numbers. If your phone is busy during the emergency calls, the system will continue calling until it gets a free signal. In case an answering system picks up the phone, the system will leave a message about the related emergency. (source: Reverse 911)

"REVERSE 911® is a communications solution that uses a patented combination of database and GIS mapping technologies to deliver outbound notifications."

Reverse 911 are used all over the country, in schools, crime solving (Amber Alerts), and businesses to keep the lines of communication open.

In Camarillo the Reverse 911 system is operated by the Ventura County Sheriff's Office of Emergency Services (OES).

According to OES many listed and unlisted land lines of At&t and Verizon customers in the city of Camarillo are already entered into the Reverse 911 program. However, if you wish for your Cell Phone number to be added to the Reverse 911, you would need to contact the OES at: (805) 648-9283 OR visit www.CountyOfVentura.org and click on the Reverse 911 logo.

Camarillo Heights Real Estate Market Trend

The area outlined in the map below is known as Camarillo Heights by the citizens of Camarillo and the Ventura County Data Share.

There are 75 developments in Camarillo Heights and a few more under construction.

Below is a detailed real estate market report for Camarillo Heights for the month of August, 2008.

Note: The SOLD PRICE in the reports below does not reflect the sold price of the homes listed. The report below shows the homes that are currently listed in Camarillo Heights and the houses that have sold in the month of August.

Camarillo Heights Single Family Homes: From 08/1/2008-08/31/2008 

From the 9 homes listed for sale in August in Camarillo Heights:
2 homes are short sales
0 homes are bank owned/REO homes

From the 3 homes pending sale in August in Camarillo Heights:
0 homes are short sales
1 home is a bank owned/REO home

From the 5 homes sold in August in Camarillo Heights:
1 home was a short sale
0 homes were bank owned/REO homes

Camarillo Heights Condos/Townhomes: From 08/1/2008-08/31/2008

Source: Ventura County MLS

 You may also want to read:

Camarillo Heights Real Estate Market Report for July 2008

Santa Rosa Real Estate Market Trend, August 2008

For years, the Santa Rosa Valley has been a desired area of Ventura County to reside in. The serene and beautiful communities away from the hustle and bustle of the big cities make Santa Rosa a great place to call home in any market.  

Below is a detailed real estate market report for Santa Rosa valley for the month of August, 2008.

Note: The SOLD PRICE in the reports below does not reflect the sold price of the homes listed. The report below shows the homes that are currently listed in Santa Rosa Valley and the houses that have sold in the month of August.

From the 10 homes listed for sale in August in Santa Rosa Valley:
1 home is a short sale
0 homes are bank owned/REO homes

From the 2 homes pending sale in August in Santa Rosa Valley:
0 homes are short sales
2 homes are bank owned/REO homes

From the 6 homes sold in August in Santa Rosa Valley:
0 home was a short sale
1 home was a bank owned/REO home

 Source: Ventura County MLS

Central Camarillo Real Estate Market Trend

The area outlined in the map below is defined as Central Camarillo by the Ventura County Regional Data Share.

There are 128 developments registered for Central Camarillo, with Pleasant Valley 1 & 2 in Old Town Camarillo being the oldest development and Meadowbrook apartments the newest community.

Below is a detailed real estate market report for Central Camarillo for the month of August, 2008.

Note: The SOLD PRICE in the reports below does not reflect the sold price of the homes listed. The report below shows the homes that are currently listed in Central Camarillo and the houses that have sold in the month of August.

Central Camarillo Single Family Homes: From 08/1/2008-08/31/2008 

From the 16 homes listed for sale in August in Central Camarillo:
4 homes are short sales
6 homes are bank owned/REO homes

From the 19 homes pending sale in August in Central Camarillo:
3 homes are short sales
10 homes are bank owned/REO homes

From the 19 homes sold in August in Central Camarillo:
3 homes were short sales
6 homes were bank owned/REO homes

Central Camarillo Condos/Townhomes: From 08/1/2008-08/31/2008 

From the 6 Condos listed for sale in August in Central Camarillo:
2 Condos are short sales
1 Cond0 is bank owned/REO

From the 3 Condos pending sale in August in Central Camarillo:
2 Condos are short sales
0 Condo is bank owned/REO

From the 3 Condos sold in August in Central Camarillo:
0 Condos were short sales
1  Condo was bank owned/REO

Source: Ventura County MLS 

Camarillo Art & Jazz Festival

On Saturday September 13, 2008 the Camarillo Art & Jazz Festival will take place in Old Town Camarillo, Dizdar Park, and the Camarillo Farmer's Market Area. The all day event is FREE and will feature a variety of musical jazz performers plus local artists' art works.

Jazz enthusiasts can expect to hear swing, Latin, and smooth jazz style music performed on the stages set at: Dizdar Park Stage, Palm Street Stage, and Fir Street Stage. 

The only portion of the event that requires Advance Ticket Purchase is the Evening Under the Stars Concert and Art Display. This event will be held at 2222 E. Ventura Boulevard, at the Pleasant Valley School grounds. Dave Koz & Friends will be performing at 8:15 in this area of Old Town Camarillo.

Schedule for FREE events:

• 8:00 AM: Camarillo's Farmer's Market

• 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM: VIP Tent

• 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Old Town

As I sat through the 2008-2009 Monte Vista Middle School orientation this summer with two hundred-something other parents, some of us realized that the reality we have been dreading all summer long was finally here. Our elementary school children are about to enter a much larger school and carry the label "preteen" no matter how hard we try to keep them close to the nest.

For years I have listened to parents talk about their unruly, defiant, out-of-control teenagers and preteens. The troubling and heartbreaking stories are the ones when the children are involved in drugs and alcohol abuse. I have watched families break up, and younger siblings suffer. No parent dreams such a life for their child.    

Through the Monte Vista Middle School's orientation I became familiar with Camarillo Parent Project, a ten week FREE workshop to help parents with children who demonstrate destructive behavior. Parent Project is an award winning program that offers parents the necessary tools to help identify and stop such negative conduct before it begins.

 
The Camarillo Parent Project workshop course content:

1) How to love your children when you have a hard time liking them.

2) Why traditional parenting interventions fail.

3) What interventions work and why.

4) How to NEVER argue with your child again.

5) How to get increased compliance with poor house rules.

6) What to do about drugs, sex, gangs, poor grades, running away, and violence.

7)  How to use other parents support.    (Source: Parent Project Flyer)

 

Schedule of classes: September 3-November 5, 2008
When: Wednesday nights from 6:00pm-9:00pm
Location: Camarillo Police Station. 3701 Las Posas Road.
For more information please call Senior Deputy Julie Novak: (805)388-5131 OR Julie.novak@ventura.org  

My dearest friend Sally Cheeseman tagged me for the latest MeMe that's going around the Rain.

Well after putting this task off for a few days, I could not keep Sally waiting any longer. So with no further ado here is my latest MeMe:

•1.      I am- a mother, a wife, a friend, and a realtor.

•2.      I think- too much

•3.      I can- connect easily with most people.

•4.      I want- to travel the world.

•5.      I have- many great friends and a wonderful family.

•6.      I wish- people could understand each other better.

•7.      I hate- my Migraine headaches. 

•8.      I miss- those who have gone before us.

•9.      I fear- ignorance.  

•10.  I feel- love all around me.

•11.  I hear- the waterfall in my backyard.

•12.  I smell- coffee.

•13.  I search- for the good in people.

•14.  I regret- not showing my emotions when I should.

•15.  I love- the world.

•16.  I care- for all the children.

•17.  I always- dream of flying.

•18.  I believe- people should express themselves more often.

•19.  I dance- whenever I hear a rhythm worth dancing to.

•20.  I sing- to embarrass my family (I don't sing).

•21.  I don't always- workout. 

•22.  I write-on my blogs, not as often as I would like to. 

•23.  I win-when I set my mind on something.

•24.  I lose-pens and my socks when I wash them.   

•25.  I never- say never, and if I do, I correct myself right away.

•26.  I listen- to my instinct, it is usually right.

•27.  I can usually be found- attached to my laptop.

•28.  I'm scared of- losing a child before I die. I am supposed to die first.

•29.  I read- everyday, books and online materials.

•30.  I forget- birthdays.

•31.  I just- want everyone to be happy.

•32.  I am happy about- where I am in my life.

Now in return I tag Susie Roscoe, Lynda Eisenmann, and Irina Netchaev. 

Home Improvment Stores in Camarillo

So you just bought a home in Camarillo, congratulations and may you build many happy memories in your new HOME.

Being a home owner has its sweet and bitter moments. Nonetheless it is true what they say: there is no place like home, and you would probably do almost anything to protect and restore your home.

As you are in the process of becoming a home owner you may hear from other home owners that for the next few months home repair stores are going to be your second home! You may even receive a few gift cards as a house warming gift from these types of stores.

In Camarillo there are a few home improvement stores available for most of your home projects:

B & B Do it Center

Located at 698 Mobile Ave. and open 7 days a week: Monday-Friday 6:30am-9:00pm Saturday 7:00am-9:00pm Sunday 7:30am-8:00pm

If you are looking for a small store, a quick place to get in and get out, or if you need a common tool for your home project, B & B Do it Center is the place you probably want to check out first.  B & B prices are higher than the warehouse stores, but the excellent service and mid-town convenience, and very helpful staff more than make up for that.

This store specializes in electrical supplies, hardware, lawn and garden.

It is better to call in advance to ask the Center’s friendly staff if they have what you need on stock. (805) 388-1067.

Camarillo Plumbing & Paint

Located at 2401 E. Ventura Blvd and open 6 days a week: Monday-Friday 7:15am-5:00pm and Saturday 8:00am-5:00pm

Camarillo Plumbing & Paint has been in business since 1961 and relies heavily on the great reputation they have built around Camarillo.

I have had one interaction with this company through a client and was particularly impressed with their professionalism and punctuality. 

The store specializes in heating and air conditioning, plumbing supplies, and paint supplies.

For more information you may want to call: (805) 482-8963.

One last thing, don’t forget to visit the store during Halloween for an awesome haunted house tour.

Harbor Freight Tools

Located at 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd and open 7 days a week: Monday-Friday 8:00am-7:00pm Saturday: 8:30am-6:00pm Sunday 9:00am-5:00pm.

This is my husband’s and my inventor son’s store when looking for tools that they need to develop new skills. Before investing hundreds or thousands of dollars on the brand name tool, harbor freight’s models allow for fairly inexpensive exploration into new tool types.  They do have professional-grade tools as well, but having a big range of prices is convenient. I have been in the store a couple of times and every time was greeted and assisted by the wonderful staff.

Harbor Freight specializes in professional brand name tools, automotives, and air tools.

The occasional parking lot sales tend to attract tool enthusiasts for all around Ventura County.

For more information about the store’s inventory you can call: (805) 445-4791.

Home Depot in Camarillo

Located at 401 W Ventura Blvd. open 7 days a week: Monday-Saturday: 6:00am-10:00pm Sunday: 7:00am-9:00pm.

Contractors, new home owners, home owners with remodeling projects, garden lovers, and tool lovers are the regular shoppers at Home Depot. I have spent hours in our local Home Depot and remember the joy of Camarillo’s residents the day we heard the news that our city was to have its own store.

For more information about the store and class please call: (805) 389-9918.

Moving to Camarillo, Ventura County

Relocating to a new State, County, City, or even a new neighborhood within your own town can be difficult and overwhelming for your family. There are many books, movies, and other activities that your whole family can share to reduce the pain of your big move. However, when the big day arrives, no matter how prepared emotionally, financially, or strategically you feel you are, there still seems to be a huge degree of uncertainly in your plans.

My parents were not in the military, but my life has moved me around the world quite a bit.  I have lived on three continents by no choice of my own. I have learned to adjust to different environments and learn the local laws of the land as quickly as I could read the language they spoke in that land.

I realized from an early age that saying goodbye to friends and family is not forever. There are ties stronger than land that bind us together, namely, Love.

It was on my last journey that I fell in love with a young man from Southern California and was introduced to the place he called HOME, Ventura County. I have adopted his Home as my own Home now.

As I learned more and more about Ventura County I fell in love with its beauty and history. I fell in love with the people and the culture of Ventura County. And of course I fell in love with the geography and the proximity of Ventura County to so many of the greatest places in Southern California. Within Ventura County, Camarillo is now my Home.

I have lived in Camarillo for the past 16 years and have seen the city go through some great changes. Camarillo is where I have decided to raise my children.

I know how being new to a city feels. Just be patient and give it some time. I know you can fall in love with Ventura County just as I did.  And if you are considering this wonderful place as your home, consider this Ventura County expert at your service.

The best things are even better when shared.