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Santaluz: A Spectacular Gated Community
Imagine a secret world that includes 3,800 acres of rolling hillsides, olive trees, trails and the highest mountain closest to the ocean... Now incorporate a planned community with Tuscany style homes lining a golf course nestled in between the native California desert terrain, while living the life of luxury. If that sounds too good to be true, think again. Behind the gates of Santaluz, residents enjoy a sense of community that is establishing 92127 as one of the most desirable zip codes in Southern California. With picturesque sunsets and views of the mountains and Pacific ocean, Santaluz is making its mark on the Southern California Real Estate scene.
Established at the beginning of the millennium, Santaluz is a collaboration by an affiliate of DMB Associates, Inc., which was voted “Best Planned Community in San Diego” by the Building Industry Association. With the original intent to use the natural landscape, home-owners enjoy picturesque landscaping while conserving water and saving money at the same time.
Santaluz resident, John Cabral, shared some personal details on this upscale, private community. John is more than just a resident; he has had four homes personally custom built and ranks as the top Real Estate broker of Santaluz for the past five years. My question to him was, ‘how is Santaluz unique compared to other prestigious areas in San Diego?’
“We have so many beautiful views, which include a golf course, the surrounding mountains, the ocean and believe it or not, views of La Jolla,” he says. “Residents can enjoy the open space of trails, private tennis courts and our pool is comparable to the feeling of a resort. We also have full fitness, an indoor basketball court, coffee shop, dining room, full service spa and lots of extra-curricular activities for those that live here. The community is very family friendly. For the 4th of July we have one of those most spectacular firework displays in Southern California with a full BBQ and tons of kid activities.”
But it’s not just amenities that draw people to SantaLuz. As tucked away as this community is, you’d be surprised to realize how centrally located it is and how accessible to major freeways. Adds John, “The mild coastal breeze drifts across the rolling hills into Santaluz Valley. Santaluz is also quite accessible to many freeways compared to other gated communities in the area. As Club members, we don’t just sell homes in Santaluz, we enjoy the lifestyle. Santaluz provides amenities and a lifestyle unique unto its own.”
Another realtor in Santaluz, Ben Evers, explains why he finds his clients invest and buy homes there. “Living in Santaluz is a lifestyle choice,” says Ben. “A large community within a community, it’s a wonderful way to live. From parents with young children to retired couples, there are all sorts of different activities to choose from. I just had a client that is closing escrow that chose Santaluz for all of these many factors.”
With over forty-four miles of open space, the 250-acre Rees Jones Championship Golf Course is also one of the main attractions to this community. There is a 19,000 square foot community center, a fitness facility, pool and gymnasium for residents. During the summer, there are live concerts on the Santaluz Village Green. Artists such as Kenny Loggins, Huey Lewis and the News and Boz Skaggs are some of the top performers that have been featured at these summer concerts. This is yet another one of the surprising perks of being a Santaluz Club member.
And talk about “location”, consider these neighboring enclaves to Santaluz: Rancho Santa Fe and Fairbanks Ranch are just minutes away. The Pacific ocean is only 6.5 miles away, with easy access to top beach communities like Del Mar and Solana Beach. The 5, 56 and 15 freeways are all within minutes, making Santaluz an ideal location for almost any commute, including downtown San Diego.
Just like its ‘big brother”, Rancho Santa Fe, Santaluz homes are priced well beyond the million dollar price range. However, this being said, Santaluz is less expensive yet still offers much of the same lifestyle, amenities and prestige. In this market, there may just be a few ‘bargains’ to be had. Do your research, and don’t be afraid to ask a few Santaluz residents yourself. They’ll most likely tell you how they came to find Santaluz and realize their dream of living in such a beautiful place here in Southern California. One thing is sure; they’ll be proud to call this ‘one of a kind’ community their very own.
