Pardee Homes Reports Stellar Sales of Luxury Homes at Alta Del Mar in Coastal North San Diego County

    SAN DIEGO, CA, October 27, 2013 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Success come in many forms, from awards to buyer satisfaction, but stellar sales really tells the story, especially in the case of a high-end, luxury new home community like Alta Del Mar by Pardee Homes. With pricing starting at $1.85 million, this unique neighborhood, located in coastal North San Diego's Del Mar Mesa area, appeals to a small percentage of homebuyers, yet sales have been phenomenal. Pardee Homes has released 23 estate homes for sale to date and sold all 23. In addition, 13 custom lots within the community have also been sold.

"Traffic and sales have been amazing since the sales program began in April," said Matt Sauls, regional marketing director for Pardee Homes. "We are proud that the excellence we pursued in developing this community has been matched by resounding buyer response. We are committed to developing this spectacular plateau in a way that preserves the natural topography and sweeping view corridors as we provide our homebuyers with a one-of-a-kind address. The elevated site and picturesque setting are coastal North County's last, best opportunity for an exceptional lifestyle, with the location being one of the top reasons for our sales success. Buyers have also cited the beautiful floor plan designs and availability of large single-story homes as compelling reasons why they have purchased a home at Alta Del Mar."

In addition to a successful sales rate, Alta Del Mar has been the recipient of numerous industry awards. Most recently, Alta Del Mar was honored with six prestigious Gold Nugget Awards recognizing exceptional planning and design across the western United States. The Gold Nugget award program is considered one of the housing industry's most esteemed design competitions. Alta Del Mar was also named Community of the Year in the San Diego BIA Icon Awards and the SoCal Awards, which honor superior achievement in new home sales, marketing and merchandising throughout Southern California.

The Prestige Collection of Alta Del Mar is gated enclave of 4,151 to 6,235-squre foot Estate Homes on lots averaging a half acre, and Custom Home sites up to one acre. Pricing is from $1.85 to $2.4 million. The exquisite model homes demonstrate the heritage architecture of coastal California--classic facades, timeless materials and hand-wrought details. And for those with a one-of-a-kind vision, Pardee Homes has also made available a limited number of elevated custom homesites, averaging nearly a half acre.

Designed by the award-winning architectural firm of Bassenian/Lagoni of Newport Beach, Alta Del Mar embraces California's rich architectural heritage by incorporating elements of Spanish and Monterey design such as exterior gated porticos, charming interior courtyards, grand entries, outdoor rooms and classic brick and wood detailing; authentic wrought iron detail, stone facades, vestibules and formal hallways evoke French Country and Tuscan architectural styling.

"Each of the four floor plans offers a haven for indoor and outdoor living," added Sauls. "Large side and interior courtyards, expansive family rooms, and club rooms are suitable for a large art or exercise studio, game room or home theater, and are among the many exciting floor plan features. Sun drenched kitchens with morning rooms or nooks feature state-of-the art design and appliances. When you purchase a home at Alta Del Mar, you can select the exceptional design elements and features that reflect your lifestyle."

From Wolf gourmet appliance packages to Sub-Zero built-in refrigerators and dual Bosch dishwashers, the choices for the kitchen are extensive, as are those for luxurious bathrooms and master bedroom suites. Each home occupies a generous homesite that provides ample opportunity for private interior and side courtyards as well as generous backyards suitable for pools, gardens and entertaining.

Alta Del Mar is served by schools in the Del Mar Union School District for elementary grades and it is anticipated Carmel Valley Middle School, Torrey Pines High School or Canyon Crest Academy in the San Dieguito Union High School District will serve older children.

Backed by the passion and expertise of Pardee Homes, Alta Del Mar is the highest expression of all the company has learned and stood for since 1921. With a passion for design, a commended purchase experience, nationally recognized customer service and the desire to incorporate the latest technologies to provide eco-efficient living, Pardee Homes has crafted homes in some of the most prestigious settings in Southern California - including Rancho Pacifica and Derby Hill in coastal San Diego - that have reaffirmed the company's reputation as a builder of the finest luxury residences in premier locations.

For more information visit www.altadelmar.com or call (858) 461-0109.

Pardee Homes is one the largest building companies in California and noted for energy-efficient building practices, quality construction and dedication to the educational and civic goals of the communities in which it builds.

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