Living in Sebastopol http://blog.sebastopolhomesandland.com Information about living in Sonoma Country, California Fri, 18 Mar 2011 21:02:43 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.2 One Stop Shopping For Home Buyers http://blog.sebastopolhomesandland.com/?p=14 http://blog.sebastopolhomesandland.com/?p=14#comments Fri, 18 Mar 2011 21:02:43 +0000 rita http://sebastopolhomesandland.com/blog/?p=14 Continue reading →]]> Here are a few things home buyers and their real estate agent to know in today’s market. While searching for your new home, ask as many questions as possible. Even the smallest details can reveal something important about your prospective home’s past. Spend some time in the basement or crawl space to check for moisture, mold, or standing water. Even if your state does not require property inspections or pest control inspections, be sure to have a qualified home inspector walkthrough your property prior to making a final offer for the home. Inspectors can identify problems and would inform you of lies the homeowners told about the property. Prior to closing, walk through the home one final time to identify any remaining cleaning that needs done. Also, find a good real estate lawyer to help you with the process; even after the lawyer researches the title of the property, he or she will probably recommend title insurance from a title company in the event that someone attempts to make a claim to the property you purchase.

To learn more, contact http://www.sebastopolhomesandland.com , or e-mail Rita DeSouza at realtor_rita@msn.com.

]]> http://blog.sebastopolhomesandland.com/?feed=rss2&p=14 0 Embracing Charm and Culture in Sebastopol, California http://blog.sebastopolhomesandland.com/?p=15 http://blog.sebastopolhomesandland.com/?p=15#comments Fri, 04 Mar 2011 20:54:53 +0000 rita http://sebastopolhomesandland.com/blog/?p=15 Continue reading →]]> Sebastopol is a city full of small-town charm, but loaded with culture and history. The city is located in Sonoma County and is an easy drive to the Pacific Ocean or San Francisco. The area is surrounded by excellent dining, quality wineries, beautiful scenery and enticing activities. While the town is home to fewer than 10,000 residents, the area is rich with quality schools,  unique shopping and engaging businesses.

Residents of Sebastopol enjoy beautiful weather and a safe community. This small town boasts the Laguna de Santa Rosa Wetlands Preserve, the West County Museum, the Sebastopol Center for the Arts and the Sonoma County Repertory Theater. The Apple Blossom Festival and Parade and Gravenstein Apple Fair draw both residents and visitors to take in the fun and honor the apple-growing history of the region. The Sebastopol Documentary Film Festival is a growing celebration of independent films and filmmakers.

Finding something to do in Sebastopol is not difficult. The Town Plaza is the hub of the community, with many tasty dining options, enticing retail shops and the lively Sebastopol Farmers’ Market. Though the area is known for quality vineyards, you can also find delicious ethnic dining options and tasty desserts, coffee and tea drinks. Part of the Sebastopol charm is the prevalence of healing arts, with numerous opportunities for quality chiropractic, meditative and acupuncture services.

Sebastopol is one of the most desirable communities in the area, and the real estate market remains strong. With excellent schools, a diverse and healthy economy, an engaged community and beautiful weather, the market has resisted the challenges other areas have faced. Those looking for an area full of charm and culture may find just what they desire in Sebastopol.

To learn more, contact http://www.sebastopolhomesandland.com , or e-mail Rita DeSouza at realtor_rita@msn.com.

]]> http://blog.sebastopolhomesandland.com/?feed=rss2&p=15 0 Why Sebastopol? http://blog.sebastopolhomesandland.com/?p=5 http://blog.sebastopolhomesandland.com/?p=5#comments Mon, 27 Dec 2010 23:21:43 +0000 rita http://sebastopolhomesandland.com/blog/?p=5 Continue reading →]]> Nestled among the vineyards of Sonoma County is the small, charming town of Sebastopol, CA. Home buyers looking for Sebastopol real estate should know that the town lies on the wetlands of Laguna de Santa Rosa, home to beautiful wildlife and vegetation. To the west, the Pacific Ocean is only twenty minutes away. And to the south, San Francisco is less than an hour’s drive. Once known for its thriving orchards of Gravenstein apples, the town now hosts several vineyards. In addition, there are many great restaurants for food and wine enthusiasts. 
Along with a strong public school system, Sebastopol also has private and charter schools for parents to choose from. With a small population of less than 10,000, and a low population density as well, Sebastopol makes for a quaint, relaxing community. Nice homes in Sebastopol can be a commodity, but your dream home is worth looking for.

To learn more, contact http://www.sebastopolhomesandland.com , or e-mail Rita DeSouza at realtor_rita@msn.com.

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