When it comes time for you to buy or sell a home, it's crucial that you make an educated decision based on solid data and the assistance of a trustworthy realtor who can guide you through the process.

According to the North San Diego County Association of REALTORS®, NSDCAR is dedicated to bringing you relevant information and statistics on the San Diego housing market through their monthly HomeDex^TM report.

NSDCAR's HomeDex^TM report focuses on providing you with the most up-to-date and detailed statistical data of local home sales, median home prices, median days-on market, affordability, and foreclosure data and includes a detailed zip code index. (NSDCAR HomeDex Report - May 2011)

Below is the May 2011 HomeDex^TM Report, which provides April 2011 housing statistics.

Inside this month's report:

The median price for all North County home sales - attached and detached - decreased from $393,500 in March 2011 to $380,000 in April 2011.

Detached homes in North County decreased slightly by 0.04 percent from $450,165 in March 2011 to $450,000 in April 2011.  Year-over median single-family detached homes in North San Diego County declined 5.16 percent, from $474,500 in April 2010, making three months of year-over declines following an 18-month trend of increases in median price (with the exception of August 2010).

The number of SFD listings (active and contingent) increased 3.03 percent from March 2011 to April 2011. Year-over listings increased by 12.04 percent from April 2010.

The number of sold North San Diego County SFD units increased 3.74 percent from March 2011 to April 2011, following a 50 percent monthly jump in March 2011.

Median days-on-market for single-family detached homes in North County decreased from 58 days in March 2011 to 50 days in April 2011.

(NSDCAR HomeDex Report - May 2011)

According to the HomeDex report data, it appears the housing market is moving along but it remains to be seen if we will see a slight decrease in median price for May's statistical report.

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A Spectacular lake view combined with a contemporary estate suitable for working at home or extended family living, this home creates an opportunity you don't want to miss. Complete with gorgeous new finish work throughout , this estate was completed in 2005. The second floor also has a separate exterior entrance & lends itself to a class A office facility. Private surroundings also include a pool, huge entertainment cabana & palm studded grounds.

Refurbished inside and outside in 2005, this dramatic custom contemporary residence features soaring two story ceilings, clerestory windows & Corian faced fireplaces in both the living room and family room. The formal dining room has a built-in granite topped china cabinet and sliding doors to a patio. The central island kitchen has 10' slab granite countertops over custom maple cabinetry, 3 Miele ovens, microwave, warmer, 2 dishwashers, Jennair cook top, built-in refrigerator, eating bar & breakfast area. A walk-in wet bar with hammered aluminum sink & wine cooler is between the kitchen & family room.

The first floor master suite has a wall of view windows with sliding doors to the pool. The walk-in closet has custom built-ins and the master bath is complete with granite countertops & flooring, and dual sinks. A separate shower has 2 heads & body jets + Bain Ultra air jet tub. A first floor secondary bedroom has it's own updated granite trimmed bath.

The spacious 2nd floor loft has a stunning view balcony. There are 3 additional bedrooms or offices + two full baths. The huge office with separate entrance has network computer connections, 11 phone lines, DSL & fax lines. The conference/theater room has a presentation network to a 73 inch TV, blackout shades + a wet bar with copper sink.

Additional features include a large laundry room, security system + 4 video cameras, surround sound speakers, intercom, central vacuum, and 3 heating & A/C systems. Exterior features include a pool , multiple patio areas, huge cabana with custom granite counters, wet bar, dishwasher, refrigerator, BBQ, grill, 3 car garage + epoxy flooring, separately fenced side yard & lush mature landscaping framing the lake & mountain views.　　

The Seller will entertain offers between $1,790,000 - $1,940,000, so contact Barbara & Ashley today for a private tour.

Brand new single level custom residence under construction in the desirable neighborhood of Montelena. Spectacular finish work will include slab granite kitchen counters, alder wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, crown molding, travertine flooring, master bath jetted tub and separate shower, travertine baths, 9-12' ceilings, vinyl clad dual pane windows & doors, 2 fireplaces and panoramic mountain views on a cul-de-sac. The estimated completion date is September 2010. Offered at $895,000.

Stay tuned for more details coming soon! For more information contact Barbara & Ashley Stuart.

This beautiful Mediterranean style residence is located in the Vineyard Estates, which is a community of newer Mediterranean style homes in the Lake Hodges Area. Complete with upgrades and a gorgeous tropical pool & spa, this home is located on a corner lot of .34 acres with beautiful golf course views of 17th hole and stunning westerly sunsets.

The oversized double door entry with clerestory windows opens to the two story foyer with tile flooring with the look of stone set on the diagonal. The dramatic curving staircase & rich custom paint complements the dark hardwood floors of the formal living room and dining room with French doors to the pool and patio.

The central island eat-in kitchen has slab granite countertops, oak cabinetry, tile flooring, Bosch 5 burner gas cook-top & dishwasher, double ovens, and a sunny breakfast nook. The adjacent family room has a brick faced fireplace, upgraded carpeting and a sliding door to the pool & patio.　 A granite topped hallway wet bar with glass front cabinetry is across the hall from a downstairs bedroom with double door entry and full bath. The laundry room with sink and storage cabinets is nearby.

The double door master suite with vaulted ceilings has a marble faced see-thru fireplace to the retreat & a sliding door to private balcony with pool and golf course views. The spacious master bath has dual sinks, beveled framed mirrors, oval tub, separate shower & dual walk-in closets with mirrored doors.

Bedrooms 3 & 4 share a full bath with dual sinks, tub-shower and tile flooring. Bedroom 5 has French doors to huge balcony and access to finished storage attic.

Additional features include wood blinds, upgraded neutral carpeting, custom paint, interesting architectural details, lighted ceiling fans, spot lighting, and security system including screens. The exterior amenities include the fully fenced tropical pool & spa with flagstone coping, color coated concrete patios, built-in BBQ, lawn area, colorful landscaping, outdoor lighting, and 3-car garage.

Conveniently close to Westfield Mall, I-15,South Escondido Schools, California Center for the Arts, The San Diego Wild Animal Park, and The Vineyard Golf Course & Hodges Driving Range, this property is a must see!

This stunning Vineyard Estates home is offered at $739,000, so contact us today for a private showing.

This beautifully updated Queensgate residence has a commanding presence and is situated on over 1/2 acre of park-like grounds with pleasant mountain views. Amenities include upgrades such as slab granite countertops, tile flooring with the look of stone, plantation shutters & wood blinds, 3 fireplaces, master retreat, 1st floor bedroom & bath, gorgeous pool & spa, multiple patios and lush mature landscaping.

Queensgate is a quiet gated community situated in the hills above Lake Hodges. The location is conveniently close to Westfield Mall, I-15, Bernardo Elementary School, Bear Valley Middle School, San Pasqual High School, the San Diego Wild Animal park, California Center for the Arts, The Vineyard Golf Course & Hodges Driving Range.

The double door entry with clerestory windows above opens to the formal entry with soaring two story ceilings. Tile flooring with the look of stone with stone inlays creates a beautiful medallion. The formal living room has a two story ceiling, clerestory wood windows & a marble faced fireplace. The formal dining room has a coved ceiling, a marble topped buffet and French doors to a patio.

The central island kitchen has slab granite countertops with a tumbled marble back splash, white cabinetry, gas cook top, oven, microwave, dishwasher, pantry cabinet & large breakfast nook. The family room has a stone faced fireplace & French doors to the patio & pool. An elegant powder room with a pedestal sink is nearby.

Double doors open to the first floor bedroom with its own updated bath including a granite countertop. This spacious room makes a wonderful office or guest retreat. The separate laundry room has a sink & storage cabinets.

A dramatic curving staircase leads to the upper level master suite with a see through fireplace to the retreat, French doors to a private view balcony, dual sinks with a vanity, slab granite countertops, separate shower, large jetted tub & spacious walk-in closet with mirrored doors. Bedroom 3 has its own bath and bedrooms 4 & 5 share a full bath in between.

Additional amenities include plantation shutters & wood blinds, neutral carpeting, tile flooring, spot lighting, rounded corners, art niches, many newer fixtures & faucets, zoned heating & A/C systems, security system, custom paint, 3 car garage, covered veranda & multiple patios, beautiful pool & spa, lush mature landscaping and mountain views.　This home is perfect for entertaining or for raising a family.

Offered at $895,000, this property is a must see! Contact us today for a private showing of this stunning Queensgate home.