House Hunt: Seal Beach, Rossmoor and Los Alamitos

Sitting on the fence about whether or not to purchase that new home now?  One thing to talk to your lender about is the upcoming lowering of FHA loan limits.  It could have an impact on what home you’ll be able to buy.

Four new listings to present this week, one in Rossmoor and three in Seal Beach:

 3062 Bostonian Dr. offered by William Keye of Main Street Realtors. Three bedrooms, four baths, 2,400 square feet, 7,725 s.f. lot.  Located a block from Rossmoor School, this home has a huge open great room and gourmet kitchen complete with quality appliances, a 12-foot granite island and separate prep area. Lots of custom features as well as a Bosch tankless water heater. Great place to entertain with an open flow from inside to the backyard pool and outdoor cook center. Priced at $989,000.

409 Emerald Pl. offered by Jim Klisanin of Baytown Realty.  Four bedrooms, three baths, 2,200 square feet, 5,035 s.f. lot.  This remodeled home has a Coves cul-de-sac location and offers tons of light with vaulted ceilings and skylights throughout. The open floor plan features two living areas, one with a floor to ceiling stone fireplace. There’s a newly remodeled kitchen with new stainless steel appliances and newly remodeled bathrooms. Second floor master suite features newly remodeled bathroom, walk-in closet, small nook for desk or sitting area and balcony. Additional upgrades include tankless water heater, solar system, new copper plumbing and air conditioning.  Priced at $859,000.

1740 Catalina Ave. offered by Jim Klisanin of Baytown Realty. Three bedrooms, three baths, 2,249 square feet, 6,324 s.f. lot. This home was extensively remodeled in 2008. The kitchen features custom cabinetry in espresso with black granite counters, breakfast bar and stainless steel appliances. The open floor plan features two living spaces with both informal and formal dining areas. Additional features include remodeled bathrooms, separate office addition off of the garage, hardwood floors, newer dual pane windows, newer art deco front door, newer roof and air-conditioning. Priced at $1,095,000.

4808 Ironwood Ave. offered by Anita Glasser of Coldwell Banker.  Four bedrooms, three baths, 2,900 square feet, 5,200 s.f. lot. This College Park East home has a bright and open floor plan with a downstairs master bedroom that opens to the backyard and pool. Open to the dining room, the updated kitchen features a rich hardwood floor, custom tile counters, a garden window, and recessed lighting. The living room has a fireplace with a custom mantle and French doors leading out to the backyard. Upstairs is a large bonus/family room with a separate bedroom and bathroom.  Priced at $738,000.

Additionally, there will be some open houses held this weekend including:

Friday: 2-6 p.m. and Saturday: 1 to 4 p.m., 3251 Ruth Elaine, Rossmoor – On the market for two weeks, this house includes a custom 5600 sq ft pool home.

Sunday: 1-4 p.m., 11326 Donovan –This home is 3,617 sq ft with a pool.

Happy hunting.