Last weekend, we had a great turnout for our special Price Pointe event. Home buyers poured in, toured our one- and two-bedroom condos, saw everything from our state-of-the-art fitness facility, the theater, panoramic views from the 10th-floor pool deck -- and enjoyed some delicious appetizers and wine in our expansive lounge.Why the big deal? Listen to Vantage Pointe's Tina West on KGTV. Yes, a news crew from the station came by to find out what was happening at our community.Tina and sales manager Sheridan West organized a tremendous event with local radio hosts and giveaways with us throughout the weekend.And...
October 2009 Archives
Myth number one: walls must be white. Myth number two: scaled-down furniture. Myth number three: doing without. Living in a condo doesn't have to mean compromising your taste and style. Not only can you create a space that's hip and beautiful, but a variety of storage options can open up a world of possibilities that actually expand the use of the room. Urban condos can be intimate and cozy, yes, but they can also be bright and open with the right approach. They also can be an economic advantage when it comes to design. Expensive materials like hardwood flooring and...
Brokers, do you know about the amazing Price Pointe event we're holding the weekend of Oct. 23? This is what's coming: For three day, starting at noon on Friday, the 23rd, we're offering a special release of one- and two-bedroom home at bottom-line pricing from the low $200's. Here's what will be available: 1 BR/1 BA that was $249,000 will be $216,000. That's a savings of $33,000! 2 BR/1 BA that was $300,000 will be $251,000. That's a savings of $49,000! 2 BR/2 BA that was $381,000 will be $331,000. That's a savings of $50,000! We've got a great selection...
If you're in the market for a downtown condo and you hate negotiating, you need to block out some time the weekend of Oct. 23 - 25 and pay Vantage Pointe a visit. For these three days, starting at noon on Friday, the 23rd, we're offering a special release of one- and two-bedroom homes at bottom-line pricing from the low $200's. Here are some examples of what's going to be available:1 BR/1 BA that was $249,000 will be $216,000 for a savings of $33,000.2 BR/1 BA that was $300,000 will be $251,000 for a savings of $49,000.2 BR/2 BA that...
Something delicious is happening in East Village. It's the welcome arrival of a cheese shop, just down the street from Vantage Pointe. Gina Frieze, owner of Venissimo, has just opened her third shop in San Diego on G St. between 8th and 9th in the Nexus building. The 1,110-square-foot retail space is her largest. And, she says, that means she can finally offer her "cheese university," classes that instruct customers in the differences between different styles of cheese and how to pair them with wine, chocolate, and other foods and beverages. She'll be teaming up with local artisans like...
We've got some new home owners and they're going to be moving in soon. We thought it would be a kick to introduce some of them to the rest of the growing Vantage Pointe community -- both owners and renters. We're starting with David Yamaguchi and his Jack Russell terrier Bryan.David has been around the world, thanks to his service in the Navy. The licensed vocational nurse, or LVN, has spent time in Spain, France, Italy, Croatia, Turkey, Malta, Greece, and Bahrain, while on ships like the U.S.S. Kearsarge. But, now he's stationed in San Diego -- he's only...
At Vantage Pointe, we like to say we can measure life in steps, not miles.That's certainly true of the local restaurant scene. You don't need to get in a car to enjoy a great meal. All it requires is a leisurely attitude and some comfortable shoes.Let's start out with some local favorites in the East Village. Café Chloe on 9th and G is a cozy Parisian-style bistro run by chef Katie Grebow where you can find luscious mussels grenobloise with brown butter, capers, lemon, and croutons with a supporting side of frites. Or, you could enjoy dungeness crab cake tartine...
Those of us who live with dogs know that a tired dog is a good dog. And probably a happy dog. Condo life can make robust play a challenge, but people and pups who live at Vantage Pointe will love the fact that they're "this" close to one of San Diego's best dog parks, Nate's Point at Balboa Park.Nate's Point is a two-acre off-leash area just east of 6th and Laurel on the way to the Prado. The sprawling park is fully fenced and has a water fountain, some picnic benches and tables, and even a supply of poop bags for...
If living at Vantage Pointe is all about lifestyle, we want to make sure the people who work with you to buy your new home really get you and what you want. So, we thought we'd introduce you to our new sales team. Sheridan Mantor, our sales manager, is just back from a four-year stint in L.A. where she managed the sales of eight different condominium projects. But, she's a San Diego girl and had previously handled sales and marketing for the very high-end Metropolitan Condos on Omni right by Petco Park. She's joined by sales executives Jane Blake, who had...
Whether you're a first-time home buyer or a couple looking to downsize, living in a condominium can be very appealing, and for many people living in a condo in a downtown setting can be a dream come true. After all, you're just steps away from shops and restaurants, there's a certain vibrancy that comes from being in a place where you can feel the city vibe. At Vantage Pointe, you're "this" close to being near the marina, Balboa Park and all of downtown's many attractions.Thousands of people come here on vacation. But would living in a vacation setting suit you...
For some of us, lighting is pretty much an afterthought when we move into a new home, following the purchases of furniture, area rugs, and accessories. After all, it's just illumination in the dark, right?Actually, lighting can play a variety of roles in a setting, according to Tim Jackson, who's the owner of Urban Lighting in the Gaslamp. "It can create a mood in the space with pools of light performing specific tasks," he explains. "You can have picture lights to focus on artwork or sculpture. You can have accent lighting on the upper cabinets in your kitchen to bounce...
