EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Chateau Portofino presents an unprecedented opportunity to acquire an as new Architectural Digest caliber luxury estate on a premier private golf course Rancho Santa Fe, the most expensive real estate market in CA and the 3rd most expensive in US with a median home sale price of $2.585M. With a median income of about $250K, Rancho Santa Fe is also one of the highest income communities in the US.
Timing is Everything
We believe this may be the perfect time to acquire real estate in San Diego and specifically in The Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe. As of 6/10/11, Zillow estimates Chateau Portofinos value at $3.777M with a $34K (almost 1%) value increase in the past 30 days!
Chateau Portofino
Chateau Portofino boasts 8,400 SF per owner with 6 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms. With an additional 9,000 SF of outdoor living space est. by CBC Southwest!
It is architecturally perfect...
It is architecturally perfectly positioned on a 1.24 acre lot with the front of the home facing the 15th green and the rear facing the 16th hole from the tee to the green of the world renowned The Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe private golf course.
Elevations range from 264 to 328 yielding stunning views of the golf course, vistas and privacy (elevation est. by CBC Southwest).
Chateau Portofino has unmatched craftsmanship and attention to detail throughout the home and grounds. It is an architectural treasure unmatched in the price range. You enter the home through massive dual wood doors that set the tone for the home.
Throughout Chateau Portofino, you are immersed with exquisite finishes and fine amenities. Finishes include tumbled travertine and plank hardwood flooring, stone-clad bathrooms, wood beam ceilings, built-in cabinetry with artisan European influence.
It has custom windows throughout, hand plaster finishes and curved doorways. It boasts hand crafted custom ceilings including numerous multi-trey, cathedral and wood beam treatments. Perfect direct and indirect lighting throughout with many custom, imported chandeliers.
There are massive fireplaces perfectly positioned as features of several rooms.
The kitchen is absolutely stunning. It is professional grade throughout. It feature top of the line appliances, granite, island, see through to family room, 3 sinks, built-in refrigerator and freezer, warming drawer and multiple staging areas.
The elegant and master suite is equal to the finest suites of any 5-star+ hotel/resort. It spans an entire wing, features a separate sitting room, stunning window and ceiling effects and every master bath amenity you would expect.
Completing the Chateau is an 800+ bottle climate controlled wine room, quarters, party room (man cave with full wet bar competitive with the nicest private clubs), HGTV level outdoor private pool, 4 car garage and every other feature you would expect in a prominent estate home in The Bridges.
The Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe
The Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe is located in the coastal foothills of North San Diego County. It rests on some of the most picturesque land in the exclusive and prestigious address of Rancho Santa Fe. It boasts scenic views of canyons, streams, landmark bridges and the Pacific Ocean.
The Bridges real estate is magnificent with 164 home sites ranging in size from 1/4 acre to over 2 acres and 103 Casitas sites. Lots range in price from $700K to $23M. Casitas (townhouses) range in price from $1,500,000 to $4,000,000. Home re-sales range from $2M to over $30M.
The Golf Course and Clubhouse
Robert Trent Jones par 71 course boasts five sets of tees, playing almost 7,000 yards from the tips. Its dramatic terrain; deep canyons, lakes, streams and superb landscaping make it both mentally challenging and visually stimulating. The greens and bunkers are historically creative. Fairways are generous and the greens are perfectly contoured to fit the surrounding topography.
Recent winner of the coveted Gold Nugget Award for design, the clubhouse is grand in scale yet its rooms are intimate in size. The service is world-class but with an informal atmosphere that encourages members to become good friends.
Certainly one of the most beautiful and elegant club facilities of its kind in the country, it features a handsome formal dining room, a living room, a wine loft with private dining room, grill room, men's and women's card rooms, spas and much, much more.
Golf memberships are % equity and are currently $350K. Monthly dues are approximately $820. The membership cap is 350.
Outstanding Schools
The School Rancho Santa Fe District and its elementary and middle schools all received 10 of 10 Greatschools score. Residents attend Torrey Pines High School that received an 8 of 10 Greatschools score. All 3 schools attended received Distinguished Greatschools rating and have very high parent ratings.
The Academic Performance Indexes (API) for all schools is very high. All 3 schools significantly outperformed peers and state averages on the California Standards Test (CST) in almost every category and had extremely high scores in several categories.
Unmatched Demographics and Econometrics
The Bridges compared to all Benchmarks* has lowest unemployment combined with highest %:
$100K+ household incomes
$750K+ home values
$250K+ household net worth
The Bridges compared to all Benchmarks* has lowest unemployment combined with highest % growth in:
Population
$250K+ household incomes
Rancho Santa Fe compared to all Benchmarks* has highest avg:
Home values
Household income
Household consumer spending
(The Bridges is # 2 in all 3 categories)
Rancho Santa Fe compared to all Benchmarks* has highest:
$1M+ household net worth
$1M+ home values
$250K+ household income
At least a masters degree
Rancho Santa Fe compared to all Benchmarks* has highest % growth in household income
Benchmarks: The Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe; 1-mi. radius; City of Rancho Santa Fe; Census Tract; City of San Diego; San Diego County; City of Los Angeles; California; and the US.
Easy San Diego Commute
Easy commute! 7.6 mi. NE of Solana Beach at I5, 8.4 mi. E of Encinitas at I5 and 11.6 mi. N of San Diego at I5 & Ted Williams Parkway.
Final Thoughts
Jamie Moore, Owner Broker of Lacova Properties is the broker of record and client manager. CBC Southwest Partners is the listing manager. We are honored that Jamie selected us to manage this listing. It is our 2nd luxury listing in California.
In total, we believe Chateau Portofino may be the one of the best luxury investment opportunities in The Bridges, Rancho Santa Fe, San Diego and the US!
HIGHLIGHTS
(1) As new Architectural Digest caliber luxury estate on a premier private golf course
(2) In Rancho Santa Fe, the most expensive real estate market in CA and the 3rd most expensive in US
(3) Timing is everything: 6/10/11, Zillow estimates Chateau Portofinos value increased $34K in past 30 days
(4) 8,400 SF, 6 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, 9,000+ SF outdoor living space, pool, very finest finishes, kitchen, baths, man cave
(5) Perfectly positioned to maximize 50+ elevation range with views of the 15th green and 16th hole, vistas and superior privacy
(6) Outstanding schools, unprecedented demographics and econometrics, one of the best luxury buys in the US
KEY LINKS
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OFFERING
Offering is attached as a PDF.
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2.5% BUYER BROKER COMMISSION
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CONTACT INFORMATION
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CHATEAU PORTOFINO
Chateau Portofino boasts 8,400 square feet with 6 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms. With an additional 9,000 SF of outdoor living space, it is a massive estate!
It is perfectly positioned on a 1.2 acre corner lot. The front of the home faces the 15th green and the rear has views of the entire 16th hole from the tee to the green of the world renowned The Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe.
It has unmatched craftsmanship and attention to detail throughout the home and grounds. It is an architectural treasure unmatched in the price range. You enter the home through massive dual wood doors that set the tone for the home.
Throughout Chateau Portofino, you are immersed with exquisite finishes and fine amenities. Finishes include tumbled travertine and plank hardwood flooring, stone-clad bathrooms, wood beam ceilings, built-in cabinetry with artisan European influence. It has custom windows throughout, hand plaster finishes and curved doorways. It boasts hand crafted custom ceilings including numerous multi-trey, cathedral and wood beam treatments. Perfect direct and indirect lighting throughout with many custom, imported chandeliers. There are massive fireplaces perfectly positioned as features of several rooms.
The kitchen is absolutely stunning. It is professional grade throughout. It feature top of the line appliances, granite, island, see through to family room, 3 sinks, built-in refrigerator and freezer, warming drawer and multiple staging areas.
The elegant and master suite is equal to the finest suites of any 5-star+ hotel/resort. It spans an entire wing, features a separate sitting room, stunning window and ceiling effects and every master bath amenity you would expect.
Completing the Chateau is an 800+ bottle climate controlled wine room, quarters, party room (man cave with full wet bar competitive with the nicest private clubs) and every other feature you would expect in a prominent estate home in The Bridges.
In total, we believe Chateau Portofino may be the best investment opportunity in The Bridges!
(28) 8,400 SF HVAC per owner
(29) 9,154 SF outdoor living space est. by CBC Southwest
(30) 6 bedrooms
(31) 8 baths
(32) 4 car garage
(33) Outdoor private pool
(34) Built in 2003
(35) 1.24 acres (51,014)
(36) 264 to 328 est. elevation range
(37) Last sold December 2007 for $4,225,000
(38) Zillow #s:
(a) $5M+ High Zillow Zestimate value 1st quarter 2009
(b) $3,777,000 June 10, 2011 Zestimate ($449 per SF)
(c) +$34,000 thirty-day price increase Zestimate
(39) School districts: Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School District for Elementary and Middle Schools. Torrey Pines Independent School District for High School.
(40) Taxes: $45,776 paid in 2010
(41) Legal: PIDN # 2643022500: DOC01-756993 IN LOT 33
RANCHO SANTA FE
(42) Overview
This 3,000-person community is one of the most popular San Diego communities. It is known for its upscale feel, comfortable environment, and beautiful properties.
It is rural in nature and distinguished by its open spaces, rolling hills and luxurious homes on uncommonly large, exquisitely manicured lots.
It emanates a small-town community feeling with classic architecture and a rural ambiance.
(43) Most expensive zip code in CA; 3rd most expensive zip code in USA
Forbes reported Rancho Santa Fe as having the third most expensive ZIP code in the United States, and most expensive in California, with a median home sale price of $2,585,000.
(44) One of highest income communities in US
With a median income of almost a quarter of a million dollars, it is one of the highest income communities in the US
(45) Strict design standards
Strict design standards restrict development and define how the community is maintained. New homes must be Spanish "Hacienda" or Mediterranean style for new construction permits to be approved.
Very few homes are actually visible from the road. Most streets outside downtown feature spectacular landscaping.
(46) Outstanding community education resources
Outstanding schools are the standard. The local school district operates an elementary and middle school. Both are rated 10 of 10 Exemplary by greatschools.
Residents attend the acclaimed Torrey Pines High School also a great schools Exemplary school.
Three private schools are in Rancho Santa Fe.
(47) Village Center
The charming village center has upscale shopping, super nice restaurants and lots of financial service companies. Many consider it the perfect mix of unique character, shopping, entertainment, elegance and a relaxed southern California ambiance.
(48) The Rancho Santa Fe Association
Founded in 1927, the Association ensures the preservation of the rural character of the Rancho Santa Fe Covenant area and its natural landscape of approx. 6,200 acres.
THE BRIDGES AT RANCHO SANTA FE
(49) Location
The Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe is located in the coastal foothills of North San Diego County.
The 550 acre golf course community rests on some of the most picturesque land in the exclusive and prestigious address of Rancho Santa Fe.
The project boasts scenic views of canyons, streams, landmark bridges and the Pacific Ocean.
(50) Visioning
When the creators of this extraordinary retreat first visited the site, they were struck by its similarity to the stunning landscapes of Northern Tuscany.
They envisioned a private golf course community that would preserve the natural beauty of the place and, with care and planning, enhance it. Several years later, that dream is a reality.
(51) Community amenities
Amenities include a world class 36,000 square foot clubhouse and a separate state-of-the-art 10,000 square foot swim/fitness facility.
The Tuscan hillside clubhouse is a gem perched high on a hilltop with panoramic views, wine loft, bell tower, locker rooms, lounges, formal dining and pro shop. The building is designed to provide the ultimate in comfort, style and service.
(52) Real estate
The real estate is magnificent with 164 home sites ranging in size from 1/4 acre to over 2 acres and 103 Casitas sites.
Lots range in priced from $700,000 to over $23,000,000.
The Casitas range in price from $1,500,000 to $4,000,000.
Home re-sales range from $2M to over $30M.
(53) Golf course
This exclusive, private, 18-hole, par 71 course has five sets of tees playing to almost 6,900 yards from the tips.
Designed by the Robert Trent Jones II group, The Bridges' par 71 course boasts five sets of tees, playing almost 7,000 yards from the tips. Its dramatic terrain; deep canyons, lakes, streams and superb landscaping make it both mentally challenging and visually stimulating.
The regenerated design of Robert Trent Jones, Jr. embraces a challenging design philosophy, yet provides a variety of strategic options making it memorable for players of all abilities. The greens and bunkers are historically creative. Fairways are generous and the greens are perfectly contoured to fit the surrounding topography.
Jones' design philosophy at the Bridges was to offer golfers a number of strategic options with their shot selection. Incorporating a risk/reward system, a number of holes provide for bail-out areas for the higher handicap player while enticing low handicappers to hit great shots.
(54) Clubhouse
From its commanding site at the center of the community, the magnificent 35,000 square foot clubhouse offers panoramic views of the golf course, its bridges, lakes, creeks and hillsides beyond.
Recent winner of the coveted Gold Nugget Award for design, the clubhouse is grand in scale yet its rooms are intimate in size. The service is world-class but with an informal atmosphere that encourages members to become good friends.
Certainly one of the most beautiful and elegant club facilities of its kind in the country, it features a handsome formal dining room, a living room, a wine loft with private dining room, grill room, men's and women's card rooms, spas and much, much more.
(55) Membership
Golf memberships are % equity and are currently $250,000. Monthly dues are approximately $820. The membership cap is 350.
LOCATION
(56) Easy I5 Encinitas access: 8.3 mi. east of I5 and Encinitas BLVD
(57) Easy I5 Solana Beach access: 7.6 mi. north east of I5 and Lomas Santa Fe DR
(58) Just 11.6 mi. north of San Diego: from the Ted Williams Parkway and I5
SCHOOLS AND SCHOOL DISTRICT REVIEW
We utilize GreatSchools for comparative analysis of school districts and schools across geographic areas.
(59) Summary: The School Rancho Santa Fe District and the elementary and middle schools all received 10 of 10 Greatschools score. Residents attend Torrey Pines High School that received an 8 of 10 Greatschools score. All 3 schools attended received Distinguished Greatschools rating and have very high parent ratings. The Academic Performance Indexes (API) for all schools is very high. All 3 schools significantly outperformed peers and state averages on the California Standards Test (CST) in almost every category and had extremely high scores in several categories.
(60) Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School District
(a) 10 of 10 GreatSchools rating
(b) Schools: 2
(c) Students:
(d) GreatSchools site:
(61) R. Roger Rowe Elementary School (K-6)
(a) 10 of 10 GreatSchools rating
(b) Distinguished GreatSchools recognition: It is among the few public schools in California to receive a distinguished GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10.
(e) GreatSchools Parent based ratings
Overall rating: 4 of 5 stars
Community rating: 4 of 5 stars
Principal leadership: 4 of 5 stars
Teacher quality: 4 of 5 stars
Parent Involvement: 4 of 5 stars
(f) Academic Performance Index (API)
Statewide rank: 10 of 10 the highest rating
Improvement (growth): 950 in 2009 to 946 in 2010
Met its 2010 school wide growth target: Yes vs 92% Statewide
(g) Grade 2 CST scores vs. State average
English Language Arts: 94% vs. 54%
Math: 99% vs 62%
(h) Grade 3 CST scores vs. State average
English Language Arts: 91% vs. 44%
Math: 93% vs 65%
(i) Grade 4 CST scores vs. State average
English Language Arts: 92% vs. 63%
Math: 90% vs 68%
(j) Grade 5 CST scores vs. State average
Science: 95% vs. 56%
English Language Arts: 93% vs. 58%
Math: 87% vs 60%
(k) Grade 6 CST scores vs. State average
English Language Arts: 88% vs. 56%
Math: 87% vs 52%
(62) R. Roger Rowe Middle School (7-8)
(a) 10 of 10 GreatSchools rating
(b) Distinguished GreatSchools recognition: It is among the few public middle schools in California to receive a distinguished GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10.
(c) GreatSchools Parent based ratings
Community rating: 4 of 5 stars
Principal leadership: 4 of 5 stars
Teacher quality: 4 of 5 stars
Parent Involvement: 4 of 5 stars
(d) Academic Performance Index (API)
Statewide rank: 10 of 10 the highest rating
Improvement (growth): 925 in 2009 up to 951 in 2010
Met its 2010 school wide growth target: Yes vs 78% Statewide
(l) Grade 7 CST scores vs. State average
English Language Arts: 87% vs. 55%
Math: 89% vs 49%
Algebra I: 100% vs 85%
(m) Grade 8 CST scores vs. State average
Science: 91% vs. 59%
English Language Arts: 92% vs. 54%
History: 86% vs 47%
Algebra I: 79% vs 46%
Geometry: 100% vs 86%
(63) Torrey Pines High School (9-12)
(a) 8 of 10 GreatSchools rating
(b) Distinguished GreatSchools recognition: It is among the few public high schools in California to receive a distinguished GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10.
(c) GreatSchools Parent based ratings
Community rating: 4 of 5 stars
Principal leadership: 4 of 5 stars
Teacher quality: 4 of 5 stars
Parent Involvement: 5 of 5 stars
(d) Academic Performance Index (API)
Statewide rank: 10 of 10 the highest rating
Improvement (growth): 860 in 2009 up to 870 in 2010
Met its 2010 school wide growth target: Yes vs 72% Statewide
(n) Grade 9 CST scores vs. State average
Algebra II: 96% vs 69%
Biology/Life Sciences: 88% vs 55%
English Language Arts: 84% vs. 54%
Earth Science: 51% vs. 35%
Algebra I: 17% vs 22%
Geometry: 61% vs 45%
(o) Grade 10 CST scores vs. State average
Algebra II: 52% vs 40%
High School Math: 98% vs 76%
Science: 82% vs. 46%
Biology/Life Sciences: 66% vs. 38%
English Language Arts: 79% vs. 45%
Chemistry: 77% vs. 46%
World History: 68% vs. 42%
Algebra I: 3% vs 12%
Geometry: 6% vs 14%
(p) Grade 11 CST scores vs. State average
Algebra II: 13% vs 14%
High School Math: 66% vs 50%
US History: 71% vs. 45%
English Language Arts: 74% vs. 43%
Physics: 82% vs. 53%
Chemistry: 38% vs. 29%
Earth Sciences: 46% vs. 32%
DEMOGRAPHICS & ECONOMETRICS
(64) Benchmarks: The Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe Neighborhood; 1-mi. radius; City of Rancho Santa Fe; Census Tract; City of San Diego; San Diego County; City of Los Angeles; California; and the US.
(65) Summary: The best demographics and econometrics we have done to date! Highest home value, net worth, income, education combined with lowest unemployment.
(66) Baselines: The Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe and City of Ranch Santa Fe
(67) Neighborhood compared to all Benchmarks
(a) Highest avg.:
Household size
(b) Highest % growth in:
$100K+ household incomes
$250K+ household incomes
Population
Household size
Family size
(c) Highest %:
$100K+ household incomes
$750K+ home values
$250K+ household net worth
Residents in services
40-64 years old
(d) Lowest %:
Unemployment
(68) City of Rancho Santa Fe compared to all Benchmarks
(a) Highest median:
Home values (The Bridges is # 2)
Household income (The Bridges is # 2)
Household after tax income (The Bridges is # 2)
(b) Highest avg.:
Home values (The Bridges is # 2)
Per person income
Household income (The Bridges is # 2)
Household consumer spending (The Bridges is # 2)
Household after tax income (The Bridges is # 2)
(c) Highest % growth in:
Median household income
(d) Highest %:
$1M+ household net worth
$1M+ home values
$250K+ household income
At least a bachelors degree
At least a masters degree
CCIM REPORTS AND LISTING ANALYSIS
(69) CCIM reports analyzed for listing. There are 2,138 underlying CCIM PDF sets. All are available on the property website or on request.
(70) CCIM posted reports. For your convenience, the following CCIM reports are available on the CBC, Commercial Gateway, Lands of California, LoopNet, Prestige MLS and other property websites that allow unlimited PDF files:
(a) Flood plain map
(b) Census summary pack
(c) Community pack
(d) Demographic Income pack
(e) Demographic pack
(f) Education chart
(g) Employment chart
(h) Executive summary charts
(i) Graphic profile pack
(j) Home expenditures pack
(k) Household growth chart
(l) Household income chart
(m) Income employment pack
(n) Financial investments pack
(o) Market profile pack
(p) Net worth pack
(q) Population growth chart
(r) Retail expenditures pack
(s) Site map
(t) Tapestry segmentation pack
(71) All analysis is based on defined and published sources. Unless otherwise noted, all demographic and econometric data is from the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) Institute in collaboration with ESRI. Most annual % change estimated and regression projections are from CBC Southwest Partners proprietary models.
DIRECTIONS
From the intersection of County Highway S6/Paseo Delicias and El Camino del Norte, it is 1.8 mi. north.
(1) Travel north on El Camino del Norte for 0.6 mi.
(2) Turn right (north) on Alliso Canyon RD for 0.6 mi. to The Bridges property gate
(3) Gate access required
(4) Turn left (north) on Seven Bridges AVE for 0.1 mi.
(5) Turn left (west) on Calle Ponte Bella for 0.4 mi.
(6) Turn left (south) on Calle Stellina for 0.1 mi.
(7) At the corner of Calle Selina and Strada Fragante, turn left(south)
(8) The property is on your left on the corner
DISCLOSURES & COPYRIGHTS
Jamie Moore, Owner Broker of Lacova Properties is the broker of record and client manager. CBC Southwest Partners is the listing manager.
Coldwell Banker Commercial Southwest Partners is a wholly owned franchise of Alexander Tiffany Southwest, LLC. Analysis is preliminary, based on proprietary systems and models, is time sensitive and based on assumptions-stated and unstated. Graphics are only renderings. Measurements are only estimates. No warranties are expressed or implied. All content is protected by copyright laws, is only for prospects or legal representatives, and should not replace buyers own due diligence and analysis. Any other use is prohibited.
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