This REO listing is on it’s third time around – the sales history:
1986: Foreclosed
1987: $429,000
1995: Foreclosed
1995: $450,000
2000: $820,000
2010: Foreclosed (loans were $1.3M)
2011: $899,000 list price
14 Comments
Jim Klinge
Klinge Realty Group
Are you looking for an experienced agent to help you buy or sell a home?
Contact Jim the Realtor!
- 682 S. Coast Hwy 101, Suite #110
Encinitas, CA 92024 - (858) 997-3801 call or text
- klingerealty@gmail.com
CA DRE #01527365, CA DRE #00873197
View More Interest Rates
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jim & Donna Klinge helped us sell our home of 30 years in Ocean Hills. We were very happy with their service and would HIGHLY recommend them to anyone looking for an Honest, Knowledgeable, Skilled, Informed Efficient realty team. Both Jim & Donna were so helpful in different ways and complemented each others skills. Please refer to a more detailed review that we wrote on YELP. Thank You Both for all your help!!!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A+ thank youTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Many years ago, we purchased a home in Carlsbad, using a realtor that was recommended to us - Jim Klinge. Fast forward to 2025, we recently had the privilege of selling 2 homes in Carlsbad, CA and didn't hesitate to reach out to Jim and Donna Klinge of Klinge Realty Group to guide us through the sales. The transactions were very different, each with its own unique situation, opportunities and challenges. From start to finish, Donna and Jim helped navigate the pre-sale preparation, the listing, showing of the house, buyer negotiations, the final close and all of the paperwork and decisions in between. What stands out with both transactions is the professionalism of Jim and Donna (and their team), wonderful communication (timely, relevant, concise), their deep understanding of market dynamics (setting realistic expectations), their access to top-notch contractors, and last, their ability to guide us across the finish line successfully. We wouldn't hesitate to use Jim and Donna in the future and highly recommend them for anyone looking to buy or sell a property in North San Diego County.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We sold a home with Jim and Donna and from beginning to end they were consummate professionals. Their initial walk through the property resulted in a list of items to be repaired or updated. They supplied a list of vendors and job quotes to do the repairs and updates. We originally wanted to sell ‘as is’ and just get it over with. They gave us a selling price for ‘as is’ and options for doing a few updates/repairs to doing it all with the selling price for each option. We agreed to do all they suggested and we sold for the exact price they predicted. For every dollar spent we got back more than $2 back in the selling price. And they got that price in a rising interest rate environment! Donna and Jim are extremely detailed and guide you through ever aspect of the sale. There were no surprises thanks to their guidance. We couldn’t be more pleased with their representation. Thank you Donna and Jim, Jerry and MaryTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have known Jim & Donna Klinge for over a dozen years, having met them in Carlsbad where our children went to the same school. As long time North County residents, it was a no- brainer for us to have the Klinges be our eyes and ears for San Diego real estate in general and North County in particular. As my military career caused our family to move all over the country and overseas to Asia, Europe and the Pacific, we trusted Jim and Donna to help keep our house in Carlsbad rented with reliable and respectful tenants for over 10 years. Naturally, when the time came to sell our beloved Carlsbad home to pursue a rural lifestyle in retirement out of California, we could think of no better team to represent us than Jim and Donna. They immediately went to work to update our house built in 2004 to current-day standards and trends — in 2 short months they transformed it into a literal modern-day masterpiece. We trusted their judgement implicitly and followed 100% of their recommended changes. When our house finally came on the market, there was a blizzard of serious interest, we had multiple offers by the third day and it sold in just 5 days after a frenzied bidding war for 20% above our asking price! The investment we made in upgrades recommended by Jim and Donna yielded a 4-fold return, in the process setting a new high water mark for a house sold in our community. In our view, there are no better real estate professionals in all of San Diego than Jim and Donna Klinge. Buying or selling, you must run and beg Jim and Donna Klinge to represent you! Our family will never forget Jim, Donna, and their whole team at Compass — we are forever grateful to them.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. WeI had the pleasure of working with Klinge Realty Group to sell our home in Carmel Valley, and I cannot recommend them highly enough! Jim and Donna demonstrated exceptional professionalism, offering expert guidance on market conditions and pricing strategy, which resulted in a quick and successful sale. Communication was prompt and we were well-informed throughout the entire process. For anyone looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable real estate team, look no further! ---Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Donna and Jim Klinge of Klinge Realty Group have our highest possible recommendation. From Donna and Jim’s first visit to our house through closing their advice and counsel was candid and honest in all dealings. They kept us fully informed throughout the process. The house sold less than three days after listing with a two-week closing. My wife and I have sold several houses during our lives. This was by far the best experience. Klinge Reality is a premium service realtor. You can’t make a better choice for someone to sell your home fast and for top dollar.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Donna and Jim provided exceptional support and professionalism throughout the entire process. We couldn't have been happier with their efforts. They made our house shine, and thanks to their expertise, it sold above the listing price in the very first weekend! Truly a fantastic experience from start to finish.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This year has been difficult on our family, mainly due to having to sell our home. Thankfully we knew God had a plan for us and working with the Klinge team was a key part of it. It was an obvious decision to work with them again after such an amazing experience when purchasing the same home we needed to sell. The challenge was, how will we do this in so little time with so much going on? Jim and Donna held our hand every step of the way. Whenever an unexpected issue arose they found and provided a solution. Never once did we feel pressured to make a decision and the Klinges were always reassuring after providing the information that the decision was ours to make. Despite the curve balls, they never panicked and exemplified the “can do” attitude, making us feel optimistic and taken care of. Their expertise and professionalism was superb. But of all the reasons to work with the Klinges, the most impactful and valuable is their compassion and genuine care for their clients. We pray that we can one day purchase our forever home and you better believe that Jim and Donna will be representing us - as long as they will have us of course. Thank you again Klinge team! Your execution, experience, and care are unmatched.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jim and Donna were fantastic! Jim understanding my needs, recommending potential places, pointing out the pros and cons of each property was invaluable. Then when the offer was accepted Donna’s organized guidance through the inspections, paperwork etc made the whole process seem effortless. So grateful that I had them on my side!Load more
That’s going to get multiple offers… many at 899K.
Chuck
The purchase and foreclosure cycle going back 20 years is pure California.
That’s beyond cursed – doze it and sow the ground with salt.
My first thought was that a second story would take in the view even better. Put the master up there.
But the house is fundamentally a wreck….it’s hard to remodel a house when the design and layout is all wrong.
Might as well build new. I think people would rather have a new, custom home but that’s kind of expensive so they buy a tract home.
That said, people do buy the funky beach cottages in Leucadia. $899,000 can get you something decent inland, but only a small home in Leucadia. Some families like those….you are closer to the beach.
What would you guys guess is the premium for being west of the freeway?
20%? 30%?
I’ve always wondered.
Reminds me of a nightclub I used to frequent in college. Their slogan: Going out of business in this same location for 14 years!
It remind me of those restaurant locations that turn over ever year even though it seems like a perfectly good location.
“Count your money, well, at least dream about the days where you use to have money. Foreclosed now!” -JtR
Yep, another JtR classic line! Jim, you should really ponder writing a book of your quips–with your solid real estate advice thrown in). Yeah, where would you find the extra time to do that? You previously said you clock about 70 hours/week! You told me you even worked on Christmas Eve.
There are some of my favorite Hawaiian flowers (i.e. parakeets”) near the garage as Jim walked toward the front door. *Grin* That would up my offer price!
My late husband was the best finish craftsman on the planet, and even though we built two of our homes (Hawaii & OR), we wouldn’t make an offer on this house. Just my 2 cents. But there may be others who want to take on this project. Who knows? Keep us posted …
Why is everyone harshing on the layout of the house? What am I not seeing that’s wrong with it?
Here’s a custom (maybe) in the Shadowridge area of Vista, but in the big lots, more expensive part. I was chuckling while looking at the pictures and price, thinking ‘what an interesting specimine for the BubbleInfo blog ;).
http://www.redfin.com/CA/Vista/900-Quails-Trail-Rd-92081/home/3524184
Make that ‘specimen’. My spelling isn’t so good today 🙂
For frustrated Buyers I’d say offer 10%-15% less because the Sellers probably do have the fluff in the price.
Everybody expects a deal and a steal so you have to give it to them. If the Sellers don’t want it try someone else.
Good point on the fixers. Although I actually like the layout and setting of the house despite the power lines for $899K, why not offer $809K and close in 30 days, (this being a foreclosure might be tricker).
But to make it feel not so cheap you’d need new windows, flooring, maybe get rid of the tile roof, all elective, and then you are out of pocket another $250K. With price break call it $1,059,000 and I think you can find something better and ready to move in for that price. Tough deal, maybe it’s better go with the salt approach.
Ewac,
First, I would buy that house at that price. I would certainly change the layout. I don’t want funky step ups and downs going from room to room on the main floor. That long hallway to the master is a big waste of space too. I would move the master upstairs and make bedrooms downstairs that don’t need that long hallway.
The windows and fixtures all looked pretty cheap but I might just leave them after doing the above work.
Great video Jim.
i guess this is the true definition of failing up.
the asking price equates to a compound growth rate of about 3 1/4% a year over 23 years, allowing a buyer PLENTY of room to do a whole lot of restoration.