Friday recent sales report

Here's a survey of a few of the properties in the area that have recently changed hands. Remember, these are the sales prices only and do not include any incentives or other deals.

56 Via Regalo, San Clemente 92673
Sales price: $670,000
Sales date: 9-15-2009
Previous sales price: $912,000
Gain/loss: -$242.000
Previous sales date: 4-19-2006
Listing description snippet: Ocean and hills views from this prestigious community nestled in the hills of talega!!Walking distance to pool and park!!This home is a must see!

32212 Azores, Dana Point 92629
Sales price: $1,800,000
Sales date: 9-14-2009
Previous sales price: $2,040,000
Gain/loss: -$240,000
Previous sales date: 7-05-2005
Listing description snippet: Private end of the cul-de-sac home on one of the development's largest usable lots. Terraced yard with mature trees, grassy areas, view decks, pool & spa and bbq center, all with views of the city lights, valley and saddleback mountain. Gated front yard and brick driveway leads to this updated and remodeled cozy cape cod styled home. French doors line the back of the home open to the peaceful but entertaining backyard.

29416 Cherrywood, San Juan 92675
Sales price: $309,900
Sales date: 9-11-2009
Previous sales price: $600,000
Gain/loss: -$290,100
Previous sales date: 12-27-2006
Listing description snippet: Single level home with new paint and carpet and remodeled kitchen with new cabinets, granite counters and new appliances. Ceramic tile floors throughout the living areas, large living room with vaulted ceiling, dining area adjacent to the kitchen and new counters, sinks and faucets in the bathrooms. Sliding glass doors open onto covered patio area, single car attached garage plus carport and fenced side and back yard. Home is on a corner lot with only 1 shared wall and no property behind or to the side.

1089 Madison, Laguna Beach 92651
Sales price: $1,500,000
Sales date: 9-12-2009
Previous sales price: $1,150,000
Gain/loss: $350,000
Previous sales date: 5-14-2004
Listing description snippet: Contemporary laguna beach model perfect home in picturesque and historic rancho laguna. This amazing 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home features large glass window walls with canyon and ocean views. All new stainless appliances, hardwood cabinetry, granite counter tops, designer selected plumbing hardware, stone and custom tile accents throughout, make this a truely remarkable home. Located on an oversized lot, this private residence is like a brand new home newly remodeled from the wood framing up.