This bank-owned property MUST SELL and the bank has set an aggressive Minimum Bid of  just $299,000! The Bid Deadline for this auction is coming up on April 21st at 5:00 PM PDT so check out the auction webpage for more details, documents and photos at www.FRE.com/102.

For those of you unfamiliar with southern Orange County, San Clemente is a quiet beach town well known for its laid back surf culture and 1,296-foot long pier. San Clemente boasts two world-famous surf spots, Trestles and T-Street, that double as popular beach hangouts year round. If land sports are more for you, here’s a little snippet about the San Clemente Municipal Golf Course that describes its sprawling 18 hole course against a ocean backdrop:

The San Clemente Golf Club is a scenic, family friendly Championship 18 hole golf course where Fridays are still weekdays, walkers are still welcome and juniors are always ¬? price. Owned and operated by the City of San Clemente, the course is located approximately one mile from the Pacific Ocean and features ocean views from a number of holes. Named “Best Value in Orange County” in 2008, the rolling hills and relaxed atmosphere of the “Muni” have remained popular with local golfers for over seventy five years.

Traveling to and from San Clemente is easy and convenient, easing the burden of a daily commute. The San Diego Freeway runs parallel to San Clemente, making freeway access a breeze, and there is also an Amtrak train station in town for those looking for a more scenic, relaxing route to travel up and down California’s coast.

The Bid Deadline for this property is April 15th, 2010. If you are looking to capitalize on a spectacular opportunity in this buyer’s market, I encourage you to come visit the online auction at FRE.com for all of the property details and documentation.

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The auction for this luxurious custom estate begins onJanuary 22 andwill be held entirely online at our residential real estate website, FRE.com. That is all I can say about this exquisite coastal mansion for now, but here is some info about the home’s spectacular location in southern California’s Dana Point.

The beach town of Dana Point is situatedbetween Los Angeles and San Diego in south Orange County. Encompassing less than seven square miles, the small town of Dana Point has a well-deserved reputation for easy living, and is set against a romanticbackdrop of rolling hills and coastal bluffs.Here a few highlights to check out before we can pass alongmore specificdetails next week:

• Newly opened walking trails and funicular at The Headlands
• The Festival of Whales
• The Dana Point Harbor and its several amenities such as:
  • Two marinas
  • The Ocean Institute
  • Dozens of restaurants
• Famous beaches and surf spots like Salt Creek and Doheny State Beach
• Dozens of public parks
• The award winning Dana Hills High School

Check back in with usfor a newpost about this property next week. We’ll also have a post up explaining the differences between reserve and absolute auctions.

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While I can’t spoil all of the details before the auction campaign is underway, there are a few clues that I can share about these beautiful properties.

For starters, the auction for both of our new properties will begin on December 16th on FRE.com. What’s more, each property has a second floor view of the Newport Beach Harbor in Orange County, California!

Located in the heart of southern California coastal living, there are dozens of great restaurants and some of the West Coast’s most famous surfing within walking distance. Eateries like Blue Water Grille, the Cannery, 21 Oceanfront, Rudy’s Pub and Grill and TK Burger recently voted, “the best burgers in L.A. and the O.C.“, are just a few to name.

Be sure to check back in with us when the auction starts on December 16th, at FRE.com. In the mean time, look out for our signs during the 101st Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade!

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About this author: Casey Flynn is the Communications Manager for the LFC Group of Companies. He also coauthors on CommercialAuctionListings.com and RealEstateNoteAuctions.com

16 Genieve Harbor Ridge Real Estate Auction

Featured on the company’s residential auction website FRE.com, 16 Geneve, a well-appointed custom estate in Harbor Ridge, boasts spectacular ocean views and state-of-the-art amenities.

This exquisite custom estate home sits atop the guard-gated community of Harbor Ridge on a peaceful cul-de-sac, and offers one of the most breathtaking panoramic views in all of Newport Beach. Even in a town known for world-class ocean views, this home stands out, with stunning vistas of the city lights and Newport Harbor, not to mention nightly sunsets over the Pacific Ocean that defy description.

If the stunning views set the bar, the home’s impressive interior raises it, featuring four bedroom suites and eight bathrooms. The expansive Master Suite includes a spacious retreat, fireplace, two walk-in closets, and a palatial bathroom with marble countertops, heated floors and towel rack, as well as an enormous, computer-controlled shower and bathtub. The home’s well-appointed features include 5-inch Garrison® walnut plank floors, oversized picture windows, wood beam ceilings, exotic granite kitchen countertops, Viking® appliances and a built-in beverage center. The subterranean Bonus Room offers a comfortable sanctuary to entertain friends and family with a built-in bar, built-in flat screen TVs, 100 bottle wine storage and space for a pool table.

“Our recently-launched Must Sell® online auction program comes at a crucial time for Orange County real estate,” said Joe Rybus, Executive Vice President and Director of Residential Resales. “Although there has been an uptick in sales of moderately-priced homes, the high-end luxury market remains saturated and stagnant. Must Sell® combines aggressive marketing with universal reach to ensure each luxury home stands out from the crowd.”

Interested buyers of 16 Geneve, Harbor Ridge are encouraged to visit www.FRE.com/368D4 for specific property documentation, auction details and viewing schedule. The bid deadline is October 20, 2009.

Enjoy the resort lifestyle at an unbelievable price!

The Sea Villas is an exclusive collection of 18 privately-owned residences adjacent to the exquisite grounds of the world class St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort. The intimate collection offers an opportunity to live the luxurious resort lifestyle that until now has only been experienced by guests of the St. Regis. The Sea Villas offers the epitome of style and service where owners receive preferred privileges including access to the attentive service and first class amenities available at the resort. Recreational amenities include ocean view golf, tennis, shuttle access to the Monarch Bay Club, three heated pools and services within Spa Gaucin. The 18 Sea Villas residences are tastefully blended into the resort environment in an enclave overlooking the majestic fairways and spectacular resort grounds with the Pacific Ocean beyond.

Located in Dana Point, California, the Sea Villas are conveniently located to nearby Laguna Beach & Newport Beach — home to world-class shopping, dining, sporting and cultural experiences.

As a year-round beach and dining club, the private Monarch Bay Club is the place to enjoy your daily vacation. Located on one of the most beautiful crescents of beach along the coast in Dana Point, the Monarch Bay Club is close to home, yet very much removed from the stresses of daily life. Offering members an exclusive sandy beach and casually elegant clubhouse with full-service dining and banquet facilities, the Monarch Bay Club provides a host of amenities and activities for members to enjoy. Spend a summer afternoon lounging on the beach or get active with surf lessons, snorkeling or a peaceful kayak outing. The beach coordinator can assist you with whatever you desire for your beach activity.

From your loggia enjoy golf course views relaxing by your fireplace. Order resort room service or cook in your gourmet kitchen complete with Wolf appliances, Sub Zero refrigerator and granite countertops. Maid and valet service are available. Outfitted with exquisite hardwood floors, crown moldings and upgraded bathrooms, this home offers the finest resort living experience.

This single level – ground floor entry condominium offers a rare opportunity to be surrounded in world-class luxury at a bargain price!

The full details for this Online Real Estate Auction can be viewed at FRE.com

Minimum Bid: $399,000

Enjoy fantastic Back Bay and city light views from this spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home lovingly cared for by the original owners. The home features a formal living room with wood burning fireplace, formal dining area, eat-in kitchen, master suite overlooking the view, a charming gazebo ideal for outdoor entertaining, an alarm system, newer forced air heater, newer roof, security system and a large three-car, attached garage with epoxy floors and tons of storage.

This charming, one story home is located on a premium street in Dover Shores within close proximity to the Newport Beach Aquatic Center, three award winning schools, Mariners Library, shopping, restaurants and the Back Bay nature trails. Homeowners in this exclusive community of 310 homes enjoy access to 3 private beaches equipped with one basketball court, two volleyball courts, gas barbecue, picnic tables, restroom facilities, children’s playground and a summer lifeguard who shows weekly movies during the summer months. Community activities include an Easter egg hunt, Halloween costume contest for children, end of summer adult beach party and annual social – homeowners’ meeting.

The full details for this Online Real Estate Auction can be viewed at FRE.com

Minimum Bid: $1,095,000

This stunning custom home offers sophistication, elegance and privacy with the state-of-the-art appliances and utmost quality rarely seen in the Heights.

No details have been spared. They include library, media room, 4 car garage, large island kitchen with 7′ butler pantry, wine cellar, breakfast nook, Thermadore Professional Series appliances, 48″ refrigerator, 6 burner range, 3 ovens, dual dishwasher, warming drawer, 3 fireplaces, custom ironwork, stone/granite counters throughout, wirebrushed plank oak distressed flooring downstairs, wired for stereo and media, huge master suite with large retreat, extra large shower, huge walk-in closet with built-in cabinets and counters, 3 heating and a/c units, tile roofing with copper gutters and professionally landscaped.

Newport Heights is located in the heart of Newport Beach with close proximity to beaches, shops and parks.

Each of the home’s three bathrooms features Durango travertine slab countertops, Kohler® bathtubs and glass shower doors.

Other amenities include an in home security system, subterranean parking with individual storage unit, upstairs hook-up for stacking washer/dryer, patio area, and an elevator in the subterranean parking lot.

The full details for this Online Real Estate Auction can be viewed at FRE.com

Minimum Bid: $1,850,000

Minutes from both the Hollywood Bowl and Sunset Boulevard, this delightful townhome brings a modern elegance into the heart of the historic Hollywood Dell; one of L.A.’s hippest neighborhoods. The exterior fa?ßades designed by award-winning colorist Miriam Tate, combines multi-hued pastels and white trim with a classic, Craftsmen style.

As you enter the solid custom 8 ft. door on the first floor, the airy living space naturally flows along the Durango travertine honed flooring into the kitchen. The design opens up the cozy, European inspired home for entertaining. The kitchen includes Kitchen Aid® Architect II stainless steel series appliances, a Kohler® stainless steel farmhouse sink and Santa Cecilla granite countertops. The cabinets are custom Italian shaker style, adding a touch of softness to the subtle modernity of the stainless steel appliances.

The crisp white border panels on the exterior of the development compliment its bright and neutral colored interior. Each room in the home is brightly lit and complemented by custom low energy, dual-panel, Pella windows.

A rich hardwood stairwell, complete with wrought iron railing, leads upstairs to two fully carpeted bedrooms, each with a vaulted ceiling and private bathroom. The second story’s lavish master bedroom includes a luxurious bathroom with dual sinks, spacious walk-in closet as well as a sliding door closet.

Each of the home’s three bathrooms features Durango travertine slab countertops, Kohler® bathtubs and glass shower doors.

Other amenities include an in home security system, subterranean parking with individual storage unit, upstairs hook-up for stacking washer/dryer, patio area, and an elevator in the subterranean parking lot.

The full details for this Online Real Estate Auction can be viewed at FRE.com

Minimum Bid: $399,000