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Why Young Families are Buying at the Beach
There's a presumption that the only SCV residents buying second homes in Ventura County are folks in their 50s and 60s - but the truth is that more and more young people are securing their family's future with the beach home of their dreams, too.
They want their kids to grow up with family-centered traditions in a place they can all call home. Weekends at the beach house, special holidays on the sand and birthdays on the boat are becoming part of their family's culture. Plus, these savvy buyers are using their second homes as a smart investment, renting the properties when they're not able to visit themselves.
Think you can't afford a beach escape? Think again - there are properties available for nearly every budget.
Keith & Arlene Keller Williams Ventura County 805-338-3363


Santa Clarita Beauty with RV Parking
So much space: You won't want to miss this updated five-bedroom, bonus room, three-bath home with over 3,000 square feet of living space and RV parking.
What a stunner: Vaulted ceilings, gorgeous lighting and an elegant staircase leads you to the primary suite where you will find the most amazing mountain views and a spa-like bathroom. The kitchen is bright and open with beautiful granite countertops and a center island connecting to the family room where you can enjoy a cozy fireplace. Every room has plenty of natural light and plantation shutters to give the home a perfect touch of class.
A place for everyone: There are three additional bedrooms upstairs and downstairs you'll find the fifth bedroom with a full bath as well as a bonus room that can be an office, den or additional sixth bedroom if needed.
Get outside: The pool-size backyard is perfect for entertaining with additional space on the side for RV parking. This lovely home is close to amazing schools and parks; the area is very private with very little traffic and there's no HOA or Mello Roos.
Craig Martin's Home of the Month is located at
14230 Arches Lane in Santa Clarita and listed at $998,800. Experience it for yourself with an online tour at 14230arches.com. Craig is number one in his office in sales and ranks in the top 1 percent of Realtors in Santa Clarita. He was also featured on TLC's "Flip That House" and recently on "Yahoo! Finance" as a top California Realtor. 466-4663