Escondido Real Estate - Michael Crews Development News

Michael Crews Sells out of Cityscape; One Left at El Norte

2009-04-02T10:34:00.000-07:00

Michael Crews Development has sold out of its Cityscape neighborhood in downtown Escondido. This 14-unit rowhome community garnered national and international recognition last summer. The final home closed in February 2009.

The company only has one home left to sell at the El Norte Park neighborhood. A previous model, the Xavier floorplan at El Norte offers 2,950 square feet of living space with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and a 2.5 car garage. It is priced from $499,900-$529,900.

Interested buyers should contact Mark Connal at 760-535-6168 or markc@michaelcrews.com.

As always, additional information can be found at http://www.michaelcrews.com/.

El Norte Featured in The Boulevard Magazine

2008-10-03T11:45:00.000-07:00

Builder Closeout

2008-10-03T10:20:00.000-07:00

Only 2 homes left at El Norte Park in Escondido!

Priced at just $549,900 with No Mello Roos Ever!

Don't miss out on your opportunity to buy a new 2,885 square foot home in Escondido for just $549,900! At this price, the homes won't be around for long! Call Michael Crews Development today and schedule an exclusive tour, or stop by the Sales Office daily between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m.

The new homes at El Norte Park are situated on minimum 10,000 square foot lots and offer 2,885 square feet of luxurious living space. These two-story homes include 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3-car garages and upscale standard features.

This prime Escondido real estate is conveniently located near shopping, recreation (Dixon Lake is right up the road), and provides easy freeway access to both Highway 78 and Interstate 15. There are no HOA or Mello-Roos.

To get to El Norte Park, from I-15, exit on El Norte Parkway and head east approximately 3 miles. The El Norte Park neighborhood is on the left side of El Norte Parkway at the intersection of Midway Drive .For more information on Michael Crews Development, visit our Website at http://www.michaelcrews.com/, or call 760-751-1212. -One Day Only!Any Offer! Any Home!--
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Local Developer Offers 2 Homes For Price Of 1 - San Diego News Story - KGTV San Diego

2008-06-20T12:51:00.000-07:00

Local Developer Offers 2 Homes For Price Of 1 - San Diego News Story - KGTV San Diego

Michael Crews on the Today Show

2008-06-20T12:44:00.000-07:00

Local Developer Offers 2 Homes For Price Of 1

2008-06-03T14:02:00.000-07:00

As featured on Channel 10 News San Diego Friday, May 23, 2008

Local Developer Offers 2 Homes For Price Of 1
-Michael Gleeson, Digital Correspondent

If you're looking for a bargain, the deals are out there. However, one particular deal takes the cake.

"We thought, 'Why does it just have to be on Pop Tarts and restaurants? Why not buy one home, get one free,'" said Dawn Berry of Michael Crews Development.

Michael Crews Development is offering new, 2000-square foot cityscape row-homes worth $400,000 in Escondido for free -- if you buy one Royal View Estate home in San Pasqual Valley starting at $1.6 million.

"You know it's a straight-up legit deal; no prices have been increased, there are no hidden costs. Michael is just giving away a free home for people that buy at Royal View," said Berry.

Adam Rossman of Michael Crews Development added, "People have been coming in saying, 'How can you do this?' Well, it's our way of dealing with current market conditions to move some inventory."

Foreclosures flooding the market are driving prices down, but this promotion is about creating a buzz and targeting investors looking at high-end properties.

Some of the homes include cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, Viking appliances, wine racks, 1,400-foot six-car garages, RV garages, pools and Jacuzzi tubs.

Berry said, "Buy a 4,000-square foot home at Royal View and they get an extra 2,000 square feet to do as they please, be that renting it out for investment property or be that letting their kids have a place."
So, it's time to call your parents to see if they're interested in moving to San Diego.

Keep in mind, buyers purchasing one home and getting the second free still need to pay property taxes on both.

http://www.10news.com/news/16379514/detail.html

Michael Crews offers two homes for the price of one

2008-05-15T15:10:00.000-07:00

Now through May 31, 2008, Michael Crews Development is offering a Buy One New Home, Get a 2nd New Home FREE promotion! Buyers at the company’s Royal View neighborhood in the beautiful San Pasqual Valley will receive a 2nd new home FREE at Michael Crews Development’s Cityscape neighborhood in Escondido.

“This is a great investment opportunity for buyers who might like a second home for their children, parents, grandparents and guests,” said Adam Rossman, Broker Associate for Michael Crews Development. “It also makes the perfect rental property.”

Rossman adds that there are no buried costs or price increases associated with the promotion. Michael Crews Development offers some of the finest real estate in San Diego County. Current new home neighborhoods include El Norte Park, Center Stage, Gretna Green, Cityscape and Royal View – all in Escondido.

Get more for less at Michael Crews Development’s Center Stage neighborhood off Idaho Avenue and Purdum Lane. Center Stage offers three new homes situated on near half-acre lots ranging from 2,885 to 3,492 square feet. The homes have 4 to 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4-car garages, and convenient access to both Highway 78 and I-15.

Located in a quaint cul-de-sac, El Norte Park is ideal for any family! This magnificent group of new single and two-story homes is just off El Norte Parkway. Homes range from 2,885 to 2,950 square feet with 4 to 5 bedrooms, 2.5 to 3 baths and up to a 3-car garage.
Dining, shopping, recreation and a high ranked school district detail the new homes at Gretna Green. With North County Fair Mall, Kit Carson Park, Lake Hodges and more next door, these two multi-level homes feature 3,704 square feet, 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 4-car garages.

Only six homes remain at the trendy Cityscape neighborhood located off Escondido’s Midway Drive and Grand Avenue. These row-homes offer 2,071 square feet of elegance and style. Each home has 4 bedrooms (optional den), 2.5 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage. Don’t miss out on your chance to own one of these incredible homes!

Rounding out the Escondido properties is the gated Royal View neighborhood in the San Pasqual Valley. These exclusive, single-level estate homes are situated on minimum two-acre lots ranging from 3,487 to 4,164 square feet with 4 bedrooms, 4 baths and up to 6-car garages. Select lots include motor home garages and swimming pools. An individual lot for a custom home is also available for sale.

And remember, if you buy one at Royal View, you get one FREE at Cityscape! Call a Sales Associate for details and be sure to ask about the Trade Up Program available at all Michael Crews Development neighborhoods.

Michael Crews’ emphasis on quality is apparent with top-of-the-line amenities included in each home such as stainless steel GE Profile appliances, granite-slab kitchen countertops, fireplaces, two-toned paint, mirrored closet doors, Porcelain-over-steel tubs in secondary bathrooms, structured multimedia wiring, slab-travertine countertops in the bathrooms and laundry room, designer lighting, Porcelain tile flooring and more.

The Corporate Sales Office is open daily at El Norte Park in Escondido from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Models are also open for tours at various neighborhoods from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily (except Thursdays). To get to El Norte Park, from I-15, exit on El Norte Parkway and head east approximately 3 miles. The El Norte Park neighborhood is on the left side of El Norte Parkway at the intersection of Midway Drive. The Michael Crews Development Sales Office can be reached at 760-751-1212, or visit us online at http://www.michaelcrews.com/.

San Diego Real Estate: Featuring new homes in Escondido

2008-04-23T10:09:00.000-07:00

Michael Crews Development offers the best in San Diego real estate and is currently featuring several new homes in Escondido. You must tour these Escondido new homes and see their amazing neighborhoods!

Current new home neighborhoods include El Norte Park, Center Stage, Gretna Green, Cityscape and Royal View. Each new neighborhood offers something great for San Diego real estate.
Escondido is a delightful community full of recreation, family and fun. Conveniently sprawled along the 15 and 78 Freeways, this city bustles with energy and promise. There is art. There is class. There are hiking trails, lakes and parks. There are stores, movie theaters, restaurants, pubs, and more.

Don’t miss a trip to San Diego’s Wild Animal Park in Escondido’s San Pasqual Valley, or Cruising Grand which is held every Friday on Grand Avenue. It’s great for anyone – you don’t need to be a car enthusiast.

And if you like what Escondido has to offer, perhaps you might consider living there, and Michael Crews Development has the perfect home!!

Get more for less at Michael Crews Development’s Center Stage neighborhood off Idaho Avenue and Purdum Lane. Center Stage offers five new homes situated on near half-acre lots ranging from 2,885 to 3,704 square feet. The homes have 4 to 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4-car garages, and convenient access to both Highway 78 and I-15.

Located in a quaint cul-de-sac, El Norte Park is ideal for any family! This magnificent group of new single and two-story homes is just off El Norte Parkway. Homes range from 2,784 to 2,950 square feet with 4 to 5 bedrooms, 2.5 to 3 baths and up to a 3-car garage.

Dining, shopping, recreation and a high ranked school district detail the new homes at Gretna Green. With North County Fair Mall, Kit Carson Park, Lake Hodges and more next door, these two-story homes feature 2,885 to 3,704 square feet, 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 4-car garages.

Only five homes remain at the trendy Cityscape neighborhood located off Escondido’s Midway Drive and Grand Avenue.

These row-homes offer 2,071 square feet of elegance and style. Each home has 4 bedrooms (optional den), 2.5 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage. Don’t miss out on your chance to own one of these incredible homes!

Rounding out the Escondido properties is the gated Royal View neighborhood in the San Pasqual Valley. These exclusive, single-level estate homes are situated on minimum two-acre lots ranging from 3,487 to 4,164 square feet with 4 to 5 bedrooms, and up to 6-car garages. Select lots include motor home garages and pools. Individual lots are also available for sale.

Be sure to ask about the Trade Up Program available at all Michael Crews Development neighborhoods.

The Corporate Sales Office is open daily at El Norte Park in Escondido from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Models are open for tours at various neighborhoods from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily (except Thursdays).

The Michael Crews Development Sales Office can be reached at 760-751-1212, or visit us online at http://www.michaelcrews.com/.

Michael Crews Development’s Exclusive Umbrella of Resources

2008-04-08T14:09:00.000-07:00

The exclusive Michael Crews Development umbrella of real estate resources makes it easy for anyone to move into a new home and lock in current interest rates. With mortgage, escrow, resale and new home building divisions, Michael Crews Development can handle the home-buying process from start to finish and get you into the home of your dreams.

Mortgage:

Paul Russell, Home Mortgage Consultant of Wells Fargo Home Mortgage , will tailor a loan to meet your long-term financial objectives. With Triple Diamond Mortgage’s long-term lock program, you can lock in your current interest rate for the duration of your loan.
“Our program is extremely beneficial when you consider that a one percent rate increase on a $500,000 loan will raise your mortgage payment approximately $320 a month,” Russell said. “The time to buy is now.” http://www.michaelcrews.com/Triple_Diamond_Mortgage/index.html

Escrow:

With an extremely close business relationship with Heritage Escrow, Michael Crews Development is able to eliminate extra steps you may be forced to make when buying from other homebuilders. Michael Crews Development professionals work closely with your escrow officer to close on your new home in the most efficient and hassle-free way possible.

Resale:

If you need a bigger home, but have to sell your old one first, contact the Michael Crews Development Resale Team. Resale Associates, Gary and Hildy Connal, will work together to sell your current home so you can upgrade to a beautiful new Michael Crews model. As proud owners of a Michael Crews home themselves, the Connal’s have the answers to all your questions.

http://www.michaelcrews.com/realty/index.html

New Home Sales:
There’s a home for everybody with Michael Crews Development. The Sales Team at Michael Crews Development will walk you through various floor plans and communities to find a home within your price range and match it to your lifestyle. Michael Crews homes offer everything from school and golf communities, to quiet, country neighborhoods.
New home prices start at just $399,900. Current neighborhoods are available at Cityscape, Center Stage, El Norte, Royal View and Gretna Green in Escondido.
For more information go to http://www.michaelcrews.com/ or call the main office at 760-749-1919.

Local Homebuilder focuses on Escondido Real Estate

2008-04-08T10:51:00.000-07:00

“North San Diego County is a destination for today’s new homeowners, and nobody knows North County like Michael Crews,” said David Bennett, Michael Crews Development Sales Associate. “We are currently focusing on our new homes in Escondido where we offer everything from two-story row-homes, to large luxury homes.”

Michael Crews Development’s new homes range from 1,568 square foot flats to 4,164 square foot estate homes. These beautiful single-family residences include spacious gourmet kitchens for entertaining, high quality standard features and amenities, and open living quarters that welcome comfort and relaxation.
“Our homes are the epitome of luxury for San Diego real estate, and we have a customer service program that can’t be touched,” Bennett said. “In fact, many of our homebuyers are repeat customers because they trust the service and the superior quality of construction. Mr. Crews is on-site each week making sure his homes are being built to his high standards.” http://www.michaelcrews.com/Web_Videos/Crews_Control.html

Michael Crews is North County’s local homebuilder. Born and raised in Escondido, he has been masterfully constructing luxury homes throughout North San Diego County for more than 28 years.

Current new homes in Escondido include Gretna Green, Cityscape, Center Stage, El Norte Park and Royal View in Escondido.
“Stop by a Sales Office today and find the perfect home and location for you and your family,” says Adam Rossman, Michael Crews Development Sales Associate. “Models are now open for tours at several of our Sales Offices.”
Sales Offices are open daily at El Norte Park from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Model home hours vary at our other sites. Call the Sales Office for details.
To get to El Norte Park, from I-15, exit on El Norte Parkway and head East. Turn left on Midway Drive into the El Norte Park neighborhood. Watch for sign twirlers and look for Open House signs and our big red balloon!
Call the Sales Office at 760-751-1212 for more information on Michael Crews Development. You may also visit us online at http://www.michaelcrews.com/

Models open: tour single and two-story luxury new homes at Michael Crews Development

2008-03-21T13:08:00.000-07:00

Buy a new home in Escondido NOW - homes at Cityscape, Gretna Green, El Norte Park, Center Stage and Royal View are Move-In Ready!
With 2,071 square feet of luxury, including 4 bedrooms (optional den), 2.5 baths and a 2-car garage, the stylish new row-homes at Cityscape offer an incredibly convenient location for any and all things Escondido.
“It’s very easy to get around this friendly neighborhood,” says David Bennett, Michael Crews Development Sales Associate. “Cityscape is on the corner of Midway Drive and Grand Avenue. Escondido’s quaint yet vibrant downtown is just east on Grand Avenue, and the bustling activity of Valley Parkway is only a few blocks away providing restaurants, shopping, banking and schools all within walking distance. The bus-stop is also readily accessible for patrons who prefer public transportation.”

“We have a variety of beautiful single and two-story floor plans available at Royal View including the popular Heston floorplan” said Adam Rossman, Michael Crews Development Sales Associate. “These homes provide luxury, comfort and a great location near top-ranked schools and recreation,”
The Heston models feature 2,748 square feet with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths and a 3 or 4 car garage.

Michael Crews is North County’s local homebuilder. Born and raised in Escondido, he has been masterfully constructing luxury homes throughout North San Diego County for 27 years. http://www.michaelcrews.com/Web_Videos/Recognition_Growth.html

Sales Offices are open daily at El Norte Park from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and vary at other neighborhoods. Call the Sales Office at 760-751-1212 for more information on Michael Crews Development. You may also visit us online at http://www.michaelcrews.com/

San Diego real estate - Brand New Homes in Escondido

2008-03-04T10:28:00.000-08:00

Michael Crews Development currently has five new neighborhoods with brilliant new homes in Escondido. Projects include El Norte Park, Center Stage, Gretna Green, Cityscape and Royal View. http://www.michaelcrews.com/IMAGES/Maps/direction_maps/neighbormap_guide_9-25-07.pdf
Sales are picking up at El Norte Park! Located in a quaint cul-de-sac, El Norte Park is ideal for any family! This magnificent group of new single and two-story homes is just off El Norte Parkway in Escondido. Homes range from 2,784 to 2,950 square feet with 4 to 5 bedrooms, 2.5 to 3 baths and up to a 3-car garage.
Just three homes remain at Center Stage! Center Stage, off Idaho Avenue and Purdum Lane, includes five new homes situated on near half-acre lots ranging from 2,885 to 3,704 square feet. The homes have 4 to 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 4-car garages. Located near the beautiful San Pasqual Valley, Center Stage provides picturesque views of rolling palm-covered hills, with access to both Highway 78 and I-15.

Two homes left at Gretna Green! Dining, shopping, recreation and a high ranked school district detail the new homes at Gretna Green. With North County Fair Mall, Kit Carson Park, Lake Hodges and more next door, these two-story homes feature 2,885 to 3,704 square feet, 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 4-car garages.

Just six homes remain at the trendy Cityscape neighborhood located off Escondido’s Midway Drive and Grand Avenue. These row-homes offer 2,071 square feet of elegance and style. Each home has 4 bedrooms (optional den), 2.5 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage.

Rounding out the Escondido properties is the gated Royal View neighborhood in the San Pasqual Valley. These exclusive, single-level luxury estate homes are situated on minimum two-acre lots ranging from 3,487 to 4,164 square feet with 4 to 5 bedrooms, and up to 6-car garages. Select lots include motor home garages and pools. Individual lots are also available for sale.Michael Crews’ emphasis on quality is apparent with top-of-the-line amenities included in each home such as stainless steel GE Profile appliances, granite-slab kitchen countertops, fireplaces, two-toned paint, mirrored closet doors, Porcelain-over-steel tubs in secondary bathrooms, structured multimedia wiring, slab-travertine countertops in the bathrooms and laundry room, designer lighting, Porcelain tile flooring and more.

The Corporate Sales Office is open daily at El Norte Park in Escondido from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Models are open for tours at various neighborhoods from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily (except Thursdays).

To get to El Norte Park, from I-15, exit on El Norte Parkway and head east approximately 3 miles. The El Norte Park neighborhood is on the left side of El Norte Parkway at the intersection of Midway Drive.The Michael Crews Development Sales Office can be reached at 760-751-1212, or visit us online at http://www.michaelcrews.com/.

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New Homes in Escondido

2008-02-13T11:34:00.001-08:00

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California's housing slump speeds recovery for wildfire victims

2008-02-05T14:45:00.000-08:00

SAN DIEGO -- The housing slump is spreading gloom through the economy, but it's turned out to be a silver lining for thousands of Southern Californians who lost homes in last October's wildfires.
Families have their pick of builders. Idled subdivision builders are willing to take on single-home projects. One developer is taking burned lots as down payments on new tract homes that aren't selling.

More than 1,000 foreclosed houses repossessed by banks are up for auction in fire-ravaged areas.

"Daily we get flyers in the mail from people wanting our business," said John Vehar, 56, an AT&T Inc. project manager who lost his home in Ramona, north of San Diego.

The abundance of unsold houses and underemployed builders and contractors has helped Southern California get off to a fast recovery after nearly 2,200 homes were destroyed from north of Los Angeles south to the Mexican border. Flames charred about 800 square miles and killed 10 people.

Insurers are putting money in people's pockets. They have doled out $1.27 billion to cover wildfire damage, more than half the total claims of $2.26 billion. Industry watchdogs say companies may be trying to avoid lengthy payment disputes that dogged them after Southern California's massive wildfires in October 2003.

"This is the fastest ever - they're writing the check and getting out of Dodge," said George Kehrer, a lawyer at Community Assisting Recovery, a nonprofit group that counsels wildfire victims.

The state insurance commissioner has received only 138 complaints about wildfire coverage. Only 22 relate to underpayment by insurers, far fewer than in 2003.

Southern California, once one of the hottest housing markets in the country, was already suffering a severe housing slump that has only deepened since the fires. Home sales in a six-county swath were at their lowest in 20 years in December, according to research firm DataQuick Information Systems. New home construction is at a standstill.

The median home price in Southern California fell to $425,000 last month, the lowest since February 2005. With potential buyers pinched by the tightening credit or waiting for prices to fall even lower, fire victims flush with cash from insurance payouts are prime targets.

"In a slow time for homebuilding, it's a way for us to keep our people employed," said Mick Pattinson, chief executive officer of builder Barratt American, which is soliciting heavily in the Rancho Bernardo area of San Diego. "We hope to get our share."

It's a stark contrast to 2003, when nearly 3,600 homes were destroyed and the displaced were forced to compete for builders and contractors amid the housing boom.
"Nobody wanted us," said Karen Reimus, who owned one of 312 homes destroyed in San Diego's Scripps Ranch area in 2003.

As in previous disasters, the recovery is moving unevenly. In the seaside enclave of Malibu, near Los Angeles, where homes were lost in October's fires and again in November, rebuilding is slowed by state restrictions on coastal construction. City officials said they weren't aware of any burned-out residents planning to move away.

In the San Bernardino Mountains, many of the more than 400 decimated lots are still covered in debris and buried by snow, but one contractor has his house framed.

Reconstruction appears to be moving fastest in San Diego County, where one destroyed property has been replaced with a prefabricated home and at least 20 more have broken ground.

It has become easier for Californians to use insurance checks to move elsewhere, instead of rebuilding on their burned lots. After the 2003 fires, insurers were required to pay only policy minimums to customers who wanted to move. Under a new state law, they must pay whatever the policy will cover to rebuild on the burned lot.

"Right now the market is such that you can buy a house for a lot less than you can build one, especially with construction costs up," said Chris Hasvold, a broker in fire-struck Fallbrook, north of San Diego. "The appeal of moving elsewhere is that you can get on with your life."
One couple recently swapped their burned lot in Escondido, about 40 miles north of downtown San Diego, for a $250,000 credit on a new $700,000 tract house nearby. They moved in just before Christmas.

"If we didn't have standing inventory, we wouldn't make this offer," said Mark Connal, sales director for Michael Crews Development, which is negotiating similar trades with other families. He said he expected to hold on to the burned lots until the market recovers.

Frank Monticello, a financial manager at Hewlett-Packard Co., considered selling his burned lot on the Rancho Bernardo street where he and his wife have lived for two years. Then a developer offered to build a custom home for about the same price he would pay for an older house in the area.

Monticello negotiated a lower price once he learned the builder was selling similar floor plans in Riverside County at a substantial discount.

"We could probably wring some more out of them if we wait, but we really want to get going here," said Monticello, whose wife, Cheryl, gave birth to their second daughter shortly after the fires. "If things go perfectly we'll be in by Thanksgiving but we just want to be home by Christmas."

By ALLISON HOFFMAN - Associated Press Writer

http://www.michaelcrews.com/Web_Videos/Fire/12_18_07_firestorm_video.html

For Sales information please call: (760) 751-1212.

Michael Crews’ Center Stage steals Escondido’s real esate spotlight

2008-01-30T15:52:00.000-08:00

Center Stage, by Michael Crews Development, is one of Escondido’s best new home neighborhoods and includes an exclusive new floor plan!

“Center Stage features everything new homebuyers could want,” said Adam Rossman, Michael Crews Development Sales Associate. “This neighborhood offers top value for the dollar. We’re talking high-quality homes, loaded with standard features, in a great location, starting in the $600,000s. These spacious homes are fully fenced with front and rear landscaping making for nice, cozy yards. Value like this is hard to find.”
Each luxurious new home at Center Stage is situated on a near half-acre lot, and provides beautiful, picturesque views of Escondido’s palm-covered hills and valleys. The homes range from 2,885 to 3,704 square feet, with 4 to 5 bedrooms, 3 baths and up to a 4-car garage.

http://www.michaelcrews.com/floorplans/H6_photos.html

“We actually have introduced a brand new floorplan designed specifically for this neighborhood,” Rossman said. “The Heston VI model is definitely something to see. It’s 3,492 square feet with 4 bedrooms (optional den), 3 baths and a 4-car garage. It features a spacious patio and deck with great views.”

Michael Crews Development is known for its top-of-the-line amenities such as stainless steel GE Profile appliances, mirrored closet doors, granite-slab kitchen countertops, Porcelain-over-steel tubs in secondary bathrooms, structured multimedia wiring, slab-travertine countertops in the bathrooms and laundry room, designer lighting, Porcelain tile flooring and more!
If you buy now, you may be able to trade in your current home for a new home with Michael Crews Development’s Guaranteed Trade Program! The Guaranteed Trade Program is available on select homes at select neighborhoods. Conditions apply – ask a Sales Associate for details by calling

760-751-1212.

Sales Offices are open daily at El Norte Park in Escondido from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Offices are also open daily (except Thursdays) from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Center Stage, Gretna Green, Cityscape and Royal View in Escondido.

To get to El Norte Park, from I-15, exit on El Norte Parkway and head east approximately 3 miles. The El Norte Park neighborhood is on the left side of El Norte Parkway at the intersection of Midway Drive.
Call the Sales Office at 760-751-1212 for more information. You may also visit us online at http://www.michaelcrews.com/ to tour new homes and sign up for our weekly e-newsletter.

HARD WORK- Sucess Made Easy

2008-01-18T15:36:00.000-08:00

An Award-Winning Book

Michael Crews' book, HARD WORK: Success Made Easy was nationally recognized as a semi-finalist in the 2005 Independent Publisher Book Awards (IPPY Awards). The book was one of only 12 titles chosen in the business/career/sales category. The Independent Publisher Book Awards honors titles published by independent authors and publishers. Established as the first awards program open exclusively to independents, more than 1,000 "IPPYs" have been awarded to publishers, drawing in entries from around the world.

HARD WORK also earned first place in the business category at the 2005 San Diego Book Awards. Launched in 1993, the San Diego Book Awards Association honors excellence in the San Diego County writing community, and promotes the advancement of literacy. The association recognizes local writers in 20 different categories, both published and non-published works.
Ordering Info -HARD WORK: Success Made Easy - Available in hard cover and audio versions at bookstores & Amazon.com

Synopsis -

It's time to give up hoping and praying and wishing and waiting for an immediate, rags-to-riches success story. If you want bonafide, genuine and rewarding success, you have to make an honest effort. That's exactly what San Diego native Michael Crews did, and his hard work has landed him in the elite class of multi-millionaires with one of the fastest growing real estate companies in America. Through his book, Michael wants others to learn how hard work earns success.
At age 19, Michael Crews, then a real estate salesman, enthusiastically resolved to work harder than everybody else. If other sales reps made 50 phone calls, Michael Crews made 75. When nobody wanted to give up their Saturdays to work, Michael Crews worked every single one. When everyone else was simply getting the job done, Michael Crews was getting it done the best way possible. It wasn't over night. It wasn't in a week. It wasn't even in a few years, but over time, good, old-fashioned, hard work paid off for Michael Crews, president of Michael Crews Development, a large real estate development company in southern California. Crews' book, HARD WORK: Success Made Easy, is a hot item among business professionals, college students and anyone who is looking to succeed in life. According to Crews, all a person needs are the right "Crews Controls" and the right work ethic.

In HARD WORK, Michael Crews reveals these tools. The 16 fundamental concepts that have helped him succeed ("Crews Controls") simultaneously tie in to various personal stories and examples of how each one has benefited him in life.

Testimonials -

Michael's "Crews Controls" are already propelling readers.
“I am going through a period of personal upbuilding with my new ministry venture. I feel like I am trying to build the ministry on the principles Michael writes about in his book. It helped clarify the goals I am working toward." -Jim Adkins, Pastor, President and Founder of Let's Talk USA!

"HARD WORK was not hard to read. Simply put, when you work really hard, you can produce success." -Tom Ward, CEO, Barton Protective Services, Inc (one of Fortune's "100 Best Companies To Work For")

"Michael's enthusiasm, energy and wit have made him by far the most popular guest speaker in my class. He openly shares the lessons that helped him achieve his success and throughout each semester, students often refer to "Michael" as if he was an old friend." -Jim Chagala, Adjunct Professor, San Diego State University

Whether you wish to gain financial success, economical success or personal success, HARD WORK will help attain it. It will help set goals and reach them. It will challenge you to go above the norm, set higher standards and to do what other people won't do because they refuse to work hard. It will inspire you, and help inspire those around you.

HARD WORK: Success Made Easy - Available in hard cover and audio versions at bookstores & Amazon.com

Local Homebuilder focuses on Escondido Real Estate

2008-01-17T15:43:00.000-08:00

foot estate homes. These beautiful single-family residences include spacious gourmet kitchens for entertaining, high quality standard features and amenities, and open living quarters that welcome comfort and relaxation.

“Our homes are the epitome of luxury for San Diego real estate, and we have a customer service program that can’t be touched,” Bennett said. “In fact, many of our homebuyers are repeat customers because they trust the service and the superior quality of construction. Mr. Crews is on-site each week making sure his homes are being built to his high standards.” http://www.michaelcrews.com/Web_Videos/Crews_Control.html

Michael Crews is North County’s local homebuilder. Born and raised in Escondido, he has been masterfully constructing luxury homes throughout North San Diego County for more than 28 years.

Current new homes in Escondido include Gretna Green, Cityscape, Center Stage, El Norte Park and Royal View in Escondido. http://www.michaelcrews.com/New_Homes/sandiego/sandiego_map.html

“Stop by a Sales Office today and find the perfect home and location for you and your family,” says Adam Rossman, Michael Crews Development Sales Associate. “Models are now open for tours at several of our Sales Offices.”

Sales Offices are open daily at El Norte Park from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Model home hours vary at our other sites. Call the Sales Office for details.

To get to El Norte Park, from I-15, exit on El Norte Parkway and head East. Turn left on Midway Drive into the El Norte Park neighborhood. Watch for sign twirlers and look for Open House signs and our big red balloon!

Call the Sales Office at 760-751-1212 for more information on Michael Crews Development. You may also visit us online at http://www.michaelcrews.com/

Luxury New Homes in Escondido

2008-01-10T10:04:00.000-08:00

Incredible homes, attractive prices at Michael Crews Development

Tour a new Michael Crews Development home today and experience quality, luxury, location and appeal - all at an extremely affordable price!

Current new home neighborhoods include El Norte Park, Center Stage, Gretna Green, Cityscape and Royal View. Each neighborhood brings a unique feeling of comfort and quality to Escondido.
Get more for less at Michael Crews Development’s Center Stage neighborhood off Idaho Avenue and Purdum Lane. Center Stage offers five new homes situated on near half-acre lots ranging from 2,885 to 3,704 square feet. The homes have 4 to 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4-car garages, and convenient access to both Highway 78 and I-15.

Only five homes remain at the trendy Cityscape neighborhood located off Escondido’s Midway Drive and Grand Avenue. These row-homes offer 2,071 square feet of elegance and style. Each home has 4 bedrooms (optional den), 2.5 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage. Don’t miss out on your chance to own one of these incredible homes!

Rounding out the Escondido properties is the gated Royal View neighborhood in the San Pasqual Valley. These exclusive, single-level estate homes are situated on minimum two-acre lots ranging from 3,487 to 4,164 square feet with 4 to 5 bedrooms, and up to 6-car garages. Select lots include motor home garages and pools. Individual lots are also available for sale.
Be sure to ask about the Trade Up Program available at all Michael Crews Development neighborhoods.

The Corporate Sales Office is open daily at El Norte Park in Escondido from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Models are open for tours at various neighborhoods from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily (except Thursdays).

Michael Crews Development is currently offering rebuilding assistance for victims of the 2007 Firestorm. If you and your family have been affected, please call Michael Crews personally on his cell phone at 760-535-8661. He is here to help.

The Michael Crews Development Sales Office can be reached at 760-751-1212, or visit us online at http://www.michaelcrews.com/.

Escondido's Local Homebuilder!

2008-01-02T16:00:00.000-08:00

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Fire Victims Trade Rather Than Build

2007-12-27T13:32:00.000-08:00

As featured in the North County Times

-San Diego's newspaper
By: ZACH FOX - Staff Writer

ESCONDIDO ---- After losing their home to the Witch Creek fire two months ago, Jack and Mary Phillips have a new home before Christmas. Now if only Santa Claus would bring some furniture.

The couple were able to trade their scorched lot and insurance payouts for free-and-clear ownership of their new Escondido home, using a program offered by Michael Crews Development. Crews is one of several local builders who are adapting their business models to help fire victims transition into new homes.

"We're not excited. I haven't been excited in months," Jack Phillips said as he surveyed his new, empty home. "We're happy and pleased to get moving forward. But the whole thing has been depressing, knowing we used to have the furniture to fill this living room."

The Phillipses received their keys Friday but will not move in until the end of January in order to first furnish the house. Michael Crews Development sold the new home for $699,900, and the company hopes to at least break even on the trade, said Mark Connal, sales director for Michael Crews Development. He said $250,000 of the sale was compensation for the burned lot.

Whether Michael Crews can profit on the trade depends on the future market for a home on the lot. The trade allows the couple to move into their new home within a matter of months rather than wait in a rental for more than a year to rebuild on the old lot. Rebuilding homes for fire victims requires a tricky balance of offering discounts and sympathy while turning a profit, builders said.And for some smaller builders, the fires offer much-needed business as they struggle to survive during the housing downturn.

"It's unfortunate that, as they say, the misery of some is the fortune of others," said Mario Landini, president of San Diego-based Innovative Development and Construction. "Business is way too slow versus the year before. ... If it wasn't for the fire, I wouldn't be meeting with anyone. It's unfortunate, but it's driving the business."

Landini said he will rebuild homes at a 10 percent discount over his normal price. The rising cost of building materials ---- in part because of increased demand from China ---- adds some ambiguity to a rebuilding process that takes many months to design and plan, said Don MacLean, corporate vice president of operations for RWR Homes.

"I can't guarantee that a year from now, (building costs) would be the same price. It probably won't be," MacLean said.

By trading their lot with Michael Crews, the Phillipses are able to avoid the guesswork of rebuilding. Several builders said they would consider similar trades but have only received interest so far from fire victims looking to rebuild on the same lot.

One of those victims is Patrick O'Sullivan, who said he wanted to stay in the same Rancho Bernardo neighborhood. O'Sullivan has decided to rebuild with Stonefield Development and never considered trading in his lot for a new home before Christmas.

"We're staying in our (rental) house. We don't want to be moving again. Our next home will be our own home on our old lot in our old address," he said.Staying in the neighborhood and rebuilding means his family will stay in a rental house for 18 months, O'Sullivan said.

Both O'Sullivan and Phillips said they selected their respective builders based on the quality work and sympathetic help.O'Sullivan said he is looking to collaborate with his neighbors and take advantage of a group rebuilding discount, something that many companies offer.

Construction companies can cut down on costs related to transporting materials and building by working on several projects in close proximity at the same time, said Nick Pappas, president of K. Hovnanian's California Coastal region. On its face, rebuilding allows companies to offer reduced prices in comparison to new homes, Pappas said. Because the builder does not need to worry about changing the land's entitlements or building infrastructure, rebuilding a burned-down home can cost as much as 40 percent less, he said.

Single-home building represents a change in K. Hovnanian's subdivision-focused business model, one that Pappas said will remain after fire victims are in their new homes. And the housing downturn makes it easier to find construction workers.

"Subcontractors want the work, desperately," he said. "When there was work going everywhere, (they) weren't interested in doing one house, they were doing subdivision work."

Contact staff writer Zach Fox at (760) 740-5412 or zfox@nctimes.com.

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Luxury Floor Plans; Upscale Escondido Real Estate

2007-12-27T13:29:00.000-08:00

Tour a new Michael Crews Development home today and experience quality, luxury, location and appeal - all at an extremely affordable price!

Current new home neighborhoods include El Norte Park, Center Stage, Gretna Green, Cityscape and Royal View. Each neighborhood brings a unique feeling of comfort and quality to Escondido.

Get more for less at Michael Crews Development’s Center Stage neighborhood off Idaho Avenue and Purdum Lane. Center Stage offers five new homes situated on near half-acre lots ranging from 2,885 to 3,704 square feet. The homes have 4 to 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4-car garages, and convenient access to both Highway 78 and I-15.

Located in a quaint cul-de-sac, El Norte Park is ideal for any family! This magnificent group of new single and two-story homes is just off El Norte Parkway. Homes range from 2,784 to 2,950 square feet with 4 to 5 bedrooms, 2.5 to 3 baths and up to a 3-car garage.

Dining, shopping, recreation and a high ranked school district detail the new homes at Gretna Green. With North County Fair Mall, Kit Carson Park, Lake Hodges and more next door, these two-story homes feature 2,885 to 3,704 square feet, 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 4-car garages.

Only five homes remain at the trendy Cityscape neighborhood located off Escondido’s Midway Drive and Grand Avenue. These row-homes offer 2,071 square feet of elegance and style. Each home has 4 bedrooms (optional den), 2.5 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage. Don’t miss out on your chance to own one of these incredible homes!

Rounding out the Escondido properties is the gated Royal View neighborhood in the San Pasqual Valley. These exclusive, single-level estate homes are situated on minimum two-acre lots ranging from 3,487 to 4,164 square feet with 4 to 5 bedrooms, and up to 6-car garages. Select lots include motor home garages and pools. Individual lots are also available for sale.

Be sure to ask about the Trade Up Program available at all Michael Crews Development neighborhoods.

Michael Crews’ emphasis on quality is apparent with top-of-the-line amenities included in each home such as stainless steel GE Profile appliances, granite-slab kitchen countertops, fireplaces, two-toned paint, mirrored closet doors, Porcelain-over-steel tubs in secondary bathrooms, structured multimedia wiring, slab-travertine countertops in the bathrooms and laundry room, designer lighting, Porcelain tile flooring and more.

The Corporate Sales Office is open daily at El Norte Park in Escondido from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Models are open for tours at various luxury neighborhoods from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily (except Thursdays).

To get to El Norte Park, from I-15, exit on El Norte Parkway and head east approximately 3 miles. The El Norte Park neighborhood is on the left side of El Norte Parkway at the intersection of Midway Drive.

Michael Crews Development is currently offering rebuilding assistance for victims of the 2007 Firestorm. If you and your family have been affected, please call Michael Crews personally on his cell phone at 760-535-8661. He is here to help. The Michael Crews Development Sales Office can be reached at 760-751-1212, or visit us online at http://www.michaelcrews.com/

Crews Rebuilding San Diego from the Fires

2007-12-27T13:25:00.000-08:00

Michael Crews Development extends a genuine and heartfelt message of sympathy and hope for fellow San Diegans who have been left homeless by the recent fires. As North County’s most trusted homebuilder, Crews says his team is ready to aid in the upcoming rebuilding efforts.

“In my 28 years of building, I have experienced extraordinary times including rebuilding from the devastating Fallbrook and Cedar fires,” Crews said. “We know what it’s like. I’ve lost several of my homes in fires…my friends, family and employees have lost their homes. Starting over is challenging, but doable.”

As a native Escondido resident, Mr. Crews is 100% committed to helping his fellow communities rebuild.

“We are currently working on programs to assist victims who have been affected by the fires, including the possibility of trading in burnt lots for a move-in ready home,” Crews said. “We have homes currently available for purchase at reduced prices, we have pre-engineered floorplans already approved by the County that we can start building now, and we have a custom home division with in-house architects to help plan and rebuild a custom residence. We are ready to help victims get back on track, and have a new place to call home as soon as possible.”

Known for his community service, Mr. Crews is willing to work with anyone who may need assistance in rebuilding. He encourages all those affected by the recent fires to call him personally on his cell phone at 760-535-8661, or call the Sales Office at 760-751-1212.

Michael Crews Development has single and two-story luxury homes available ranging from 2,071 sq. ft. to 4,072 sq. ft. The homes have up to 5 bedrooms, up to 4 baths, and up to 6-car garages. Each home includes high quality standard features such as slab-granite kitchen countertops, custom raised maple cabinetry, slab travertine countertops and backsplash in the bathrooms, Porcelain-over-steel tubs in the secondary bath, custom maple desks and cabinets in the tech center, entertaining style kitchen with GE stainless steel appliances, 18” x 18” Porcelain tile flooring in the kitchen and foyer, two-toned paint, decorative lighting and top-notch building materials throughout.

Call Michael Crews today at 760-535-8661 to find out how he may be able to help you and your family rebuild from the 2007 fires. Or stop by the corporate sales office and meet with a professional Sales Associate. The Sales Office at El Norte Park is open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The phone number is 760-751-1212.

To get to El Norte Park, from I-15 in Escondido, exit on El Norte Parkway and head east approximately 3 miles. The El Norte Park neighborhood is on the left side of El Norte Pkwy at the intersection of Midway Dr.

For more information on Michael Crews Development, visit the Website at http://www.michaelcrews.com/, or call 760-751-121

Deal directly with Michael Crews

2007-10-16T15:13:00.000-07:00

All new homebuyers interested in Escondido real estate are encouraged to stop by Michael Crews Development’s Center Stage Sales Office this Sunday, Oct. 21 from 1 – 5 p.m. to meet and deal directly with Michael Crews, President and owner of Michael Crews Development.
Mr. Crews asks that any buyer familiar with his homes and neighborhoods bring their best offer to the table.

“These negotiations work best when buyers know the neighborhood, home and Escondido real estate property they are interested in,” Crews said. “If you’ve been through our Cityscape, Center Stage, Gretna Green or El Norte neighborhood a few times, but just didn’t know if you could commit, now is the time to see me and try to make it work.”

Buyers interested in trading in and trading up will not want to miss this opportunity! With a variety of new homes in Escondido available, Crews will consider trade-ins on eligible residences from the Cityscape row-homes to the large, gated estate homes at Royal View.
In addition, Crews said that buyers can be pre-qualified on-the-spot.

“We will have our mortgage and realty professionals available to assist in putting together a deal on your new home,” Crews said.

Michael Crews Development has single and two-story luxury homes available ranging from 2,071 sq. ft. to 4,072 sq. ft. These beautiful, spacious homes have up to 5 bedrooms, up to 4 baths, and up to a 6-car garage. Each home includes high quality standard features such as slab-granite kitchen countertops, custom raised maple cabinetry, slab travertine countertops and backsplash in the bathrooms, Porcelain-over-steel tubs in the secondary bath, custom maple desks and cabinets in the tech center, entertaining style kitchen with GE stainless steel appliances, 18” x 18” Porcelain tile flooring in the kitchen and foyer, two-toned paint, decorative lighting and top-notch building materials throughout.

Crews will consider deals on any of his new homes at Gretna Green, Center Stage, El Norte Park, Cityscape and Royal View (all new homes in Escondido).

Make a deal on your new home, before someone else does - Sunday, October 21, 2007 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Center Stage Sales Center in Escondido.

To get to Center Stage, from I-15 in Escondido, exit at Via Rancho Parkway and head east. Via Rancho Parkway turns into Bear Valley Parkway. Take a left at San Pasqual Valley Rd and another left on Idaho Avenue. Center Stage is a few blocks up on the right side.
For more information on Michael Crews Development, visit the Website at http://www.michaelcrews.com/, or call 760-751-1212.

Luxury San Diego Golf Course Condos

2007-07-13T10:45:00.000-07:00

Michael Crews Commercial Development’s Match Play at La Costa is now open and available to tour! These 8 brand new luxury San Diego condominiums are located on the 3rd fairway of La Costa’s famous golf course, and are just minutes away from the coast! Call today for details at 760-741-1212.

Match Play at La Costa features single-level condos with private elevator service, secure underground parking, professional landscaping and private patios & balconies overlooking the fairway! Luxury features include slab-granite countertops, two-tone paint, plush carpet, decorative lighting, fireplaces, 18”x18” tile flooring, tankless water heaters, stainless steel appliances and more! Each unit also comes with a refrigerator, a washer & dryer, and a wine & beverage center.

“Match Play is ideal for everyone! It’s a great vacation home for people who want to be near the coast, it’s the perfect second home avid golfers, and it’s an incredible place for retirees looking to downsize,” said Tony Frost, Managing Partner of Michael Crews Commercial Development. “The condos range from 1,568 to 1,760 square feet with 2 BR, 2 Baths, an office and oversized parking for up to 2 vehicles. You can own a beautiful home on the golf course for as little as $789,900.”

Frost adds that the units are energy efficient, ultra-soundproof and have been specially treated for mold and termites.

From the tremendous location to the high-quality craftsmanship, Match Play at La Costa is a hole-in-one. Come see for yourself by touring a new model! Match Play is open for viewing Mondays from Noon to 6 p.m., and on Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Or call 760-741-1212 and make an appointment for a private showing of these luxury San Diego condos.

To get to Match Play at La Costa, from I-5 exit at La Costa Ave and drive east. Turn left on Viejo Castilla and make another left on Navarra Dr. Matchplay is located on the left side of the road.

Call Michael Crews Commercial Development at 760-741-1212 for more information on this remarkable opportunity to own a home on an A-list golf course. You can also visit online at http://www.michaelcrews.com/.

La Costa golf course condos!

2007-06-21T13:22:00.000-07:00

Live on the fairway at Michael Crews Commercial Development’s Match Play at La Costa, offering luxury La Costa golf course condos! Located on the 3rd fairway of La Costa’s most famous golf course, this 8-unit condominium project offers a lifestyle of luxury and prestige. Tour a model today! Call 760-741-1212 to set up a private appointment, or stop by the Sales Office any weekend.
These brand new La Costa golf course condos are exactly what you would expect to see in La Costa, showcasing quality construction with upscale boutique appeal.
“We’re building high-end, luxury condos,” said Sales Director Mark Connal. “With an excellent location just minutes from the coast, these superb units offer the best-of-the-best from top-notch building materials to brand name appliances.”
Match Play at La Costa features single-level condos with private elevator service, secure underground parking, professional landscaping and private patios & balconies overlooking the fairway! Luxury features include slab-granite countertops, two-tone paint, plush carpet, decorative lighting, fireplaces, 18”x18” tile flooring, tankless water heaters, stainless steel appliances and more! Each unit also comes with a refrigerator, a washer & dryer, and a wine & beverage center.
“These homes are ideal for any buyer,” Connal said. “They are energy efficient, ultra-soundproof and have been specially treated for mold and termites. We’ve also taken handicap accessibility into consideration building each room to easily adapt for wheelchair access.”
The condos at Match Play range from 1,568 to 1,760 square feet with 2 BR, 2 Baths, an office, oversized parking for up to 2 vehicles, and a huge private storage unit. Pricing starts at just $789,900.
From the tremendous location to the high-quality craftsmanship, Match Play at La Costa is a hole-in-one. Come see for yourself by touring a new model!
Match Play is open for viewing Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call 760-741-1212 to make an appointment for a private showing during the week.
To get to Match Play at La Costa, from I-5 exit at La Costa Ave and drive east. Turn left on Viejo Castilla and make another left on Navarra Dr. Look for the signs. Match Play is located on the left side of the road.
Call Michael Crews Commercial Development at 760-741-1212 for more information on La Costa golf course condos, or visit online at http://www.michaelcrews.com/.