The Gem of the Temecula Valley The city of Murrieta is a rapidly growing bedroom community in Southwest Riverside County near the Riverside/San Diego County line. Known as the “Gem of the Temecula Valley”, this Master Planned community offers its 100,000 plus residents all the benefits of suburban amenities within a “country living” environment. The city is nestled in a bustling valley surrounded by the foothills of the Santa Rosa Mountains. Known for its squeaky-clean image, great schools, low crime rate, and as an ideal place to raise a family, the community features a great balance of homes, open space, business and retail outlets. The Old Town Historical District features a number of antique shops and reminders of the city’s Old West roots. Activities Recreational opportunities abound with two sports parks and numerous community facilities, championship golf courses, a large movie theatre and a local mall (The Promenade at Temecula). The Santa Rosa plateau and Lake Skinner are nearby and offer access to hiking, fishing, boating and camping. Murrieta’s central location provides easy access to beaches, metropolitan nightlife, San Diego and Mexico, mountains, desert and numerous Indian-operated casinos. Murrieta Real Estate The housing market offers everything from custom-built hilltop estates to sprawling ranches with horse properties to lovely themed housing tracts featuring a wide variety of prices and options. All types of homes are offering excellent value in today’s market. The exclusive Bear Creek Golf Community is one of several in the area offering country club living at its best, with a wide variety of homes featuring golf course and mountain views. The hilltop La Cresta area consists of custom built mansions on large lots with sweeping city views. One of the big draws to the area is the availability of investment and properties and land. Home prices in Murrieta range from $150,000 range, to move-up homes in the $300,000 range, all the way up to multi-million dollar estates, farm and ranches. The median price as of 2009 for a home in Murrieta has been calculated at roughly $300,000 dollars. Condominiums and investment properties are also available. In today’s market, the “Gem of the Valley” is definitely a great investment. I'd be glad to show you the area. Get inside local information - call me at 951-265-4305 or use the form below to send an email. Janet |