The Carlsbad Village Street Faire, one of the most popular arts and crafts fairs, returns to Carlsbad Village next month. WHEN & WHERE DOES THE FAIRE TAKE PLACE? That’s right!… Read more »
Author: Jeff Dowler
I write about my passions - living the Southern California lifestyle in the Carlsbad area (art, restaurants, beaches, shopping, music, touristy stuff), relocation, & real estate in general. Call/text me at 760-840-1360 if I can help or you just have questions about real estate or the Carlsbad area in general (including Aviara, La Costa, Encinitas, Leucadia, Olivenhain, Cardiff, Solana Beach, Del Mar, La Jolla, Pacific Beach, San Diego, Rancho Santa Fe, Oceanside, San Marcos, Escondido, Vista).
Carlsbad Art Wall October 2021
San Diego muralist Nicholas Danger was the guest artist for the Carlsbad Art Wall October 2021, just painted last weekend. You have to admire this funny feline mural that makes… Read more »
Frida Kahlo’s Garden – Cannon Art Gallery Exhibit in Carlsbad
The Cannon Gallery, located at the Dove Library Complex in South Carlsbad, features several wonderful exhibits each year. The current one, Frida Kahlo’s Garden, is truly special. Carlsbad has a… Read more »
Carlsbad Housing Market Report for September 2021
Here’s the Carlsbad housing market report for September, with some changes from last month and from 1 year ago. (here’s the Carlsbad market report for August as a comparison). 149… Read more »
Jeune et Jolie Awarded a Michelin Star
Michelin Stars were recently awarded to 4 San Diego restaurants, including the popular Jeune et Jolie in Carlsbad Village. Jeune et Jolie has been making a name for itself since… Read more »
Carlsbad Eclectic Lawn Concert October 9, 2021
Carlsbad abounds with things to do all year round, indoors and out, making it a favorite of residents and visitors! The Carlsbad Eclectic Lawn Concert series is but one example…. Read more »
2021 Pumpkin Plunge in Carlsbad
It’s just 3 weeks to the 2021 Pumpkin Plunge in Carlsbad, now that Fall has arrived. It’s hard to believe it’s that time of year aready! No doubt you have… Read more »
San Diego Restaurant Week 2021: 9/26 – 10/3
Guess what’s happening very soon that is sure to please all area food lovers? It’s San Diego Restaurant Week starting in just 2 days. The kick off is Sunday September… Read more »
Do You Need a 20% Down-payment?
Is a 20% Down Payment Really Necessary To Purchase a Home? There’s a common misconception that, as a homebuyer, you need to come up with 20% of the total sale price… Read more »
North San Diego County Community Market Reports August 2021
Our competitive housing market continues. This means limited inventory (with some inventory improvement in some communities), strong buyer demand and competition for many properties. Average prices, in general, continue to… Read more »
FREE Fall 2021 Home Seller Guide
If you are considering selling your Carlsbad home, or elsewhere in North San Diego County, you may find my FALL 2021 Seller Guide useful as you get started. HOW TO… Read more »
9/11 Never Forget – 20th Anniversary
Where were you 20 years ago today?! I bet you remember exactly what you were doing, and where you were, when you heard the news about the horrific events at… Read more »