Just Listed in Placerville!

3300 Tranquil Creek Road

Placerville

Two lots in Placerville - 3300 Tranquil Creek is 1.69 Acres and 3318 Tranquil Creek is 1.16 Acres - these lots have what you need to build your dream home! EID lines to the property and electricity close by! (Buyer to verify). Walk to historic downtown Placerville! Close to amenities, minutes from Highway 50 and convenient to great schools and parks in the area! Click here to get more info on 3300 Tranquil Creek or here to get details on 3318 Tranquil Creek Road! 
Offered for $75,000 Each

3318 Tranquil Creek Road

Placerville

Contact me for details! 

sarah@sarah-ratliff.com 

530-391-1576

Independence Day Fireworks - Where to Go

If you're new around here, you may be wondering where to take your family for a fireworks display this Independence Day. The good news is, you have several different choices and the even better news is, you may be able to make it to more than one!
Take a look at this schedule and see which event fits best with your family plans:

June 30th, 2PM: Summer Spectacular at Cameron Park Lake - Kids carnival, swimming, refreshments, music, and fireworks at the lake! $4 in advance and $6 day of - get details here!

June 30 - July 3rd: Folsom Pro Rodeo located on Wool Street in Folsom - fun for the whole family and ends with a fireworks show each night! Click here to buy tickets or get more information! 

July 3rd, 6PM - 11PM: 9th Annual Fireworks and Freedom Concert at El Dorado Hills Town Center - Live Music, Kids Zone, Food Vendors, and of course, Fireworks! Click here for details!

July 3rd, 4PM- 11Pm & July 4th, Noon- 11PM: 4th of July Celebration in Rancho Cordova! Carnival, concerts, kids zone, and so much more! Fireworks both nights! Details here! 

July 4th, 4PM - 10Pm: 4th of July Family Blast at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds in Placerville! Bring your propane BBQ, coolers, and family for a day of fun, food and live music PLUS carnival rides - get details here! Fireworks at dark!

July 4th, 4:30PM - 10PM: July 4th at Cal Expo - Fireworks start at 9:30, admission is FREE! Get more details here! 

July 4th, 9:45 PM: Lights on the Lake, Lake Tahoe - click here for event details! 



I can say I have personally seen almost every one of these fireworks displays and they are all magnificent! This year I am staying home to watch the ones at El Dorado Hills Town Center on the 3rd of July. Whichever one you decide to go to will be great! Have a safe and happy Independence Day! Happy Birthday America! 

Home Owner's Associations

When we moved to our current home, I told my husband I wanted to be in a neighborhood with a Home Owner's Association. You may or may not know this, but some HOAs charge and others do not. Some are made up of a group of homeowners that just want to keep their properties or neighborhood looking neat. 

Our current home does have a HOA that we pay for in the form of monthly dues. The dues cover a gated entrance, an HOA office and staff, and upkeep of the front yards of all the homes plus a neighborhood park. I really love it because it is stress-free and it keeps everything looking nice when people come over to visit. 

I have had clients say that they would never buy a home with a Home Owner's Association. I understand this as well because there are a lot of rules and regulations that come with it, like what color you can paint your house and if you can park your car on the street. 

Check out this info graphic to see where Americans in general stand on the subject:

Just Listed!

3180 Lariat Road

Cameron Park

Don't miss this classic SINGLE STORY on 5 USABLE ACRES in Cameron Estates! Featuring 5 possible bedrooms, including a junior suite, separate family and living rooms and a wet bar, this home is just waiting for you to make it your own! Entertainer's dream with a covered courtyard, water feature, seasonal creek, gazebo, and outdoor kitchen PLUS a barn with basement storage! Property is completely fenced and has been LOVINGLY cared for by the owners for years! Walk to amenities and services! 

5 Beds | 3 Baths | 2903 Square Feet

Offered for $850,000

Contact me for details!

sarah@sarah-ratliff.com | 530-391-1576

Sold for 15k Over Asking!

3595 Mercy Way

Rescue

So happy I was able to get a great price for my clients in 3 days with multiple offers!

May 2018 Homes Sold - El Dorado Hills & Surrounding

Homes Sold in Cameron Park, Shingle Springs, and Rescue - May 2018

scroll down for EDH!

3100 Cambridge Rd #E, Cameron Park, CA 95682	$215,000.00
4190 Olive Ridge Rd, Placerville, CA 95667-9359	$370,000.00
3061 ROYCE Dr, Rescue, CA 95672	$380,000.00
3634 Chelsea Rd, Cameron Park, CA 95682-8913	$395,000.00
4407 Voltaire Dr, Cameron Park, CA 95682-7308	$400,000.00
2706 Cambridge Rd, Cameron Park, CA 95682-9223	$412,000.00
3821 Kimberly Rd, Cameron Park, CA 95682-8931	$415,000.00
2661 Knollwood Dr, Cameron Park, CA 95682-8928	$425,000.00
3144 Modoc Ct, Cameron Park, CA 95682-9226	$427,000.00
2612 Royal Park Dr, Cameron Park, CA 95682	$449,900.00
2860 Royce Dr, Rescue, CA 95672-9670	$455,000.00
4778 Castana Dr, Cameron Park, CA 95682-4003	$474,500.00
2650 Crane Way, Cameron Park, CA 95682-8119	$495,000.00
3249 SALIDA Way, Cameron Park, CA 95682	$500,000.00
2811 Holly Hills Lane, Cameron Park, CA 95682-9077	$500,000.00
2687 HILLCREST Dr, Cameron Park, CA 95682	$505,000.00
4576 Bocana Rd, Cameron Park, CA 95682-4044	$527,500.00
3460 N Shingle Rd, Shingle Springs, CA 95682-9532	$529,000.00
3316 El Dorado Royale Dr, Cameron Park, CA 95682-8644	$540,000.00
3190 Cambridge Rd, Cameron Park, CA 95682-8195	$544,000.00
3220 SIERRAMA Dr, Shingle Springs, CA 95682-7605	$545,000.00
4626 CAROL Ln, Shingle Springs, CA 95682	$552,500.00
4689 Abrijo Rd, Cameron Park, CA 95682-4060	$559,000.00
7051 Sinclair Dr, Cameron Park, CA 95682-7699	$560,000.00
2127 DECENTE Ct, Cameron Park, CA 95682	$566,000.00
2930 Knollwood Dr, Cameron Park, CA 95682	$579,950.00
1590 Lotus Rd, Placerville, CA 95667	$605,000.00
1085 Spring Crest Ct, Placerville, CA 95667	$615,000.00
5151 HIGHCREST Dr, Cameron Park, CA 95682	$625,000.00
3557 Foxmore Ln, Rescue, CA 95672	$630,000.00
2815 Loon Ct, Cameron Park, CA 95682	$635,000.00
3653 FOUR SPRINGS Dr, Rescue, CA 95672	$656,000.00
308 Lawndale Ct, Cameron Park, CA 95682-8170	$659,000.00
3540 Mercy Way, Rescue, CA 95672	$660,000.00
4210 Chemise Ln, Rescue, CA 95672	$715,000.00
3486 FOXMORE Ln, Rescue, CA 95672	$739,900.00
3041 Spirits Rest Ct, Rescue, CA 95672-9385	$895,000.00
4640 Thunder Ln, Shingle Springs, CA 95682-9776	$940,000.00
4265 Yellow Brick Rd, Shingle Springs, CA 95682-9547	$950,000.00
4681 Montaire Dr, Shingle Springs, CA 95682-9309	$974,999.00
6000 MILTON RANCH Ct, Shingle Springs, CA 95682	$1,150,000.00

Homes Sold in El Dorado Hills - May 2018

4094 Kirkwood Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$442,000.00
8019 Avanti Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-6706	$475,226.00
2675 King Richard Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-4101	$480,000.00
4032 Meadow Wood Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-7512	$485,000.00
4177 Brisbane Cir, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5391	$500,000.00
540 Coppice Ct, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$500,000.00
1767 TOBY Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$510,000.00
4603 Tramezzo Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5448	$510,000.00
3113 Acorn Glen Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-9521	$515,000.00
946 King Richard Ct, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-4122	$515,000.00
1087 Yucca Dr., El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$517,238.00
4410 Brisbane Cir, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5350	$519,000.00
2015 Wood Mar Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-3718	$520,000.00
1192 Villagio Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$532,000.00
2955 Beatty Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$534,000.00
7725 Briarberry Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$539,000.00
981 Embarcadero Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-4071	$540,000.00
521 Montecito Ct, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$545,000.00
3672 Rosecrest Cir, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-9522	$550,000.00
3951 Meadow Wood Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$550,000.00
1035 Gemwood Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-9507	$552,000.00
5146 GARLENDA, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$560,000.00
4386 Lombardia Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5446	$566,000.00
2212 Muratura Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5453	$568,000.00
4503 Monte Mar Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5001	$570,000.00
4115 Borders Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$570,000.00
7151 Cinnamon Teal Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-6319	$570,000.00
2070 Larkstone Pl, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-9518	$574,950.00
490 Platt Cir, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$575,000.00
3745 Aliso Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-7617	$575,000.00
3073 Birmingham Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-6246	$575,000.00
1721 Toby Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$592,000.00
3085 Birmingham Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$595,000.00
2102 Larkstone Pl, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$599,000.00
4286 RIMINI Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$599,900.00
1305 Oak Creek Ct, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-3800	$599,900.00
2162 Beckett Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5201	$600,000.00
4741 Broome Pl, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5353	$604,000.00
5014 Sycamore Canyon Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5059	$605,000.00
1127 Bevinger Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-7669	$628,000.00
5102 Brentford Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-8020	$635,000.00
305 Arches Ave, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-7325	$644,500.00
775 Marina Park Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-3754	$645,000.00
3133 KENSINGTON Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-6949	$654,000.00
2010 Giles Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-7661	$655,000.00
985 Queen Ann Ct, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-4129	$655,000.00
5280 Garlenda Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5533	$665,000.00
3904 Ironwood Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-7515	$665,000.00
2197 Aiken Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$670,000.00
4330 Arenzano Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5431	$675,500.00
6041 Palermo Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5423	$677,600.00
5001 Beechwood Ct, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-6916	$679,523.00
2186 Amherst Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$689,900.00
141 Keystone Ct, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-9531	$690,000.00
1530 Halifax Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$695,000.00
3271 Ridgeview Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$696,000.00
4050 Borders Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5415	$698,000.00
1169 Souza Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-7556	$699,000.00
3044 Fairchild Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$701,000.00
479 Encina Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-3513	$734,000.00
3533 Terra Alta Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$738,000.00
1251 Manchester Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-9615	$739,000.00
9512 Pamela St, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-9478	$752,123.00
1219 Cornerstone Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-9594	$765,000.00
434 Maul Oak Ct, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-3930	$780,000.00
5006 Prestwick Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$790,000.00
2824 Yardley Pl, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5900	$793,000.00
3028 Vermeer Ct, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$799,000.00
2204 Ellesworth Pl, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-6977	$802,000.00
2301 Beckett Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5213	$829,000.00
5058 Brentford Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-8015	$834,990.00
760 Candlewood Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-9577	$845,000.00
347 Stagestop Ct, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-3782	$860,000.00
2400 Highland Hills Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5602	$865,000.00
4027 Windsor Point Pl, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-3795	$875,000.00
5297 Brentford Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-9532	$875,000.00
3539 Rocky Ridge Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$889,000.00
105 Alexa Ct, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-3972	$918,975.00
737 Spumante Ct, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$950,000.00
5072 Thalia Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-3959	$960,000.00
2545 Mormon Island Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-3946	$980,000.00
1084 Terracina Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5425	$980,000.00
1242 Terracina Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5403	$999,000.00
3522 Bergamo Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-3981	$1,004,000.00
9588 Pamela St, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-9478	$1,050,000.00
3749 Mossridge Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-4488	$1,100,000.00
736 Lakecrest Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$1,100,000.00
3391 Greenview Dr #Lot55, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5239	$1,117,000.00
3521 Park Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$1,165,000.00
3012 Corsica Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-3979	$1,174,995.00
698 Shoreline Pointe, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$1,200,000.00
1128 Shadowbrook Ln, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-9777	$1,280,000.00
3133 Corsica Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-3980	$1,280,000.00
4367 Cordero Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-7602	$1,315,000.00
3140 Lennox Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5662	$1,395,000.00
1029 Columbia Cir, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762	$1,398,000.00
1160 Lomond Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5610	$1,425,000.00
6147 Aldea Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-7717	$1,485,000.00
6171 Aldea Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-7718	$1,499,000.00
5506 Sur Mer Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-7654	$1,500,000.00
5284 Da Vinci Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5270	$1,600,000.00
4553 Gresham Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-7638	$1,610,000.00
376 Crivelli Ct, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5277	$1,810,500.00
529 Groth Ct, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-9424	$1,850,000.00

Top 5 Surprising Home Features That Sell

If you have ever bought or sold a home, you know that most buyers are looking at certain things: good floor plan, upgrades, yard, perhaps a view. 
Did you know that there a few features of a home not listed above that attract buyers as well? If your home has any of the following amenities, you could be in luck when you go to sell! Read on..

1. Separate laundry room - this may seem like a given, but remember that in a lot of homes, the laundry hook-up is in the garage or basement. A separate laundry room tops the list of the most-wanted home feature by buyers. 

2. Solar panels - solar panels are high on the list of amenities wanted by home buyers. Not only can they cut one’s electricity bill by up to 40 percent, but they can also earn you 21 percent more when you decide to sell your home. From Zillow: "Among just those homes priced in the bottom one-third of all homes, “solar panel” was the most lucrative feature to advertise in listing descriptions, netting sellers of these homes an extra 40 percent over other, more entry-level listings that did not advertise them. "

3. Outdoor Kitchen - who doesn't? Even if you don't like to cook, having an outdoor kitchen, especially a covered space where people can hang out and eat outdoors is a huge plus!

I love this one! It's not ridiculous, but covers the basics. 

We are thinking of doing something similar in our backyard. 

4. Energy Efficiency - goes along the same lines as solar, but here we are talking about dual pane windows, energy-saving appliances and smart thermostats - all of which will save a homeowner money on energy bills. 

5. Shed or Garage Studio - also any extra bonus space! Any space a buyer can interpret as a shop, office, hangout spot for the kids, guest room, or even just extra storage! From Zillow: "Among more typical homes priced in the middle segment of the market, a “shed/garage studio” was the biggest draw, helping net sellers a 24 percent premium."

Just as I was writing this article, I found this interesting infographic about other things 

buyers are looking for in a home. 

Buyers will pay a premium for homes that have the things they are looking for, so if you are considering doing any updates to your home to get it ready to go on the market, consider one of these options. These things are likely to net you the most return when it comes to what buyers are willing to pay for a house. 

As usual, contact me with any questions or comments! 

sarah@sarah-ratliff.com | 530-391-1576

On the Market Now

Listed by 

The Discover Joy in Real Estate Team

4420 Spring Meadow Road

Cameron Park

PERFECTION in this SERENE & PRIVATE estate home in exclusive gated Cameron Estates. Discriminating buyers will appreciate the extensive tasteful updates throughout the home including kitchen and master suite and stunning architectural details throughout the home. Luxury meets nature with extended outdoor living onto new decks overlooking pool, majestic oaks, rock outcroppings and cleared meadows. 2 new HVAC's, roof, gutters & garage doors. Bonus Rm over garage. See attached list of updates! 

4 Beds | 3 Baths | 3090 SQFT 

 Offered at $1,100,000

29.39 Acres on Meder Road

Shingle Springs

Nearly 30 acres of usable acreage in the heart of Shingle Springs. Excellent location close to HWY 50 and Ponderosa High School. Zoned RE5 so possible split? EID lines run along Meder Road. Build your dream home here! 

Offered at $475,000

3131 Sierra Blanca Drive

Camino, CA

Commercial lot with HWY 50 visibility available in the HIGH TRAFFIC Apple Hill area! Next to a busy Valero gas station! Food, service or office space would be ideal in an area with few options for residents and visitors. Tahoe traffic in both directions makes this the perfect spot for a rest stop. Go to the EDC DOT Camino Safety Project web site to see possible rerouting of traffic to Apple Hill beside this lot. 

Offered at $349,000

Contact us for details!

sarah@sarah-ratliff.com | 530-391.1576

joydbowles@gmail.com | 530-391-1574