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LA: Spelling mansion listed at record $150 million

<A href="http://lansner.freedomblogging.com/2009/03/27/spelling-mansion-listed-at-record-150-million/17841/">http://lansner.freedomblogging.com/2009/03/27/spelling-mansion-listed-at-record-150-million/17841/</A>
 
[quote author="Anonymous" date=1238065413]I rather like the wall myself. Looks cool.



?Castle? dweller who wrestled a Grizzly now fights city hall

<A href="http://huntingtonhomes.freedomblogging.com/2009/03/25/castle-dweller-who-wrestled-a-grizzly-now-fights-city-hall/25779/">http://huntingtonhomes.freedomblogging.com/2009/03/25/castle-dweller-who-wrestled-a-grizzly-now-fights-city-hall/25779/</A></blockquote>


Mr. Castle, himself, came in and commented several times in the thread.



It is interesting to see the differing perspectives of the "free-thinkers" and "Irvinites" in the comments
 
[quote author="freedomCM" date=1238219407][quote author="Anonymous" date=1238065413]I rather like the wall myself. Looks cool.



?Castle? dweller who wrestled a Grizzly now fights city hall

<A href="http://huntingtonhomes.freedomblogging.com/2009/03/25/castle-dweller-who-wrestled-a-grizzly-now-fights-city-hall/25779/">http://huntingtonhomes.freedomblogging.com/2009/03/25/castle-dweller-who-wrestled-a-grizzly-now-fights-city-hall/25779/</A></blockquote>


Mr. Castle, himself, came in and commented several times in the thread.



It is interesting to see the differing perspectives of the "free-thinkers" and "Irvinites" in the comments</blockquote>


One of the "Irvinites" is just a "prorealtor" troll who infests some of the OC newspaper blogs.
 
Sure, why not?





<img src="http://media.cdn-redfin.com/photo/46/bigphoto/571/U8005571_2.jpg" alt="" />



Description: There is no physical home. This is basic lot with a basement and foundation which has been started <strong>but will not pass inspection</strong>. The plans are for a 3500 sq. ft. house and the basement is 1500 sq.ft. If you are a builder or are working with someone can tackle construction projects please take advantage of this Eastside Costa Mesa gem.



Mar 30, 2009 Price Changed $300,000

Mar 13, 2009 Price Changed $400,000

Mar 10, 2009 Price Changed $300,000

Dec 18, 2008 Listed <strong>$600,000 </strong> LOL!



<a href="http://www.redfin.com/CA/Costa-Mesa/2258-Orange-Ave-92627/home/12254323">[2258 Orange Ave, 92627]</a>
 
Is this even worth mentioning?...



<a href="http://www.redfin.com/CA/Irvine/19-Atherton-92620/home/4781241"><strong><em>"Was the Former Model in 1980."</em></strong></a>



<img src="http://media.cdn-redfin.com/photo/46/bigphoto/196/S567196_3_0.jpg" alt="" />
 
[quote author="SoCal78" date=1238741069]Is this even worth mentioning?...



<a href="http://www.redfin.com/CA/Irvine/19-Atherton-92620/home/4781241"><strong><em>"Was the Former Model in 1980."</em></strong></a>



<img src="http://media.cdn-redfin.com/photo/46/bigphoto/196/S567196_3_0.jpg" alt="" /></blockquote>


Oh, snap! Get a load of that microwave! Does that count as a fourth bedroom?
 
Why, yes it has!



<blockquote>Lowes price in the the market... Opportunity Knocks! Beautifuly upgraded townhome. Remodeled kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. All 3 bathrooms are remodeled. Crown molding & upgraded basebords. Inside Laundry Room. Private Back yard . 2 Car garage. Private inside location. Nicely Landscaped Complex. Walking distance to Sierra Vista Middle School. No mello roos.</blockquote>
 
[quote author="RE in the LBC" date=1238743884][quote author="SoCal78" date=1238741069]Is this even worth mentioning?...



<a href="http://www.redfin.com/CA/Irvine/19-Atherton-92620/home/4781241"><strong><em>"Was the Former Model in 1980."</em></strong></a>



<img src="http://media.cdn-redfin.com/photo/46/bigphoto/196/S567196_3_0.jpg" alt="" /></blockquote>


Oh, snap! Get a load of that microwave! Does that count as a fourth bedroom?</blockquote>


HAHAHAHAHA



What's up with that huge butcher block in the middle of the kitchen? That thing blocks the whole working area plus must weigh 300 pounds !
 
Daring color scheme too: light brown on light brown on light brown on light brown on ... That kitchen's almost usable for a <a href="http://www.fullsilence.com/parapsychology_ganzfeld_experiment.html">ganzfeld</a> experiment:



<blockquote>This procedure is designed to present a changeless sensory experience, because the nervous system responds primarily to changes. When exposed to this unchanging sensory field for a few minutes, the receiver's nervous system achieves a state similar to that of sensory deprivation. Because the brain is deprived of new input, mild to vivid imagery is ordinarily experienced.</blockquote>
 
<a href="http://'http://www.redfin.com/CA/San-Clemente/715-Avenida-Columbo-92672/home/3272390'">715 Avenida Columbo San Clemente, CA 92672</a>

Price: $195,000



This home needs geological work, as shown by the pictures.

It has a nice view, but looking at this shot... will there be any property left for you to build on?

<img src="http://media.cdn-redfin.com/photo/46/bigphoto/753/S556753_9_1.jpg" alt="" />
 
what do you mean? just a little fill!



(btw, this shot is taken from the nieghbors house, your $195k house is this side of the green fence!)
 
So... I was looking at foreclosures, and 27002 La Paz Road in Aliso Viejo came up, but zillow couldn't find the address. So, it must be a commercial building. Well, it is retail actually, and it looks like an Arby's is in trouble.



http://i39.tinypic.com/29pahlg.jpg



Ah... but here is the kicker... $1.65mil of debt. Just how many freakin sandwiches do you have to sell to pay off a debt like that? You have to be kidding me... right? It's a fast food franchise, not a 5 star restaurant in NYC. Is it really any wonder why we are having a crazy debt problem? Well wonder no more, here is proof that the problem runs even deeper.



My only hope is the address is the address for the entire shopping center when it comes to mapping it, and if I looked up the APN, then it would show the entire center. Does DDR or General Growth own this place?
 
Pssst... this is the <em>garage!</em>





<a href="http://www.redfin.com/CA/Tustin/2721-Alister-Ave-92782/home/5445356"><img src="http://media.cdn-redfin.com/photo/46/bigphoto/185/S570185_7_0.jpg" alt="" /></a>
 
[quote author="SoCal78" date=1239776373]Pssst... this is the <em>garage!</em>

</blockquote>
Hey... at least they chose Stanley Cup Champions... Kings haven't even made playoffs the last 4 years that the Ducks have.



I actually am not into decorating my garage (that's my dad... he hangs picture frames in his garage)... I'm more about space than style.
 
I still can't put words to the <a href="http://www.redfin.com/CA/Irvine/Undisclosed-address-92602/home/5768460">house</a>:



<img src="http://media.cdn-redfin.com/photo/46/bigphoto/771/S564771_10_0.jpg" alt="" />

I'm thinking some themed Vegas resort?



<img src="http://media.cdn-redfin.com/photo/46/bigphoto/771/S564771_3_0.jpg" alt="" />

Venetian? Excaliber?



<img src="http://media.cdn-redfin.com/photo/46/bigphoto/771/S564771_8_0.jpg" alt="" />

Cesars Palace!



<img src="http://media.cdn-redfin.com/photo/46/bigphoto/771/S564771_7_0.jpg" alt="" />

Bellagio?
 
^ Aaahh!! I visited that one at the open house a few weeks back! You should see the garage. They converted it into a lounge with pool table, tile floor, and a <em>hookah bar!</em> I brought a camera and even took pics. I will have to upload them soon.
 
That looks like a nice sized yard, especially for that price. Too bad you would have to tear down most of the inside. I'm surprised they allow "RV access in the prestigious gated community of Sheridan".
 
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