Vabrato Real Estate

3/2 sold for $765,000 – Wow!!!

This beautifully remodeled top floor 3/2 unit sold in May 2014 for $765,000. That is incredible. The previous highest price was $711,000 in September 2013, also for a 3/2. Keep in mind that while this is a great 3/2 with a total remodel reflecting a modern flair, it does not have true canyon views (see photo below from balcony).

Welcome to the Updated Brittan Heights Website

Welcome to the reformatted Brittan Heights website. I wanted to create a more interactive experience for visitors while still maintaining much of the static information about this great condominium complex. I hope you enjoy the new format and I’m always open to feedback on how to best improve this website.

It’s Not Easy being Green

The HOA is looking at installing solar panels to heat up the water for the large pool next to the clubhouse. According to the panel installation contractor, the most logical place to install such panels is on top of some of the adjacent carports. Some residents are unhappy with the project. Some who will parkContinue reading “It’s Not Easy being Green”

What Pre-sale Inspection?

Gone are the days where a seller could make non-permitted modifications to his condo unit at Brittan Heights and then sell his home to a buyer without the HOA learning anything about it. Anytime there is a sale in Brittan Heights, there has always been a requirement that the HOA signoff on the transaction. However,Continue reading “What Pre-sale Inspection?”

Reaching for new Heights?

Brittan Heights home prices have risen about 50% in value since 2011. Although the market continues to do well recently, it almost seems like prices peaked out late in 2013. In 2013 we saw three 2/2 units sell for in excess of $650,000 while in 2014 we’ve only had one unit to date. It appearsContinue reading “Reaching for new Heights?”

The Bronze Age – Windows

When the condominium complex was built back in the early 70s, double pane windows were almost unheard of. Today for energy and noise considerations, many Brittan Heights residents are installing double pane windows. As Henry Ford said, “give them any color car they want, as long as it’s black!” At Brittan Heights, the color of theContinue reading “The Bronze Age – Windows”

Hardwood Floors & Urban Legends

Today, hardwood floors may not be installed in the hall area near the Hall bathroom or in the bedrooms of a Brittan Heights condo. Urban legend had it that you could install hardwood floors throughout the entire house if you lived in a downstairs unit. However, in 2006 new rules regarding hardwood floors were implementedContinue reading “Hardwood Floors & Urban Legends”