Innovative New Single-Story Homes Coming Soon At San Miguel Ranch In Chula Vista

Jan. 21, 2010 - PRLog -- CHULA VISTA, CA – Introducing innovative one- and two-story family homes distinguished by spacious dimensions inside and out, Patria by TRI Pointe Homes will debut in late February in the master-planned community of San Miguel Ranch in Chula Vista. Prices are expected to start from the low $500,000s, and prospective home buyers are invited to join the interest list now by visiting http://www.TRIPointeHomes.com.

With living areas spanning approximately 2,687 to 3,341 square feet, including four to six bedrooms and up to four baths, these luxurious residences will generously fulfill the needs of large households. The two-story plan also encompasses an upstairs bonus room or optional sixth bedroom as well as two downstairs bedrooms, one of which may be selected as an optional den. And with homesites averaging 20,000 square feet, there will be plenty of room outdoors for a pool, garden, children's play space and more. Even the fully finished and painted garage interiors are roomy, accommodating three or four vehicles.

Along with an abundance of space, the homes of Patria are filled with a combination of sought-after features that aren't found in most new homes today. Gourmet kitchens featuring large islands and walk-in pantries join with expansive great rooms to create versatile household activity centers. Grand master suites with immense walk-in closets combine with oversized secondary bedrooms to give every member of the family the private space they desire. Compartmentalized secondary baths will accommodate more than one person at a time. Much-needed extra storage space is provided inside each home as well as in the garages.

Also offered are such thoughtful extras as a convenient “launch pad” between the garage and kitchen for dropping off backpacks, umbrellas and more, and an optional door to the side yard from the laundry room or downstairs bath in varying plans.

Stylish touches include cozy gas fireplaces with log sets, upgraded baseboards and door casings, rounded wall corners, and recessed lighting with Decora dimmers in select locations. And to accommodate today's technology, advanced wiring with RG6 and CAT5e cables facilitates high-speed computer connections as well as cable TV and telephone.

Kitchen conveniences are led by white Thermofoil cabinets with concealed hinges and easy-clean melamine interiors, under-cabinet fluorescent lighting, ceramic-tile countertops, handy recycle bins and a complete collection of built-in Whirlpool® appliances, including a 36-inch gas cooktop, double self-cleaning wall ovens, microwave oven and six-cycle Energy Star® dishwasher.

The striking appearance of the homes begins with richly detailed Spanish, Formal Spanish and Tuscan architecture. Exterior enhancements also include inviting front porches, sectional steel roll-up garage doors, fire-resistant concrete tile roofs, full-wrap rain gutters and illuminated address numbers.

Built on the TRI-e3 philosophy – Earth-Friendly. Energy Efficient. Evolve. – Patria incorporates an array of environmentally conscious and energy-saving features, from low-E dual-pane windows and durable roofing material to low flow plumbing fixtures, upgraded insulation and state-of-the-art heating and air-conditioning systems.

Patria residents will enjoy an impressive array of amenities within San Miguel Ranch. They include a 16-acre community park and a three-acre private, gated neighborhood park with swimming pool, spa, tennis, basketball, tot lot and a distinctive recreation center with meeting, exercise and entertainment rooms and kitchen. Future amenities planned for San Miguel Ranch include a neighborhood commercial center and a proposed elementary school.

In addition, Patria is located just minutes from all of San Diego's popular attractions, including the world-famous San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld, historic Old Town and the aquatic playground of Mission Bay. Shopping, dining, entertainment and nightlife are also nearby in San Diego's Gaslamp Quater, Horton Plaza, Seaport Village and Hillcrest.

Founded on over a century of combined real estate industry experience, TRI Pointe Homes is guided by an unwavering commitment to think, renew and inspire. Insightful thinking – anticipating and encompassing all the events and needs of the individuals and families who will live in TRI Pointe homes – is demanded. A passionate desire to renew a sense of belonging by creating spaces that invite both energized interaction and peaceful solitude is critical. And an ability to inspire the hundreds of experts who are involved in building TRI Pointe homes to take pride and care in their craftsmanship is essential to satisfying every homeowner's highest expectations. TRI Pointe Homes' core values of quality, integrity and excellence are the driving forces behind innovative designs that connect with the individual.

Additional information on TRI Pointe Homes, including the Patria interest list registry, is available by calling (888) 596-8676 or visiting http://www.TRIPointeHomes.com.

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