Crowds At Los Arboles’ Grand Opening Point To Strong Local Demand For Affordable, New Homes

Jan. 27, 2012 - PRLog -- SIMI VALLEY, CA, Jan. 27, 2012 – More than 500 potential homebuyers attended the recent grand opening of TRI Pointe Homes’ Los Arboles at Greenbriar in Simi Valley, reflecting the region’s demand for affordable, brand new homes.  The first new single- family home development in Simi Valley in four years, the Los Arboles collection of homes were designed primarily for first-time homebuyers who are seeking new homes as an alternative to previously owned homes that can often require renovation.

Located in a community south of the 118 Freeway in Simi Valley, the Los Arboles’ two-story homes are priced starting in the high $300,000s.  The first phase of nine homes is scheduled to be released on Saturday, Jan. 28 at 10 a.m.  Buyers may be eligible for reduced down payments through the Federal Housing Administration. TRI Pointe Homes also works with preferred lenders that require as little as 3.5 percent down for FHA and zero down for VA on home purchases.  

“The high attendance at our grand opening is indicative of the growing interest and demand within the Simi Valley community for reasonably priced new homes,” commented Carrie Filla, VP of Sales & Marketing at TRI Pointe Homes.  “Los Arboles provides homebuyers with the amenities and features found in more expensive homes at a great value.  With financing options available for reduced down payments and historically low interest rates, this is a unique opportunity for first-time buyers to invest in a new home.”

Inspired by early California & Spanish Mission-style architecture, Los Arboles homes offer curb-side appeal with covered porch entries, inviting yards and fire-resistant red-tile roofs. The Los Arboles floor plans range from approximately 1,291 to 1,521 square feet with three and four bedrooms and two and a half to three bathrooms.

Each home features a spacious living and dining room, gourmet island kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and pantries, an upstairs laundry area and a two-car garage with extra storage space.  The master suite provides ample wardrobe space with a roomy walk-in closet and opens up to an adjoining, outdoor private terrace.  The master bath is designed with a separate “his and hers” vanity with ceramic countertops and a separate shower and oval tub. The Residence Three model includes a downstairs bedroom that is well-suited for a guest bedroom or home office.

Less than a mile from the Simi Hills that form the southern border of Simi Valley, Los Arboles is conveniently located near numerous local destinations. Shopping, dining and entertainment are a short drive away at the Simi Valley Town Center Mall. Recreation at two community parks is within walking distance. Nearby Rancho Simi Community Park features an Olympic-size pool and tennis courts. In addition, Sycamore Drive Community Center offers family fun and exercise opportunities with a pool and recreation building. For families with children, the property is in close proximity to Mountain View Elementary School and Santa Susana High School.

Los Arboles joins a growing number of TRI Pointe Homes’ communities throughout California. The company is currently building distinctive communities throughout the state including: Sagebluff, Amberview and Topazridge at Riverwalk Vista in Riverside and Eagle Ridge in Oceanside. Two additional communities, Candera in San Marcos and Tamarind Lane in Azusa are coming in 2012. TRI Pointe will also make its entry into Northern California with the 2012 debut of Chantrea at Silver Creek in San Jose’s prestigious Silver Creek Valley and Ironhorse in Morgan Hill.  For more information about TRI Pointe Homes neighbourhoods, please visit http://www.TRIPointeHomes.com.

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. Prospective homebuyers at Los Arboles in Simi Valley are encouraged to join the interest list at http://www.TRIPointeHomes.com.

Homebuyers can keep up to date on all the latest news by becoming Los Arboles fans on Facebook, where construction updates, photos, floor plans and more will be featured as progress continues. To visit the Facebook page, visit http://www.facebook.com/losarbolessimi or type LosArbolesSimi in the social networking website's search box.

To visit Los Arboles in Simi Valley, exit the 118 Freeway at Sycamore Drive and head south. Turn left on Royal Avenue and right on Corto Street. The models will be directly on the left at the corner of Royal Avenue and Corto Street. The sales center is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., except Monday, when hours are noon to 5 p.m. Additional information is available by calling 805-791-3758 or visiting http://www.TRIPointeHomes.com.

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