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Hi Friend,
It's that time of year when we begin welcoming our seasonal friends and neighbors back to La Paz. It's an exciting time, with friends returning and others booking their trips, some for the first time, to visit this slice of paradise we call home.
As
we write this, Hurricane Norma has just passed through La Paz as a Category 1 storm. Roads are flooded, there is quite a bit of damage downtown, and a lot of boats from the marinas were either destroyed or washed up on beaches. It's a bit of a mess, but it is so inspiring to see how our community comes together to help each other through these storms, and how quickly our local crews and neighbors work to clean things up afterwards. Here in El Centenario, we lost power for about 2 days, but CFE worked hard to get it restored as soon as possible. We don't get many direct hits from hurricanes here in La Paz, but these storms are normal for this time of year, and part of the price we pay for living in a coastal region.
Meanwhile, the real estate market remains hot, and we have several new listings coming on the market for sale. Check out the listings below and be sure to follow the links to see all the pictures and details. For those of you who already own
property here, it's also that time of year when you can go online and pay your property taxes and receive a 35% discount. See our article below for details.
The new La Paz pickleball courts are taking shape at the San Juan Sports Club in Chametla, and there will be an informational meeting and a grand opening party on November 1st. We are excited to have this new facility in our neighborhood, and look forward to meeting more of our neighbors there this fall to socialize and play.
And finally, our good friends Bev and Rick Durvin at BCS Home and Pool are retiring and moving on to Todos Santos. We wish them a fond farewell and hope they enjoy their well-earned retirement! And we welcome Josie and Greg Smith, who are taking over BCS Home and Pool, and will continue to serve its clients with the excellent quality services for which the company is known.
We hope you enjoy this month's newsletter, and we look forward to seeing you here this
fall.
Sincerely,
The Baja Life Realty Team
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We moved here. You can, too.
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| Hurricane Norma Makes Landfall in BCS as a Category 1 Storm
La Paz and Los Cabos declared a disaster zone by BCS government
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Hurricane Norma has come and gone, leaving a lot of cleanup work in her wake. Many roads are flooded and some areas are completely washed out. Dozens of boats
from the marinas were damaged or washed ashore, and sadly many of the restaurants at the beloved Tecolote beach were destroyed. There is a lot of work to do now to clean up after the storm, but our local La Paz community here is so resilient, and work has already begun. Power, which was out for almost 2 days in most areas, is already back on in many neighborhoods, and crews are working around the clock to fix the roads and clean up downed power poles and debris. The governor of Baja California Sur has announced that the municipalities of La Paz and Los Cabos will be declared disaster zones, with the goal of providing the funding needed to help with relief efforts. In addition, there will be volunteer beach cleanups, and neighbors working together to help each other and restore
the community. With a little patience and community spirit, we expect our beloved city of La Paz to be back to normal soon. If you would like to help, the International Community Foundation (ICF) is a registered US 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that has set up a Baja California Disaster Relief Fund. 100% of your donation will support groups providing food, water, shelter and building supplies to people impacted by the hurricane.
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New Listings: Find
Your Dream Home Here
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Casa Esplendida
Spectacular 2BR home + casita in Lomas del Centenario with amazing views.
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Views for miles! This spectacular 3BR/3.5BA home in Lomas del Centenario offers panoramic Bay views from both inside and outside the main floor of the house, a separate 1BR/1BA guest casita with kitchenette, and a huge 2-car garage. Inside, the home's beautiful, modern-rustic design features wood-beamed ceilings, a spacious open floor plan, oversized radiant-heated tile floors, and a newly remodeled kitchen. Dual sets of sliding glass doors open onto a long, shaded patio, while a fireplace tempers the chill of winter desert nights. The luxurious master suite includes an ensuite with dual vanities, marble shower and a huge walk-in closet. Just outside the master suite is a heated jacuzzi tub. The fully walled and gated 1,421 m2 lot features mature landscaping with a citrus tree garden and room for a pool. Listed at $649,000 USD, MLS# 23-3906.
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Casa Lay Z DíasGorgeous, furnished 2BR home on double lot with 2BR casita and ocean view.
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This one has it all! This fully furnished home at the top of Lomas del Centenario is an entertainer's dream, combining Mexican flair with modern amenities and plenty of space both inside and out. Situated on a 1,999 M2 (1/2 acre), fully walled double lot, the property includes a heated Pebble-tec pool, 2 car garage, room for a sport court and more. The 2BR/2BA main house features a spacious living/dining area with 13ft ceilings, a spacious kitchen with stainless appliances, and French doors that open onto the patio. A huge master suite has an ensuite bath with double vanities, a marble stone shower and separate bathtub, and patio
access. The guest suite also has its own ensuite bath and private patio. The attached guest casita has 2 more bedrooms, each with their own ensuite bath, and a small living area. Stairs to the roof lead to an outdoor entertaining space with shade pergola and panoramic ocean views. Solar panels on the garage roof help this house stay eco-friendly, and 15,000 liters of on-site cistern assure plenty of water storage.
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Casa Espana
Beautiful 2 BR + casita home in sought-after Haciendas
Palo Verde community.
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Welcome to Casa Espana! This well-loved home is located inside the highly sought-after master planned community of Haciendas Palo Verde and features a large, 2BR/2BA main house plus a 2-car garage with partially built casita suite on a 1,537 m2 lot. The house features massive double custom wood doors open into an open, flowing floor plan and features dual master suites, den/TV room and walk-in pantry/laundry. The house is located across the street from the community's Casa Club, which features a huge lap pool, gym, BBQ area and fire pit for enjoying the amazing views of the Sea of Cortez. A covered outside patio area offers private refuge from hot sunny afternoons yet allows prevailing breeze to flow through. A separate patio outside the master bedroom is an ideal location for a future pool with ocean views and privacy from the road. The house comes partially furnished, please ask for the inventory list. Come see this
gem! Haciendas Palo Verde is a gated, master-planned community featuring 24/7 security, paved roads, underground utilities, and more. Listed at $599,000 USD, MLS#23-3908.
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Casa Los AngelesFully furnished 2BR home with 1BR casita just steps from the beach in El Comitan.
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Nestled just steps from the beach in the peaceful town of El Comitan, this fully walled/fenced property features over
2,900 ft2 of interior area capped by an exquisitely detailed palapa roof, offering vaulted ceilings and visible craftsmanship throughout, all situated on a 780m2 lot That is only 2 lots from the beach. The 2BR/2BA single-story main house is centered around an open living/kitchen area with spacious kitchen, and opens to the huge shaded patio with tons of seating, a covered outdoor kitchen/BBQ, and a heated Jacuzzi tub. A separate casita offers guests a private space with access to the outdoor living area, and a rooftop terrace could be built to offer ocean views. The house comes fully furnished, just sit down and start enjoying the Baja life! The covered carport has room for 2 large vehicles, and a separate workshop adds tons of extra storage, in addition to built-ins with under-seat storage throughout the house. The property also has two 5,000 liter cisterns for plenty of water storage, and automatic gate openers for easy driveway access. Offered at $375,000 USD,
MLS#23-3926.
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Did you know you can pay your 2024 property taxes early and get a significant discount? Property taxes depend on the type and value of your property, but typically they are only a few hundred dollars, and are due in January of each year. Starting in November, you can pay your property taxes online and get a 35% discount if you pay before the end of November, and a 20% discount by paying by the end of December. And, if you are over 65 and have an INAPAM card, you get a 50% discount. To pay your 2024 property taxes, go to:
enter your Clave Catastral number (found in your fideicomiso), and you will see your property tax bill.
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Saying Goodbye and Hello to Our Friends at BCS Home &
Pool
Longtime El Centenario residents Bev and Rick Durvin are retiring, and Greg and Josie Smith will take over their property management business.
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Bev and Rick Durvin and their property management business, BCS Home and Pool, have been well known and regarded here in La Paz, and especially in our local community of El Centenario, for many, many years. Bev and Rick were some of the first residents to build a home in the then-new master-planned community of Haciendas Palo Verde, and rallied to help many of their neighbors when Hurricane Odile hit in 2014. Since then, Bev and Rick have welcomed many new neighbors to El Centenario, generously sharing their wealth of experience and local knowledge. Their property management business, BCS Home and Pool, has helped dozens of clients throughout El Centenario and La Paz manage their homes, their pools and their rental properties. We personally benefited from their experience when we moved
here with a thousand questions about how to do this and where to find that, and from their willingness to introduce us to new friends and neighbors. As friends, we've enjoyed many adventures together, from off-road UTV trips to snorkeling at remote beaches to visiting the wineries of Valle de Guadalupe. Now, Bev and Rick are retiring, and moving on to Todos Santos to enjoy their future endeavors. We wish them a fond hasta luego, and look forward to hearing all about their new adventures in retirement.
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Not to worry, BCS Home and Pool will continue its commitment to providing excellent quality property management services to its clients, with El Centenario residents Greg and Josie Smith taking over at the helm. Greg and Josie moved to El Centenario from Canada 2 years ago, and they are no strangers to the world of property. With a rich combination of experience that stretches over decades in project management and property development, they are not just seasoned professionals, they’re also homeowners, just like you. They understand firsthand the intricacies, the joys, and even the occasional headaches that come with property ownership. This empathy, combined with their expertise, ensures they’re equipped to handle every aspect of your property’s needs, treating it with the same care and attention as they do their own home. Many of you have already met Josie and Greg, so you know they are the kind of people you can trust to care for their clients. Whether you need to book a
vacation rental, want to rent out your property while you're away, or you need expert pool cleaning and home maintenance, you will be in excellent hands. We hope you'll extend a warm La Paz welcome to Josie and Greg, and remember, they’re not just the folks running the show; they’re your neighbors, too.
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The new pickleball courts, upgraded tennis courts, and one padel court are nearing completion at San
Juan Sports Club in Chametla. The La Paz Pickleball Club will be holding an open house information meeting at the club at 3:00 p.m. on November 1st. The board members will explain how the new club will be run and be available to sign up more memberships starting at 4:30 p.m. At 5 p.m., (immediately following the meeting) there will be a Grand Opening celebration with drinks, snacks, games, music and
pickleball. In addition, Baja Tennis, on 5th de Febrero, just celebrated its grand reopening with 4 new pickleball courts. So, for those looking for extra places to play pickleball in La Paz, you've got options. La Paz is becoming a true pickleball destination!
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"Baja Life Realty is great, and Gordon is excellent. First time down, he took us on a tour of the area and made us feel very comfortable and the next day showed us homes we were interested in. No high pressure. Gordon made sure we were getting what we wanted versus selling us the most
expensive place. He was very helpful in explaining the buying process. He kept us updated as our build was going on as we weren't down here yet. Gordon introduced us to the rest of crew who are excellent also. He is a great guy and not only is our realtor but became an instant friend. Highly recommend Baja Life Realty, and Gordon and his team of experts.” — Ron and Jenny
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Looking for a property manager to look after your home while you're away? Want to rent your home, or are you looking for a seasonal rental? Need someone to care for your pool? Contact:
BCS Home & Pool
Property Management – Pool Care – Vacation Rentals
El Centenario, BCS, Mexico
+52.612.149.1964
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