Many consider buying a home in Olivenhain because of the family oriented events, plus safe neighborhoods and best of all the great schools. Additionally, Olivenhain homes are in the Encinitas Union School district for elementary schools and San Dieguito Union High School Disctrict (SDUHSD). Most children who live in the community attend Diegueno Middle SchoolOlivenhain Pioneer Elementary (OPE) and La Costa Canyon High (LCC).

Buying a Home in Olivenhain

Are you considering buying a home in Olivenhain? Most importantly you will want to learn about the Encinitas lifestyle, demographics, or schools! From James Jam’s early college years, his natural talent for working with people was evident. His B.A in human resource management developed his unmatched business communication skills. Moreover, obtaining a master’s degree in business with a marketing concentration. Additionally this education is crucial to success when buying a home in Olivenhain. Furthermore, James continues to complete courses which allow him to meet the demands of an ever-changing marketplace. Additionally, for over 27 years he has made a sincere commitment to service with excellence and integrity.

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Moreover James Jam’s personal philosophy “Dreams Made Real” he awarded him as the top real estate agent year after year. Most importantly this philosophy encircles the perfect real estate experience. Additionally, it is the gold standard which he strives to provide each one of his clients. Likewise his pristine negotiation, communication, combined with dedication ensure his clients enjoy their dream home with a smooth transaction. Moreover it is about helping his clients every step of the way. Not to mention he makes a promise to his clients that they will receive the best possible representation with an unparalleled level of service and communication throughout the process.

“Every time I make this commitment to my clients, I place my credibility on the line, but my years of experience, in depth knowledge of the market and proven track record allow me to fulfill the commitment that I make. This is how ‘Dreams are Made Real’.” – James Jam

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Olivenhain Lifestyle

Many homes within the community of Colony Olivenhain have no homeowner association (HOA) fees. If you’re buying a home in Olivenhain in the city of Encinitas, CA enjoy countless recreational activities including recreational trails, used by pedestrians and equestrians. The Olivenhain bike trail offers a 37.59  mile trek and has a total ascent of 1,663 feet and a maximum elevation of 824 feet. Other bike trails in the area include Elfin Forest Recreational Preserve, the La Costa Preserve, the Lake Calavera Preserve and the La Costa to Olivenhain “Way Up Trail.” Additionally, it is a common sight to see hot air balloons in the late afternoon and dusk.

 Olivenhain History – 1800’s

You may be surprised to learn that in the early 1800’s California was a vast, sparsely inhabited territory of Mexico. Andreas Antonio Ybarra made a formal request to the Mexican government and was awarded a land grant of 4,431 acres called “Los Encinitas” in 1842. Theodore Pinther and Conrad Stroebel were part of group called the Colony of Olivenhain in Denver, Colorado and they purchased a portion of the parcel in 1884 and called it Rancho Las Encinitas. The colony began with seven members – Theodore Pinther, Joseph Ullrich, Louis Denk, Otto Pinther, Lina Pinther and Johann Bumann. Each member paid an initiation fee, a membership fee, and monthly dues.

Not to mention a member in good standing would be entitled to a five acre parcel of cultivated land. Moreover the received a house of moderate size built on their property and use of all colony-owned property! Property included horse teams, wagons and fruit processing machinery. The membership increased by the end of the year with an additional 67 colonists arriving from Denver.

Olivenhain History – 1900-70’s

The colonists ran into a problem, the lack of sufficient water. As a result, olive and citrus groves were replaced with livestock farming. Also the gradual decline of farming during the 1950’s and the importation of water to Southern California slowly transformed the area into a residential community. In 1887, a copper deposit was discovered and a copper mine was developed by the Encinitas Copper Company, which sporadically produced a low grade of copper ore until 1917. Modern conveniences were slow to arrive in Olivenhain. The first rural mail delivery began in 1910.

It wasn’t until 1946 that telephone services and electricity came to Olivenhain. Olivenhain Municipal Water District formally established in 1959, marking the end of reliance on wells and cisterns as the only source of water. Then Lone Jack Road was finally paved in the early 1970’s. The name Olivenhain is from the German name which means “Olive Grove”. The German Settlers built the meeting hall which still stands. Today you will find community functions such as the annual Olivenhain Beer & Bratwurst Festival. Additionally, there are fun summer movie series, craft fairs and a variety of civic group meetings.

Olivenhain Environment

The environment surrounding Olivenhain real estate is charming and peaceful, known for its rural flavor, acreage, horse properties and strong sense of history. Olivenhain is proud of its extensive trail system and its “Dark Sky Policy” which restricts lights from street lights, tennis courts and other forms of light pollution. The climate in Encinitas and Olivenhain is very mild, Mediterranean climate. Average daily high temperature is 72 °F (22 °C). Temperatures below 40 °F (4 °C) and above 85 °F (29 °C) are rare. Average rainfall is about 10 inches (250 mm) per year. On the other hand the wet season lasts during the winter and spring, when temperatures are usually cool.

Moreover, the average daytime temperatures hit 65F in winter and spring. When rain and marine layer (fog) are common (May Gray/June Gloom). Nighttime lows range from 45-55F. The dry season lasts from summer through fall, with average daytime temperatures ranging from 75-85F. However nighttime lows being from the upper 50s–60sF. Ocean water temperatures average 60F in winter, 64F in spring, 70F in summer, and 66F in fall. The construction of the Olivenhain dam and reservoir began in 2000. Additionally, the first water flowed into the reservoir in 2003. The Olivenhain Reservoir has a storage capacity of 24,000 acre-feet of water. This is enough water for a year for 50,000 families of four.

Olivenhain Recreational Trails

Olivenhain real estate is near a vast network of horse trails and facilities. A series of horse trails wind throughout Olivenhain, providing horse owners with a quiet and peaceful place to ride. Equestrian facilities and horse arenas attract a large horse population to ride and show their horses. Popular trails include the Olivenhain Trails, San Elijo Lagoon Trails, and the Encinitas Ranch Trails.

About the author:

The above Real Estate listing regarding Buying a Home in Olivenhain – Olivenhain, Encinitas, CA 92024 was provided by James Jam. Awarded the #1 Individual Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Real Estate Agent in San Diego County. Please contact him today via email at james@jamesjam.com or by phone at 858-210-0509.

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