Debuting this summer is a brand-new gated community by Lennar – The 8Eighty in Arcadia – but you don’t have to wait any longer to secure your dream home. The sales priority for this up-and-coming new community is now open and with only 80 homesites available, Lennar encourages interested buyers to prequalify today to be among the first to purchase. Along with chic, Everything’s Included® detached and attached homes with no Mello-Roos, The 8Eighty will introduce a brand-new way to tour and buy your ultimate dream home, with a virtual and unique sales process that is as convenient for you as possible.

To receive the latest information on The 8Eighty, register for the interest list here.

“We’re so excited to bring new homes to the desirable City of Arcadia as well as a brand-new way for shoppers to buy their dream home with a homebuying experience that makes is, virtual, personal and all about them,” said Janet Price, Marketing Director for Lennar Cal Coastal. “Featuring no Mello-Roos, a prime Arcadia location and an array of Everything’s Included® features at no extra cost, this is one community you’re not going to want to miss out on – so prequalify and register today!”

For The 8Eighty, Lennar will schedule exclusive and virtual tours of the community for buyers who have joined the sales priority list and prequalified through their affiliated lender, Eagle Home Mortgage. That means you get a more personalized homebuying experience, where you can learn more about the community, ask questions and fall in love with your dream home – all from the comfort of your couch.

The 8Eighty in Arcadia

The 8Eighty will offer a variety of home designs, including new townhomes from the upper $800s, detached homes from the mid $1.1 millions and a few live-work options that make combining your workspace and personal retreat effortless. Plans range from approximately 1,566 to 2,381 square feet, including three to four bedrooms and two and one-half to four and one-half bathrooms. Homes showcase open layouts for easy entertaining, upscale kitchens, sophisticated master suites and flexible bonus rooms per plan.

Additionally, these new homes for sale in Arcadia are part of Lennar’s signature Everything’s Included® program. Features such as GE® stainless steel appliances, beautiful Shaker-style cabinetry with soft-close hinges, exquisite designer countertops and much more. And for a more connected living experience, the program now features the world’s first Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Home Design. By using heat mapping and Ruckus technology, you get a commercial-grade network that provides reliable Wi-Fi with whole-home coverage and no dead spots. A commercial-grade network also means your home is fully ready for tomorrow’s innovations and new technologies.

The 8Eighty in Arcadia

Arcadia is a remarkable city and home to popular sights, attractions, restaurants and recreation. Your new home in Arcadia puts you near well-regarded schools, shopping, freeways and the San Gabriel Airport. Take a short trip to the Santa Anita Race Park, which is beautifully set against the backdrop of the San Gabriel Mountains. Take the family to the Arboretum and Botanic Garden, which spans over 127 acres. Unwind with a game of golf at the Santa Anita Golf Course. For art and culture, visit the Arcadia Performing Art Center. Arcadia is the perfect setting for the next chapter in your life.

The 8Eighty will be located at 17 Las Tunas Dr in Arcadia, Calif. 91007. For more information, please visit www.Lennar.com or contact the Lennar iTeam at 888-292-6593.

Lennar is excited to announce the decorated model homes from Castellon at Serrano Summit will be completed on July 11th – but you don’t have to wait until then to start your move! For buyers on the sales priority list, Lennar is now scheduling one-on-one tours of the model homes. And starting on July 11th, active home shoppers will be able to schedule a Self-Guided Tour where they can tour the models at their own convenience. Prequalify today for your exclusive tour and get ready to find your new home in Lake Forest. This new collection will offer beautiful detached homes anticipated from the upper $800,000s featuring NO MELLO-ROOS and four floorplans to choose from.

“With sweeping views of south Orange County, resort-style amenities and contemporary homes with no Mello-Roos, families will enjoy the unique lifestyle Castellon presents,” said Janet Price, Marketing Director for Lennar Cal Coastal. “But don’t delay – we encourage buyers to prequalify today to join our VIP Priority List which ensures you are among the first to get the first look and enjoy a more personalized homebuying experience.”

Castellon offers four two-story floorplans to choose from, ranging from approximately 1,919 to 3,339 square feet of living space, including three to four bedrooms, two and one-half to four bathrooms and two-bay garages. These new homes in Lake Forest are designed for today’s lifestyles, showcasing open layouts for entertaining, upscale kitchens with large islands, sophisticated owner’s suites with spa-like bathrooms. Select plans also feature flexible spaces like a bonus room or den, which you can easily transform into a home office or fitness studio/gym.

Castellon in Serrano Summit

For added value, comfort and style, all Lennar homes come loaded with designer features and upgrades at no extra cost through their signature Everything’s Included® program. And for a more connected living experience, the program now features the world’s first Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Home Design. By using heat mapping and Ruckus technology, you get a commercial-grade network that provides reliable Wi-Fi with whole-home coverage and no dead spots. A commercial-grade network also means your home is fully ready for tomorrow’s innovations and new technologies.

Anticipated to be completed in early 2021, residents will have access to a community recreation center boasting a beach-entry pool, spa, cabanas, BBQ area, fireplaces with seating, a turf play area, outdoor event space and pickleball courts. And across the masterplan are two additional parks, scheduled to open at the end of 2020. Catalonia Park will feature a playground, basketball court and BBQ area, while the Lucania Park will feature two age-specific playgrounds, BBQ area and plenty of turf play space. Both parks will have connection paths for easy walk and bike access from the surrounding neighborhoods.

Serrano Summit is located just off Bake Parkway at the corner of Commercentre Drive and Serrano Summit Drive. For more information and to join the sales priority list, visit www.Lennar.com/OrangeCounty or contact the Lennar iTeam at LENNARiTeam@lennar.comor call 949-234-7880.

The start of a new season means it’s a great time to look around your home and identify some key maintenance items that will keep your home beautiful and in top-notch shape for years to come. Follow our list of hot items below so you won’t have to sweat the small stuff all summer long!

1. Power wash your home exterior

You are proud of your beautiful new home and its stunning curb appeal. So, let’s keep it that way! Avoid any deep stains in the driveway, dirty decks or entryways along with built up debris by renting a power washer and go to town. In an hour or two you’ll be back to a home that sparkles and shines like brand-new.

2. Freshen up your landscaping

It’s easy to get behind on your yards and before you know it, you have dead grass or a huge overgrown mess on your hands. Avoid a landscaping mess by paying careful attention to it throughout the year and refreshing it as the seasons change. Your landscaping should reflect the climate you live in, so talk to anyone at your local plant store to make smart choices.

3. Prepare for bug intruders

We all welcome summer and the warm weather, but nobody enjoys all the pesky mosquitos that come with it. Remove leaves from gutters, try to eliminate any still water in areas around your home, make sure your trash cans are tightly sealed and break out the citronella to help keep their numbers down.

4. Let the sunshine in

Summer is a great time to wash your windows, inside and out from top to bottom. All you need is to grab a bucket with some soapy warm water and Windex, then scrub away. Doing this once or twice a year will help reduce grim buildup and keep them looking fresh and brand new.

5. Prepare the breeze

There are several ways you can help keep your whole family cool this summer. Replace filters in your air conditioning unit to keep it working at an optimal state. You can also reverse your ceiling fans by flicking a switch on the fan. It will allow it to spin counterclockwise, which in turn will help push cool air down.

6. Clean the baseboards

Often, we don’t take the time to do this during a regular house clean but if you make sure to do it every couple of months it will help keep your home looking great. Just get a damp cloth and get down on your hands and knees along the trim and scrub. A little bit of time spent now will save you in the long run.

7. Clean out the fridge and cabinets

Every couple of months is enough time for unused condiments to start creating an odor and uneaten food to go bad. The start of summer is a great opportunity to give the fridge a cleanout, wipe it down and throw away any old food left that’s past its prime.