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MONARCH BEACH, CA:  Zen Ziejewski (center) receives award for finishing in the Top 5% in the United States for Prudential Real Estate.  Prudential California Realty which Zen works for in South Orange County was named the #1 Franchise in the Prudential Real Estate chain.  In February 2010 Zen Ziejewski was awarded by John Cook (right), President of Prudential California Realty and Rick Trevers (left), Manager of Prudential California Realty for Monarch Beach and the Laguna Design Center.  Zen also received top honors and awards at the Prudential National Convention in Austin Texas, March 2010.

Zen Ziejewski, a business graduate of the University of Southern California(USC) has finished in the top 5% for Prudential every year with the company.  Licensed for over 20 years, Zen is regarded as one of the top real estate professionals and consultants in Orange County.  Zen has two offices to serve his clients, one in Monarch Beach and the other near the Irvine Spectrum. 

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Even though it’s stated in the listing’s description that the home was used as a vacation retreat by a famous celebrity, the listing agent’s office wouldn’t release the name of the owner.

Thanks to a tip from a commenter:

“anonymous Neighbor says: Pretty sure its boxing legend Sugar Ray Leonard”

I went digging through public records to verify. Sure enough, the home at 27 Via Monarca Street belongs to Ray Charles Leonard - a.k.a. Sugar Ray Leonard.

His home is listed at $1,999,000 but the Southern California MLS says the seller will accept offers between that and $2,450,000.

Backing up to the 12th fairway of the Links Golf Course, the home has 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, 4,207-square-feet, a pool and ocean views.

It last sold for $2,420,000 in May 2005. The HOA dues are $105/month.

If you are interested in seeing this beautiful Beach resort, call me (949) 922-2200.

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The beautiful St. Regis has a temporary new owner...The bank! Citibank.  Keeping with the foreclosure theme across the country the St. Regis is now owned by Citibank after the bank foreclosed on it's owners in July.  Yes, the hotel that hosted the AIG executive bash after the FED bailed out AIG is now owned by the Citibank that the FED helped bail out too!  CRAZY STUFF!

The good news is Starwood resorts will continue to manage the resort and keep everything running at a 5 star level. If you haven't been to the St. Regis it is trully a beautiful resort and golf course.  It will only be a matter of time until a new owner takes over.  Below are some quotes from Citibank and Starwood regarding the 5 star resort.  The biggest bonus I see is the bank is committed to keeping the hotel operating at a 5 star level, which benefits the guest and the community.  

• Says Citi …

“Citi has acquired ownership of the St. Regis Monarch Beach through foreclosure against the previous owner. The acquisition will have no impact on the hotel, golf club or beach club, which will continue to operate at the highest standards of service seamlessly and without interruption for guests and employees. Starwood’s St. Regis brand will continue to be responsible for the day-to-day management of the properties.”

• Says Starwood …

The St. Regis Monarch Beach opened in 2001 and quickly established itself as the state’s premier luxury hotel host to high profile events, tastemakers and global travelers.  Citi and St. Regis are communicating to the community, associates, guests and meeting planners that the change in ownership will not impact hotel operations.

“The St. Regis won’t skip a beat in providing the bespoke signature services that have made the property one of the most exclusive resorts in North America,” said Johnny So, General Manager of the St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort.  “We remain committed to providing our guests with a flawless experience at every turn, and we are proud, that despite the challenging economic times, the St. Regis Monarch Beach continues to gain market share and is outperforming its competitive set.” 

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Keeping you informed about the Orange County real estate market, economy and life in the OC is what I'm committed to doing.

For more great Orange County market insight and industry news visit Laguna Niguel Real Estate or view the Orange County Market Trends at Orange County Real Estate.

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