For those who want to stop paying rent and enjoy all the benefits of homeownership, Olive Grove is a sweet deal. Particularly enticing is the first-time buyer tax credit of up to $7,500 from Uncle Sam when you file your 2008 taxes. Plus there is a special move-in package for the first five buyers at Olive Grove. Five lucky buyers will receive a special move-in package that may include a washer/dryer, refrigerator, rear yard landscaping, window coverings and more. 

“There’s nothing that compares to Olive Grove’s affordability and value,” says Lori Thomas, sales manager. “Come tour the new professionally furnished model home, and discover how you can stop paying rent and move into your very own home in by the end of the year.”

If you’re one who has been hesitating about jumping into the real estate market, Olive Grove is sure to be a hard-to-resist opportunity. The two-story, open-style homes measure 2,049 sq.ft. with three and four bedrooms, dens, dining areas, spacious master suites and two-car attached garages. Gourmet kitchens are stylishly outfitted with granite countertops, Malaysian oak cabinetry, ceramic tile flooring, popular appliances that include a self-cleaning oven, energy-efficient gas range, a microwave oven and a dishwasher.

In addition to distinctive architecture and mature shade trees, every home is enhanced with value-added features throughout. A few highlights include ceramic tile entry and bath flooring, linen closets, pre-wiring for cable, television, telephones and security systems, extra-large master suite walk-in closets, and beautiful ceramic tile bath countertops. There are also many safety and energy-saving conveniences.

Equally impressive is Olive Grove’s central location to schools, freeways, and every day conveniences. Sylmar offers an established neighborhood environment that so many families as well as career-minded individuals desire. City views, unbeatable pricing, all-new large homes, and ideal location – there is nothing else, including resales, that compares to Olive Grove’s remarkable value. Combine with the natural beauty offered by the scenic foothills surroundings, Olive Grove is simply picture perfect.

Olive Grove is being presented by Lee Homes, Inc. and CityView. The principals of Lee Homes are in their sixth decade as one of the premier real estate development companies in Southern California. Based in Marina del Rey, Lee Homes’ products range from entry-level single family homes for low and moderate income families to loft condominiums, mixed-use and luxury estates.  CityView is a national institutional real estate investor committed to providing market-rate homes to the working citizens.

It’s a buyers market, and there’s never been a better time to say good-bye to rent and say hello to the personal gratification of homeownership. If you are currently paying $1,800 in rent a month, you can afford to buy a brand new home at Olive Grove. Stop by the grand opening this weekend and learn about the low down payment programs, along with FHA financing.

The sales office and model home are located at 14034 Bryant Lane in Sylmar. To visit, exit Roxford Street off the 210 Freeway (just east of I-5). Go north, turn right onto Olive View Drive, then left on Fenton Avenue to the sales office and model. Open daily from 10 am – 5 pm.