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Los Banos, California ~ The Crossroads of California
During the early 1800s, Spanish missionaries traveled from San Juan Bautista to visit the Yokut Indians in this area. Padre Felipe Arroyo de la Cuesta discovered warm pools of water in the rocks of the summit of the mountains in a little creek bed that flowed down into the San Joaquin Valley on one of those visits. He named the area "los banos”, which meant “The Baths”. Reports of these baths led to the local ranchers naming the creek “El Arroyo de Los Banos del Padre Arroyo”. In time that was shortened to“Los Banos Crick”, which became Los Banos when a post office was established.
Los Banos is fast-growing, and the second-largest city (approximately 48,000) in Merced County, situated on the west side of the magnificent San Joaquin Valley, near the junction of California Highway 152 and Interstate 5. Los Banos boasts affordable housing and commercial real estate values compared to those in the Central Coast, South Bay, and San Francisco Bay areas. It's referred to as "The Crossroads", it's the major corridor for commuter, recreational, and commercial traffic from the Central Valley to the Central Coast and the South Bay.
According to Mexican land grants the area was first settled in 1840. The most prosperous of all Los Banos residents was Henry Miller, partner of Miller and Lux Corporation, which was headquartered at what's now Espana's. Before his death, Miller was the largest landowner in the United States.
SR 152 is a major international highway trade corridor linking the north-south trade corridor backbones of US 101, I-5, and SR 99. Along with the I-80 and I-580(I-205)/I-238/I-880 corridors, SR 152 provides a critical east-west connection between the San Francisco Bay Area and the Central Valley. SR 152 is also a vital link for Monterey Peninsula traffic. SR 152 is the only major east-west route between I-580 to the north and SR 46 to the south, a distance of 180 miles. SR 152 is the only continuous east-west route connecting SR 99 and US 101, and also provides a viable alternative to the heavily congested I-580 (I-205)/I238/I-880 east-west corridor.
In 2008, the value of agricultural production generated from counties along or adjacent to the SR 152 corridor was almost half of the total agricultural production for the entire State.
Century 21 Select Real Estate
"Redefining real estate with each exceptional customer experience."-Dan Jacuzzi, CEO
The Select Group of Real Estate Companies began in 1980 when Daniel Jacuzzi purchased his first office in Yuba City, CA. Today, the organization is home to 5 companies with over 33 offices throughout Northern California, Lake Tahoe and Northern Nevada. Over the past three decades, The Select Group has consistently grown, even during industry downturns by adhering to a simple commitment. We always put our client's interests first. The award-winning Select Group of Real Estate Companies include the prestigious brands of Century 21, Coldwell Banker, and the Select Commercial Group. Providing exceptional customer service at the local, regional, national, and international level, our experienced commercial real estate agents are here to discuss your real estate growth.
The Select Group of Real Estate Companies includes the prestigious brands of Century 21, Coldwell Banker, and the Select Commercial Group. Providing exceptional customer service at the local, regional, national, and international level, our experienced commercial real estate agents are here to discuss your real estate growth.
The Select Group has achieved the honor of being named one of the "Top 100" Real Estate Companies in the United States for the last 5 years in a row by The Real Trends 500, an annual research report of the top 500 U.S. Realty service firms.
In 2018, the Select Commercial Group was formed in to provide a new level of service to our commercial and investment clientele in Northern California and Nevada. Those of our agents that are experienced in commercial real estate services and management now offer a distinct advantage in serving their clients with the expertise and tools to assist them in better evaluating and managing a current or future Real Estate investment portfolio.
Geneva Brett, Associate Broker
Over nearly three decades (all with Century 21), Geneva Brett has built a reputation as a results-driven real estate professional, known for going above and beyond to get the job done, always with integrity and unwavering commitment. For Geneva, success in real estate means one thing: closing the escrow. This mindset, coupled with a steadfast dedication to exceeding expectations, has defined Geneva's career.
The journey to real estate expertise has been shaped by a wealth of diverse experiences. Geneva has served as an income tax practitioner, notary public, legal assistant, marketing representative, and loan officer. Each role has contributed to a well-rounded skill set, providing Geneva with a unique, comprehensive perspective on the real estate industry.
N.A.R. & C.A.R. Certifications and Designations
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At Home With Diversity
Pricing Strategy Advisor
First Time Buyer Specialist
Military Relocation Specialist
Seniors Real Estate Specialist
Real Estate Negotiation Expert
Seller Representative Specialist
Accredited Buyer Representative
Certified Probate & Trust Specialist
AIR CRE Lease Contracts Certification
Short Sales and Foreclosure Certification
C2EX (REALTORS' Commitment to Excellence)
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Foreclosure Rescue
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