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sales & marketing for Robson Homes. "They want the ADU for so many reasons. Some are looking for a home for their in-laws or for their older children after college. Others are looking for rental income." The popularity of ADUs continues to rise as people look to make the most of their real estate investments. These independent dwelling units, built on the same property as the main home, offer a wide variety of uses that make them extremely sought after in the resale market. An ADU is a great way for extended families to live together while maintaining privacy, and the extra space is extremely flexible, of- fering different uses over time for the same owners. Home sales at Oak Tree Circle are ongoing through a Priority List process with current prices from the $2.7 millions to the $3.2 millions. The just-re- leased Rose home was priced at $3,258,000 at the time of this ar- ticle. Oak Tree Circle is located off of East Mo- zart Avenue, tucked away behind a grove of heritage oak trees, which were painstak- ingly preserved by the builder. It's just a few miles from the quaint shops and eateries in downtown Los Gatos, and just a stroll from the Los Gatos Creek Trail entrance on East Mozart Avenue. The neighborhood is served by excellent Cambrian and Campbell schools. Oak Tree Circle's 25 new homes showcase a blend of Cottage, Craftsman and Farm- house architectural styles. Between the five floor plans and the numerous exterior styles, it truly feels like a neighborhood of cus- tom homes. The Oak Tree Circle sales office and two model homes are open Thursdays through Mondays (closed Tues- days and Wednesdays) from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Floor plans, features, a site map and more in- formation are available at www.robsonhomes. com/neighborhood/ oak-tree-circle. Con- tact Roya Gardere at rgardere@vestareco. com or at (408) 761- 6324 with questions or to book a model home tour. Content provided by Robson Homes Robson Homes from page 2 La Vita Dolce from page 2 "Buyers don't have to endure the initial costs and timelines typically associated with custom homes." La Vita Dolce Es- tate Homes has already completed all approvals, permits, fire mitigation, environmental reports, septic design and estab- lished connections to treated water (PCWA), she explained. In addition, the distinctive community has no HOA bylaws or fees and no Mello-Roos taxes. "Early buyers get to choose their own finishes and custom architectural details," says Kurt Sand- hoff, La Vita Dolce LLC, Estate Homes managing partner. One buyer might opt to create a family resort compound with pool, spa and sports courts. Another may envision a primary dwelling with a separate residential artist's retreat. Still another might fulfill equestrian or other agri- cultural passions on the property around their custom home. Meanwhile, the com- munity sits just minutes from the amenities of Auburn. Known for its eques- trian and endurance sports and its charming downtown with a vi- brant dining scene and boutique shops, Auburn also is home to a thriv- ing arts community and abundant major retail. A La Dolce Vita Place address also simplifies getaways. Homesites are 5 miles from Inter- state 80 and within 10 minutes of Auburn Mu- nicipal Airport and the Auburn Amtrak station. Travel by rail to Seat- tle, Southern California, Utah and several stops in between on Amtrak. Take a private jet across the globe from the local airport. Or board a heli- copter from the helipad from the backyard. Only 5 miles from I-80, but seemingly worlds away, the location allows relaxed drives to Tahoe, Napa, San Francisco, Folsom Lake, greater Sacramento and the Bay Area. A huge attraction for golf enthusiasts, the homes/lots are across the street from the Black Oak Golf Course's 5th Hole. Parcel A, on 5.9-acre splits, will feature 5,200 square feet of custom living space consist- ing of a 4,000-square- foot luxury home plus a 1,200-square-foot guesthouse or ADU over the detached three-car garage. Parcel A may be split into two, separate residential lots. For the 3.25-acre Parcel B, preliminary designs showcase a 3,600-square-foot, Ital- ian farmhouse with four bedrooms, three bath- rooms and a daylight basement. The Parcel B lot on 3.25 acres is available for sale for $450,000. And the estate at Parcel C, on 4.24 hilltop acres, can incorporate 6,500 square feet with ex- quisite comforts. Indulge in indoor-outdoor living, five bedrooms, four- and-a-half bathrooms, a gourmet kitchen, upscale entertaining features and even a helipad. Isn't it time for a custom Mediterranean- style oasis? For more informa- tion, contact Kurt Sandhoff at kurtsand hoff@gmail.com, visit lavitadolcehomeestates. com or call (530) 305- 5641. Content provided by La Vita Dolce LLC, Estate Homes pandemic, says Blake, outdoor kitchens and spaces for parties are increasingly popular, since 55+ residents want to socialize. Single women like the security: Gated communities and neigh- bors who look out for you are drawing lots of divorced and widowed boomers, Blake says. Renters are wel- come: Although many entrants to 55+ com- munities have made a tidy profit from sell- ing their home that they put into their purchase, many com- munities are adding rental units for those who don't want to tie up their funds in real estate. Older boomers pre- fer 55+ to assisted liv- ing: For young-thinking people in their 70s, living where all main- tenance is provided, along with socialization, is much preferable to assisted living arrange- ments that require at least one communal meal, and are connected to nursing facilities. Big, small and in between: Although many popular commu- nities are large, often with a mix of housing styles, Blake says that micro 55+ develop- ments are popping up. The website 55places. com offers a good look at current options, she concludes. 55 Plus from page 3 H8 BAY AREA NEWS GROUP 001 Homes | Advertising Section SATURDAY, MAY 14, 2022