Katie Markegard Real Estate

Katie Markegard Real Estate 🌴🏡 Let’s Connect If You Have Questions About the San Diego Real Estate Market. 🙂

Hello to chapter 37.2026 has been my darkest year, so I am ready for the next sunrise. I’m looking ahead with gratitude ...
09/07/2026

Hello to chapter 37.

2026 has been my darkest year, so I am ready for the next sunrise. I’m looking ahead with gratitude for the things I’ve come to realize. How quickly things can shift, good or bad. How even in heartache, you can choose to find something meaningful. That grief will always walk alongside you once it shatters the path you thought was clear and predictable. Despite this, with time, grief’s presence becomes less commanding, less dominant - and sometimes it might even step aside long enough to let joyful memories have the spotlight.

I’m in one of the hard seasons of life, but I have the best company to help me light the way forward. Some of the things I’m most thankful for: I got to have 27 years with my stepdad in my life, who filled my childhood with unconditional love, fun, travel, beaches, and made my mom the happiest. I’ve become extremely close to my dad and watched him overcome multiple life-threatening illnesses, with comebacks that have seemed nearly impossible - nothing short of a miracle. I cherish all of my parents and stepparents and feel so blessed that they are a part of what makes me, me.

I have the greatest friends, who have helped me stand tall when I wanted to crumble. Who have been with me through the saddest moments of my life and filled my cup with encouragement, compassion, and understanding. I truly could not have asked for better friends, and every day I know how lucky I am. From Denver, to Rhode Island, to North Carolina, to San Diego, I have lifelong friends in different places. I have two dogs that are absolutely perfect for me, who fill my days with peace, affection, and comfort. I love the city that I live in and the city that I’m from.

I’ve realized that the older you get, the faster time flies. It’s worth the extra trip, the phone call when you’re tired, or the check-in text when it comes to the people you love. I’ve learned not to take health for granted, because things can change so quickly. Live in the moment and appreciate the minutes as much as the hours. (Continued in comments)

Happy Birthday to my beautiful mama! The last year has had its share of grief, heartache, and tribulations, but through ...
09/07/2026

Happy Birthday to my beautiful mama! The last year has had its share of grief, heartache, and tribulations, but through it all you’ve amazed me with your strength and drive. When it was tempting to let the sadness swallow you, you remained steadfast in your kindness, patience, generosity, and beautiful wisdom. I am so blessed and eternally grateful to be your daughter, because there is nobody that I admire more on this earth. You are a light to everyone. You are funny, talented, nurturing, and resilient. The most beautiful moments of my life have involved you, from the gift of having Larry as a stepdad, to the confidence and support you consistently provide. Your voice is medicine to my soul. I know it can be hard to see sometimes, but brighter days are ahead. We’ll get through it together, as a family, as we always have and always will. I know our silver lining is out there somewhere, we just have to share an umbrella for a while until the storm passes. I will always share my umbrella with you.

JUST LISTED | 5141 Dubois Dr. | Clairemont ✨Not your average Clairemont home - and definitely not your average ADU setup...
08/27/2026

JUST LISTED | 5141 Dubois Dr. | Clairemont ✨

Not your average Clairemont home - and definitely not your average ADU setup.

5141 Dubois Dr. brings together a beautifully remodeled main home, a newly completed permitted ADU, a pool, and a spacious corner lot - creating a property that works just as well for everyday living as it does for multigenerational living or added rental income.

🏡 Main residence: 3 bedrooms + 2 bathrooms
🔑 Permitted attached ADU: 1 bedroom + 1 bathroom
📐 Approx. 2,050+ sq. ft. combined living space
🏊 Private pool
🌴 Spacious corner lot
☀️ Solar
✨ Updated roof, windows, plumbing, electrical & HVAC
🛋️ ADU features its own entrance, full kitchen + in-unit laundry
💰 ADU currently generates $2,800/month in rental income
📍 North Clairemont

OPEN HOUSE WEEKEND
Friday | 5-7 PM
Saturday | 1-4PM
Sunday | 1-4 PM

Whether you’re looking for extra income, space for family, or simply a home that gives you more options for the future, this one is worth seeing in person.

Come by this weekend or message me for the full property details.

Listed by Katelyn Markegard
Dean Aguilar Group | Real Broker
DRE #01951409
📱 (760) 805-1989
📧 [email protected]

🏡 COMING SOON | NORTH CLAIREMONTThis one has a little more than meets the eye… 👀A beautifully updated single-level home ...
08/26/2026

🏡 COMING SOON | NORTH CLAIREMONT

This one has a little more than meets the eye… 👀

A beautifully updated single-level home on a spacious corner lot plus a newly completed, fully permitted 650 sq. ft. attached ADU with its own private entrance, full kitchen, and laundry.

✨ 4 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms
✨ 2,054 sq. ft. total living space
✨ Sparkling in-ground pool
✨ Fully permitted attached ADU
✨ Major updates throughout
✨ Minutes from Mission Bay & San Diego beaches

And this is just the teaser. 😉 Full photo reveal to follow!

OPEN HOUSE WEEKEND
📍 5141 Dubois Drive | San Diego, CA 92117
🗓 Friday 8/28| 5–7 PM
🗓 Saturday & Sunday | 1–4 PM

Come see what makes this North Clairemont home so special. 🔑🌴

Listed by Katelyn Markegard | Real Broker
DRE #01951409

Coastal living in Imperial Beach 🌴🌊Come take a peek at this beautifully updated home just minutes from the beach! Bright...
08/15/2026

Coastal living in Imperial Beach 🌴🌊

Come take a peek at this beautifully updated home just minutes from the beach! Bright, open, and full of coastal charm, with a gorgeous kitchen, private backyard, and plenty of space to settle in and enjoy the San Diego sunshine.

🏡 Open House
📍 316 Elkwood Ave, Imperial Beach
📅 Sunday, 8/16

Listing courtesy of Real Broker
Katelyn Markegard | DRE # 01951409

psst… if you’ve been looking for a peaceful place to call home, this might be worth a look. 🌿beautifully updated, move-i...
05/30/2026

psst… if you’ve been looking for a peaceful place to call home, this might be worth a look. 🌿

beautifully updated, move-in ready, and tucked against a serene canyon with wildlife, open space, and the kind of tranquility that’s getting harder to find. updated kitchen and baths, private patio, balcony deck, plenty of parking, and a location that blends nature with convenience.

open today from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

come by and take a look! I’d love to show you around.

listing courtesy of real broker. caldre #01951409

❤️ Happy Mother’s Day - you are the brightest light in every day. You love unconditionally and bend over backwards for t...
05/10/2026

❤️ Happy Mother’s Day - you are the brightest light in every day. You love unconditionally and bend over backwards for the ones you care about, even when it isn’t always reciprocated. You are kind, honest, magnetic, and fun to be around. My dogs love you, my friends love you, and so does our guardian angel in Heaven. You’re irreplaceable and one in a million. ✨ Each day I’m so grateful for our daily calls and laughs, and I cherish every moment that we spend together in person. Thank you for always having my back and being the kind of person I aspire to be. Thank you for caring about the underdogs and for making even the most mundane days special. I love you! 🫶🏼

Just handed over the keys to my client today. He and his daughter finally have a place of their own and a fresh start 🏡W...
05/09/2026

Just handed over the keys to my client today. He and his daughter finally have a place of their own and a fresh start 🏡

We were able to negotiate roughly $20,000 in credits, including an interest rate buydown to help lower his monthly payment. Creative negotiations matter a lot right now. There are actually quite a few opportunities for buyers willing to look beyond the headlines - price reductions, seller credits, buydowns, overlooked properties, etc.

That said, buying doesn’t always make sense for everyone or every situation, and I think that’s important to acknowledge too. But for some people, this market can still create a really meaningful opportunity to build equity, stability, and future possibilities they may not have realized were still achievable ✨

A lot of people assume higher rates automatically mean buying is off the table, but sometimes the strategy matters more than the headline rate itself.

If you’ve been curious what’s realistically possible in today’s market, feel free to reach out. Happy to give honest insight.

Real Broker | CalDRE #01951409

Fresh start loading… 🔑✨So excited for my client who just secured a home in La Mesa. In a market where the best opportuni...
04/14/2026

Fresh start loading… 🔑✨

So excited for my client who just secured a home in La Mesa. In a market where the best opportunities can move quickly, he stayed patient, strategic, and focused on the right fit - and it paid off. We were able to negotiate a price and terms that aligned with his goals, including valuable concessions designed to help make homeownership more affordable from day one.

This home stood out for all the right reasons: freshly renovated, move-in ready, washer/dryer in unit, and a clean turnkey feel that means he can focus on what matters most - creating a new chapter with his daughter.

Buying a home isn’t always about rushing to the first option or putting a huge amount down. Sometimes it’s about having the right strategy, understanding your options, and knowing when to act. Proud of my client for trusting the process and making a smart move for his future. 👏🏡

If you’ve been curious about buying, I’m always happy to chat about the process, game plan, financing options, and ways you may be able to lower upfront costs or secure better terms depending on the scenario. DM me if this would be helpful!

Katelyn Markegard, Realtor®
CalDRE #01951409

Address

10085 Carroll Canyon Road
San Diego, CA
92131

Telephone

(760) 805-1989

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Katie Markegard Real Estate posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Featured

Share

Category