These properties have the goods when it comes to being ready and well stocked for pool season.

So, let's don bathing suits and raise an umbrella drink to the glory of the SoCal pool life.

The Water's Edge Above San Diego

This Mediterranean-inspired estate used to be home to a female world number one tennis pro. It's wood covered patio leads to waterfall grottos that flow into an infinity edge pool that looks out on views of Rancho Santa Fe and the San Dieguito River Valley.

Infinity edge pools trick the eye into thinking that water has no boundaries. Standing inside the pool and looking west, a swimmer would have the illusion of the water blending seamlessly with the pale blue sky.

This pool would be the perfect 19th hole after a day spent swinging clubs on the Crosby Golf Club course.

Splash Around In Sheryl Crow's Former Pad

Sheryl Crow relisted her three-home spread this year. Consisting of a Spanish Revival style house, a craftsman's home, and a cozy cottage, this LA compound could rock any size party.

Take the winding pathways between properties, past the tepee, to a pleasant infinity pool with plenty of comfy lounge chairs and shady spots to kick back.

The pool was designed by Jonny Appleseed Landscaping who brings 25 years of garden and pool making experience to craft an outdoor oasis that considers the wind, weather, sun, and style as all part of the design.

A Blend of Water and Concrete Becomes a Work of Art

This modern Rancho Santa Fe estate melds the indoors and outdoors with wet and dry spaces in an architectural pattern that is both artful and soothing.

Blue tiles blur the water's edge that jigsaws through the palatial patio space, running at one point under a shady portico and in other spots reflecting the passing clouds in the open sky above.

While this massive pool begs the owner to invite many guests, a smaller plunge pool nearby offers a peaceful place for quiet introspection or more intimate gatherings.

Open Space and Clean White Lines Lead to This Pool

This tropical Encino home features fine architecture on a green lot with a huge pool in the backyard.

Swim laps in the big pool before recovering in the connected whirlpool spa. A great expanse of space bordered by tall trees, this gleaming place belongs to those hearty souls wanting to swim freely, breath deeply, and enjoy the feel of cool water on their backs and soft grass between their toes.

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Photo courtesy of Fiora Aston

Luxury real estate is an everchanging market, especially in Southern California. Whether homebuyers are seeking modern estates, oceanfront properties, or an excess amount of land, there is one common quality prospective buyers are seeking in California: location. Haute Residence sat down with five of the top realtors in SoCal to discuss why this destination area is attracting prospective buyers.

Homeowners across the globe are weighing the pros and cons of choosing to live in destination areas for many specific reasons. However, the three top qualities prospects are seeking when searching for homes in Southern California range from a discrete location to an innovative floorplan.

“I have been consistently hearing from clients that they are looking for a great/prime location; a smart floor-plan; and privacy,” said Real Estate Agent, Lisa Optican.

Aside from the prime location, prospective buyers are seeking SoCal for reasons such as the ideal weather, expanding business opportunities, and price/value.

“Compared to other top cities in the world (New York, London, Hong Kong, etc.) the value of your money and what it can get here [in Southern California] is a huge incentive compared to what you would be able to purchase in any other top city,” said Real Estate Agent, Santiago Arana.

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Southern California is home to some of the most top destination cities, each area has its own charm and offers a different price rangeattracting prospective buyers for various reasons.

“Los Angeles is a vast city with a lot to offer for buyers of different tastes and life styles. The price range normally dictates where the buyers can purchase a home.The buyers that like to be in a quiet neighborhood with access to a new shopping center would choose the Pacific Palisades Village. At the same time, the Venice area with its many great restaurants, cafes and shops also attract a different set of prospectors,” said Real Estate Agent, Fiora Aston.

Areas such as Santa Monica and Malibu offer a closeness to the ocean with a nature-centered lifestyle, which is another factor why buyers are seeking SoCal.

“People move to Malibu because you get land when you buy a home here. Most Malibu homes offer privacy and great outdoor spaces to enjoy the California lifestyle,” said Real Estate Agent, Jeff Chertow.

Photo courtesy of Lisa Optican

Southern California has endless qualities which attract prospective homebuyers to this destination area. Between the warm weather, pristine oceans, and shopping destinations, SoCal has continuously matched its effortless lifestyle with living and location.

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