INTEREST SKYROCKETS FOR HILLTOP NEIGHBORHOODS IN SANTEE

Santee, CA (January 5, 2007) – As one of the nation’s largest and most respected homebuilders, Lennar is in a unique position to develop communities with an elevated standard of living. Now preparing to debut its highly anticipated hilltop community of Sky Ranch in Santee, Lennar invites home shoppers to join this masterfully planned community’s growing interest list at SkyRanchLiving.com. Once registered, families can look forward to receiving future updates on NorthStar, CrestView, StoneRidge and EaglePointe, four distinct neighborhoods coming soon to Sky Ranch. Registered prospects will also benefit from the advantages of being a member of an exclusive group that will be privy to early details on how to purchase the Sky Ranch home of their choice.

Evidence that the sky’s not the limit, but just the beginning at Sky Ranch, this pristine community is defined by sweeping vistas of Santee, El Cajon Valley and its surrounding mountainsides, and also boasts a central location near the Santee Town Center, just east of State Highway 67. Encompassing approximately 377 scenic acres, Sky Ranch will soon welcome residents to enjoy life amidst their stunning surroundings. Moreover, Lennar has planned to reserve significant portions of land at Sky Ranch to maintain the natural beauty of this new home collection’s hillside setting, while fostering a tranquil atmosphere that is ideal for young and growing families.

Accented by Tuscan, Spanish, Traditional and European architectural influences, each home within this desirable quartet will display memorable curb appeal. Designed to provide quality residences for shoppers in every phase of life, Sky Ranch will feature a townhome collection and three single-family neighborhoods.

Anticipated to release for sale this spring, NorthStar will offer value-driven families the opportunity to live life at the top and reap the benefits of homeownership in a masterfully-crafted townhome featuring two to four bedrooms and up to three and-one-half baths in approximately 1,085 to 1,717 sq. ft. NorthStar residents will also appreciate private access to the neighborhood’s sparkling pool, scenic park and convenient recreation center. With pricing expected to begin from the mid $400,000s, NorthStar will prove a smart investment for today’s forward-thinking families.

In addition to the collection of townhomes at NorthStar, Sky Ranch will feature three single-family neighborhoods slated to release for sale late this summer. CrestView will soon inspire home shoppers seeking more space to accommodate their growing family with single and two-story residences nestled on homesites averaging approximately 6,000 sq. ft. Projected to highlight three floor plans with three to four bedrooms and up to four and one-half baths in approximately 2,418 to 3,270 sq. ft. of generously appointed living area, CrestView pricing will begin from the mid $700,000s. Created for a heightened degree of versatility, this special neighborhood will also offer buyers the chance to take advantage of a selection of desirable room configurations, including those that showcase a loft or den.

Likewise, StoneRidge is ideally suited for discerning families in search of the lasting advantages of a spacious new residence on an oversized homesite encompassing approximately 10,000 sq. ft. Envisioned to include four single and two-story home designs reaching approximately 3,271 to 4,403 sq. ft. of free-flowing living space, StoneRidge will also conform to a variety of lifestyle preferences with four to six bedrooms and as many as four-and-one-half baths. Select residences will also feature a loft, den or even a casita that will offer the perfect retreat for a live-in grandparent or overnight guest. StoneRidge pricing is anticipated to begin from the mid $800,000s.

Proving that Lennar has designed a neighborhood with every shopper in mind, EaglePointe will offer an elevated level of luxury with estate-sized residences situated on sprawling homesites of approximately 20,000 sq. ft. Conceived as a destination for executive families desiring a welcome escape from the constraints of urban life, this prestigious collection of residences will showcase four to six elegant bedrooms, as many as four and one-half stylishly appointed baths, master retreats, libraries, game rooms and exercise rooms (per residence). Featuring four home designs ranging in size from an estimated 3,909 to 4,895 sq. ft. of sophisticated living space, EaglePointe pricing is expected to begin from $1 million.

Beyond the advantages awaiting homeowners at Sky Ranch, the city of Santee and its surrounding area offer residents myriad opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors. For instance, nearby Mission Trails Regional Park offers adventurous spirits nearly 5,800-acres of rugged hills, valleys and open space with over 40 miles of hiking and biking trails. Moreover, with boating on Lake Murray and camping at Kumeyaay Lake, this massive park offers something to satisfy every recreational desire.

At Sky Ranch, residents can also look forward to living near the Santee Town Center, which features several popular retail shops and the area’s newest Green Line trolley stop connecting Santee to bustling Downtown San Diego. Sky Ranch families will only be a trolley ride away from a Chargers game at Qualcomm Stadium, a Padres game at PETCO Park and Downtown San Diego’s vibrant night life.

Pre-teens, teenagers and those who are just young at heart will also appreciate their proximity to Woodglen Vista Skateboard Park. Designed by hundreds of Santee youth with 8,000 sq. ft. of ramps, bowls and rails for skateboarders and in-line skaters, this park is already a hit among Santee locals.

Further enhancing the benefits of living within this unique master-planned community, families will take pride in knowing that Sky Ranch is served by the award-winning Santee and Grossmont Union High School Districts. Having earned several local, state and national awards for academic excellence, these two school districts also boast exemplary extracurricular activities from sports to fine arts.

Lennar is one of the nation's largest and most respected homebuilding companies. Established in 1954, Lennar has built a reputation for offering quality homes and unparalleled customer care, while building more than 600,000 homes throughout the United States. In addition to Sky Ranch, the San Diego Division of Lennar has also developed both master-planned and urban residential communities including The Bridges in Rancho Santa Fe, Alicante in Banker’s Hill, the new Ballpark Village under development in Downtown San Diego and Bressi Ranch in Carlsbad.

For more information about Sky Ranch, and to register to receive updates on the progress of this exceptional hilltop community, please visit www.SkyRanchLiving.com.