Bay Area California Real Estate Blog and News

Just Sold! 11 Vine, San Anselmo

Situated in the highly coveted Seminary area of San Anselmo, this 4 bedroom, 3 bath home features a beautiful flagstone patio with redwood decking in the backyard, updated bathrooms and very spacious master bedroom. 

My clients were able to purchase this lovely property for $825,000.  This home had been on the market for almost 1 year.  The original asking price was $1,199,000.  Due to market conditions in 2008, this homes price ended up chasing the market in a downward spiral.  

Inventory for good homes in the $800,000 price range are not abundant in San Anselmo. Inventory is relatively low. It's important to keep your eyes out for those great finds.

Click on these links for more information regarding real estate in San Anselmo...

Marin IJ Open Houses

If you are looking for Open Houses in Marin County, you might want to take a look at our live "online' edition (see Marin Open Houses) since this weekend's Marin Independent Journal Open House section featured a significant number of mistakes.

Apparently the Marin IJ is switching over to a new computer system and in the process there were a number of properties which were incorrectly listed.     That said, if you are reading the paper and see a $2 million plus listing in Mill Valley for the bargain price of $450k, its safe to say that there was probably a mistake!

Fortunately, you can get a comprehensive list of all open houses in Marin County by utilizing our website.  ...

Bookstock 2009-Music, Art, & Movie Festival


Things To Do Around Town

One of the many reasons folks end up buying real estate in Marin is that there is no shortage of things to get out and do for fun within minutes. The passion that people have for life here is infectious. This energy comes out in creativity, hard work, and sense of wanting to do something that makes our community proud. But like most things in life, the journey is usually the interesting part. Which leads me to today's post about an upcoming event...

Marin High End Homes Update 4/23/09

For the purposes of this blog, High-end homes in Marin County are defined as Marin real estate priced at $3 million or higher. This is a snapshot of what has happened over the past three months.

High-end Homes Activity

There were/are 108 homes on the market. 8 of those homes sold, one is pending, 3 are contingent, and the other 98 are active.

High-end Homes Market Conditions

During the past three months the housing supply of high-end homes in...

Modern Economy Sale in San Francisco

San Francisco Bay Area Modernist should mark their calendars for the upcoming Modern Economy Home & Garden Sale in San Francisco, California.

This free event is open to the public and features closeout items, product samples and overstocked merchandise from both hip, independent designers as well as independent retailers whose merchandise appeals to the modern-minded public.

A diverse collection of sale items will be available including housewares, wall art, bedding, shelving, lighting, pet accessories, cermaics, baby goods, clothing, and more.   This year, the collection has also been expanded to include plant life and terrariums to augment your modern garden.  Attendees can expect to browse and purchase merchandise for up to 80% off of suggested retail...

104 Golden Hinde Blvd - Just Listed in San Rafael, CA

I just listed a mid-century modern Joseph Eichler home in Terra Linda Valley which will debut this week.   My new listing at 104 Golden Hinde Blvd in San Rafael will be on brokers tour this Thursday and the first public Open House will be held this upcoming Sunday (4/26) from 1-4 pm.

Attractively priced at $660,000,  this desirable atrium-model Eichler home backs up to open space and features:

  • 4 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms plus multi-purpose room,
  • Original kitchen and bathrooms,
  • New interior paint,
  • Painted concrete floors throughout (keep as-is or lay your desired floor coverings),
  • In floor radiant heat (copper pipes), newer boiler and hot water heater
  • Private yard which backs up to open space,
  • ...

Eichler Homes Real Estate Report - Spring 2009

With the first three months of 2009 behind us, I wanted to provide fellow Eichler & Alliance homeowners in Marin County with a summary of the market for our homes during the first quarter of 2009.

Eichler Home Sales in Marin

Year-to-date, a total of 9 Eichler homes have sold in Marin County.    The least expensive Eichler home sold this year was a bank-owned home in Terra Linda which sold for $497,000.   The most expensive Eichler sold for $955,000 and was located in Upper Lucas Valley.    Only 1 Alliance home sold during the first 3 months of the year.   Currently, there are a total of 24 Eichler & Alliance homes for sale in Marin County.  

Looking at the broader housing market in Marin County,...

130 Coronet Avenue, Mill Valley - New Listing!

Life can't get better than this in Mill Valley.  With 4BR/3.5BA, 3,734sq.ft. of living space, 1/2 acre lot on a culdesac with privacy, views and walk to dowtown, this is what you have been waiting for in a home. 

130 Coronet Avenue, Mill Valley

Experience the joys of living near downtown in one of Mill Valley’s most desirable and charming neighborhoods. This gorgeous custom-built home is perfectly positioned in a natural & private setting with breathtaking reach-out and touch Mt. Tamalpais views from almost every room. 

Contemporary in style, this architecturally dramatic home’s ceilings soar, a large upgraded kitchen opens to a spacious redwood deck built...

SOLD! Double-A Frame Eichler in Upper Lucas Valley

I proudly represented the buyers for this 5 bedroom / 2 bathroom Eichler home located on a quiet cul-de-sac in Upper Lucas Valley.   

95 El Capitan Drive, San Rafael CA 94903

Built in 1963, this home was a desirable double-A frame Eichler home with dramatic vaulted ceilings and walls of glass throughout.   The property backs up to open space and was located on a quiet street in Upper Lucas Valley.   

The home was originally priced at $959,000 and I was able to assist my clients in purchasing the home for $850,000.

In addition to this Eichler home which I just sold, I also have two Eichler listings in contract right and two new Eichler listings in Marin County which are currently...

55 Sequoia Way, San Francisco - Just Listed in Miraloma Park

I'm happy to share with you my newest listing in the city which is located at 55 Sequoia Way, San Francisco, CA 94127.

Miraloma Park View Home

Built in 1942,  this clean 2 bedroom / 1 bath home is located on a quiet block across from park.  1140 square feet according to tax records.  The lovely living room has a wood burning fireplace and large windows overlooking the park.  There is a separate dining area. The original eat-in kitchen features a light providing center light well. The bathroom has wonderful original tile with separate shower and tub.

Both bedrooms have panoramic views of bay and hillside.  One bedroom opens up to a lovely deck overlooking the big back yard.  There is a large basement and garage with a finished laundry room and space for expansion potential. 

Great Neighborhood and Convenient Location

Located in Miraloma Park...