Bay Area California Real Estate Blog and News

First Open House Sunday 9/30/12 from 1-4pm - Open for Broker's Tour Tuesday 10/2/12 from 12-1:30pm

Rebecca Brooks & Renee Adelmann of San Francisco Modern Real Estate are pleased to announce that we have a new listing at 3336 Market Street in San Francisco. This is an adorable single family home with amazing views of the city skyline. This house is located on in the Upper Market area & is within walking distance to the Castro neighborhood shops; public transportation...

6970 & 6967 Lucas Valley Rd. Nicasio CA, a restored Craftsman Style home on 4+ acres with sun, redwoods & creek, is coming soon for sale! This property has it all. Listed at $969,000

A large level green lawn is bordered by a graceful, natural stone wall. Walking paths lead to a grove for entertaining with its own BBQ, fireplace and horseshoe pit. Large deer proof vegetable and fruit garden can produce year round food! Plus, the property has a separate parcel with a quaint studio and brick BBQ along the creek.

Home features include trussed ceilings, natural redwood log deck railings, thick granite countertops, hardwood floors, sun deck and much more. This is a true Nicasio jewel!

Soak up the sun, wander through...

Home Improvements - Kitchen remodel Do's and Don'ts

Whether you're a Martha Stewart wanna-be or a heat and serve cook, the kitchen is the most important room in your home. Almost all homeowners fantasize about their "dream" kitchen. Buyers searching online for homes often base the value and desirability of a potential property by the kitchen first.

I have family members who have invested thousands into their kitchens and never plan on cooking a meal. Why? Because if you don't do it for yourself, smart homeowners always consider resale when making changes...

Offered exclusively through Marin Modern and Anastasia Sheldon 8 Westbrae in Fairfax, Ca. Enjoy exceptional indoor outdoor living with a salt water solar pool and lush flagstone garden. This home is currently off market. Please call Anastasia for a private showing

Almost every room in the hose flows to the pool and garden creating easy outdoor living and entertaining (enhanced with a built-in outdoor pizza oven!)

Gather around the large chef's ktichen with extensive concrete counter tops, high end appliances and a french country apron sink; all of which open onto the living-dining-great room area. 

In addition, there is an oversized open beam family room that also connects to the pool area. ...

I wanted to let our clients and friends know that I have a fantastic modern listing in Sausalito located at 107 Prospect Avenue (www.107Prospect.com) which will be hitting the market this week.   

The propery features an open and inviting 2,519 square foot home (per tax records) which is ideally situated on a corner lot.

Conveniently located in one of the most coveted areas of Sausalito, just three miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge. Property features amazing water views from various rooms and decks, as well as from the custom designed staircase with open glass corners and slot windows.

Extensively remodeled by architect/owner, the exterior of the house, as well...

I am pleased to announce the sale of my listing, 196 Los Cerros in the Rancho San Miguel Eichler neighborhood of Walnut Creek.  This 3 bedroom, 2 bath, Courtyard-model was lucky enough to be owned by two thoughtful and creative gentlemen who immaculately upgraded and maintained this property over the years, keeping it's charming mid-century character.  Mr. Eichler himself would have been proud!  The escrow closed on September 21, 2012 at $690,000.

If you are thinking of selling your Eichler home, allow me market your home to the right audience, helping you to achieve proper market value.  Please call me at 510-999-0923 for a no-obligation listing consultation.  Additionally,...

I am grateful for the opportunity to have represented the buyers (and sellers of 196 Los Cerros, Walnut Creek) of a beautifully, newly constructed single-family residence located at 941 Cayuga, San Francisco in the Mission Terrace neighborhood.

The property is a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, featuring two levels of living space with full basement, anchored by a Cesarstone/stainless, center island kitchen that opens to an expansive family/entertaining area with bamboo flooring throughout.  The large master suite features a spa-like bath with walk-in shower with separate whirlpool tub and full-width wall closeting.  There's even off-street parking via a separate detached garage off the...

Looking for an affordable Eichler fixer in the desirable Upper Lucas Valley neighborhood of San Rafael?

If you are, don't miss my new Eichler listing located at 244 Mount Shasta Drive, San Rafael.

Offered at $800,000, 244 Mt Shasta Drive features:

• 4 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms,
• New foam roof,
• Working radiant heat with copper pipes,
• Good bones and ready for cosmetic updates,
• Located in the Desirable Dixie School District.

This new listing will be open for the first time this Sunday, Sepember 23rd from 1-4pm. I hope to see you on Sunday!

Renee Adelmann, Realtor & Eichler Homeowner

#1 Agent for sold Eichlers in Marin since 2007

Eichler movie: People in Glass Houses: The Legacy of Joseph Eichler, debuts tonight (9/21/12) in Lucas Valley (San Rafael) at the Lucas Valley Home owners Association on the corner of Mount Shasta and Idylberry Road. It is free and goes from 6pm -8pm.  Creator, Monique Lombardelli is scheduled to be there to answer questions.

I am excited to view this 45 minute documentary on the 50 years of Joseph Eichler. It is my understanding it's the first of its kind. This is the perfect opportunity for Eichler lovers, as well as those who don't quite understand the mystique of these architectural icons, to learn more about...