update: Pacific Union International | Belvedere & Tiburon Real Estate | February 2011 Home Sales Report - 02/16/11 06:27 PM
During January 2011, Tiburon and Belvedere experienced just four home sales. Below are the percentages of homes in escrow in each of the major price bands: 25% of homes priced under $2 million; 20% of homes between $2 million and $3 million; 6% of homes between $3 million and $5 million; 0% of homes over $5 million. Tiburon and Belvedere homes that sold in January 2011 exhibited the following characteristics: Number of Sales: 4 Average Days on Market: 140 Price: $2.124 million Square Feet: 2,446 Price per Square Foot: $851 If you have any questions or would like a custom market analysis … (0 comments)
update: Novato Real Estate Market Update (February 2010 Home Sales Report) - 02/14/10 11:16 PM
The frenetic Novato, California real estate market slowed (at least in terms of closed sales) in January 2010. We had 25 sales, compared with 42 sales in December. The average sales price of Novato homes in January 2010 was $525,440. These homes averaged 97 days on market, were about 1,763 sq. ft., and averaged roughly $309 sq. ft. Novato's absorption rate (e.g., number of months' inventory of homes for sale based on last month's sales totals) has dipped to historically low levels - a scant 3.76 months worth of available inventory overall (94 single family homes are currently for sale in Novato). Below are the percentages of homes in escrow … (0 comments)
update: Novato, California Real Estate Report (January 2010) - 02/14/10 12:43 PM
The frenetic Novato, California real estate market slowed (at least in terms of closed sales) in January 2010. We had 25 sales, compared with 42 sales in December. The average sales price of Novato homes in January 2010 was $525,440. These homes averaged 97 days on market, were about 1,763 sq. ft., and averaged roughly $309 sq. ft. Novato's absorption rate (e.g., number of months' inventory of homes for sale based on last month's sales totals) has dipped to historically low levels - a scant 3.76 months worth of available inventory overall (94 single family homes are currently for sale in Novato). Below are the percentages of homes in escrow … (0 comments)
update: San Rafael CA Real Estate (November 2009 Home Sales Update) - 11/09/09 10:53 AM
San Rafael, California real estate sales were brisk in October 2009. We experienced 44 trades, up from 31 in September 2009. The entry level price band (under $600K) remains at hot, with 70% of home now in escrow, up from 64% last month. Meanwhile, the $600K to $800K price band (a mix of entry level and move-up homes) remains nearly the identical to last month (36% of these homes are in escrow). It is no secret that our current real estate environment in San Rafael favors buyers, not only because of the state of the market, but also because of superior … (0 comments)
update: Novato Real Estate Update (September 2009 Home Sales Report) - 09/17/09 05:08 PM
I have written in past months about the high level of competition in Novato, California’s entry level real estate market. This trend continues into Q3 2009. In August 2009, 38 Novato homes sold. This is down from 47 sales in July and the same as in June. Many of these sold properties were bargain basement homes that were in some of distress. But, the inventory continues its rapid absorption as pent up demand, historically low interest rates, the First Time Homebuyer Credit, and increased affordability carry the day. Continuing on a trend noted last month, the average sales price of Novato homes rose. … (1 comments)
update: Marin County, CA. Real Estate Update — August 2009 (Homes For Sale & Price Ranges) - 08/21/09 01:38 PM
Marin real estate has, it appears, survived the worst of the downturn. While prices are down across the board no matter how you slice it, the road to recovery is in view. Yet, virtually every call I get from potential buyers, at some point in the conversation, eventually turns to short sales and foreclosures — distressed sales remain featured on many buyers’ dance cards. In fact, distressed sales are very competitive and often receive multiple offers. In Northern Marin (a.k.a Novato), 82% of homes priced under $500,000 are in escrow (that’s 40 out of 49 homes!). In San Rafael, 84% of homes … (0 comments)
update: Tiburon & Belvedere Real Estate Market Report (May 2009 Home Sales Update) - 05/21/09 10:53 PM
As inventory collects in Southern Marin's toniest locales (Belvedere and Tiburon), we are starting to see and hear about more offers being submitted. Certainly, sellers frustrated by the lack of activity have in some cases taken what they could get. Most recognize that our new economy, post-Equity Market Meltdown, has shifted the pricing and value expectations of buyers. While I perceive a high level of pent up buyer demand, buyers seem to be willing to wait things out. Much of this behavior is based on expectations of further price declines weighed against likely increased interest rates in the near to mid-term … (0 comments)
update: Mill Valley CA. Real Estate Market Report (May 2009 Home Sales Update) - 05/21/09 10:51 PM
The median price per square foot has dipped to about $575 per sq. ft. (which is down from well over $800 in mid-2007). While some buyers believe prices may slip a bit more, as noted above, most appreciate the fact that interest rates are very appealing. Indeed, mortgage math punishes those who don't lock in at or near the lowest rate possible. For example, if prices dip another 5% and interest rates go up just 1%, the monthly payment would increase rather significantly for an $800K home with 20% down (call me for exact numbers relating to a given situation). Down … (0 comments)
update: Novato CA Real Estate Market Update (May 2009 Home Sales Report) - 05/15/09 10:17 AM
While the pipeline of new properties and overall inventory levels increases dramatically throughout most of Marin County, CA (this is the prime selling season, after all), Novato's inventory level has remained very steady over the past 3 months. Just 151 single family homes are currently for sale. There were 152 homes for sale in April 2009 and 142 in March 2009. Novato's absorption rate (e.g., the number of months of inventory currently available in Novato) again dipped dramatically. In March, Novato had 7.9 months of inventory, in April there was 6 months inventory, and today there just 4.97 months of inventory. … (0 comments)
update: San Rafael CA Real Estate Market Report (May 2009 Home Sales Update) - 05/15/09 10:15 AM
As noted last month, San Rafael CA's real estate market is increasingly fueled by foreclosures and short sales. The low end (under $600K) is just on fire with "fire sale" prices. We are currently experiencing an amazing 69% pending ratio for homes priced at or below $600K (up from 31% in February). San Rafael's bread and butter homes, priced between $600K and $800K continue selling at a moderate pace with 29% of homes in escrow. Increasing affordability, low interest rates on conforming loans, an increased presence of FHA loans, and a shifting mindset are all resulting in a strengthening market. Additionally, … (0 comments)
update: Mill Valley CA (Luxury Homes & Real Estate — Home Selling Update 2009) - 05/09/09 05:11 PM
We are consistently asked by our clients (sellers), "when will our markets return to normal?" We formed our definition of a normal Marin County market in our Q3 2008 Luxury Newsletter (call us for a copy) only to be followed by the October '08 stock market meltdown. A normal Mill Valley market over the past ten years has been an annual average of 377 single family homes sold (31 per month). For the past six months the total has been 78 (16 per month). The number of units sold is off roughly 50%. Without closings we have limited comparables to make … (0 comments)
update: Marin County, California, Luxury Homes Report (April 2009–Sales and Inventory Analysis) - 04/19/09 10:57 PM
Despite my self-imposed limited media diet, I do read headlines. And the headlines are becoming more optimistic. This is a prerequisite for increased buyer confidence. I remain convinced that with minimal social proof, buyers will return to the market and pent-up demand will create a surge in sales figures. Increased conforming loan limits and a pronounced level of increased affordability across the board is a recipe for sales. Buyers with 25% down (and who otherwise qualify) will be able to obtain top-shelf financing for purchases of a little over $1.6 million. While that is not “Luxury” territory here in Marin, many … (0 comments)
update: Marin County, CA. Real Estate Update — April 2009 (Homes For Sale & Price Ranges) - 04/19/09 10:53 PM
March 2009 new escrows up 17% from March 2008 (and 58% from February 2009) – In Marin County our most reliable indicator of changing market conditions is new escrow activity. New escrow activity bottomed out in December 2008 and began a modest ascent through January and February 2009. I believe the sharp increase in new escrows in March 2009 is a combination of demand returning to our market and the cyclical nature of the business. It stands to reason that thought is that April and May closings will rise accordingly. Another interesting trend is the surge of activity in central and southern … (0 comments)
update: Tiburon & Belvedere Real Estate Market Report (April 2009 Home Sales Update) - 04/19/09 10:49 PM
There is nothing like Springtime on the Tiburon Peninsula, Corinthian Island, and Belvedere Island. Not only is the setting the most stunning in the World, but the wave of homes that hit the market this time of year is always awesome in its suddenness and impressiveness. Following a lackluster January & February 2009, March delivered 6 sales, including five sales in the $3 million to $10 million price range. Certainly, some extremely alluring inventory has found its way to market over the past few weeks, as we now have 19 homes on the market over $5 million, with more to … (0 comments)
update: Mill Valley CA Real Estate Market Report (April 2009 Home Sales Update) - 04/17/09 05:53 PM
Readers of my monthly reports on Mill Valley, CA. are well aware of my love for Mill Valley. They are also among the most informed consumers of Marin real estate (why else would they be reading my blog?). As such, despite my bias favoring Mill Valley, these consumers KNOW that Mill Valley presents serious value — right here, right now. This is true for every price band. Here are some numbers to contemplate: (1) just eleven homes sold in Mill Valley last month — a slow market; (2) of the eleven homes that sold, four were priced under $800K; (3) the bread-and-butter … (0 comments)
update: San Rafael CA Real Estate Market Report (April 2009 Home Sales Update) - 04/17/09 05:51 PM
San Rafael CA’s real estate market is increasingly fueled by foreclosures and short sales. We are currently experiencing 44% pending ratio for homes priced at or below $600K (up from 31% last month). Although San Rafael’s low end is not as strong as Novato’s, it is certainly gathering momentum. Importantly, San Rafael’s bread and butter homes, priced between $600K and $800K continue selling — 32% of these homes are in escrow (up 1% from February 2009). Increasing affordability, low interest rates on conforming loans, and a general shift in mindset are helping many buyers in the lower price ranges attain home … (0 comments)
update: Novato CA Real Estate Market Update (April 2009 Home Sales Report) - 04/17/09 05:49 PM
While the pipeline of new properties and overall inventory levels increases dramatically throughout most of Marin County, CA. (this is the prime selling season, after all), Novato’s inventory level remains at a seasonally adjusted low with just 152 single family homes for sale. There were 142 homes for sale in March 2009. Perhaps we are on the back side of the distressed property curve. Meanwhile, the absorption rate (e.g., the number of months of inventory currently available in Novato) dipped dramatically from 7.9 months in March to 6 months today (note: earlier this year, we were down to 4.5 months due … (0 comments)
update: Novato CA Real Estate Market Update (April 2009 Home Sales Report) - 04/15/09 11:12 PM
While the pipeline of new properties and overall inventory levels increases dramatically throughout most of Marin County, CA. (this is the prime selling season, after all), Novato’s inventory level remains at a seasonally adjusted low with just 152 single family homes for sale. There were 142 homes for sale in March 2009. Perhaps we are on the back side of the distressed property curve. Meanwhile, the absorption rate (e.g., the number of months of inventory currently available in Novato) dipped dramatically from 7.9 months in March to 6 months today (note: earlier this year, we were down to 4.5 months due … (0 comments)
update: San Rafael CA Real Estate Market Report (April 2009 Home Sales Update) - 04/15/09 11:10 PM
San Rafael CA’s real estate market is increasingly fueled by foreclosures and short sales. We are currently experiencing 44% pending ratio for homes priced at or below $600K (up from 31% last month). Although San Rafael’s low end is not as strong as Novato’s, it is certainly gathering momentum. Importantly, San Rafael’s bread and butter homes, priced between $600K and $800K continue selling — 32% of these homes are in escrow (up 1% from February 2009). Increasing affordability, low interest rates on conforming loans, and a general shift in mindset are helping many buyers in the lower price ranges attain home … (0 comments)
update: San Rafael Real Estate Market Report (March 2009 Home Sales Update) - 03/19/09 10:35 PM
Following Novato's lead, San Rafael's real estate market is gathering momentum at the low end as foreclosures and short sales drive the market. We are currently experiencing 31% pending ratio for homes priced at or below $600K. Although not as strong a market segment as Novato, I would still characterize it as competitive price band. Importantly, San Rafael's bread and butter homes, priced between $600K and $800K continue selling at a rapid clip - 31% of these homes are in escrow (up 2% from January 2009). Low interest rates on conforming loans are helping many buyers in the lower price ranges … (0 comments)
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During January 2011, Tiburon and Belvedere experienced just four home sales. Below are the percentages of homes in escrow in each of the major price bands:
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