Marin County Real Estate

Hamilton Field, Novato (Nature and Culture -- A Quick Tour)

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 12:33:25 -0600

Built during the Great Depression and named for World War I pilot and hero

Lloyd Hamilton, the Air Force base was originally marshland and was sold
to the U.S. government for $1. Hamilton Field was designed by Capt. Howard
B. Nurse, who created an environment that blended in with the natural
landscape, combining elements of Renaissance, Mission, Spanish
Churrigueresque and Art Modern.

In 1976, the airfield was closed and the area used as an introduction
center for refugees from Southeast Asia. Cambodians, Vietnamese and
Laotians poured into the base on their way to establishing homes
throughout the United States.

Marin MOCA:

Start your visit at the Marin Museum of Contemporary Art (500 Palm Drive),

right in the center of the triangle formed by Palm Drive and South Palm
Drive. Originally the headquarters of the Hamilton Air Force Base, today
the museum hosts exhibitions, classes, guest artist lectures,
demonstrations and workshops, as well as offering galley space to local
artists.

Before entering the museum, look at the elaborate Spanish Churrigueresque
concrete castings of the front facade. Inside, ornate painted beams look
like wood but are made of concrete. The museum is open 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Tuesday through Sunday. Admission is free. For a schedule of exhibitions
and classes, go to www.marinmoca.org.

Hamilton Field stroll:
Walk down South Palm Drive (museum on your left) past the theater (now
closed) and the Hamilton Community Center, formerly the Air Force Base
security building. At Hangar Avenue, look to your left at the richly
ornamented front door of the former enlisted men's barracks, today used
for residential senior housing.

Cross Hangar Avenue to explore the historic hangars, two of them occupied
by Disney's Imagemovers Digital. Hangar 6 houses the South Novato Library,
Sony Imageworks and Cafe Joel. Enter the hangar near Cafe Joel to see a
collection of historic photos.

Walk to the end of Hangar 6 and then look east toward the levee. Scramble
up the dirt slope to stroll along the levee looking at what was once the
base's runway. You will be sharing the levee with joggers and dog walkers.
Today, this desolate, muddy field is being restored, and it is already
home to mallards, egrets and herons.

When you descend from the levee, cross Hangar Avenue to see the historic
firehouse built in 1934 and soon to be home to the Hamilton Field History
Museum.

Vista Trail up Reservoir Hill:
A short but delightful hike takes you along Vista Trail to the top of
Reservoir Hill, where you can look over all of Hamilton Field. To access
the trail, walk down Palm Drive to its intersection with Hamilton Parkway.
Turn left (west) on North Hamilton Road, and you will soon come to the
Vista Trail trailhead. Climbing up the gentle grade of this half-mile,
wheelchair-accessible trail, you pass dramatic native oaks. At the summit,
you can gaze out in all directions and see the entire airfield and
soon-to-be-restored wetlands. Return the same way, or, if you want to
explore and take a longer hike, descend via the north end of the trail,
which connects to the Bay Trail on the levee.

After the walk:
When you're ready for lunch, stop in at Hamilton Cafe next to the museum
(502 S. Palm Drive). Here you can get elegant salads, sandwiches or pastas
with a glass or wine or an espresso.

Getting there:
By bus, Hamilton Field is reachable by the local Golden Gate Transit bus
No. 49 and from San Francisco by Golden Gate Transit commute bus No. 58.
See www.goldengate.org for routes and schedules.

By car, from San Francisco, go over the Golden Gate Bridge and head north
on Highway 101, exiting at Nave Drive. Take the second right onto Main
Gate Road. When you come to the Palm Drive/South Palm Drive triangle, bear
right and turn into the parking lot.

This article was written by Gail Todd and published in the San Francisco Chronicle on November 26, 2009. Click HERE for complete article.

Kyle Frazier, CRS

Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate

(415) 350-9440

www.Novato101.com

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

Marin County, California, Luxury Homes Report (November 2009–Sales and Inventory Analysis)

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:59:28 -0600

[Click HERE for the full article, courtesy of www.ImagineMarin.com]

Building on a trend noted in last month’s report, media coverage of the overall economy has improved. In particular, reporting on the housing market. Forecasters are predicting that 2010 will be the first year since 2005 for housing to contribute to the growth of the U.S. economy (based on a survey by the National Association for Business Economics). According to that organization, home prices are expected to rise 2 percent next year — over 80% of economists surveyed think the recession is over and recovery has begun. The Mortgage Bankers Association Chief Economist Jay Brinkmann, predicts that sales of existing homes will rise 11 percent in 2010, with sales of new homes climbing 21 percent.

But, perhaps more importantly, the Dow Jones has rocketed up past 10,000 and the tone of the W-shaped recovery dialogue has moderated. It was announced today that JPMorgan Chase plans to hire 1,200 mortgage bankers in light of improved housing market and signs of stability.

Finally, we know from past experience that in down cycles, once the San Francisco housing market recovers, there is a domino effect on surrounding communities. Accordingly, in our current cycle, we believe that our best leading indicator regarding a healthy, appreciating market (particularly in Southern Marin) will be the home sales environment in San Francisco. And there can be no doubt that the San Francisco market has improved dramatically in recent months. Additionally, as the banking institutions regain their footing and again provide bonuses to their employees, we will also see a surge in luxury home sales. In fact, if bonuses are significant and broad-based, I predict a very strong luxury sales market early in 2010 as buyers snap up the many “values” out there in the luxury and ultra-luxury sectors.

As reported in previous months, real buyers have become less numerous. They are placing emphasis on prestige locations, views, lifestyle amenities (usable yards, proximity to clubs/shopping, etc.), schools, and sensible scale. And they are seeking “value.” The Marin County luxury market has favored homes priced under $3 million — although 5 homes traded over $4 million in November 2009. [For a detailed snapshot of current national trends from the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing, click HERE. And if you would like a hyper-local report relating to any town or zip code in Marin or San Francisco, e-mail or call me at (415) 350-9440.]

The below graph tracks asking prices for 3 “hot” locales in Marin — Tiburon/Belvedere (they are combined here because they use the same zip code), Mill Valley, and Kentfield. Interestingly, while Belvedere continues to see asking prices drop, Kentfield and Mill Valley have seen asking prices increase over the last 4 months. Of course, asking prices do not necessarily closely reflect selling prices and in Mill Valley, there are lots of homes on the market in the higher price bands, which have not sold.

The year over year inventory levels in Mill Valley have hovered at around 20% higher than last year for 6 months, but has dipped to about 15%. Meanwhile, inventory in Kentfield is up 65% and Tiburon - Belvedere inventory levels are over 90% higher than last year.

Below is a new chart focusing on the percentage of homes that have experiencd price reductions and the depth of those price reductions, on average. This chart examines these trends in Mill Valley and in Belvedere - Tiburon. It is perhaps not surprising that nearly 35% of listings in Tiburon - Belvedere have experienced a price reduction and those reductions average about 12%.

[Click HERE for the rest of the article, courtesy of www.ImagineMarin.com]

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

Marin County, CA. Real Estate Update — November 2009 (Homes For Sale & Price Ranges)

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:19:01 -0600

Marin County, California real estate enters the Winter months much the same way it entered the Summer months — with a feeling that activity will be stronger than usual for this time of year. While year over year prices are down across the board no matter how you slice it, many feel as though absent further crisis, we may be nearing the end of the downward cycle — after a full 3 years. Certainly, well priced, updated homes in great locations are selling.

As noted in my Novato update, it is apparent that the low end in Northern Marin has settled on a bottom:

Savvy buyers waiting for “the bottom to hit” recognize that we may be there and that any further price erosion will be outweighed by increased interest rates which are likely around the bend. Surely, home buyers in Novato are finding that it is increasingly difficult to identify “turnkey” homes under $550,000. In the 94949 zip code, median prices year over year dipped a mere 3%. I think many observers would be surprised. Local agents are all talking about a “bounce” in prices over the past several months.

[click HERE for the rest of the article]

Meanwhile, the rest of Marin looks a little different. As noted last month, some sellers still suffer from pricing strategies that prevent them from realistically engaging with qualified buyers. Nonetheless, we have well over a dozen $2 million and up properties in escrow and are, no doubt, seeing increased confidence in high-end buyers. Should the stock market continue recovering in coming months and year end bonuses be granted at year end, I predict more late Winter sales and a strong early Spring market as affluent buyers step into the market which will undoubtedly hold "value" for those poised to strike.

As for bread and butter homes (e.g., priced below $1 million, at least 3 beds and 2 baths with 1,500 square feet or more) the chart below reflects the number of homes in escrow county-wide in October 2007 through October 2009. This year, our October escrow numbers are up a full 50% from both October 2007 & 2008. We see increased affordability and appealing interest rates supporting this trend for the foreseeable future.

Further evidence of a strengthening market exists in Mill Valley. The chart below shows a 90-day rolling average of Mill Valley’s new listings and absorbed listings (e.g., sales), comparing current numbers with those of last year. Note that the while the numbers for new listings are about the same, the number of absorbed listings exceeds that of 2008. If you would like to review a similar chart for any other town or city in Marin, please let me know.

Not surprisingly, inventory dropped significantly over the past month to 652 single family homes for sale (we had 762 last month). Note that this includes the Highway 101 corridor (excluding Western Marin inventory and condos).

For a detailed executive summary similar to, but much more detailed than below, providing statistics and trends relating to the Marin real estate market (or any specific zip code), contact me any time. It is always my pleasure to be of service.

Kyle Frazier, Broker Associate, Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS), Realtor

Christie’s Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin | Pacific Union International

(415) 350-9440

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Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

Tiburon & Belvedere CA Real Estate Market Report (November 2009 Morgan LaneUpdate)

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 11:02:40 -0600

Belvedere and Tiburon real estate is expensive — land values are extraordinarily high. Several homes each year sell for $5 million and up. As 2009 began to unwind, the luxury sector was flat for obvious reasons and it seemed as though the highly valued luxury homes with jetliner views and royal class appointments would never sell again — that has changed. For four months straight we have experienced sales above the $5 million mark. October was no exception with 2 sales.

Nonetheless, sales and activity remain choppy. There are currently 93 listings in the 94920 zip code, which covers Tiburon and Belvedere (down 16 from last month). Twenty-two of these properties are priced over $5 million. In the lower price segments, activity is moderate (3 sales under $2 million). There were 8 sales in September 2009.

Not until March of this year did the median asking price for homes in Belvedere dip below that of 2008. Belvedere was the last Marin city to experience that shift (a full 6 months after Tiburon). Over the past several months however, that shift has become more exaggerated as prices begin reflecting market realities. Currently, the median asking asking price in Belvedere is more than $1.25 million lower than 1 year ago. In contrast, Tiburon’s asking prices have actually increased to the point they are slightly above those of a year ago — of course, these are asking prices, not sales prices.

For homes that sold in October 2009, the average price per square foot was $774 — far above August’s $674. Below are the percentages of homes in escrow in each of the major price bands:

20% of homes priced under $2 million (up from 19% last month);
22% of homes between $2 million and $3 million (up 10% from last month);
8% of homes between $3 million and $5 million ( down from 12% from last month);
4% of homes over $5 million (down from 12% from last month).

Tiburon and Belvedere homes that sold in October 2009 exhibited the following characteristics:

Number of Sales: 8

Average Days on Market: 121

Price: $3,097,500

Square Feet: 3,684

Price per Square Foot: $774

If you have any other questions or would like a custom market analysis of your home’s current likely sales price, please call me at (415) 350-9440. My name is Kyle Frazier and I am a Broker, Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), and Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS) with Christie’s Great Estates | Morgan Lane International Realtors. It is always my pleasure to be of service.

p.s. I know of several properties that are not being formally marketed on the MLS, so if you are looking to buy please call me to see if any of these may meet your needs. If you would like a copy of my Tiburon / Belvedere Hotlist, e-mail me at Kyle@ImagineMarin.com.

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

Mill Valley CA. Real Estate Report (November 2009 Home Sales)

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:53:11 -0600

We know from past experience that in down cycles, once the San Francisco housing market recovers, there is a domino effect on surrounding communities. Accordingly, in our current cycle, we believe that our best leading indicator regarding a healthy, appreciating market (particularly in Southern Marin) will be the home sales environment in San Francisco. And there can be no doubt that the San Francisco market has improved dramatically in recent months. Additionally, as the banking institutions regain their footing and again provide bonuses to their employees, we will also see a surge in luxury home sales. In fact, if bonuses are significant and broad-based, I predict a very strong luxury sales market early in 2010 as buyers snap up the many “values” out there in the luxury and ultra-luxury sectors.

Mill Valley will be first in line to benefit from this influx of local income. Meanwhile, however, the number of homes sold remains low. In October, we had just 20 home sales — virtually the same as in July, August, and September 2009. Many believe that the low number of sales is due in large part to a lack of “sexy inventory.” And in fact, turnkey homes that are priced competitively and located in desirable areas sell FAST. Meanwhile, homes with “challenges” in regard to location, condition, or price are simply not selling.

Sales prices seem to have gathered traction after a slippery first half of the year, last month’s price per square foot of homes sold was $565 (home sales prices have held steady in this general price per square foot range for months now). Of course, price per square foot is an often misleading indicator as applied to individual homes for several reasons (e.g., condition, location, usable yard space, and the size of the home — the larger the home, the lower the price per square foot). Indeed, a nice home in Sycamore Park may sell for $750-$800 per square foot. It all depends on the various factors in play.

Note that the graph below tracks asking prices and the average price per square foot for homes on the market is rising. It is currently approximately $620 per square foot. It remains to be seen whether this rise will translate into higher sales prices.

Based on last month’s sales total of 20, we currently have an overall inventory of homes sufficient to last 5.3 months (slightly lower than last month) — this is called the absorption rate. This is still a HUGE reduction from the absorption rate from May 2009, which stood at well over 8 months.

The number of homes in escrow is up by about 11% from last month. We think there are many real buyers out there who have been waiting for “a sign” to buy — we don’t know what that sign will be (there are likely to be many “signs”), but we feel it will likely come soon.

In fact, the percentage of homes in escrow has risen to 55% in the bottom price band (under $800,000). This indicates that Mill Valley’s low end market is becoming very competitive and that fact bodes well. In Novato, for example, we believe the bottom began to form in April 2009 when it’s low end market began to see escrow ratios over 50% (Novato’s entry level price band has since reached over 80% of homes in escrow in what has become a very tight market). Since then, Novato’s overall market has become increasingly hotter across all price bands. I believe if Mill Valley follows suit, we will see a marked increase in sales over the next few months, particularly if San Francisco firms begin providing bonuses again in the New Year. Remember, last year, there were no bonuses and as a result (at least in part), we had a flat-lining market for the first 5 months of the year.

[Click HERE for the rest of the article, courtesy of www.MillValley101.com]

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

San Rafael CA Real Estate (November 2009 Home Sales Update)

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 10:53:17 -0600

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 interest rates, FHA loan availability (allowing purchase loans up to $729,000 with 3.5% down), and a shifting mindset by both buyers (who are ready to pull the trigger) and sellers (who are ready to do what it takes to sell). Meanwhile, housing inventory for single family homes fell to 135 homes (from 154 last month).

As reported this Summer, San Rafael listing prices experienced a brief rise from March to June, but that trend has reversed and resumed its downward trajectory. By comparison, asking prices in Novato have been rising for several months, leading many to believe that the bottom has formed in Novato. It does not appear this transition has fully settled in San Rafael.

[Click HERE for the rest of the article, courtesy of www.SanRafael101.com]

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

Novato Real Estate (November 2009 Home Sales)

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:16:32 -0600

Leaves are starting to hit the ground as the days grow shorter. But, Novato’s hot market shows no signs of cooling down. In October 2009, 50 Novato, California homes sold, compared with 35 sales in September 2009. Suffice it to say, the Novato real estate market is hot. Entry level home sales have shown sustained strength for the past 6 months. The number of homes actively listed in Novato remains very low compared with the rest of Marin (and the percentage of homes in escrow remains much higher than the rest of Marin). This exceptional demand is based on stunning affordability (homes are selling now for prices nobody could have dreamed of 3 short years ago) and the fantastically low interest rates.

While the average sales price of Novato homes rose in August to a remarkable $713,440 (based in large part on the makeup of sales), that number fell back to Earth in September — $646,389. Last month, the average sales price rose to $667,788.

Certain zip codes are performing exceptionally well. For example, in 94949 (Southern Novato) the percentage of homes in escrow is up 38% from last October and the average days on market is down 70%. This is simple supply and demand. Savvy buyers waiting for “the bottom to hit” recognize that we may be there and that any further price erosion will be outweighed by increased interest rates which are likely around the bend. Surely, home buyers in Novato are finding that it is increasingly difficult to identify “turnkey” homes under $550,000. In the 94949 zip code, median prices year over year dipped a mere 3%. I think many casual observers would be surprised. Local agents are all talking about a “bounce” in prices over the past several months.

Below are the percentages of homes in escrow in each of Novato’s major price bands:

78% of homes priced under $500,000 (up from 73% last month);
60% of homes between $501,000 and $600,000 (down from 66% last month — we have 5 new listings that just came on the market or this number would be higher);
45% of homes between $601,000 and $750,000 (down from 53%);
31% of homes between $751,000 and $1 million (about the same as last month);
23% of homes between $1 million and $1.5 million (down from 31%);
0% of homes between $1.5 million and up.

Importantly, and in line with recent months, the move-up price bands are selling as well as the entry level properties:

26 homes priced under $600,000 sold in October 2009
16 homes priced from $601,00 to $1 million sold in October 2009
5 homes priced from $1 million to $1.5 million sold in October 2009

In fact, more homes sold in October 2009 in the $1 million to $1.5 million price band in Novato than sold in Mill Valley in that same price band. I have regularly noted that the Novato luxury market is likely to gain momentum and we are seeing tangible sales figures support my observations.

[Click HERE for the rest of the article, courtesy of www.Novato101.com.]

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

Would I Like Condo Living (Marin County, California)

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:25:37 -0600

There are lots of reasons to love condominiums ("condos"). People at both ends of the home buying cycle often find condos are perfect for their needs. Young, first-time buyers often buy condos (I am including townhomes and lofts for the sake of simplicity) because condos are generally more affordable than single family homes at the entry level.

At the other end of the spectrum, are those folks who have raised their families and are ready to embrace the concept of "easy living," leaving the hassles of home maintenance to somebody else. Indeed, the maintenance-free lifestyle also appeals to just about everybody who is too busy working long hours and spending their spare time socializing, etc., no matter what stage of life.

But, it is sometimes hard to know what your temperment and preferences are as they relate to condo living. The following is a quick and easy set of unscientifically designed questions, quite possibly errant in their presumptions and conclusions, to help you determine if a condo is right for you.

Tennis courts and pools are:

____ an absolute must.

____ nice, but no big deal.

____ exercise and sun are not my thing.

Urban living is

____ excellent, exciting ... I love it!

____ ho hum....traffic and parking tickets are a real bummer.

____ for the birds.

My living environment should be:

____ whatever ... I don't care.

____ I like to have some things a certain way.

____ exactly as I say (people tell me I am a control freak).

Privacy, to me, is:

____ not a big deal (I don't even plan on buying curtains).

____ somewhat important.

____ HUGE! Look away, please.

Home resale value is important because:

____ I'm gonna move again in a couple years.

____ Over time I would like to see my equity grow.

____ Whoever inherits my property may need the money.

Meeting people and having frequent interactions is:

____ Great! I love people!

____ OK. So long as they smell good.

____ I really hate people and their boring chit chat.

My willingness to do annual maintenance chores is:

____ Maintenance? Huh?

____ I do my Spring cleaning the next Fall, as necessary.

____ My yearly maintenance routine is on the calendar.

If someone asked you, "Do you like to mow the lawn and pull weeds?", your likely response is:

____ No.

____ I don't mind.

____ LOVE it! And I want fruit trees too!

Now, for each question, give yourself one point for each first answer, two points for each second answer, and three points for each third answer. Add them up.

8 to 12 points: Go out and buy a condo immediately--you will soon be on the Board of the HOA.

13-21 points: You will be happy in a condo.

22-24 points: Maybe you should think about buying a house.

Kyle Frazier, CRS (Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane International)

(415) 350-9440

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

Prevent the Flu -- Identify the Flu

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:44:35 -0600

Somebody e-mailed the below to me. It seems like good stuff, so I am passing it on....

Know the Difference between Cold and H1N1 Flu Symptoms

Fever
Fever is rare with a cold.
Fever is usually present with the flu in up to 80% of all flu cases. A temperature of 100 F or higher for 3 to 4 days is associated with the flu.

Coughing
A hacking, productive (mucus- producing) cough is often present with a cold.
A non-productive (non-mucus producing) cough is usually present with the flu (sometimes referred to as dry cough).

Aches
Slight body aches and pains can be part of a cold.
Severe aches and pains are common with the flu.

Stuffy Nose
Stuffy nose is commonly present with a cold and typically resolves spontaneously within a week.
Stuffy nose is not commonly present with the flu.

Chills
Chills are uncommon with a cold.
60% of people who have the flu experience chills.

Tiredness
Tiredness is fairly mild with a cold.
Tiredness is moderate to severe with the flu.

Sneezing
Sneezing is commonly present with a cold.
Sneezing is not common with the flu.

Sudden Symptoms
Cold symptoms tend to develop over a few days.
The flu has a rapid onset within 3-6 hours. The flu hits hard and includes sudden symptoms like high fever, aches and pains.

Headache
A headache is fairly uncommon with a cold.
A headache is very common with the flu, present in 80% of flu cases.

Sore Throat
Sore throat is commonly present with a cold.
Sore throat is not commonly present with the flu.

Chest Discomfort
Chest discomfort is mild to moderate with a cold.
Chest discomfort is often severe with the flu.

The only portals of entry are the nostrils and mouth/throat. In a global epidemic of this nature, it's almost impossible not coming into contact with H1N1 in spite of all precautions. Contact with H1N1 is not so much of a problem as proliferation is.

While you are still healthy and not showing any symptoms of H1N1 infection, in order to prevent proliferation, aggravation of symptoms and development of secondary infections, some very simple steps, not fully highlighted in most official communications, can be practiced (instead of focusing on how to stock N95 or Tamiflu):

1. Frequent hand-washing (well highlighted in all official communications).

2. "Hands-off-the-face" approach. Resist all temptations to touch any part of face (unless you want to eat, bathe or slap).

3. *Gargle twice a day with warm salt water (use Listerine if you don't trust salt). *H1N1 takes 2-3 days after initial infection in the throat/nasal cavity to proliferate and show characteristic symptoms. Simple gargling prevents proliferation. In a way, gargling with salt water has the same effect on a healthy individual that Tamiflu has on an infected one. Don't underestimate this simple, inexpensive and powerful preventative method.

4. Similar to 3 above, *clean your nostrils at least once every day with warm salt water. *Not everybody may be good at using a Neti pot, but *blowing the nose hard once a day and swabbing both nostrils with cotton swabs dipped in warm salt water is very effective in bringing down viral population.*

5. *Boost your natural immunity with foods that are rich in Vitamin C. *If you have to supplement with Vitamin C tablets, make sure that it also has Zinc to boost absorption.

6. *Drink as much of warm liquids (tea, coffee, etc) as you can. *Drinking warm liquids has the same effect as gargling, but in the reverse direction. They wash off proliferating viruses from the throat into the stomach where they cannot survive, proliferate or do any harm.

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

New Pool Facility Set to Open Soon at Hamilton Field

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 12:08:24 -0500

An aging public pool at Hamilton Field, Novato is almost ready for a grand debut after a $5 million renovation. The pool is located across from Hamilton Field's "The Landing at Hamilton" new home development (which is set to break ground in coming months) and the existing neighborhood of South Gate.

The renovation was approved unanimously by the Novato City Council in November 2007 and final plans were approved in March 2008. The leaky old pool was not compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act and access to its bathhouse was restricted by the Marin County health department.

The revamped facility at 206 El Bonito Road includes a main pool of 185,000 gallons and a shallow pool of 12,000 gallons. There is new decking, piping, lighting and landscaping plus bathhouses.

Solar power and water leaks that have been fixed will lead to considerable savings compared with costs of the old pool, but the city will have to pay the water bill that was previously paid by the U.S. Coast Guard.

Traditionally, Hamilton Pool has been open Memorial Day through the end of September. If a private operator is signed to a contract, it could be open year-round, Shinault said.

______________________________________

The above information was derived from an article in the Marin Independent Journal, 10/30/09. If you have any questions relating to Novato real estate, call Kyle Frazier at (415) 350-9440.

Kyle Frazier, CRS (Christies's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate | Pacific Union International)

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

Dog Parks in Marin, California

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 23:22:21 -0500

DOG PARKS IN MARIN

- Bayfront Park, Sycamore Avenue east of Camino Alto, Mill Valley.

- Canine Commons, Doherty Drive east of Magnolia Avenue, Larkspur.

- Field of Dogs, Civic Center Drive at Armory Drive and the lagoon, San Rafael.

- O'Hair Park, Novato Boulevard just west of San Marin Drive, Novato.

- Red Hill Community Park, between Shaw Drive and Sunny Hills Drive, San Anselmo (pending completion).

- Remington Park, Ebbtide Avenue at Bridgeway in Sausalito.

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

Marin County Trends $500K to $1 million (Q1 to Q3 2009)

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 11:27:12 -0500

The year 2009 in Marin County, California has been a roller coaster ride for real estate sellers, buyers, and agents. To the extent that trends can be identified, they have proven particularly ethereal and fleeting.

Nonetheless, it does appear that the one market sector that has shaken out this year is the entry level single family home market. Prices appear to have hit bottom in Novato's (Northern Marin) sub-$500K sector. Seemingly, most agents agree that to find a "livable" home in a good neighborhood is very difficult to find under $500K. Inventory in that price band is slim and quickly put into contract.

The below table examines the first 3 quarters of this year as compared to 2007 & 2008. While volume, total sales, and prices are down significantly from 2007, volume and total sales are up from 2008 (although prices are down incrementally in this price band).

Note that this table does not include a lot of the low end Novato inventory discussed above. Importantly, this exclusion helps to show that a bottom is forming outside of Novato's entry level price band.

Marin County ($500K to $1 million)
	Jan. – Sept. 2007	Jan. – Sept. 2008	% Change	Jan. – Sept. 2009	% Change
Volume	$559,167,393	$415,321,251	-25.73%	$465,783,695	12.15%
Homes Sold	764	562	-26.44%	635	12.99%
Avg. Days on Market	68	84	23.53%	105	25%
Median Price	$790,000	$740,000	-6.33%	$726,000	-1.89%
Average Price	$784,000	$739,000	-5.77%	$733,000	-.81%

By: Kyle Frazier, CRS, CLHMS, Broker Associate | Christie's Great Estates - Morgan Lane International Realtors | Kentfield, CA. (415) 350-9440.

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

Home / Marin Luxury Properties Report / Marin County, California, Luxury Homes Report

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:05:48 -0500

In our New Economy, real buyers have become less numerous and have placed increased emphasis on prestige locations, views, lifestyle amenities (usable yards, proximity to clubs/shopping, etc.), schools, and sensible scale. As reported all year, the luxury segment remains weighted towards homes priced under $3 million — although 4 homes priced over $4 million sold in October 2009. First and foremost, the economy must give reason for optimism and the stock market must continue to win back gains lost over the past year. Once some of those gains are recaptured, affluent buyers will feel more comfortable with major purchases again.

Meanwhile, the media has been placing a positive spin on economic news coverage, which will hopefully result in a positive feedback loop. For example, a story run in the A.P. last week noted that economic forecasters are predicting that 2010 will be the first year since 2005 for housing to contribute to the growth of the U.S. economy (based on a survey by the National Association for Business Economics). According to that organization, home prices are expected to rise 2 percent next year and over 80 percent of economists surveyed by the NABE think the recession is over and recovery has begun. In addition, the San Francisco Chronicle ran a story last week regarding how low interest rates have spurred a modest increase in Bay Area home sales in September. Also concurring with the expectation of growth is the Mortgage Bankers Association Chief Economist Jay Brinkmann, who predicts that sales of existing homes will rise 11 percent in 2010, with sales of new homes climbing 21 percent.

For a detailed snapshot of current national trends from the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing, click HERE. And if you would like a hyper-local report relating to any town or zip code in Marin or San Francisco, call me at (415) 350-9440.

[Click HERE for the rest of the article, courtesy of www.ImagineMarin.com.]

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

Marin County, CA. Real Estate Update — October 2009 (Homes For Sale & Price Ranges)

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 12:27:01 -0500

Over the past year, my reports have continually pointed to simple supply and demand indicators in an effort to define a “normal” Marin County real estate market. As noted a year ago, “recovery to a normal market will require stability in financial markets, a strong local employment trend, affordable interest rates and strengthening consumer confidence.”

Reflecting on the past twelve months, Marin County real estate markets experienced the most difficult and unpredictable dynamics. The financial markets imploded, unemployment trends accelerated and consumer confidence was shattered. And while we benefit from historically low interest rates, credit requirements, approval guidelines, and loan to value ratios are as stringent as in recent memory.

The good news is that over 1,100 single family homes have sold in Marin County in the first nine months of 2009. Successful sellers have processed market dynamics, followed their real estate advisors recommendations and successfully made housing decisions to support their lifestyle. Buyers continue to seek opportunity and will write offers only on the homes that have balanced the best pricing in relation to the relevant and recent neighborhood comparables.

Over 70% of the 1,100 single family homes sold in 2009 closed for under $1 million. Approximately 50% of these 1,100 homes closed in San Rafael or Novato. The velocity of the market under $1 million and in San Rafael and Novato may be the only growth sector in Marin County real estate. The chart below illustrates summary market trends by price point.

YTD Sep ’09 v YTD Sep ‘08

Jan 1 – Sep 30, ‘09

$500K - $1M

$1 Million and Up

$1 - $3 Million

$3 Million +

Volume

+12.15%

-50.23%

-48.05%

-56.64%

Units Sold

+12.99%

-47.18%

-46.47%

-53.62%

Average Price

-0.81%

-5.82%

-2.95%

-6.51%

Median Price

-1.89%

-2.70%

-1.06%

-21.71%

Days on Market

+25.00%

+43.66%

+49.25%

+12.00%

The average number of days on market has trended over 100 days for 2009. This trend is indicative of sellers’ “hoping” to get a specific price for their home — these hopes are often based on what they paid for it or what they “need” to sell it for in order to maintain lifestyle choices.

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

Mill Valley CA. Real Estate Market Report (October 2009 Home Sales Update)

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 23:36:53 -0500

The good new is that it seems the media has turned a corner on its reporting of the U.S. and worldwide economies, as well as the housing market. Positive press coverage has permeated all forms of media and is certain to change the tide, although it will take time. Significantly, San Francisco agents are reporting a significant surge in sales and prices. We know from past experience, that once San Francisco recovers, surrounding communities recover in a geo-concentrically expanding fashion.

Yet, the Mill Valley, CA. real estate market continues to limp along, offering hope of recovery, but not fully reaching the plateau (or nadir, as it were). Pardon the inevitable mixed metaphors, but it seems the real estate market is like an elite athlete with an ankle sprain, constantly at risk of further injury or re-aggravation. Our low expectations for September were fulfilled as we had just 21 home sales — same as in July and August 2009.

While it seemed that prices had gathered traction after a slippery first half of the year, last month’s price per square foot for homes sold dipped to $529 — note that the graph below tracks asking prices and the average price per square foot for homes on the market is holding steady at about $615. We have been waiting to see whether this flattening out of asking prices would carry over into the sales prices of homes trading this Fall and Winter and it appears the answer in “no.”

[Click HERE for the rest of this article, courtesy ofwww.MillValley101.com.]

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

Tiburon & Belvedere CA Real Estate Market Report (October 2009 Home Sales Update)

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 23:25:23 -0500

Belvedere and Tiburon sit on the Tiburon Peninsula and associated islands, just across a narrow portion of the San Francisco Bay and the Golden Gate Bridge. Real estate is expensive. Several homes each year sell for $5 million and up. As 2009 began to unwind, the luxury sector was flat for obvious reasons and it seemed as though the highly valued luxury homes with jetliner views and royal class appointments would never sell again — that has changed. For three months straight we have experienced sales above the $5 million mark.

Nonetheless, sales and activity remain choppy. There are currently 109 listings in the 94920 zip code, which covers Tiburon and Belvedere (down 4 from last month). Twenty-one of these properties are priced over $5 million. In the lower price segments, activity is tepid. There were just 6 sales in September 2009 — 4 of these homes were priced under $1 million. Meanwhile, there are currently 30 properties listed for sale under $2 million.

[Click HERE for the rest of the article, courtesy of www.NorthBayRE.com.]

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

San Rafael, CA Real Estate (October 2009)

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 23:00:41 -0500

San Rafael, California’s real estate market continues leaning heavily on foreclosures and short sales for volume. The entry level price band (under $600K) remains at a slow boil with 64% of home are now in escrow, same as last month. Meanwhile, the $600K to $800K price band (a mix of entry level and move-up homes) rose to 38% of homes in escrow from 31% in September 2009).

It is no secret that our current real estate environment favors buyers, not only because of the state of the market (e.g., prices back down to 2003 levels in many cases), but also because of superior interest rates, FHA loan availability (allowing purchase loans up to $729,000 with 3.5% down), and a shifting mindset by both buyers (who are ready to pull the trigger) and sellers (who are ready to do what it takes to sell).

Housing inventory for single family homes in San Rafael fell to 154 homes (from 169 last month). It is interesting to note that while San Rafael’s inventory has risen and its percentage of homes in escrow has dropped, Novato (the next city north) has experienced the opposite. In fact, in the move up market, Novato sales rates eclipse San Rafael’s by a long-shot.

As reported this Summer, San Rafael listing prices experienced a brief rise, but that trend has reversed and resumed its downward trajectory. By comparison, asking prices in Novato have been rising for several months, leading many to believe that the bottom has formed in Novato. It does not appear this phenomenon is being replicated in San Rafael.

[Click HERE for the rest of this report, courtesy of www.SanRafael101.com.]

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

Novato, California (Real Estate Market Update -- October 2009)

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:56:10 -0500

“Give Yourself a Raise. Move to Novato.”

Entering into the dormancy season for Marin County real estate, it appears that certain “hotspots” remain — Novato is one of them. In September 2009, 35 Novato homes sold, compared with 38 sales in August 2009. The Novato real estate market derives its strength from entry level home sales. The number of homes actively listed in Novato remains very low compared with the rest of Marin (and the percentage of homes in escrow is much higher than the rest of Marin) because of exceptional demand based on affordability and the ongoing fantastically low interest rates.

While the average sales price of Novato homes rose in August to a remarkable $713,440 (based in large part to the makeup of sales), that number fell back to Earth in September — $646,389. Even so, the psychological impact on buyers waiting for bottom to hit has begun to register. Anecdotally, I can attest that many buyers are looking at the inventory of homes in Novato and acknowledging that prices in the lower price bands are level and that it is increasingly difficult to identify “turnkey” homes under $525,000 — $550,000.

[Click HERE for the rest of the article, courtesy of www.Novato101.com.]

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

Paradise Foods Set to Open (Novato, California)

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 18:13:26 -0500

Southern Novato will soon benefit from another grocery store — the highly anticipated Paradise Foods is scheduled to open next week, according to the Marin IJ. I drive by the site regularly and sure enough it is looking good. The entire shopping center (on Ignacio, just west of HWY 101), which lost its anchor tenant Safeway last year (Safeway opened its mega-store across HWY 101 at Hamilton Center — it is the best Safeway in Marin, by all accounts), is looking great.

Below is the article from the IJ — note the shameless self promotion near the bottom of the article ….

Paradise Foods, Novato

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

How to Lose Your Net (Impact of Overpricing in Mill Valley, California)

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 10:05:33 -0500

Barring special circumstances, there is generally nothing more important to sellers than the net amount of funds they retain when their home is sold. As every real estate professional will attest, pricing correctly for the market at the outset of the listing period is far and away the most important factor in the sales process — as they say, "price conquers all buyer objections."

Each year in the real estate industry, numerous books are written, classes are taught, and sermons are delivered on the topic of pricing. Managers implore their agents to advise their clients about the dangers of over-pricing and agents natter on amongst themselves about the importance of this element of the home sales process.

Nonetheless, homes come on the market that are overpriced based on recent market data. And this injures not just the sellers, who end up netting less on the sale of their home, but it collaterally hurts the listing agent’s reputation, the neighborhood’s reputation, and the morale of buyers and sellers (who are understandably frustrated by incorrect pricing, although for different reasons).

The image below is a snapshot of just how big a hit sellers take when they price incorrectly in the Mill Valley, California real estate market for homes between $1 million and $2 million (based on sales from January 1, 2009 to October 7, 2009).

For example, if a home sells within the first 30-days, those sellers received an average of ~97% of list price. I think all would agree that is a great result! At the other end of the spectrum, homes sitting on the market for over 120-days, sold for 82% of list price. Those are startling figures.

Let’s do a touchstone example with easy math — we have a house that I estimate should sell for about $1 million.

Option 1: The sellers go with my suggested list price of $1 million — because it is priced approprately, it sells after the 1st open house for $997,000 (e.g., 97%).
Option 2: The sellers decide to list it at $1.1 million (to test the market and/or to allow "wiggle room" in negotiations) and it takes 5 months to sell — eventually, it sells for $902,000 (e.g., 82% of list price).

The takeaway:

By pricing correctly at outset, not only do the sellers net $95,000 more for the sale of their home, but they also avoid the massive inconvenience of prolonged marketing (open houses, showings, and general anxiety — and you can’t put a price on that).

By: Kyle Frazier, CRS (Christie’s Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate). Kyle is a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist and is available for counselling and selling services in Marin County, California.

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

Best Biking Trips in Marin

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 17:04:53 -0500

Estero Trail, Point Reyes National Seashore: A nine-mile trip with sweeping coastal views and no trail conflicts makes this a near sure thing (unless there's fog).

Take the Estero Trail up to the ridge to the Drake's Head Trail. The views are breathtaking, first across the Estero de Limantour, and then later across miles of ocean. Open foothills mean no blind turns or surprise encounters. (415) 464-5100 or nps.gov/pore.

Sir Francis Drake Bikeway, Samuel P. Taylor State Park: An easy 10-mile round trip runs parallel to Lagunitas Creek, a gorgeous stream under a redwood canopy.

Start at the Platform Bridge trailhead on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, signed Cross Marin Trail (about four miles west of the entrance of the park). Ride upstream to the Shafter Bridge, then turn around and sail back down. The ambitious can extend the ride on the Shafter Trail to the sensational Bolinas Ridge Fire Road and create a 14-mile loop with a 1,300-foot gain (and drop on the way back). (415) 488-9897, parks.ca.gov.

China Camp Loop, China Camp State Park: This park provides the most liberal mountain bike rules of any state park, and on weekends and weekday evenings, it seems bikers have driven hikers out of the place.

A matrix of trails can be linked to provide 10- to 12-mile loop rides. The destination for most is the Bay View Trail, which provides a series of panoramas both of the local Marin shore and beyond across San Pablo Bay. (415) 456-0766; parks.ca.gov.

And here are a couple more easy ones: Bear Valley Trail, Point Reyes National Seashore; Tennessee Valley Trail, Marin Headlands;

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

Kyle Frazier, CRS (Christie's Great Estates -- Morgan Lane) Earns Luxury Home Marketing Designation

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 22:58:09 -0500

Kyle Frazier with Christie's Great Estates -- Morgan Lane Marin in Kentfield has earned the certification from The Institute of Luxury Home Marketing. Kyle is the only agent in Marin County California to hold both that designation and the Certified Residential Specialist designation. Call Kyle for counseling and marketing services relating to your luxury home needs in Marin County. Kyle Frazier, CRS Christie's Great Estates -- Morgan Lane Marin Kentfield, California (415) 350-9440 Kyle@ImagineMarin.com

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

Marin County, CA. Real Estate Update — September 2009 (Homes For Sale & Price Ranges)

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 14:11:29 -0500

Marin County, California real estate held steady, for the most part, through Summer 2009. While year over year prices are down across the board no matter how you slice it, many feel as though absent further crisis, we may be nearing the end of the downward cycle — after a full 3 years. Certainly, well priced, updated homes in great locations are selling promptly.

In Northern Marin (a.k.a Novato), 81% of homes priced under $500,000 are in escrow (that’s 39 out of 48 homes!). In San Rafael, 64% of homes priced at or below $600,000 are in escrow. These astonishing sales numbers are propelled by value / affordability, the $8,000 tax credit, and the increased FHA loan limits which went into effect in April 2009.

Meanwhile, the higher price bands look a little different.

[Click HERE for the rest of the article, courtesy of www.NorthBayRE.com].

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

Marin County, California, Luxury Homes Report (September 2009)

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 14:05:19 -0500

Earlier this month marked the one-year anniversary of the beginning of the equities market meltdown, which profoundly impacted Marin County, California’s luxury real estate market. In our New Economy, real buyers have become less numerous and have placed increased emphasis on prestige locations, views, lifestyle amenities (usable yards, proximity to clubs/shopping, etc.), schools, and sensible scale.

As reported all year, the luxury segment remains weighted towards homes priced under $4 million — while we had 3 sales of homes priced over $4 million in July 2009, yet August 2009 saw just 1 sale in this affluent price band. Among the sales last month, was a $5.1 million trade in Belvedere (an amazing home on a double lot on the Belvedere Lagoon) and an off-market $8 million Kentfield (both buyers and sellers were represented by my company). The reasons for the slowdown in sales is no mystery, so too are the reasons we will eventually return to normalcy. First and foremost, the economy must give reason for optimism and the stock market must continue to win back gains lost over the past year. Once some of those gains are recaptured, affluent buyers will feel more comfortable with major purchases again. And it looks like we are heading in that direction — last week, Ben Bernanke noted that the recession is likely over and the Wall Street Journal (a media source which is not-so-subtly slanted against real estate investment) noted that real estate “has rarely looked better” — click HERE for article. Also, for a detailed snapshot of current national trends from the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing dated September 13, 2009, click HERE.

[Click HERE for the rest of the article, courtesy of www.ImagineMarin.com.]

If you would like a hyper-local report relating to any town or zip code in Marin or San Francisco, call me at (415) 350-9440.

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

Tiburon & Belvedere CA Real Estate Market Report (September 2009 Home Sales Update)

Sat, 19 Sep 2009 10:39:50 -0500

Tiburon and Belvedere, California real estate is some of the most valuable in the Bay Area — Belvedere had a closing at $5.1 million in August 2009. Perhaps because of this, sales and activity remain choppy, despite the favorable market environment for buyers. In fact, even the "anti-real estate" Wall Street Journal recently noted that the real estate market "has rarely looked better" click HERE for article.

There are currently 113 active listings in the 94920 zip code, which covers Tiburon and Belvedere (up by about 10 properties from last month). Twenty of these properties are priced over $5 million. While last month’s report noted increasing activity, it appears we are back to baseline experienced in the first quarter of 2009. There were just 8 sales in August 2009 and 6 of these were under $1 million. There are currently 29 active properties listed for sale under $2 million in Tiburon and Belvedere — 7 additional homes are in escrow.

[Click HERE for the rest of the article, courtesy of www.NorthBayRE.com].

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Broker Associate
Christie's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate
(415) 350-9440
www.NorthBayRE.com

Jan 1 – Sep 30, ‘09	$500K - $1M	$1 Million and Up	$1 - $3 Million	$3 Million +
Volume	+12.15%	-50.23%	-48.05%	-56.64%
Units Sold	+12.99%	-47.18%	-46.47%	-53.62%
Average Price	-0.81%	-5.82%	-2.95%	-6.51%
Median Price	-1.89%	-2.70%	-1.06%	-21.71%
Days on Market	+25.00%	+43.66%	+49.25%	+12.00%