Blog entries tagged with "larkspur":


larkspur: Marin Real Estate Home Sales 2008 Mid Year Report - 07/30/08 01:01 PM
My clients or many Realtors on the National Forum have been asking me about how the market is in general and in Marin county.
My answer is always - Real Estate is LOCAL 
No matter how much the media dramatizes the market condition, Marin County House Prices still hold steady.  … (0 comments)

larkspur: Larkspur, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ June 2008 - 07/12/08 07:47 PM
As of July 12, 2008 25% of available listings in Larkspur are in escrow.
For the month of June 2008 7 homes sold in Larkspur for an average final selling price of $1,651,541.
The average original asking price of these homes was $1,768,429.
The range of final selling prices was from … (0 comments)

larkspur: Sunday Open Houses in Marin County for June 22, 2008 - 06/20/08 01:13 PM
There are several open houses this Sunday, June 22, two in particular that I recommend:
89 Spindrift Passage in Corte Madera
118 Baltimore Avenue in Larkspur
To see more, check out the online Open House Guide.
To see everything that is for sale, check out our local MLS.
To learn more … (0 comments)

larkspur: Larkspur, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ May 2008 - 06/07/08 12:28 PM
As of June 7, 2008 13% of available listings in Larkspur are in escrow.
For the month of May 2008 six homes sold in Larkspur for an average final selling price of $1,541,667.
The average original asking price of these homes was $1,631,483.
The range in these final selling prices was … (0 comments)

larkspur: Larkspur, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ April 2008 - 05/10/08 07:32 PM
As of May 10, 2008 15% of available listings are in escrow.
For the month of April 2008 only 5 homes sold in Larkspur for an average final selling price of $1,501,916.
The average original asking price of these homes was $1,592,780.
It took these homes an average of 51 days … (2 comments)

larkspur: Sunday Open Houses in Marin County for May 4, 2008 - 05/03/08 11:45 AM
There are 4 really nice properties in Marin County that will be open this Sunday, May 4, from 1-4pm.
105 Harbor Drive in Corte Madera ~ 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath @ $699,000
118 Baltimore in Larkspur ~ 4 bedroom, 3 bath on 1/3 level acre @ $2,495,000
240 Wilson Way in Larkspur ~ 4+ bedroom, … (0 comments)

larkspur: Slight Rate Cut....and an update of course - 04/30/08 06:34 PM
Since Friday we have seen 69 properties come on the market, 29 close, and 18 go pending. Of note: PENDING:-30 acre residental lot in Silver Creek for $2.4m...nice views from this horse property.-Aspen Spring Ranch home at $1.45m; 5910 sq ft, 5bd/4ba...only $245ppsf! CLOSED:-4 different cabins at Promontory ranging from $1.582m (2015 sq … (7 comments)

larkspur: A little good news for your Monday morning! - 04/14/08 11:38 AM
This update is a little delayed due to the fact that Rob and I took a little trip to New Orleans to attend the wedding of a friend.  We had a great time in the "Big Easy" but as usual we are grateful to be back home! At the end of last week, the Park City market saw … (0 comments)

larkspur: Updates On Big Park City Developments - 04/08/08 05:10 PM
Yesterday we had terrific snow and today we had delightful sunshine!  It's the second day of another wonderful week in Park City.  The news on TV just keeps yammering on and on about the down market and the never ending supply of bad news.....but here in Park City, Utah we have plenty of other interesting … (2 comments)

larkspur: Larkspur, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ March 2008 - 04/05/08 12:51 PM
As of April 5, 2008 only 20% of available listings in Larkspur, CA are in escrow.
For the month of March 2008 only 4 homes sold in Larkspur, at an average final selling price of $1,330,906.
The average original asking price of these homes was $1,400,750.
It took these homes an average of 71 … (0 comments)

larkspur: Record Setting Home Price - 04/03/08 03:10 PM
A record was set in the housing market, but it wasn't in the United States.  
The Times of London reports the recent sale of a London penthouse for between 115 and 120 million pounds (approximately 230-240 million US dollars), the most expensive residential property ever sold.
The flat, in London's  of St James's … (0 comments)

larkspur: What's in a name? - 03/26/08 06:01 AM
The colorful histories of Marin cities and towns
Larkspur was supposedly having been named Lupine.  Gergiana Wright, the wife of the city's first developer, Charles W. Wright, made a mistake thinking that blue flowers covering the hills were larkspur, the flowers she remembered from her homeland in England.  Actually the flowers were … (0 comments)

larkspur: Larkspur, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ February 2008 - 03/08/08 07:55 PM
As of March 8, 2008 20% of available listings in Larkspur are in escrow.
For the month of February 2008, 4 homes sold in Larkspur for an average final selling price of $970,250.
The average original asking price of these homes was $1,043,750.
It took these homes an average of 89 days to sell.
Of the 4 … (0 comments)

larkspur: Larkspur's Centennial Celebration is this Saturday, March 1 - 02/26/08 08:03 PM
 Come join Larkspur celebrate 100 years!The festivities will begin at Larkspur City Hall at 1:30pm and then moves on to Hall Middle School Gym for music, food, antique cars and more.There are more events throughout the year, so this is just the start.  For more information, go to the Centennial Celebration … (0 comments)

larkspur: 4th Annual Academy Awards Party at the Lark Theater - 02/22/08 12:58 PM
Once again the Lark Theater, in downtown Larkspur, is hosting their annual Academy Awards Party.  Doors open at 4:00pm with an official start time of 5:00pm.The cost is $55 for general admission, which includes food and beverage (wine too!).If you want special reserved seats, then the cost is $75.All this benefits … (0 comments)

larkspur: Larkspur, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ January 2008 - 02/02/08 04:27 PM
As of February 2, 2008 12% of available listings in Larkspur are in escrow.For the month of January 2008 only 4 homes sold in Larkspur, for an average final selling price of $1,417,625.The average original asking price of these homes was $1,463,500.It took these homes an average of 59 days to … (0 comments)

larkspur: Trader Joes Coming to Larkspur? - 01/14/08 10:46 PM
This just in... the Marin IJ reported late this afternoon that Trader Joes is planning to add a third Marin location. According to the IJ, Trader Joes is set to take over a 10,000 square foot spot at Cost Plus Plaza, just off the 101 freeway at Lucky Drive in Larkspur … (4 comments)

larkspur: Larkspur, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ December 2007 - 01/05/08 04:49 PM
As of January 5, 2008 17% of available listings in Larkspur are in escrow.For the month of December 2007 3 homes sold in Larkspur for an average final selling price of $1,206,667.The average original asking price of these homes was $1,261,333.It took these homes an average of 114 days to sell.Of … (0 comments)

larkspur: Larkspur, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ November 2007 - 12/08/07 01:04 PM
As of December 6, 2007 21% of available listings in Larkspur are in escrow.  This quaint little town is bucking all the trends -- and I can see why.  I love this town!
For the month of November 2007 5 homes sold in Larkspur, for an average final selling price of $1,504,600.
The average original … (0 comments)

larkspur: Controversial Larkspur Project Still At A Standstill - 11/25/07 11:48 AM
Who would think that a 16.8-acre former nursery site could be the source of controversy?  That is exactly what the city of Larkspur California has on its hands.  Larkspur is embroiled in a contentious residential housing project proposed for the site of the former Niven Nursery.  This project has already endured … (0 comments)

larkspur: Larkspur, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ October 2007 - 11/03/07 02:32 PM
As of November 3, 2007 20% of available listings in Larkspur are in escrow, indicating a Buyer's Market.
For the month of October 2007 only 8 homes sold in Larkspur, for an average final selling price of $1,114,250.
The average original asking price of these homes was $1,185,000.
It took these homes an average … (0 comments)

larkspur: Larkspur, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ September 2007 - 10/04/07 12:38 PM
As of October 4, 2007, 12% of available listings in Larkspur are in escrow.For the month of September 2007 only 2 homes sold in Larkspur, for an average final selling price of $817,500.The average original asking price of these homes was $880,000.These homes took an average of 33 days to sell.Of … (0 comments)

larkspur: Larkspur, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ August 2007 - 09/08/07 10:58 AM
As of September 7, 2007, 6% of available listings in Larkspur are in escrow.For the month of August 2007 only 3 homes sold in Larkspur, fetching an average final selling price of $978,000.The average original asking price of these homes was $1,001,000.It took these homes an average of 57 days to … (0 comments)

larkspur: Amazing Home Nestled on Open Space & Surrounded by Rock Formations - 08/30/07 05:41 PM

Another home for sale by The Wise Listing Team in Douglas County Real Estate 5333 Red Rock Drive in Larkspur.
For a CURRENT price call 303-814-3684
To set a private showing
call 303-814-3684
Grand elegance surrounds you as you enter this exquisite sprawling ranch with a finished walkout basement.  Nestled on almost an acre of picturesque land … (0 comments)

larkspur: Larkspur, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ July 2007 - 08/05/07 02:12 PM
As of August 5, 2007 18 % of available listings in Larkspur are in escrow.For the month of July 2007, 9 homes sold in Larkspur for an average final selling price of $930,222.The average original asking price of these homes was $963,994.It took these homes an average of 41 days to … (0 comments)

larkspur: Marin County - San Francisco Ferry Service - 07/31/07 11:30 AM
The ever-more-popular ferry services into San Francisco are really worth a try either for leisure or for commuting. The high-speed ferries take just 30 minutes to get you from Larkspur to San Francisco (and the older boats taking a leisurely and more ponderous 45 minutes).
The ferries provide some of the very … (0 comments)

larkspur: Marin County Dining & Restaurants - 07/09/07 10:30 AM
Boca Steak & Seafood340 Ignacio Blvd.Novato, CA 94945 (415) 883-0901  http://www.bocasteak.com/ Buckeye Roadhouse15 Shoreline HighwayMill Valley, CA 94941(415) 331-2600  http://www.buckeyeroadhouse.com/ Cacti Grill1200 Grant AvenueNovato, CA 94948  (415) 898-2234  http://www.cactigrill.com/  California Grill & Rotisserie1531 S Novato Blvd # ANovato, CA 94947(415) 893-1540  http://www.califgrill.com/ The Caprice2000 Paradise DriveTiburon, CA 94920  (415) 435-3400  http://www.thecaprice.com/ The Cheesecake FactoryThe Village at Corte MaderaCorte Madera, CA 94925(415) 945-0777 Christophe Restaurant Francais1919 … (0 comments)

larkspur: Larkspur, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update for June 2007 - 07/06/07 04:09 PM
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larkspur: Larkspur, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ May 2007 - 06/06/07 09:59 AM
As of June 6, 2007 18% of available listings in Larkspur are in escrow.  Some sources would say that this indicates a Buyer's Market, but I disagree.  Read on:
For the month of May 2007 8 homes sold in Larkspur for an average final selling price of $1,501,750.
The average original asking price … (0 comments)

larkspur: Marin Mothers' Clubs/Groups - 05/22/07 08:30 PM
Corte Madera/Larkspur Mothers' Club:  playgroups and monthly meetings, 415/451-7234, website MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers): inspirational speakers and monthly meetings, 415/485-1497 Novato Mothers' Club: playgroups, outings, and mixers, 415/458-4203, website Ross Valley Mothers' Club: playgroups and family fun, 415/721-4576, website San Rafael Mothers' Club: meetings, 415/451-7355 Southern Marin Mothers' Club, meetings for … (0 comments)

larkspur: Castle Rock, Larkspur, Sedalia, Palmer Lake, and Part of Littleton (04-2007 Report) - 05/22/07 06:12 PM
Douglas County West - (Includes Castle Rock, Larkspur, Sedalia, Palmer Lake, and Part of Littleton) The absorption rate spiked to 42.9 weeks in April 2007 this is primarily due to a very low number of solds in March.  We will see a big rebound in absorption rate for next month. Absorption Rate … (0 comments)

larkspur: Monument Market - 05/18/07 03:48 PM
With the new construction happening along Jackson Creek and Baptist Road areas the area is being prepared to become the next Castle Rock.  The new YMCA is finally underway and there is a sense of excitement in the area.  Home values are remaining flat due to the conservative nature that the … (0 comments)

larkspur: Colorado Springs Housing Market - 05/16/07 11:51 AM
Good day to all of you taking your time to read my commentary on the current state of the market in Colorado Springs.Many will tell you that it is a great day to buy a house.  This, I tell you, is actually true if you can exercise some patience.  The slowing … (0 comments)

larkspur: Buyer Agency: Is it really "free" - 05/15/07 05:08 PM
I have been seeing the advertisements since before I entered the business, "Buyer Agency with no cost to you."  To be totally honest with you, I bought into this theory for years.  As this industry becomes more and more competitive I have had the opportunity to re-think alot of my "philosophy" … (1 comments)

larkspur: Marin County Population Growth Surges in Novato - 05/04/07 10:27 AM
As noted in a recent news report in the Marin Independent Journal, growth rates in Marin were relatively low over the past year.  Overall, population growth was 0.9 percent last year (for a total population of 255,982).  In Novato, however, the population grew by 2.4 percent to 52,426, largely due to … (0 comments)

larkspur: Larkspur, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ April 2007 - 05/03/07 08:10 PM
As of May 3, 2007 32% of available listings in Larkspur are in escrow which some sources would say indicates a Neutral Market.  However....
For the month of April 2007 7 homes sold in the small and highly desirable town of Larkspur, for an average final selling price of $1,276,429.
The average original … (0 comments)

larkspur: Larkspur, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update for March 2007 - 04/08/07 10:59 AM
As of April 8, 2007 44% of available listings in Larkspur are in escrow indicating a Seller's Market.
For the month of March 2007 6 properties sold in the small, charming town of Larkspur for an average final selling price of $1,609,000.
The average original list price of these homes was $1,644,714.
These homes … (4 comments)

larkspur: Larkspur, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ February 2007 - 03/05/07 05:26 PM
For the month of February 2007 only 2 homes sold in Larkspur.
The average original list price was $1,324,500.
The average final selling price was $1,262,000.
It took an average of 11 days for these homes to sell.
Of the 2 homes that sold, 1 sold AT their original asking price and the other sold … (0 comments)

larkspur: Marin County Absorption Rates (Homes For Sale) - 03/01/07 02:23 PM
Marin County, California, sits just north of San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, straddling Highway 101, and boasts some of the most valuable real estate in the Bay Area.  Homes in Marin (cities and towns include: Mill Valley, Sausalito, Tiburon, Belvedere, Corte Madera, Larkspur, Greenbrae, Kentfield, Ross, San Anselmo, San Rafael and … (0 comments)

larkspur: Oscar Party at the Lark Theater ~ Sunday, February 25, 2007 - 02/20/07 07:12 PM
The Lark Theater, in downtown Larkspur, is hosting it's 3rd annual Oscar Party on Sunday, February 25, 2007.People are being encouraged to dress "Hollywood Style, Past or Present" or even come in their PJs.  Awards will be given for "Most Glamorous" and "Most Creative" outfits.There will also be a silent auction … (0 comments)

larkspur: What's your West Larkspur home worth? - 02/07/07 02:26 AM
Below is the pricing curves for all single family homes sold in West Larkspur (west of Magnolia) between 2005 and 2006.   These curves reflect the price per square foot of home SOLD - and have been segregated based on condition.How to use this information:   consider the size of your subject home.   … (0 comments)

larkspur: SOLD-Entertainer's delight in Downtown Larkspur...$1,250,000 - 02/06/07 10:45 PM
Built in 2005... will hit the MLS on 3/1/07!$1,250,000 3 bedrooms, 2 baths 1500 square feet of outdoor entertainment decks Wired for computer, sound and cable in every room radiant heat, hot water on-demand, rain sensing skylights, low E windows, hard surface flooring Completely fenced, low maintenance, manicured landscaping Carport with … (2 comments)

larkspur: Real Estate Activity for Larkspur, CA ~ January 2007 - 02/06/07 12:38 PM
During the month of January 2007, 5 homes sold in Larkspur after an average of 88 days on the market.  The average original list price was $1,901,800 with an average final selling price of $$1,553,000.  Of the 5 homes that sold, all sold for less than their original list price. 
As of … (0 comments)

larkspur: Larkspur, Marin County, California - 02/06/07 12:07 PM
If developer Charles Wright's wife knew her plants, this picturesque Central Marin town would be called Lupine. Mrs. Wright, whose husband helped to incorporate the town at the turn of the century, admired the fields of what she thought were larkspur plants blooming near her new homestead, and named the village … (0 comments)

larkspur: Marin County, California Absorption Rates Very Low - 02/03/07 12:46 PM
Marin County, California sits just north of San Francisco (across the Golden Gate Bridge) and boasts some of the most dramatic and expensive homes in the Bay Area.  Homes in Marin (Mill Valley, Sausalito, Tiburon, Belvedere, Ross, Kentfield, San Anselmo, San Rafael, Greenbrae, Corte Madera, Larkspur, and Novato) are not entirely … (0 comments)

larkspur: A little bit about Larkspur - 02/01/07 07:03 PM
Larkspur is a small town in Marin County and it could be my favorite town in the County--for many reasons.  First, the location is so convenient.  You have easy freeway access to the Golden Gate Bridge, which takes you to San Francisco, as well as the Richmond/San Rafael Bridge, which takes you … (2 comments)

larkspur: Using comps to price fixers - 01/26/07 08:07 PM
Flipping Fixers: It seems that the good ol' days of 'flipping' homes in the Bay Area may be gone...for now, anyway.   No longer can contractors expect to make hundreds of thousands of dollars by updating any home clad in vinyl siding and sporting Formica counters.   Buyers need to be smarter now.   Not only are … (16 comments)

larkspur: Marin County--Number of Homes For Sale & Price Ranges - 01/24/07 10:39 PM
The following is a brief rundown of the number of homes for sale in Marin County, California, as of January 24, 2007, along with the price ranges for each town:Marin Single Family Homes As is evident, except for Mill Valley, San Rafael and Novato (of course, these are Marin's largest cities), there … (1 comments)

larkspur: Marin County Buyers Jumping Off The Bubble - 01/21/07 09:06 AM
In Marin County, over the past few weeks and back as far as mid-November, more and more buyers have made their move and written offers on homes they feel represent good value.  Many of them are bubble sitters who stood back over the past year to see where the chips were going to fall (e.g., … (0 comments)

larkspur: Marin County, California Homes/Absorption Rates - 01/14/07 06:23 PM
Marin County, California sits just north of San Francisco and boasts some of the most expensive real estate in the nation.Homes in Marin (Mill Valley, Tiburon, Belvedere, Ross, Kentfield, San Anselmo, San Rafael, Greenbrae, Corte Madera, Larkspur, and Novato) are not entirely immune to the effects of rising interest rates and … (0 comments)

larkspur: City by City Details for December 2006 - Marin County and Southern Sonoma County - 01/05/07 01:37 PM
Source:  BAREIS and accurate as of January 5, 2007. 
This information, as well as other interesting things, can be found on my website by clicking here.  For updated charts, graphs and other information, click here.
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larkspur: Marin County, California Number of Homes For Sale & Price Ranges - 01/03/07 01:50 PM
The following is a brief rundown of the number of homes for sale in Marin County, California, as of January 3, 2007, along with the price ranges for each town:
Marin Single Family Homes
As is evident, except for San Rafael and Novato, there is very low inventory county-wide (especially in Kentfield and … (2 comments)

larkspur: October Marin Real Estate Newsletter - 11/25/06 01:42 AM
MARIN HOME SALES STATISTICSThe best way to describe the current Marin Real Estate Marketing is "interesting." 2 weeks ago I know of a great San Anselmo property that went into contract just 4 days after it was put on the market for well over asking. This was a great family house … (0 comments)

larkspur: November Marin Real Estate Newsletter - 11/25/06 01:34 AM
MARIN HOME SALES STATISTICSThese statistics show how many homes are available for sale in Marin, and of those how many are currently in contract (either pending or contingent. For the 2nd month in a row, the Marin overall real estate market is in a "Buyers Market."Although there are fewer homes on … (2 comments)

larkspur: Marin County Absorption Rates Becoming Bloated - 07/26/06 02:53 PM
Marin County, California sits just north of San Francisco and boasts some of the most expensive real estate in the nation.  Last month, the median home price in Marin County again tickled the million dollar barrier, falling just short of that astonishing threshold. 
While those living in Marin (Mill Valley, Tiburon, … (0 comments)

 
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