San Francisco Bay Area Luxury Markets Sizzle as Summer Temps Rise
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With summer now in full swing, the Bay Area’s luxury market is as hot as the weather. Several Coldwell Banker Previews International® luxury market reports have come out over the past week, and nearly all are pointing to a robust housing market – especially in the high-end.
In order of strength, here’s a brief summary of the local luxury markets:
East Bay – This region is red hot. Buyers are crossing the bridges from San Francisco and Silicon Valley in search of (8 comments)
San Francisco summer months of June and July are known for being foggy and rather chilly. You'll find no evidence of this in Bernal Heights where not only is the sun shining while the rest of the city is covered by fog but the heat is at an all time new high for Real Estate prices. June and July were both record breaking months for single family home prices in Bernal Heights. In June we saw the highest average sales price hit a new record at $1,098,619. Bernal Heights Home Prices (3 comments)
frank castaldini: Bernal Heights Homes for Sale Coming Soon Two New North Bernal homes
- 06/15/13 03:29 AM
Bernal Heights Homes for Sale Coming Soon Two New North Bernal homes As Leading Bernal Heights Realtor my passion is helping my clients achieve their dreams. I'm so happy to be able to provide a level of service that truly helps my clients when they need it most. Preparing to sell a home does not have to be a stressfull event. Working with me you might even have some fun along the way. Frank Castaldini Bernal Heights Homes for Sale Coming Soon: This week we have been busy preparing two homes for sale, 1 new is new construction and I work (2 comments)
Stunning views from this modern, peaceful home with charming, landscaped garden.
Relax in this modern, peaceful, remodeled home with inspiring views and a serene landscaped garden. Located on a tranquil cul-de-sac in Twin Peaks, you’ll enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and the great location with easy access to the Castro and Noe Valley via the Romain Street foot-bridge. A sophisticated color palette and wide-plank wood floors make the perfect frame for the floor to ceiling windows overlooking downtown San Francisco, (0 comments)
Bernal Heights several new homes for sale hit the market this week. As your Leading Bernal Heights Real Estate Advisor I am always available to you for any questions you may have on homes for sale or market conditions in Bernal Heights. This week there are several new listings for single family homes in Bernal Heights, one of these may be just the home you have been looking for. Bernal Heights several new homes for sale hit the market this week. 4121 Folsom Street is listed as a 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom home priced at $699,000 (0 comments)
frank castaldini: Bernal Heights Home uncovered by Frank Castaldini for his happy client
- 06/02/13 03:06 PM
Bernal Heights Home uncovered by Frank Castaldini for his happy client! Looking to purchase a home in Bernal Heights? Well you are not alone, with more buyers then there are homes available to meet the demand your agent can make all the difference. Natalie had found Frank online while searching for homes in Bernal Heights and checked out all of his Zillow reviews and decided to call him up. The nice thing about working with Natalie, is she knew exactly what she wanted and like to have fun along the way. Rather then just sending Natalie the same listing she (0 comments)
frank castaldini: Bernal Heights Homes for Sale Open House 407 Holladay 6/16 from 2-4pm
- 06/01/13 03:36 AM
Come join me for an open house tour this Sunday June 16th 2 to 4pm Contemporary Home in Sunny North Bernal Heights Perched on a sunny Bernal hillside, this California Urban style single-family home has fantastic designer details, spacious rooms and a gorgeous front and back yard with mature trees and landscaping. Views of the bay and city lights complete this lovely 2 story, 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home. The lower level has a master bedroom as pictured below that is huge. Bernal Heights Homes for Sale Open House 407 Holladay 6/16 from 2-4pm The master suite comes complete (0 comments)
frank castaldini: Glen Park homes for sale sophisticated, good looking, great street!
- 05/30/13 03:40 PM
Glen Park homes for sale sophisticated, good looking, great street! This Beautiful and stylish remodeled 2 story home in Glen Park is in the center of it all while having all the privacy and quiet on this lovely street. The newly painted exterior with it's sophisticated color palette is mirrored on the inside with warm refinished hard wood floors, renovated kitchen with rich dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops and an open breakfast bar that connects the dining room, great for entertaining. This sun drenched home has 2 nice sized bedrooms on the top floor and a totally (1 comments)
frank castaldini: Bernal Heights Home for sale stunning views on amazing renovated home
- 05/30/13 03:36 AM
Bernal Heights Home for sale stunning views on amazing renovated home. 28 Montcalm Street in Bernal Heights Where modern style, sophistication, elegance and luxury collaborate and truly inspire. Welcome to 28 Montcalm Street featuring three levels of stylish, sophisticated, elegant and luxurious modern living. Enjoy this stunningly renovated Bernal Heights Victorian boasting dramatic downtown San Francisco, Twin Peaks, and Golden Gate Bridge views. Designed by an award winning architect, the historic elements have been thoughtfully restored to blend in to the neighborhood while making its own unique modern statement once inside. It has been significantly renovated featuring four bedrooms, two and (2 comments)
frank castaldini: 2 Restored Edwardian Buildings Heart of the Castro Come to Market
- 10/10/12 11:41 PM
2 Restored Edwardian Buildings Heart of the Castro Come to Market You may want to hang on to your heart, this enchanting property has caused many to leave their's in San Francisco. Two restored grand historic Edwardian buildings located on a large lot in the Heart of The Castro yet amazingly tucked away for privacy and quiet.
There are three luxury units and an additional high-end modern in-law unit all of which have been professionally designed and are currently furnished. Some units have hand-blown Italian glass lighting fixtures, and European faucets and fixtures. The larger units feature bathrooms with floor-to-ceiling marble (1 comments)
frank castaldini: Home for Sale Bernal Heights San Francisco: 47 Manchester
- 09/26/12 05:44 AM
Home for Sale Bernal Heights San Francisco: 47 Manchester Adorable Cottage in Bernal Heights. Recently updated, this cottage features sunny living room with bay windows, eat-in kitchen, bedroom with large windows, bath and private patio. Entry to the property is through a lovely courtyard garden that separates the properties two structures. Shared washer/dryer on site. Included is large storage area below. Close to transportation, shops, restaurants, Precita park, and Bernal Hill. Sirkin TIC agreement in place. Owner only selling the cottage which includes the exclusive use storage area below.
Frank Castaldini, Leading Bernal Heights Real Estate Advisor 415-846-1899 (2 comments)
I am in the early stages of preparing for sale an amazing home in San Francisco. As a sneak preview I am posting two photos, one of the front of the house and one of the view from the roof deck. With over 8000 sqft of living space this home offers the grandness, luxury and modern convenience of the discerning buyer.
As gorgeous as she is a face-lift is in works.
Here is the expansive view from the roof deck of the Buena Vista East Mansion facing east.
Come down and join me at 333 Elsie Street in Bernal Heights from 1pm - 4pm on Saturday 9/14 See the video below for a sneak peak at this wonderful house.
Frank Castaldini Your Bernal Heights Leading Real Estate Advisor 415.846.1899 www.frankcastaldini.com (0 comments)
I'll be hosting another open house at 333 Elsie Street in Bernal Heights this Saturday Sept 15th from 1pm-4pm please come by and see this wonderful house or just to say hello.
Frank Castaldini Your Bernal Height Leading Real Estsate Advisor 415.846.1899 www.FrankCastaldini.com
*Special Thank you to Rob Wall from Coldwell Banker
Listing # Price Address City District-Subdist DOM Date Time Listing Office / Listing Agent
400015 $1,595,000 914 Diamond St San Francisco 5-C 1 09/08/12 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Alain Pinel, REALTORS® Susan Ring Comment: 400490 $2,596,000 39 Homestead St San Francisco 5-C 1 09/08/12 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Paragon Real Estate Group /Ric A Rocchiccioli Comment: Dramatic, (1 comments)
400393 $1,325,000 343 Coleridge St San Francisco 9-A 4 09/08/12 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Paragon Real Estate Group / Wendy M Storch Comment: Gracious, grand Edwardian: the BEST Bernal location, flooded w/ natural light. Period detail: handsome facade, hi ceilings, hardwood flooring, classic floorplan, FDR. Eat-in gourmet KIT, terraced garden. Access to TRANS, walk to Cortland. Stunning! Directions to Property: Mission to Cortland; Cortland to Coleridge. 400500 $699,000 333 Elsie St San (0 comments)
Treasure Island named US Sailing Sanctioned Community Sailing Center US Sailing has named The Treasure Island Sailing Center as a US Sailing Sanctioned Community Sailing Center which recognizes them for providing high quality training and educational programs.
The Treasure Island Sailing Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose purpose is to improve our community and the sport of sailing by providing access, facilities, and sailing instruction to people of all socioeconomic backgrounds, skill levels, and physical abilities. The Treasure Island Sailing Center offers sailing and water sports lessons to youth, adult, and adaptive sailors. Beginner through advanced (1 comments)
frank castaldini: Bernal Heights Mystery Slide has been solved, do you know it's story?
- 09/06/12 01:45 AM
Bernal Heights Mystery Slide has been solved, do you know it's story? Thank you to Bernalwood for providing the key's to the history behind the mystery slide in Bernal Heights. The Winfield Street Slides have a long history in Bernal Heights. You can read the entire article courtesy of The New York Times. http://www.nytimes.com/2010/11/14/us/14bcintel.html
Bernal Heights Mystery Slide do you know it's story? While walking through Bernal Heights yesterday I came upon another little hidden treasure. A small park with just one feature. A giant two lane old school metal slide. The kind with the shiny polished smooth surface. (0 comments)
frank castaldini: Bernal Heights Hillside Supper Club needs your help!
- 08/29/12 07:55 AM
Bernal Heights Hillside Supper Club needs your help! Hillside Supper Club started about a year ago as a pop-up restaurant brought to you by chef/owners Jonathan Sutton and Tony Ferrari. They are a neighborhood restaurant in San Francisco next to Precita Park surrounded by the community of Bernal Heights. Our Supper Club is a social, casual gathering of people who enjoy eating and drinking, love good food, and like to meet new friends. Our vision is to produce simple, locally sourced, market driven, seasonal food, using, of course, proper cooking techniques. They have always dreamed of having their own dining establishment, (1 comments)