northbayrecom: 360 Grandview Avenue, Black Point, Novato
- 05/31/07 03:00 PM
Remodeled in 2004, this large air conditioned home (with 4 bedrooms, including the Master, on the same floor) sits on a big lot (about 2/3 acre) with views of the bay to the east and sunsets to the west. The kitchen features large granite counters, designer cabinets, a large island, and opens to a spacious Great Room. The Master Suite is very large with a slider to a private deck with views of the bay, a large partitioned his and hers walk-in closet, and double doors opening to the amazing master bath. The Master Bath has a massive whirlpool tub, limestone floors and dual shower with bench, granite … (0 comments)
northbayrecom: Marin Human Society Turns 100 Years Old
- 05/31/07 04:48 AM
What do dogs, cats, song birds, chickens, rabbits, and turtles all have in common? A second chance provided by the Marin Humane Society ("MHS")! MHS turns 100 this year and is celebrating that milestone on June 3rd with festivities for all ages. There will be contests (e.g., biggest dog, smallest dog, best dog singer (like American Idol?), demonstrations, a group dog walk at 10:00 a.m., drawings, and more. On a personal note, about 4 years ago, my family adopted a dog from the MHS that had been rescued from a shelter in the Fresno area. Carmen is the greatest dog I have ever had the pleasure to know. … (0 comments)
northbayrecom: Marin County Real Estate Breaks New Ground
- 05/18/07 03:15 AM
Defying national and statewide trends, the Marin County real estate market posted strong numbers in both sales and prices of homes sold in April 2007. As reported in the Marin Independent Journal ("IJ"), homes sold last month for a median price of $1,010,000 according to figures compiled by DataQuick Information Systems-the first county in California to have a median price of $1 million plus. Overall, home prices in Marin rose 3.8% between April 2006 and April 2007. In addition, Marin is the only County in the Bay Area to experience an increase in the number of homes sold year over year (albeit by just 4 homes)-meanwhile, the … (0 comments)
northbayrecom: Novato Real Estate Market (5/1/07 Home Sales Report)
- 05/14/07 11:56 AM
Novato home sales and real estate values are proving to be somewhat sluggish as we enter the Spring selling season. Novato's homes that are nicely maintained, updated, and/or located in the most desirable neighborhoods continue to sell at a relatively quick pace (especially those priced under $700,000. Once prices get up above $700,000, however, the percentage of homes in escrow (a good barometer of market strength) dips to about 25%. Interestingly, homes priced in the $1 million - $1.5 million range are selling at a similar rate (in terms of percentage in escrow) as those in the $700,000 to $1 million price range. Homes in Novato that sold during the … (0 comments)
northbayrecom: Mill Valley Home Sales and Market Report 5/1/07
- 05/10/07 04:29 PM
Mill Valley Real Estate Market (Sales Report) Mill Valley home sales and real estate values, as they often do, are performing extremely well. Proximity to San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge's effortless commute combine to keep prices and sales strong even as the national market stagnates. The bread and butter homes of Mill Valley are priced between $1 million and $1.5 million and sell fast so long as they are nicely maintained, updated, and/or located in the most desirable neighborhoods (although the percentage of homes in escrow fell this past month from 56%-40% of these homes are in escrow indicating a pretty balanced market). As with the rest … (0 comments)
northbayrecom: Marin County Market Report
- 05/06/07 01:51 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 for sale in Marin County (cities and towns include: Mill Valley, Sausalito, Tiburon, Belvedere, Corte Madera, Larkspur, Greenbrae, Kentfield, Ross, San Anselmo, San Rafael and Novato) have, by and large, maintained their value over the past 2 years. The following is a brief rundown of the absorption rates and trends (based on last month's numbers) in Marin County, as of May 1, 2007: Current Absorption Rates (single family homes): As the chart reflects, absorption … (0 comments)
northbayrecom: Marin County Real Estate Update (Homes For Sale & Price Ranges)
- 05/04/07 08:33 AM
The number of homes for sale (inventory) continues marching upwards--countywide, there are 647 active listings (up from 549 active listings this time last month). The high point (in terms of the sheer number of homes for sale in Marin County) will likely be next month. While the number of homes for sale has gone up, it is still very low historically (especially in Greenbrae, which has only 8 active listings). The graph below breaks down the current number of homes for sale in Marin County, California, as of May 1, 2007, along with the price ranges for each town/city. Also included is an arrow noting … (0 comments)
northbayrecom: Novato Real Estate Market Update (Homes For Sale and Sales Report)
- 04/28/07 01:28 PM
The level of inventory for single family homes in Novato (North Marin County) has increased steadily over the past several months. As we get settled into the peak buying and selling season in Marin, Novato leads all other Marin towns in homes for sale with 173 (active listings). There are 66 properties currently in escrow. Twenty-seven homes in Novato sold this month as of 4/28/07. The current absorption rate for homes in Novato is approximately 3.8 months of inventory. However, close examination of the sales breakdown shows that sales gravitate in the under $800,000 price-range. Overall, in Novato, the average days on market for homes that sold is 61 … (0 comments)
northbayrecom: Waterfront Outdoor Dining -- Marin County
- 04/26/07 04:09 PM
Marin County Outdoor Dining -- Waterfront Nothing beats the feeling of eating and relaxing outdoors in a waterfront setting--or even better, on patios situated over the water. Below are a few Marin County restaurants offering outdoor dining with a watery twist. In Sausalito: Cafe Il Piccolo, 660 Bridgeway, 415/457-2460Fish, 350 harbor Dr., 415/331-3474Horizons, 558 Bridgeway, 415/331-3232Northpoint Coffee Co., 1250 Bridgeway, 415/331-0777Paradise Bay, 1200 Bridgeway, 415/331-3226Saylor's Landing, 305 Harbor Dr., 415/332-6161Waterfront Cafe, 85 Liberty Ship Way, 415/332-5625In Tuburon: Ginza Sushi, 41 Main St., 415/789-5123Guaymas, 5 Main St., 415/435-6300Sams Anchor Cafe, 27 Main St., 415/435-4527Servino's, 9 Main St., 415/435-2676Sweden House, 35 Main St., 415/435-9767Mill Valley: Piatti, 62 Redwood … (0 comments)
northbayrecom: Marin County, CA. Neighborhoods -- Terra Linda and Marinwood, San Rafael
- 04/22/07 02:15 PM
Marin County Neighborhoods -- Terra Linda and Marinwood, San Rafael At the northern portion of San Rafael, sit two neighborhoods worth a long look for both young families and those thinking of downsizing--Terra Linda and Marinwood. These neighborhoods are established communities with history. There are still original owners who tell stories about how Joseph Eichler would tour the neighborhood offering opinions to homeowners regarding their landscaping, home maintenance decisions, and other musings. Meanwhile, there has been lots of turnover over the past few years as many long-time residents cashed out and a younger demographic began making its presence felt. Terra Linda and … (2 comments)
northbayrecom: Have Plants, Will Travel (or, "How to Handle Plants During Your Move")
- 04/20/07 11:19 AM
You can take your plants with you when you move without harming them. Here are some tips: ¨ Call your local U.S. Department of Agriculture to check on regulations if moving from one state to another. Many states have restrictions on certain kinds of plants to prevent importing bugs or pests that can destroy valuable cash crops in the state. ¨ A couple of weeks before you move, prune plants to facilitate packing. Consult a florist or a plant book for instructions. ¨ A week before you move, put your plants in a black plastic bag. Prior to placing your plant in the bag, place a bug/pest … (0 comments)
northbayrecom: Top 10 Tips for Garage Sales Success (and 10 Bonus Tips)
- 04/20/07 06:47 AM
1. Allow plenty of time-three or four weeks-to prepare for the sale. 2. Choose a date that will not conflict with holidays. 3. Weekends are more convenient for more people than weekdays. 4. Your sale is likely to attract more people if you join together with neighbors in an effort to have more merchandise. Some homeowners' groups are sponsoring neighborhood sales that are proving popular! 5. Practical household goods are popular items; adult clothing has less appeal. 6. Merchandise your items attractively in neat, clean surroundings. 7. Cluster like items together; place the more desirable items in the back of the garage so browsers are urged to look at other merchandise on their … (1 comments)
northbayrecom: Marin Luxury Home Market (Sales Report)
- 04/20/07 06:40 AM
The past month has seen a significant rise in the numbers of homes entering the market, especially in the $2 million to $4 million range (the number of active listings is up by 26 for a total of 96 homes). That may seem like a lot. But, 23 homes in that price range sold in Marin last month. Mill Valley boasts the largest number of homes sold last month in this market segment - 6 homes sold (the average days on market was 45, the average sales price was $2.76 million,and the average price per square foot was $797). Tiburon was next - 4 sales (the … (0 comments)
northbayrecom: Marin County Beaches
- 04/18/07 03:21 AM
Marin County Beaches Everybody knows about Stinson Beach--even people from The City (that's San Francisco, if you didn't know). But, Marin has other beaches and other hang-outs which are distinctively less crowded and crazy. Here are a few: Drakes Beach -- take Sir Francis Drake Blvd. towards the Point Reyes lighthouse and turn left on Drakes Beach Road McNear's Beach -- go east on 2nd Street in San Rafael. It will turn into PointSan Pedro Road. Turn right on Canterra Way and you can't miss itMuir Beach -- about ten miles north on Highway 1 from Highway 101Rodeo Beach -- take Highway 101 to Bunker Road … (0 comments)
northbayrecom: Marin County Farmers Markets (Corte Madera, San Rafael, Larkspur, Ross, Point Reyes, Novato, San Anselmo, Fairfax, San Gernonimo)
- 04/17/07 03:46 PM
Marin County Farmers Markets Nothing beats a sunny morning at the local Farmers Market. And Marin has some very good ones with lots of seasonal local and organic produce. Here are some worth checking out: Corte Madera (Town Center Courtyard, noon to 5 p.m. on Wednesdays, year-round)Civic Center (at the Civic Center, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursdays and Sundays, year-round)Downtown San Rafael (on Fourth St. between B St. and Lincoln Ave., 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., April 5 through September 27)Fairfax (Peri Park, Wednesday nights)Larkspur (Larkspur Landing, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturdays, May 19 to October)Novato (Grant Ave. between Machin and … (0 comments)
northbayrecom: Best of Marin County (the North Bay and California) Hiking, Biking, Camping
- 04/12/07 02:17 PM
Few have it better than us. Marin is a wilderness lover's haven from the rest of the World's chaos. With 80% of Marin's lands preserved, it is no wonder that outdoor enthusiasts from hikers & bikers, kite-flyers and lepidopterists, all flock to our wonderful area in the North Bay. Below is a list of bests, as determined by Tom Stienstra of the San Francisco Chronicle. Here are Tom's picks for the Best in the Bay Area: Hikes: Skyline to the Sea, headquarters to Berry Creek Canyon, Big Basin Redwoods Coast Trail, Point Reyes Montara Mountain Trial, San Pedro Valley Trail Camp Loop, Castle Rock State … (0 comments)
northbayrecom: San Rafael Real Estate Market Overview (Home Sales Market Report 4/5/07)
- 04/12/07 02:13 PM
San Rafael Real Estate Market Overview (Home Sales Market Report 4/5/07) Despite some of the numbers in the snapshot graph below, San Rafael homes continue to sell across the board. The bread and butter homes of San Rafael are priced between $700K and $900K and sell fast so long as they are nicely maintained, updated, and/or located in desirable neighborhoods. Indeed, the percentage of those in escrow rose again this past month-44% of these homes are in escrow indicating a pretty balanced market. As with the rest of Marin, homes priced correctly may or may not get multiple offers-note: the winning bid (which is not … (1 comments)
northbayrecom: Terminolgy 101 -- 1031 Tax Deferred Exchanges
- 04/09/07 02:59 AM
Below is a rudimentary outline of some common terms encountered when conducting 1031 exchanges. These are just guidelines. For nuanced definitions, contact your attorney and/or accountant. Boot -- property that is not "like kind" and taxable (if there is a gain) Cash Boot -- proceeds actually or constructively received by the exchanger Constructive Receipt -- a taxable event where an investor does not maintain actual possession, but is entitled to proceeds which are being held by an agent or other entity/person in a fiduciary manner Direct Deeding -- title goes from exchanger to buyer and from seller to exchanger upon execution of all docs Exchanger -- … (2 comments)
northbayrecom: Novato Real Estate Market Overview (4/1/07 Home Sales Market Report)
- 04/04/07 05:52 PM
Novato Real Estate Market Overview (Home Sales Market Report 4/1/07) Overall, the market in Novato is gathering momentum. There are currently 155 active listings (single family homes) for sale (up from 126 last month). About 1/3 of those are priced under $750,000-making Novato a desirable option for buyers priced out of Central and Southern Marin. Indeed, 20 of the 40 homes that sold in Novato during the past month were priced at or below $750,000. By comparison, Mill Valley, at the time of this writing, has just one listing under $750,000. Nicely maintained and updated homes, located in nice neighborhoods with good … (0 comments)
northbayrecom: Mill Valley Real Estate Market Overview (4/1/07 Home Sales Report)
- 04/04/07 05:22 PM
Mill Valley Real Estate Market Overview (Home Sales Report 4/1/07) The low to mid-level real estate market in Mill Valley is selling at a brisk pace. Mill Valley's sweet spot (homes in the $1 million to $1.5 million range) are in high demand, with nearly 60% of homes in that price range currently in escrow (similar to last month). There are no homes in Mill Valley under $749K and the homes under $900K tend to be smaller, in poorer condition, in less desirable neighborhoods, and/or located on a steep hill, etc. Homes priced above $2 million in Mill Valley have picked up … (1 comments)
Christie's Great Estates | Pacific Union International
Office: (415) 448-1118
Mobile: (415) 350-9440
Real Estate information about Marin County, California--Mill Valley, Sausalito, Tiburon, Belvedere, Corte Madera, Larkspur, Greenbrae, Kentfield, Ross, San Anselmo, San Rafael, and Novato. Community descriptions, sales information, and more.
Remodeled in 2004, this large air conditioned home (with 4 bedrooms, including the Master, on the same floor) sits on a big lot (about 2/3 acre) with views of the bay to the east and sunsets to the west. The kitchen features large granite counters, designer cabinets, a large island, and opens to a spacious Great Room.
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