san rafael real estate: Eichler home on Golden Hinde Blvd in San Rafael - Just Listed For Sale - 11/19/09 09:36 AM
I'm happy to present my latest listing, an atrium model Eichler home in San Rafael located at 72 Golden Hinde Blvd. 
Listed for sale at $799,000, this home is located in Terra Linda and offers convenient access to shopping (check out the newly remodeled Northgate Mall!), public transportation, parks & recreation, and top-rated Dixie Schools.
Built in 1959, this 4 bedroom / 2 bathroom Eichler home which backs up to open space has been well maintained and features a number of thoughtful upgrades and enhancements including:
Insulated foam roof by Abril Roofing, UNICO Heating & Air Conditioning System, Solar Voltaic panels … (0 comments)

san rafael real estate: SOLD! Mid-century modern Eichler in San Rafael California - 05/16/09 01:28 AM
I'm pleased to annouce that one of my Eichler listings in Marin County, 4 Dias Way in San Rafael, just closed escrow. 
I proudly represented the sellers of this 4 bedroom / 2 bathroom updated mid-century modern Eichler home in San Rafael's Terra Linda neighborhood.   The purchase price was $710,000.   
This represents my fourth Eichler transaction (either sold or sale pending) within the past several weeks.    
In addition to this recent sales activity, I also have three new Eichler listings which will be hitting the market within the next few weeks.   Two of these listings will be in Terra Linda, one … (0 comments)

san rafael real estate: 4 Bedroom Atrium Model Eichler Home - San Rafael, California - 04/20/09 03:16 PM
I just listed a mid-century modern Joseph Eichler home in Terra Linda Valley which will debut this week.   My new listing at 104 Golden Hinde Blvd in San Rafael will be on brokers tour this Thursday and the first public Open House will be held this upcoming Sunday (4/26) from 1-4 pm.
Attractively priced at $660,000,  this desirable atrium-model Eichler home backs up to open space and features:
4 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms plus multi-purpose room, Original kitchen and bathrooms, New interior paint, Painted concrete floors throughout (keep as-is or lay your desired floor coverings), In floor radiant heat (copper pipes), … (0 comments)

san rafael real estate: Just Sold in San Rafael California - 02/25/09 10:10 AM
I just sold a single family home located at 371 Devon Drive in San Rafael California.    Originally designed by Architects Jones + Emmons and built by Joseph Eichler in 1959, this Terra Linda Valley Eichler home featured:
4 bedrooms / 2 baths, Walls of glass witih central atrium, 1 car garage, a large relaxing swimming pool In floor radiant heat The home was a cosmetic fixer which offers the new buyers fabulous upside potential.   The sale price was $600k.
While this Eichler home was just sold, I also have another active Eichler listing in San Rafael (located at 25 Bolanos) as … (0 comments)

san rafael real estate: California Modern in Terra Linda - Just Reduced! - 01/12/09 04:13 PM
If you are looking for affordable modern in Marin County, be sure to check out my Alliance home listing in San Rafael's Terra linda neighborhood.   This is THE BEST updated mid-century modern home currently on the market in San Rafael's Terra Linda or Marinwood / Lower Lucas Valley neighborhoods.
If you have been waiting for an updated, move-in ready home, don't miss this fabulous California modern listing in San Rafael. Property features include:
3 Bedrooms plus large bonus room / 2 Bathrooms, Open and airy floorplan with a bonus living room & storage area, Updated kitchen and bathrooms, Cozy In-floor … (0 comments)

san rafael real estate: Just Sold in San Rafael California - 12/12/08 03:57 AM
I just represented the buyers for this classic Eichler in San Rafael, California.  Located at 617 Las Colindas Road, this contemporary Eichler home was sold for $770k.
Located in the family-friendly Terra Linda neighborhood, this single-family home was built in 1955 but included a variety of tasteful, designer updates to the kitchen, bathroom, and outdoor living space.    Property features of this classic post-and-beam Eichler home included:
4 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms, Open floorplan with floor-to-ceiilng glass throughout, Updated flooring (cork) compatible with in-floor radiant heat, Modernist kitchen, Spa-like bathrooms, Easy access to shopping, public transportation, and top-rated San Rafael schools The … (0 comments)

san rafael real estate: San Rafael CA - Single Family Home with Views - Just Listed! - 03/22/08 02:23 AM
I just listed this spacious and stylish four bedroom home at 1 Laurel Glen Terrace in San Rafael with incredible views of tree-covered hillsides, distant vistas and the nearby Marin Civic Center designed by noted architect Frank Lloyd Wright.
This light-filled San Rafael home boasts a wonderful open floor plan and features 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms with designer finishes throughout.    The property is located in a private neighborhood, yet close to public transportation, parks, entertainment, and the spectacular Sunday Farmers Market at the Marin Civic Center.   Easy commute to San Francisco (via 101), the East Bay (via 580 or 37) and North Bay.
Offered at $1.065M, the … (0 comments)

san rafael real estate: Renewal Projects Planned in Marin - 02/19/08 03:34 AM
Real estate in Larkspur Californa will get a welcome boost with the beautification and renewal project planned for the downtown area.  Although a definite time-line has not been established, the ambitious project should be completed within two years.The plan calls for new trees, revamped sidewalks, new bike racks, and new trash cans (You gotta love it… new trash cans - no detail is overlooked!) along Magnolia Avenue between King and Ward Streets.The Larkspur City Council decided to go forward with the project after losing seven of the trees lining Magnolia Ave. since 2004.  Six of the remaining trees will be replaced … (0 comments)

san rafael real estate: Mid-Century Modern Eichler Homes Update for San Francisco + Marin California - 02/14/08 09:56 AM
It's often said that buyers start house-hunting just after the Super Bowl and I'm finding that this year is no exception.  Within the last few weeks, I've had 4 different properties either close or go into contract which tells me that we should be in for another very busy year, despite what appears to be happening with the housing market at the national level!
Since the beginning of the year, I've personally toured over 150 homes for my buyer clients and I'm happy to report that (good) inventory is growing in both San Francisco and Marin County California and prices … (1 comments)

san rafael real estate: San Rafael Dream House Raffle -- And The Winner Is… - 02/10/08 01:31 AM
The excitement is just beginning for Kent Myers of Whidbey Island, Washington, the lucky winner of the $2.1 million dream house in San Rafael CA.  It all began with the purchase of a raffle ticket and ended Saturday afternoon when his name was pulled out of the transparent spinning barrel that held the winning ticket along with thousands of other hopefuls.The Community Action Marin dream house raffle party was in full swing with live music, food, and drinks when the big drawing was made. Throughout the afternoon, cash prizes were awarded as anticipation mounted.  The suspense was finally relieved when the … (2 comments)

san rafael real estate: Frank Lloyd Wright Building in San Rafael CA Nominated as a World Heritage Site - 02/09/08 04:55 AM
With homes and buildings designed by prominent architects and builders such as Frank Lloyd Wright, William Wurster, Charles Warren Callister, Raphael Soriano, Claude Oakland, and Joseph Eichler, Marin County reads like a Who’s Who of mid-century modern architecture.  One such building, the Marin Civic Center which was Frank Lloyd Wright’s last piece of work, is gaining world-wide recognition.  Already a state and national landmark, the Marin Civic Center has recently been nominated for a place on the United Nation’s World Heritage list.The World Heritage List, which is maintained by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), recognizes some of … (2 comments)

san rafael real estate: Redwood Village Condominum for sale in San Rafael, CA - 01/21/08 01:27 PM
I just listed a 3 Bedroom, 2 1/2 Bath condo / townhome in the Redwood Village development in San Rafael, California.   
Built in '05, this contemporary Redwood Village townhome in San Rafael California has been upgraded throughout and features:
3 BR, 2.5 Baths (just over 1,500 square feet),Contemporary kitchen with granite countertops, cherry cabinets and stainless appliances,Contemporary bathrooms, Bamboo flooring in the kitchen and family room; carpeted bedrooms Spacious 2-car garage with additional storageLocated in a wonderful planned community (designed by Signature Properties) which includes a three acre park,  large playground, 1/2 court outdoor basketball court and more HOAs are $197.00 per monthAsking … (0 comments)

san rafael real estate: Marin County California - View Home - Midcentury Architecture - 01/20/08 01:21 AM

Located on a 3/4 acre lot in the hills of San Rafael California, 77 Upper Fremont features amazing panoramic views of views of the Bay, Bridge and Mount Tam.
This Marin County property consists of two separate units which could be an ideal setup for an in-law or au pair.
 77 Upper Fremont features:
- Top unit with 2 BR, 2 BA and a large, open living room with amazing views,
- Lower unit updated with 2 BR, 1 BA and an updated kitchen,  
- Expansive decks for entertaining and taking in the views,
- Large garage with ample room for storage,
- Swimming Pool
 
The asking price … (0 comments)

san rafael real estate: San Rafael A La Carte - 10/18/07 02:12 AM
Calling all art, food, and wine enthusiasts!  Get ready for an evening of fun and feasting in San Rafael.  The Artisans Art Gallery and Art Works Downtown present San Rafael A La Carte. Scheduled for Wednesday, October 24, this sophisticated event is slated to be a strolling affair right in the heart of downtown San Rafael.  Saunter down Fourth Street and enjoy samplings of signature dishes from many of the area’s finest restaurants, sip wines from regional wineries, and view exciting contemporary artwork by local artists.  Visit with friends and browse in galleries and boutiques.  This public event will launch a … (0 comments)

san rafael real estate: It's not too late... - 09/27/07 04:40 AM
If you haven’t purchased a raffle ticket for that house you’ve always dreamed about, it isn’t too late.  Although the deadline has passed to be included in the first drawing, which will see a $25,000 cash prize awarded, there’s still time to get in on the action for the second Early Bird Drawing.  Just get your ticket by November 16, and you will be eligible to win one of the 5 prizes given in the second drawing, ranging from $1,000 to $25,000.
The Grand Prize Drawing will be held on February 9, 2008.  The lucky winner will have the choice of a … (0 comments)