A great home in San Rafael listed by Alan Pinel brokerage, rented for $3,000 by Foundation Rentals leasing agent Rone-iff Carr in July 2011. We represented the tenants on this rental - thanks to everyone for a smooth close! 09/04/2011

I have read countless articles about whether one should rent or buy but none of them put actual properties that were comparable in the same neighborhoods to the test.  So, I thought I would do just that. Let's take two properties in San Rafael, CA (zip code 94901).  One that just sold (74 Crestwood) and one that just leased (67 Maywood).  These two homes are within 4 or 5 blocks from each other if you are walking, much closer "as the crow flies".  They both have Mt. Tam Views, same school districts, etc.  The main difference between the two homes, both very nice, is that 74 Crestwood is all on one level with a large level lot and 67 Maywood is two stories on a hillside (unusable) lot.  So, outdoor living at 67 Maywood is on decking and 74 Crestwood on a level landscaped lot.  Let's star... 08/21/2011

As of August 6, 2011 31% of available listings in San Rafael are in escrow. For the month of July 2011 53 homes sold in San Rafael for an average final selling price of $653,011. The average original asking price of these homes was $692,872. The range of final selling prices was from a low of $117,000 to a high of $3,050,000. Of the 53 homes that sold (16 of which were distress sales) 4 sold at their original asking prices and 7 sold over their original asking prices. It took these homes an average of 108 days to sell. To see everything that is currently available for sale through our MLS click here. To see some of the many fun things to do in our neck of the woods click here. To learn more about this area in general search more around this blog, visit my website or contact me directly.... 08/09/2011

A charming 2bd/1ba furnished bungalow rented by Michael Kass this June 2011. A big thank you to the owner for listing with us for the 3rd year in a row!   07/22/2011

 A great townhome in San Rafael near the golf course, rented at $2650 by leasing agent Daniel Warren this June 2011. Thank you to the owners for trusting us with this property!   07/22/2011

My team and I have rented this home for the 4th year in a row now - a big thank you to the owners, Mark and Trudie, for continuing to give us the opportunity to to rent this unique furnished 4bd home in San Rafael for them! Rented June 2011  07/22/2011

As of July 6, 2011 29% of available listings in San Rafael are in escrow. For the month of June 2011 63 homes (19 of which were distress sales) sold in San Rafael for an average final selling price of $648,792. The average original asking price of these homes was $691,235. The range of final selling prices was from a low of $109,900 to a high of $2,130,000. Of the 63 homes that sold 5 sold at their original asking prices and 7 sold over their original asking prices. It took these homes an average of 105 days to sell. To see everything that is currently for sale through our MLS click here. To see some of the many fun things to do in the area click here. To learn more about the area in general search more around this blog, visit my website or contact me directly. Welcome To San Rafael by ... 07/11/2011

As of June 7, 2011 31% of available listings in San Rafael are in escrow. For the month of May 2011 45 homes sold in San Rafael for an average final selling price of $645,473. The average original asking price of these homes was $704,292. The range of final selling prices was from a low of $106,000 to a high of $1,800,000. Of the 45 homes that sold (16 of which were distress sales) 2 sold at their original asking prices and 3 sold over their original asking prices. It took these homes an average of 90 days to sell. To see everything that is currently available for sale through our MLS click here. To see some of the many fun things to do around in our neck of the woods click here. To learn more about this area in general search more around this blog, visit my website, or feel free to con... 06/07/2011

Marin Runs at the San Rafael Mile on June 5! Come on out on June 5th and join us at the 2nd running of the San Rafael Mile.  How fast can you run one mile???  Be part of the fun with family, friends and a handful of four-minute milers as the excitement heats up right in the heart of downtown San Rafael.  2011 USATF Pacific Assocation Mile Championship      Time Schedule6:30 am: Race Day Registration Opens                                        7:45 am: Senior Women (50 and Over)8:00 am: Senior Men (50 and Over)8:15 am: Master Women (40 to 49)8:30 am: Master Men (40 to 49)8:45 am: Open Women (19 to 39)9:00 am: Open Men (19 to 39)9:15 am: Youth, High School and Community One Mile Walk/Jog Exciting ONE MILE Race Featuring Cash Prizes! The Downtown San Rafael One Mile Road Race is a part of... 05/18/2011

As of May 6, 2011 30% of available listings in San Rafael are in escrow. For the month of April 2011 47 homes (15 of which were distress sales) sold for an average final selling price of $624,359. The average original asking price of these homes was $673,617. The range of final selling prices was from a low of $145,000 to a high of $2.,500,000. Of the 47 homes that sold 5 sold at their original asking prices and 6 sold over their original asking prices.  The remaining 36 sold for less. It took these homes an average of 111 days to sell. To see everything that is currently available for sale through our MLS click here. To see some of the many fun things to do around in our neck of the woods click here. To learn more about this area in general search more around this blog, visit my websit... 05/09/2011

As of April 8, 2011 32% of available listings in San Rafael are in escrow. For the month of March 2011 57 homes (22 of which were distress sales) sold in San Rafael for an average final selling price of $648,055. The average original asking price of these homes was $726,396. The range of final selling prices was from a low of $140,000 to a high of $1,825,000. Of the 57 homes that sold 3 sold at their original asking prices and 9 sold over their original asking prices. It took these homes an average of 135 days to sell. To see everything that is currently available for sale through our MLS, click here. To see some of the many fun things to do in our neck of the woods, click here. To learn more about this area in general search more around this blog, visit my website or contact me directl... 04/08/2011

Marin County Real Estate - Luxury Living in San Rafael, Yes it's True!; Real Estate Porn Week 3! Who says you can't find luxurious living in San Rafael! San Rafael, CA 94901. My hometown and now my place of business. The appeal of San Rafael to me today is the same as it was 35 years ago. It's the melting pot of Marin, the most diverse city, by far, in our extremely affluent county and the last City before hitting the most Northern city of Marin, Novato. For those looking to buy in Marin yet retain easy access and ease of commute to  San Francisco, buyers typically don't want to look any further north than San Rafael. Home prices in Marin County typically increase per square foot the closer you get to the Golden Gate Bridge which makes San Rafael the most affordable commute city in Mari... 03/26/2011

My husband/broker and I took our own advice when it came time to list the home we were renting - we de-cluttered, cleaned, freshened, removed our personal belongings, fluffed the beds, lit candles, bought flowers, and (mostly) restrained the pets. The results?  One day on the market. Now it's time to really start packing! If you're a landlord in Marin and you're wondering why your home isn't renting, give our rental team a call. Chances are we have some great advice for you! A big shout out to the tenants for working so quickly to get their info to us and to the owner for having such a great property.  We've loved living here and know the next tenants will, too. www.3lagoonct.com - a 4bd in Marin Lagoon on the water for $3375/month. 03/18/2011

San Rafael, CA's February 2011 home sales slowed to 22 after a momentous January in which we had 32 homes sell. The entry level price band (under $600K) remains strong - 35 of these homes are currently in escrow (WOW!). Meanwhile, the $600K to $800K price band (a mix of entry level and move-up homes) remains buyer-friendly and accounts for another 24 of homes in escrow. Interestingly, the entry level market is virtually the only segment of San Rafael inventory experiencing any meaningful traction - for example, of the 22 homes which sold last month, 16 were priced under $800,000, although there was activity in higher end as well with 3 sales over $1 million. There are currently 104 homes active on the MLS. Averages relating to the 22 homes which sold in Febuary 2011 are as follows: days... 03/18/2011

San Rafael, CA’s February 2011 home sales slowed to 22 after a momentous January in which we had 32 homes sell. The entry level price band (under $600K) remains strong — 35 of these homes are currently in escrow (WOW!). Meanwhile, the $600K to $800K price band (a mix of entry level and move-up homes) remains buyer-friendly and accounts for another 24 of homes in escrow. Interestingly, the entry level market is virtually the only segment of San Rafael inventory experiencing any meaningful traction — for example, of the 22 homes which sold last month, 16 were priced under $800,000, although there was activity in higher end as well with 3 sales over $1 million. There are currently 104 homes active on the MLS. Averages relating to the 22 homes which sold in Febuary 2011 are as follows:   [C... 03/14/2011

This home is remodeled, all on one level and has a soon-to-be blooming beautiful level garden.  Some of the features of the home include: 4 bedrooms, including proper master suite with glass doors to separate private side yard 2 of the other bedrooms also have glass doors that lead to the back yard 2 remodeled bathrooms, both with skylights that have remote controls for the blinds on them and to open and close them one bathroom has radiant heated floors separate "family room/homework area" with glass doors to the back yard and it leads to the 2 back bedrooms living room has a window seat with straight on view of Mount Tamalpais kitchen features cork floors, granite counters, two dishwashers, stainless refrigerator/freezer and stove/oven plus more skylights that have remote controls to o... 03/11/2011

As of March 7, 2011 35% of available lisitngs in San Rafael are in escrow. For the month of February 2011 33 homes sold in San Rafael for an average final selling price of $591,958. The average original asking price of these homes was $679,683. The range of final selling prices was from a low of $166,000 to a high of $1,625,000. Of the 33 homes that sold (13 of which were distress sales) 4 sold over the original asking prices and all others sold for less than their original asking prices. It took these homes an average of 134 days to sell. To see everything that is available for sale through our MLS click here. To see some of the many fun things to do around in our neck of the woods click here. To learn more about this area in general search more around this blog, visit my website or co... 03/08/2011

As of February 12, 2011 34% of available listings in San Rafael are in escrow. For the month of January 2011 42 home sold in San Rafael for an average final selling price of $610,057. The average original asking price of these homes was $693,621. The range of final selling prices was from a low of $119,900 to a  high of $2,035,000. Of the 42 homes that sold (17 of which were distress sales) only 1 sold over the original asking price.  All the others sold for less than their original asking prices. It took these homes an average of 149 days to sell. To see everything that is currently available for sale through our MLS click here. To learn more about this area, including some of the many fun things to do around here, search more around this blog, visit my website or contact me directly. ... 02/13/2011

A suprising uptick in sales occurred last month (January 2011) in San Rafael - we had 32 homes sell compared with 26 in December. The entry level price band (under $600K) remains strong - 26 of these homes are currently in escrow. Meanwhile, the $600K to $800K price band (a mix of entry level and move-up homes) remains buyer-friendly and accounts for another 17 of homes in escrow. Interestingly, the entry level market is virtually the only segment of San Rafael inventory experiencing any meaningful traction - for example, of the 26 homes which sold last month, 27 were priced under $800,000, although there was activity in higher end as well with 3 sales over $1 million. There are currently 107 homes active on the MLS. Averages relating to the 32 homes which sold in January 2011 are as fo... 02/11/2011

As of January 5, 2011 30% of available listings in San Rafael are in escrow. For the month of December 2010 42 homes sold (17 of which were distress sales) in San Rafael for an average final selling price of $489,810. The averarage original asking price of these homes was $536,874. The range of final selling prices was from a low of $132,000 to a high of $925,000. Of the 42 homes that sold, 5 sold at their original asking prices, 1 sold over the original asking price, and all others sold for less than their original asking price. It took these homes an average of 105 days to sell. To see all the homes that are available for sale through our MLS click here. To see some of the fun things to do in our neck of the woods click here. To learn more about this area in general search more around... 01/06/2011