When buying a home, it can be important to consider the school district. If you have kids, you obviously want the best education options for your child. If you don't have kids, or if they're grown, schools can still be an important consideration because of resale value. In general, homes in strong school districts are always in demand. That brings us to the Dixie School District in northern San Rafael. The communities largely served by Dixie Schools are Terra Linda, Marinwood, Lucas Valley and part of Los Ranchitos. The Dixie School District is known for several award-winning schools. The district includes Dixie Elementary School, Mary Silveira Elementary School, Vallecito Elementary School, Miller Creek Middle School and Terra Linda High School. Feel free to contact us for a street-by-... 05/13/2010

As of May 9, 2010 an encouraging 31% of available listings in San Rafael are in escrow. For the month of April 2010 58 homes sold in San Rafael for an average final selling price of $712,548. The average original asking price of these homes was $765,634. The range of final selling prices was from a low of $145,000 to a high of $2,395,000. Of the 58 homes that sold (12 of which were distress sales) 5 sold at the original asking price and 11 sold over the original asking price. It took these homes an average of 92 days to sell. To see everything that is currently for sale through our MLS click here. To learn more about this area visit my website, search more around this blog, or contact me directly. 05/09/2010

The Terra Linda area of San Rafael, 94903 is located just north of central San Rafael. As you drive north on Highway 101, Terra Linda is on the west (left) side of the freeway, accessed via the Freitas Parkway exit. Terra Linda is known for its mid-century and mid-century modern homes. Some people choose Terra Linda because of its approximately 900 Eichler-built homes. Although Terra Linda is primarily a residential area, it is a community with plenty of conveniences, including the newly renovated Northgate Mall and several smaller shopping centers along Las Gallinas Avenue and Freitas Parkway.  Terra Linda is surrounded on three sides by open space and there are many hiking opportunities.   Terra Linda is popular with families because it is located in the well-regarded Dixie School Dis... 05/08/2010

San Rafael, California real estate sales jumped in March 2010. We had 33 trades (compared to 24 in February). The entry level price band (under $600K) remains active, with 47% of homes now in escrow. Meanwhile, the $600K to $800K price band (a mix of entry level and move-up homes) has stalled a bit with just 28% of these homes in escrow. The inventory for single family homes for sale sits at 176 homes (we had 117 active listings last month). It is expected that this Spring will see a large number of homes hitting the market as sellers who have stayed out of the market for the past 2 years will feel more confident in the real estate market this year. Of the 34 homes sold in March 2010, the average: days on market was 99 days sales price was $697,303 home size was 1,813 square feet $388 p... 04/24/2010

I'm happy to annouce that my updated Eichler listing at 6 Mount Tioga in Upper Lucas Valley just closed escow  I listed, staged, aggressively marketed, and sold this Eichler home in Lucas Valley for $860,000. This light-filled Eichler home was a desirable double-A-frame, atrium model Eichler located on a quiet cul de sac in San Rafael's Upper Lucas Valley neighborhood. 6 Mount Tioga featured 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, an updated kitchen and bathrooms, dual pane windows, infloor radiant heat, updated flooring, and a well landscaped yard. The home also offers excellent proximity to nearby hiking & biking trails, Dixie School and an inviting neighborhood community center with a swimming pool, tennis courts, and playground. The property was in contract within just a few weeks of hitting the m... 04/17/2010

As of April 5, 2010 32% of available listings in San Rafael are in escrow. For the month of March 2010 39 homes sold in San Rafael for an average final selling price of $$657,474. The average original asking price of these homes was $698,013. The range of final selling prices was from a low of $215,000 to a high of $1,400,000. Of the 39 homes that sold 5 sold at their original asking prices and 3 sold over. These homes took an average of 106 days to sell. To see everything that is currently for sale through our MLS, click here. To learn more about this area search more around this blog, visit my website, or feel free to contact me directly. 04/05/2010

Last Tuesday we scheduled a FREE 4-hour seminar for those who wanted to become consultants... by Friday it was full. Good job. The enthusiasm in the Sacramento area is beyond belief. Several people signed up too late and it was full so we are going to set another event up for April 9th. If you want to become a 203k consultant and you are just not sure how to go about it or what it takes to become a consultant then plan on being there. Contact your CREIA or contact me for a FREE seat at this event. Seating is limited to 20 so be early it is already filling up.  Realtors and agents might consider this as well. If you have been fighting with the idea of adding "Perfect for a 203k" to your sign rider and listings you may want the FREE education to see just what you can do to make your clien... 03/21/2010

San Rafael, California real estate sales held steady in February 2010, with 24 trades. The entry level price band (under $600K) remains active, with 48% of homes now in escrow. Meanwhile, the $600K to $800K price band (a mix of entry level and move-up homes) has continued to improve — approximately 47% of these homes in escrow. The inventory for single family homes for sale sits at 115 homes (we had 79 active listings in December 2009). It is expected that this Spring will see a large number of homes hitting the market as sellers who have stayed out of the market for the past 2 years will feel more confident in the real estate market this year. [Click HERE for the rest of the report, courtesy of www.SanRafael101.com.] Kyle Frazier | Christie’s Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin | Pacifi... 03/18/2010

As of March 8, 2010 an encouraging 36% of available listings in San Rafael are in escrow. For the month of February 2010 32 homes sold in San Rafael for an average final selling price of $659,411. The average original asking price of these homes was $735,352. The range of final selling prices was from a low of $165,000 to a high of $1,827,000. Of the 32 homes that sold (17 of which were distress sales) 2 sold at the original asking price and 6 sold over.  All others sold for less. It took these homes an average of 103 days to sell. To see everything that is currently available for sale through our MLS, click here. To learn more about the area visit my website, search more around this blog, or feel free to contact me directly. 03/08/2010

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San Rafael, California real estate sales slowed in January 2010, with 25 trades, down about 20% from December. The entry level price band (under $600K) remains active, with 59% of homes now in escrow. Meanwhile, the $600K to $800K price band (a mix of entry level and move-up homes) has risen to about 36% of homes in escrow. The inventory for single family homes for sale has risen significantly to 111 homes (we had 79 active listings last month). It is expected that this Spring will see a large number of homes hitting the market as sellers who have stayed out of the market for the past 2 years will feel more confident in the real estate market this year. Of the 22 homes sold in January 2010: days on market was 94 days sales price was $871,625 home size was 2,230 square feet $390 per sq. ... 02/14/2010

As of February 10, 2010 only 29% of available listings in San Rafael are in escrow. For the month of January 2010 34 homes sold in San Rafael for an average final selling price of $540,424. The average original asking price of these homes was $576,733. The range of final selling prices was from a low of $153,400 to a high of $1,075,000. Of the 34 homes that sold (12 of which were distress sales) 6 sold at their original asking price and 5 sold over their original asking price.  All others 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 learn more about the area visit my website, search more around my blog, or feel free to contact me directly. 02/11/2010

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San Rafael, California real estate sales slowed in December 2009, with 32 trades, down 33% from November. The entry level price band (under $600K) remains active, with 38% of homes now in escrow. Meanwhile, the $600K to $800K price band (a mix of entry level and move-up homes) has dipped to just 29% of homes in escrow. The inventory for single family homes for sale remains steady at 78 homes. It is expected that this Spring will see a large number of homes hitting the market as sellers who have stayed out of the market for the past 2 years will feel more confident in the real estate market this year. Of the 32 homes sold in December 2009, the average days on market was 94 days, the average sales price was $871,625, and the average home size was 2,230 square feet - roughly $395 per sq. f... 01/19/2010

As of January 6, 2010 34% of available listings in San Rafael are in escrow. For the month of December 2009 only 46 homes sold in San Rafael (9 of which were distress sales) for an average final selling price of $699,261. The average original asking price of these homes was $774,029. The range of final selling prices was from a low of $157,500 to a high of $2,750,000. Of the 46 homes that sold 1 sold at the original asking price, 7 sold over the original asking price, and all others sold for less than the original asking price. It took these homes an average of 120 days to sell. To see everything that is currently available for sale on our MLS, click here. To learn more about this area, visit my website or feel free to contact me directly. 01/07/2010

San Rafael, California real estate sales were brisk in November 2009, with 48 trades, up from 31 in September 2009. The entry level price band (under $600K) remains at hot, with 58% of home now in escrow. Meanwhile, the $600K to $800K price band (a mix of entry level and move-up homes) has also seen a rise in the percentage of homes in escrow - 53%. It is no secret that our current real estate environment in San Rafael favors buyers, not only because of the state of the market, but also because of superior interest rates, FHA loan availability (allowing purchase loans up to $729,000 with 3.5% down), and a shifting mindset by both buyers (who are ready to pull the trigger) and sellers (who are ready to do what it takes to sell). Meanwhile, housing inventory for single family homes fell t... 12/16/2009

As of December 9, 2009 35% of available listings in San Rafael are in escrow. For the month of November 2009 59 homes sold in San Rafael for an average final selling price of $702,440. The average original asking price of these homes was $776,278. The range of final selling prices was from a low of $120,000 to a high of $3,200,000. Of the 59 homes that sold (16 of which were distress sales) 3 sold at their original asking price, 12 sold over their original asking price and the remaining 44 homes sold for less than their original asking price. It took these homes an average of 116 days to sell. To see everything that is currently available for sale through our MLS, click here. To learn more about the area visit my website or contact me directly. 12/09/2009

San Rafael, California real estate sales were brisk in October 2009. We experienced 44 trades, up from 31 in September 2009. The entry level price band (under $600K) remains at hot, with 70% of home now in escrow, up from 64% last month. Meanwhile, the $600K to $800K price band (a mix of entry level and move-up homes) remains nearly the identical to last month (36% of these homes are in escrow). It is no secret that our current real estate environment in San Rafael favors buyers, not only because of the state of the market, but also because of superior interest rates, FHA loan availability (allowing purchase loans up to $729,000 with 3.5% down), and a shifting mindset by both buyers (who are ready to pull the trigger) and sellers (who are ready to do what it takes to sell). Meanwhile, ... 11/09/2009

As of November 6, 2009 34% of available listings in San Rafael are in escrow. For the month of October 2009 57 homes (8 of which were distress sales) sold in San Rafael, for an average final selling price of $728,242. The average original asking price of these homes was $768,712. The range of final selling prices was from a low of $140,000 to a high of $3,100,000. Of the 57 homes that sold 8 sold at their original asking price and 10 sold for more than their original asking price. It took these homes an average of 97 days to sell. To see everything that is currently available for sale through our MLS, click here. To learn more about this area, visit my website or feel free to contact me directly. 11/07/2009

I just sold this Eichler home located on a sunny and quiet lot in Marinwood California. Originally listed with another agent for almost 1 year who was unable to sell the property, I was able to list, re-stage, aggressively market, and sell this Eichler home for over the asking price before the first public open house. This was a very fulfilling transaction for me since the sellers were anxious to move on with their lives and move into a retirement community however they couldn't make the transition until their home was sold. Once they re-listed their home with me, I immediately went to work on staging it with current furnishings, painted several walls, had the home professionally photographed, and then implemented a fresh online and offline marketing campaign for the home which signfica... 10/17/2009