Belveron is a small Tiburon neighborhood of about 250 homes in a level valley in the middle if the Tiburon peninsula. Built in 1950-51 as affordable housing for the post-war population returning to Marin, the original ranch-style homes were about 850 to 1,900 square feet on lots of 7,000 to 8,000 square feet. Attractive to Home Buyers In the last few years, home buyers have Continue Reading
High Demand, Higher Prices for Marin Homes
Home Values Appreciate in 2017 By the end of June the busiest season for Marin home sales is nearly over, with families settled for the school year or heading off for a summer vacation. Single family home and condo/townhouse prices both increased in value by about 4.5% so far this year (median sale prices, 2017, Marin MLS). This appreciation is lower than last year when single family homes Continue Reading
Paradise Cay Tiburon Homes, a Private Destination on the Bay
Paradise Cay in Tiburon is one of the many "secret" Marin neighborhoods that provide a unique living environment. Almost every resident has a dock 50 feet or longer, with direct access to the bay, or a bay view. This is a friendly community, where neighbors get together for holiday activities, sailing races, and swim clubs. The Tiburon Yacht Club in the Cay has provided summer sailing Continue Reading
Will The New 4+% Mortgage Rates Impact California Home Prices?
By now, many of us have heard through news or advertising that a small change in mortgage rates can make a big difference. In Marin County a home price is a big consideration when selecting real estate in this most desirable market. Interest rates will also be an important consideration, particularly for first time home buyers on a limited budget. Will a 5% mortgage rate make a substantial Continue Reading
Marin Home Prices Past and Future
Marin home prices have appreciated greatly over the last five year. The statistics show a surge in values in 2013 to 2015, and a recent leveling. Prices for single family homes increased 57% over the last five years: Year Median Price Increase 2012 $765,000 --- 2013 $900,000 18% 2014 $1,010,000 12% 2015 $1,105,000 9% 2016 $1,199,000 9% The Continue Reading
Winter Home Maintenance Marin County
We are in the middle of winter, but there is still time for home maintenance that can save you larger repair costs. Inspect windows and doors for leaks. Check the window and door sills and surrounding trim. Don’t forget to check the high windows that you can’t see close-up. Minor water stains could be due to condensation. Peeling paint, damaged sheet rock, or warped wood can indicate Continue Reading
How to Sell Marin Homes in the Winter Months
With over 26 years of selling Marin homes, we have found that the winter months can be active and productive. Due to the low supply and high demand, buyers have recently become more active during the last quarter of the year. Here are the factors that contribute to a successful sale in the winter months: Correctly price the property Most important is price. If the seller Continue Reading
Gerstle Park’s Unique Marin Homes
Victorian Cottages on Tree-Lined Streets Gerstle Park, at the southern end of San Rafael, provides a variety of Victorian homes from the late 1800's and early 20th century. Some of the original homes were built as summer residences for San Francisco families, including two adjoining estates for the Gerstle and Sloss families. Gerstle Park, a center for community activities, was the Continue Reading
Marin Real Estate Market Update: Marin Real Estate is More Valuable Than Ever
Marin Real Estate Market Report for the First 9 Months of 2016: Median price for single family homes increased about 9%. Median price for condos and townhouses increased about 6%. Number of houses sold in Marin decreased by 9% compared to 2015. Supply of Houses for Sale is Low The lack of available housing in Marin County, CA is a primary factor in increasing home sale prices. Continue Reading
Looking for a New Home in Mill Valley? Scott Valley Might Be the Place
A Hidden Gem for Real Estate in Mill Valley The hills, valleys, and canyons of Mill Valley provide many secluded and beautiful residential neighborhoods. Tucked into the hill that separates Mill Valley from Corte Madera is Scott Valley, a small community in the middle of everything, but far from daily traffic and noise. Scott Valley Homes For Sale Scott Valley has about 180 homes. Continue Reading
