$6m sale for Sausalito masterpiece

October 26th, 2012

Custom re-built three level Sausalito home with stunning Bay views and only minutes to the Golden Gate Bridge sold in September for $5.93 million.

$5,930,000

100 Spencer Ave

Sausalito, CA

6 beds, 7 baths

6321 sf, 2002 year

Originally listed for $6,540,000, this three-level Sausalito home is a masterpiece with stunning Bay views, comfort and aesthetic beauty. Custom re-built in 2002 with magnificently crafted design, picture windows with stunning Bay and garden views fill the living areas with sunlight and serenity. Exceptionally lush grounds with mature landscaping grace the home on approx. one half acre of land. Only minutes to the Golden Gate Bridge, Sausalito restaurants and shopping.

Rare Mill Valley retreat sells for $3.7m

October 17th, 2012

This unique Mill Valley resort-style home on a very private, gated 5.6 acres with breathtaking views of the Bay sold in September for $3.7 million.

$3,700,000

1040 Edgewood Ave

Mill Valley, CA

4 beds, 4.5 baths

4022 sf, 1975 year

Originally listed for $3,800,000, this 4,000 sq. ft. Mill Valley home is set on a spectacular south-east facing 5.6 acre lot. Main house is 3-bedrooms, 2.5 bath + 1 bed/1 bath guest cottage. There are views of the Bay, the lights of Berkeley, fabulous sunrises and beautiful Mt Tam. The oversized deck with outdoor kitchen is great for entertaining. Swimming pool, hot tub, tennis court, fully appointed gym and more.

Marin home prices, sales shrink in Q3

October 9th, 2012

Marin home prices last quarter fell 5 percent over the previous, home sales shrank 2.5 percent during the same period.

Prices of single-family homes were down 5 percent in the three months ended September 30, 2012 compared with the second quarter 2012, according to BAREIS MLS® – the Marin MLS provider. Of the 13 cities we track, eight posted decreases, with an average home price of $993,380. Fairfax, Larkspur, Ross and Tiburon posted the biggest decreases. The pace of home sales for the quarter was down 2.5 percent.

Marin home prices were by and large unchanged in Q3 compared with last year, $993,380 vs. $992,294 in 2011. During the same period, the pace of Marin home sales was up 26 percent, 661 last quarter vs. 525 in 2011.

Area

Average

Sale Price

Percent

List Price

Total

Sales

Avg.

DOM

All Marin
$993,380
98%
661
81
Belvedere
$2,854,432
97%
11
54
Corte Madera
$916,152
102%
21
58
Fairfax
$599,635
99%
23
76
Greenbrae
$1,191,596
99%
16
83
Kentfield
$1,914,593
95%
14
58
Larkspur
$1,193,449
98%
20
90
Mill Valley
$1,257,054
99%
105
79
Novato
$653,634
99%
161
87
Ross
$1,669,900
96%
12
82
San Anselmo
$934,553
100%
51
73
San Rafael
$793,413
99%
138
72
Sausalito
$1,787,393
93%
14
99
Tiburon
$1,699,973
97%
32
69

$8.4m sale for majestic Kentfield property

August 7th, 2012

This exquisitely poised six bedroom, 8 bath true Georgian Colonial Kentfield property on two thirds acre parcel sold in July for $8.4 million.

$8,400,000

14 Hotaling Ct

Kentfield, CA

6 beds, 8 baths

8864 sf, 1935 year

Originally listed for $8,995,000, this 8,800 sq. ft. extraordinary Steve Wisenbaker Georgian Colonial residence is a majestic, park-like estate with views of Mt. Tamalpais and the Southern Marin Ridgeline. Custom-built for the current owner, this Kentfield home has been meticulously maintained and has the highest level of finishes while remaining understated and elegant.

Belvedere Island home fetches $6m

July 25th, 2012

This four bedroom, 6 bath Belvedere home, located on the warm and sunny side of Belvedere Island, sold in July for $6 million – $500,000 over asking!

$6,000,000

205 Golden Gate Ave

Belvedere, CA

4 beds, 5.5 baths

5692 sf, 1960 year

Originally listed for $5,495,000, this four bedroom, 6 bath Belvedere residence is located on the warm and sunny side of the Island. The walls of windows frame the sensational San Francisco, Golden Gate Bridge and sparkling Bay views. Special attention is given to the dialogue between indoors and out, highlighted by the magnificent pool, spa, cabana and gardens.

Marin home prices, sales climb in Q2

July 9th, 2012

Marin home prices last quarter jumped 11 percent over the previous, home sales climbed a whopping 56 percent during the same period.

Prices of single-family homes rose 11 percent in the three months ended June 30, 2012 compared with the first quarter 2012, according to BAREIS MLS® – the Marin MLS provider. Of the 13 cities we track, nine posted increases, with an average home price of $1,050,927. Corte Madera, Fairfax, Greenbrae, Larkspur, Ross and San Anselmo posted the biggest increases. The pace of home sales for the quarter was up a whopping 56 percent.

Marin home prices were by and large unchanged in Q2 compared with last year, $1,050,927 vs. $1,055,172 in 2011. During the same period, the pace of Marin home sales was up 22 percent, 678 last quarter vs. 555 in 2011.

Area

Average

Sale Price

Percent

List Price

Total

Sales

Avg.

DOM

All Marin
$1,050,927
98%
678
74
Belvedere
$2,797,352
96%
11
102
Corte Madera
$999,282
98%
33
64
Fairfax
$721,011
101%
19
63
Greenbrae
$1,201,439
99%
19
37
Kentfield
$2,066,917
100%
24
49
Larkspur
$1,344,140
99%
25
35
Mill Valley
$1,189,766
98%
99
68
Novato
$584,136
99%
160
73
Ross
$3,130,414
96%
14
82
San Anselmo
$1,056,026
98%
67
66
San Rafael
$681,478
99%
132
82
Sausalito
$1,406,500
96%
18
59
Tiburon
$1,861,424
95%
33
82

$11.5m sale for Mediterranean estate

June 11th, 2012

Authentic 7,000 sq. ft. Italian design Mediterranean estate located in the exclusive town of Ross set on 17 acres sold in May for $11.5 million.

$11,500,000

662 Goodhill

Ross, CA

6 beds, 8 baths

7000 sf, 2001 year

Originally listed for $12,900,000, this enchanting Mediterranean estate rests on a majestic site with dramatic views of Mt Tamalpais, Phoenix Lake & the coastal hills of Marin. Located in the exclusive town of Ross on 17 acres, the 7000 sq. ft. 6 bedroom, 8 bath family home is grand in scale. Authentic Italian design blends with an awe-inspiring California landscape – a truly incomparable lifestyle.

Rare contemporary Tiburon home sells for $7m

June 5th, 2012

This remarkable five bedroom, 4.5 bath contemporary Tiburon estate sitting on over 8 private acres of natural splendor sold in late May for $7 million.

$7,000,000

5 High Meadow

Tiburon, CA

5 beds, 4.5 baths

5784 sf, 2005 year

Originally listed for $8,500,000, sitting on over 8 private acres of Tiburon’s natural splendor, this remarkable estate was completed in 2005. Contemporary in design & richly appointed, the views are mesmerizing from everywhere. The main level features the public rooms plus two separate offices surrounded by expansive lawn.The upstairs has 5 bedrooms including the master suite with adjacent study/nursery. This exquisite home exudes CA comfort & world class luxury.

Marin home prices down in Q1

April 10th, 2012

Marin home prices last quarter fell 1 percent over the previous, home sales shrank a notable 4.2 percent during the same period.

Prices of single-family homes were down 1 percent in the three months ended March 31, 2012 compared with the fourth quarter 2011, according to BAREIS MLS® – the Marin MLS provider. Of the 13 cities we track, seven posted decreases, with an average home price of $944,785. Corte Madera and Fairfax posted the biggest decreases. The pace of home sales for the quarter was down 4.2 percent.

Marin home prices were up 1 percent in Q1 ‘12 compared with last year, $944,785 vs. $936,862 in 2011. During the same period, the pace of Marin home sales was up 12.7 percent, 434 last quarter vs. 385 in 2011.

Area

Average

Sale Price

Percent

List Price

Total

Sales

Avg.

DOM

All Marin
$944,785
95%
434
113
Belvedere
$3,737,357
96%
7
188
Corte Madera
$798,111
99%
9
98
Fairfax
$486,867
96%
15
114
Greenbrae
$998,500
97%
6
57
Kentfield
$2,610,833
89%
6
88
Larkspur
$1,105,711
93%
19
95
Mill Valley
$1,178,825
96%
55
91
Novato
$569,767
97%
95
103
Ross
$1,034,000
94%
5
93
San Anselmo
$747,420
95%
33
92
San Rafael
$716,595
95%
102
111
Sausalito
$1,349,231
98%
13
113
Tiburon
$1,915,182
93%
28
92

Mill Valley farmhouse fetches $3.5 million

March 21st, 2012

This downtown, new construction 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath Mill Valley contemporary farmhouse design sold in March for $3.575 million.

$3,575,000

306 Oakdale Ave

Mill Valley, CA

4 beds, 3.5 baths

3500 sf, 2012 year

Originally listed for $3,500,000, this 3,500 sq. ft. newly constructed 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath downtown Mill Valley home offers the best of indoor/outdoor living. The living room with 22′ ceilings transitions to a large, covered patio and outdoor living areas that includes a fire pit, trellised patio, level lawn and gated garden. The contemporary design blends reclaimed wood from Washington State with clean, white lines.