The Landing at Hamilton Video Profile (January 2012) | Kyle Frazier | Pacific Union International

The Landing at Hamilton (Hamilton Field), Novato, CA (Video)
New Homes Construction in Marin County, CA just 16 miles north of San Francisco and the Golden Gate
Prices begin in the mid-$700’s

Call For An Appointment:

Kyle Frazier (415) 350-9440
Pacific Union International

Marin County Real Estate (December 2011 | Pacific Union International)

As with San Francisco (which we look to as a leading indicator), our Marin County markets reflect a seasonal constriction of listings entering December. There is significant anecdotal evidence of a greater dearth of inventory than usual, particularly in the just-under-$1M range.  We see frustrated buyers crowding open houses and placing multiple offers on those few well-priced homes that remain on the market during the so-called “slow” months.  Meaning, of course, that some prospective Sellers whose strategy it is to “sit tight” ‘til Super Bowl is over and the guacamole dip is gone may be missing opportunities.  And while, to be sure, many prospective buyers are drinking egg nog in front of the fire and putting hotels on Boardwalk and Park Place, other, more opportunistic Buyers might well choose to pass Go and put offers in on REAL homes.  If there were any out there.

My name is Kyle Frazier. I am a J.D., Broker, Realtor, Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), and a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS), with Christie’s International Real Estate | Pacific Union International. It is always my pleasure to be of service.

13 Reasons to Sell Your Home During the Holidays

1. People who look for a home during the Holidays are more serious buyers.
2. Serious buyers have fewer houses to choose from during the Holidays and less competition means more money for you.
3. Since the supply of listings will dramatically increase in January, there will be less demand for your particular home. Less demand means less money for you.
4. Houses show better when decorated for the Holidays.
5. Buyers are more emotional during the Holidays, so they are more likely to pay your price.
6. Buyers have more time to look for a home during the Holidays than they do during a working week.
7. Some people must buy before the end of the year for tax reasons.
8. January is traditionally the month for employees to begin new jobs. Since transferees cannot wait until Spring to buy, you must be on the market now to capture that market.
9. You can still be on the market, but you have the option of private showings with me present, at your convenience.
10. We will have no sign, lockbox, ads or open houses, but I will continue to market your home through Top Agent Network and the Marin Platinum Group.
11. You do not have to have the home on MLS.
12. You can sell now and we will negotiate for a delayed closing or extended occupancy until early next year.
13. By selling now, you may have an opportunity to be a non-contingent buyer during the Spring, when many more houses are on the market for less money. This will allow you to sell high and buy low.

2825 Vineyard Road, Novato | Private & Exclusive Gated Estate on 138 Acres | Extraordinary Views

2825 Vineyard Road, Novato — Once-In-A-Lifetime Opportunity | Private & Exclusive Gated Estate on 138 Acres | Custom Home ~7,000 square feet | Finest Finishes | Extraordinary Views

This magnificent legacy estate home sits on a private, lofty ridge-top with incredible jet liner views. The extensive gated grounds cover approximately 138 acres of rolling hills, creeks, and valleys. The natural beauty of the setting is breathtaking. For more pictures, click on NovatoEstate.com.

The home itself is expansive, yet intimate and relaxed. The floor plan is extremely desirable with the Master Suite on the main level, along with the Kitchen, Dining Room, Family Room, Office, 3 more Bedrooms (including an en suite with incredible views and ceiling fan), Laundry Room, Powder Room, Butler’s Pantry, Mud Room, and Garage. There is also a very large suite with its own bath at the far end of the home on a separate level, which would be perfect for a au pair or guest quarters. The lower level features an en suite Bedroom that is currently being used as a gym (steam shower in the bathroom), Media Room, Game Room, and extensive storage. The lower level provides a perfect escape.

Inside and out, you will encounter the finest finishes and boundless thoughtful features, such as a slate roof, sport pool, extensive crown moldings, recessed lighting, Vantage lighting system, whole house music system, 2 tank-less water heaters, 2 Heat/AC environments, central vacuum, smart-wiring, outdoor kitchen and extensive patios with extraordinary views, 6-car garage, efficiency enhancing attic fans, R-19 insulation, and more.

This home has universal appeal, but will hold special attraction for equestrians, vintners, artists, and privacy seekers. While it is seemingly in a different world, it is just a couple minutes from Pleasant Valley Elementary, Sinaloa Middle School, shopping, Indian Valley Golf Course, stables, and more.

Exclusively listed by Kyle Frazier, Pacific Union | Christie’s International Real Estate for $2,499,000.

About Indian Valley, Novato (Courtesy of www.Novato101.com)

Space, privacy, golf, horses and horse properties, hiking and biking trails, big skies, oak trees, and fresh air … these are some of the words that come up when playing word association with Novato’s irresistible neighborhood of Indian Valley (there are also two very desirable sub-neighborhoods called Wild Horse Valley and Verrisimo Valley, each is a private refuge to corporate and musical icons seeking peace and relative anonymity).

This area of Novato, California, is also known for its luxury homes of all styles — equestrian estates, vineyard estates, gated properties with tennis courts, etc. Although predominantly ranchers (e.g., one-story homes in an L or U shape), one modern-styled home on 2 acres (this property was like a resort destination) recently sold for $1.735 million. Many Indian Valley homes are located on gently rolling hillside lots with sweeping views.

While known as a sort of horse property neighborhood, which it is, Indian Valley is also quite close to shopping and other conveniences–it is not remote. In addition, the neighborhood feeds into Pleasant Valley Elementary School and Sinaloa Middle School, which are both held in high esteem. And, of course, the children of Indian Valley residents are also eligible for the lottery to get into Marin County’s highest scoring elementary school–Rancho Elementary (which outscored Bacich, Reed, and Ross elementary schools this past year).

My name is Kyle Frazier and I am an expert on Novato’s luxury neighborhoods, horse properties, view homes, tennis court / recreational homes, and new construction. I am a broker and CRS (Certified Residential Specialist) with Pacific Union | Christie’s International Real Estate. Please call me at  (415) 350-9440 if you would like to discuss Indian Valley or Novato, in general. It is always my pleasure to be of service.

65 Fairway Drive, Novato (Luxury Marin Country Club Home | For Sale)

65 Fairway Drive, Novato — Exclusive One-Level Marin Country Club Home For Sale

“Best Of” Marin Country Club location. Resort home in the flats. No rear neighbor (County owned). Substantial estate grounds cover approximately 1/3 flat acre with perfectly sited pool (all day sun in Summer), lanai/bar, separate structure at rear of property (wired as a recording studio — could be huge office, massive wine cellar, pool house, etc.), gardening/craft studio, large two-car Garage, separate Golf Cart Garage with automatic door, extensive off-street parking large enough to accommodate a boat or R.V., large and extremely private front yard featuring a towering palm and trellis, privacy gate at entrance. The location of this private, estate-like home is the best of any home in Country Club in recent memory — it is in the flats, close-in, offers peerless privacy, and benefits from all-day sun at the pool. Truly, a rarity that will impress. Exclusively listed for $899,000.

About Marin Country Club Estates (Courtesy of www.Novato101.com)

An affluent neighborhood sitting adjacent to the Marin Country Club in Ignacio Valley, Novato’s Country Club area is a high-end retreat from the hustle and bustle of town. Country Club is located on the south side of Ignacio Blvd. (which then terminates at the Indian Valley Campus of the Marin Community College) and straddles the golf course.

The Country Club neighborhood can be characterized as largely high-end. As you get farther back into the hills, the stock of homes tends to get more and more upscale and luxury-oriented. Many homes sit on large parcels and are gated and/or sit back from the street. Additionally, many homes feature amazing views of the hills and bay.

One of the biggest draws of Country Club, besides its proximity to the prestigious Marin Country Club, is its Southern Novato location. Southern Novato provides the easiest commute to San Francisco and Southern Marin. In addition to being closer to The City (San Francisco), Country Club provides easy access to nature, trails, and even a waterfall. Many of the homes back up to open space.

My name is Kyle Frazier and I am an expert on Novato’s Country Club and surrounding neighborhoods. I am a broker and CRS (Certified Residential Specialist) with Pacific Union. Please call me at (415) 350-9440 if you would like to discuss Country Club or Novato, in general. It is always my pleasure to be of service.

BEWARE — Here’s What Happens When You Overprice Your Home

Barring special circumstances, there is generally nothing more important to sellers than the net amount of funds they retain when their home is sold. As every real estate professional will attest, pricing correctly for the market at the outset of the listing period is far and away the most important factor in the sales process — as they say, “price conquers all buyer objections.”

Each year in the real estate industry, numerous books are written, classes are taught, and sermons are delivered on the topic of pricing. Nonetheless, every day homes come on the market that are overpriced based on recent market data.

The image below is a snapshot of just how big a hit sellers take when they price incorrectly in the Mill Valley, California real estate market for homes between $1 million and $2 million (based on sales from January 1, 2009 to October 7, 2009).

Note: if a home sells within the first 30-days, those sellers received an average of ~97% of list price. I think all would agree that is a great result! At the other end of the spectrum, homes sitting on the market for over 120-days, sold for 82% of list price. Those are startling figures.

Let’s do a touchstone example with easy math — we have a house that should sell for about $1 million, based on recent comparable sales.

• Option 1: The sellers go with my suggested list price of $1 million — because it is priced approprately, it sells after the 1st open house for $997,000 (e.g., 97%).
• Option 2: The sellers decide to list it at $1.1 million (to test the market and/or to allow “wiggle room” in negotiations) and it takes 5 months to sell — eventually, it sells for $902,000 (e.g., 82% of list price).

The takeaway: By pricing correctly at outset, not only do the sellers net $95,000 more for the sale of their home, but they also avoid the massive inconvenience of prolonged marketing (open houses, showings, and general anxiety — and you can’t put a price on that).

If you would like to discuss pricing issues in relation to your upcoming home sale, please call me at (415) 350-9440 — Kyle Frazier, J.D., Broker Associate, Realtor, Certified Residential Specialist with Pacific Union International, Kentfield (Marin County, CA).

Marin County Real Estate Agent Seeks Buyer’s Agent (Employment / Job Opportunity For Licensed Professional)

Marin County real estate agent (and Community Sales Director for The Landing at Hamilton) is looking for a buyer’s assistant. Most importantly — you must have a great attitude and motivation to succeed. You will have access to literally dozens of potential buyer and seller clients monthly as you will be benefit from working at one of Marin County’s only New Home developments. We have homes ready to sell right now and construction will continue (as will your opportunities to meet great people looking to buy and/or sell homes).

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Highly motivated, quick learner
• reliable & focused
• Positive attitude and friendly
• Sales experience
• Agent License required

JOB RESPONSIBILITES:

• Host open houses (must be available to work from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays or Sundays every weekend – on an alternating basis)
• Marketing: help with print marketing content and design, bulk mailers, website updates, E-marketing through email and online ads and social marketing through Facebook, Twitter, etc.
• Listing & buyer presentation materials
• Follow Up and lead management (send reports, make calls, show homes, etc.)

COMPENSATION & SCHEDULE:

• Commission based pay; Possible mentoring relationship if desired and mutually agreed upon
• Buyer and seller assistance as needed (Alternating Saturday and Sunday open homes (3 hours a day) — and possible Friday afternoons (3 hours))

Please email me, [email protected], if you are interested. Thanks! Kyle Frazier, Broker Associate, Pacific Union International Realtors

Double Master Suite Luxury View Home in Sausalito

Introducing 825 Spring Street, Sausalito | Underneath the craftsman exterior is a luxuriously modern home with very special features:

Executive Chef Kitchen (two ovens — Bosch and Gaggenau; 6-burner Russel range with grill, food warmer by Wells, Dacor microwave, 2 Meile dishwashers, restaurant style TRUE refrigerator (e.g., sliding doors and incredible storage capabilities), Kitchen Aid ice-maker. G.E. freezer, two LARGE sinks, black granite counters, white oak floors, speaker system, dining area, and incredible VIEWS across The Bay);

Living Room (again, amazing views) with Aframosa flooring (a very dense and durable hardwood from Africa often used in boat building), surround sound, newer slate deck (with outdoor speakers), skylight, Shoji screen to hide wall mounted TV, centerpiece fireplace with blue stone hearth and stainless steel surround (which includes storage for wood on one side and home theater components on the other side), and a built-in media center and shelving system made of gorgeous 200 year old cypress;

2 Master Suites (Upper level Master with great views, Shoji screens encased in cedar, Retreat, large walk-in closet, and a bath featuring a steam shower with water wand, heated floor with verazzo tile, dual vanity featuring imported glass tiles with vessel sinks, and skylight) (Lower level Master with large walk-in closet and bath with jetted tub);

Fully functional, wired Office with arched doorways (Venetian Plaster), extraordinary wall-height built-in shelving, and slate tile flooring (Office was 3rd Bedroom and could be converted back with ease);

Wine Cellar — 1,200-bottle capability, climate controlled with redwood racks which can accommodate standard and magnum bottlings (mahogany and glass doorway and brick flooring in herringbone pattern).

Two car attached garage with additional overflow parking in the driveway and on Spring Street.

No expense was spared — other unique amenities and features include: the stairs between the second and third floors consist of bamboo treads with oak risers, 200 year old cypress was again used for the posts, the hand rails are brushed aluminum accented by a steel cable railing system; bamboo and Aframosa flooring in many rooms, Mission style entry door crafted from Mahogany; Venetian Plaster wall surfacing; and double paned windows.

825 Spring Street, Sausalito — $1,550,000

For a private showing, please call Kyle Frazier at (415) 350-9440. Kyle is a broker and Certified Residential Specialist and Luxury Home Marketing Specialist with Pacific Union International.

New Homes | The Landing at Hamilton Field, Novato (Marin County, Bay Area)

Located just 16 miles North of the Golden Gate Bridge, The Landing at Hamilton is Hamilton Field is a secluded enclave of luxurious homes reflecting timeless style and contemporary conveniences. These thoughtfully designed homes focus on sophistication, beauty, and community. Residents enjoy spacious and refined interior spaces, modern conveniences, adjacent to a rich wildlife sanctuary. Click HERE for a Virtual Tour of our Model Homes.

An unrivaled passion for excellence and detail is exhibited in each home. The Landing at Hamilton benefits from easy access to recreation, dining, shopping, schools, transportation, and the myriad benefits of living at Hamilton Field in Novato. Pricing begins at approximately $840,000 for the smallest homes and ranges up to approximately $900,000 for the larger homes. There will be four models in up to three elevations, ranging from ~2,432 square feet to ~3,000 square feet.

Please contact Kyle Frazier, Community Sales Director with Pacific Union International Realtors at (415) 350-9440 or [email protected] for more information.

The Landing at Hamilton – Fact Sheet

WEBSITE www.TheLandingNovato.com

LOCATION Hamilton Field, Novato

COMMUNITY SIZE 3.3 Acres

TOTAL UNITS 27 Homes

UNIT SIZES 2,432 to 3,073 sq. ft. – 3 to 5 Bedroom, 2.5 to 4 Bath

FLOOR PLANS Four floor plans

AVERAGE HIGH July:  81°F,  December: 56°F

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The Landing at Hamilton is a secluded enclave of 27 new, luxurious three- to five-bedroom homes that range in size from 2,432 square feet to more than 3,000 square feet. Designed by the award-winning KTGY Architects and developed by Barker Pacific Group, the four models offer spacious floor plans and refined interior finishes, with options to customize additional rooms as home office, den, loft or library.  The ample lot sizes are an average of 5,500 square feet and can easily accommodate a garden, grassy play area, or peaceful retreat.  With exteriors reflecting Traditional, Craftsman or Mission-era styles, each home is carefully designed to reflect the tastes of the owner.  Together, the residences comprise a sophisticated and beautiful neighborhood in one of Marin’s most attractive settings.

Over the past two decades, Hamilton Field has transitioned from a former US Air Force base to Marin’s largest residential community, with homes offering a rich assortment of new, modern amenities and whose environs meet every need.

Many Hamilton residents work at the adjacent Hamilton Landing, an office park and business hub located at the one-time airplane hangars.  Plus, the new development borders the Bay Trail that runs along the Hamilton levee, adjacent to the Bay wetlands restoration project.  Some of the homes in The Landing neighborhood will have views of the wetlands – the second largest wetlands restoration project in the United States.

Residents will enjoy a short drive to some of Marin’s best shopping and restaurants, including Hamilton Marketplace and Vintage Oaks Novato.  From Peet’s Coffee to Jennie Low’s; from Paradise Foods to Costco – the rich assortment of local amenities, restaurants and retailers make The Landing at Hamilton the perfect setting for Marin’s modern lifestyle.

Community

• Several Parks
• Great Schools
• Newly Renovated Community Pool
• Bay Trail
• YMCA Gym
• Library
• Art Center
• Baseball, Tennis, Basketball, and Sport Courts
• Skateboard Park
• Amphitheater
• Business Park (Hamilton Landing)
• Nearby Shopping and Restaurants
• Convenient Southern Novato Commute

HOME AMENITIES

• 10-Foot Ceilings
• Stainless Steel Appliances
• Granite Countertops
• Designer Cabinetry
• Modern Wiring (including pre-Wiring for Solar)
• Dual Zone Heat and Air Conditioning
• Dual Glazed Windows
• Ample Yard Space
• Laundry Rooms with Sinks
• Energy-efficient oversized windows
• Custom-home options & upgrades
• Many Homes with Views

Marketing

Pacific Union International | Kyle Frazier, Broker Associate | (415) 350-9440

219 West Street, Sausalito (Luxury View Home)

Nestled under Oak trees in the hills of this historic section of Sausalito by the Bay, craftsman meets contemporary in this beautifully designed four bedroom, two and one half bath home. This home was rebuilt from the studs and finished in 2003. Everything is done with impeccable taste, from the distressed walnut floors throughout, mosaic tile work in the entryway and kitchen, to the large picture windows overlooking the Bay.

Brick steps take you up to the picturesque brown shingled home. As you enter through the glass door, you first notice the mosaic flower tile work on the floor. The delightful half-bath just off the hall has a rose-colored marble sink and crystal light fixture. Windows abound as you walk into the combination living/dining room. The large picture windows catch your eye as you watch ships move past on the Bay. A colorful Italian Murano crystal chandelier hangs over the dining room table. French doors lead out to the slate balcony, overlooking the water. A Rumford wood-burning fireplace, modeled after Jefferson’s fireplace in Monticello, complements the living area. Custom-built cabinets with glass doors frame the wall between the living/dining room and the kitchen.

The chef’s kitchen is designed exquisitely with an abundance of custom cabinetry, a pistachio quartzite stone counter, Subzero refrigerator, Thermador double oven and gas range with grill, Bosch dishwasher and Kitchen Aid trash compacter. Italian Calcutta tile graces a wall in a floral mosaic. Aside the kitchen is a more casual dining area with windows out to the garden. Off of this dining area is a den with a flat screen television and stereo system. While music can be heard and volume controlled throughout the home, the den has surround sound. Built-in bookshelves frame the flat screen television. Off the kitchen is a colorful garden with flowering ground cover with purple, pink and red flowers as well as tropical fern and a fountain.

At the top of the stairs is a child’s play area, painted muted yellow, which could also double as an office. Custom-designed closets abound throughout the upstairs and the rest of the home. The Master bedroom is olive green and filled with windows that have hill and bay views, and there is a large walk-in closet. A full bath is located across from the master and is meticulously designed with a soaking tub, walk-in marble shower with a rain showerhead, and a toilet and pedestal sink separated by a pocket door. The floor is marble with an intricate basket weave design.

A child’s room in light blue mirrors the blue of the water seen from its windows looking directly out on the Bay. Two long closets on either side of the room with double doors allow for plenty of storage. One of the long closets has a mural painted inside and could be a perfect playhouse for an imaginative child.

The downstairs has two more bedrooms, perfect for guests or an au pair. The full bath down has another shower with a rain showerhead and more marble throughout. There is a tiled wine cellar with two concrete walls, keeping the room naturally cool for the storage of favorite wines. There is a laundry room with a Maytag washer and dryer. Beyond this area is a family or media room with another Rumford fireplace and French doors that go out to a front garden with white roses. (The family room is currently being used as an office.) Although this home is totally integrated, it is classified as a two-unit residence and the area with the family room, bedroom and bath can also serve as a separate unit if so desired.

There is radiant heating throughout. Custom window treatments of linen and of cotton complement most of the double-paned windows throughout the home. The home has HD DirecTV and future-proof wiring as well as recessed lighting throughout. There is a spacious two-car garage. The garage, which was completed in 2008, contains a workbench, storage cabinets and a Stor-all wall system. Just a few blocks down the hill are the charming shops and restaurants of Sausalito. This home allows for plenty of privacy up on the hill yet is close to town.

For more information, visit www.219WestStreet.com. Or, call Kyle at (415) 350-9440.

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