Everyone knows that, barring unusual circumstances, real estate prices move upwards over time. Of course, there are cycles. But, over time prices rise. Nowhere is this phenomenon more apparent than Marin County, California. According to the Marin Association of Realtors, the prices for single family homes and condominiums have gone… read more →
As expected, Marin County’s $2 million to $4 million luxury market experienced a seasonal reduction of inventory–we now have 76 active listings compared to 108 homes in November 2007. Eighteen homes sold last month (up by 2 from October). Mill Valley, with its temperate weather, good schools, and easy commute… read more →
The arrival of Winter, as it pertains to real estate in Mill Valley, California, brings a severe reduction of inventory of single family homes for sale. With just 46 homes currently on the market (down from 73 last month), the market has a very tight supply of homes. Indeed, with… read more →
This Winter the number of homes for sale (active inventory) in Marin County, California continues to drop. There are 581 active listings (down by 99 from last month and 207 from October). December is historically a slower time as sellers pack it in for the Winter and buyers start focusing… read more →
The housing market in San Rafael continues to show signs of strength entering into December 2007. Inventory is down to 114 active listings (down from 179 homes on the market in November 2007). As noted below, San Rafael’s bread and butter homes (those priced between $750,000 and $900,000) continue to sell if priced in accordance with recent relevant sales. As… read more →
The housing market in Novato is picking up as December sets in. It provides a wonderful environment to live in. Novato’s abundant inventory of relatively affordable homes (including newer construction under $800,000) is giving home buyers who are looking to buy right now a very good selection of homes with… read more →
Savvy buyers are locking loan rates and jumping back into the market. As reported by Inman News, yields on 10-year Treasury notes dipped below 4% for the first time in two-and-a-half years, as investors pulled money out of equities and elected to put that money into the safe and predictable… read more →
As expected, the number of Marin County luxury homes for sale in November 2007 is down. At this time of year, many sellers (especially those still living in their homes) take their homes off the market to reassess their situations in light of the upcoming holiday and rainy seasons. Many… read more →
The inventory of single family homes in Mill Valley dipped slightly to 73 units from last month’s 77. Just 20 homes are currently on the market under $1 million! As always, the commute to San Francisco from Mill Valley via the Golden Gate Bridge (a short 5-10 minutes), along with the excellent Mill Valley schools, pleasant weather and laid… read more →
As the Fall selling season unwinds, the number of homes for sale (inventory) in Marin County, California has dipped markedly over the past month. There are 680 active listings (down by 108 from last month). In a trend that occurs every year, November marks the beginning of the slow season as home sellers reassess their situation… read more →