May 2016 Central San Francisco Market Conditions


District 5’s (See SF Districts Map Here) April numbers continue their strong upwards trend with their highest ever median sales price of $2,287,500. Year-over-year, the median price is up 8.9%. Resale Condo/Loft Median Prices Resale condo-loft median prices have resumed the downward trend that started last September with a brief uptick in January and February. … Continue reading May 2016 Central San Francisco Market Conditions

“As a broker myself, I know quality when I see it”


Thank you to my wonderful client that has taken the time to share a few thoughts about recently working with me: “Loved Alex. Can’t say it any other way. Never have I dealt with an agent who represented me with such a level of honesty and transparency. He gave me the time that I needed … Continue reading “As a broker myself, I know quality when I see it”

SOLD (In 3 Days) | 62 Buena Vista Terrace


We accepted offers on Monday, we closed yesterday…that’s a three day close. Remarkable, to say the least. Congratulations to my clients, and thank you all for an incredibly smooth transaction. I wish they all went like this. Listed $1,295,000, SOLD $1,500,000. Property details below: Located on an elegant street in San Francisco’s Buena Vista Park … Continue reading SOLD (In 3 Days) | 62 Buena Vista Terrace

For Sale | 62 Buena Vista Terrace, San Francisco


Located on an elegant street in San Francisco’s Buena Vista Park District, one of San Francisco’s most coveted neighborhoods, 62 Buena Vista Terrace affords you the ability to immerse yourself in all this city has to offer, yet escape from it too. And you, dear reader, get first crack at it. Walking distance to Duboce … Continue reading For Sale | 62 Buena Vista Terrace, San Francisco

But It’s A Buyer’s Market


Any of you see this article on Yahoo! about US Cities Where Homes Sell The Fastest? Gather ’round…I have a story for you. Yesterday, on behalf of my clients, I presented a full asking price, ALL CASH (that’s $1,350,000 George Washingtons), two week to close, sellers may “rent-back” ’til November offer on 49 Alma Street … Continue reading But It’s A Buyer’s Market

You Can Buy Her Sister Too…Oops, Too Late


A couple of weeks ago we were thrilled to see 457 Buena Vista Avenue East go into contract after a short spell on MLS (asking $2,329,000), and how could you blame the buyer…the place is awesome! However, we felt a little bad as we were told 457 “can be purchased with sister property 459 Buena … Continue reading You Can Buy Her Sister Too…Oops, Too Late

Ask Us: 24 Buena Vista Terrace, Damn That Asterisk


Where readers ask and we (the community) try to answer. Hi TFS- First…I wanted to say that I enjoy your blog…keep up the interesting stuff. I live by 24 Buena Vista Terrace and noticed that it sold recently. I remember walking through the house back in 2006 when it last sold after it was completely … Continue reading Ask Us: 24 Buena Vista Terrace, Damn That Asterisk

Tour de San Francisco (real estate) strikes again! Buena Vista Park


It took me waaaay to long to get back out and do another stage of the Tour de San Francisco (real estate), but I finally did. Last week was Buena Vista Park, so if you’re not already a reader of sfnewsletter, and you didn’t catch it, go ahead and follow this link to a picture … Continue reading Tour de San Francisco (real estate) strikes again! Buena Vista Park

Reader Reports: Eddy! steps it up again!


“Nice Listing on Buena Vista” I’m not 100% sure if this is a TIC or a Condo — shame it’s not a [Single Family Home] at 4000 sq ft — but I really like this place. Clean, right across from the park and BIG. Not bad for $2.95M. Eddy!’s favorite part, the agent remarks. [They … Continue reading Reader Reports: Eddy! steps it up again!

It’s Madness! (no, not the band)


By now you’ve probably heard about 3840 Clay (pictured above), the Pacific Heights fixer that was asking $3,000,000 and sold for $4,020,000 in less than a blink of an eye. (In MLS on 4/12, 30 disclosure packages were handed out, offers reviewed on 4/16, in contract 4/19, sold 4/25… we’re told for cash.) The home … Continue reading It’s Madness! (no, not the band)

Big Price, Big Wine Cellar, Big Time Stalefish ™


We know there is a ton of interest for this property, hell…look at it. It’s beautiful. Ahhh, but it’s a Stalefish indeed. From what we can gather, 21 Buena Vista has been on the market for about 300 +/- days. First put on the market back in January of 2005 at $5,250,000, then re-listed with a different company … Continue reading Big Price, Big Wine Cellar, Big Time Stalefish ™