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Month: January 2009
Cause Celeb: “The Monty” Drops Prices, Offers Dim Sum
Did we miss something? Has the Montgomery always been referred to as “the Monty”? And what’s up with Realtors’ ability to take any holiday and spin it into a reason to buy a piece of property? The email subject: “The Monty celebrates Chinese New Year with New Pricing”. Clarification or lessons in history are appreciated…and … Continue reading Cause Celeb: “The Monty” Drops Prices, Offers Dim Sum
“Arts and Crafts” house in Noe Valley
I started reading this listing for this 2 br 1 ba 998K 1252 feet per tax records listing, and I saw “arts and crafts.” Suddenly and I was like when a cartoon character does a triple take. You know that “uddity uddity uditty” sound accompanied by Fred Flintstone or Porky Pig or equivalent jerking his … Continue reading “Arts and Crafts” house in Noe Valley
It Was A Great Day For The Beach, But Rain Forecast (1531 Beach)
Originally listed for $1,550,000 in May of 2008, 1531 Beach, a 2 bed, 2 bath, in the Marina, has returned (again) but this time for $100,000 less, now asking $1,450,000. Nothing’s changed but the price, and the weather (literally and figuratively). Opportunity knocking? –1531 Beach, 2 bed, 2 bath, $1,450,000 [sfnewsletter listing detail]
Still Hip To Be Green In A Sea Of Gray
From Green Building via Green Key Real Estate: Several studies affirmed the appeal of smart green buildings and their benefits. Among the more widely hailed was McGraw-Hill Construction’s report in November saying that the potential for continued growth in the green building market is huge. The study projected a possible tripling in the value of eco-friendly construction starts … Continue reading Still Hip To Be Green In A Sea Of Gray
Lembi’s List: The 51 Properties They’ve Given Back
We’ve had a fair bit of interest for the exact list of 51 properties Lembis have “deeded” back to the bank (deeds in lieu of foreclosure), so we did a little digging and are pleased to say we found it. If you have any questions, feel free to ask in the comments below, or better … Continue reading Lembi’s List: The 51 Properties They’ve Given Back
Update: “In The Heart Of Noe”, Marina Style (3917 26th St.)
Thanks to Sammy for letting us all in on the recent price reduction of 3917 26th St from $1,398,000 down to $1,349,000. As we said, “it will be interesting to see how quickly it sells”. The clock is still ticking. –3917 26th St, $1,349,000, 3 bed, 2 bath [MLS]
Lembi’s New Year’s Resolution: Give Back
San Francisco’s largest residential landlord, a voracious acquirer of properties during the boom, has deeded 51 of its apartment buildings back to lender UBS. On Dec. 29, Trophy Properties, one of the limited liability corporations the Lembi Group operates, filed a “deed in lieu of foreclosure” on 20 properties. On Jan. 12, another 31 properties … Continue reading Lembi’s New Year’s Resolution: Give Back
Tour de San Francisco: Duboce Triangle
Another stage of the Tour de San Francisco (real estate) is complete. Today we get to visit Duboce Triangle. Feel free to share your insight about the area, and make sure to tell your friends. –Tour de San Francisco (real estate) [tdsf.blogspot.com] –Duboce Triangle [Stage 52]
Recession: 3, Realtor: 1
A real email exchange from moments ago (edited for privacy, of course): Dear [buyer], Thank you for your emails regarding [some of the condos] we had seen with you and wanting to see them again. We set up some times for Friday from 1-3 pm. Are you available during that time to tour? Sincerely, [Realtor] … Continue reading Recession: 3, Realtor: 1
Zillow Ain’t Got Nothin’ On Cyberhomes, So We Got The Latter
New Year’s resolution #7: “Get the best and most accurate market statistics and data available to you 24/7 from our sidebar site.” You’ve likely noticed light posting on theFrontSteps lately. We have our reasons (yes, the surf has been good), and one of them is that we’ve been working on fulfilling our promises to our … Continue reading Zillow Ain’t Got Nothin’ On Cyberhomes, So We Got The Latter
Can Steve Jobs’ Leave Of Absence Affect SF Real Estate?
Is Steve Jobs so much of a factor that his absence could further derail the economy and possibly even our local real estate market? Certainly Steve Jobs taking a leave of absence until the end of June is not good news for Apple, and not necessarily good news for morale around these parts, but there … Continue reading Can Steve Jobs’ Leave Of Absence Affect SF Real Estate?
Stats & Numbers: San Francisco Single Family Home & Condo Median Price, Sales Rate (DOM), & Supply/Demand December 2006 thru December 2008
You like data? It’s your lucky day. The San Francisco Association of Realtor’s most recent issue of Advantage Online is loaded with pertinent market data and of course we’re bringing it to you. This image below is for San Francisco Median Sales Price Condo and Single Family Residence combined. Click image for the details. The … Continue reading Stats & Numbers: San Francisco Single Family Home & Condo Median Price, Sales Rate (DOM), & Supply/Demand December 2006 thru December 2008
Where Exactly IS The Heart Center Of San Francisco
Having recently done a post on a property that is “in the heart of Noe Valley“, we not only saw a few comments questioning the accuracy of that statement, but received a great email quote from a reader saying, “I think it is closer to the kidney than ‘in the heart’ of Noe.” So we … Continue reading Where Exactly IS The Heart Center Of San Francisco
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
Giant Sized Rumors: Maverick’s Big Wave Surf Contest This Weekend
Surfer: Alex Martins (local SF surfer) Photo: Frank Quirarte With the official site showing “contest could happen any day”, and Surfing Magazine, confirming the Maverick’s Big Wave Surf Contest is back on for 2009, we, the little SF real estate blog, are bringing you first rumors (from very reliable sources) that the 2009 contest may … Continue reading Giant Sized Rumors: Maverick’s Big Wave Surf Contest This Weekend