Before you dive into this list of top 10 Overbids for the week, make sure to check this Underbid of the Decade (former residence of Nicolas Cage). Top 10 Overbids Week ending 4/5/19: Address BR/BA/Units DOM List Price Sold Price Overbid 36 Rico Way 2/2.00/ 22 $999,000 $1,575,000 57.66% 446 Hearst Avenue 1/1.00/N/A 26 $899,000 … Continue reading Overbids, $6MM Underbid, Pocket Listings, And Everything You Need For A Friday…
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Off Market Single Family Home | Central Richmond | $2,000,000
True off market opportunity here. Property Details: $2,000,000 Circa 1922 Edwardian 3 bed 2 bath Remodeled Hardwood floors Formal Entry Master Suite w/ en suite bathroom and steam shower Formal Living Room w/ wood burning fireplace Formal Dining Room Remodeled Kitchen (with access to deck and plumbed gas bbq) Media Room which opens to sun … Continue reading Off Market Single Family Home | Central Richmond | $2,000,000
Historic Penthouse With One of the Largest Private Terraces in San Francisco | $16,000,000
Seems to be the week for historic properties – this time, it’s the famous city landmark, the Clay Jones building (1250 Jones St.) and it’s offering its stunning 2-level penthouse with many incredible features. Perhaps the greatest of these is its exquisite 500 sq. ft. private terrace – one of the largest in the city. … Continue reading Historic Penthouse With One of the Largest Private Terraces in San Francisco | $16,000,000
Before You Think San Francisco Gets Eaten Alive By More Tech Millionaires, Read This
By now, many of you have not only seen, but forwarded and asked us about this recent New York Times article, Thousands of New Millionaires Are About to Eat San Francisco Alive. There’s been a podcast on NPR about it (Upcoming Tech IPOs Already Influencing Bay Area Real Estate), the real estate forums are lighting … Continue reading Before You Think San Francisco Gets Eaten Alive By More Tech Millionaires, Read This
You Win Some (326 Capp), You Lose Some (3825 19th), And We Have Something For You
Just when I get quoted in the Chronicle saying the market is “Totally Random” this happens… Well, technically the “totally random” quote came partly because of my experience getting a buyer in contract 4 weeks ago on this amazing home at 326 Capp (by way of beating out 7 other offers). We finally closed that … Continue reading You Win Some (326 Capp), You Lose Some (3825 19th), And We Have Something For You
SF Home Prices Grow Whopping 69% Over Last Five Years (Infographic Fun)
It will come as no surprise that San Francisco is among the top three cities that showed the highest home price growth in North America over the last five years. At 69% SF came in 3rd. Detroit, MI saw the largest leap with a staggering increase of 97% (nearly double!) and Surrey, B.C. Canada is … Continue reading SF Home Prices Grow Whopping 69% Over Last Five Years (Infographic Fun)
He lives in the City…plays in the City…works in the City.
Because Yelp (and their b.s. algorithms) continue to hide these amazingly kind and awesome testimonials from clients who take the time to share a few words, and because I have to share this stuff to keep food on the table and shoes on the feet, have a look at what my two most recent clients … Continue reading He lives in the City…plays in the City…works in the City.
New Website, Market Update, $53+ Million in Sales, and of Course, Overbids – Welcome Back to theFrontSteps
It’s been a while since I’ve done any blogging of significance here on theFrontSteps, and it may be a while longer before things really start ramping up, but things are definitely looking good for the future. I’m still very much here, and very active in our market…In fact I closed over $53,000,000 in sales last … Continue reading New Website, Market Update, $53+ Million in Sales, and of Course, Overbids – Welcome Back to theFrontSteps
SOLD | 1662 Page St. | Haight Ashbury | $1,660,000
We got it done! On the market, off the market, price reduced, in contract, out of contract, back on market, price increased, off the market, in contract, SOLD! It went something like that. Market hiccup and all, we got it done. Contact us for details. — Grand scale, turn of the century Victorian Condominium on … Continue reading SOLD | 1662 Page St. | Haight Ashbury | $1,660,000
SOLD | 1366 Turk #1A | Western Addition | $925,000
This might be a sign of things to come, but I’m pleased to report my client recently closed on this cool loft in Western Addition (Fillmore) area of town for $925,000, from an original list price of…wait for it…$1,495,000. Yeah, nuts. There is a story. If you want it, contact me for the details. –1366 … Continue reading SOLD | 1366 Turk #1A | Western Addition | $925,000
Just Sold | 1476 Pacific Ave | Russian Hill | $2,300,000
Originally listed at $2,695,000, closed on 12/31 for $2,300,000 (you read that right…$395,000 below original list), this amazingly awesome and unique home at 1476 Pacific Ave in Russian Hill is the perfect fit for my clients, and they couldn’t be happier. Moving trucks are on their way, dinner parties are being planned, furniture is going … Continue reading Just Sold | 1476 Pacific Ave | Russian Hill | $2,300,000
Hip Hayes Valley Half Pad Asking $449,500
This 2 bed, 2 bath at 829 Oak St #B looks great right? It is actually. It’s really sweet. But it’s not selling. So what do you do when you can’t sell something for $900,000 in San Francisco? You should know this by now. You reduce the price. In this case, by half. Get out … Continue reading Hip Hayes Valley Half Pad Asking $449,500
$1 for $1 Match When You Donate To Protect Our Winters
In case you don’t follow me on Instagram, I thought I’d share this “Giving Tuesday” pledge here too, after all, ’tis the season of giving, and I’m giving $2500 to Protect Our Winters (POW). I want you to give too, so I can match your donations (up to another $2500)! Spread the word, check out … Continue reading $1 for $1 Match When You Donate To Protect Our Winters
Supremely Located West Portal Home Sells For $2,500,000
Pleased to report the recent sale of this fantastic West Portal Home: Beautifully renovated Mediterranean-inspired home has a style and feel that is absolutely unique and special. The spacious lot (124′ frontage) creates a great floor plan with lots of natural light and privacy. Perfect home for entertaining with open chef’s kitchen, dramatic living and … Continue reading Supremely Located West Portal Home Sells For $2,500,000
Is Now A Good Time To Buy In San Francisco? Five Reasons Why The Answer Is YES
…as a follow up to my Market post yesterday, and to answer the age-old question everyone asks, “Is it a good time to buy?”, take it from the head honcho of Keller Williams in San Francisco, and me…the answer is a solid yes. His thoughts are my thoughts exactly, but since he states it so … Continue reading Is Now A Good Time To Buy In San Francisco? Five Reasons Why The Answer Is YES
San Francisco Real Estate Market Report November 2018
Midterms have passed and the Democrats have taken back control of the House, effective January 1st. It remains to be seen if they will attempt to reinstate full deductibility of homeowners’ mortgage interest, which could help keep San Francisco home prices trending upwards. Over the past four weeks, the stock market has had significant gyrations, … Continue reading San Francisco Real Estate Market Report November 2018