SOLD | 2188 15th Street | Duboce Triangle


I’m happy to report my wonderful clients, and now friends, have recently been victorious with their offer in an incredibly competitive market, and can now call 2188 15th Street their home. It was a long hard battle submitting offers on multiple properties only to have their hopes smashed like so many buyers in San Francisco. … Continue reading SOLD | 2188 15th Street | Duboce Triangle

Liquefaction Zones Of San Francisco’s Marina District


I have a great listing currently for sale at 1487 Chestnut Street (corner Gough & Chestnut) here in San Francisco, and of the 50 or so people I actually had the chance to speak with at yesterday’s Open House, all of them (not kidding) asked if this property is built on landfill, and thus in … Continue reading Liquefaction Zones Of San Francisco’s Marina District

For Sale | 1487 Chestnut Street | Marina District | $849,000


When it comes to real estate, there is location, but when it comes to 1487 Chestnut Street and being lucky enough to call this property home, there is location, location, location. Situated on the corner of Chestnut and Gough streets in an area of the Marina deemed NOT on landfill, this quintessential top floor, corner … Continue reading For Sale | 1487 Chestnut Street | Marina District | $849,000

Quick Sales For More Money


It’s official, when you list your property for sale with me, you can expect a faster sale, and more over asking than the city average. It’s an art I have mastered via great staging, awesome marketing, a wide internet and “social” reach, timing, and a feel for how each transaction should transpire. If you’re contemplating … Continue reading Quick Sales For More Money

For Sale | Designer Condo | Hip Location | $779,000


Situated within the Beideman Historic district of San Francisco’s Western Addition Neighborhood, just steps from the bustling shops and restaurants of the Divisadero and Fillmore corridors (think NOPA, Bi-Rite, The Mill, State Bird Provisions, Japan Town, and so many more), and a chip shot away from Alamo Square and Alta Plaza Park, this spacious 2 … Continue reading For Sale | Designer Condo | Hip Location | $779,000

New Year, New Beginning?


Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a great holiday and New Year’s celebration. Let’s kick off the 2015 blogging with some Stats & Numbers via sfnewsletter, which focuses on the past three years of real estate market activity, as well as a look way back to the 1980’s (were you born yet?), and some … Continue reading New Year, New Beginning?

“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”

Which Neighborhoods Have Appreciated Most And Why – sfnewsletter


I just published a new issue of sfnewsletter, and it’s loaded with info, including the oh-so precious list of Recent Sales, Listings, Overbids, Underbids, and Still Availables (properties on the market 30+ days). Have a look, and enjoy. –sfnewsletter 12/12/14

SOLD (In One Day) | 192 Seal Rock Dr. #2 – Outer Richmond


Remember when I said, “Something tells me this property won’t last long, so don’t drag your feet“? I wasn’t kidding. We put this on MLS Monday for $659,000, received two cash (pre-emptive) offers on Tuesday, and we closed for $735,000 today…not bad for an Outer Richmond 853 square foot, one bedroom TIC. There is an … Continue reading SOLD (In One Day) | 192 Seal Rock Dr. #2 – Outer Richmond

What SF Home-Buyers Bought in 2014


Penthouses, Probates, Lofts, Mansions & Fixer-Uppers How many San Francisco home sales were Victorians, Edwardians or Art Deco? Condos in doorman buildings? Artist live-work lofts? Probate or distressed sales? Without parking? Under $500,000? Over $5 million? Tenant occupied? Had Golden Gate or Bay Bridge views? What were the oldest house sale, the biggest condo sale … Continue reading What SF Home-Buyers Bought in 2014

Cole Valley Property Gets 30 Offers


Because one offer isn’t enough, 135 Parnassus (a teeny – tiny 1192 sqft, 2 bed, 1 bath condo) in the heart center of Cole Valley, just blew the roof off of reality. Sure, priced crazy low at $799,000 (actually, I would have priced it similarly because it did have some issues), but still…30 offers? Come … Continue reading Cole Valley Property Gets 30 Offers

For Sale | 192 Seal Rock Dr. #2 | Outer Richmond


I’m claiming this as the best one bedroom ocean view property as far West as you can get in San Francisco, and here’s why: Situated in San Francisco’s Outer Richmond District, this magnificent property is literally on the edge of nature, National Parks, hiking/running trails (Land’s End Coastal Trail considered by many to be the … Continue reading For Sale | 192 Seal Rock Dr. #2 | Outer Richmond

Sold | San Jose – 1071 Parkinson Ct


SF market is crazy, and I am familiar with the market inside out being in the middle of it for 12 years. Last month, I made an attempt to take a look at the other side of the Silicon Valley, and here’s a little story about a house. Located just blocks away from the San … Continue reading Sold | San Jose – 1071 Parkinson Ct

Some Recent Sales & New Listings For San Francisco


Address BR/BA/Units DOM List Price Sold Price 250 King St 1/1.00/882 50 $649,000 $649,000 95 McCoppin St 1/1.00/E401 26 $585,000 $685,000 150 Randall St 3/2.00/N/A 32 $1,599,000 $1,579,000 1258 York St 3/2.50/ 32 $1,479,000 $1,500,000 949 Vienna St 2/2.00/N/A 31 $599,000 $720,000 344 Hermann St 2/1.00/ 14 $925,000 $1,215,000 818 Van Ness Ave 1/1.00/503 25 … Continue reading Some Recent Sales & New Listings For San Francisco

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