March Madness Starts Early In San Francisco | Overbids That Will Make You Freak


On this rainy March Friday as you sit and wonder about the world outside, what better than some jaw-dropping Overbids to rattle your mental cage. Top of the list this week is 4027 Clement Street, a very awesome little house in the Outer Richmond with a certain “je ne sais quoi” that took it next … Continue reading March Madness Starts Early In San Francisco | Overbids That Will Make You Freak

San Francisco Single Family Real Estate Appreciation since 2011


The information below is provided by Paragon Real Estate Group, enjoy: In the last 5 years, San Francisco real estate market rebounded and went crazy hot, but how much did it really appreciate? Below is a great analysis from Paragon that shows you the data using median sales price. This post is specific to houses, … Continue reading San Francisco Single Family Real Estate Appreciation since 2011

Maximum Overbid Of The Week | Embrace The Chaos


This home on 43rd Ave just sold $331,000 over asking, and takes this week’s top spot on the top 10 San Francisco Overbids. But let’s look deeper into what’s going on here. You might be wondering why I chose the amazing picture of pro surfer Damien Hobgood getting burned by some random guy as this … Continue reading Maximum Overbid Of The Week | Embrace The Chaos

San Francisco Real Estate Market Mid-Year Report


Home Price Appreciation Rates; Prices, Cost & Affordability; Dollar per Square Foot; Interest Rates; Sales Price to List Price Ratio Bay Area Appreciation Rates since 2011 Combined House & Condo Median Sales Prices Besides the general economic recovery, there are other factors in different counties affecting home price increases over the past 4 years: 1) … Continue reading San Francisco Real Estate Market Mid-Year Report

SOLD | 624 46th Ave | Outer Richmond


I am pleased to announce the successful buyer representation on this awesome ocean view home in the Outer Richmond at 624 46th Ave. The day it came on the market my client sent me a text, and I got him in a couple hours later. While I was standing on the bluff checking the surf, … Continue reading SOLD | 624 46th Ave | Outer Richmond

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

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

Rip Curl Pro Search San Francisco Surf Contest


Don’t be fooled by other agents trying to sell you an ocean view home on the Great Highway. That would be a monumental waste of money if your purchase is based on proximity to the contest. The Rip Curl Search San Francisco is supposed to happen at the north end of Ocean Beach often referred … Continue reading Rip Curl Pro Search San Francisco Surf Contest

What’s Happening In The Richmond District Of San Francisco


Every so often we come across blogs that are worthy of a plug, and the Richmond District Blog is one such blog. It is well written, a good source of information, fun, and easy on the eyes (not loaded with a bunch of crap and web design mistakes). Take a look, bookmark it, and be … Continue reading What’s Happening In The Richmond District Of San Francisco

Another Reason to Love Living Here: The Heights


Fridays are for less serious real estate topic-age, so here is a meaningless poll and a tribute to another characteristic that makes SF unique. Riding my bike through the Presidio last Saturday, I decided to cruise Presidio Heights. And oh my, the elevation-  in status, I mean. It’s dizzying. The homes are palatial, complete with … Continue reading Another Reason to Love Living Here: The Heights

Tuesday In The Avenues (442 41st Avenue Open 11-12:30)


It’s another fine Tuesday upon us. Yesterday’s stock market rally may put a glimmer of hope in everyone’s eyes, and what better way to celebrate than with a tour of a great house we just put on the market. It is officially a “broker tour” open house today, but we’re inviting all of our readers … Continue reading Tuesday In The Avenues (442 41st Avenue Open 11-12:30)

If you want $1.2M, then why (the f-bomb) don’t you ask $1.2M!?


As you know, I was a bit out of the loop lately in regards to San Francisco real estate, and forced to get my updates from a few other sources out there, like the New York Times, San Francisco Chronicle, Bloomberg, the Wall Street Journal, Business Week, Business Times, and sooooo many other “sources”. My … Continue reading If you want $1.2M, then why (the f-bomb) don’t you ask $1.2M!?

Battle Royale: Outer Richmond or Outer Sunset/Parkside…if you had to choose


Our last attempt at a healthy discussion as to whether you’d choose Pacific Heights or the Marina kind of took a turn for the worse when comments got a little heated and were taken a bit personally, but that isn’t stopping us from trying again. So…if you had to choose, Outer Richmond or Outer Sunset/Parkside, … Continue reading Battle Royale: Outer Richmond or Outer Sunset/Parkside…if you had to choose

$1.46MM on 46th Avenue: $65,000 over, $35,000 under, or $1000 over?


How this one slipped through the cracks we’ll never know, but we thought you’d like to see a nice before and after of 838 46th Ave., and get a little scoop. Then help us decide if it sold $65,000 over, $35,000 under, or $1000 over. Before: After: Scoop: Originally listed in January for $1,395,000 this … Continue reading $1.46MM on 46th Avenue: $65,000 over, $35,000 under, or $1000 over?