How many of you remember this photo I shared not too long ago? Every hand in the room goes up. How many of you remember the post that went along with it, trying to give YOU first (actually second) dibs on getting this property, and having a say in final finishes and details? Every hand … Continue reading 936 Clayton Is Officially On The Market, And I’m Officially Claiming “You Had Your Chance”
Tag: Luxury Homes
Who Is Tom Perkins And WTF Does He Have To Do With Us
Our recent scoop on the sale of both Grand Penthomes at the Millennium Tower (one that sold to mega millionaire venture capitalist Tom Perkins) has been getting quite a bit of press lately, and oddly enough we received this email today: This is all great [referring to the sale of a ~$9,000,000 condo] I suppose, … Continue reading Who Is Tom Perkins And WTF Does He Have To Do With Us
Both Millennium Tower’s Grand Penthomes Are Sold, Thanks To A Yacht
In news of the top of the world today, we’ve been told both Grand Penthouse Residents on top of Millennium Tower have now been sold (ink is dry, it’s a done deal). Grand Penthouse A (GPHA), which is on the Northwest corner of the building with a nice big patio, closed escrow recently (somewhere around … Continue reading Both Millennium Tower’s Grand Penthomes Are Sold, Thanks To A Yacht
394 Frederick, Before, After, Here And Gone (In Contract After 7 Days): $2,399,000
True, the market tanked. True, average home prices have come down in San Francisco. True, even A+ areas like Noe Valley and Pacific Heights have felt the pinch. False, it is death doom and destruction everywhere. Case in point, 394 Frederick St @ Belvedere in Cole Valley, is an awesome 4 bed, 4 bath, 3173 … Continue reading 394 Frederick, Before, After, Here And Gone (In Contract After 7 Days): $2,399,000
The Scoop: Seven Arden Estates Have Risen from the Earth
Some time ago, I noted the construction in West Portal and asked around the Front Steps for the scoop. Those folks on the steps always know a lot, and more importantly, they like to argue. We had ideas that the construction would yield five- no, six- no, seven- no, eight homes. They were to be made of … Continue reading The Scoop: Seven Arden Estates Have Risen from the Earth
Noe Valley/Cole Valley Over $2 Million Past 12 Months
Have you been wondering what’s been happening in sales for Noe and Cole Valleys for the past 12 months? We have, so we thought we’d share with you too. Apparently it’s not all bad in Noe (according to the San Francisco Chronicle), but can Cole Valley step up to the plate? We think so. Enjoy! … Continue reading Noe Valley/Cole Valley Over $2 Million Past 12 Months
From Mid-Century to Modern, 3577 Pacific Returns (Almost)
The last recorded sale of 3577 Pacific (2 bed, 1.5 baths, on the Presidio wall right across from Julias Kahn Playground) was August 31, 2005 for $2,225,000 and she was definitely a mid-century diamond in the rough. Well…she’s back and she’s looking sweet. She did get a bit bigger, and more modern though. She’s been … Continue reading From Mid-Century to Modern, 3577 Pacific Returns (Almost)
$201,000 Over Asking? We Kid You Not (1941 Leavenworth)
Stranger things have been known to happen. — Just today, 1941 Leavenworth, a 4 bed, 3.5 bath, single family home in Russian Hill, closed escrow for a cool $2,000,000. Asking price, $1,799,000…in this market!? Guess it’s not THAT bad after all. Oh yeah, we forgot to add…six make that eight offers.
Millennium Tower, San Francisco: A walkthrough, a few photos, a little scoop, and my opinion
For those of you that read this San Francisco real estate blog on a regular basis, you’ll know I’ve been watching the progress of many of the new developments around town. One of my favorites happens to be Millennium Tower (301 Mission). Not because I’ve sold many units there, but because it truly stands out … Continue reading Millennium Tower, San Francisco: A walkthrough, a few photos, a little scoop, and my opinion
Walkabout: Los Altos edition and a $7M price reduction (12335 Stonebrook Dr.)
Since we’re on the subject of million dollar price reductions (some more honorable and accurate than others), we got that Wanderlust in us again and couldn’t help but bring you 12335 Stonebrook Dr. (For more detailed pics go here.) “This magnificent home is one of the greatest estates in California” (and they just hacked the … Continue reading Walkabout: Los Altos edition and a $7M price reduction (12335 Stonebrook Dr.)
A long time coming: 235 Broderick hits the MLS, we tried to warn you
Had you been reading theFrontSteps a while ago, June 11th to be exact, you’d have had an opportunity to pick up this developer special at 235 Broderick long before the rest. Now the cat is out of the bag, the chatter has begun, it’s on MLS (listed for exactly the same price the seller’s paid … Continue reading A long time coming: 235 Broderick hits the MLS, we tried to warn you
Our (extended) backyard is getting more affordable, Lake Tahoe luxury real estate takes a dip
It’s not very often that we get excited about a dip in median or average sales price, but when we’re talking our favorite playground and extended backyard, we have to admit we’re a bit giddy. From a recent article in the Reno Gazette Journal: “We had an absolute record-breaking year for the high-end market in … Continue reading Our (extended) backyard is getting more affordable, Lake Tahoe luxury real estate takes a dip
Como Se Dice… Gonzo? 1080 Chestnut #14A, one day on and gone!
One day on, one day off…1080 Chestnut #14A, a 3 bed, 3.5 bath, 2600 square foot co-op sells in contract in a heart beat, somewhere around $4,500,000 (something says off-market deal, which is totally okay by us.) — Sale is pending board approval. –1080 Chestnut #14A [MLS]
St. Regis, 188 Minna #33D, Back on Market!
So you heard me complain, and cry, and moan that my clients missed out on unit 33D at the St. Regis. Well, now it’s back on the market, still $3,695,000, still spectacular, and still available. The buyer, which just so happened to be represented by the seller’s agent as well, has walked (the wife claiming … Continue reading St. Regis, 188 Minna #33D, Back on Market!
Coming Soon: 2950 Vallejo, it’ll only take you $25,000,000
Nestled into, or perched atop (it’s all perspective), one of the most prestigious hills in San Francisco (we’d almost go so far as to say the world), 2950 Vallejo appears to be coming soon…for $25,000,000. From our reader: One of my absolutely favorite houses is hitting the market. You probably already know this, but I … Continue reading Coming Soon: 2950 Vallejo, it’ll only take you $25,000,000
Developer Special (not on market) in Haight Ashbury
We hesitate to provide the address of this property (as always to preserve privacy), but at the same time we feel it our obligation to put out to a larger audience some potential deals that might be right up your alley. Should you, or your friends, be interested in taking this property off the hands … Continue reading Developer Special (not on market) in Haight Ashbury