Marin County, people, places, culture and real-estate
The time has almost arrived! I personally have been very (un)patiently waiting for the opening of Trader Joe’s in Larkspur. I popped by today and found out TJ’s is set to open this Thursday, July 24 at it’s new store location in Larkspur.
What: Trader Joe’s Larkspur opens in Marin
When: Thursday, July 24
Where: 2052 Redwood Highway, Larkspur California 94921
Hours: 9 am- 9pm
Phone: 415-945-7955
More information
Hip, hip, hurray for Marin shoppers!
Troubled homeowners waiting on loan modifications are getting help from the Obama administration. 25 lenders who signed up for the Making Home Affordable program were urged to move faster to help homeowners.
According to the California Association of REALTORS®, the letter sent to the chief executives of these 25 institutions said: “We are asking that all servicers expand servicing capacity and improve the execution quality of loan modifications in order to help the sizable number of homeowners at risk of foreclosure and eligible for the program.”
By August 4, the Obama adminstation wil be issuing monthly reports on lenders’ performance including information on how many loan modifications have been implemented.
For more information about getting a loan modification, check out my series:
Loan Modification 101-the Basics
Searching for open homes in Marin County? The Marin Association of REALTORS® just launched a new website to help the public find open homes in Marin. The site is very easy to use. You can search Marin open homes by city:
You can also search open homes on a map of Marin:
The site just launched today so it might take a little time to get full adoption by real estate agents in Marin County but it will be the primary listing for Marin open homes going forward. The site is specifically limited to homes for sale in Marin.
Check it out at www.marinopenhomes.com.
Farmer’s Markets are a great way to get fresh produce locally grown. Marin County is fortunate to have a number of great farmer’s markets on all different days. These are often great outings as many of them offer live music, games for kids, and a fun social atmosphere in additional to lots of fabulous locally grown produce! Each farmer’s market has its own special flare, so try out more than one. My personal favorite is the Thursday night event in downtown San Rafael.
Corte Madera Farmer’s Market
Fairfax Farmer’s Market
Larkspur Landing Farmer’s Market
Novato Farmer’s Market
San Rafael Farmer’s Market- Civic Center
San Rafael Farmer’s Market- Downtown
Sausalito Farmer’s Market
This market profile is a snapshot of what is happening in Larkspur. Home prices trended down again slightly this week . The number of Larkspur homes for sale has trended up while the days on the market has trended down. The Larkspur market action index remains flat at this point in time, which doesn’t indicate a strong pull for the market in either direction.
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There are currently 31 homes* for sale in Larkspur, California. There are 4 homes under contract. (*single family) |
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| Median List Price | $1,469,000 |
| Highest Priced Home in Larkspur (single family) | $2,895,000 51 Hillcrest, Larkspur |
| Lowest Priced Home in Larkspur (single family) | $750,000 228 Madrone Ave, Larkspur |
| Asking Price per Square Foot | $642 |
| Average Days on Market | 115 |
| Percent of Properties with Price Decrease | 36% |
| Percent Relisted | 6% |
| Median House Size (sq ft) | 2,295 |
| Median Lot Size | 6,501-8,000 Sq. Feet |
| Median Number of Bedrooms | 3.0 |
| Median Number of Bathrooms | 2.5 |
| Market Action Index | 15- Cold! Buyer’s Market |
The Market Action Index answers the question: “How’s the Larkspur Real Estate Market?” By measuring the current rate of sale versus the amount of inventory. Index above 30 implies seller’s market conditions. Below 30, conditions favor the buyer.
Larkspur Real Estate Market Data effective as of June 28, 2009. Data provided by AltosResearch and Bay Area Real Estate Information Services, Inc. Are you a Marin real estate junkie? Sign up to receive very detailed real-time market reports in your email. Just register and let me know which neighborhoods you are interested in. Download a sample report.
This market profile is a snapshot of what is happening in Greenbrae. Home prices remain flat this week. The number of Greenbrae homes for sale and the days on the market are both climbing. The Greenbrae market action index has improved this week, implying increased demand in the Greenbrae real estate market.
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There are currently 21 homes* for sale in Greenbrae, California. There are 7 homes under contract. (*single family) |
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| Median List Price | $1,199,000 |
| Highest Priced Home in Greenbrae (single family) | $2,695,000 26 La Cuesta Drive, Greenbrae |
| Lowest Priced Home in Greenbrae (single family) | $799,000 265 Vista Grande, Greenbrae |
| Asking Price per Square Foot | $544 |
| Average Days on Market | 122 |
| Percent of Properties with Price Decrease | 42% |
| Percent Relisted | 0% |
| Median House Size (sq ft) | 2,168 |
| Median Lot Size | 0.25-0.50 acre |
| Median Number of Bedrooms | 4.0 |
| Median Number of Bathrooms | 2.4 |
| Market Action Index | 16- Cold! Buyer’s Market |
The Market Action Index answers the question: “How’s the Greenbrae Real Estate Market?” By measuring the current rate of sale versus the amount of inventory. Index above 30 implies seller’s market conditions. Below 30, conditions favor the buyer.
Greenbrae Real Estate Market Data effective as of June 28, 2009. Data provided by AltosResearch and Bay Area Real Estate Information Services, Inc. Are you a Marin real estate junkie? Sign up to receive very detailed real-time market reports in your email. Just register and let me know which neighborhoods you are interested in. Download a sample report.
This market profile is a snapshot of what is happening in Kentfield. Home prices remain flat this week, The number of Kentfield homes for sale and the days on the market are both climbing. The Kentfield market action index has been trending down lately, indicating a weakening market.
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There are currently 45 homes* for sale in Kentfield, California. There are 5 homes under contract. (*single family) |
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| Median List Price | $1,799,000 |
| Highest Priced Home in Kentfield (single family) | $9,995,000 126 Cypress, Ave Kentfield |
| Lowest Priced Home in Kentfield (single family) | $875,000 17 Laurel Grove Avenue, Kentfield |
| Asking Price per Square Foot | $715 |
| Average Days on Market | 99 |
| Percent of Properties with Price Decrease | 42% |
| Percent Relisted | 0% |
| Median House Size (sq ft) | 2,988 |
| Median Lot Size | 0.25-0.50 acre |
| Median Number of Bedrooms | 4.0 |
| Median Number of Bathrooms | 3.0 |
| Market Action Index | 8- Cold! Buyer’s Market |
The Market Action Index answers the question: “How’s the Kentfield Real Estate Market?” By measuring the current rate of sale versus the amount of inventory. Index above 30 implies seller’s market conditions. Below 30, conditions favor the buyer.
Kentfield Real Estate Market Data effective as of June 28, 2009. Data provided by AltosResearch and Bay Area Real Estate Information Services, Inc. Are you a Kentfield real estate junkie? Sign up to receive very detailed real-time market reports in your email. Just register and let me know which neighborhoods you are interested in. Download a sample report.
View current Kentfield homes for sale.
This market profile is a snapshot of what is happening in Sausalito for single family homes (condos excluded). Home prices dipped slightly this week, however, in general, home prices in have been moving slightly up in recent weeks . The number of Saualito homes for sale has trended up while the days on the market has remained flat. The Sausalito market action index has improved, indicating mildly positive market conditions for homes in Sausalito.
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There are currently 41 homes* for sale in Sausalito, California. There are 4 homes under contract. (*single family) |
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| Median List Price | $1,995,000 |
| Highest Priced Home in Sausalito (single family) | $18,000,000 51 Wolfback Ridge, Sausalito |
| Lowest Priced Home in Sausalito (single family) | $379,900 15 Dutton Court Sausalito |
| Asking Price per Square Foot | $790 |
| Average Days on Market | 158 |
| Percent of Properties with Price Decrease | 21% |
| Percent Relisted | 3% |
| Median House Size (sq ft) | 2,291 |
| Median Lot Size | 4,501-6,500 Sq. Feet |
| Median Number of Bedrooms | 3.0 |
| Median Number of Bathrooms | 2.5 |
| Market Action Index | 11- Cold! Buyer’s Market |
The Market Action Index answers the question: “How’s the Sausalito Real Estate Market?” By measuring the current rate of sale versus the amount of inventory. Index above 30 implies seller’s market conditions. Below 30, conditions favor the buyer.
Sausalito Real Estate Market Data effective as of June 28, 2009. Data provided by AltosResearch and Bay Area Real Estate Information Services, Inc. Are you a Marin real estate junkie? Sign up to receive very detailed real-time market reports in your email. Just register and let me know which neighborhoods you are interested in. Download a sample report.
This market profile is a snapshot of what is happening in Tiburon. Home prices remain flat this week, however, home prices in Tiburon have continued to rise slightly in recent weeks . The number of Tiburon homes for sale has trended up while the days on the market has remained flat. The Tiburon market action index also remains flat at this point in time.
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There are currently 88 homes* for sale in Tiburon, California. There are 12 homes under contract. (*single family) |
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| Median List Price | $2,635,000 |
| Highest Priced Home in Tiburon (single family) | $8,500,000 140 Antonette Dr, Tiburon |
| Lowest Priced Home in Tiburon (single family) | $810,000 58 Claire Way Tiburon |
| Asking Price per Square Foot | $848 |
| Average Days on Market | 175 |
| Percent of Properties with Price Decrease | 35% |
| Percent Relisted | 5% |
| Median House Size (sq ft) | 3,153 |
| Median Lot Size | 0.25-0.50 acre |
| Median Number of Bedrooms | 4.0 |
| Median Number of Bathrooms | 3.5 |
| Market Action Index | 12- Cold! Buyer’s Market |
The Market Action Index answers the question: “How’s the Tiburon Real Estate Market?” By measuring the current rate of sale versus the amount of inventory. Index above 30 implies seller’s market conditions. Below 30, conditions favor the buyer.
Tiburon Real Estate Market Data effective as of June 28, 2009. Data provided by AltosResearch and Bay Area Real Estate Information Services, Inc. Are you a Marin real estate junkie? Sign up to receive very detailed real-time market reports in your email. Just register and let me know which neighborhoods you are interested in. Download a sample report.
One of the great things about living in California is the abundance of protected outdoor space and state parks. Due to the California budget crisis, Govener Schwarzenegger has proposed to cut almost 80% of the California State Parks. 220 out of the states 279 parks are on the chopping block including Angel Island State Park! View the full list of proposed California State Parks to be closed here.
Interested in taking action? Visit the California State Parks Foundation website.
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