Marin Real Estate Blog 
12 Esmeyer Drive, San Rafael - Open House Today!
By: Renee Adelmann Sunday, May 5th, 2013 at 8:27am. 186 Views, 0 Comments.
Looking for a charming, updated and move-in ready home in San Rafael? If so, don't miss my new listing at 12 Esmeyer Dr in San Rafael which will be open to the public for the first time this Sunday (May 5, 2013) from 1-4pm.
Offered for sale at $765,000, 12 Esmeyer Drive is a single-story California ranch style home conveniently located in San Rafael's Terra Linda neighborhood. Property features include:
- 3 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms,
- Upgraded custom kitchen with farmhouse sink, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas range and bartop with seating,
- Remodeled bathrooms,
- Hardwood flooring and designer paint colors throughout,
- Amazing front landscaping with a private courtyard patio and lush gardens,
- Located in the desirable Dixie…
70 Chester, Fairfax - Contemporary Home Open Sunday!
By: Renee Adelmann Sunday, May 5th, 2013 at 8:09am. 102 Views, 0 Comments.
I wanted to let you know that my new listing at 70 Chester Avenue in Fairfax is going to be open to the public for the first time today (5/5/2013) from 1-4pm.
Offered for sale at $800,000, 70 Chester Ave is a wonderful contemporary home located near downtown Fairfax which features:
- 3 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms,
- Open floorplan with vaulted ceilings and walls of glass,
- Hardwood floorsand other tasteful updates throughout,
- Private deck and yard space.
- Walking distance to dining, coffee shops, Good Earth Grocery and more.
Contact me at 415-342-4537 to schedule a showing of 70 Chester Avenue or simply swing by the open house today to preview the home. You can also utilize the Marin Modern Real Estate website to learn more about real estate in…
The Marin Real Estate Market: Bubble or Recovery
By: Anastasia Sheldon Tuesday, April 30th, 2013 at 12:52pm. 203 Views, 0 Comments.We are seeing tremendous market corrections. While the rest of the country is also seeing an uptick, the SF Bay Area is having a meteoric rise in prices.
Almost weekly, a someone asks, "What is causing the steep rise in prices?".
The difference in a nutshell: jobs.
Interest rates are great nationally and local inventory is low- now that the distressed properties are drying up.
However, the biggest difference that sets the Bay Area a part: Bay Area companies began outfitting for hiring two years ago by acquiring office space and building out those spaces. Technology, Investment and Medical Science sectors were poised to hire by early 2012.
By Spring of 2012, new recruits began to look for housing in San Francisco and further…
Mortgage Financing with Foreclosures, Short Sales, and Bankruptcies
By: Nicholas Ballard Friday, April 26th, 2013 at 1:15pm. 297 Views, 0 Comments.In the wake of the financial crisis and recent recession, millions of would-be homebuyers with foreclosures, short sales, or bankruptcies listed in their credit histories naturally wonder as to their prospects for new mortgage financing. Since lending requirements vary from product to product (such as conventional to FHA) and because investor guidelines are in constant flux, there is no easy answer as to which options a given borrower may have. Another complicating factor is "lender overlays." These are additional requirements that lenders routinely impose on the loans they underwrite in an effort to manage portfolio risk. Examples range from higher credit scores, limitations to loan sizes, increased assets, etc., and these will be adjusted…
40 Tamalpais, Modern in Mill Valley - Just Sold!
By: Renee Adelmann Thursday, April 25th, 2013 at 7:37am. 163 Views, 0 Comments.
I assisted my buyer clients with the purchase of this newly-constructed modern home at 40 Tamalpais which was located in the highly-desirable Middleridge neighborhood of Mill Valley.
Sold for $3,775,000, this custom-built home featured:
- 4 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms home plus a seperate inlaw unit,
- Custom kitchen with Miele appliances,
- Custom bathrooms with HansGrohe appliances,
- Walls of glass which open to a flat yard with firepit and ample room for relaxing & entertaining,
- Elevator access from house to garage,
- Views of the surrounding lush green hills,
- Walking distance to downtown Mill Valley.
I enjoyed working with my clients and assisting them with the purchase of a modern home in Marin County. Contact me if I can assist you with…
96 Golden Hinde Boulveard in San Rafael - Sold!
By: Renee Adelmann Thursday, April 25th, 2013 at 7:19am. 153 Views, 0 Comments.
I was happy to represent my clients with the sale of their courtyard-style Eichler Home at 96 Golden Hinde Boulevard, San Rafael, CA 94903.
Located in the Terra Linda neighborhood of San Rafael, I listed, staged and aggressively marketed this updated 3 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Eichler home which received multiple offers and sold for $855,000.
Contact me directly at 415-EICHLER if you are interested in buying or selling an Eichler home. I've got unmatched knowledge of the market for both current and upcoming Eichler listings and would welcome the opportunity to put my experience as the #1 Agent for Sold Eichler Homes for the past 5+ years to work for you!
Renee Adelmann, Realtor & Eichler Homeowner
Phone: 415-EICHLER (415-342-4537)
Pricing and Preparing Your Marin Home for Sale
By: Janis Peterson Monday, April 22nd, 2013 at 4:55pm. 198 Views, 0 Comments.Determining the list price for your home is as much of an art as a science. There is no exact formula, simply a range within which the sale price of your house will fall. At any given time there are four factors that affect the sale of your home:
- Location is the single most important factor in determining the value of your home. It's true, location, location, location. Sought after school district, view home, walkability to a town, proximity to parks, shopping and freeway acess, etc.
- Condition of the property affects the price and speed of the sale. Prospective buyers often make purchases based on emotion, so first impressions do count. Optimizing the appearance of your home will maximize the buyer's perception of…
146 Marina Vista in Larkspur - JUST SOLD!
By: Janis Peterson Thursday, April 18th, 2013 at 8:22am. 164 Views, 0 Comments. 
I had the pleasure of representing the buyer on a very unique property in Larkspur. A contemporary home with floor to ceiling windows and an open loft nestled in the hills; it has views of the Bay and the lights at night. It is minutes to downtown Larkspur and Corte Madera and backs to Baltimore Canyon open space. It truly is a special home for a special buyer at an unbelieveable price for Larkspur - $661,000.
If you are looking for a knowledgeable and experienced realtor to help you buy or sell a home, give me a call. I would be happy to assist you.
Janis Peterson, Realtor, 415-271-3109 or Janis@MarinModern.com
257 Roundtree Way, San Rafael - Just Listed!
By: Janis Peterson Tuesday, April 16th, 2013 at 3:42pm. 228 Views, 0 Comments.
New Listing! Single level condo in Marinwood with 2 bedrooms/1 bath at the end of a cul d sac. Great location, feels like a free standing unit with a private garden entrance. When you enter the front gate, there's a large, tiled patio. Inside you'll find Bamboo flooring throughout except for tile in the kitchen and bathroom, the fireplace has been refaced with stone, there is track lighting and air conditioning was added a few years ago. It has been recently painted and is ready for a new owner to move in and enjoy. Roundtree is a PUD (Planned Unit Development), located in the Dixie School District with easy access to 101 and shopping. There is a very nice clubhouse and pool. The first open house will be Sunday, April 21st from…
JUST SOLD! 751 Fawn Drive, San Anselmo
By: Annalise Demuth Saturday, April 13th, 2013 at 8:36am. 202 Views, 0 Comments.
Just Sold! A fantastic Montauk style beach house perched on the tip of the ridge between San Anselmo and Terra Linda with views stretching across the San Pablo Bay. My clients got a SCREAMEN deal on this house and are very excited to be migrating from blustery New York to warm Marin County. This house boasted 4+ bedrooms, a game room, pool, a seperate guest cottage with bath and a half acre. Because of the circumstances of the seller, this transaction required patience, skill, expectation management and compromise. I'm proud that my hard work and patience helped my clients (and friends) transition to their new life of outdoor activities, marin county lifestyle and slowing down from NY time to CA time. Congratualtions!