All Blog Entries by Erika Davito 
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35 Briarwood, Novato - Just Sold!
By: Erika Davito Friday, May 4th, 2012 at 12:46pm. 118 Views, 1 Comments.
My clients are the new proud owners of this lovely 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome located on a private culdesac in the Western Oaks Townhome development in Southern Novato. This home features an open floor plan and views of the Novato hills and San Pablo Bay beyond.
The home sold today for $340,000.
29 Alta Vista, San Rafael - Just Sold!
By: Erika Davito Tuesday, April 10th, 2012 at 8:57am. 177 Views, 0 Comments.
What an amazing buy! I assisted my first time home buyer client in purchasing this charming and updated 2 bedroom 1 bath for $470,000 in a multiple bid situation. This home is perched up on a hill in Happy Valley and has views of Mt. Tamalpais, beautiful dark walnut wood floors, nice backyard and is within walking distance to Whole Foods, Montecito Plaza and the waterfront.
If you are looking to purchase a home in the San Rafael area, and would like to figure out which of the 25+ neighborhoods would be right for you, give me a call.
Get Inspired! Home Remodeling Ideas
By: Erika Davito Wednesday, April 4th, 2012 at 7:43pm. 168 Views, 0 Comments.
modern bathroom design by los angeles architect Griffin Enright Architects
When looking for remodeling ideas, look no further than Houzz. It's the best design web site I have come across in years. In my years of being in residential real estate, I have spent many of draining hours going through design showrooms, home design catalogues and searching online for the perfect products for my remodeling projects. Now that I have found Houzz, I don't need to leave my desk and I can even order the products online in many cases.
Houzz is a forum that brings together cutting edge designers, architects, builders and creative homeowners to share their design ideas with the rest of the world. You can easily search the site…
14 Ranch, Novato - Just Sold!
By: Erika Davito Monday, March 26th, 2012 at 9:16pm. 157 Views, 0 Comments.
After 4 long months of patiently waiting for my client's short sale offer to be approved by the seller's bank, my clients had the pleasure of moving into this wonderful, turn key, townhome near downtown Novato just this past weekend. List price for this 3 bedroom/2bath home with 2car garage - approximately 1,800sqft was $415,000. I negotiated a $405,000 sales price on my buyer's behalf along with a substantial credit towards their closing costs.
The Novato condo / townhome market is hot hot hot right now. If you want to learn more about the Novato condo market, email me or call me. I am happy to share my knowledge with you and assist you in your next home purchase.
Is this a seller's market in Marin?
By: Erika Davito Monday, February 27th, 2012 at 8:06pm. 159 Views, 0 Comments.Well by statistical data, the months of inventory of housing in Marin would indicate that it is a STRONG seller's market in Marin. The number of months it would take for Realtors to sell all of the inventory currently available for sale in Marin is 1.8 months. 4.5 months would be considered a balanced market. Above 4.5 months, the market signs indicate the negotiation power is in the buyer's favor.
With inventory being at an all time low for the last decade, interest rates at historic lows, consumer spending up, global economies trying to correct themselves, technology companies booming, jobless rate decreasing and home sales increasing, buyers are determining this is the time to get into the real estate market. The bottom of the market has…
97 Lakeside, Corte Madera - Just Sold!
By: Erika Davito Wednesday, January 4th, 2012 at 9:39am. 236 Views, 0 Comments.
What a great way to begin the new year! I am pleased to announce my client's successful purchase of this lovely 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with bonus room on the Madera Garden's Lagoon. The final sales price was $1,299,000 and sold on December 30th, 2011.
The lagoon location is one of the most desirable locations in West Corte Madera. Although the lagoon is not attached to the bay, bay water flows in and out of the two landlocked lagoons in Corte Madera. Every year, residents have a 4th of July party on the water. You can swim right off your own dock, fish, kayak and canoe too! I look forward to be included in my client's fun summer parties on the lagoon.
Lastly, did you know that Madera Gardens is so centrailly located that kids can…
4104 Shelter Bay, Mill Valley - Just Sold!
By: Erika Davito Thursday, October 6th, 2011 at 4:38pm. 232 Views, 0 Comments.
What a magical setting! Imagine waking up in the morning to have your breakfast on your waterfront patio while watching the sunrise and sea birds hanging on the dock. This light filled southwest facing 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom waterfront condominium in Shelter Bay just sold for $314,000. This is a great buy for a waterfront view home in Southern Marin.
Shelter Bay is compromised of 107 condominium homes - most with waterfront views. Homeowner association dues are higher than most associations in Marin, but the association is managed well and a lot of amenities are covered. Amenities include; Boat dock, pool, tennis courts, club house, insurance, building maintenance, landscaping, laundry, water, heat, garbage and cable. …
Sustainable Marin! EcoFair Marin this Sunday, 9/4/11
By: Erika Davito Thursday, September 1st, 2011 at 10:07pm. 388 Views, 0 Comments.
This weekend EcoFair Marin is being held on Sunday, September 4th from 10am-7pm at the Marin County Fairgrounds.
Exhibitors include everything from green housing, conservation, urban farming and living a greener lifestyle.
Sampling of demonstration topics:
- Learn how to save water inside and outside your home
- How to build and maintain a School Garden
- Sustainable farming
- Social Media for social good
- Marin Agricultural Land Trust
- How to raise chickens
- Sustainable cooking
- Green home products
And much much more...
There are so many amazing speakers at this event. Check out the event schedule for more details.
Tickets: $5 General Admission. Kids under 17 are FREE!
Transportation options: Spare the air and ride your bike.…
30 Madrone Park Circle, Mill Valley - Lot For Sale
By: Erika Davito Thursday, September 1st, 2011 at 4:34pm. 269 Views, 0 Comments.
Build your dream home in the heart of Homestead Valley. With plenty of room to build, this sunny .35 acre upslope lot offers stunning views of the bay and hills beyond, trail access to open space adjacent to the lot, close proximity to Homestead Valley Community Center and Swimming Pool, close to shopping and public transportation. The lot is located in Unincorporated Mill Valley. Estimated street frontage of 80 feet with utilities on the street. Survey, geo-tech report & house plans included.
Attractively priced at $350,000, this building site presents an opportunity to build your dream home or Green home.
If you interested in learning more about this property, please call me.
34 Park Terrace, Mill Valley - Just Sold!
By: Erika Davito Tuesday, August 30th, 2011 at 1:09pm. 294 Views, 0 Comments.
I am pleased to announce the successful sale of 34 Park Terrace, Mill Valley. This was a short sale with a happy ending for both parties.
This 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath 3 story townhome with a loft sold today for $500,000. What an amazing value. This home would have sold for almost 10% more if the home were presented as a regular sale.
The community of Park Terrace is compromised of 65 townhome units and is located in the heart of Sycamore Park - one of Mill Valley's most coveted neighborhoods. These units are hard to come by, as they don't resale very often. The home owner's association is well run and the dues are low $260/month. Also the location is king! Park Terrace is so centrally located to schools, shops, restaurants, the Mill Valley…