April’s single family homes market in San Francisco was more of the same so far in 2018: fewer new listings and sales, and rising interest rates and sold prices. The rolling three-month median sold price for homes was up 25% over the same period last year. Condo/loft/TIC prices are also Read More
Marin County Real Estate Market Report – April 2018
In spite of very rainy, wet weather, Marin single-family home buyers were buying in March. Median sold prices rose for both homes and condominiums, with homes rising just slightly from $1,461,000 to $1,468,000 and condominiums jumping from $668,000 to $729,000. Single Family Homes: The three-month rolling average median sales price of $1,468,000 is up 9.7% Read More
Napa Valley Real Estate Market Report – April 2018
It might have been March’s very rainy, wet weather that caused Napa’s home and condominium buyers and sellers to temper their actions. It might have been stock market volatility. New home and condominium listings were both down, as were home sales. Condominium sales eked out a very small increase. Sold Read More
San Francisco Real Estate Market: April 2018 Update
In spite of very rainy, wet weather, San Francisco buyers were buying in March, both single-family homes, and condominiums. The median sold price for homes eased off just a bit, from $1,700,000 to $1,687,500, while condos jumped from $1,094,000 to $1,250,000. Likewise, the median sold price per square foot for Read More
What is a TIC? An Explanation of the San Francisco Tenancy In Common
TIC is an acronym for Tenancy In Common (also known as Tenants in Common) and the Brown & Co Group is well known throughout San Francisco for our expertise in the field. After decades of representing Sellers we have often found ourselves explaining to potential buyers, and even their real Read More
Spotlight on Miraloma Park
Rising above San Francisco, Miraloma Park is a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood located just southwest of the City’s geographic center. This hill-top setting affords many homes spectacular views, easy parking, and a low crime rate. The local Miraloma Elementary School is highly rated with test scores ranking well above the state Read More
San Francisco Real Estate Market Update – March 2018
As of the end of February, there were fewer total home, condo and loft sales in the first two months of 2018 than in any of the previous ten years. And while it’s impossible to say exactly what is causing the low number of sales, it is possible that buyer Read More
San Francisco Real Estate Market Update – February 2018
Many separate but connected events occurring in the global, national and local economy may have an impact on the San Francisco real estate market this year, the extent to which is unknown. These include a jump in the inflation rate, increased stock market volatility, the bond market sell-off, the weak Read More
San Francisco Real Estate: 2017 in Review and 2018 Looking Ahead
2017 saw two foundational trends continue in the San Francisco real estate housing market. Prices continued their trend upward while inventory continued its trend downward. It marked the sixth straight year for higher sales prices for both single family homes and condo/loft/TIC’s. Two changes, one already implemented and one in Read More
Making A Move With A Pet
Preparing for a move is a big job. Even if you prepare for months, you may still feel overwhelmed once moving day arrives. Time seems to speed up so that no matter how long you have to pack and get ready, it feels like just a few days. When you Read More
5 Open House Tips for New San Francisco Buyers
Buying a home is a big decision. In San Francisco open houses present a great opportunity to view a property without an appointment. When viewing that property it’s important to know what to look for and make the best use of your time. Here are the tips that I often Read More
San Francisco Real Estate Market Update: December 2017
The November San Francisco real estate market moved along pretty much as expected, with continued low inventory and the majority of properties selling above list price. Condo prices hit an all-time high of $1,230,000. The proposed tax changes are very likely to affect future buyer behavior as they lose purchasing Read More