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San Francisco Bay's only private island hits the real estate market
Purportedly won in a bet, the Bay Area's only private island is up for sale with an asking price of $25 million. A tour of one of Chris Lim's real estate listings in the San Francisco Bay Area requires a trip on the water. As the former president of Christie's International Real Estate, he's had his fair share of unique listings. "I've been selling real estate for 21 years. I love a really interesting challenge," he said. "A fire house, a church, a parking spot." But a $25,000,000 private island? "This is my very first," he said. Lim is the listing...
Spectacular gated family compound with 4 separate parcels totaling over 21+ acres
Nestled in the foothills of Mt. Diablo. Main home is a grand Victorian estate with absolute attention to every detail throughout this 4435 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, loft, attic bonus playroom and finished basement. The grounds include lush gardens, solar heated pool, spa, built in BBQ/outdoor kitchen and Gazebo w/fireplace. Huge shop with a 2-bedroom,1 full bath apartment. Playground, chickencoop, covered RV parking, 4-stall barn with paddocks, tack & feed storage. Next parcel has a charming log home with 1654sq.ft. 2 bedrooms (one on main level) plus loft, 2 baths, 1-car garage + carport. Private fenced garden, play area. Enjoy beautiful views from every window and from the wonderful front deck. This parcel also has a covered 125 x 60 arena perfect for most riding disciplines. You could not build all of this today for the price. Sold with all 4 lots. Enjoy as one incredible estate or sell off the log cabin home and or possibly build on the 2 other vacant lots. Endless possibilities and upside. Several wells with combined 55 gallons of water in the holding tanks. Seasonal spring. Seasonal creek. Property is completely fenced. Private and secluded yet minutes to downtown. 1980 Curry Canyon Rd., Clayton, CA • $3,250,000.
San Francisco benefits from housing law that streamlines approval
SAN FRANCISCO - To address the state's housing crisis, California enacted a Statewide Housing Plan in 2022. It says that every city and county must build its share of new homes to meet a total of 2.5 million new homes the state estimates it will need by 2031. San Francisco's part of the job is to build 82,000 units by the same deadline.
40 Acres of Complete Seclusion & Privacy Surrounded by Parklands
Spectacular mountain views from every window and corner of the property! Complete seclusion & privacy. Gated entrance with a bridge over seasonal creek leads to a winding driveway that takes you to the main estate, proudly perched on a knoll w/a grand gated entrance. The circular parking court is ideal for extensive guest parking. The estate’s design accommodates both formal & family friendly settings. When you enter you are greeted w/a sweeping staircase, the formal office (or 6th bdrm), formal living room w/fireplace. The expansive kitchen will delight any chef w/built in SS side by side fridge freezer, walk in pantry, gas range, ovens, large island ideal for casual meals or entertaining. Open to sun filled breakfast nook and family room with fireplace & wall of windows. Impressive primary suite w/reading nook & gas fp. Ensuite with sizable walk in closet w/wall for extensive shoe collection & central island dresser, soaking tub surrounded by windows, dual sinks, walk in shower. 4 other generous sized guest bdrms, work out & craft rms. Bonus rm w/pellet stove, bar & pool table. Opens to covered patios, decks, pool & spa & lit sports court. Additional gated Approx. 10,000 sqft shop w/3 bays & fully appointed 2 bd,1bth ADU. Bring all of your toys, car collection & animals. 6445 Morgan Territory Road, Clayton, CA • $2,900,000.
Berkeley housing prices projected to increase next year, mirroring Bay Area trends
With the median price for a single-family home in the Bay Area reaching $1.46 million in May — a 12% increase from last year that nears a record $1.5 million median price set in April 2022 — Berkeley’s housing market remains an outlier with its current decline in prices.
Index for Bay Area Home Values Ticks Up, YOY Gain Slows
Having ticked up 2.6 percent in March, the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Index for single-family home values within the San Francisco Metropolitan Area (i.e., “San Francisco,” which includes the East Bay, North Bay and Peninsula) ticked up another 2.0 percent in April, albeit with some seasonality still in play.
San Francisco's Wage Growth Outpaces Rising Rents, Offering a Silver Lining Amid Nationwide Housing Struggles
Likely welcomed by residents from one of the nation's most expensive cities, a new report reveals that wages in San Francisco are now rising faster than rent. The detailed analysis showed a significant wage increase of 9.97% from 2022 to 2023, dwarfing a more modest rent rise of just 0.73% during the same period. This creates a notable 9.23% gap between the growth rates of wages and rent, signaling a rare but welcome shift for the city's residents according to ConsumerAffairs.
Real Estate Listing Agent in Larkspur, CA – Oliver Burgelman – Marks 21 Years of Market Expertise
Oliver Burgelman, an experienced real estate listing agent in Larkspur, CA, is celebrating 21 years of outstanding service in the real estate industry. His journey has been marked by an unwavering dedication to his clients and an in-depth understanding of the local market dynamics. Since beginning his career at Zephyr Real Estate and later transitioning to Vanguard Properties, Oliver has consistently leveraged his vast experience to benefit his clients in every transaction.
Personal insights on finding the perfect Realtor
CLAYTON, CA (July 1, 2024) — Buying or selling a home is one of the most significant decisions you’ll ever make, and having the right Realtor by your side can make all the difference. As someone who has navigated the real estate market both personally and professionally, I’d...
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