Real Estate Update Although real estate tends to slow during November, news remains good as pending home sales have risen for 17 consecutive months on a year-over-year basis. According to Lawrence Yun, chief economist for the National Association of Realtors, existing-home sales in 2012 will total close to 4.6 million, an increase of 9% over 2011. With reports of lower unemployment rates, sales of existing homes are projected to rise at an average of about 9% next year too. Prices are rising in many areas of the United States. With a ...

The Fall 2012 edition of the Portola Valley Post has been published on the Town's website. Here is a LINK.

Our Los Altos Hills listing is featured on Luxury Portfolio's blog. Check it out HERE!

When you choose a home you choose a neighborhood! Situated in the coveted community of Ladera, this remodeled home offers an open floor that lends itself to both everyday living and entertaining. Ample natural light and stunning garden views from every room create the perfect living environment. Additionally, this home is ideally located to take advantage of Portola Valley's open spaces while remaining in close proximity to the many amenities of the Ladera shopping center and several commute routes. Enjoy tennis, swimming, and family ...

A masterpiece in modern design, this home portrays the ultimate in contemporary style on a setting overlooking sweeping views of the San Francisco Bay, Silicon Valley, and western hills. Expressions of modern architecture appear at every turn with crisp white smooth walls, contrasting hardwood floors from South America, and a profusion of recessed lighting professionally arranged for the display of fine art. Tremendous walls of glass, many with automatic shades, provide a seamless connection to the outdoors where sun-swept terraces, a ...

Featuring a panoramic bay view that will leave you awestruck day after day, this property is truly a rare opportunity. It provides a private and serene setting remaining close to downtown Los Altos. Whether you choose to move right in, remodel, or rebuild the possibilities this property offers are endless. More details can be found HERE. We will be hosting a broker tour on Friday, September 21st from 9:30 am to 1:00pm. An open house is scheduled for Sunday, September 23rd from 1:30 to 4:30pm.

There has been a lot of news lately about our local real estate market and for a change, it is not just about Palo Alto! CNBC recently highlighted the communities of Saratoga, Los Altos and Burlingame as reporting some of the biggest increases in sales prices. But, all of our local communities are reporting that sales are up, inventory is down and prices are increasing. Also on the news front, it was mentioned that our most recent increase in sales is not solely attributed to those in the technology sector. Many of our buyers are coming ...

When you choose a home you choose a neighborhood! Rarely will you come across the opportunity to enjoy the perfect combination of home and community. Located on a tree-lined street in the wonderful Willows neighborhood of Menlo Park this ranch-style home offers an ideal setting for the California lifestyle. This home may bring your house hunting to an end! More details can be found HERE. We will be hosting a broker tour on Turesday, September 11th from 9:30 am to 1:00pm. An open house is scheduled for Sunday, September 16th from 1:30 to ...

The ideal home for the idyllic neighborhood of Southgate! This charming Tudor-style bungalow is overflowing with character, and is situated in one of Palo Alto’s most desirable neighborhoods. Comprised of an eclectic assortment of homes framed by narrow tree-lined streets, Southgate offers a special living environment in a convenient location. This home is ideally located to take advantage of Palo Alto’s many amenities including Stanford University, Caltrain, Peers Park and shopping at Town & Country and along California Avenue. Enjoy the ...

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Presenting the classic style of Palo Alto, this spacious downtown property offers two separate living quarters with ample flexibility – live in one and rent the other, rent both units, or possibly convert to a single-family residence (buyer to confirm with the City of Palo Alto). Updated and remodeled with a total living space of 1,746 square feet, each residence is bright and inviting with 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a spacious living room, and eat-in kitchen – plus the added bonus of a 3-car detached garage and offstreet parking – the ultimate for ...

We all know Las Vegas as one of the poster children of the housing bubble. Here is a fascinating compilation of NASA satillite image of the sprawl Las Vegas has experienced since 1972. I know it hs nothing to do with Bay Area real estate, but it is still fascinating ... or terrifying.

Situated in a wonderful San Mateo neighborhood, this charming remodeled ranch-style home offers the ideal combination of home and community. It provides an open and spacious floorplan that is ideal for everyday living, as well as entertaining. Its location provides easy access to many of San Mateo’s most desirable offerings. Approximately 1,640 square feet of living space situated on a lot of approximately 6,710 square feet Four bedrooms and two remodeled bathrooms The spacious master suite features French doors leading to the rear ...

We've just listed a wonderful Menlo Park property, and we will be open Sunday afternoon between 1:30 and 4:30 pm! This home presents modern Craftsman appeal in a tranquil setting beneath towering redwoods. An inviting front porch is the perfect introduction to the chic and sophisticated interiors with beautiful hardwood floors, plantation shutters, and a crisp clean palette of colors. The two-story floor plan includes 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms plus a detached guest house with full kitchen and bath. An enchanting rear patio plus access to ...