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SFResidence.com - Sophisticated San Francisco Living
April 2, 2007
Hello from Janis!

Last month we told you that signs of a great spring market were in the air for San Francisco real estate! We were right! Our office has the biggest market share of listings and sales for the City. And our weekly sales activity has shown pending sales outnumbering new listings anywhere from 2 to 3 times for the past several months. (You can check our blog and look for the reports which are published every Wednesday or Thursday entitled "TRI Coldwell Banker San Francisco real estate statistics ".)

Just in our own listings we are seeing an upswing in activity. Properties are not sitting on the market long. The average days on the market have dropped from last month by almost a week for all San Francisco real estate sales.

If you are thinking about buying or selling San Francisco real estate, now is the time to have an experienced agent who has seen all the markets in your corner!!! It could make all the difference.

For instance, I was able to sell a client of mine a home that had been on the market last year but did not sell. As a result, it had been taken off the market. I asked the listing agent (who was in my office) if the seller was still interested in selling, and we were able to make the deal. Buyer and seller are both thrilled.

We still need your help with our Blog. Drop by and participate in the discussions or ask questions. We'd love to hear what you are thinking. Submit a question for the blog and we'll give you your choice of available Giants tickets just for playing!

The April Real Estate Market Report for March is now available on our website. March annual sales histories may be seen here.

Always remember, we have a strong network of agents in other areas to whom we can refer with confidence. If you or someone you know needs to buy or sell property somewhere else in the country, keep us in mind. In return for the lead, we'll give you a chance to win our Rewards for RE-ferrals contest.

Want to vacation in North Lake Tahoe? We have a lovely 3 bedroom, 2 bath condominium available for rent in Tahoe City at a Lake front complex close to the boat ramp.

Want to sit on the beach on the Big Island of Hawaii? We have a fabulous 3 bedroom, 3 bath beach front condo at Waikoloa on the Big Island available for rent with ocean views and steps from the "A" Bay beach. Kolea is a gated community close to all of the amenities of Waikoloa-- swim with the dolphins, golf, swim, snorkel or just enjoy the sun. Just send us an e-mail or call for details.


Hello from Christine!

April has come and it is time that many community events "spring" into action! To find out more about San Francisco's local events I suggest visiting the site http://www.sfgate.com/eguide/events/ where you are able to find a variety of festivals, ball games, and shows during this spring season.

Remember that we represent buyers and sellers at all price points and in most areas of San Francisco. We love to help friends get established in the market and make their first purchase -- it is exciting for all of us. Our Blog is a helpful tool to ask questions or make comments on the state of the market. Our website, www.SFResidence.com, is filled with wonderful resources and links to a variety of real estate services.


Interest Rates

Interest rates took a slight hit last week. Foster Weeks reports in his weekly newsletter and on our Blog.

Giants Tickets


We have seats in Lower Box 121 row 40, seats 5 & 6 which we love to share with clients and friends. If you are interested in any of the following dates, e-mail Info and let us know what you prefer.

Regular Season Starts:

Day: Date:

Time:

Team:
Sat. 21-Apr TBD ARI
Tue. 1-May 7:15 COL
Wed. 2-May 7:15 COL
Thurs. 3- May 7:15 PHI
Sun. 6-May 5:05 PHI
Tue. 8-May 7:15 NYM
Tue. 22-May 7:15 HOU
Wed. 23-May 7:15 HOU
Fri. 25-May 7:15 COL
Sat. 26-May 6:05 COL

ARI = Arizona Diamondbacks, COL = Colorado Rockies, PHI = Philadelphia Phillies, NYM = New York Mets, HOU = Houston Astros


Sales Activity
Just Listed  
660 Clarendon Ave. - $995,000 Clarendon Woods Condo

Contemporary, remodeled townhouse condominium in a gated community with three bedrooms, two and one half baths, gourmet kitchen, formal dining room, large room down, fireplace, laundry, deck, two-car side by side garage.
Listed for $995,000
151 Alice B. Toklas #802 - $899,000 Van Ness Loft Condo

Chic, contemporary loft style top floor condominium with stunning panoramic views of the City! Soaring 12' ceilings throughout, 1 bedroom, 2 baths, open living area with custom built in Murphy bed, desk & entertainment center, gourmet kitchen, island breakfast bar, hardwood floors, laundry, 1 car parking.
Listed for $899,000
Just Listed and... Sale Pending
2145 18th St. - $995,000 Potrero Hill View Home

Corner home with two bedrooms, one and one half baths, wood burning fireplace, solarium, updated kitchen, large roof deck with panoramic views, laundry, charming garden, storage, one car garage.
Listed for $995,000
Sold  
1703 Gough St. - $2,498,000 Pacific Heights Home

Priced to sell! Look again! Don't miss this captivating renovation with a richness of detail. This grand 2 level home has been extensively renovated to the highest standard, showcasing terrific architectural details. Amenities include a sound system with 12 speakers, high ceilings, recessed lighting, extensive crown moldings and dining room with window trim throughout; hardwood floors, double glazed Marvin tilt-pack windows, and seismic upgrades. Extra-wide lot. Centrally located, with easy access to the excitement of Fillmore Street and Lafayette Park. Listed for $2,498,000 - Sold for $2,375,000 - Buyer Represented
2209-2209A Scott St. - $2,195,000 Pacific Heights Flats

Contemporary flats overlooking Alta Plaza Park. Each unit has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, living room with fireplace, formal dining room, remodeled kitchen and hardwood floors. Lower level has 2 rooms and bathroom, 2 car garage & lovely garden.
Reduced to $2,195,000 sold for $2,195,000
53 7th Ave. - $1,795,000 North of Lake Townhouse

Beautiful Victorian townhouse condominium with direct access to Mt. Lake Park from the fabulous garden. Gracious foyer with ornate details leads to a living room, formal dining room, three bedrooms, den, two and one-half baths, remodeled kitchen, deck, garden.
Listed at $1,795,000 sold for $1,795,000
1901 California St. #8 - $1,795,000 Pacific Heights Co-op

Elegant 3 bedroom, 2 bath cooperative apartment with a grand sized living room, City views, formal dining room, sun room, remodeled kitchen, dry bar, laundry room, hardwood floors, extra storage, 1 car parking.
Listed at $1,795,000 sold for $1,800,000
520 Chestnut St. #402 - $1,299,000 North Beach Condo

Newly constructed top floor, light-filled 2 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath view town home on 2 levels in the heart of North Beach. Custom finishes throughout with commercial grade appliances, fixtures & concrete flooring. Kitchen with designer cabinetry & Corian counters. Bedrooms open to enormous south facing deck. Baths with Corian soaking tub or glass mosaic tiled shower. Living room has gas fireplace with Carrera marble surround, multi-directional custom lighting and deck. In-unit washer and dryer, parking, elevator and extra storage.
Listed at $1,299,000 - Sold for $1,310,000 Buyer represented.

See you next month!

  Janis Stone & Christine Serventi

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