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April 2, 2007
The answer is yes!!
Last week we received a referral from an agent at Alain Pinel’s Palo Alto office. He had a listing in Santa Clara where a prospective buyer had visited the open house and was interested in the home, but wanted a credit back. He referred the buyer to Redfin and we wrote up the offer, with the promise to give 25% of our portion of the commission back to the agent.
There were a total of 8 offers. Although we didn’t get it, we came in 2nd to the winning offer, who according to the listing agent, was head and shoulders above ours.
So, if you’re a traditional agent, feel free to send us your referrals. We’ll take good care of ‘em!
March 16, 2007
Open House: March 18 at 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
When Offers are being taken: Wednesday, March 21 at 5:00 PM
City: San Carlos, CA
Neighborhood: Devonshire Canyon
Schools: Heather School (elementary), Terra Linda Middle School, Carlmont High School
Favorite Shops: Laurel street is filled with great local boutiques and restaurants. There are really no chain stores which gives this street its local charm.
Coffee Shop of Choice: Vic’s on San Carlos Avenue is a great breakfast place that has good food and good coffee. Its fun to head over there on a Sunday morning and see all the neighbors and their kids.
What Kids Love About This House: You can run in circles from the kitchen, family room and dining room. 
Favorite Room: The Family room, b/c its bright all day long and you can just walk out on the balcony end enjoy the view on a nice day.
Favorite Feature of the House: The Balconies. Nothing is better than sitting on one of the balconies with a nice book and a glass of wine during the mild summer season.
Age of Furnace: 18 years. Regularly maintained and keeps us warm during the winter.
Age of Roof: 18 year Concrete Tile
Any Remodeling Since Last Sale Price: Everything. Kitchen and all bathrooms remodeled. The house looks brand new.
What We’ll Miss the Most: Concerts in the Park every Friday night during the summer. This is such a wonderful place to meet up with friends, enjoy some music and let the kids run around. A wonderful family activity that’s FREE!
Favorite Local Parks: Highlands park because its huge and within walking distance to the park. The is a special entrance to the park right next to the house.
January 22, 2007
Today’s most popular listing is a home in Danville with 5 bedrooms, 3 baths and over 2,700 square feet. The home has been on the market for 56 days and was originally listed at $1,029,000. Now at $999,000 the sellers are motivated, or as Cynthia mentioned yesterday, desperate. Which may or may not be the case as the sellers are participating in a relocation package.
To see a different perspective on this home, check out the virtual tour. The pool table makes this home look fun versus the “family home” image you see out front. In the end, you can make it any way you wish.
January 19, 2007
We just entered the Sonoma market last week and already have an awesome home for you to visit this weekend. If you’re in the neighborhood, tell the owner’s - Amy & Anthony - Redfin sent ya!
Here’s the inside scoop.
Open House Date and Time: 1/21/07 1-4PM
When Offers are being taken: First come first served
City: Petaluma
Neighborhood: East Side near G and G Market
Schools: Kenilworth Junior High School
Favorite Shops: G and G Market, Trader Joe’s, Heebe-Jeebe
Coffee Shop of Choice: Peet’s
Favorite Room: Family room/kitchen area
Favorite Feature of the House: Open floorplan/high ceilings
Age of Furnace: 11 years
Age of Roof: 11 years
Any Remodeling Since Last Sale Price: Living/Dining area- bamboo floors and plantation shutters; Kitchen- stainless appliances, silestone countertops, Mexican tile, ceramic tile in all bathrooms, new light fixtures in all bathrooms and throughout house, Outside- trex deck, new electrical outlets, stained concrete, landscaping
Most Romantic Spot: Next to the fireplace in the family room
What We’ll Miss the Most: Outdoor living area and kitchen; floorplan, convenience to parks and open spaces
Favorite Local Parks: Prince Park, Leghorn’s Park, Turnbridge Park
January 11, 2007
For those Apprentice fans, today’s most clicked on property made me think whether or not one could camp in their own backyard. Today’s Sweet Dig has a large lot and is nicely landscaped, but doesn’t really have a good spot to pitch a tent. If the Apprentice went to Sunnyvale and taped its show at this house, the winners would be able to enjoy the newer kitchen and pleasant ambiance while the losers would be totally out of luck, especially with the extremely cold weather we’ve been having lately.
This home just came on the market, so I’m sure there will be an open house this weekend. You can also see a tour and more info here. As an extra incentive, the sellers are offering 3.25% to the buyer’s agent. Happy hunting!
December 26, 2006
Today’s most popular listing is a studio in San Francisco’s Cow Hollow district. Located near the Presidio and on top of a dry cleaners, this TIC unit is priced at $238,000 and has been on the market for 77 days. There are two other units in the building for sale, with this unit being the lowest priced and the highest at $325,000. All units have hardwood floors and the kitchens are remodeled.
When I look at this house, I think of the best and worst of 2006. With today’s listing as a candidate for the worst (looking) Sweet Dig this year. It’s definitely not the winner, as this home is in a great neighborhood and is dirt cheap for SF real estate. Other interesting best and worst moments for 2006 include Danny DeVito on The View. .
December 21, 2006
Today’s most popular listing is located in Danville’s Crow Canyon Country Club and marked as a fixer upper because the listing agent states it needs some TLC. Looking at the photos, the place actually looks like it is in good condition. Check out the stainless steel appliances, maple cabinets, and new paint. I do see the 1970’s vinyl in the kitchen and capiz like chandelier in the eat-in area, but this wouldn’t qualify as a total fixer.
Priced at $689,000, and located on a premium lot, this townhouse has superb views with monthly HOA dues of $315. It is the lowest priced 3 bedroom in the country club, as the rest are all over $700,000.
December 14, 2006
Today’s most popular home is located in Sunnyvale on the Cupertino border. This Sweet Dig has a country feel to it with 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, and almost 1,900 square feet. Originally listed at $914,950, the sellers have reduced the price to $895,000. The kitchen has been nicely updated, but they must have forgot about the family room because it still has some ugly blue carpet. I guess that is why the sellers are giving a $2,500 credit.
The property is nicely located near several workplaces such as Apple, HP, and Vallco Mall. It is however right by 280 which gives you easy highway access, but may be a bit of a concern on the noise end. If you’re interested in learning more about the neighborhood schools go here, here, and here.
December 12, 2006
Today’s most popular home is located in Pleasanton at 6382 Paseo Santa Maria. With 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, almost 2,700 square feet and a huge master bath, this home is priced at $998,000 and has been on the market for 30 days. Zillow thinks this house is valued at $1,007,000 and the neigborhood’s average list price is $890,000.
To see a full tour, go here. The home has easy access to 680 and is in a nicely maintained, established neighborhood. My favorite part of the home is the master bath with its cathedral ceilings, mirrors, and open space. You can totally relax in there and have your own private spa time.
To find out more about the City of Pleasanton, go here. They have a quaint downtown area that not very many folks outside Pleasanton know about. Check it out here.
December 6, 2006
Today’s most clicked-on property is a cottage home in Palo Alto’s Professorville neighborhood. With 2 bedrooms, 1 bath and 840 square feet, this home is priced at $799,000. To see a tour of the home, go here. It’s an adorable property in a great neighborhood. Enjoy the great restaurants downtown such as Windy’s with the best mongolian beef ever or hang out at Nola’s for some Cajun fun.
A house down the street on Waverley recently sold for $925,000 with similar stats. It had an asking price of $799,000 and I’m sure the sellers are expecting the same here.
