Pacific Union San Rafael, CA Real Estate Update (January 2012 Real Estate Report)
January 30, 2012
San Rafael, CA’s December 2011 home sales remained unchanged from November 2011′s total of 33 trades. Averages relating to San Rafael home sales in December 2011 are as follows:
days on market — 105
sales price — $668K
home size was 1,915 square feet
$357 per sq. ft.
Properties in Sun Valley, Lucas Valley, Peacock Gap, and The Dominican generated the most calls and showings this past month. If you would like me to run the exact numbers for your San Rafael neighborhood or if you have any questions about our many delightful communities, just give me a call at (415) 350-9440. My name is Kyle Frazier. I am a J.D., Broker, Realtor, Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), and a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS), with Christie’s International Real Estate | Pacific Union International. It is always my pleasure to be of service.
Pacific Union San Rafael, CA Real Estate Update (September 2011 Real Estate Report)
September 27, 2011
San Rafael, CA’s August 2011 home sales held steady during August (traditionally, a slow month) at 37 trades. The entry level price band (under $600K) remains very strong — 26 of these homes are currently in escrow. Meanwhile, the $600K to $800K price band (a mix of entry level and move-up homes) remains buyer-friendly and accounts for another 20 homes in escrow. Consistent with prior months, roughly 2/3 of the sales in San Rafael are homes priced under $800K. There are currently 121 homes active on the MLS. Averages relating to the 37 San Rafael homes which sold in August 2011 are as follows:
- days on market — 86
- sales price — $830K
- home size was 2,200 square feet
- $362 per sq. ft.
Homes in Gerstle Park, Lucas Valley, and The Dominican generated the most calls and showings this past month. If you would like me to run the exact numbers for your San Rafael neighborhood or if you have any questions about our many delightful communities, just give me a call at (415) 350-9440. My name is Kyle Frazier. I am a J.D., Broker, Realtor, Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), and a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS), with Christie’s Great Estates | Pacific Union International. It is always my pleasure to be of service.
Pacific Union San Rafael, CA Real Estate Update (June 2011 Home Sales Report)
June 29, 2011
San Rafael, CA’s May 2011 home sales held steady (up one trade from May). The entry level price band (under $600K) remains strong — 34 of these homes are currently in escrow (WOW!). Meanwhile, the $600K to $800K price band (a mix of entry level and move-up homes) remains buyer-friendly and accounts for another 23 of homes in escrow. While the entry level market stood alone a well-performing market sector in February, we are now seeing some significant activity in the $600K to $800K range where 40% of homes are in escrow. Same as in May, 28 of our sales last month were under $800K. There are currently 136 homes active on the MLS, about 20 less than last month. Averages relating to the 37 homes which sold in June 2011 are as follows:
- days on market — 84
- sales price — $736,784
- home size was 2,191 square feet
- $342 per sq. ft.
Homes in Gerstle Park, Lucas Valley, and The Dominican generated the most calls and showings this past month. If you would like me to run the exact numbers for your San Rafael neighborhood or if you have any questions about our many delightful communities, just give me a call at (415) 350-9440. My name is Kyle Frazier. I am a J.D., Broker, Realtor, Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), and a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS), with Christie’s Great Estates | Pacific Union International. It is always my pleasure to be of service.
Pacific Union San Rafael, CA Real Estate Update (April/May 2011 Home Sales Report)
May 4, 2011
San Rafael, CA’s March and April 2011 home sales jumped significantly — from 22 in February to 38 in March and 36 in April. The entry level price band (under $600K) remains strong — 31 of these homes are currently in escrow (WOW!). Meanwhile, the $600K to $800K price band (a mix of entry level and move-up homes) remains buyer-friendly and accounts for another 23 of homes in escrow. While the entry level market stood alone a well-performing market sector in February, we are now seeing some significant activity in the $600K to $800K range. In fact, 28 of our 36 sales last month were under $800K. There are currently 156 homes active on the MLS. Averages relating to the 74 homes which sold in March and April 2011 are as follows:
- days on market — 112
- sales price — $700K
- home size was 2,050 square feet
- $694 per sq. ft.
Homes in Lucas Valley, Terra Linda, and The Dominican generated the most calls and showings this past month. If you would like me to run the exact numbers for your San Rafael neighborhood or if you have any questions about our many delightful communities, just give me a call at (415) 350-9440. My name is Kyle Frazier. I am a J.D., Broker, Realtor, Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), and a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS), with Christie’s Great Estates | Pacific Union International. It is always my pleasure to be of service.
Pacific Union International San Rafael CA Real Estate Market Report (October 2010 Home Sales Update)
October 27, 2010
San Rafael, California real estate sales in September 2010: 28 trades (up 3 from August). The entry level price band (under $600K) remains relatively strong — 26 of these homes are currently in escrow. Meanwhile, the $600K to $800K price band (a mix of entry level and move-up homes) remains buyer-friendly and accounts for another 21 of homes in escrow. The inventory for single family homes for sale has decreased a bit this month as inventory is absorbed and very few homes come to market this time of year. There are currently 192 homes active on the MLS.
Of the 28 homes sold in September 2010, the average:
- days on market was 113 days
- sales price was $687,691
- home size was 1,867 square feet
- $374 per sq. ft.
Homes in Lucas Valley, Loch Lomond, and Peacock Gap generated the most calls and showings this past month. If you would like me to run the exact numbers for your San Rafael neighborhood or if you have any questions about our many delightful communities, just give me a call at (415) 350-9440. My name is Kyle Frazier. I am a Broker, Realtor, Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), and a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS), with Christie’s Great Estates | Pacific Union International. It is always my pleasure to be of service.
Pacific Union International San Rafael CA Real Estate Market Report (September 2010 Home Sales Update)
September 27, 2010
San Rafael, California real estate sales in August 2010: 25 sales. The entry level price band (under $600K) remains relatively strong — 29 of these homes are currently in escrow (39%). Meanwhile, the $600K to $800K price band (a mix of entry level and move-up homes) remains buyer-friendly with 17% of homes in escrow. The inventory for single family homes for sale increased a bit this month as it does every year after Labor Day. There are currently 217 homes active on the MLS. Price per square foot stands at $357.
Of the 34 homes sold in June 2010, the average:
- days on market was 90 days
- sales price was $765,287
- home size was 2,151 square feet
- $357 per sq. ft.
Homes in Lucas Valley, Loch Lomond, and Peacock Gap generated the most calls and showings this past month. If you would like me to run the exact numbers for your San Rafael neighborhood or if you have any questions about our many delightful communities, just give me a call at (415) 350-9440. My name is Kyle Frazier. I am a Broker, Realtor, Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), and a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS), with Christie’s Great Estates | Pacific Union International. It is always my pleasure to be of service.
Pacific Union International San Rafael CA Real Estate Market Report (August 2010 Home Sales Update)
August 23, 2010
San Rafael, California real estate sales slipped in July 2010. We had 33 trades (compared to 45 in June). The entry level price band (under $600K) remains strong — 24 of these homes are currently in escrow (40%). Meanwhile, the $600K to $800K price band (a mix of entry level and move-up homes) remains tepid with 22% of homes in escrow. The inventory for single family homes for sale decreased slightly this month to 177 homes. Price per square foot rose above $400.
Of the 34 homes sold in June 2010, the average:
- days on market was 76 days
- sales price was $797,669
- home size was 2,028 square feet
- $403 per sq. ft.
Homes in Lucas Valley and The Dominican generated the most calls and showings this past month. If you would like me to run the exact numbers for your San Rafael neighborhood or if you have any questions about our many delightful communities, just give me a call at (415) 350-9440. My name is Kyle Frazier. I am a Broker, Realtor, Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), and a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS), with Christie’s Great Estates | Pacific Union International. It is always my pleasure to be of service.
Pacific Union International San Rafael CA Real Estate Market Report (May 2010 Home Sales Update)
May 14, 2010
San Rafael, California real estate sales jumped again in April 2010. We had 44 trades (compared to 33 in March and 24 in February). The entry level price band (under $600K) remains very hot, with 61% of homes now in escrow. Meanwhile, the $600K to $800K price band (a mix of entry level and move-up homes) remains tepid with 33% of homes in escrow. The inventory for single family homes for sale sits at 170 homes (down incrementally from last month).
Of the 44 homes sold in April 2010, the average:
- days on market was 70 days
- sales price was $819,159
- home size was 2,011 square feet
- $409 per sq. ft. (the average price per square foot has been trending downwards at an average of about $5 per month for the past few months, although this past month saw the number jump by about 5%).
Homes in Lucas Valley and Peacock Gap generated the most calls and showings this past month. If you would like me to run the exact numbers for your San Rafael neighborhood or if you have any questions about our many delightful communities, just give me a call at (415) 350-9440. My name is Kyle Frazier. I am a Broker, Realtor, Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), and a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS), with Christie’s Great Estates | Pacific Union International. It is always my pleasure to be of service.
San Rafael CA Real Estate Market Report (November 2009 Home Sales Update)
November 9, 2009
San Rafael, California real estate sales were brisk in October 2009. We experienced 44 trades, up from 31 in September 2009. The entry level price band (under $600K) remains at hot, with 70% of home now in escrow, up from 64% last month. Meanwhile, the $600K to $800K price band (a mix of entry level and move-up homes) remains nearly the identical to last month (36% of these homes are in escrow).
It is no secret that our current real estate environment in San Rafael favors buyers, not only because of the state of the market, but also because of superior interest rates, FHA loan availability (allowing purchase loans up to $729,000 with 3.5% down), and a shifting mindset by both buyers (who are ready to pull the trigger) and sellers (who are ready to do what it takes to sell). Meanwhile, housing inventory for single family homes fell to 135 homes (from 154 last month).
As reported this Summer, San Rafael listing prices experienced a brief rise from March to June, but that trend has reversed and resumed its downward trajectory. By comparison, asking prices in Novato have been rising for several months, leading many to believe that the bottom has formed in Novato. It does not appear this transition has fully settled in San Rafael.
Of the 44 homes sold in September 2009, the average days on market was 87 days, the average sales price was $839,518, and the average home size was 2,082 square feet — roughly $404 per sq. ft. (the average price per square foot has remained virtually unchanged for several months). Homes in Lucas Valley, The Dominican, Terra Linda North, and Peacock Gap generated the most calls and showings this past month.
| Price Range | Total Homes | Percent Pending |
| Up to $600K | 44 | 70% |
| $600K – $800K | 70 | 36% |
| $800K – $1 mil. | 46 | 17% |
| $1 mil. – 1.5 mil. | 31 | 23% |
| $1.5 mil. – $2 mil. | 11 | 20% |
| $2 mil. & Up | 8 | 25% |
If you would like me to run the exact numbers for your San Rafael neighborhood or if you have any questions about our many delightful communities, just give me a call at (415) 350-9440.
My name is Kyle Frazier. I am a Broker, Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), and a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS), with Christie’s Great Estates | Morgan Lane Realtors | Pacific Union International. It is always my pleasure to be of service.
San Rafael CA Real Estate Market Report (October 2009 Home Sales Update)
October 15, 2009
San Rafael, California’s real estate market continues leaning heavily on foreclosures and short sales for volume. The entry level price band (under $600K) remains at a slow boil with 64% of home are now in escrow, same as last month. Meanwhile, the $600K to $800K price band (a mix of entry level and move-up homes) rose to 38% of homes in escrow from 31% in September 2009).
It is no secret that our current real estate environment favors buyers, not only because of the state of the market (e.g., prices back down to 2003 levels in many cases), but also because of superior interest rates, FHA loan availability (allowing purchase loans up to $729,000 with 3.5% down), and a shifting mindset by both buyers (who are ready to pull the trigger) and sellers (who are ready to do what it takes to sell).
Housing inventory for single family homes in San Rafael fell to 154 homes (from 169 last month). It is interesting to note that while San Rafael’s inventory has risen and its percentage of homes in escrow has dropped, Novato (the next city north) has experienced the opposite. In fact, in the move up market, Novato sales rates eclipse San Rafael’s by a long-shot.
As reported this Summer, San Rafael listing prices experienced a brief rise, but that trend has reversed and resumed its downward trajectory. By comparison, asking prices in Novato have been rising for several months, leading many to believe that the bottom has formed in Novato. It does not appear this phenomenon is being replicated in San Rafael.
Thirty-one homes sold in September 2009. The average days on market was 109 days, the average sales price was $710,946 (down from $846,194 last month) and the average home size was 1,822 square feet — roughly $402 per sq. ft. (despite the dip average sales price, the price per square foot remained virtually unchanged). Homes in Lucas Valley, The Dominican, Terra Linda North, and Peacock Gap generated the most calls and showings this past month.
| Price Range | Total Homes | Percent Pending |
| Up to $600K | 45 | 64% |
| $600K – $800K | 89 | 38% |
| $800K – $1 mil. | 50 | 20% |
| $1 mil. – 1.5 mil. | 34 | 24% |
| $1.5 mil. – $2 mil. | 10 | 0% |
| $2 mil. & Up | 10 | 40% |
If you would like me to run the exact numbers for your San Rafael neighborhood or if you have any questions about our many delightful communities, just give me a call at (415) 350-9440. My name is Kyle Frazier. I am a Broker, Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) and a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS), with Christie’s Great Estates | Morgan Lane International Real Estate. It is always my pleasure to be of service.
