Across the US, Americans have been buying homes this winter resulting in the availability of single-family homes declining this week. There are more immediate sales since the beginning of the year. The question is not whether or not people are buying homes, because they are. The right question to ask is, will this soft landing […]
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The spring real estate market coincides with the arrival of Tax Day and I am looking forward to a healthier market! Inflation has been driving prices of everything plus interest rates upward, and The Federal Reserve (Fed) is fighting it with resolve. The rapid increase in interest rates has impacted all investment categories including residential […]
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2022 Review of Selected Indicators Real Estate Market Statistics, Comparing Q4 2022 to Q4 2021 Quarterly Median House Sales Price: Down 13.5% from Q4 2021 Quarterly Median Condo Sales Price: Down 12.5% from Q4 2021 Quarterly Sales Volume: Down 42% % of Sales over Final List Price: 43%, down from 66% in Q4 2021 Avg. […]
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Right after Thanksgiving, the numbers of new listings and of listings going into contract usually plunge to their annual lows. Still, buying and selling continues, though at reduced levels, and this can be an excellent time for buyers to aggressively negotiate prices. An increasing percentage of sellers, especially in higher price segments, pull homes off […]
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Robyn’s Real Estate Market Update, November 2022 San Francisco’s Current Sales Prices The median San Francisco single family home price is $1,700,000, down 7% from last year. The median San Francisco condo home price is $1,200,000, down 4% from last year. San Francisco Market Snapshots National Home Sales According to the National Association of Realtors, […]
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This story originally appeared on Calendarby John Rampton Our society has relied on the concept of entrepreneurship for thousands of years, bringing innovations to the world and building economies. The entrepreneurial spirit has become a key component of a successful capitalist economy. As a result, President Obama designated November as National Entrepreneurship Month in 2011. A key objective […]
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South Beach and Mission Bay are considered two of San Francisco’s core downtown neighborhoods. As new condo sales are absorbed into the San Francisco’s resale condo inventory, we can look at the condo market through a blended real estate lens that includes other core downtown neighborhoods: North Waterfront, Nob Hill and Pacific Heights to name […]
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Robyn KaufmanSan Francisco’s Luxury Condo Agentd: 415.497.1798e: [email protected] DRE 01074779 2020-2022’s Boom Markets This year, a number of my clients made the long-term investment to trade into their next home for the years to come. All of my buyers opted to stay in the city and made sound purchases in highly desirable neighborhoods. Many traded […]
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Condo real estate news for Mission Bay and South Beach is sometimes hard to decipher in San Francisco’s turning market. There are buyers still out there looking for condo specific amenities: turnkey living and very low home maintenance, even though condo closings have relaxed in a turning market where single family homes are preferred. The […]
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Did you want to purchase a newly built high rise condo in San Francisco? Our sales report gives you a detailed overview of closings in each building. The most current developer sales promotions I have received are below. Contact me for more info on deals and the most recent pricing. Yerba Buena ResidencesOver 30 homes […]
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South Beach and Mission Bay are considered two of San Francisco’s core downtown neighborhoods. As new condo sales are absorbed into the San Francisco’s resale condo inventory, we can look at the condo market through a blended real estate lens that includes other core downtown neighborhoods: North Waterfront, Nob Hill and Pacific Heights to name […]
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South Beach and Mission Bay condo sales were modest in July due to the seasonal summer slowdown and the rise in interest rates. It’s clear and evident that an increase in mortgage rates is impacting sales citywide and nationwide because it’s gotten more expensive to buy a home. The cost to borrow money also is […]
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Lately I’ve received similar questions from many clients about selling highrise condos in San Francisco. I find it interesting that many of you have the same exact inquiries, especially in wondering how to prepare for the fall market. In a nutshell I’ll try to generalize answers for those who are curious. ➡ Clients are asking, […]
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In addition to the ultra luxury highrise condos selling at $2,000 per square foot, there are some great offerings for new condos priced between $1,000 and $1,300 per square foot in awesome neighborhoods. Pro Tip: When visiting the sales office, bring your own representation. I can help you navigate and manage your side of the transaction. There […]
Read MoreWe continue to see the bolstering of property values in South Beach and Mission Bay, despite the mid year interest rate increase. According to Infosparks, our MLS data visualization tool, 2022’s two-bedroom condo values are slightly more elevated than 2021’s. We choose the 2 bedroom condo as a unit of measure because it’s the most sold property […]
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Presented By:Robyn Kaufman, Realtor®[email protected] In a typical year, the real estate market sees a summer market slowdown when the majority of buyers go on vacation and aren’t focused on home shopping. This year, across the Bay Area, 2022’s rising interest rates this summer season has impacted real estate sales – and this market dynamic shows […]
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I hope you are all doing well, enjoying this beautiful weather and staying healthy! We’ve come a long way from the pandemic lifestyle we endured, and with the Warriors in Mission Bay, I’m sure those that bought last year were not expecting the boon of restaurant openings and fanfare in the neighborhood! 2021 goes down […]
Read More As the market transitions, you may still be in a high equity position. Click on each graphs to expand the 10 year data. Feel free to contact me for a current valuation of your property. Average Sales Price, 2012-2022 Average Price Per Square Foot, 2012-2022 New Listings On The Market, From 2012-2022 Robyn’s 2022 Trade […]
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In the Bay Area, real estate market indicators remain very strong. So far, buyers do not seem to be significantly rattled by stock market gyrations, and increasing interest rates may be motivating some to buy sooner than later. As of 2/3/22, mortgage interest rates are 34% above the low 1 year ago. Still demand for […]
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The number one burning question in the San Francisco= real estate market circle is… will 2022’s market be anything like last year’s? In 2021, seller profit averaged $94,000 nationwide, with single-family homes in San Francisco seeing larger profits. This is especially true with Sellers who have owned property for over 20 years. In the condo […]
Read More Congratulations to my sellers at The Infinity! Earlier this month, we listed their three bedroom, three bath top floor condo and found the buyer in only three days. The real estate market is typically still slow after the holiday season in January, with property owners preparing to sell and list in spring. However, the spring […]
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Compass Contemplations A few insights brought to you by Compass President Leonard Steinberg In 2021, global prime property prices increased 6.9% year over year. U.S. cities Miami and Los Angeles posted the strongest growth rates, at 21.3% and 19.7% respectively. Across North America, prime prices could rise an average 4% in 2022 – San Francisco […]
Read MoreA Historically Busy Year for Highrise Condo Sales Looking back at the beginning of the year, it is hard to imagine that at one point we thought the condo market would slow down to a halt. Quite the opposite happened – 2021 ends up historically as one of the busiest years for highrise condo sales. […]
Read MoreCalifornia Real Estate Market Minute The economy is slowly recovering and life is hopefully getting back to somewhat “normal” in the second half of the year. Tight supply, however, remains a concern as it continues to hold back demand and continues to put pressure on affordability. Here are a few reasons to feel good about […]
Read MoreI look forward to my showing my listing at Madrone! This is a unique opportunity to own a 2 bedroom/2bath with 2 balconies: 1 off the living room and 1 off the master bedroom. This 7th floor residences has outlooks to the pool and a peek at the bay and the Bay Bridge. Unit features […]
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