January 2012 — December 2012

What a 4th Quarter! We know how competitive the 2012 Hillsborough market was between $2M and $3M. Examples proliferated of multiple offers and sales with less than 10 days on market, such as those on Summerholme, Pepper, McCreery, and Marialinda. But in Q4, the high-end also showed remarkable life and promise, both on the market and off the market. For the 4th quarter alone, ELEVEN Hillsborough homes over $4M went into escrow, including 7 pending sales over five million, and a very impressive 3 sales over nine million dollars (Seabury Road, ...

Hidden beyond gates, a retreat of enchanted destinations awaits. From one of Lower North Hillsborough’s most in-demand, charismatic streets, 933 Baileyana fuses Hollywood Hills-style glamour with a thoroughly updated modern livability. From outdoors to indoors, this singular design statement thrives as a living gallery. Elaborate stone terraces and garden vignettes delight at the courtyard approach. You will marvel at the timeless patina of specimen foliage, elegantly walled planter beds, and the epic swimming pool. The landscape unfolds with ...

After Labor Day up until Thanksgiving is historically one of the most robust real estate markets on the Peninsula. Kids are back in school, vacations become distant memories, and inventory hits the market poised amidst beautiful weather. So far, the Hillsborough market has performed very well post-Labor Day, posting at least 4 higher-end sales in the last week or so: 711 Bromfield, Offered at $8,690,000 NOW PENDING 521 Roehampton, Offered at $3,895,000 NOW PENDING 640 Pullman, Offered at $3,145,000 NOW PENDING A grand nearly 7,000 sq. ...

I am excited to showcase 740 Jacaranda Circle to the market. Just listed at $3,950,000, this sophisticated contemporary retreat is the architectural passion of the original (and still current) owners. The home spans a sweeping 5,474 sq. ft. of living, but most impressively, it thrives on indoor/outdoor livability. Expansive entertainment terraces stretch across the rear, where brilliant western exposure sparkles amidst the pool, spa, and private gardens. The rarity of this offering begins with its design elan, but perhaps resonates most with ...

Premium locations will always trump amenities, size, or style. Hillsborough has just posted two very fast sales with less than 5 days on the market at two of the Town's top streets: 10 Greenview Lane was recently listed at $2,995,000 and sold immediately reportedly over asking. This one level home enjoyed copious natural light, and a rare Lower North Hillsborough cul-de-sac off of Floribunda just across from the golf course. At this price and location, we are practically dealing with the land value for a flat and superbly located half-acre. ...

330 Roblar Avenue has closed off market for $5,275,000. This 5800 sq. ft. Mediterranean-inspired estate commands one of Lower South's Hillsborough's most preferred addressess. This is the first $5,000,000+ sale of 2012 that has been posted to MLS. The previous high MLS sale of 2012 is on Lombardi Lane for $4,795,000. To view all Hillsborough Sales Prices for Closed MLS listings from October 2011 to present, please explore here: http://www.hillsboroughblog.com/Hillsborough-Solds

Demand for Modern architecture up over the last few years?? Absolutely! Indoor/Outdoor flow, open floorplans, clean lines, and relaxed gathering spaces were the name of the game in Eichler's Day, and now strikingly relevant for today's buyer. The new listing at 250 Sierra Drive is an exceptional Lower South Hillsborough location within walking distance of South School and downtown San Mateo. This Hillsborough home for sale is in its original condition, but certainly could shine into a new modern showcase...although a sloped orientation, the ...

Six Hillsborough listings have gone into escrow this week already, reflecting continued strong demand. 2230 Oakdale Road listed at $2,145,000 for a 4 bedroom, 3200 ft. home on a 14,810 sq. ft. lot went pending with only 6 days on market and therefore had its Broker Tour Cancelled. 80 Tobin Clark Drive (pictured), originally listed at $3,700,000 55 days ago, and recently reduced to $3,495,000 has just gone pending as well. This supports the norm of 5-10% price reductions after about 30 days on market being conducive to a sale. The Tobin Clark ...

The Hillsborough market is currently so competitive and low on inventory that off-market non-MLS insights are imperative to buyer success. The $2,000,000 - $3,000,000 range is particularly tight right now. Sellers will often work with their agent in discreetly canvassing the buyer pool pre-market, in order to facilitate a sale without the labors of coming to market. I pride myself on mining for such opportunities for my buyers, and in recent weeks have alerted my clients to off-market offerings at the price points of $2,580,000, $2,350,000, ...

The Hillsborough market is currently experiencing high demand and low inventory. As a local Hillsborough expert, I am always intensely combing my sphere of influence, my network of top agent colleagues, clients, as well as resources such as abstracts of title, in order to give my buyers the competitive advantage on off-market intelligence. As in any business, speed of quality information is a key to success. I currently am showing two listings off market in the $2M and $4M ranges. Please call for more info Geoffrey Nelson, 650-455-3735

Call me about this fabulous new construction currently on progress in the Mid South area. Walk to Vista Park for kid's soccer and play. Be immersed amidst other stately mansions, and enjoy the quintessential Hillsborough architectural ambiance of this enclave. Projected list price will be $6,495,000.

Call me about this new construction underway in the Mid South area, not far from Vista Park. Easy commute connection onto Highway 280 via Black Mountain Road. Projected asking price of $4,495,000. A reputable local builder makes his mark again here, with a penchant for evoking Hillsborough's traditional architecture with smooth modern livability. Always call Geoffrey Nelson for inside off-market scoop: (650) 455-3735

The Carolands area of Hillsborough began as the circa 1914 500-acre hilltop domain of Harriet Pullman Carolan's magnificent 65,000 sq. ft. chateau. While the authentic French-inspired estate still stands magnificently restored on Craig Road, the true desirability and relevance to homeseekers is now the fabulous livability, lots, and value of this subdivision. West Elementary is centrally located, the Highway 280 commute is a breeze, and the wonderfully spread-out feeling of the sweeping half-acre lots bridges the best of bucolicism and ...

Hillsborough hovers at 44 available active listings, which continues to spell scarcity for the deep pool of qualified buyers on the hunt. Strong demand in the $2,000,000 - $3,000,000 range was recently illustrated by 1465 Crystal Drive (pictured) in the Highlands/Lakeview area. Listed at $2,580,000, this offering attracted a bevy of qualified showings in one afternoon, and multiple offers without hitting the market. Crystal offers over 3500 sq. ft. with 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths on a smooth, albeit cosmetically dated, one-level floorplan. The ...

My Hillsborough Annual Analytics Report will be published sometime mid-January-February, depending on final data availability. Don't miss this exclusive market summary articulating many crucial metrics such as volume, days on market, price per sq. ft., percentage of original list price achieved, and more. Please email request for the 2011 Hillsborough Annual Analytics Hillsborough Real Estate Year over Year Sales Comparison Year Total Sales Avg. Sales Price Median Sales Price Avg. $ per Sq. ...