Tag: silicon valley real estate

NorCal / Lake Tahoe Quarterly Real Estate Report : Q2 2017

July 18, 2017 by Pacific Union • Posted in Featured Posts, Pacific Union Quarterly Reports For the most part, the number of Bay Area homes for sale did not improve in the second quarter from one year earlier, except in Marin County and Sonoma Valley. Consequently, home prices rose… Continue Reading “NorCal / Lake Tahoe Quarterly Real Estate Report : Q2 2017”

Here’s What $5 Million Buys In Housing Markets Around America

We recently took a look at what $500,000 and $1,000,000 buys in housing markets around the U.S. That is a lot of money But lets step it up a notch We all know not too many people have $5 million to spend on a home, but I thought… Continue Reading “Here’s What $5 Million Buys In Housing Markets Around America”

Arbor Hill – An Architectural Masterpiece !

One of the most prominent estates in the region, this 40,000-square-foot modern residence was designed by world-renowned architect Rafael Viñoly. Situated on 70 picturesque acres, the distinctive main house is built around an impressive Belgium stone courtyard. The residence is aglow with contemporary qualities… Continue Reading “Arbor Hill – An Architectural Masterpiece !”

The Palo Alto Ripple Effect

Nino Gaetano-OliverLuxury Real Estate 4/30/2013 Really Low inventory, historically low interest rates, an economy wrestling for stability on a teeter-totter, and a massive relocation effort have all combined together to create the perfect storm.  However, there is one other reason that I normally point… Continue Reading “The Palo Alto Ripple Effect”

Annual Trends for Top Bay Area/Silicon Valley Cities (1998-2012)

Annual Trends for San Carlos California 1998 – 2012 FINAL Annual Trends for Woodside 1998 – 2012 FINAL Annual Trends for RWC 1998 – 2012 FINAL Annual Trends for Portola Valley 1998 – 2012 FINAL Annual Trends for Palo Alto 1998 – 2012 FINAL Annual Trends… Continue Reading “Annual Trends for Top Bay Area/Silicon Valley Cities (1998-2012)”

Chinese Fly Cash West, by the Suitcases

Amid a rush of newly affluent Chinese eager to move money out of China, U.S. and Canadian border officials are seizing large amounts of cash tucked into wallets, purses and suitcases at airports across North America. Officials at Canada’s two busiest airports—Toronto and Vancouver—seized… Continue Reading “Chinese Fly Cash West, by the Suitcases”

Outdoor Wall Paper for your Home….? Soon to be Trend or Faux Pas…?

  The Italian wallpaper company Wall & Decò is known for creating exquisite, large-scale mural-like wallpapers that define a room. They are widely used in hotels and restaurants, and for private residences by interior designers. In April at the Fluorisalone 2012 in Milan, Wall… Continue Reading “Outdoor Wall Paper for your Home….? Soon to be Trend or Faux Pas…?”

Barry Bonds Listed His Lavish Estate For $25 Million

Barry Bonds put his estate in the gated Beverly Park community for $25 Million.  This is a  massive seven-bedroom, 13-bathroom compound The Tuscan-style house has a movie theater, game room, gym, music room, sauna, and pool area with a cabana. It also has “Smart… Continue Reading “Barry Bonds Listed His Lavish Estate For $25 Million”

Calvin Klein Tore Down a 1929 Castle To Build This Glass Mansion in Southampton

After years of construction, it looks like fashion mogul Calvin Klein is nearly finished building his home on Southampton’s prestigious Meadow Lane. Klein spent nearly $30 million on the beachfront property back in 2004. Five years later, he tore down the historic castle that… Continue Reading “Calvin Klein Tore Down a 1929 Castle To Build This Glass Mansion in Southampton”