This Norris Canyon Estates Market Snapshot* details recent sales and homes for sale in Norris Canyon Estates. This development nestled in the western hills of the San Ramon Valley, boasts spacious home sites averaging over one third acre and views, views, views! This gated community is situated in the highly rated San Ramon Valley Unified School District. Located within Norris Canyon Estates is a private community park with basketball , volleyball and tennis courts, a tot lot, and a facility for community functions. Additionally, access to the abundant open space of the community and the East Bay Regional Park District's extensive trail network begins at the trailhead located within Norris Canyon Estates. Norris Canyon Estates is NOT filled with traditional tract housing. On this date, ... 05/05/2009

Market Snapshot for Homes for Sale in The Bridges in San Ramon CA May 3rd, 2009* - There are currently 11 single family homes pending sale (or under contingency contract) with a median price of $1,050,000 although the listed prices range from $699,000 to $1,399,000. The Bridges is a desirable neighborhood and has some of the best homes for sale in San Ramon CA. San Ramon CA real estate sales are on the increase. Golfers, call to see the wonderful selection of resale homes for sale in Bridges that are convenient to multiple local golf courses, including the The Bridges Golf Course designed by Johnny Miller. Many homes around The Pointe have expansive golf views! The Bridges Golf Course describes their course in this fashion... "Rated by the NCGA as one of the most challenging courses in ... 05/03/2009

Market Snapshot for Homes for Sale in Windemere in San Ramon CA May 3rd, 2009* - 11 detached single family homes for sale in Windemere actually sold in the month of April 2009. The median sales price of Windemere homes was $760,000 for the month of April. All were spacious single family homes with  a reported 1,859 to 4,185 square feet of living space (and one of undisclosed size) ranging in sales price from $585,000 to $1,023,000. The homes that sold spent an average of 50 days on the market. Windemere is a desirable neighborhood and has some of the best homes for sale in San Ramon CA. San Ramon CA real estate sales are on the increase. Additional listing details on the least expensive and most expensive homes that sold during April follow. Details on the home at 2239 S Donovan Way in ... 05/03/2009

Market Snapshot for Gale Ranch -  Homes for Sale in Gale Ranch in San Ramon May 3rd, 2009* - Eight detached single family homes for sale in Gale Ranch actually sold in the month of April 2009. The median sales price of Gale Ranch homes was $654,000 for the month of April. All were spacious single family homes with a reported 1,811 to 4,609 square feet of living space ranging in selling price from $532,000 to $1,115,000. These homes spent an average of 47 days on the market. Gale Ranch is a desirable neighborhood and has some of the best homes for sale in San Ramon CA. San Ramon CA real estate sales are on the increase.  Additional details for the properties sold on the low and high end follow. Details on the home at 9708 Belladonna Dr in San Ramon, CA sold for $532,000 after 66 days on ... 05/03/2009

The April 2009 median home price in San Ramon CA was $700,000 for single family detached homes*. There were 45 home sales of single family detached homes in San Ramon CA, the highest priced home sold for $2,185,000 (in Norris Canyon Estates), the lowest price home sold for $460,000. The average selling price of detached single family homes for April 2009 in San Ramon California was $760,567. Your San Ramon California real estate market update written May 3rd, 2009. These homes were on the market an average of 46 days. See below for information on single family homes sold on the low and high end. Details on the home at 9766 Davona Drive in San Ramon, CA sold for $460,000 after 149 days on the market:  Details on the home at 439 Cranleigh Court in San Ramon, CA sold for $2,185,000 after 0... 05/03/2009

  Intero's newest office, "Andare, the office of the future"  opened today.  The celebration was lively and enjoyed by many Realtors, Lenders, Stagers and local affiliates. Steven Lloyd   is the new sales manager.    Steven is an exceptional Realtor who I enjoy working with and calling my friend. His personal and professional experience explains why he was chosen to manage this new Intero office. I know how successful this ofice will be because of Steven's kind spirit and dedication to ethics.   Voted "Realtor of the Year" by the Bay East Association of Realtors for 2002 Consistent Top Producing Agent since 1992. Recipient of all the Bay East Association of Realtors highest honors Grand Master, Master and President's Club Awards. The Property Professionals Rookie of the Year Award 1992.... 05/01/2009

Deerwood Highlands Market Snapshot May 1st, 2009* - Deerwood Highlands is a desirable neighborhood and has some of the best homes for sale in San Ramon CA. San Ramon CA real estate sales are on the increase. The Deerwood Highlands community is conveniently located near shopping.  Families with children will be pleased to know that this development is located in the highly regarded San Ramon Valley United School District. One home sold in Deerwood Highlands during April 2009. Details on the listing at 411 Deerhill Drive in San Ramon that sold for $730,000 after 15 days on the market: There is currently one home for sale in Deerwood Highlands in San Ramon, a 4 bedroom, 2 and a half-bath home with a reported 2,225 square feet of living space is offered at $710,000. On May 1st, 2009 there i... 05/01/2009

Bollinger Hills Market Snapshot May 1st, 2009* - Market Snapshot for Bollinger Hills in San Ramon CA including homes for sale in Bollinger Hills in San Ramon CA May 1st, 2009* -  There are currently 3 detached single family homes for sale in Bollinger Hills in San Ramon. These spacious single family homes with a reported 1,916 to 2,437 square feet of living space each have 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with prices ranging from $624,950 to $799,950. The median listing price in Bollinger Hills on May 1st, 2009 is $730,000. Bollinger Hills is a desirable neighborhood and has some of the best values for larger homes for sale in San Ramon CA. San Ramon CA real estate sales are on the increase. Two detached single family homes sold in Bollinger Hills San Ramon CA sold during April 2009. The medi... 05/01/2009

Dealing with buyers and sellers of diversity, it becomes a great learning ground for me on the orientation of the house. If a South Asian buyer does not want a South Facing home, then the Oriental buyer looks for the same ! Builders had no clue when they started construction, but very soon our buyers made them smart n these aspects and now the desirable lots have a premium ! So I thought, let me put together some interesting facts that I found. 5 Feng Shui Concepts to Help a Home SellTo put the best face on a listing and appeal to buyers who follow feng shui principles, keep these tips in mind.1. Pay special attention to the front door, which is considered the "mouth of chi" (chi is the "life force" of all things) and one of the most powerful aspects of the entire property. Abundance, b... 04/30/2009

Homes for Sale in Thomas Ranch in San Ramon CA Market Snapshot April 26, 2009* -  There are currently 2 detached single family homes for sale in Thomas Ranch in San Ramon CA. Each is a spacious single family home with 2,443 to 3,600 square feet ranging in asking price from $795,000 to $949,800. The median listing price in Thomas Ranch on April 26, 2009 is $872,400. Thomas Ranch is a desirable neighborhood and has some of the best homes for sale in San Ramon CA. San Ramon CA real estate sales are on the increase. Thomas Ranch has relatively low HOA dues (reportedly $93 monthly) and is conveniently located near Diablo Plaza, Safeway, Long's Drugs and dining. Families with children will be pleased to know that this development is located in the highly regarded San Ramon Valley United Schoo... 04/27/2009

The Lake at Canyon Lakes Market Snapshot April 25th, 2009* - The Lake at Canyon Lakes is a desirable neighborhood and has some of the best homes for sale in San Ramon CA. No detached single family homes in The Lake at Canyon Lakes sold during the month of March 2009. One attached home sold during March 2009 in The Lake in Canyon Lakes. It was a 3 bedroom, 2 bath condo with a reported 2,108 square feet of living space. Details on the home in the Lake at Canyon Lakes at 30 Eagle Lake Place, Unit 34 in San Ramon CA that sold for $575,000 after 9 days on the market: As of April 25th, 2009 there are 2 detached single family homes for sale in The Lake at Canyon Lakes of San Ramon CA. List prices range from $550,000 for a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home with a reported 1,488 square feet of living s... 04/25/2009

It's no wonder that buyers seek out condos for sale in San Ramon CA. The city of San Ramon California has it all; awesome schools, multiple parks & recreation areas, access to the Iron Horse Trail, favorable climate, several fine golf courses and great deals on San Ramon CA real estate! Use this link to Search the MLS for San Ramon condos and San Ramon California townhomes for sale. This Real Estate Market Snapshot for April 25, 2009 reveals that there are currently 85 townhomes and condos for sale in San Ramon CA.* This is a link to all the condos and townhomes for sale in San Ramon CA on April 25, including photos, address and price. (This link will time out on May 24, 2009) 19 - One Bedroom units, priced from $134,900 to $299,000 28 - Two Bedroom units, priced from $154,900 to $499,9... 04/25/2009

April 20th, 2009 - 10 Short Sales in San Ramon CA sold and closed during March 2009.  6 were single family homes and 4 were attached homes (condos and townhomes).* ·        The 6 detached single family homes that were Short Sales in San Ramon CA had a low sales price of $525000 (for a 4 bedroom, 3 bath home with a reported 2,260 square feet of living space) and a high sales price of $880,000. The median sale price for foreclosed home sales in San Ramon for this period is $643,717 and these homes were on the market an average of 58 days.. ·         The 4 attached homes (including duets and townhouses) that were Short Sales in San Ramon CA had a low sales price of $420,000 (for a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with a reported 1,314 square feet of living space) and a high sales price of $490,000... 04/20/2009

April 20th, 2009 - 10 REO Bank Owned Foreclosures in San Ramon CA sold and closed during March 2009. 6 were single family homes and 4 were attached homes (condos or townhomes).* ·         The 6 detached single family homes that were REO Bank Owned Foreclosures in San Ramon CA had a low sales price of $482,865 (for a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with a reported 1,859 square feet of living space) and a high sales price of $1,720,000. The median sale price for foreclosed home sales in San Ramon for this period is $545,500 and these homes were on the market an average of 42 days. ·         The 4 attached homes (including condos and townhouses) that were REO Bank Owned Foreclosures in San Ramon CA had a low sales price of $206,000 (for a 2 bedroom, 2 bath home with a reported 922 square feet of ... 04/20/2009

Twin Creek Market Snapshot April 12th, 2009* - Two  detached single family homes in Twin Creek, Twin Creek Hills, Twin Creek Views and Twin Creek South sold during the month of March 2009. The median sales price of Twin Creek homes for sale was $645,000 for the month of March. Selling prices for these homes were $570,000 and $720,000 and these homes were on the market an average of 49 days. Additional details on the home that sold on the low end and the home that sold on the high end follow. Details on the home at 2861 Morgan Drive in San Ramon CA that sold for $570,000 after 4 days on the market: Details on the home at 10 Del Oro Court in San Ramon CA that sold for $720,000 after 89 days on the market:   Twin Creek is a desirable neighborhood and has some of the best homes for sale in ... 04/12/2009

What do foreclosures in Windemere sell for? Well, as of April 12, 2009 ten foreclosures in Windemere in San Ramon have sold this year to date. 7 are single family homes and their median home price for foreclosures in Windemere in San Ramon is $745,000, although selling prices have ranged from $575,000 to $882,500. 3 are condos and townhomes and their median selling price is $490,000 although selling prices for foreclosures condos and townhomes in Windemere have ranged from $395,000 to $535,000. There are currently no foreclosure homes available for sale in Windemere. Address Listed@ Sold@ Type SqFt BR BA PB GarSp Sell $SqFt YrBlt Lot SqFt 715  Joree Lane $394,900 $395,000 CO 1211 2 2 0 2 $326 2004 0 2548  ROCKHAMPTON RD $479,900 $490,000 TH 2180 3 2 1 1 $225 2004 0 6328  BYRON LN $504,9... 04/12/2009

Market Snapshot for Gale Ranch -  Homes for Sale in Gale Ranch in San Ramon April 6th, 2009* - Four detached single family homes for sale in Gale Ranch actually sold in the month of March 2009. The median sales price of Gale Ranch homes was $669,000 for the month of March. All were spacious single family homes with a reported 1,623 to 3,205 square feet of living space ranging in selling price from $540,000 to $805,000. These homes spent an average of 43 days on the market. Gale Ranch is a desirable neighborhood and has some of the best homes for sale in San Ramon CA. San Ramon CA real estate sales are on the increase.  Additional details for the properties sold on the low and high end follow. Details on the home at 9611 Camassia Way in San Ramon, CA sold for $540,000 after 67 days on th... 04/07/2009

Market Snapshot for Homes for Sale in Windemere in San Ramon CA April 6th, 2009* - 10 detached single family homes for sale in Windemere actually sold in the month of March 2009. The median sales price of Windemere homes was $730,558 for the month of March. All were spacious single family homes with  a reported 1,646 to 4,645 square feet of living space ranging in sales price from $575,000 to $1,070,000. The homes that sold spent an average of 32 days on the market. Windemere is a desirable neighborhood and has some of the best homes for sale in San Ramon CA. San Ramon CA real estate sales are on the increase. Additional listing details on the least expensive and most expensive homes that sold during March follow. Details on the home at 2120 N Donovan Way in San Ramon, CA sold for $587,... 04/07/2009

The March 2009 median home price in San Ramon CA was $700,000 for single family detached homes*. There were 29 home sales of single family detached homes in San Ramon CA, the highest priced home sold for $1,720,000 (in the Bridges),  the lowest price home sold for $482,855. The average selling price of detached single family homes for March 2009 in San Ramon California was $734,750. Your San Ramon California real estate market update written April 4th, 2009. These homes were on the market an average of 58 days. See below for information on single family homes sold on the low and high end. Details on the home at 794 Winderside Circle in San Ramon, CA sold for $482,865 after 4 days on the market:   Details on the home at 5332 Cypress  Hawk Court in San Ramon, CA sold for $1,720,000 after ... 04/05/2009

On Wednesday, April 2, the California Association of REALTORS® announced the Housing Affordability Fund Mortgage Protection Program (MPP) for first-time home buyers. The MPP will provide up to $1,500 in mortgage payment assistance per month for six months to qualified first-time home buyers who lose their jobs due to a layoff.  The program is supported by a $1 million allocation from the the C.A.R. Housing Affordability Fund. C.A.R. anticipates it can serve up to 3,000 homeowners in 2009. To qualify for the Mortgage Protection Program, applicants must: Be a first-time home buyer - someone who has not owned a home in three or more years;  Open escrow April 2, 2009, or later, and close on or before Dec. 31, 2009; Use a California REALTOR® in the transaction; Purchase the property in Cali... 04/04/2009