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The Luxury Side of Real Estate

Legends for LEGENDS: 6 Celebrated Previews Properties

It goes without saying: legendary homes belong with legendary visionaries. That is why Coldwell Banker Previews International® is sponsoring the 5th anniversary LEGENDS event, a three-day design extravaganza officially kicking off today and taking place through May 10.

“The event gives us an opportunity to tap its authority in the luxury design world, and expose our fine estate homes to a global affluent audience of collectors beyond the realm of conventional buyers,” said Betty Graham, president of Coldwell Banker Previews International® division for NRT. “We are proud to join the ranks of other event sponsors such as ELLE DECOR, House Beautiful, Veranda, 1stdibs, One Kings Lane and Dering Hall, securing an elite place among the most recognized names in the luxury home and décor space.”
The event’s 2013 theme is “Time Capsule: The Past Present and Future of Design,” giving Previews® an ideal opportunity to showcase legendary properties throughout the nation in front of an affluent, sophisticated audience. From a contemporary manse in Beverly Hills to an historic Minnesota estate built by a renowned family, we have hand-chosen six properties that are legendary either in scale, location, pedigree, history or design.

Le Palais

904 N Crescent Dr
Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Le Palais, located just steps from the historic Beverly Hills Hotel, is the latest realization of world-renowned developer Mohamed Hadid. Built in 2012, the classic French chateau-styled estate reveals master craftsmanship, opulent finishes and contemporary styling in over 48,000 square feet of space.

Gated Paul Williams Estate

9555 Heather Rd
Beverly Hills, CA 90210

This gated and private 1.3 acre estate was originally built by Paul Williams in 1941 for Bert Lahr, the lion in the Wizard of Oz, and later owned by Betty Grable, Harry James, Paul McCartney and other famous residents. Recently remodeled, the main house offers the ultimate in privacy and a rich New England style reminiscent of Ralph Lauren.

Tobin Clark Estate

40 Verbalee Ln
Hillsborough, CA 94010

Set on a hilltop just south of San Francisco, this magnificent 400-acre estate was commissioned in the 1920s for Mrs. Celia Tobin Clark, a member of one of the Peninsula’s most prominent families. The Cotswold Tudor mansion was designed by David Adler, and became known simply as the “House-on-Hill.”

Schweppe Estate

405 North Mayflower Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045

The Schweppe Estate is known as one of Illinois’ most architecturally significant residences on Lake Michigan. The English Renaissance estate was the gift of Mrs. Schweppe’s father—Marshall Field, the founder of Chicago’s eponymous department stores, and the company’s president John G. Shedd.

Casa Casuarina

1116 Ocean Dr
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Formerly owned by Gianni Versace, Casa Casuarina was said to be inspired by the colonial palace where the family of Christopher Columbus once lived. The legendary waterfront estate was originally built in 1930 and renovated by Versace beginning in 1992.

Pillsbury Mansion

1400 Bracketts Point Road
Orono, MN 55391

The historic Pillsbury mansion rests on 13 acres and commands an exclusive peninsula on Lake Minnetonka just minutes from downtown Minneapolis. The property was originally owned by John S. and Eleanor Pillsbury, son and daughter-in-law of the co-founder of the renowned grain producer and food

As always, we wish you prosperous San Francisco real estate hunting.

Thea Miller, Real Estate Representation (415) 229-1218
Theamiller@PreviewSFHomes.com

Janis Stone, Real Estate Representation (866) 224-8024

Janis@PreviewSFHomes.com

Michael DiVita, Mortgage Finance Support (800) 239-1103
Michael@DiVitaHome.com

Fixer – Great Opportunity- First Open Sunday April 21st 2:00-4:00

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	Just Listed! Potrero Hill Home Open Sunday 2-4PM
	2004 22nd St, San Francisco

New Listing for Sunday Open 2-4pm

This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home has been in the same family since the early 1900′s and was remodeled but could use an updated look. It has a lovely yard, west views from the master bedroom and a large garage with space to expand. There was a death on the property 2 years ago.

Offered at $649,000


	Janis Stone & Thea Miller
	866.224.8024/ 415.336.6019

	DRE# 00517072/ DRE# 01382829
	janis@sfresidence.com/ Thea.Miller@cbnorcal.com
	www.SFResidence.com

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Why We Love NYC

admin — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 19:38:10 +0000

Pierre Penthouse, Asking $125M, Now NYC’s Priciest Listing

Wednesday, April 3, 2013Have a nomination for a jaw-dropping listing that would make a mighty fine House of the Day? Get thee to the tipline and send us your suggestions. We’d love to see what you’ve got.

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Location: New York, N.Y.
Price: $125,000,000
The Skinny: Manhattan listings officially hit the stratosphere this week, with the first public listing of the Pierre penthouse, for a whopping $125M. That price easily makes it the most expensive public listing in the city, and at least $30M more than the city’s previous record sale. The 16-room spread was not originally intended as residential space—the grand living room was once the hotel’s ballroom—so there are some shortcomings, like the fact that, thanks to the tower’s east-west orientation, the ballroom’s towering windows don’t directly face Central Park. The master bedroom also lacks park views, peering out over the East River instead. Still, 12,000 square feet atop an iconic Manhattan hotel was never going to come cheap. It sure didn’t when the late financier Martin Zweig paid a record $21.5M for the place back in 1999—and proceeded to pay more than $30,000 a month in maintenance. In 2004, Zweig attempted a $70M sale, but after receiving no acceptable offers, removed it from the market. The financier passed away in February and his widow is now trying to capitalize on Manhattan’s recent trophy property boom, but chances are this place won’t move too quickly. As always, we wish you prosperous San Francisco real estate hunting.

Thea Miller, Real Estate Representation (415) 229-1218
Theamiller@PreviewSFHomes.com

Janis Stone, Real Estate Representation (866) 224-8024

Janis@PreviewSFHomes.com

Michael DiVita, Mortgage Finance Support (800) 239-1103
Michael@DiVitaHome.com

Giants Tickets Are Here!

admin — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 05:37:27 +0000

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Dear Friends,

Once again we have renewed our season tickets at AT&T park in Lower Box 121, Row 40, Seats 5 & 6 which we love to share with our friends and clients who do business with us.

We have a limited number of Giants tickets to start off the month of April. If you miss out on these, please watch for our April newsletter for more!

Preseason:

Day Date Time VS Promo

Thurs. 28-Mar 7:15 OAK Grab bag 10,000

Fri. 29-Mar 7:15 OAK Grab bag 10,000

Regular Season:

Day Date Time VS Promo

Sun. 7-Apr 1:05 STL WS Champ ring 40,000

Mon. 8-Apr 7:15 COL Magnet Schedule 20,000

Wed. 10-Apr 12:45 COL

Sincerely,

Janis Stone & Thea Miller

SFResidence.com

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San Francisco, CA 94109

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NEW LISTING Coming Soon

admin — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 23:05:12 +0000

NEW LISTING in HOT Dog Patch area, coming soon!

1011 23^rd St. #5

$649,000

Sexy loft with a private patio. Live/work in this loft with high end finishes, hardwood floors, 1.5 baths, and parking just blocks from Third Street transportation and Dog Patch restaurants and shopping. Photos will be posted soon. Please feel free to contact us for details or to schedule a showing.

As always, we wish you prosperous San Francisco real estate hunting.

Thea Miller, Real Estate Representation (415) 229-1218
Theamiller@PreviewSFHomes.com

Janis Stone, Real Estate Representation (866) 224-8024

Janis@PreviewSFHomes.com

Michael DiVita, Mortgage Finance Support (800) 239-1103
Michael@DiVitaHome.com

Thea Miller - DRE #01382829

TRI COLDWELL BANKER
1699 Van Ness Ave.
San Francisco, CA 94109
“The nicest compliment you can give me is to refer others within your circle”

347 Mullen Our Listing Closed Today And Broke The Sales Record For Bernal Heights

admin — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 22:36:44 +0000

Real Estate Sold

Our listing, we represented the happy seller of 347 Mullen, it closed today for $2,000,000. $305,000 over asking. It is now the most expensive single-family home sale in Bernal Heights for at least the last three years.

Less than a month ago we told you about 347 Mullen in Bernal Heights. In 2008 the property was a vacant lot that sold for $399K. Shoot forward to February 28 and the big abode you see above had landed on the market asking $1,695,000. With that price tag, the 4-bed, 3.5-bath, 3,000 sq. ft. newly constructed home was the most expensive home for sale in the neighborhood. It sold today for $2,000,000, or $305,000 over asking. 347 Mullen is now the most expensive single-family home sale in Bernal Heights for at least the last three years.

If you would like more information about this sale, or have any other real estate questions, please feel free to contact us.

As always, we wish you prosperous San Francisco real estate hunting.

Thea Miller, Real Estate Representation (415) 229-1218
Theamiller@PreviewSFHomes.com

Janis Stone, Real Estate Representation (866) 224-8024

Janis@PreviewSFHomes.com

Michael DiVita, Mortgage Finance Support (800) 239-1103
Michael@DiVitaHome.com

TRI COLDWELL BANKER
1699 Van Ness Ave.
San Francisco, CA 94109
“The nicest compliment you can give me is to refer others within your circle”

Giants Season Tickets Are Here!

admin — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 19:33:12 +0000

Hi everyone,

Our Giants season tickets arrived last week! The first home game is April 5!

We are happy to share them with friends and clients who have done business with us!

Please contact me for availability;

Thea@PreviewSFHomes.com-415-229-1218

Global luxury real estate market showing ‘strong momentum’

admin — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 18:08:25 +0000

Report: Wealthy continue to pay top dollar for trophy properties

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The international luxury real estate market remains relatively immune to the economic and political trends that drive the general housing market and is off to strong start in 2013, according to a report from high-end real estate affiliate network Christie’s International Real Estate.

The report compared 10 top property markets around the world: London, New York, Hong Kong, Paris, San Francisco, France’s Cote d’Azur, Toronto, Dallas, Los Angeles, and Miami. The company, a subsidiary of Christie’s auction house, also rolled out a new index, the Christie’s International Real Estate Index, which ranks markets across metrics such as record sales price, prices per square foot, percentage of non-local and international purchasers, and the number of luxury listings relative to population.

The 10 markets were also chosen for the network’s strong market share locally. Christie’s International Real Estate has 125 affiliated brokerages in 41 countries.

London, which topped the index, achieved a record sales price of more than $121 million for a residential property in 2012, followed by an $88 million sale in New York. In all of the cities studied except Dallas and Toronto, the highest sales price for the year exceeded $35 million, the report said.

Economist Robert Shiller has predicted U.S. home prices will rise only one or two percent a year in inflation-adjusted terms for the next half decade due to “lingering uncertainties” in world economies, the report said. By contrast, a study by the The Boston Consulting Group expects global sales of personal luxury goods, such as fine art, to grow about 7 percent annually through 2014, assuming there are no new major economic crises, the report added.

“Except where there is government intervention luxury residential real estate values will likely follow luxury goods and not the general housing market, and are therefore poised to increase in many of the cities studied in 2013,” the report said. “This is particularly true as (high-net-worth individuals) turn their luxury investments toward nonconsumables and experiential luxury products that have lasting value.”

As always, we wish you prosperous San Francisco real estate hunting.

Thea Miller, Real Estate Representation (415) 229-1218
Theamiller@PreviewSFHomes.com

Janis Stone, Real Estate Representation (866) 224-8024

Janis@PreviewSFHomes.com

Michael DiVita, Mortgage Finance Support (800) 239-1103
Michael@DiVitaHome.com

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Mar. 3, 2013

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Hello from Janis and Thea

The market statistics for February sales are now online. The number of homes sold was almost the same as they were in January, pretty impressive for such a short month. Once again, single family homes under $2M were the winners selling, on average OVER 100% of the list price and have for the last 24 months.

There are SO MANY buyers looking and so few properties on the market. This situation is driving prices up at the fastest rate since 2004. We have been hearing stories of houses priced near what was thought to be market value and having 20+ offers and going for 20% over market. The most common scenario for homes under $2 million is receiving 4-7 offers, and the house selling over the asking price.

The hottest areas are those that are close to freeway access to the South Bay and near the transportation pick-ups for the tech companies. Our new listing in Bernal Heights at 347 Mullen is getting tremendous activity with over 100 parties viewing the home in just the 3 days we have had it on the market. So if anyone you know is thinking of selling, now is the time. As long as the demand is not being satisfied the prices will continue to rise.

We are getting ready to gear up for baseball season as spring training has officially started. Our Giants calendars should be going out in the next few weeks, so watch for them in the mail. If you are not on the snail mail list and would like to receive our Giants schedule, just shoot an e-mail to mick@sfresidence.com with your address, and he will take care of you.

Think of us if you have friends or clients who are interested in buying or selling in San Francisco and you will be eligible to receive a pair of great seats to see the World Champion Giants!

Summer is coming….. Remember to turn your clocks ahead next Saturday night before going to bed (March 9^th) for Daylight Savings time—Yeah!

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Sales Activity
JUST LISTED	Bernal Heights Custom VIEW Home
	Stunning, custom built Bernal Heights View home with many designer and “Green” features built in 2011. Situated on a 45 foot wide lot this home offers a fabulous open floor plan, 10′ high ceilings and 8′ high doors throughout, vaulted ceilings on one bedroom level; 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, Bay views all three floors, family room opening out to the yard; laundry room with a view; 3 car garage, solar panels, radiant heat, sound system with Sonance in ceiling speakers & alarm system. The location is in a secret balmy “banana belt” of coveted Bernal Heights, with immediate access to Downtown and the Peninsula. Listed at $1,695,000
FOR SALE	Russian Hill Co-op
	Spectacular Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz & North Bay VIEWS from this 10th floor 2 bedroom, 1 bath cooperative apartment. The open floor plan allows you to enjoy views from almost any room and a slate terrace is accessible from the living room & master bedroom. Fabulous City views are seen from the guest bedroom, breakfast area & remodeled kitchen. There is 1 car parking & storage. The co-op is being sold fully furnished so you can move in immediately! The HOA fees include all utilities. The Fontana East is a full service cooperative building with doorman service, guest parking. Great location near Ghirardelli, Aquatic Park great restaurants, shopping and transportation. Perfect front row seats for the upcoming America’s Cup. Listed at $1,195,000
SOLD	Russian Hill Co-op
	Enjoy Bay views, the America’s cup or city views from this 2 bedroom, 2 bath NW corner coop. The open floor plan allows you to enjoy views from almost any area in the apartment. A wrap around terrace is accessible from the living room or master bedroom and fabulous City views are seen from the breakfast area and kitchen. There are also views of Fort Mason to the west through floor to ceiling windows throughout the unit. The Fontana West is a full service cooperative building with 24 hour doormen, a heated pool and guest parking. Additionally there is an area in the garage to wash your car. Listed at $849,000 Sold for $825,000
See you next month!
Janis Stone DRE# 00517072	Thea Miller DRE# 01382829

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Outlook Bright For U.S. And International Real Estate In 2013

admin — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 01:05:45 +0000

As usual San Francisco leads the pack:

Momentum continues to build in the housing market, domestically and internationally, and it appears that the real estate recovery is for real.

On the domestic front, I have taken notice of a positive trend in pricing, volume, inventory and sentiment across the country.

I contend that housing will remain as one of the brightest areas of the U.S. economy and will likely be an engine of future growth for the anemic state of the current U.S. economic recovery.

Three statistics that we, at Hennion & Walsh, generally review when we assess the housing market are existing single-family home sales and prices, inventory and months of excess supply as well as pending home sales.

A review of these three data points, as provided by the National Association of Realtors as of November 2012, shows that existing home sales continue to improve in terms of sales volume, rather dramatically over the course of the prior one year period, in all regions of the United States, within all price points, with the exception of less expensive homes under $100,000 in the West region.

Regional Sales by Price
Existing Single Family Homes
November 2012

Source: National Association of Realtors, November 2012

The aforementioned 2012 gains in sales have occurred without the price discounts, or government program incentives, that we have seen in previous years, and are expected to continue throughout 2013. To this end, according to the November 2012 Realtors Confidence Index Survey, all states are expected to experience home price increases over the course of the next twelve months with states such as California, Texas and Florida forecasted as having the highest price increases and states in the Northeast, such as New York, predicted to have the lowest prices increases.

Inventory levels have also fallen significantly over the past year as the months of excess supply have fallen by nearly 33%, from 7.3 months to 4.9 months.

Months of Supply (Seasonally Adjusted)
Existing Single Family Homes
November 2012

Source: National Association of Realtors, November 2012

Finally, pending home sales also improved in November 2012, rising 1.7% for the month and nearly 10% on a year-over-year basis. Pending Home Sales is a forward looking indicator for the housing market as it is based on contract signings, as opposed to deal closings, so any reported increases often suggest better days ahead for housing. Hence, the long term trends appear to be signaling that a mounting recovery with respect to the U.S. real estate market is taking place and gaining steam.

Despite all of the positive results, and associated optimism, with respect to the U.S. housing market, it could be argued that international real estate may actually be worthy of more attention. As the chart below indicates, through September 30, 2012, although North America registered some impressive returns year-to-date (YTD), they were bested by several other international regions.

Source: FTSE, MSCI as of 09/30/2012. “Global Real Estate Investment Commentary, 3^rd Quarter 2012, The Tuckerman Group.” Past performance is not a guarantee of future results.

I believe, at this time, that the trend of positive performance for global real estate will continue in 2013, with international markets likely outpacing domestic markets again.

As always, we wish you prosperous San Francisco real estate hunting.

Thea Miller, Real Estate Representation (415) 229-1218
Theamiller@PreviewSFHomes.com

Janis Stone, Real Estate Representation (866) 224-8024

Janis@PreviewSFHomes.com

Michael DiVita, Mortgage Finance Support (800) 239-1103
Michael@DiVitaHome.com