Here are the home sale stats for the County of Santa Clara, California.  Home of Silicon Valley.  This first chart is for Single Family Homes.  This type of home does not share any interest with any other properties.  Looking over the stats, inventory continues to drop, but not rapidly.  Pending sales are also slowing, as are closed transactions.  This seems to be a normal sales pattern as we head toward winter.  Inventory is lower than last year, which can tighten the market. This chart is going over condo/town home market.  Inventory in this type of dwelling is dropping, and pendings are staying steady...  This would seem to indicate that this market is tightening.  Sales are staying steady, so this market would look as if it were a sellers market. If you are interested in buying or s... 09/03/2011

The city of Cupertino is a great place to live.  Tucked into the foothills, and boasting some of the best schools in California.   This first chart shows the history of sales and inventory in Single Family Homes.  These are detached homes, that are NOT multi-unit or shared ownership type homes.  As we approach the end of summer, you can see inventory is still rising.  Last year, our height was in the 130 unit range, but that was at the beginning of summer.  In the last two years, inventory usually is dropping at this time of year.  At the same time, sales off along with pendings.   This next chart is for Condo/Town Home/shared interest properties.  This chart is showing something different from the one above.  You are seeing inventories drop, pending sales increase making the market a b... 09/02/2011

What's the market like in Cupertino CA? Cupertino California is a suburban town in the Silicon Valley, notably home to Apple Computer and other high-tech firms. The 2000 census gives it a population of 50,546. For more demographic information, check AreaConnect On 9.1.2011, here's what is going on in the single-family home market: Active listings: 83, ranging in price from $658,000-$2,999,888 Pending sales: 31, ranging in price from $590,000-$1,449,000 Closed escrows since 7.1.11: 23, sales prices between $729,999-$2,430,000 One of the homes that closed escrow earlier this week is 21547 Rosario Avenue, this well cared for, updated and remodeled 4-bedroom, 3-bath home. Built in 1972, it was sold by the original owners, a family that treasured their memories of growing, laughing, loving a... 09/02/2011

Silicon Valley Fall Festival - Sept 10, 2011.  Memorial Park, Cupertino CA      Come to the Fall Festival in September! It's Free It will be at Memorial Park, in Cupertino It's a celebration of the Earth and the Moon There will be health and safety displays Ways to go GREEN A Multi-Country fair An International Food Court Free Parking at De Anza College, right across the street! This awesome event is presented by the Rotary Club of Cupertino and the  World Journal.   Please visit www.sv-fallfestival.com for more info!       -Chris Alston   Do you follow me on twitter? www.twitter.com/chris_alston   09/01/2011

As you know, there has been (and still is) lots of construction in and around Cupertino High School.  To help alleviate the traffic issues, CHS has a few pointers. If Driving: Try to carpool, to lower the amount of cars on Finch Ave Try riding your bike, to also lower the cars on Finch Ave during construction. Try taking the bus, mass transit works! If you are dropping of students, try to use Miller, Tantau and Stevens Creek. And please obey the traffic rules, and watch for cyclists. If you are driving, and parking at school you will need a 2011-2012 parking permit.  This includes the student lot and the bank parking lot nearer Stevens Creek in Finch.  You can purchase them for $15 for the year at the ASB office.  You get a break till Sept 9th, then fines will start.   Have a great scho... 08/31/2011

Cupertino High School Football Stadium is completing its entrance plaza, and needs your help!  By buying a brick or two (or more), you becoming part of the history of CHS. Help finish the plaza by providing a brick in your name, a favorite sport of yours, a teacher you remember or just a shout out! The project is currently under way, so if you wait to long, the opportunity will pass you by!  It is scheduled to be completed this fall. The actual design of the entrance will have all of the donated bricks, and will stand the test of time. If you are interested in donating, please follow this link. https://chs.engravedbricks.com/ Prices: 4X8 inch brick is $175            8X8 inch brick is $325.     -Chris Alston CHS Alumni   08/31/2011

The Cupertino High School yearly student pictures will have a re-take day on September 6th. So if you forgot, weren't there or just need to retake, mark your schedue for this chance to make it up. Picture Re-Takes, September 6th, 2011 The will take place in the Wagon Wheel on the campus of Cupertino High School. Students are reminded to NOT miss class to retake their pictures.  Use your free time, brunch and lunch, and of course before and after school. Now you know, the yearbook doesn't come out till the end of the year, right?   Chris Alston CHS Alumni   08/31/2011

Here is an update of bank-owned foreclosure homes (REO) offered for sale in Cupertino as of August 30, 2011.  See one you like?  Drop me a line (john@jsrealproperty.com) and I’ll send you more information, then let’s take a look!   Type Bed/Bath Price Square Feet Notes Single family 5/4 $1,799,900 2,200 32 days on market Condo 3/2 $615,000 1,506 New on market!   Would you like to receive email alerts when foreclosure, short sale, or traditional sale properties come on the market?  Visit my web site at www.jsrealproperty.com to use my RealtyTrac® distressed property search or my full MLS property search system. NOTE:  There are 105 total homes (single family, condos, townhomes) on the market in Cupertino as of today, but only 2 bank-owned properties. Questions?  Drop me a line at john@js... 08/30/2011

Cupertino Schools Back to School Supplies By Michelle Carr-Crowe, San Jose Lynbrook High Homes Selling Expert Back to school time creeps up on parents and children alike within the competitive Cupertino Schools areas of San Jose, Santa Clara, Cupertino, Sunnyvale, Saratoga and Los Altos. The pressure is high to perform well, early and consistently, in order to secure acceptance into a prestigious college. The difficulty for many families with children in the Cupertino Union School District and the Fremont Union High School District is the students often need two back to school supplies list – one for the first day of school with the basics, and another list from the teacher(s) after school starts that includes specific items (such as scientific calculators). To avoid spending money unne... 08/28/2011

As a life-long resident of Silicon Valley it saddens me to learn that yesterday, Steve Jobs resigned his position as CEO of Apple computers.  It was only a few months ago that Steve appeared before the Cupertino City Council to discuss Apple’s big plans for the Cupertino campus. Big Plans for Apple Computer in Cupertino CASome say Steve’s resignation came as no surprise given he was on medical leave since January 2011.  Tim Cook, the current COO will become CEO of Apple.  Steve is not leaving Apple as he will serve as Chairman of the Board.Steve is a true visionary. I cannot imagine the company without his hands-on touch. No doubt he will be missed as CEO.     Steve Jobs has been referred to as “The Babe Ruth of Silicon Valley.” I won’t speculate on Steve’s health as that is a private m... 08/25/2011

Win a Walk-On Role on GLEE! Do you, your family, friends or even clients like or even love the TV show GLEE? If you or someone you know wants to get up close and personal with GLEE or wants to learn more about how to have the ultimate GLEEk experience and WIN A WALK ON ROLE ON THE TV SHOW GLEE. Check out the Facebook contest tie-in with the new GLEE 3D movie. http://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=232695953433038 The Entry period: August 13 thru August 26 so hurry and get yours in today! I know this post has nothing to do with homes for sale in Cupertino schools, however an event like this sure adds to the fun of life.   I enjoy sharing fun and free opportunities with my current and future friends and clients like you. If that's an approach you appreciate, kindly put my name and phone... 08/25/2011

203k loans are strong in San JoseEducating the local Realtor Communities on the FHA 203k loan program. is paramount in getting them closed fast. If you need a presentation in-house for your group or association please contact us and we'll get it set up. It really makes allot of sense when you think about it. If you are all educated in the ways of this loan product it is easier to present and to accept these loans.It is so rewarding to have a buyer get their home fixed up and turned into their dream home. If you haven't already heard the FHA maximum mortgage amount currently (10-14-2023) is $1,089,300, and 4-units up to $2,095,200If you want higher loan amouns there are other programs that you use to purchase and renovate up to $3,000,000. Call us. 08/15/2011

Klout Why Won't You Connect My Tumblr, Blogger, Last.fm, Instagram and Flickr Accounts? by Michelle Carr-Crowe Klout, you made this exciting announcement that you were connecting five other sites to measure influence: Tumblr, Blogger, Last.fm, Instagram and Flickr. Yay! I'm already on all of the other web sites that Klout measures: www.Twitter.com, Facebook, YouTube, FourSquare and LinkedIn. I blog (a lot) on Blogger, WordPress, my own websites (www.MichelleJudyCarr.com and www.homeschoolvalue.com) and ActiveRain. I rely on social media and blogging to communicate about San Jose homes for sale, Cupertino real estate and Saratoga properties. I've tried to connect all five of the new sites (Tumblr, Blogger, Last.fm, Instagram and Flickr) and the result is either of the following: nothing.... 08/10/2011

CUPERTINO HOME SALES IN JULY 2011 The Map and Table show all Cupertino home sales in July 2011 as reported on the local Multiple Listing Service (MLSlistings, Inc.).  The first column on the Table corresponds to the Map Number.  "DOM" shown on the Table's right column is Days on Market; that is, how many days were needed to sell the home.  Averages are shown on the bottom line of the table.  The long-term average (since July '98) sale price of homes sold in Cupertino and the county can be viewed here. To discuss the Cupertino real estate market, or your Real Estate situation, please don't hesitate to call or e-mail me.  As a Realtor since 1976 I understand the complexity of the market.  The lessons I've learned from 35 years of real estate sales experience benefit my clients from planni... 08/10/2011

Cupertino and County Average Home Price, July 1998 Through July 2011; Market Report The Graph shows the Average (mean) Sale Price of Single Family Residences sold in Cupertino and Santa Clara County each July from 1998 through July 2011 according to the local Multiple Listing Service (MLSListings, Inc.). The July 2011 Cupertino Average Sale Price of $1,128,941 was down 6% compared to July 2010.  My impression is the drop occured from the mix of homes sold, not from a real reduction in market value.  In fact, 21 of the 32 Cupertino sales were either for full asking price or above.  With its coveted Cupertino School District, Cupertino remains an attractive location for todays young families with school-aged children.  Last month's Cupertino Median Sale Price Market Report can be found he... 08/10/2011

Listings and Sales of Cupertino Homes; a Real Estate Market Report July 1998 through July 2011 The Graph shows the number of Cupertino, CA Listings (i.e., homes put on the market For Sale) and the number of Sales each July from 1998 through 2011 according to the local Multiple Listing Service (MLSListings, Inc.).   In July 2011, fewer Cupertino homes sold than any July since, at least, 1998.  Sales were down 28% compared to average, but have remained fairly steady since July 2006. The number of Cupertino homes put on the market For Sale (i.e., "Listed" For Sale) declined 22% compared to the July average.  Because both Supply (new Listings) and Demand (Sales) have maintained an general equilibrium, prices have remained fairly steady.   In fact, 15 of the 32 Cupertino sales in July were f... 08/09/2011

   You & the People You Care About are Invited ...to Michelle's Get RE$ult$ Team's First Look at Our NEW CUPERTINO Office Open House !!Sun., August 7th from 1:30-4:30Treats, Tours & Chances for FREE PRIZES, too !!      Saratoga San Jose Lynbrook High Homes experts and Cupertino homes selling specialists   08/03/2011

It's that time again, time to talk about the housing market in the City of Cupertino.  This first graph is for single family homes.  (detached homes) As you can see from the month end (July 2011) we are seeing ain increase in the amount of homes that are for sale.  Last year our peak was June, as this year it has shifted to July.  Will we see an increase into August?  The number of homes going into contract has decreased and is lower than one year ago.  The number of sales is higher than last year, but lower than last month. This second graph is for condo and townhome ownership.  The number of listings is increase y-t-d but still lower than the same time last year.  The number of homes going into contract is holding steady and the number of sales is continuing to be rocky. Still, Cupert... 08/03/2011

by Michelle Carr-Crowe, San Jose real estate agent What are the New Most Important Elements on Business Cards? After 22 years at Altas Realy, I just joined Keller Williams Cupertino and I'm in the process of ordering new signs and new business cards. Before I do, I would love to get input and perspective (and maybe even some tips, do's and don'ts) from my ActiveRain colleagues on what to keep and what to leave off. I know the most important are my name, phone number, email, website, fax #, California Dept. of Real Estate License number and broker name and address. Some people say agent image photos are good, others say icons are better. (I wish agents would stop the boudoir/glamour shots though, looks like some are selling the wrong product line if you know what I mean). What about QR c... 07/28/2011

Real Estate Recovery-Silicon Valley CA-a Cupertino Story Stats for the first half of 2011: single-family homes in Cupertino that closed escrow: 185 median sales price: $1,115,000; average days on market: 36; percent sales price to list price: 100.26% My story: 8 days ago I listed a home for sale at 21547 Rosario Avenue, Cupertino Broker tour last Thursday saw about 65 agents through the house Open houses on Saturday and Sunday afternoons had roughly 34 groups through--each day! As of last night 8 disclosure packages had been downloaded, with 2 confirmed written offers I'll be meeting with the seller tonight to present to him all offers I've received by 5:00 PM today. Is there a real estate recovery? You bet, and it's in full swing in Cupertino California! 07/27/2011