Looking at December '10 to December '11, things look pretty stable with only a $2000 change in the median home price. But there sure have been some crazy swings in between. Further inspection of those individual records may provide more of the story - how many distressed sales, inventory supply, escrow time. The devil is in the details. This graph certainly depicts what I'm seeing in the market. A lower supply and much more demand. I expect that that December spike would have been higher if inventory was there to support it. With rents rising, investors are seeing the wisdom of properties that will cash flow higher than their mortgage payment. Lower days on market is also a reflection of supply and demand. Buyer are finding they must decide quickly on a property, or miss it altogether.... 01/14/2012

The median home price is up 5% over December of last year, but that alone doesn't tell the story.  Other than January of 2011, the median price of homes was higher every month than it was December of last year. Ending on a better note than the previous two months is always good. Now, let's see if it holds. Inventory is down 65% from the same time last year, making it more challenging for buyers in the market to find a property suited to their needs and budget. Demand feel more in December from last year to this. But with the lack of inventory it can help keep prices from plummeting. A 28% drop from last year to this is significant, but we'll have to compare total units sales overall to see what effect it had.   Shorter days on market during the spring, and longer fall and winter are to... 01/13/2012

Pearl St.Livermore, CA 94550 The 50s and 60s saw Livermore begin its time of suburban housing. From 1966-1973, Hoffman built Tempo, a fairly large subdivision of ranch-style homes with two car attached garages.  Located at the southwestern end of Livermore, this continues to be a popular housing tract due to the award-winning schools in the area. Lot sizes run from 6600-14,000 sq. ft. Floor plans size ranges:  1256-1350 sq. ft. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths 1376-1400 sq. ft. 3 or 4 bedrooms, 2 baths 1438-1488 sq. ft. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths 1785 sq. ft. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths  There is no Home Owners Association for this community.  Nearby Parks Pleasure Island Neighborhood Park is to the north of the Tempo development, and Ida Holm Park is to the south.  Schools:   Emma C. Smith Elementary School  Will... 01/12/2012

Lomitas Ave.Livermore, CA 94550 A busy builder during the late 60s, early 70s, Sunset Homes had several neighborhoods constructed in what is termed the ‘southside’ of the city. The Whispering Pines neighborhood is popular for the floor plans, as well as the ample lot sizes (7700-12,000). California Ranch in style, there are one and two story homes. Homes have attached 2 car garages, although there are a few with 3 car options. Some have fireplaces. Over the years, many homes have been remodeled or expanded, but these represent the basic models. Four Basic floor plans are available: Cypress, One Story - 1728 sq. ft. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths Imperial, One Story - 2128 sq. ft. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths Pinewood, Two Story – 2172 sq. ft. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths Silvertip, Two Story - 2291 sq. ft. 4 bedr... 01/11/2012

Jan 28 & 29, 2012 noon-5pm Fenestra Winery 83 Vallecitos Rd  Livermore, CA 925-447-5246 This is a favorite event in my household. Fenestra has a tasting room perfect for this event. Large enough to hold a crowd, but small enough to envelop you with the aromas of hot and tasty soups, and delectable wines.  Guest chefs and staffs, and have paired the soups and wines winningly. You’ll get an event glass and plate, as many soup samples as you want, plus recipes for the wonderful soups you’ll taste. I’ve added some of their past recipes to my regular family fae.  All this for $12.50 per person ($10 if you’re a Fanatics member. Kids and non-drinkers are $5.  01/10/2012

Peppertree Commons is a townhome community, offering a small community feel. Built by Morgan builders from 1985-1987, these 31 homes have a greenbelt and swimming pool to share. Located south of Portola, and east of Livermore Avenue, homes have patios and balconies, and are available with one and two car garages. Available Floorplans:  1241 sq. ft. – 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms 1321 sq. ft – 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms  HOA - This development does have an HOA, with dues of $300 month which includes common area maintenance and exterior maintenance, plus a pool and clubhouse.  Nearby Parks Peppertree Commons sits between two neighborhood parks – Lincoln Highway Park (also known as Portola Park), and Doolan Park.  Take your pick for some nice open space for walking the dog, or some play time w... 01/08/2012

Today and tomorrow, January 7th and 8th from 10-4. Even though we haven’t had much of a winter this year, colorful flowers are in short supply outdoors.   So step into the “Temple of Bloom” indoors at Alden Lane to experience the fragrance and beauty of orchids from around the world. Specialists will be on hand to provide informational seminars, answer questions AND you can purchase orchids in the “Orchid Marketplace”. Admission and parking is FREE.   Alden Lane Nursery981 Alden LaneLivermore, CA 94550925-447-0280   01/07/2012

Livermore CA Market Update |Single Family Homes - 2011 The Livermore residential real estate market for 2011 doesn’t show any drastic swings over the previous year, but there are some trends to note. Those in green are an improvement over 2010; those in red are not as positive. The good news though is current active Livermore listings show 40% distressed properties (bank-owned and short sales) which is quite a bit lower than in Alameda county as a whole (53%).  Interesting to note though – 50% of all units sold in 2011 were distressed properties, illustrating that buyers are not shying away from these purchases, but rather seeking them out for their perceived value. 1102 closed sales in 2011 versus 1091 in the same period in 2010. The average sold price is $438,912 in 2011 versus $447,0... 01/06/2012

This is always an interesting look at real estate in the three cities that make of up the Tri Valley. He’s how it shakes out for the past year: Dublin ·      Least expensive: $92,610 – This 1 bedroom, 1 bath condo was an REO, built in 1970. ·      Most expensive: $2,600,000 – 4 bedroom, 3 bath home on 12 acres, currently used as a horse property. The real value for this property was it’s development potential Pleasanton ·      Lease expensive: $98,000 – This 1 bedroom, 1 bath condo was an REO, built in 1972. ·      Most expensive: $3,000,000 – 6 bedroom, 6 bathroom home in Ruby Hills. This one sold in just 2 days! Livermore ·      Lease expensive: $68,000 - 1 bedroom, 1 bath condo at Castellano, on Murrieta Blvd. ·      Most expensive: $1,690,000 – this unique parcel had 3 homes on 14 a... 01/04/2012

December 2011 Livermore CA Real Estate Market Report Homes for Sale Livermore CA January 3, 2012 Homes for sale in Livermore CA are located in what is traditionally considered the easternmost city in the Bay Area before entrance to the Central Valley. Livermore was founded by William Mendenhall and named after Robert Livermore, his friend and a local rancher who settled in the area in the 1830s. Livermore CA real estate is also near the home of the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. Its south side, home to local vineyards, has developed several executive subdivisions near Ruby Hill (actually located in Pleasanton, CA). The city has also redeveloped its downtown district. Click here for more from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Single Family Homes For Sale in Livermore CA Currentl... 01/04/2012

Meadow DriveLivermore, CA 94551 On the northeast side of Vasco Rd. K & B Homes constructed these contemporary homes during 1995-1996. Both one and two story, with attached 2 car garages, you’ll find front porches, fireplaces and family rooms in many of the models. Lot sizes range from 6700-14,000 sq. ft. Four Basic floor plans are available: Rosemont, One Story - 1226 sq. ft 3 bedrooms, 2 baths Devonshire, One Story - 1415 sq. ft 3 bedrooms, 2 baths Roxbury, One Story – 1694 sq. ft 3 or 4 bedrooms, 2 baths Manchester, Two Story - 1817 sq. ft 4 bedrooms, 3 baths There is no Home Owners Association for this community. Nearby Parks Summit Park Neighborhood Park is just a few blocks away, with picnic tables, barbeque pits and a tot lot as well as plenty of open grass areas for playing. Scho... 01/01/2012

Columbine WayLivermore, CA 94551 This small development is just east of Springtown, and was built by Beck homs from 1996-1997. Semi custom two story homes, these have 4 basic home sizes, but can be expanded with bonus rooms or master suites. Exteriors are stucco, and roofs are tile or slate. Homes have fireplaces, cathedral ceilings and formal dining rooms. All have attached 2 car garages, with interior access. Lots vary greatly from 6800 to 16,000 sq. ft. Four Basic floor plans are available: 2202 sq. ft 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths 2313 sq. ft 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths 2365 sq. ft 4 or 5 bedrooms, 3 baths 2774 sq. ft 5 or 6 bedrooms, 3 baths There is no Home Owners Association for this community. Nearby Parks Bill Clark Neighborhood Park is close by, as is Springtown Golf Course. Schools: Altamo... 12/30/2011

Augusta WayLivermore, CA 94551 Contempory one and two story homes, Scenic Links were built from 1996-1998 north of Vasco road by MHB Homes. All have attached two car garages, front porches, fireplaces, stucco exteriors and tile roofs. Lot sizes run from 5000 to 6100 square feet. Four Basic floor plans are available: One Story - 1462 sq. ft 3 bedrooms, 2 baths Two Story – 1795 sq. ft 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths Two Story – 1795 sq. ft 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths Tri-Level – 2141 sq. ft 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths There is no Home Owners Association for this community. Nearby Parks Summit Neighborhood Park is close by, offering 4 acres of grassy play area, picnic tables and a tot lot. Schools: Altamont Creek Elementary School                                                OR Leo R. Croce Elementary School ... 12/28/2011

Shetland Rd.Livermore, CA 94551 Ranch style homes were still the rage when Hy Weisel built these single family homes between 1968 and 1971. Located just north of the Springtown area, the homes were originally constructed with composition shingle roofs, stucco exteriors and attached two car garages.  Some have fireplaces, and lot sizes run from 6500 to 900 square feet. Four Basic floor plans are available:  One Story - 1026 sq. ft 3 bedrooms, 2 baths One Story – 1120 sq. ft 3 bedrooms, 2 baths One Story – 1225 sq. ft 3 bedrooms, 2 baths One Story – 1349 sq. ft 4 bedrooms, 2 baths One Story – 1351 sq. ft 3 bedrooms, 2 baths One Story – 1418 sq. ft 4 bedrooms, 2 baths One Story – 1524 sq. ft 4 bedrooms, 2 baths  There is no Home Owners Association for this community.  Nearby Parks Marlin P... 12/26/2011

Lake Dr.Livermore, CA 94551 Stately describes this upscale development at the far northeast end of Livermore, just off of Laughlin Rd.  Warmington constructed these one and two story homes during 2000. Homes boast large lots, ranging in size from 16,000-19,000 sq. ft.  Available with attached 2 and 3 car garages. Four Basic floor plans are available: Adams, One Story - 2600 sq. ft 4 bedrooms, 2 baths Diablo, One Story - 2787 sq. ft 5 bedrooms, 3 baths Everest, Two Story – 2885 sq. ft 5 bedrooms, 3 baths McKinley, Two Story - 3137 sq. ft 4 or 5 bedrooms, 3 baths Whitney, Two Story – 3584 sq. ft 4 or 5 bedrooms, 3 baths There is a Home Owners Association for this community, at $79 per month. Nearby Parks Summit Park is the closet neighborhood park, but The Bluffs is also near to Brushy Pe... 12/24/2011

November 2011 Short Sale Homes For Sale Livermore CA Market Report Livermore CA Real Estate December 19, 2011 Single Family Short Sale Homes For Sale Livermore CA The first 5 listings of single family Short Sale homes for sale Livermore CA, sorted by newest listing date first, are displayed in this report. Showing properties 1 - 5 of 46. See more Livermore Single Family Short Sales. (all data current as of 12/19/2011) $289,000 : 5250 IRIS WAY, LIVERMORE 3 beds, 2 full baths Home size: 1,196 sq ft Lot size: 6,899 sq ft   $325,000 : 577 Alameda, LIVERMORE 3 beds, 2 full baths Home size: 1,366 sq ft Lot size: 5,999 sq ft   $749,000 : 2790 SAN MINETE DR, LIVERMORE 3 beds, 3 full baths Home size: 2,906 sq ft Lot size: 9,190 sq ft   $649,000 : 3972 DEVON PL, LIVERMORE 4 beds, 2 full, 1 part b... 12/20/2011

November 2011 Foreclosure Homes for Sale in Livermore CA Market Report Livermore CA Real Estate December 19, 2011 Single Family Foreclosure Homes For Sale Livermore CA The first 5 listings of single family foreclosure homes for sale Livermore CA, sorted by newest listing date first, are displayed in this report. Showing properties 1 - 5 of 26. See more Livermore Single Family Foreclosures. (all data current as of 12/19/2011) $236,900 : 1945 LOCUST ST, LIVERMORE 2 beds, 1 full bath Home size: 842 sq ft Lot size: 4,999 sq ft   $214,500 : 1286 LAMBAREN AVE, LIVERMORE 3 beds, 1 full bath Home size: 982 sq ft Lot size: 4,999 sq ft   $249,900 : 5199 PEONY DR, LIVERMORE 2 beds, 2 full baths Home size: 1,280 sq ft Lot size: 7,570 sq ft   $364,900 : 604 HAZEL ST, LIVERMORE 4 beds, 2 full baths H... 12/20/2011

Gelding LaneLivermore, CA 94551 Located on the northwest side of Vasco Rd, this neighborhood is adjacent to open space on the north side. Built by Schuler Homes fro 1998-2000, they are contemporary in design. Homes are one and two story, with attached two car garages and fireplaces. Four Basic floor plans are available:  Morgan, One Story - 1368 sq. ft 3 bedrooms, 2 baths Appaloosa, One Story - 1559 sq. ft 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths Palomino, Two Story – 1676 sq. ft 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths Thoroughbred, Two Story - 1856 sq. ft 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths  There is no Home Owners Association for this community.  Nearby Parks Christensen Park is nearby where you’ll find picnic tables, tot lots, soccer and softball fields.  Schools: Altamont Creek Elementary School                   OR  Leo R. Croce El... 12/18/2011

This may look like your average city building. And most days it is. This is the local police department in Livermore, CA. But every December, it’s turned into a gift center for Christmas, as the giving tree is set up and decorated with Christmas ornaments and lights, but also with the names of families who could use a little help to make their holidays brighter. This may look like your average city building. And most days it is. This is the local police department in Livermore, CA. But every December, it’s turned into a gift center for Christmas, as the giving tree is set up and decorated with Christmas ornaments and lights, but also with the names of families who could use a little help to make their holidays brighter. Yesterday, more helpers showed up to sort and wrap, prior to delive... 12/17/2011

Several members of our local real estate group visited one of the senior care centers in Livermore to share the Christmas spirit. Quail Gardens is a residential care facility for the elderly. This beautiful home, built in 1927 was bedecked and bejewel with Christmas lights and decorations. The residents were assembled in the large living room, awaiting our arrival. One of our members, a gifted guitarist, started strumming as we followed procession-like down the hall before taking our place in front of the group. It was wonderful to see their smiling faces as we sang familiar songs. Many of them joined in, including one woman who had just celebrated her 100th birthday the day before.  The staff and residents were very appreciative, but our little band of six carolers left with smiles on ... 12/16/2011