Palo Alto Weather Palo Alto, California is a beautiful place to live.  It is filled with a mild climate and many blue sky days with beautiful white puffy clouds. The weather averages around 58 degrees through the year and the high's are typically in the high 80's during the HOT months.  The summer seems short compared to may other parts of the United States.  It gets warm around July and will stay warm until October.  Of course warm is really around the mid-70's.  The area is on what is called the 'Peninsula', which is the western side of the South San Francisco Bay. The inland areas, closer to the East Bay and further east experience very hot temperatures during the summer months.  We hear about the heat from areas like Pleasanton, Livermore and Tracy.  Further south, towards Gilroy; ... 07/31/2016

                                  Sam Shueh  Realty One Group                                                  Silicon Valley, CA   This area encompass Palo Alto, CA. It is known for its excellent schools and Stanford University and birth of Silicon Valley. With many recent high technology like HP, Quora, Tesla and start-ups. The homes are close to high technology job centers and public schools are exceptionally good.                                                                  Palo Alto in relation to Santa Clara County                                       Single Family homes: 3 br+, 2 bath+ (1300-2000 sf)                                                      Total listings SFH = 45                              Inventory: 0.8 month (2.5 month is healthy)                           ... 06/24/2016

Rent Payments Can Really Add Up!No matter how much you pay in rent, you might be surprised what it adds up to over the years. Investing your money is a wiser financial choice. With the current home prices and mortgage rates, this is an excellent time to look into buying your own home in East Palo Alto, California. Rent Payments Can Really Add Up! No matter how much you pay in rent, you might be surprised what it adds up to over the years. Investing your money is a wiser financial choice. With the current home prices and mortgage rates, this is an excellent time to look into buying your own home in Burlingame, California. Common Concerns of Renters and Homeowners - Advantages and Considerations BUYINGProperty builds equityResponsible for maintenanceTax deductible mortgage interest*Respon... 05/20/2016

And we have a Winner!    Today was a good day for one of our local Palo Alto news providers.  The well-read Palo Alto Weekly won an award.  The award is for First Place for Online General Excellence in the California Newspaper Publishers Associations Better Newspapers Contest.  According to the newspapers Instagram post, the newspaper also received 12 additional First and Second Place Awards for a whopping total of 13 Awards received. For full coverage of the contest, head over to www.paloaltoonline.com or follow this direct link to the story.  05/02/2016

 Robert Swetz thinks Mark Zuckerberg & Facebook are OK in his eyes ...  Robert Swetz aka Vegas Bob came across some nasty posts and comments about Mark Zuckerberg loaded on Facebook. So I started to think for a minute, Mark is not running for the Presidency or Political position.Mark Zuckerberg is a highly intelligent person that created an idea that made him a billionaire. Now I may not totally agree on the Facebook network and or not like everything about it, but I can choose to have accounts on Facebook or I can choose not to.I really don't like the connection of the FBI and or United States Governments part of Facebook and or privacy issues, but it's our choice to be a part of Facebook.  All in all I think Mark Zuckerberg has done some great work for charities across the work, along... 04/14/2016

Palo Alto had the most number of professionals with attorneys, physicians and academic professionals who had full employment. The number of home owners who bought the properties with cash or have no mortgage did not prompt to any sizable home value loss. Its price erosion stayed 15 months. The unemployment rate in PA was ½ of other cities in the south Bay at 7% and recovered in Q2 2010. By mid-2015 it remained at 2.4%.  PALO ALTO SINGLE FAMILY HOMEs   1200-2000 sf 3 br, 2 bath+   Months downturn   $/sf AVG sold $ during Great Recession 10 yr price change 206% 204%   15 months         1,697 homes 5 years 195% 192%                   3 years 159% 157%                   last yr   -2015 115% 113%                   baseline           2005 $761/sf $1.216M       2015 $1,565/sf $2.482M        Du... 01/18/2016

Welcome to the The Neighborhood Post, a weekly newsletter covering interesting real estate happenings here in California's Bay Area.  Enjoy and please leave a comment :)  If you have a question about the local real estate market, please feel free to connect for a no obligation, confidential consultation.  650-382-2880. 01/01/2016

Palo Alto, CA 94306 - Market Overview There are currently 10 homes on the market in Palo Alto, CA 94306.  The area that contains portions of the Midtown and Barron Park neighborhoods has seen low inventory for most of the year and appears to be on a holding patter for low inventory moving into the holidays. The new year is forecast tor bring El Nino to the area and hopefully, new listings, too. Below you will find a sampling of the types of properties on the market in Palo Alto, CA 94306.  12/08/2015

Getting an annual home value report from a trusted real estate professional is a good habit to build, especially in a changing market.  And markets do change daily, so an annual report would be something to do if you are not planning for ten years or more.  Of course, if you are considering moving in less than ten years, it would be highly recommended to receive quarterly market reports; and consider monthly reports if you are thinking of moving in the next twenty-four months.  If you would like a personalized report, please use the form above and we will get one to you asap.  Call 650-382-2880 for a private consultation. 12/07/2015

                                        Sam Shueh  SamShuehRealtor@gmail.com (four-o-eight) 425-1601                                                                     your local realtor since 2005                                                                         Total listings SFH =27                                                  Inventory: 1.1 month (2.5 month is healthy)                                                  unemployment rate=2.5%                                                         Sold/Asked=107.7%                                                         Marketing time= 14 days                                                         Avg home(1200-1999 sf) *                                         $2.238M  (2015 Nov)    $2.08M (1 yr ago)   +7.5%               ... 12/04/2015

Pending Sale - 360 Everett Avenue 3A, Palo Alto, CA 94301Sometimes sellers are concerned that putting their property on the market around the holidays is a bad idea. However, a properly priced and marketed property will sell in the Silicon Valley regardless of the time of year, so if the time is right for the seller, there's no need to wait.Here's a tale of 360 Everett Avenue 3A, in downtown Palo Alto:November 11, 2015 - property listed on the MLSNovember 13, 2015 - brokers' tour; showings beginNovember 14 and 15, 2015 - open houses both afternoonsNovember 16, 2015 - all disclosures including homeowner association docs uploaded and online, ready for prospective buyersNovember 20, 2015 - offer received and accepted. In contract. Showings will continue for another few days.We can do this ... 11/22/2015

As some of you know, I've been laid up this past week after emergency surgery in Mexico.Today was my first day behind the wheel, and I planned my journey from San Francisco to Palo Alto to avoid the worst of the traffic. I happily turned the corner on a residential street in Palo Alto, anticipating the beauty I'd see -- I wasn't disappointed. Even through a less-than-sparkling-clean windshield, you can see why I look forward to coming to my clients' house.  11/18/2015

It's my favorite season of the year. October's weather is still warm but the air feels chilly and crisp in the morning and evening. The tree leaves are turning the most fantastic orange, red and yellow color. With all the pumpkin items filling up the shelves at Trader Joe's, you know Halloween is just around the corner. In addition to all the fun pumpkin patches you can visit, there are many Palo Alto Halloween activities you can attend. I have compiled a list of Palo Alto Halloween activities below for you and your little ones to enjoy. I hope you find it helpful! Gamble Garden's Halloween FestivitiesOctober 25, 10:30am to noonGamble Garden's Halloween festivities will include a pumpkin patch, a costume contest (everyone wins), candy, a witch's brew drink, and a magic show and jokes by... 10/28/2015

 As you can imagine, playing in the street for dogs is not an option, no matter how cute they look.  So what's a dog to do when it is time to play and a leash won't do?  Well, if you are in Palo Alto, CA, you have a few choices on where you can romp, leash free. Of all the Palo Alto Dog Parks, our favorite is Hoover Dog Park located in Midtown, Palo Alto.  The best thing about Hoover Dog Park is that the fenced off-leash area is in the shade.  There are benches so dog-parents can sit while their dogs meet, greet and make friends with other local dogs.  Dante and Quattro have made several friends both in the off-leash area and when walking to the fenced dog park at the park. To become more familiar with the Palo Alto Dog Parks, here is a map:  Looking forward to seeing you at one of the ... 09/17/2015

                                                Palo Alto                                                                       Sam Shueh, mba, cdpe, reopro, pe                                                                        SamShuehRealtor@gmail.com  Four-O-eight 425-1601                                                                          your local realtor since 2005                                                                                                                                            Total listings =40(30 sfh)                                                             Inventory: 0.7 month (2.5 month is healthy)                                                             unemployment rate=2.6%                                                             ... 08/26/2015

 Palo Alto, CA is a great place to live and there are many homes currently on the market and a few of them will be holding Open Houses this weekend!  Please accept our complimentary Buyer Open Home Tour Report for your use on your mobile device when touring the homes in Palo Alto, CA.  To view all Palo Alto, CA Homes, Condos, and Townhomes on the market, simply follow the link for instant access to our REAL-TIME MLS Search Tool.  Have a question or are unable to view the homes during the open house times?  Call us to schedule your private viewing, 650-382-2880. 08/07/2015

  Are you wondering what the rising Palo Alto, CA Real Estate Market is doing to your Home Value?  What you knew about your home last year does not apply today.  Fill out the form above to receive a Rapid Report as to your Home Value in today's market. Of course, this is an estimate based upon basic criteria and valuations.  Should you wish to receive a No Cost, No Obligation Broker Price Opinion specific to Your Home, let's set up a quick 15 minute meeting.  Call 650-382-2880 today! 08/05/2015

Is volunteering in your community one of your goals this year?  We can help!The Junior League of Palo Alto * Mid Peninsula (JLPA*MP) is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developoing the potentioal of women and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. The JLPA*MP serves the Peninsula communities of Atherton, Belmont, East Palo Alto, Foster city, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Menlo Park, Mountain View, Palo Alto, Portola Valley, Redwood City, San Carlos, Stanford, Sunnyvale and Woodside. The JLPA*MP invites women of all races, religions and national origins who demonstrate an interest in and commitment to voluntarism to join our ranks.  New Member Open HouseSATURDAY, AUGUST 8 • 10 AM - 11:30 AM • GATEHOUSE There has ... 08/03/2015

Palo Alto July 2015 Real Estate Market Report: 94306Map View provided by my screenshot of my MLSListings account.  Click to View the Active Listings in 94306.  The price of Single Family Homes in Palo Alto saw the following ranges during the month of July 2015: Residential Summary Statistics Report     High Low Average Median List Price $11,988,888 $1,288,000 $2,679,403 $2,200,000 Sold Price $3,964,000 $1,900,000 $2,581,200 $2,315,000  Active Listings:  9Average List Price:  $3,658,075Average SqFt:  2,902Price/SqFt:  1,284.24Average Days on Market:  34 Contingent Listings:  2Average List Price:  $1,796,500Average SqFt:  1,638Price/SqFt:  1,133.95Average Days on Market:  8  Pending Listings:  8Average List Price:  $2,062,875Average SqFt:  1,457Price/SqFt:  1,428.60Average Days on Market:... 08/02/2015

The Checklist: Google Shuttle, Gourmet Kitchen and High Ceilings?Just like flying an airplane, searching for a home is best when you have a checklist.  And when you search for a home, like when you learn to fly an airplane, you want to best equipment possible.  And I believe I have found a great tool to help my buyers discover more than the homes that fit their needs, they can also discover homes that fit their 'wants' and lifestyle. That tool is called RealScout and it makes searching for a home, relevant.  Here is a brief overview:  First, you create your checklist. This particular search is looking at location, Condition & Style, and Features.  The criteria selected is: Near Google Shuttle Gourmet Kitchens High Ceilings  Note:  The sliding scale of color in the upper right-hand corne... 07/22/2015