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Saratoga, CA Real Estate News

By Lloyd Binen, Silicon Valley Realtor since 1976; 408-373-4411
(Certified Realty Services)
Bollywood Comes to Saratoga CA The Saratoga Village will host Bollywood inspired music and dance this Sunday, August 21st from 5:00 - 8:00 pm.   Everyone is welcome to this fun event and admission is free.  The Saratoga Village Development Council is sponsoring this event. There will be a live DJ, performances by High School  Students, plus food to purchase and more. All families are invited.  The event will be held in the Bank of American parking lot at 14476 Big Basin Way, Saratoga, CA 95070. Please say "hello" if you see me. Lloyd Binen Realtor/Broker/DRE 572654 Certified Realty Services 19200 Shubert Drive. Saratoga, CA 95070 (408) 373-4411    
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By Lloyd Binen, Silicon Valley Realtor since 1976; 408-373-4411
(Certified Realty Services)
Saratoga CA Used Book-Go-Round Sale. How would you like to buy used paperback books in good condition for a quarter?  Better yet, how about a shopping bag full of used books for $3.00?  You can; thanks to the heroic volunteers from Friends of the Saratoga Libraries, and thanks to generous book donations from the public.  Best of all, sale proceeds are donated to the very popular Sartoga Public Library.  The Saratoga Book-Go-Round is having their quarterly book sale in the Community Room at the Saratoga Public Library. (13650 Saratoga Ave, Saratoga CA 95070)Saturday, August 27 - 10am-6pm Everything is on sale for 25 cents.Sunday, August 28 - 11am-5pm $3 Bag Sale The BOOK-GO-ROUND is the nonprofit used bookstore operated by volunteers of the Friends of the Saratoga Libraries.  It is locat...
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By Lloyd Binen, Silicon Valley Realtor since 1976; 408-373-4411
(Certified Realty Services)
Wordless Wednesday-Saratoga CA Sunset Here's the view looking due West from Saratoga, CA on August 12th at sundown. Saratoga, CA is located along the Eastern base of the Santa Cruz Mountains.  That's the Coastal Range with an elevation of about 2,500 feet.  Snow makes the local news because it's so rare.  But, Winter rainall and Summer fog on the Pacific Ocean side of the Coastal Range are plentiful and create perfect conditions for the indigenous Redwood Trees.  Within a 15-45 miles of Saratoga CA there are about a half-dozen State and County Parks available for day use or overnight camping.   
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By MichelleCherie Carr Crowe .Just Call. 408-252-8900, Family Helping Families Buy & Sell Homes 40+ Years
(Get Results Team...Just Call (408) 252-8900! . DRE #00901962 . Licensed to Sell since 1985 . Altas Realty)
What the Heck is Liquefaction? by Michelle Carr Crowe, Silicon Valley guide and San Jose Cupertino homes selling expert As a consumer service, I often will answer questions posted on sites such as Trulia, Localism and Zillow. Recently on Trulia, a couple relocating to Silicon Valley asked for someone to describe the term liquefaction in layman's terms. Many people who move here from other states are nervous about and want education on earthquakes, earthquake safety and liquefaction. While a few colleagues offered their definitions, (including one from Wikipedia) in contrast, I referred them to an actual source. Known as the Homeowner's Guide to Earthquake Safety, it is provided by the state of California as an educational resource for all buyers and sellers of real estate. Disclosure pa...
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By MichelleCherie Carr Crowe .Just Call. 408-252-8900, Family Helping Families Buy & Sell Homes 40+ Years
(Get Results Team...Just Call (408) 252-8900! . DRE #00901962 . Licensed to Sell since 1985 . Altas Realty)
Saratoga, Calif. 95070 Homes Open Houses August 13 & 14, 2011 By Michelle Carr-Crowe, ABR, CDPE, SRES Cupertino Saratoga San Jose Lynbrook Homes Expert On Saturday & Sunday, August 13th & 14th, dozens of residential properties for sale in Saratoga, Calif. will host open houses, including one land opportunity. Saratoga homes for sale fall within three different high school districts: Los Gatos-Saratoga, Campbell and Fremont Union (aka “Cupertino Schools”). The five possible high schools include: Saratoga High, Prospect High, Westmont High, Monta Vista High and Lynbrook High.    Other recent articles about San Jose, Cupertino, Saratoga and Silicon Valley homes and buying and selling real estate you may find interesting: Founder of For Sale By Owner Company Turns to REALTOR® for Help Good ...
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By Lloyd Binen, Silicon Valley Realtor since 1976; 408-373-4411
(Certified Realty Services)
SARATOGA, CA HOME SALES IN JULY 2011; Detailed Market Report The Map and Table show all Saratoga, CA 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.  The School District is shown on the Table's right hand column; either Saratoga, Cupertino, Moreland or Campbell.  Averages are shown on the bottom row of the table.  The long-term average (since July '98) sale price of homes sold in Saratoga, CA and the county can be viewed here.  A Market Report showing the long-term number of Saratoga Listings and Sales is here. To discuss the Saratoga, CA real estate market, or your Real Estate situation, please don't hesitate to call or e-mail me.  As a Saratoga homeowner since 1985 and as a Rea...
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By Lloyd Binen, Silicon Valley Realtor since 1976; 408-373-4411
(Certified Realty Services)
Saratoga CA and Santa Clara County Average Home Sale Price Market Report; July 1998 - July 2011 The graph shows the Average (mean) Sale Price of Saratoga CA and Santa Clara County homes sold each July from 1998 through 2011 according to the local Multiple Listing Service (MLSListings, Inc.). The July 2011 Average Sale Price for a Saratoga, CA home was $1,753,031.  The spike in sales price in 2000 was the result of the dot com boom.  The spike in 2008 was a result of lax credit standards which allowed otherwise unqualified purchasers to obtain loans, even with no money down payment and without normal verifications of income. Why are homes in Saratoga, CA so expensive compared to the rest of the County?  Because it's a great place to live. The Saratoga Market report from June is here. To ...
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By Lloyd Binen, Silicon Valley Realtor since 1976; 408-373-4411
(Certified Realty Services)
Saratoga CA Home Listings and Sales Real Estate Market Report. The Graph shows the number of Saratoga, CA homes put on the market For Sale (Listed) and the number Sold each July from 1998 through July 2011 according to the local Multiple Listing Service (MLSListings, Inc.). The number of Listings in July 2011 was 20% below the previous 13-year July average.  Only two other Julys had fewer listings.  This has caused a shortage of homes For Sale especially those priced under the $1,652,500 median sale price. The number of July 2011 sales of Saratoga CA homes was 17% below than average for the previous 13 Julys.  Since July 2008, sales have been steady.  The June 2011 Saratoga Listing and Sales Market Report can be seen here.   To discuss your real estate situation, please feel free to cal...
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By MichelleCherie Carr Crowe .Just Call. 408-252-8900, Family Helping Families Buy & Sell Homes 40+ Years
(Get Results Team...Just Call (408) 252-8900! . DRE #00901962 . Licensed to Sell since 1985 . Altas Realty)
Saratoga, Calif. Open Houses Open Sunday August 7, 2011 By Michelle Carr-Crowe, ABR, CDPE, SRES Cupertino Saratoga San Jose Lynbrook Homes Expert On Sunday August 7th, 49 residential properties for sale in Saratoga, Calif. will host open houses, including one land opportunity. Saratoga homes for sale fall within three different high school districts: Los Gatos-Saratoga, Campbell and Fremont Union (aka “Cupertino Schools”). The five possible high schools include: Saratoga High, Prospect High, Westmont High, Monta Vista High and Lynbrook High. While you're nearby, please stop by our new Office Open House at 20230 Stevens Creek, Suite #E, Cupertino (x. Torre, between Blaney & De Anza). We will have tours, treats & chances to win great prizes! Just Call 408-252-8900. Other recent articles a...
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By Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist, Probate Real Estate Services
(KD Realty - 408.972.1822)
Saratoga Real Estate Market Report Week ending July 2, 2011 compared to July 3, 2010 There were 126 Saratoga Ca homes, including short sales and bank owned homes in the week ending July 2, 2011 compared to 134 Saratoga homes, including short sales and bank owned homes in week ending July 3, 2010. Of the 126 Saratoga homes there were 4 short sales, 1 bank owned homes and 121 traditional Saratoga homes for sale. Median Price: $1,480,000 Average Price: $1,572,610 No. of Sales: 39 Sale vs. List Price: 98.7% Days on Market: 40  The Market Barometer above is a rough estimate of the state of the market. Real estate markets are very local. Regardless of whether the market favors buyers or sellers, there will always be premium homes priced right that attract multiples, unless of course the marke...
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By MichelleCherie Carr Crowe .Just Call. 408-252-8900, Family Helping Families Buy & Sell Homes 40+ Years
(Get Results Team...Just Call (408) 252-8900! . DRE #00901962 . Licensed to Sell since 1985 . Altas Realty)
Saratoga, Calif. Open Houses Open Sunday July 10, 2011 By Michelle Carr-Crowe, ABR, CDPE, SRES Cupertino Saratoga San Jose Lynbrook Homes Expert On Sunday July 10, 28 residential properties for sale in Saratoga, Calif. will host open houses. Saratoga homes for sale fall within three different high school districts: Los Gatos-Saratoga, Campbell and Fremont Union (aka "Cupertino Schools"). The five possible high schools include: Saratoga High, Prospect High, Westmont High, Monta Vista High and Lynbrook High.   MLS#                                       Address                              Price             Br     Ba         Sq Ft          Lot Size         Open House Date & Time                                         81128045 18681 KOSICH DRIVE $1,248,000 5 3|0 2,755 10,120 Sqft 7/10/2011...
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By Lloyd Binen, Silicon Valley Realtor since 1976; 408-373-4411
(Certified Realty Services)
Saratoga CA Median Home Sale Price Report; June 2011 The graph shows the Median Sale Price of Saratoga CA homes sold each June from 1998 through 2011 according to the local Multiple Listing Service (MLSListings, Inc.). The June 2011 Median Sale Price is $1,480,000. To discuss your Real Estate situation please don't hesitate to call or e-mail me.  As a Realtor since 1976 and a Saratoga homeowner since 1985 I understand the Saratoga real estate market.  The lessons I've learned from 35 years of real estate sales experience benefit my clients throughout a real estate transaction.  Lloyd Binen Realtor/Broker/CA DRE 572654 Certified Realty Services 19200 Shubert Drive Saratoga CA 95070 408-373-4411 Certified Residential Specialist (CRS); Graduate, Realtors Institute (GRI)
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By Lloyd Binen, Silicon Valley Realtor since 1976; 408-373-4411
(Certified Realty Services)
Saratoga CA Home Listings and Sales Real Estate Market Report. The Graph shows the number of Saratoga CA homes put on the market For Sale (Listed) and the number Sold each June from 1998 through 2011 according to the local Multiple Listing Service (MLSListings, Inc.). The number of Listings in June 2011 was 42% below the June average.  Furthermore, fewer Saratoga CA homes were listed For Sale in June 2011 than any June since at least 1998.  This has caused a shortage of homes For Sale and has resulted in Sale Prices being bid-up above their Asking Prices in more than one-third of all Saratoga CA home sales in June 2011. The number of June 2011 sales of Saratoga CA homes was slightly above the 14-year June average.  Additionally, more Saratoga CA homes sold in June 2011 than any June sin...
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By Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist, Probate Real Estate Services
(KD Realty - 408.972.1822)
Saratoga Ca Homes Market Report Week ending May 28, 2011 compared to May 29, 2010 There were 136 Saratoga Ca homes, including short sales and bank owned homes in the week ending May 28, 2011 compared to 106 Saratoga homes, including short sales and bank owned homes in week ending May 29, 2010. Of the 136 Saratoga homes there were 5 short sales, 2 bank owned homes and 129 traditional Saratoga homes for sale. Median Price: $1,461,500 Average Price: $1,647,080 No. of Sales: 23 Sale vs. List Price: 95.9% Days on Market: 51 Are you facing foreclosure? Don't wait until you're out of time. Understand your options! Call 800-972-1822 today for a free consultation.  By Kathleen Daniels, Saratoga Real Estate  - Short Sale Agent
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By Lloyd Binen, Silicon Valley Realtor since 1976; 408-373-4411
(Certified Realty Services)
Saratoga, CA Real Estate Market Update For May, 2011. The graph below shows the Median Sale Price of Single Family Residences sold in Saratoga, CA on the local Multiple Listing Service (MLSListings) every May from 1998 through May 2011. The May 2011 Median Sale Price of $1,461,500 represents a 12% decline compared to one year earlier.  The  Median Sale Price increased an average of 4.28% compounded annually from May 1998 through May 2011.   The graph below shows the Number of Sales and the Number of New Listings each May from 1998 through May 2011. These averages mask large variations throughout the city of Saratoga.  For a more in depth analysis of a particular Saratoga home, or to talk about your real estate situation, please feel free to call or e-mail.   As a Saratoga homeowner sinc...
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By Chris Alston, Silicon Valley, California
(Chris Alston (Keller Williams Realty, Silicon Valley, California))
I wasn't expecting to see this beauty on my way to work this morning...  Just like some of you, I keep my camera with me at all times to catch that "thing" that you want to remember...  Kind of funny, my son used to call a camera a "cramera"...  But seriously, I usually do not see them out this early in the year! There have been more coyotes out this year, so I wasn't expecting to see them this year...  But here was one.  When I got home from work today, he was walking out front on the driveway...  I swore, if a coyote tried to come after this awesome bird, I would run out there with a rolling pin...  Even with the curlers in my hair! -Chris
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By MichelleCherie Carr Crowe .Just Call. 408-252-8900, Family Helping Families Buy & Sell Homes 40+ Years
(Get Results Team...Just Call (408) 252-8900! . DRE #00901962 . Licensed to Sell since 1985 . Altas Realty)
Saratoga, Calif. Open Houses Open Today Sunday June 5, 2011 By Michelle Carr-Crowe, ABR, CDPE, SRES Cupertino Saratoga San Jose Lynbrook Homes Expert On Sun., June 5, 2011, several residential properties for sale in Saratoga, Calif. will host open houses. Saratoga homes for sale fall within three different high school districts: Los Gatos-Saratoga, Campbell and Fremont Union (aka "Cupertino Schools"). The five possible high schools include: Saratoga High, Prospect High, Westmont High, Monta Vista High and Lynbrook High. To see any of these homes or obtain market research and information, Text or Just Call 408.252.8900 to speak with the San Jose Saratoga Lynbrook High Homes experts.   MLS # Address Price Bds Bths SqFt Lot Size City Date Time     81123194 14650 HORSESHOE DRIVE $3,698,000 ...
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By Lloyd Binen, Silicon Valley Realtor since 1976; 408-373-4411
(Certified Realty Services)
Saratoga, CA Homes Sales in May 2011. In May 2011, the Average Sale Price for Single Family Residences sold in Saratoga, CA was $1,810,496. The boundaries of the City of Saratoga, CA do not coincide with Elementary School Districts boundaries.  In fact, some portion of four different Elementary School Districts, as shown in the Chart below, are located within City boundaries. The Chart contains the sub-totals for each of these Elementary School District.  The Chart shows: the Number of May 2011 sales; the Average List (Asking) and Sale Price; the percent of the Asking (List) Price received in the final Sale Price; and how many days were required to sell.  Citywide Totals for Saratoga, CA are also shown.  Data are from the local Multiple Listing Service, MLSListings, Inc. In May 2011, th...
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By MichelleCherie Carr Crowe .Just Call. 408-252-8900, Family Helping Families Buy & Sell Homes 40+ Years
(Get Results Team...Just Call (408) 252-8900! . DRE #00901962 . Licensed to Sell since 1985 . Altas Realty)
Saratoga, Calif. Open Houses Open Today Sunday May 29, 2011 By Michelle Carr-Crowe, ABR, CDPE, SRES Cupertino Saratoga San Jose Lynbrook Homes Expert On Sun., May 29, 2011, a total of 31 residential properties for sale in Saratoga, Calif. will host open houses. Saratoga homes for sale fall within three different high school districts: Los Gatos-Saratoga, Campbell and Fremont Union (aka "Cupertino Schools"). The five possible high schools include: Saratoga High, Prospect High, Westmont High, Monta Vista High and Lynbrook High.     To see any of these homes or obtain market research and information, Text or Just Call 408.252.8900 to speak with the San Jose Saratoga Lynbrook High Homes experts.       MLS # Address Price Bds Bths SqFt Lot Size City Date Time     81106874 20800 4TH STREET,#1...
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By Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist, Probate Real Estate Services
(KD Realty - 408.972.1822)
Saratoga Real Estate Market Report April 30,2011Week ending April 30, 2011 compared to May 1, 2010 There were 122 Saratoga Ca homes, including short sales and bank owned homes in the week ending April 30, 2011 compared to 109 Saratoga homes, including short sales and bank owned homes in week ending May 1, 2010. Of the 122 Saratoga homes there were 3 short sales, 3 bank owned homes and 116 traditional Saratoga homes for sale. Median Price: $1,443,670 Average Price: $1,657,080 No. of Sales: 32 Sale vs. List Price: 97.9% Days on Market: 45 Are you facing foreclosure? Don't wait until you're out of time ... call 800-972-1822 today for a free consultation. Understand your options! Saratoga Ca Homes for Sale Saratoga Real Estate - Market Report April 30, 2011 - by Kathleen Daniels, Saratoga R...
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