northbay real estate market report q4 2015

NorthBay AreaMarket Report

4th Quarter 2015

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Market Reports

Sonoma County 5

Santa Rosa & Central Sonoma County 7

Healdsburg & North County 9

Sebastopol & Coastal 13

Sonoma Valley & Petaluma 15

Marin County 19

Southern Marin 21

Central Marin 23

Northern & Coastal Marin 27

Lake County 31

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CENTURY21.com | 25,301,000 Unique Website Visitors

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1971CENTURY 21® is founded by Art Bartlett and Marsh Fisher in Orange County, California.

First CENTURY 21 International Office Opens in Canada

CENTURY 21 Expands to Japan

6,800 Offices102,000 Sales Associates78 Countries & Territories

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Sonoma CountyFine Homes and EstatesSales of $850,000 and Above4th Quarter 2015

Total Closed Sales in Sonoma County$850,000 and Above

Sonoma County

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Fine Homes & Estates | Total Sales 371 495 616 750

Sonoma County continually draws visitors from across the U.S. as well as the rest of the globe and has received accolades from: Inc. Magazine, who placed 17 Sono-ma County companies on their list of top fastest growing businesses in the United States, Forbes Magazine placed Santa Rosa on its list of Best Places for Businesses & Careers, and Trip Advisor named Sonoma County the #1 wine region in the United States and #2 overall in the world.

With more than 400 wineries, miles of rugged Pacific coastline, towering redwood forests, and its close proximity to San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge, Sonoma County is a traveler’s dream vacation spot in California.

Go beyond the wine and discover more than 50 pristine nature parks that offer trav-elers miles of hiking and cycling trails through the redwoods over oak-studded hills. Rivers entice visitors to kayak, canoe, or simply float along the cool waters. A zip line excursion, a ropes course, or a hot-air balloon ride add a dash of adventure.Breathtaking Highway 1 — Pacific Coast Highway — delights visitors with crashing waves, sea lions and otters sunning on the beaches, and amazing sunsets that color the sky in brilliant hues.

Market data has been compiled using BrokerMetrics® and BAREIS (Bay Area Real Estate Information Service, MLS). Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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Santa Rosa & CENTRAL SONOMA COUNTYFine Homes and EstatesSales of $850,000 and Above4th Quarter 2015

SANTA ROSA & CENTRAL SONOMA COUNTYSanta Rosa | Oakmont | Rohnert Park | Cotati | Penngrove | Windsor

Fine Homes & Estates | ANNUAL TOTALS 2012 2013 2014 2015

$850,000 - $1,000,000 | AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET 95 110 78 72$850,000 - $1,000,000 | TOTAL SOLD 46 63 76 101$1,000,000 - $2,000,000 | AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET 113 118 68 90$1,000,000 - $2,000,000 | TOTAL SOLD 39 67 114 122OVER $2,000,000 | AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET 324 139 209 183OVER $2,000,000 | TOTAL SOLD 9 17 19 18

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Average Days on the Market Fine Homes and Estates, $850,000 & Above.


Santa Rosa, just 55 miles north of San Francisco, is the largest city in California’s North Coast and Wine Country regions. The popula-tion of the city is approximately at 172,000 and is the County Seat of Sonoma County. Within the city limits is the renown Active Adult community of Oakmont with over 3200 homes, two golf courses and several tennis facilities.

Rohnert Park, the “Friendly City”, located nine miles South is home to California State University at Sonoma. Just seven miles North of Santa Rosa is the charming town of Windsor and the center for athletic competitions such as the annual Vineman Ironman 70.3 triathlon. With the Sonoma County Charles Schultz Airport nearby, Windsor also hosts the popular Sonoma County Hot Air Balloon Classic and the “Wings Over the Wine Country” Air Show.

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HEALDSBURG & NORTH SONOMA COUNTY Fine Homes and EstatesSales of $850,000 and Above4th Quarter 2015

HEALDSBURG & NORTH SONOMA COUNTYHealdsburg | Cloverdale | Geyserville | Asti | Dry Creek Valley | Alexander Valley






Healdsburg, a town renowned for its eclectic offering of all the finest things in life… food, wine, friends and fun. The charm and genuine down to earth person-ality of the town are inescapable—from the sounds of jazz and laughter at every town square event, to the enticing aromas of five star cuisine tempting you at every turn.

Healdsburg, as well as the other North County towns of Cloverdale, and Geyserville, are surrounded by sever-al of Northern California’s finest regional wine appella-tions, including Alexander Valley, Chalk Hill, Dry Creek Valley, and Russian River Valley.

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7802 Oakmont Dr, Santa Rosa | MLS #21518621 | $800,000Paula Lewis | 707-539-3200 | CENTURY 21 Valley of the Moon

23 Center Street, San Rafael CA | MLS #21527487 | $2,195,000Paul Fehrman | 707-577-7777 | CENTURY 21 NorthBay Alliance

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SEBASTOPOL & COASTAL SONOMA COUNTY Fine Homes and EstatesSales of $850,000 and Above4th Quarter 2015

SEBASTOPOL & COASTAL SONOMA COUNTYSebastopol |Russian River | Forestville | Guerneville | Rio Nido | Bodega Bay | Timber Cove | Annapolis | Sea Ranch


$850,000 - $1,000,000 | AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET - - - 85$850,000 - $1,000,000 | TOTAL SOLD 28 37 45 51$1,000,000 - $2,000,000 | AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET 114 133 102 113$1,000,000 - $2,000,000 | TOTAL SOLD 36 36 53 78OVER $2,000,000 | AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET 172 276 142 271OVER $2,000,000 | TOTAL SOLD 6 9 8 13




Sebastopol serves as the hub of Western Sonoma County Wine Country. Sebastopol is the gateway to the breathtaking Sonoma Coastline and Russian River Redwood Corridor.

Sebastopol is about a 20-minute drive from the Pacific Ocean, between Santa Rosa and - Bay, and is known for its liberal politics and small-town charm. World famous horticulturist Luther Burbank had gardens in this fertile region. The city hosts an annual Apple Blossom Festival and Gravenstein Apple Fair.

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SONOMA VALLEY AND PETALUMA Fine Homes and EstatesSales of $850,000 and Above4th Quarter 2015

SONOMA VALLEY AND PETALUMAPetaluma | Sonoma | Kenwood | Glen Ellen | Boyes Hot Springs






The city of Sonoma is the birthplace of the California wine industry. Sonoma Valley’s quaint towns glow with as much character as the local wines.

Sonoma is a historically significant city in California; its historic town plaza is a remnant of the town’s Mexican colonial past. Today, Sonoma is the home of the Sono-ma International Film Festival.

Petaluma is easy to find, straight up Highway 101, 32 miles north of San Francisco. It is the portal to Sonoma County, making Petaluma an ideal base for excursions to the Wine Country, the dramatic Sonoma Coast, and the majestic redwood groves.

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Easter Seals has been helping individuals with disabilities and special needs, and their families, live better lives for nearly 100 years. Since 1979, CENTURY 21 System members have proudly donated over $110,000,000 to Easter Seals.

10156 Los Amigos Road, Healdsburg | MLS #21513070 | Edward Buckner & Julianna Labra | 707-577-7777 | CENTURY 21 NorthBay Alliance

4811 Carmet Drive, Bodega Bay | MLS #21525053 | $879,000Beth Robertson | 707-433-4404 | CENTURY 21 NorthBay Alliance

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Marin CountyFine Homes and EstatesSales of $1,000,000 and Above4th Quarter 2015

Total Closed Sales in Marin County$1,000,000 and Above

Marin County

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Fine Homes & Estates | Total Sales 779 1,114 1,235 1,350

Marin County is a bright, little spot of nature that people have used as a get-a-way from the city since back in the 1800s. What was once logging territory grew into summer bungalows for vacationing and has now become one of the most sought-after areas to live in California.

With the Ocean on one side and the San Francisco Bay on the other, Marin Coun-ty is surrounded by water. That means if there’s something fun to do on the water, you can do it here. Kayak in the Bay, surf the waves or take a boat out for a cruise. Marin is a place where you’re minutes from doing either or you can sit back, relax, and watch all the play that happens on the water.

With approximately 70% of the land in Marin County devoted to forests, parks, and beaches, it’s no wonder that that the area lends itself to so many outdoor activi-ties. Angel Island, China Camp, Mount Tamalpais, and Muir Woods are just a few of places where you can go to find yourself on a hike. Marin County is also the birth place of mountain biking, so whether you’re looking for trails to walk or ride, we’ve got them.


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SOUTHERN MARIN Fine Homes and EstatesSales of $1,000,000 and Above4th Quarter 2015

SOUTHERN MARINBelevedere | Mill Valley | Sausalito | Tiburon


$1,000,000 - $2,000,000 | AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET 76 60 48 43$1,000,000 - $2,000,000 | TOTAL SOLD 266 303 302 301$2,000,000 - $4,000,000 | AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET 82 76 70 59$2,000,000 - $4,000,000 | TOTAL SOLD 97 137 182 204OVER $4,000,000 | AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET 189 96 167 280OVER $4,000,000 | TOTAL SOLD 20 22 45 46

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Average Days on the Market Fine Homes and Estates, $1,000,000 & Above.


Tiburon and Belvedere are located on a peninsula in southern Marin. These areas are home to some of the most expensive properties in the North Bay. Ferry rides to neighboring Angel Island and incredible views of the San Francisco skyline highlight these wonderful hamlets.

Sausalito is as rich with art and music history as it is with gorgeous views of the San Francisco Bay. Where the likes of Otis Redding and Sally Stanford once hung their hats, Sausalito’s wonderful eclectic style is characterized by floating houses that dot its harbors and unique homes that decorate its hills.

Mill Valley is the heart of southern Marin. It not only has the highest number of properties that sell every month, it contains a number of different areas to meet the desires of its residents. From the quaint downtown to hills nestled with homes among the trees, homeowners can find something that they love in Mill Valley.

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CENTRAL MARIN Fine Homes and EstatesSales of $1,000,000 and Above4th Quarter 2015

CENTRAL MARIN Corte Madera | Fairfax | Greenbrae | Kentfield | Larkspur | San Anselmo | San Rafael | Ross






As you travel north along Highway 101, you’ll find Corte Madera and Larkspur. Both combine the charm of small towns with the conve-nience of being near a major metropolitan area. With the Town Cen-ter and The Village, Corte Madera offers the best shopping in the North Bay. In Larkspur, you’ll find the largest ferry terminal in the North Bay delivering folks to and from the city every day.

From there you’ll transition from condo living in Greenbrae to lovely neighborhoods in Kentfield finally arriving in the lush lifestyle of Ross. All of these areas are connected, but certainly distinct, and will afford you choices and options to meet your tastes.

San Rafael, the biggest city in the area as well as the county seat, is also in Central Marin. Next to San Rafael is San Anselmo, a wonderful bedroom community, and Fairfax. For those not familiar, Fairfax moves at a different pace and carves out a place in the hearts of those who love the freedom and ease that is the essence of Marin.

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233 Liberty Road, Petaluma | MLS #21528738 | $1,175,000 Mark Miller | 707-577-7777 | CENTURY 21 NorthBay Alliance

4304 Heritage Lane, Rohnert Park | MLS #21524827 | $1,100,000Colleen Militello & Michael Aldrich | 707-585-2100 | CENTURY 21 Classic Properties

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NORTHERN & COASTAL MARIN Fine Homes and EstatesSales of $850,000 and Above4th Quarter 2015






Novato is the largest geographic city in Marin. It spans from the Hamilton Wetlands in the South to the hills in the West and almost to the northern county border. From horse property to golf course living, Novato’s pockets of neighborhoods speak to its diversity. You’ll find festivals and parades in its downtown, as well as convenient shopping throughout. Generations have invested in Novato to create its family atmosphere.

As you move west and reach the coast, you’ll find smaller towns such as Nicasio, Pt. Reyes Station and Stinson Beach. Each with its own character, you’ll find ranch and farm properties, as well as beach houses. Tomales Bay is famous for its oyster farming but you also have the opportunity to enjoy kayaking, hiking, fishing or just relaxing in the California sun.

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NORTHERN & COASTAL MARINBolinas | Dillon Beach | Fallon | Forrest Knolls | Inverness | Lagunitas | Marshall | Muir Beach | Nicasio | Novato | Olema | Pt. Reyes Station | San Geronimo | Stinson Beach | Tomales | Woodacre

Lake CountyFine Homes and Estates

Sales of $500,000 and Above4th Quarter 2015

Total Closed Sales in Lake County$500,000 and Above

Lake County

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Fine Homes & Estates | Total Sales 11 18 23 39

Just a couple of hours drive from the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento Area, and the Pacific Coast is Lake County, home to Clear Lake, the larg-est natural freshwater lake in California, and one of the oldest lakes on the continent. The lake hosts several fishing competitions every year. But even if you’re just looking for recreational sailing, boating, jet-skiing, or relaxing on the lake, the warm, calm waters of Lake County are perfect for it all.

Lake County is also one of California’s hottest new wine destinations. If it’s tasting you’re into, or maybe even a piece of land to grow your own grapes, Lake County has a lot to offer. With micro-climates like that of neighboring wine country areas combined with the variety of soils, grow any number of popular varietals or try your hand at your own blend.

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