It’s the 30th anniversary of Proposition 13. And if you don’t already have plans, UC Berkeley is holding a free all-day conference titled, “Proposition 13 at 30: The Political, Economic and Fiscal Impacts.” This conference on the thirtieth anniversary of the passage of California’s Proposition 13 examines the political,... Read More »

If you happen to be the tenant(s) of 1817 California Street #2E and you’re not yet aware, your days are likely numbered. Two bedrooms, one and one-half baths, 787 square feet, one parking space, and listed at $498,000. Only one showing (this Sunday 4/13 from one to three) and... Read More »

There’s no longer a kitchen (or even really a bathroom). But the listing is touting “instant equity” and a “motivated” seller for this “unfinished” loft in the Marquee building along the booming Van Ness corridor. Currently listed at $620,000, 151 Alice B. Toklas Place #708 changed hands on 9/30/04... Read More »

From a list price of $939,000 to $869,000 to $850,000 to $830,000 to $813,400 to $797,150 to an auction this Wednesday (3/26/08) at 4:15 PM. As you might recall, 41 Federal #42 had been offered by the developer for $850,000 sixteen (16) months ago before being purchased and then... Read More »

“The developer of the recently opened Eight Orchids condominium mid-rise in Oakland hopes to auction off nearly a third of the units, with some starting bids $300,000 below prior asking prices, as builders struggle to unload new properties in the current housing climate.” “The auction of 41 units is... Read More »

From the folks at the Central Market Community Benefit District: The Central Market Community Benefit District (CBD) and Friends of Mint Plaza invite you to celebrate Central Market and the launch of our long-awaited neighborhood services during Love Thy Neighbor(hood), a special lunchtime concert for the community on February... Read More »

From a plugged-in tipster (and on the heels of yesterday’s Esprit Park expose): “With our model homes expected to deliver in February and more models following in months to come, The Homes on Esprit Park team is thrilled to offer an opportunity to reserve your favorite unit for up... Read More »

Compared to 2045 Quesada, it’s really not that bad. But then again, that’s not saying too much (or a design benchmark to which we would aspire). And perhaps that’s part of the reason the list price for 2550 Greenwich was just dropped $550,000 (15.7%). And while we’re still trying... Read More »

While it’s not the first, and it’s not likely to be the last, a plugged-in tipster forwards a Craigslist ad for a “re-sale” (re-contract?) condo in the first tower of One Rincon Hill: Looking for someone to take over my purchase agreement for a great price that you won’t... Read More »

From the Port of San Francisco (and related to the redevelopment of Seawall Lot 337): “If you are interested in viewing the inside of the Pier 48 facility, please join us this Friday, January 4th at 10:00 a.m. in front of Pier 48. No RSVP is required.” ∙ Could... Read More »