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Renewal Projects Planned in Marin

02-19-08
Renee Adelmann
Real estate in Larkspur Californa will get a welcome boost with the beautification and renewal project planned for the downtown area. Although a definite time-line has not been established, the ambitious project should be completed within two years.

The plan calls for new trees, revamped sidewalks, new bike racks, and new trash cans (You gotta love it… new trash cans - no detail is overlooked!) along Magnolia Avenue between King and Ward Streets.

The Larkspur City Council decided to go forward with the project after losing seven of the trees lining Magnolia Ave. since 2004. Six of the remaining trees will be replaced at the cost of $13,000 each, and eleven new trees will be planted, costing $11,000 apiece. The City Council has made it clear that property owners will not be responsible for the cost or maintenance – which, I’m sure, is welcome news! The first four trees should be planted by this summer, and the rest of the project will proceed in stages, as the City of Larkspur finds funding.

Larkspur isn’t the only city in Marin County to be getting a face-lift. San Rafael will be undergoing some exciting projects, including a complete renovation of the Northgate Mall and a renewed, enclosed Farmers Market at the Marin Civic Center. For more information on these two ventures visit my Marin Modern real estate blog.
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San Rafael Dream House Raffle -- And The Winner Is…

02-10-08
Renee Adelmann
The excitement is just beginning for Kent Myers of Whidbey Island, Washington, the lucky winner of the $2.1 million dream house in San Rafael CA. It all began with the purchase of a raffle ticket and ended Saturday afternoon when his name was pulled out of the transparent spinning barrel that held the winning ticket along with thousands of other hopefuls.

The Community Action Marin dream house raffle party was in full swing with live music, food, and drinks when the big drawing was made. Throughout the afternoon, cash prizes were awarded as anticipation mounted. The suspense was finally relieved when the Grand Prize winner was announced.

34,000 raffle tickets were sold at $150 apiece, netting about $2 million for Community Action Marin, a private non-profit agency that works to meet the needs of the poor and disadvantaged in Marin County. The Grand Prize is a $2.1 million home in San Rafael California (or $1.7 million in cash – winner’s choice), overlooking the San Francisco Bay. The door prizes included 349 cash awards, ranging from $300 to $25,000.

For all of you that didn’t win, but would love to live in Marin County, visit Marin Modern Real Estate for help on all your real estate needs.


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Frank Lloyd Wright Building in San Rafael CA Nominated as a World Heritage Site

02-09-08
Renee Adelmann
With homes and buildings designed by prominent architects and builders such as Frank Lloyd Wright, William Wurster, Charles Warren Callister, Raphael Soriano, Claude Oakland, and Joseph Eichler, Marin County reads like a Who’s Who of mid-century modern architecture. One such building, the Marin Civic Center which was Frank Lloyd Wright’s last piece of work, is gaining world-wide recognition. Already a state and national landmark, the Marin Civic Center has recently been nominated for a place on the United Nation’s World Heritage list.

The World Heritage List, which is maintained by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), recognizes some of the most notable cultural and natural treasures throughout the world. Currently there are 851 World Heritage sites in 140 countries. Twenty sites are located in the United States and include the Statue of Liberty, Yosemite National Park, and the Redwood National and State Parks. Maybe – just maybe – the Marin Civic Center will be accepted onto the prestigious list.

The Marin Civic Center, located in San Rafael CA, is the centerpiece of the mid-century design that is a prevalent theme in the city’s architecture, although classic and contemporary architecture can be found as well. Particularly notable are the San Rafael Eichler and mid-century modern neighborhoods in the Lucas Valley and Terra Linda. Whether you live in Marin or are just visiting, be sure to take a look at our beautiful civic center, and take a drive through our lovely neighborhoods.


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Belvedere-Tiburon Kitchen Tour

02-05-08
Renee Adelmann
It’s not too late to put on your apron and head out to the 30th annual Belvedere-Hawthorne Nursery School’s Kitchen Tour. And if glamorous, state-of-the-art kitchens aren’t enough, you will also be treated to gourmet goodies, and have the opportunity hone your cooking skills with cooking demonstrations offered by some well known Marin chefs.

This year six kitchens in Belvedere and Tiburon will be featured, including a beautifully restored Victorian and an environmentally conscientious mid-century modern home in Belvederre California. The event promises to be lots of fun, so grab your wish-list and come out to gather some great kitchen ideas.

Tickets are $40 in advance and $45 at the door. Luncheon will be available at the Belvedere Yacht Club for $25. (Reservations recommended)

Date: February 5, 2008
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Place: A shuttle will run from the San Francisco Yacht Club, Belvedere
For more information call (415) 490-2767


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Novato CA Residents Challenge Building Proposal

01-27-08
Renee Adelmann
Although Novato is the fastest growing city in Marin, not everyone is happy about it. Recently, an effort to build a commercial complex in Novato hit a snag before it even got off the ground. Sonoma County developer Bill Carle, representing the Hugh Futrell Corporation, encountered resistance from a group of Pacheco Valle residents last week when he met with them to discuss plans for a commercial development in the neighborhood before formally submitting plans to city officials.

The property under discussion is along Alameda del Prado at the entrance to Pacheco Valle in Novato. Although only one of the eight acres under discussion is actually developable, Pacheco Valle residents oppose any development along Alameda del Prado, saying that the pastoral setting will be destroyed by development and negatively impacted by the increased traffic commerce would bring. Concerns have also been raised with regard to an Indian midden on the property. Residents of Pacheco Valle feel the midden should be protected from development.

Just minutes from Highway 101, Pacheco Valle is a small moderately priced (by Marin County standards) southern Novato community. Recently named as California’s best affordable suburb by BusinessWeek, homes for sale in Novato represent one of the most competitive real estate markets in Marin County.


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