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Marin Real Estate

With the Marin real estate enthusiast in mind, we've designed a high-end, real estate destination to help you succeed. We believe having the right relationships, as well as the right tools in this market makes a significant difference. This website, for example, was designed with cutting-edge technology, making it easy for you to research Marin real estate listed for sale, as well as search the MLS. We also provide a unique way to track the value of your current home and online marketing expertise critical for anyone who needs to sell their house.

Jonathan B. Jacobs is a realtor who works with luxury home buyers and sellers as well as first-time home buyers and sellers. For advice on buying or selling your home in Marin, a free market analysis complete with comps, or to go see any of the listings found on this website, contact Jonathan B. Jacobs.

Marin Real Estate Blog

112 Monte Vista Ave., Larkspur, CA-coming soon
The Baltimore Park neighborhood of Larkspur has long been a sought after slice of Marin real estate. It's also home to my current listing-a 2 bedroom 1 bathroom charmer.This property features an open floor plan, highlighted by hardwood floors, master bedroom and convenient kitchen with gas range. Enjoy the large level backyard, which sports a lush lawn and mature fruit-bearing treas. The covered courtyard with extra half bathroom is perfect for entertaining. Located just two blocks from down...


Marketing Strategy For Pat Kuleto's Listing
When you are considering selling your home in today's market, having someone adept in handling current marketing technology is a must. Now that I have had Pat Kuleto's listing on the market for a couple of weeks, I wanted to share with you the incredible amount of exposure that has been generated for my client's property, as well as a glimpse of how I was able to do it.The effort began before the property went onto the market. I was active on the social media front, letting folks know it was ...


2350 Marinship Way #3, Sausalito - Coming Soon
I wanted to let my clients and friends know ahead of time that I have Pat Kuleto's listing coming onto the market. The floating home, he calls Lillypad, is where he began building his award-winning restaurant dynasty. Located at 2350 Marinship Way #3, Sausalito, this three-level, 3 bedroom / 2 bathroom home designed by Pat, incorporates his legendary charm, provides ample living space and is in a prime spot to spend your days taking in the gorgeous views of Angel Island, Sausalito Harbor and ...


California Home Buyer Credit 2010
I want to make you aware that the governor just signed a bill, in an effort to raise more cash for California that will help home buyers. As reported in The San Francisco Chronicle, the state income tax credits estimated at around $200 million, will affect folks who purchase a home after May 1, 2010. Specifically, this credit will help anyone who is buying a newly built home, or first-time home buyers who buy an existing home or a newly built home. A first-time home buyer is defined as an indivi...


TOUCHING HOME | Marin's Own Miller Brother's Feature Film
I'd like to bring your attention to a locally produced movie that I am honored to be involved with, called TOUCHING HOME. It's a film that media, critics, and other folks who have seen it, are calling "very inspirational". You may have already heard about the Miller twins (former baseball players from Fairfax) who are the writers/directors/actors.When Logan and Noah Miller's homeless father died in the Marin County jail, the twins vowed that their autobiographical movie, TOUCHING HOME...


The Rose Garden Project, Larkspur CA (AKA Niven Nursery off Doherty Drive)
Many clients have asked me about the large that the old Niven Nursery sits on in Larkspur. It's a prime piece of Marin real estate between Doherty Drive and Ward Street, next to Hall Middle School, Redwood High School, and old downtown Larkspur. It was an agricultural site when the Niven family acquired it in 1937. It was a wholesale nursery that  sold roses and orchids. About ten years ago the family began the long process of getting the property rezoned, after indicating that they coul...


Novato Country Club House Sold: 31 Gregg Place, Novato CA 94949
I just represented my client with a Marin real estate purchase in the coveted Country Club neighborhood of Novato. It was a bank owned property that was previously in escrow, then fell out. I helped my clients write an offer the minute it came back on the market. It took three weeks of negotiating, but we got it for a final sale price of $635,000!It is a large 5 bedroom/3 bathroom home that boasts nearly an acre lot! It has a huge brick backyard patio, remodeled chef’s kitchen and bathr...


Getting Your House Ready To Sell In Marin
The Marin real estate market has been showing signs of stabilizing and finding a bottom. Buyers and sellers alike are ready to ramp up activity in 2010, reaching a peak in the Spring. If you're thinking of selling, getting your house ready to sell is one of the most important steps in to ensure a successful outcome. Here are some things to you should consider doing. Pack up personal belongings-ideally, you should pack up your things and move them out so you don't eliminate the rare homebuyers w...


Marin High End Real Estate Update
As 2009 winds down, Marin real estate is heating up. Single family homes listed under $1 million that are priced well are flying off the shelves. However, folks looking to purchase high-end homes in Marin, priced over $1 million, can still take advantage of a buyer's market most of the time.That said, the median price of luxury real estate in Marin is up 9% for November 2009 versus November 2008. And the median price of high-end homes sold year-over-year is up 5%, from $1,450,000 to $1,525,00...


Home-buyer Tax Credit Extended and Expanded
The U.S. House of Representatives voted 403 to 12 to extend the home buyer tax credit, expanding the parameters to include existing homeowners and not just first-time buyers. President Obama signed the legislation in short order.As it now stands, the federal tax credit will be extended through April 30, 2010, with a 60-day extension if a binding contract is in place prior to the deadline. First-time home buyers will continue to be eligible for a tax credit of up to $8,000, while existing homeown...