San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) January 22, 2013

San Francisco, California (January 15, 2013) – In response to demand from both homeowners and people looking for vacation rentals, RezLux has decided to expand its premier home rental service to year round. RezLux will still have a highly curated portfolio of “America’s Cup Ready” properties (see RezLux.com) in anticipation of the upcoming sailing event in the San Francisco Bay area. However, clients are seeking luxury home rentals, and the affiliated concierge services, throughout the year.

“San Francisco is one of the greatest cities in the world,” said Charlie Martin, Managing Director of RezLux LLC, “and visitors come here every month of the year for culture, attractions, and great food in addition to world class events. To meet the needs of our rental clients, we simply had to extend our service to year round. While vacation rentals remain our major focus, we have even done longer term leases in response to requests from clients either relocating to the Bay Area or visiting for an extended period.”

RezLux has succeeded, according to Martin, because the firm has removed the two most common risks in the home rental industry.

•         The rental clients will find when they arrive at RezLux properties the same quality and luxury as they viewed on the RezLux website. The RezLux principals who are all locals to the Bay Area, are world travelers, own luxury homes themselves and have handpicked each property in the RezLux portfolio; and
•         All deposits and rental payments are handled through the trust account of the local agency of Sotheby’s International Realty so both rental and homeowner clients can feel secure about their funds.

The RezLux level of service has convinced numerous homeowners to list their special houses with RezLux, resulting in a unique portfolio of luxury properties.

RezLux LLC is a firm specializing in the rental of luxury homes in the San Francisco Bay Area. The firm was formed in 2011 and its three professionals have over 60 years of real estate experience. For more information, see RezLux.com or call 415-689-6739.

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Article source: http://www.chron.com/business/press-releases/article/RezLux-Expands-San-Francisco-Luxury-Vacation-4212581.php

653 Duncan St.

Beds: 3 Baths: 3.5 Square footage: n/a

This three-bedroom, 3.5-bath Contemporary home is located in the sought-after community of Noe Valley. The sleek white tones go hand-in-hand with the clean minimalist architecture. The living room has hardwood floors and floor-to-ceiling windows that offer breathtaking views of the city. It also has a fireplace and recessed lighting. The dining room has glass doors that lead out to the back patio area. The galley-style kitchen has marble countertops and ample cabinet space. The master bedroom also provides access to the patio and overlooks the garden. The rooftop deck is perfect for barbecues and lounging.

Listing agent: Gloria Smith, Sotheby’s International Realty, (415) 296-2206.

San Francisco, $2.17 million

257 Collingwood St.

Beds: 5 Baths: 3 Square footage: 2,931 (per architect)

This five-bedroom, three-bath house has more than 2,900 square feet of living space. The foyer has a modern light fixture and gleaming hardwood floors. The living room has sage-green walls, crown molding and a fireplace. The formal dining room is spacious enough for large dinner parties and has bay windows that look out to the street. The master bedroom has plush carpeting and large windows that let in plenty of natural light. There are plans to increase the living space to 4,112 square feet, add decks on each of the three levels, and build an attached garage that will provide interior access.

Listing agent: Rafael Acevedo and Joe Marko, Paragon Real Estate Group.

(415) 738-7246 or (415) 738-7245.

The San Francisco Chronicle and BlockShopper San Francisco scour the Bay Area to find what range of properties buyers can get for their money. This week, What You Can Buy features homes in the $2.18 million range.

Article source: http://www.sfgate.com/realestate/article/What-you-can-buy-in-San-Francisco-for-2-195-4024557.php

484 Los Palmos Drive

Beds: 3 Baths: 1.5 Square footage: 1,450

Constructed in 1947, this two-story property features a living room equipped with a fireplace, recessed lighting and a wall of built-in shelving units. Highlights of the the kitchen include stainless steel appliances, tile flooring and glass-fronted cabinets. French doors open to a spacious back patio and serene garden area. This property provides a single-car garage. All bedrooms are on the upper level.

Listing agent: Donna Sullivan, Herth Real Estate. (415) 370-8845. donnahouse@aol.com.

Article source: http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2012/06/15/RESL1P266M.DTL

“This position expands J. Rockcliff’s abilities to reach out to our customers in a proactive manner,” says Jeff Sposito, founder and president of J. Rockcliff REALTORS®. “I have known Dennis for more than three decades and cannot think of a more qualified REALTOR®, to fill the position of regional sales manager. He brings a legendary portfolio of both real estate and management skills to the table, as well as a deep knowledge of the Contra Costa markets. It is a pleasure to have the opportunity to work with a respected friend, and I look forward to congratulating him on his success in this position.”

A Bay Area native, Simkin began his real estate career in 1974 with Valley Realty which later became Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. After an award winning decade and having assumed the management the company’s top office in Northern California, Simkin became president and owner of Blackhawk Properties. In 1990, Simkin founded United California Brokers (UCB) and served as president until the company became Sotheby’s International Real Estate in 2007.

For more information, visit www.Rockcliff.com.

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Designed by renowned San Francisco architect Sandy Walker, the recently completed 15,500-square-foot estate is located on a prized 1.15 acre waterfront lot on the San Francisco Bay with unobstructed views of Bay Bridge, San Francisco, Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, Sausalito and beyond. The stucco exterior is adorned with stone columns and trims and walls of glass for unparalleled indoor/outdoor living and entertaining. The residence features seven bedrooms with eight full baths and two half baths, including two masterful bayfront guest suites.

The well-planned property features a three-car garage and on-site parking for 24 cars; a gated 200-foot-long driveway leading to large cobblestone motor court; over 6,000 square feet of stone terraces for making the most of the panoramic vistas and incredible sunsets; a 50-foot Bisazza tile lap pool and spa; terraced gardens and a separate pool house with a teak outdoor kitchen; a private health club with a sauna, steam room and gym; a gourmet kitchen with butler and food pantry; a temperature-controlled wine cellar; a fully-equipped home theater; a spacious cherry paneled office/library; African mahogany floors; solar capability; and several working fireplaces. There are 16 rooms in total, with an elevator connecting all three floors of the main residence. Visit SanFranciscoFineHomes.com to learn more.

Article source: http://www.justluxe.com/lifestyle/real-estate/feature-1710161.php

Sam Bamieh, founder and former chairman of San Mateo, Calif.-based American Intertrade Group Inc., owns the Tobin Clark Estate. He is a prominent donor to Republican politicians. Bamieh’s company specializes in real estate development and financial consulting.

The property is in Hillsborough, Calif., a San Francisco Bay Area suburb that’s one of the wealthiest communities in the country.

In 2002, the estate made Forbes magazine’s list of the most expensive homes in the United States. The Wall Street Journal featured the estate as its “House of the Day” on Oct. 1, 2009. According to Zillow.com, the house was supposed to be torn down to make way for six homes. Bamieh bought the estate at a foreclosure sale for $3.2 million, the Journal reported.

Four residential real estate firms – Keller Williams Realty International, Sotheby’s International Realty, Engel Volkers and Alain Pinel Realtors – are marketing the property. An announcement of the Cotsword Tudor mansion being put on the market called it “the jewel in the crown of San Francisco estates.”

In August 2009, Bamieh put the house up for sale – without hiring a real estate agent – at a list price of nearly $28.9 million. Owner financing was available to “qualified buyers.”

The Bamieh family spent more than $19 million to restore the Tobin Clark Estate, which sites on 6 acres and is secured by classic wrought-iron gates. Sam Bamieh bought the mansion, also known as House on Hill, in 1992. Bamieh initially put the estate on the market in 1999 for $45 million, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.

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Article source: http://technorati.com/lifestyle/article/mansion-near-san-francisco-on-the/

“It’s pretty surreal,” Gregg Lynn of Sotheby’s International Realty said about the terrace area.

Located at 188 Minna St. in Unit 28 D, the two-bedroom property boasts a unique opportunity to catch a bit of fresh air while surveying the city’s expansive skyline.

“It’s one of the largest two-bedrooms in the St. Regis,” Lynn said. “And it is the only one with an outdoor terrace. Having this in a luxury building is extremely rare.”

In addition, Lynn noted, the breathtaking views can be enjoyed from inside the living and dining areas via the floor-to-ceiling glass walls that offer vistas from the south and west. Take in parts of the Bay Area, Twin Peaks and the Yerba Buena Gardens.

“Beautiful view by day and night,” Lynn said. “It is probably the widest, most panoramic view available of any of the condos at the St. Regis.”

Lynn said having a terrace in a luxury space has its advantages.

“It is so rare out of all of the condos: St. Regis, Millennium Towers or the Four Seasons,” he said. “This is the only one with a floor plan that has an outdoor space. You can get fresh air immediately from the outside, which makes for a comfortable experience.”

The comfort flows throughout the 1,792-square-foot home with spacious living and dining rooms that include walls of glass with a Florida ceiling.

The luxury apartment also features a study-library with custom-made bookcases and a sliding ladder.

“That is one of the main reasons why people fall in love with this apartment,” Lynn said. “Large size, terrace and the Florida ceiling … definitely on the luxury side.”

Lynn said the chef-style kitchen – which highlights European Poggenpohl cabinetry, Kashmir gold-polished granite countertops and luxury appliances by Sub-Zero and Miele – will give residents the proper tools to prepare for any top-rated gathering.

“It’s very different than what you would see at a luxury space,” he said.

The master suite includes window benches, dual closets and a frameless glass shower.

Residents enjoy hotel-like amenities such as a bulter, doorman and access to room service and housekeeping. Condominium owners also have access to the St. Regis Hotel San Francisco’s Reméde Spa, fitness center and indoor lap pool. In addition, residents can dine at the award-winning Ame Restaurant or the private Vitrine Restaurant or enjoy spirits in the hotel lobby.

Lynn said residents will not have a hard time looking for activities.

“You’re conveniently located downtown. There are a lot of shops at Union Square, and you’re in walking distance of many restaurants,” he said.

“You are also in the center of all of the museums, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, the Contemporary Jewish Museum and the new Museum of the African Diaspora.”

Lynn said the luxury property, priced at $2.8 million, lends itself well to rent out to business associates or family and friends. But there are many more reasons why one would want to keep it private.

“This could be for people who want to live in the city and have a full-service, live-in hotel environment,” Lynn said. “They have a great location if they work in the financial area. This is for people that are affluent who want to live in the best service environment.”

Lynn also said the property could fit perfectly into a fast-paced jet-setter lifestyle.

“It could also be a great fit for people who have homes in other places but would like to have a home in the city,” he said. “They want a very convenient place where everything is taken care of – a place they can be for a couple of hours or days (and) then can go; a full-service staff that takes care of them while they are there and takes care of the property after they leave.”

This article appeared on page J – 6 of the San Francisco Chronicle

Article source: http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2011/11/11/REGI1LTAA2.DTL

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“We’re very, very fortunate in San Francisco,” Ting told SFAppeal. He also predicted that the growth will only continue here in SF in the coming years.

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This may be news for Bay Area buyers and sellers, but real estate agents aren’t surprised.

“This city is a gold mine for real estate,” Rick Teed, cofounder of real estate and development company Teed Haze, told HuffPost. “If you have a house with no view, but it’s redone and in a neighborhood like Pacific Heights, it’s going to be north of $1000-per-square foot for starters.”

Teed agrees with Ting’s prediction that the market will only continue to grow. “We are a seven-by-seven-square-mile city,” said Teed. “There is no new land.”

Daniel Cressman, executive vice president of the commercial real estate company Grubb El, also commented on our city’s limited space. He told NBC Bay Area that San Francisco is “one of the very few markets in the entire country where investment demand for commercial office space is far outstripping the available supply that’s for sale.”

To celebrate this news, we contacted Sotheby’s International Realty and got some pictures of a home they are especially excited about. Check out this unreal Gold Coast-style 1927 home designed by Willis Polk Co. in Pacific Heights. We would move in tomorrow if it weren’t for that $25 million price tag.

Take a look at images of this amazing home below:

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Article source: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/07/22/san-francisco-real-estate-best-market-in-state_n_907245.html