Barry Zito slashed Marin home price– again

Wed, 10 Jul 2013 02:47:40 +0000

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On the market over 100 days now, Barry Zito’s home has made news before, first when it listed for $11,495,000 in 2012, then when it dropped $1M in price, and now again, slashed another $720K.

“Villa Della Pace” is actually quite gorgeous, a welcome departure from gaudy, over-the-top celebrity homes we all see too often. The home offers 4 bedrooms, 5.5 baths plus numerous entertainment room options, a pool with outdoor lounge area, plus panoramic views of Phoenix Lake and the hills of Marin County. Outside, find 2.2 acres of private land, embellished with stone terraces, lawns and gardens as well as an outdoor fireplace, cooking area, fountain, spa, and the aforementioned spectacular swimming pool.

Inside details like an extra-large custom stone shower, double sinks, and walk-in closet in the master suite continue the theme of tasteful but certainly “a taste for the good life” luxury.

On top of that, add Zito’s fame. Why aren’t rich Giants fans knocking down doors for the privilege of owning what was once the 2-time World Champ’s home (who incidentally purchased it in 2007 for $8,863,000)?

What do you say, readers? What will it take for Villa Della Pace to sell?

Anna Marie Erwert writes from both the renter and new buyer perspective, having (finally) achieved both statuses. She focuses on national real estate trends, specializing in the San Francisco Bay Area and Pacific Northwest. Follow Anna on Twitter: @AnnaMarieErwert

Article source: http://blog.sfgate.com/ontheblock/2013/07/09/barry-zito-slashed-marin-home-price-again/

Waterfront Estate on San Francisco Bay Listed at $45 Million

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:42:25 +0000

Villa Belvedere, a stunning waterfront estate in the affluent Marin County city of Belvedere, site of the 41st Marin Designer Showcase later this month, has been listed for sale at $45 million by Decker Bullock Sotheby’s International Realty.

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

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Barry Zito slashed Marin home price– again

Waterfront Estate on San Francisco Bay Listed at $45 Million