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APR $10.5 Billion Sold in 2013

Alain Pinel Realtors (APR) had a record year in 2013 with closed sales volume of $10.5 billion, a 19% increase over their sales in 2012, despite constrained inventory. Additionally, four individual APR offices – Los Altos, Los Gatos, Menlo Park, and Palo Alto – all had over $1 billion in closed sales in 2013.

APR outperformed the market in both number of sales and dollar volume. While in the Bay Area, the industry average number of closed sales was down 5%, APR surpassed the market by 14%, with 9,107 closed sales, up 9% over their 2012 numbers. In addition to increasing their market share, the firm also achieved an average sales price of $1,151,940, up 9% over 2012.

“We benefit from being a family-owned company that has a community feel while achieving a global reach,” said Rainy Hake, APR Executive Vice President. “Our strategy to be customer-focused and our mission to continually redefine the way real estate is done has helped us achieve success year after year.”

The 2013 numbers come on top of the firm’s other successes last year, having been ranked the fifth largest residential real estate firm in the United States for a second consecutive year based on 2012 sales volume, according to REAL Trends. The firm had a closed sales volume of $8.8 billion in 2012, a 23% increase over their sales in 2011.

Alain Pinel Realtors looks forward to continued growth in 2014, focusing on reimagining the real estate customer experience both locally and globally. APR will do this with new technology tools, accelerated agent training, and innovative marketing opportunities while focusing on their customized personal connection to their clients.

How Did the Lamorinda Real Estate Market Look in Q4?

Here’s a look at Lafayette, Moraga and Orinda’s Quarter 4 Real Estate Market Report.  There are lots and lots of very qualified buyers out there who are waiting for houses to come on the market. The spring market typically starts this weekend (the weekend after the Super Bowl).  Will we see the inventory pick up?  (Email us if you would like us to send you a clearer copy – BrydonIvesTeam@apr.com.)

Q4 Contra Costa Market

Update to the Lafayette Terraces Project

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We recently heard that the Lafayette City Council voted to move forward with the proposal that would suspend the application for a 315 unit multi-family developement (Terraces Project) in favor of a new project for 44 – 45 small single family homes clustered on one part of the large parcel with the other part of the parcel, closest to the corner having a large parking lot with the ability for parents to drop off Acalanes High School students, turf soccer/lacrosse field, dog park and a tot lot.

Lamorinda High Schools Rank in the Top 50!

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Another great reason we love Lamorinda….
All 3 of our highschools are ranked in the top 50 of California public highschools in the state
(Campolindo #18, Miramonte #27 and Acalanes #45)! 
Not only that, but out of 21,035 U.S. public highshchools that were reviewed nationally,
Campolindo ranked #131, Miramonte #173 and Acalanes #275!

According to U.S. News and World Report U.S. News Best High Schools in 2013
http://www.usnews.com/education/best-high-schools/california

Fabulous Rebuilt Downtown Lafayette Gem!

Front Photo 3500Located just one block from Lafayette’s charming downtown, K-8 schools, the bike trail, BART and freeway access sits this stunningly rebuilt 4 bedroom, 3 bath home with 2,178+/- square feet.  From the minute you step onto this lot you will enjoy quality, detail, custom millwork and high-end finishes throughout the interior and exterior of this wonderful home.  Don’t miss this exceptional turn-key gem!
www.3500MoragaBlvd.com

Offered at $999,000

New Glorietta/Orinda Listing – Opportunity Knocks on This Gem!

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 Corte Living to Dining Room

As you drive through the black iron-gate w/brick columns & view this absolutely charming 3 BR / 2 BA home, you begin to imagine the opportunity that lies in front of you. This turn-key 1,251+/-sq. ft. home has been updated throughout. The .51+/-ac lot is a canvas on which you can paint your perfect picture. Dont miss this special gem!

Offered at $689,000   www.9CorteBombero.com

New Moraga Listing ~ Home Sweet Home

237 Corliss Drive Corliss LR Corliss Back Yard

Drive up to 237 Corliss Drive and experience this wonderful 2-story home in the sought after Los Perales neighborhood. Tucked back off the main road, this property is a private .46+/acre, mostly flat flag lot with beautiful views. With 4BR, 2BA and 3,050+/- sq. ft, this gracious home has lovely sunlit spaces and an inviting floor plan.

Offered at $1,149,000   www.237CorlissDrive.com