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Concord Real Estate News (December 1, 2017) | Dana Estates Real Estate

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Concord Real Estate News (December 1, 2017) | Dana Estates Real Estate

Here are some of the latest Concord real estate news headlines. East bay apartment construction increases but delays have slowed things down. Bart is considering partnering with the city to turn a 9 acre piece of land it owns into new affordable rental housing. Finally, check out where Bay Area rents jumped the most over this last year.

East Bay apartment construction surges, but delays also common

Bay Area apartment construction has shifted to the East Bay from Silicon Valley, but delays have slowed the opening of new rentals in the sizzling market, according to a new study.

Analysts estimate about 20 percent of the new Bay Area apartments have been delayed, which could drive up construction and ultimately rental prices. Real estate analysts at Axiometrics figure at least 1,200 units expected to open this year will not reach the market until 2018. Read More…

BART, Concord eye vacant site for affordable housing

CONCORD — BART may partner with the city to bring much-needed affordable rental housing to a vacant property a few blocks from the downtown station.

The transit agency owns a 9-acre parcel between Monument Boulevard and San Miguel Road that sits just south of the Concord skate park. Although a canal runs through the property, city staffers believe at least part of it could be developed. Read More… 

Here’s where Bay Area rents jumped the most over the past year

Online real estate company Zumper’s snapshot of the region’s real estate market reveals some surprising statistics about the areas seeing the highest rent increases. Read More…

Having a knowledgeable and experienced real estate broker on your side helps protect your interests and insure you make the best possible decisions. We are dedicated to keeping on top of the real estate market and keeping you informed of changes. You can rest easily knowing you made a well-informed decision based on experience and insight into the Concord California market.

To reach Peter Maclennan please call 925.385.8798 or email us at peter@maclennaninvestments.com.

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Concord Real Estate News (November 16, 2017) | Dana Estates Real Estate

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Concord Real Estate News (November 16, 2017)

Concord Real Estate News (November 16, 2017)

Is there such a thing as Black Friday when it comes to real estate? Apparently not around here! Rather, the rising prices of the East Bay mirror the rest of the Bay Are as a whole. In Concord, a former councilman resigns from the Concord Naval Weapons Station Committee. Finally, for those looking for a house under half a million dollars, it’s still possible to buy one in the Bay Area. Here are some of the latest Concord real estate news headlines.

Is there a Black Friday for the Bay Area housing market? Take a guess.

Bay Area homebuyers beware. Among the nation’s 100 largest housing markets, San Francisco, San Jose and Oakland – in that order – are the least likely places to find a price cut on a home for sale.

That’s according to a new study by Trulia, which tried to figure out if a Black Friday phenomenon exists in the U.S. housing market. Read More…

Housing crisis: East Bay sales and price trends mirror the Bay Area as a whole

The supply of single-family homes is flat or shrinking in dozens of East Bay cities. But buyer demand keeps driving sales and prices up, a new report shows.

The numbers for October, compiled by the Bay East Association of Realtors, show how the region is mirroring trends that are playing out across the Bay Area. Read More…

In-depth: Where can you find houses for under $500,000 in the Bay Area?

CONTRA COSTA COUNTY (KRON) — We are all accustomed to hearing about homes costing $1 million or more.

But is it still possible to find properties for less than half-a-million dollars here in the Bay Area?

Believe it or not, you can still find a home that cost under $500,000 in the Bay Area. However, real estate experts say there are a few things you need to know. Read More…

Former councilman resigns from Concord Naval Weapons Station committee

CONCORD — Former councilman Dan Helix abruptly resigned last week from the committee advising the city on plans for the first phase of development of the Concord Naval Weapons Station. Read More…

Having a knowledgeable and experienced real estate broker on your side helps protect your interests and insure you make the best possible decisions. We are dedicated to keeping on top of the real estate market and keeping you informed of changes. You can rest easily knowing you made a well-informed decision based on experience and insight into the Concord California market.

To reach Peter Maclennan please call 925.385.8798 or email us at peter@maclennaninvestments.com.

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