St Helena, Napa Valley, Weekly Real Estate Update February 7, 2012 

Stats for last 7 days

new listing 5, price reduced 2, sale pending 2,  sold 1

Median prices, average days on market

current for sale           70 med price $1,449,500; avg days on market 213

current sale pendings  21  med price $1,350,000; avg days on market 137

sold in last 6 months   34 med price $1,260,000; avg days on market 186

New Listings

977 Pratt Ave, St. Helena, CA 94574 (MLS # 21202856)

This fabulous home was recently rebuilt and has an approved permit for a guest house. Views of the surrounding hills including and neighboring vineyards. Special features include hand scraped wood floors, a hammered bronze Italian stove, copper farm sink, granite, and knotty elder doors. The home has beautiful lighting and open ceilings that created a light and airy feeling. Fireplace in the great room. Separate garage & room for a pool.

Property Type(s): Residential, Single Family

Last Updated	2/5/2012	Tract	n/a
Year Built	2010	Community	St. Helena
Garage Spaces	n/a	County	Napa
Total Parking	n/a	Walk Score ®	55

Location

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Listing provided by Jane Garassino, Pacific Union International

(view all details for MLS #21202856)

1690 Dean York Ln, St. Helena, CA 94574 (MLS # 21202815)

This custom home offers dramatic beauty with light airy rooms that open to the outdoor gardens and pool. Quietly on the WEst Side of St. Helena this large 3 bedroom home has been tastefully remodeled and upgraded to provide a lifestyle with a practical sense of space. Enter through the gated garden courtyard with water feature. The home features a chef's kitchen formal dining and a wine cellar. Separate family room that opens to the pool.

Property Type(s): Residential, Single Family

Last Updated	2/5/2012	Tract	n/a
Year Built	1970	Community	St. Helena
Garage Spaces	n/a	County	Napa
Total Parking	n/a	Walk Score ®	38

Location

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Listing provided by Charles Sawday, Pacific Union International

(view all details for MLS #21202815)

167 Mund Rd, St. Helena, CA 94574 (MLS # 21202858)

Beautiful quiet retreat with stellar views over St. Helena and the Napa Valley. This secluded gem is just minutes to town but offers privacy amidst towering trees and lovely gardens.The chef's kitchen was recently updated with new counter tops and appliances with separate office and laundry. Formal dining, large living room and den. First floor master suite plus large art studio. Ample room for guest house, pool or small vineyard.

Property Type(s): Residential, Single Family

Last Updated	2/5/2012	Tract	n/a
Year Built	1985	Community	St. Helena
Garage Spaces	2.0	County	Napa
Total Parking	2	Walk Score ®	11

Location

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Listing provided by Jane Garassino, Pacific Union International

(view all details for MLS #21202858)

800 Zinfandel Ln, St. Helena, CA 94574 (MLS # 21202870)

Unique, English Tudor home sold w/a highly sought after B&B license. 1.26 beautifully landscaped acres w/pool, spa, patio & deck. Located in the heart of Napa Valley across from the Raymond Winery. Lovely interior features include a magnificent entry, spacious kitchen, hardwood flooring & 4 fireplaces. Hill, valley, & vineyard views. 3BD, 2BA & 2 half baths plus an office. Separate workshop. Enjoy as a private retreat or operate your own B&B!

Property Type(s): Residential, Single Family

Last Updated	2/6/2012	Tract	n/a
Year Built	1984	Community	St. Helena
Garage Spaces	n/a	County	Napa
Total Parking	n/a	Walk Score ®	9

Location

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Listing provided by Cheryl Fletcher, Home Team California

(view all details for MLS #21202870)

2675 Lower Chiles Vly Rd, $3,499,000, 4 br 2 ba, 6,200 sf

Price Reductions

921 Chiles Ave, St. Helena, CA 94574 (MLS # 21117601)

Newer home. Two story model. Deferred maintenance. Upstairs has a nice open floor plan. All bedrooms upstairs. Kitchen and Living room downstairs. Great neighborhood. St. Helena for a small price, two blocks from town.

Property Type(s): Residential, Single Family

Last Updated	2/2/2012	Tract	n/a
Year Built	1998	Community	St. Helena
Garage Spaces	n/a	County	Napa
Total Parking	n/a	Walk Score ®	95

Location

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Listing provided by Mara Pilotti, Century 21 Alpha Realty

(view all details for MLS #21117601)

90 Dahlia St, St. Helena, CA 94574 (MLS # 21123833)

Excellent Opportunity In Beautiful St. Helena. Located less than a mile from downtown this single level 4 bedroom, 3 bath, spacious home with 2,110+/- sqft of living space is located on a large lot. Featuring dual pane windows, wood floors, central heat/air, tile kitchen counters & recessed lighting, crown molding, sky light, spacious master suite with walk in closet, fireplace & 3 sliding doors leading to the rear patio/deck for your enjoyment.

Property Type(s): Residential, Single Family

Last Updated	2/1/2012	Tract	n/a
Year Built	1961	Community	St. Helena
Garage Spaces	2.0	County	Napa
Total Parking	2	Walk Score ®	48

Location

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Listing provided by Darrin Bascom, Creative Property Services

(view all details for MLS #21123833)

Sale Pendings

691 Silverado Trl, St. Helena, CA 94574 (MLS # 21122112)

This 1+ acre on the picturesque Silverado Trail was once an enchanting mini-vineyard-estate. Two minutes to charming downtown St Helena. Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard, quality interior improvements: granite counters, tile flooring, new dual pane windows. Very charming setting. Deferred maintenance is your opportunity to make it sparkle again.

Property Type(s): Residential, Single Family

Last Updated	1/31/2012	Tract	n/a
Year Built	1962	Community	St. Helena
Garage Spaces	n/a	County	Napa
Total Parking	n/a	Walk Score ®	9

Location

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Listing provided by Catherine Somple, Lifestyle Properties

(view all details for MLS #21122112)

St Helena property, $839,000, 2 br 1 ba, 2,265 sf

Solds

733 Crystal Spings Rd, $1,610,000, 3 br 1 ba, 1,400 sf

Thank you for reading this post. If I can ever be of help in finding you the perfect property here in the Napa Valley, please email me at Curtis@NapaValleyAddress.com

Your Napa Valley Broker Extraordinaire, selling Real Estate here from its heart, Yountville

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Continued Tracking of Napa Valley Distressed Properties in the $800,000 to $2M Range, now 7 of 53

This is the continued tracking, started in July 2009, of the number of distressed sales (in foreclosure, a short sale or a bank owned property) for homes priced from $800,000 to $2,000,000 in the up valley region of the Napa Valley. By up valley I mean the Cities of St. Helena, Calistoga, Angwin, Deer Park, Oakville, Rutherford and the Town of Yountville and only those listed in BAREIS, my MLS. Today there are 7 distressed sales of 53 active listings in this price range with two of these in escrow, compared to 8 of 58 on January 1 st. Three of these distressed sales are REOs and four are short sales. Of the seven, only three are in the Napa Valley, one is in Pope Valley and the other three are in the surrounding mountains. Next look March 1st.

2659 Lower Chiles Valley Rd, St. Helena, CA 94574 (MLS # 21108193)

Spectacular Mountain Top Estate 67.36 acres overlooking the Caletto Estate Valley Wine reqion. Magnificent views await you from every direction. 7,500+/- sq.ft. Unfinished Mediterranean home prior to sheetrock,stucco,& finishing details.Master suite has fireplace his & hers closets & huge bathrm.Hobby vineyard ??Room for an Infinity pool, outdoor kitchen courtyard & more? Private underground room (500-600 sqft)for Studio or HUGE Wine Cellar .

Property Type(s): Residential, Single Family

Last Updated	2/6/2012	Tract	n/a
Year Built	n/a	Community	St. Helena
Garage Spaces	3.0	County	Napa
Total Parking	3	Walk Score ®	0

Location

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Listing provided by Brenda Alarcon, Bradley Real Estate - Santa Rosa

(view all details for MLS #21108193)

757 White Ln, St. Helena, CA 94574 (MLS # 21129872)

Beautifully remodeled home (2007) on 1.3 level acres with vineyard and mountain views near the end of a serene country lane. High-end fixtures and finishes with immense natural light, Andersen windows and doors, granite counter tops, SS appliances, hickory 5 inch plank flooring,septic system, Dual Zone HVAC,in-law wing w/separate entrance, kitchenette, bath, handicap access,additional 2 car detached garage, prime valley floor location.

Property Type(s): Residential, Single Family

Last Updated	1/9/2012	Tract	n/a
Year Built	1955	Community	St. Helena
Garage Spaces	n/a	County	Napa
Total Parking	2	Walk Score ®	15

Location

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Listing provided by Frank Trozzo, Frank Trozzo & Associates

(view all details for MLS #21129872)

3770 Langtry Rd, St. Helena, CA 94574 (MLS # 21114182)

90+ acres of pure heaven. Experience your own private nature preserve and restorative retreat only 15 minutes from downtown St. Helena. Distinguished, elegant and airy residence with sweeping views of the Mayacamas, Mt. St. Helena, the Santa Rosa plain, and on a clear day, the Pacific Ocean. Spacious rooms, high ceilings, and oak hardwood floors throughout. Seamless outdoor access. Native flora and fauna, walking trails, brooks, and waterfalls

Property Type(s): Residential, Single Family

Last Updated	1/28/2012	Tract	n/a
Year Built	1992	Community	St. Helena
Garage Spaces	1.0	County	Napa
Total Parking	1	Walk Score ®	0

Location

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Listing provided by Cyd Greer, Coldwell Banker BofV ST Helena

(view all details for MLS #21114182)

MLS # 21126343 in St. Helena, CA 94574

St Helena Estate nestled high on the hill! Maison de Joie is a nearly 2 acre wooded escape, private, overlooking Napa Valley vineyards. Just moments from the charming town of Saint Helena, restaurants, wineries & more. Napa Valley Views capture the essence of Napa Valley living. The expansive 4600 sf home offers 5 bedrooms, plus a lower level suite with its own parlor & 2 addt'l rooms.

Property Type(s): Residential, Single Family

Last Updated	12/21/2011	Tract	n/a
Year Built	1986	Community	St. Helena
Garage Spaces	n/a	County	Napa
Total Parking	n/a	Walk Score ®	8

Location

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Listing provided by Martha Rodman, Pacific Union International

(view all details for MLS #21126343)

3140 Old Lawley Toll Rd, Calistoga, CA 94515 (MLS # 21132078)

Spectacular Home with views of the Palisades and Table Rock.All GE Monogram appliances. Fisher Pakel Dishwasher. Custom cherry wood floors. All automated controlled lighting and entertainment system. Wine cellar with temperature control. Custom plaster walls.Open floor plan great for entertaining with custom windows and doors that open to wonderful views.RV parking with 50amp service. 3.0 acres with room for granny unit,sport court or pool.

Property Type(s): Residential, Single Family

Last Updated	1/4/2012	Tract	n/a
Year Built	1977	Community	Calistoga
Garage Spaces	n/a	County	Napa
Total Parking	n/a	Walk Score ®	0

Location

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Listing provided by Anthony Pereira, RE/MAX Gold Napa

(view all details for MLS #21132078)

3100 Silverado Trl, St. Helena, CA 94574 (MLS # 21118405)

Victorian style 4 bd/4.5 ba home exudes classic charm. Spacious floorplan with updated touches throughout. The modern kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, granite counters, 2 sinks, and large island. Other features include: formal living room with custom wood paneling and inlaid flooring, formal dining room, wine tasting room and cellar, & deck with outdoor fireplace. 2 bd/2ba Guest House with kitchen, and cottage w/bath & kitchenette.

Property Type(s): Residential, Single Family

Last Updated	1/25/2012	Tract	n/a
Year Built	1977	Community	St. Helena
Garage Spaces	n/a	County	Napa
Total Parking	n/a	Walk Score ®	8

Location

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Listing provided by John Duran, Frank Howard Allen-Santa Rosa

(view all details for MLS #21118405)

1131 Crestmont Dr, Angwin, CA 94508 (MLS # 21131488)

Nestled in the Napa Valley, with breathtaking views, lies a 9,500 sq. ft. hand crafted estate on over 7 acres. This property features four master suites, each with its own fireplace, a four story elevator, marble flooring, offering a palatial feel, and an extremely large open kitchen with a separate staging kitchen behind. This property also includes a revolving bookcase which leads to an unfinished basement or possible wine cellar.

Property Type(s): Residential, Single Family

Last Updated	2/4/2012	Tract	n/a
Year Built	2010	Community	Angwin
Garage Spaces	n/a	County	Napa
Total Parking	n/a	Walk Score ®	0

Location

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Listing provided by Michael Muters, Bradley Real Estate - Napa

(view all details for MLS #21131488)

Thank you for reading this post. If I can ever be of help in finding you the perfect property here in the Napa Valley, please email me at Curtis@NapaValleyAddress.com

Your Napa Valley Broker Extraordinaire, selling Real Estate here from its heart, Yountville

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Yountville, Napa Valley, Weekly Real Estate Update February 1, 2012 

Stats for last 7 days

new listing 2, price reduced 3, sale pending 1,  sold 1

Median prices, average days on market

current for sale           15 med price $609,000; avg days on market 133

current sale pendings  2  med price $491,750; avg days on market 251

sold in last 6 months    7 med price $529,500; avg days on market 83

New Listings

1894 Larkspur St, Yountville, CA 94599 (MLS # 21202707)

Great remodeled home features a beautiful Kitchen and open layout. The large back yard has a detached shed that makes a great office. Located just blocks from restaurants and shops. Cute park across the street.

Property Type(s): Residential, Single Family

Last Updated	2/4/2012	Tract	n/a
Year Built	1973	Community	Yountville
Garage Spaces	n/a	County	Napa
Total Parking	n/a	Walk Score ®	60

Location

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Listing provided by Cyndi Gates, Gates Estates

(view all details for MLS #21202707)

1881 Larkspur St, $580,000, 4 br 3 ba, 2,202 sf

Price Reductions

7 Jasmine St, Yountville, CA 94599 (MLS # 21124845)

Wow! Affordable single story 2 bdrm, 1 bath Yountville home. New carpet, new interior paint, attached garage, and more!

Property Type(s): Residential, Single Family

Last Updated	2/3/2012	Tract	n/a
Year Built	1998	Community	Yountville
Garage Spaces	1.0	County	Napa
Total Parking	1	Walk Score ®	49

Location

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Listing provided by Doug Solwick, Advantage One Real Estate

(view all details for MLS #21124845)

6600 Yount St, Yountville, CA 94599 (MLS # 21126004)

Wonderful low maintenance home with all the amenities you need for wine country living: travertine entry, 2 bedrooms, granite kitchen counters w/stainless appliances, private patio, enclosed garage, sparkling pool. Vineyard walks and strolls to famous local restaurants/shopping. Easy access to Hwy 29.

Property Type(s): Residential, Condo/Coop

Last Updated	2/1/2012	Tract	n/a
Year Built	1989	Community	Yountville
Garage Spaces	n/a	County	Napa
Total Parking	n/a	Walk Score ®	75

Location

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Listing provided by Linda Alioto, Wine Country Group Realtors by Better Homes & Gardens

(view all details for MLS #21126004)

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Sale Pendings

1892 Larkspur St, Yountville, CA 94599 (MLS # 21118553)

Great 3bdrm/2ba one story home just around the corner from Bistro Jeanty & Bouchon Bakery. Create a vegetable garden in your sunny backyard and enjoy the Napa Valley lifestyle. The beautiful remodeled kitchen will inspire your cooking and entertaining skills while friends and family gather in the great-room. French doors open out to patio and backyard. Hardwood floors through-out. Come Home to Napa Valley!

Property Type(s): Residential, Single Family

Last Updated	2/3/2012	Tract	n/a
Year Built	1974	Community	Yountville
Garage Spaces	n/a	County	Napa
Total Parking	n/a	Walk Score ®	65

Location

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Listing provided by Marcia Roman, Coldwell Banker BofV ST Helena

(view all details for MLS #21118553)

Solds

1890 Oak Cir, $450,000, 3 br 2 ba, 1,763 sf

Thank you for reading this post. If I can ever be of help in finding you the perfect property here in the Napa Valley, please email me at Curtis@NapaValleyAddress.com

Your Napa Valley Broker Extraordinaire, selling Real Estate here from its heart, Yountville

My website & blog: www.NapaValleyAddress.com

Napa Valley and California Real Estate Fast Facts

Napa County Residential Properties including condos/townhomes (Source: BAREIS)

• Listed for sale (477): lowest $69,900, highest $29,500,000, average price $1,217,949, median price $597,100, DOM 163
• Contingent sale pending (259): lowest $95,000, highest $5,900,000, average price $457,181, median price $339,000, DOM 149
• Sale pending (104): lowest $79,500, highest $1,995,000, average price $344,644, median price $274,450, DOM 82
• Sold last 6 months (680):  lowest $60,000, highest $9,000,000, average price $498,186, median price $332,184 DOM 121

Calif. median home price: December 2011: $285,920 (Source: C.A.R.)
Calif. highest median home price by region/county December  2011: Marin: $693,880 (Source: C.A.R.)
Calif. lowest median home price by region/county December 2011: Madera: $106,000 (Source: C.A.R.)

Calif. Pending Home Sales Index: December 2011: 91.6, an increase from the revised 82.5 recorded in December 2010

Calif. Traditional Housing Affordability Index: Third quarter 2011: 52 percent (Source: C.A.R.)

Mortgage rates: Week ending 1/26/2012 30-yr. fixed: 3.98% fees/points: 0.7% 15-yr. fixed: 3.24 fees/points: 0.8% 1-yr. adjustable: 2.74% Fees/points: 0.6% (Source: Freddie Mac)

Thank you for reading this post. If I can ever be of help in finding you the perfect property here in the Napa Valley, please email me at Curtis@NapaValleyAddress.com

Your Broker Extraordinaire, selling Napa Valley Real Estate from its heart, Yountville

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Upcoming Events in Yountville and Surrounding Napa Valley Areas February 2, 2011

This is weekly feature post I will now do every Thursday to tell you about upcoming events in Yountville and around the Napa Valley. This way readers have a little more time to plan to attend one of these events. Please visit and enjoy one or more of these and tell them Curtis sent you. Thanks!!!!

• February 2 – Queensryche’s Geoff Tate Unplugged @ Uptown Theatre
  

  Uptown Theater in Napa, Napa Valley

  
  Live Music: Multi-platinum selling, Grammy nominated singer/songwriter Geoff Tate is best known for his work with the progressive metal band Queensrÿche. Geoff is regarded as one of the most skilled vocalists in the genre with hundreds of modern, popular artists citing him and his band as a major influence. 1350 Third St., Napa
  Fee: $25 Time: Doors 7 p.m., show 8 p.m. Phone Number: 707-259-0123

• February 2 – 3 – Wine Lovers Boot Camp - Tasting Like a Pro
  Wine Education: If you’ve ever wondered how professionals approach a glass of wine or you want more confidence when tasting a wine presented to you by the restaurant sommelier, you need to attend this Boot Camp! Culinary Institute of America, St. Helena
  Fee: $895 Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Phone Number: 888-206-8425
• February 2 – Rieslings from around the World
  Wine Education: Back Room Wines presents a tasting of Rieslings from around the world on this Thursday evening. Taste, compare and enjoy Rieslings from Germany, Austria, France and the U.S.A. From bone-dry to late harvest, we’ll have the many styles of Riesling covered. Come get your Riesling on at Back Room Wines! First & Main Streets, Shop 120, Downtown Napa
  Fee: $15/Tasting. 10% off wines poured. Time: 5-8pm. No reservation neccessary. Phone Number: (707) 226-1378 Toll Free, (877) 322-2576
• February 2 – Darren Carter @ Napa Valley Opera House
  

  Napa Valley Opera House

  
  Performing Arts: Cafe Theatre Comedy: Darren Carter Featuring opening comic David Lew. Hosted by Rhonda Lucile Hicks of Red Dragonfly Productions. Held in the Cafe Theatre. Clean language, adult material – appropriate for age 16 and over. 1030 Main St., Napa
  Fee: $15 Time: 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707-226-7372

• February 3 – 4 – Charles Krug Winery Open House 
  Celebration: Enjoy a complimentary tasting of our new release wines on Friday,February 3rd and Saturday,February 4th. Visit with Peter Mondavi, Jr. on Friday and tour our historic Redwood Cellar adjacent to the Tasting Room. Come join the fun, no reservations necessary. 2800 Main Street St. Helena
  Fee: Free Time: 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707-967-2229
• February 3 – Oxbow Market Tour and Cooking Class
  Food Education: We meet at Oxbow Public Market to purchase our provisions; visit a winery and then back to the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class + lunch. Endive, pickled onion with smoked salmon salad with crème fraîche dressing; bavette with black pepper sauce; + orange sorbet.
  Fee: $215 Time: 8:45m-4:30pm Phone Number: 707-227-5036
• February 4 – Kiwanis Crab Feed
  Benefit, Dining: The Crab Feed once again offers all-you-can-eat crab, salad, pasta and french bread. There will be a no-host bar, music, dancing, silent auction, live auction and raffle. Visit us on-line for more information or to purchase tickets. Napa Expo, Chardonnay Hall, 575 Third Street, Napa CA
  Fee: $60 Time: 5:3pm-11pm Phone Number: 707-337-3848
• February 4 – Mardi Gras 2012
  Celebration: Dinner, dessert, complimentary fine wine, dancing to live music by The Special Guests & Let’s Make a Deal live auction at the beautiful Community Hall in exclusive downtown Yountville. Costumes encouraged & prizes awarded. Benefits Kolbe Academy & Trinity Prep. Tickets are $65 or a table for 8 for $500. Seating is limited. Call 707.258.9030. 6550 Yount Street, Yountville
  Fee: $65.00each Time: 5:30 to 10:30 Phone Number: (707)258-9030
• February 4 – Girard Winery Cabernet Release Day
  Wine Education: Decades after we began making Cabernet Sauvignon in the mid-70s, Girard Winery is still producing vintages with high acclaim and outstanding reviews. Now, in celebration of Napa’s shining star, Cabernet Sauvignon, we’re looking forward to releasing to you our newest Mountain Series selection – the 2009 Girard Spring Mountain! 6795 Washington St., Yountville
  Fee: $20, Free to Wine Club Members Time: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Phone Number: 707-968-9297 x.18
• February 4 – “Denim & Diamonds”
  Benefit: Our goal is to make much-needed repairs to the schoolrooms and playground and increase the availability of financial aid and scholarships. We cannot meet this goal without support from our friends and neighbors. This year’s event, “Denim and Diamonds,” will be held at the historic Charles Krug Winery, 2800 Main Street, St. Helena CA
  Fee: $100 Time: 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 967.1984
• February 4 – Sip and Sliders @ TopFlight Wine & Beer Tasting
  Food & Wine Education: Savor a juicy Tri-tip slider with your wine or beer flight. 1285 Napa Town Center, Napa
  Fee: $15 Time: 4:00p.m. – 6:00p.m. Phone Number: 707-253-9450
• February 4 – Cabernet Release Event @ Bennett Lane Winery
  Wine Education: Visit Bennett Lane Winery for the pre-release of our 2009 Cabernet and Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon. Swirl, Sip and Savor incredible Napa Cabs, including our 2008 Reserve Cabernet, 92 Points Robert Parker’s Advocat, and our 2006 Reserve Cabernet, 92 Points Wine Spectator. 3340 Highway 128, Calistoga
  Fee: $25 Time: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Phone Number: 1-877-629-6272
• February 4 – Silver Oak Release Day
  

  Silver Oak water tower, Napa Valley

  Celebration, Wine Education: More than a decade ago people started waiting outside our door to be among the first to taste our new release. Today we continue the tradition and would like to invite you to our Napa Valley Release Day. 915 Oakville Crossroad, Oakville, CA
  Fee: $50 per tasting, includes a complimentary Silver Oak glass Time: 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., sales until 4 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 273.8809

• February 4 – Fuller Park Walking Tour
  Recreation: Join us on a guided tour of the Fuller Park District, a National Register of Historic Places. Learn about Napa’s first suburbanites. Reservations are necessary as we must be able to contact you in the case of cancellation due to inclement weather.
  Fee: $10/$5 NCL & NCHS Members Time: 10am-12pm Phone Number: 707-255-1836
• February 4 – Cabernet Pre-Release Day at Cosentino
  Wine Education: Come get a sneak peak at our Reserve Cabernet and its library Varietal! All specially paired with a chocolate assortment! 7415 St. Helena Hwy, Yountville
  Fee: $20 Time: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. Phone Number: 707.921.2896
• February 7 – Celtic Nights @ Napa Valley Opera House
  Performing Arts: In this glittering production, six of Ireland’s most prominent vocal talents are complimented by six of its most accomplished step dancers, creating an exhilarating picture of a proud people who dared to dream big and doggedly carved out a home in the New World. 1030 Main St., Napa
  Fee: $30 / $35 Time: 8 p.m. Phone Number: 707-226-7372
• February 7 – Oxbow Market Tour and Cooking Class
  Food Education: We meet at Oxbow Public Market to purchase our provisions; visit a winery and then back to the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class + lunch. Beet Soup; pork tenderloin with cider sauce, roasted parsnips, and brussel sprouts with pancetta; + lemon posset.
  Fee: $215 Time: 8:45am-4:30pm Phone Number: 707-227-5036
• February 8 – Soul Salvation @ Napa Valley Opera House
  Live Music: Warm up your winter with this soulful concert featuring Ruthie Foster and Paul Thorn touring together for the first time. Ruthie (with her band) and Paul Thorn blend blues, rock, gospel, folk, R&B and country music for what promises to be a memorable show. 1030 Main St., Napa
  Fee: $25 Time: 8 p.m. Phone Number: 707-226-7372
• February 9 – Châteauneuf-du-Papes at Back Room Wines                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Wine Education: Come to Back Room Wines on this Thursday evening and drink four superb, world-class Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines. We’ll welcome you with Les Cailloux Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc 2010 ($50), then will line up three “killer” Chateauneufs for you to taste, compare and enjoy. This is not to be missed! First & Main Streets, Shop 120, Downtown NapaFee: $20/Tasting. 10% off wines poured. Time: 5-8pm. No reservation neccessary. Phone Number: (707) 226-1378 Toll Free, (877) 322-2576

Thank you for reading this post. If I can ever be of help in finding you the perfect property here in the Napa Valley, please email me at Curtis@NapaValleyAddress.com

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Yountville, Napa Valley, Weekly Real Estate Update February 1, 2012 

Stats for last 7 days

new listing 2, price reduced 1, sale pending 0,  sold 0

Median prices, average days on market

current for sale           15 med price $609,000; avg days on market 144

current sale pendings  1  med price $408,500; avg days on market 292

sold in last 6 months    6 med price $541,000; avg days on market 77

New Listings

1881 Larkspur St, $580,000, 4 br 3 ba, 2,202 sf

We're sorry, but we couldn't find MLS # 21201836 in our database. This property may be a new listing or possibly taken off the market. Please check back again.

Price Reductions

44 Lande Way, Yountville, CA 94599 (MLS # 21201415)

Yountville Square. Private corner lot with mountain views. Just blocks to town. This Craftsman home features an open floor plan with large French doors in kitchen/great room that open up to a custom stone patio with custom landscape lighting to accent all trees, plants and fountain. A reinforced concrete pad was added for a future outdoor kitchen. Chef's kitchen with granite countertops and stainless appliances. Plantation shutters throughout.

Property Type(s): Residential, Single Family

Last Updated	2/3/2012	Tract	n/a
Year Built	2006	Community	Yountville
Garage Spaces	2.0	County	Napa
Total Parking	4	Walk Score ®	63

Location

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.

Listing provided by Douglas Seiler, Seiler Real Estate & Mortgage

(view all details for MLS #21201415)

Sale Pendings none

Solds none

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Upcoming Events in Yountville and Surrounding Napa Valley Areas January 26, 2011

This is weekly feature post I will now do every Thursday to tell you about upcoming events in Yountville and around the Napa Valley. This way readers have a little more time to plan to attend one of these events. Please visit and enjoy one or more of these and tell them Curtis sent you. Thanks!!!!

• January 27 – Oxbow Market Tour and Cooking Class
  Food Education: Cooking with Julie. We meet at Oxbow Public Market to purchase our provisions, then a private tasting and then back to the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Crostini with leeks and ricotta, chicken cooked under a brick, and pear clafouti with star anise.
  Fee: $215 Time: 8:45am-4:30pm Phone Number: 707-227-5036
• January 27 – The Rivalry by Norman Corwin @ Napa Valley Opera House

  

  The Opera House Napa

  
  Performing Arts: Norman Corwin’s riveting depiction of the Lincoln-Douglas debates, uses dialogue from the original debate transcripts to bring to life the fierce competition between the future President and the incumbent Senator as they tackled the day’s most controversial issues – slavery and the American concept of freedom. 1030 Main St., Napa
  Fee: $30 / $40 Time: 8 p.m. Phone Number: 707-226-7372

• January 27 – 29 – “Mozart In Napa Valley” 
  Live Music: Napa Valley Music Associates presents the 15th Annual “Mozart In Napa Valley” Festival/Music Marathon/Birthday Celebration of Mozart’s 256th birthday. On Friday (6 – 9pm) and Saturday (3 – 6pm) events will be at The Meadows of Napa Valley, 1800 Atrium Pkwy, Napa. On Sunday’s (2 – 6 pm) event will be at SILO’S, 530 Main Street.
  Fee: $10 per event or $25 for the 3 days Time: See description Phone Number: 707-252-8671
• January 27 – Montrose @ Uptown Theatre
  Live Music: Music legends aren’t born easily. It has to be just the right band, with just the right sound, coming along at just the right time. That band was Montrose, and that sound was heavy, melodic, no-holds-barred rock and roll. 1350 Third St., Napa
  Fee: $28/$35 Time: 8 p.m. Phone Number: 707-259-0123
• January 27 – Back Room Blow Out XLV @ Back Room Wines
  Wine Education: Back Room Wines hosts its 45th walk-around wine tasting on this Friday evening, a week before Super Bowl XLV. Come visit and taste with four local winery owners and/or winemakers. Enjoy eight excellent wines and learn about from those who know them best. This fun, popular event is one not to miss! 1000 Main Street, Napa CA
  Fee: $10 Time: 5pm-8pm Phone Number: 707-226-1378
• January 27 – Cornerstone Cellars Winemaker Dinner
  Winemaker Dinner: Enjoy four-courses at Brix by Executive Chef Chris Jones, inspired by the wines of Jeff Keene. Alongside some of the best cuisine the Napa Valley has to offer, our winemaker will personally guide you through the most prized wines in our cellar. Limited to just 20 guests. 7377 St. Helena Hwy, Yountville
  Fee: $125 Time: 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 944-2749
• January 28 – “Ellie’s” Release Celebration at Hall St. Helena
  Celebration, Food & Wine Education: Craig’s mother, Ellie, was an art teacher and the inspiration for this special wine. Join us for an artful celebration of our latest release with small palettes of food and our cherished “Ellie’s” Cabernet Sauvignon. 401 St. Helena Hwy S., St. Helena, CA
  Fee: $49 Time: 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 967.2626
• January 28 – Cornerstone Cellars Wine& Cheese Pairing
  Food & Wine Education: On January 28th, take a look into what makes pairing wine with cheese so unique. Please visit from 2-5pm for a complimentary tasting of local artisan cheeses recommended by Oxbow Cheese Merchant. These cheeses will be paired perfectly with two of our Cornerstone and Stepping Stone wines from our library. 6505 Washington St., Yountville
  Fee: Free Time: 2:00-5:00 pm Phone Number: 707-945-0388
• January 28 – Crab and Pasta Dinner in Yountville
  Benefit: All-you-can-eat dinner of fresh cracked crab, pasta, salad and dessert with complimentary glass of wine. Lively event sells out fast! Cocktails at 6pm (no host bar), dinner at 7:00p.m. Live auction includes autographed Tim McGraw acoustic guitar. Silent auction includes wine locker. Benefits Kiwanis Club of Yountville’s college scholarships. 6516 Washington Street, Yountville
  Fee: $50 Time: 6:00pm Phone Number: 707-944-2777
• January 28 – Montelena House Party
  Celebration: On January, 28, 2012, Chateau Montelena will open for its first-ever House Party. Upstairs, downstairs – there will be food and wine around every corner. Eat, drink and be merry and then stay to party the night away, dancing to the music of San Francisco’s Wonderbread 5, at the first great party of the New Year. 1429 Tubbs Lane, Calistoga
  Fee: Starting at $45 Time: 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Phone Number: 707-942-5105
• January 28 – Tim Flannery & The Lunatic Fringe at Uptown Theatre 
  Live Music, Benefit: Bryan Stow Benefit Concert. Special guests include Bob Weir & others! A silent auction and VIP reception will open the evening and many of Napa Valley’s finest wineries, restaurants, hotels and businesses will be supporting the cause. 1350 Main Street, Napa CA
  Fee: $55/$100 Time: 6pm Reception/7:30pm Doors/8pm Show Phone Number: 707-259-0123
• January 28 – Tapas and Pintxos
  Food Education: Cooking with Julie. Tapas and pintxos are small plates are still in Vogue for entertaining. Learn how to make tapas and pintxos for a party or eclectic dinner. Crispy prawns with lemon salt, Iberico ham, chorizo and mussels, beet leaves stuffed with sausage, gildas, artichokes in romesco sauce, Manchego salad, + puff pastry with smoked Idiazábal cheese and quince. 1039 La Quinta Ct., Napa
  Fee: $145 Time: 4:00pm-8:00pm Phone Number: 707-227-5036
• January 28 – “Big Game” Party Cooking Demonstration @ Sterling Vineyards

  

  Sterling Vineyards

  
  Food Education: Sterling Vineyards invites you to join us for a cooking demonstration to host the Ultimate “Big Game” party. Kick off Saturday morning showing you how to prepare a sporty-yet-sophisticated menu of fabulous football watching snacks while learning essential cooking techniques. 1111 Dunaweal Ln., Calistoga
  Fee: $40 per person $30 Club Members Time: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Phone Number: Please RSVP to 800-726-6136 (opt 1)

• January 28 – Wine Tasting in Yountville
  Benefit, Wine Education: Features Yountville wineries: Hill Family Estate, Bardessono Vineyards, Hope & Grace Winery, Cornerstone Cellars, Sommerston Winery, Page Wine Cellars, Girard Winery, and Jessup Cellars. Benefits the Kiwanis Club of Yountville’s scholarship programs. Location: The Heritage Room in the elegant, Yountville Community Center.
  Fee: $10 Time: 5pm-6pm Phone Number: 707-944-2777
• January 28 – 29 – Rockapella @ Napa Valley Opera House
  Live Music: They’ve become one of the world’s most sophisticated and lasting pop vocal groups. A single concert opens a window on practically the whole history of vocal music from vintage Mills Brothers through jazz and rock to current Hip Hop. 1030 Main St., Napa
  Fee: $30 / $40 Time: 8 p.m. Phone Number: 707-226-7372
• January 28 – Barrel Tasting & New Release Party @ V. Sattui
  Celebration, Wine Education: Featuring a comprehensive tasting of the 2011 single-vineyard wines, newly released wines, older-vintage tastings and a spectacular menu of specially-prepared foods and hors d’oeuvres. This event is one of the most anticipated of the year. (Must be at least 21 years of age) 1111 White Ln., St. Helena
  Fee: $85 members/ 95 non-members Time: 5:30 to 8:30pm Phone Number: 707-963-7774
• January 28 – 20th Annual Crab Feed
  Benefit: Join us for the monumental year! Our Crab Feed boasts a large silent auction, dancing, and all-you-can-eat crab, pasta, and salad! Support Boys & Girls Clubs of Napa Valley, all while having fun. All the proceeds benefit our 3,000 members we serve annually. Napa Valley Expo, 575 Third Street, Napa
  Fee: $60 Time: 5:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 255-8866 x104
• January 28 – Sip and Sliders @ TopFlight Wine & Beer Tasting
  Food & Wine Education: Savor a juicy Tri-tip slider with your wine or beer flight. 1285 Napa Town Center, Napa
  Fee: $15 Time: 4:00p.m. – 6:0p.m. Phone Number: 707-253-9450
• January 29 – Annual COCHON 555 
  Celebration: group of chefs will each prepare a 150 pound heritage breed hog from head to toe for this friendly competition. Guests and local judges will determine a winner based on presentation, utilization and overall best flavor. In addition, five selected winemakers will showcase their wines. COCHON 555 is a tribute to heritage and heirloom breeds, chefs and winemakers. Culinary Institute of America, 2555 Main Street, St. Helena CA
  Fee: $125 Time: 4 p.m. VIP/ 5 p.m. General Admission Phone Number: 404-849-3569
• January 29 – Family Program at Napa Valley Museum
  Family Fun: Celebrate with us as we turn one year one birthday as a bilingual, grassroots network serving area families. Enjoy the magical “Dreams in Toyland exhibit, English and Spanish karaoke with Arty Party of the N.A.P.A. Show and Ms. Jenny, appetizers and cake, activities for all ages. 55 Presidents Circle, Yountville
  Fee: Free Time: 2:00-5:00pm Phone Number: 707-480-7436
• January 29 – Tillerman Tea Celebrates Chinese New Yea
  Celebration: Join Tillerman Tea as they welcome the Year of the Dragon and Chinese New Year with their annual lion dance celebration. Following the Lion Dance, Tillerman Tea will provide red envelopes and dumplings throughout the afternoon, while supplies last. 610 First St, Napa
  Fee: Free Time: 1 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 265 0200
• January 29 – Meet the Makers @ Mumm Napa
  Reception: Arts Council Napa Valley & Mumm Napa present Meet the Makers: Portraits of Local Food Artisans featuring the photography of Robb McDonough, Ashley Nicole Teplin, Ann Trinca, Israel Valencia and Ron Zak. Exhibition runs from November 20 through March 4, 2012. Fundraiser benefitting the Arts Council. 8445 Silverado Trail, Rutherford
  Fee: $50 Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707.257-2117 ext. 1
• January 31 – Oxbow Market Tour and Cooking Class
  Food Education: Cooking with Julie. We meet at Oxbow Public Market to purchase our provisions, then a private tasting and then back to the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Wild mushroom flan, chicken with butternut squash, kohlrabi and fingerling potatoes, chocolate truffle tart.
  Fee: $215 Time: 8:45am-4:30pm Phone Number: 707-227-5036

  February 1 – West End Wednesday The West End in Napa welcomes Tarla Grill, District 4 and Uptown Theatre’s Courtyard Café. Restaurants, tasting rooms and other businesses will have discounts, music, celebrities or other attractions. Many will offer food and wine. Developers and elected officials will be at West End Napa in the Avia building to talk about downtown development. First and Franklin Streets, Napa Fee: Free admission Time: 5-7 p.m. Phone Number: 707 258-0159 February 2 – Queensryche’s Geoff Tate Unplugged @ Uptown Theatre Live Music: Multi-platinum selling, Grammy nominated singer/songwriter Geoff Tate is best known for his work with the progressive metal band Queensrÿche. Geoff is regarded as one of the most skilled vocalists in the genre with hundreds of modern, popular artists citing him and his band as a major influence. 1350 Third St., Napa Fee: $25 Time: Doors 7 p.m., show 8 p.m. Phone Number: 707-259-0123 February 2 – 3 – Wine Lovers Boot Camp - Tasting Like a Pro Wine Education: If you’ve ever wondered how professionals approach a glass of wine or you want more confidence when tasting a wine presented to you by the restaurant sommelier, you need to attend this Boot Camp! Culinary Institute of America, St. Helena Fee: $895 Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Phone Number: 888-206-8425 February 2 – Rieslings from around the World Wine Education: Back Room Wines presents a tasting of Rieslings from around the world on this Thursday evening. Taste, compare and enjoy Rieslings from Germany, Austria, France and the U.S.A. From bone-dry to late harvest, we’ll have the many styles of Riesling covered. Come get your Riesling on at Back Room Wines! First & Main Streets, Shop 120, Downtown Napa Fee: $15/Tasting. 10% off wines poured. Time: 5-8pm. No reservation neccessary. Phone Number: (707) 226-1378 Toll Free, (877) 322-2576 February 2 – Darren Carter @ Napa Valley Opera House Performing Arts: Cafe Theatre Comedy: Darren Carter Featuring opening comic David Lew. Hosted by Rhonda Lucile Hicks of Red Dragonfly Productions. Held in the Cafe Theatre. Clean language, adult material – appropriate for age 16 and over. 1030 Main St., Napa Fee: $15 Time: 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707-226-7372

  

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Here is another Napa Valley town’s 2011 residential real estate sales statistics. This time I have chosen Yountville, arguable the heart of the Napa Valley. Yountville besides being such a gastronomic hot spot has been a place well know and a favorite for both residents and those who purchased second homes here. In my estimation, approximately half who reside here are full time residents, a quarter are second homes and a quarter are rentals.

Also included here is my ongoing tally of the residential sales numbers, number for sale as of January 1st, average & median prices and days on market (DOM) for the past six years.

 Thank you for reading this post. If I can ever be of help in finding you the perfect property here in the Napa Valley, please email me at Curtis@NapaValleyAddress.com

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Stats for last 7 days

new listing 1, price reduced 2, sale pending 0,  sold 0

Median prices, average days on market

current for sale           13 med price $609,000; avg days on market 154

current sale pendings  1  med price $408,500; avg days on market 281

sold in last 6 months    8 med price $558,750; avg days on market 63

New Listings

44 Lande Way, Yountville, CA 94599 (MLS # 21201415)

Yountville Square. Private corner lot with mountain views. Just blocks to town. This Craftsman home features an open floor plan with large French doors in kitchen/great room that open up to a custom stone patio with custom landscape lighting to accent all trees, plants and fountain. A reinforced concrete pad was added for a future outdoor kitchen. Chef's kitchen with granite countertops and stainless appliances. Plantation shutters throughout.

Property Type(s): Residential, Single Family

Last Updated	2/3/2012	Tract	n/a
Year Built	2006	Community	Yountville
Garage Spaces	2.0	County	Napa
Total Parking	4	Walk Score ®	63

Location

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.

Listing provided by Douglas Seiler, Seiler Real Estate & Mortgage

(view all details for MLS #21201415)

Price Reductions

23 Forrester Ln, Yountville, CA 94599 (MLS # 21115936)

This delightful pied a terre, located in charming Yountville has many uses. Downsizing, weekend getaway, or just plain easy living. Neat and clean, this quaint home has low maintanence mature gardens and no rear neighbors. A peaceful and quiet neighborhood setting within walking distance to downtown. Very delightful!

Property Type(s): Residential, Single Family

Last Updated	1/15/2012	Tract	n/a
Year Built	1998	Community	Yountville
Garage Spaces	1.0	County	Napa
Total Parking	1	Walk Score ®	62

Location

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.

Listing provided by Tracy Warr, Coldwell Banker B of V-Napa

(view all details for MLS #21115936)

19 Forrester Ln, Yountville, CA 94599 (MLS # 21122817)

Adorable Yountville Cottage! You will love welcoming guests from your inviting front porch and entertaining will be a breeze in the delightful rear yard complete with picket fence and rose garden. Sparkling hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, sky lights and so much more! You don't want to miss this one!

Property Type(s): Residential, Single Family

Last Updated	1/16/2012	Tract	n/a
Year Built	1998	Community	Yountville
Garage Spaces	n/a	County	Napa
Total Parking	n/a	Walk Score ®	62

Location

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.

Listing provided by Carolyn Roberts, Coldwell Banker B of V-Napa

(view all details for MLS #21122817)

Sale Pendings none

Solds none

Thank you for reading this post. If I can ever be of help in finding you the perfect property here in the Napa Valley, please email me at Curtis@NapaValleyAddress.com

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Napa County Residential Properties including condos/townhomes (Source: BAREIS)

• Listed for sale (482): lowest $59,000, highest $29,500,000, average price $1,261,887, median price $612,000, DOM 170
• Contingent sale pending (257): lowest $109,200, highest $8,350,000, average price $481,165, median price $338,000, DOM 148
• Sale pending (106): lowest $97,500, highest $1,250,000, average price $317,169, median price $272,000, DOM 91
• sold last 6 months (684):  lowest $60,000, highest $9,000,000, average price $495,072, median price $326,450, DOM 118

Calif. median home price: December 2011: $285,920 (Source: C.A.R.)
Calif. highest median home price by region/county December  2011: Marin: $693,880 (Source: C.A.R.)
Calif. lowest median home price by region/county December 2011: Madera: $106,000 (Source: C.A.R.)

Calif. Pending Home Sales Index: November 2011: 109.8, an increase of 11 percent compared with the prior year.
 
Calif. Traditional Housing Affordability Index: Third quarter 2011: 52 percent (Source: C.A.R.)

Mortgage rates: Week ending 1/12/2012 30-yr. fixed: 3.89% fees/points: 0.7% 15-yr. fixed: 3.16 fees/points: 0.8% 1-yr. adjustable: 2.76% Fees/points: 0.6% (Source: Freddie Mac)

Thank you for reading this post. If I can ever be of help in finding you the perfect property here in the Napa Valley, please email me at Curtis@NapaValleyAddress.com

Your Broker Extraordinaire, selling Napa Valley Real Estate from its heart, Yountville

My website & blog: www.NapaValleyAddress.com