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Welcome Home to Cedar Gables Cedar Gables Mansion is a perfect family home. Originally built as a single family home it has gone through many uses, but has maintained most of its original character. The 9 beautiful bedrooms, all with their own bathrooms would allow friends and family to easily come visit. The Culinary Showcase Kitchen and the outdoor kitchen make the professional chefs that have hosted cooking classes here, ecstatic. The formal dining room with its crystal chandeliers seats up to 18, making you the perfect host. The small intimate Tavern, with its low ceilings and paneled walls is called the Man Cave by most. The wine cellar in the basement can hold up to 1200 bottles. The old growth redwood paneling that surrounds the interior brings that Warm lustrous quality to music and voice. And with 3 secret staircases and lots of secret places, the Mansion is a perfect place for hide and go seek. You find yourself wrapped in comfortable luxury . MLS#21116886

Offered at $3,750,000

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The majority of the River Park Shopping Center has been listed for sale.

River Park Shopping Center for sale again By Jennifer Huffman

PROSPECTIVE BUYER’S PLANS ARE UNKNOWN

The majority of Napa’s River Park Shopping Center has been listed for sale and an offer is pending, according to a real estate listing on a commercial broker website. In a marketing brochure from Capital Pacific, the price of the multi-acre shopping center is described as “best offer.” The center has a two-part ownership structure, which has complicated plans to redevelop some or all of the mall. Since 2006, most of the center, except for the section that is home to Fresh & Easy, has been owned by Napa Riverpark LP, also known as Rutherford Investments. The smaller Fresh & Easy parcel is owned by Rudd Properties, or ZR River Park LLC, and is not included in this deal, according to the online listing. ZR River Park LLC also owns 2 percent of the larger section. Before the recession hit, Napa Riverpark LP looked to redevelop the majority of the center, but those plans stalled. “We were excited” when the current ownership bought the mall from a group of owners, Jennifer LaLiberté, the city’s economic development manager, said of the 2006 acquisition. “They have a vision to renovate the center and incorporate some housing which sounded really exciting, but that never took place,” she said. “It could use a shot in the arm.” “At a minimum it’d be nice to see the center upgraded and the parking and circulation improved,” LaLiberté said. The center is zoned community commercial so there are opportunities to attract retailers that could serve the entire community,” she said. “There could really be some synergy between South Napa Marketplace, Napa Crossings South (a center under development on Soscol Avenue)” and River Park, she said. LaLiberté said the prospective new owners did not want to discuss the sale until it is completed. “I know very little about them,” LaLiberté said.

“What I gathered is they are a familyowned development company that also have a leasing entity and a management entity.” The company is located outside of Napa County and has no other Napa County projects, she said. Asked if Rudd Properties was the pending new owner, John Dobrovich of Rudd Properties said no. Dobrovich declined to comment further. A listing agent at Capital Pacific could not be reached for comment on this story. Michael Holcomb of Strong & Hayden is the most recent leasing agent for the mall. He said a new owner would be good news for Napa. “The fact that the space is going to be repositioned in the market — I think it’s great.” Todd Zapolski, another Napa developer, previously partnered with Leslie Rudd in the real estate and development firm Zapolski+Rudd when it originally purchased the Fresh & Easy parcel. “It’s a particularly tricky asset,” Zapolski said of the center. “It’s got constraints because of the access and the neighboring properties. You’d have to be sensitive to what’s going to work there.” “It’s going to take a lot of effort to reposition and renovate,” but “it would be great to see something positive happen there,” the developer said. He wondered if it would make more sense to tear down the existing buildings and start over again. However, with Fresh & Easy in the middle, “it’s hard to reconfigure what you’ve got.” Zapolski said he did not make an offer on the property. According to city business tax records, in 2007 the center and other shopping in the immediate area received $25.8 million in revenue. In 2008, the figure was $35.4 million, but dropped to $30.4 million in 2009. Revenue then increased to $32.6 million in 2010, $38.7 million in 2011 and $39.5 million in 2012. December 2013 — 9

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59.7± ACRE ESTATE PROPERTY Located Calistoga and Knights Valley, adjacent to Blossom Creek Winery and Turnbull. 4100sq. ft main residence, 900 sq.ft. guest house currently utilized as an office. Approx 16.7 acres of vineyard on a long term lease expiring in 2025. An additional 8± acres of vineyard - 4 acres of hillside Cabernet and 4±acres of Petite Sirah. Additional plantable acreage and potential for Winery/Caves. A rare opportunity. $7,500,000

www.calistoga-realty.com Calistoga Realty Co., Inc.

1473 C Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, CA 94515 707-942-9422

BELLA VISTA VINEYARDS An incredible opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind Estate property situated on over 200 acres in Napa and Sonoma County. The custom built Mediterranean Style residence was designed by Adrian Martinez AIA and there are three additional buildable parcels included in this sale and each one provides panoramic views. Approx. 37 acres of premium vineyard, winery and cave potential. Vineyard and house can be purchased separately. Call for Details $12,800,000

ESTATES • VINEYARDS • VACATION HOMES • LAND RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERICAL Sharon Carone, Broker • Darlene Brissard, Realtor • Brian Durnian, Broker December 2013 — 11

INCREDIBLE VALLEY FLOOR LOCATION Situated just south of Sterling Vineyards - this 6+ acre parcel is graced with 100+ year old Valley Oaks, a 4+ acre premium Cabernet Vineyard, a 3 bedroom main house and the original creekside cabin now used as a guest house. Panoramic views in all directions. Large lawn area and vineyard surround the in-ground pool. Ideal weekend home. $2,300,000

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1473 C Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, CA 94515 707-942-9422

TASTEFUL AND CLASSY Normandy style home with guest house, art studio/workshop, in ground pool, a great old barn and a master gardener designed rose garden. Living room w/ fireplace, wood floors, crown molding and indirect lighting, formal dining room, office/den w/ custom built-ins, media room, gourmet kitchen with top of the line appliances, custom cabinetry, La Rochelle tile counters, banquette and a lovely screened in porch. Two parcels. $1,780,000

GREAT FIND On the Old Lawley Toll Rd. Main residence features a bright and cheery great room w/ vaulted ceiling, fireplace, travertine marble floors and a newly remodeled kitchen with dramatic views of the Palisades and hillside vineyards. Charming 2 bedroom guest house with a great builtin tenant. Situated on 5 acres w/ garden area, rock walls, and plenty of room for a hobby vineyard. Lots of privacy between the main house and the guest house. $975,000

BETTER THAN COUNTRY LIVING This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on almost ½ acre offers plenty of room for a pool, garden, or small hobby vineyard. The detached guest/granny unit has 1 bedroom, living room, small kitchen and bath. Plenty of room for a shop in the oversize 2 car garage. Located within the City limits, just a few short blocks to golf, tennis, and the restaurants and spas of Calistoga. $850,000

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R-3VA ZONING with this 9148 square foot lot with a little house that was built on a bet that a house could be constructed without nails. This little bungalow is a piece of Calistoga history. Value is in the large parcel that has great location and potential. Renovate the bungalow, or rebuild with multiple units. $419,000

OLD LAWLEY TOLL ROAD Great building site on this 2.45 acre parcel located just minutes from downtown Calistoga. House is most likely a tear down, and well and septic need developing, but great potential for views of the Palisades and vineyard from this lovely parcel. $475,000

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1473 C Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, CA 94515 707-942-9422

GREAT BUILDING SITE inside the City limits this 2.03 acre building site on the western side of the Valley has partial views of Mt. St. Helena and the Palisades. Paved road is in and shared well for landscaping. Need to develop a septic and hook to City water. Close to Calistoga’s restaurants and spas. $549,000

BEAUTIFUL FRANZ VALLEY Idyllic setting for this lovely 1.66 acre parcel with a quaint creek, views, and ideally located between Calistoga and Santa Rosa for convenient access to both worlds. Well is in, several building sites, beautiful setting. REDUCED TO $439,000

WISTERIA GARDEN COTTAGES This vintage inn has 2 legal units behind the main house. Main house has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, wood floors, beautiful old wainscoting in the living area, great location and a large lot. Good potential. $775,000

VIEWS! Privacy and a top of the world feeling from this wooded 10.9 acre parcel located on Mt. St. Helena. Well is in with plenty of water and 2 storage tanks. Room to build your dream home and more. $600,000

ESTATES • VINEYARDS • VACATION HOMES • LAND RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERICAL Sharon Carone, Broker • Darlene Brissard, Realtor • Brian Durnian, Broker December 2013 — 13

CALISTO GA DIV R SUSIE’ S GETS A SCREUBBA BING Josh Blakeley, right, is one of the new owners of Susie’s Bar. He is here with day bartender Brandon Deguarda. Susie’s got spruced up with the change of owners and will see more modest improvements over time. Anne Ward Ernst/Photo

By Anne Ward Ernst It’s been a dive bar and it will still be a dive bar, just cleaner and friendlier to a wider clientele, a new owner of Susie’s Bar said about the changes taking place at the local landmark on Lincoln Avenue. Josh Blakeley, 41, and his business partner Frank Kibbish, 34, took over Susie’s in late September, but buying the business was something Blakely, a Calistogan, had on his mind for a long time, he said. “I’ve been courting Red (Coil) for a whole year,” Blakeley said. Rumors have swirled around town for some time that Coil, the previous owner of Susie’s, might sell. Blakeley wanted to be the one to own the iconic bar next. Just about every day after work for about two months, Blakely, who owns a landscape and construction business for his day job, would hang out at Susie’s, nursing a beer, taking notes, watching the customers and imagining how the bar could change. 14 — Distinctive Properties

Once the sale went through, the first order of business was cleaning up the place. “It took a week with 20 guys working on it,” Blakeley said of the clean-up process. More light shines in the windows now that posters and other signs have been removed and the glass cleaned. Beyond the narrow hallway entrance from Lincoln Avenue, the black gate-like bars have been removed. The supplies that sat in the path have been moved to a proper storage area that is being built upstairs. A shelf was installed behind the bar to show off top-shelf liquor. Oh, and the stripper pole and porn machine are gone. Soon, new large-screen TVs will come and there will be a focus on showing sporting events. On the second level above where the pool tables sit, they’ll install bi-fold glass doors so that the area can be sectioned off for private parties, or meetings such as one held recently by the Lions Club. They hope to have live music one or two times a month, open mic nights once a week and possibly outdoor seating in the back. To Blakeley and Kibbish, Susie’s isn’t just a bar, it isn’t just a business to make money, it’s a part of the community. And they want to preserve its

place in the culture of the community as well as give back. “We want to be able to do things like sponsor a Little League team, things like that,” Blakely said. Blakeley likes the quirkiness and uniqueness of Susie’s and he wants to enhance it by bringing back things from the past related to the building, which once housed a bakery, he said. Susie’s has the oldest operating liquor license in Napa County, Blakely said. Tracks on the floor that are a relic of the bakery days will remain and Blakeley is looking for a replica cart that would have been used to transport flour. Gone, Blakeley said, will be the days of unsavory behavior. Thanks to seven new security cameras, he hopes Susie’s will be a place locals and tourists alike would like to spend some time and feel safe. Blakeley and Kibbish have a thing for refurbishing dive bars. About 1-1/2 years ago they bought and spruced up the Forest Club in Ukiah. More upgrades will come as time passes. “It doesn’t cost anything to keep the place clean,” Blakeley said.

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THIS IS A BEAUTY! In Chateau Calistoga 55+ community. This 2006 Silvercrest manufactured home is gorgeous! It is a spacious 1900 S/F ± with 3BD, office/study, 2BA, offering wood flooring, fireplace, master bath jacuzzi tub, crown moldings, and the highlight is the huge gourmet kitchen with center island and lots of cabinetry. Included is a Tuffshed workshop. Offered at $199,500

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VIEWS OF THE COUNTRYSIDE This Southwestern style residence has been upgraded and well maintained throughout the interior and exterior, offering pristine and perfect “five star value!” Features are: open & airy great room with marble fireplace; Spanish paver tiled floors throughout; French doors leading onto a large flagstone patio with views of Mt. St. Helena & countryside. 3 BD, 2 BA. Offered at $505,000

NEWER CALISTOGA DUPLEX Enjoy the peace, tranquility, and serene setting of these two units, located in town with a countryside setting. Masterfully crafted to every detail. Each unit offers a great sunroom for all year use. Special features are: pine and slate flooring, vaulted ceilings, custom detail woodwork throughout, Jenn-Aire stainless appliances, loft shelving, and more! Each is 2BD/2BA QUALITY CUSTOM CONSTRUCTION. Offered at $875,000

VIEWS OF THE COUNTRYSIDE ABOUND! In this Chateau Calistoga pied-a-terre, a prime 55+ community. This manufactured home offers many quality upgrades throughout: kitchen topof-line stainless commercial quality appliances, laminated wood flooring, master bath Jacuzzi tub, enclosed sunroom with custom cabinetry. It is light and white with its newly painted interior! Relax and enjoy the views from the rear porch of this home. 2 BD, 2 BA. Offered at $52,000

AFFORDABLE LIVING IN THE NAPA VALLEY! In Chateau Calistoga, a prime 55+ community. This well maintained home is a spacious 1600 S/F± with 3BD, 2 BA, family room and sunroom, front and rear porches. It has newer interior and exterior paint, featuring a beautiful myrtlewood kitchen floor. Newer double pane windows, roof, HVAC, and water heater. GREAT CONDITION! Offered at $69,000

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As we come to the close of another year, we continue to hold the same thoughts of “faith, hope, love” both professionally and personally within the Terra Firma Family. We feel blessed to work in such an amazing community. Here’s wishing all our clients, industry friends, and family the most joyous of Holiday Seasons. Thank you for our continued growth and success. Warmly, Heidi, Bill, Terry, Beth, Ellen, Amber, Jen, Christopher, Nadia, Renee, Henry, Geoffrey and the entire Terra Firma Global Partners Family

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SOLD IN 2013 218 Zinfandel Lane

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St. Helena $5,600,000 Napa $5,000,000 Oakville $2,950,000 1 Reno Court 1155 Castle Oaks Drive 2135 Hoffman Lane

Napa

$2,495,000 Napa $1,525,000 Yountville $1,489,000 160 Canyon Place 3395 Dr y Creek Road 6550 Oak Leaf Court

Napa $1,450,000 Napa $1,440,000 Yountville $1,380,000 10 Huntington Court 1905 Finnell Way 18438 Carriger Way

Napa

$1,350,000 Yountville $1,195,000 Sonoma $1,025,000 5 Har vest Court 5 Foxglove 8 Jasmine

Napa

$839,000 Yountville

$795,000 Napa

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$750,000

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1954 Oak Circle

224 Vista Court

Yountville $745,000 Yountville $711,800 Yountville $595,000 1324 A Street 101 Kreuzer Lane 165 Vineyard Circle

Napa $525,000 Napa $525,000 Yountville $475,000 114 Vineyard Circle 6640 Jefferson 281 Luring Pines

Yountville $460,000 Yountville $450,000 Angwin $420,000 39 Valley Club 208 Vista Court 238 Vista Court

Napa $415,000 Yountville $415,000 Yountville $414,000 6468 Washington Street #85 6468 Washington Street #95 6484 Washington #134

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$120,000 Yountville

$93,000 Yountville

$38,000

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6701 Mesa Way, Yountville

Classic Craftsman under construction, is set among redwoods in a lovely peaceful setting in world famous Yountville. Perfect for a second home or enjoy retirement in this state-of-the-art home. You walk into a large great room with soaring vaulted ceilings that open to the Kitchen & patio beyond. All other rooms have 9+ ft ceilings. The Master Suite & an office/den are on the main level that makes this wonderful home a perfect choice. The bonus is a huge storage area! MLS# #21319704

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MLS# 21305262

Offered at $1,650,000

Offered at $156,000

drive, gorgeous mature trees, beautiful custom home and guest house. Perfectly situated along the hillside. Beautifully remodeled kitchen, decks with stunning views of the Napa Valley and a spa tub. Fantastic area for entertaining, and much more.

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Gorgeous newer home with many upgrades and open floor plan. Beautiful Birch hardwood floors and spacious 9 foot ceilings with clear story windows and recessed lighting throughout. The kitchen features wonderful Oak cabinets and a peninsula counter. Solar shades and closet organizers are included as well. Impeccably maintained and located toward the back of the park, very quiet. Plans for an attached 1 car garage have been submitted for a permit. MLS# #21319091

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3071 North Avenue, Napa

Large parcel with a Craftsman home to remodel while you stay in the new Manufactured home. There’s a nice barn for storage and large yard for gardens. Great opportunity to live centrally located among other lovely older homes. Room for a pool or Bocce Ball court. Lots of fruit trees, raised garden beds and beautiful mature shade trees.

Gorgeous level 1.6 +/- acre parcel in East Napa, ready for your dream home. Beautiful views of the neighboring knoll and surrounding hills. Very quiet and peaceful, yet just minutes to downtown Napa and all the wonderful restaurants and shopping. Well and electric at the street. If you have been waiting for that “just right” parcel, you will want to see this.

MLS# 21310581

MLS# 21302994

One of the most luxurious, and rare, 3 bedroom condo’s with spectacular vineyard views. Beautifully renovated with granite countertops, Fireplace surrounds and shower’s. The kitchen features a Viking range, for all your entertaining needs. Enjoy the gorgeous patio with a spectacular outdoor Kitchen, featuring a grill, sink and refrigerator, with vineyards & the Stags Leap Mountains as your backdrop. All this just blocks from the great restaurants. MLS# 21314808

www.1867CarignanWay.com

Offered at $775,000

Offered at $499,000

Offered at $989,000

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Giving the Gift of Home Ownership There are few purchases as to the transaction. The Federal exciting as a first home Housing Administration purchase. Giving a gift (FHA) currently accepts of equity to a family 100% of the down member may be an payment from a exciting possibility gift of equity. The for some families following is a list or first time of persons FHA homebuyers has determined is to begin their allowed to offer a journey of home gift of equity. ownership. It can • Parent often take many • Grandparent months or years • Child (biological, to save for a down adopted or foster) payment. Along with the additional costs of moving, • Spouse closing costs and relocating, new • Sibling or Step-Sibling home buyers might find the possibility of • Aunts/Uncles owning a home daunting. When fully understood, a gift As far as the mortgage is concerned, a gift of of equity could be a lasting and wonderful inheritance equity is typically acceptable for most loan programs, to a beloved family member. provided the appraisal supports the required value for A gift of equity is a gift of all or part of your equity in the purchase price and the gift is well-documented. the property you own, your equity being the difference I recommend that a tax attorney or accountant be between the value and what you owe on it. If you own consulted to understand any tax consequences that your home free and clear, you may gift a portion of your equity. A gift of equity is different than a gift of could impact the buyer or seller. There are annual limits cash. There are different guidelines lenders require for to the amount of the gift that the donor can offer. It obtaining a mortgage with a cash gift vs. a gift of equity. is possible that the donor will need to file a Federal A basic example might be a homebuyer purchasing gift tax return if the gift exceeds those limits. There a home from their parents who currently own the house will be no federal tax assessed at the time of sale. It free and clear. If both parties agree to a purchase price will depend on the situation you leave at the time your of $400,000, and the parents agree to gift the child estate is handled. $100,000 in gift equity, the loan would be in the amount of $300,000. Generally, most conventional mortgage programs require a 20% down payment when it is all gifted. If the gift is less it is typical that the borrower would be required to bring in 5% of his own money

If you are fortunate enough to be in the position of receiving or giving a gift of equity, take the time to learn the details and guidelines of the transaction early in the process. Home ownership is a generous gift that can last for generations.

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WE KNOW THE NAPA VALLEY! Thank you for making 2013 a fantastic year! The positive momentum looks to be continuing into 2014 and we would love to help you make your Real Estate dreams come true.

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ease this bright and cheerful 4 bedroom, 3 bath custom built home located among the vineyards on a country lane minutes from downtown Saint Helena. Tastefully renovated chefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitchen with granite counter tops, a Viking stove and stainless steel appliances is shared with an additional room and fireplace. The beautifully landscaped backyard with pool plus a separate 1 bedroom guest suite with an additional bath gives greater ambiance for entertaining.

Available for $5000 per month

ST. HELENA CHARMER

Chic 3 bedroom, 2.25 bath home in a rarely available neighborhood! Nice floor plan with kitchen opening into a cozy living

room and raised hearth fireplace. Amenities include a gas stove, hardwood floors in all bedrooms and a lovely landscaped back yard featuring raised beds with a quaint arbor. Large, pie-shaped lot with views of distant mountains. This comfortable home is close to downtown St. Helena.

Offered for $635,000

Bobbin Willcutt

707.479.1225 bobbin.willcutt@pacunion.com www.homesbuybobbin.com License No.: 00665680

Luxury Real Estate Professional

Davidson & Bennett Realtors 1817 Jefferson Street, Napa, California 94559 Wayne Davidson (707) 486-4780

(707) 253-0220

Web Site: www.dbrealtors.com Email: homes@dbrealtors.com

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Scott Ghisletta (707) 486-9556

(707) 246-2278

SECLUDED AND QUIET! Nestled in the trees is this 4 bd, 3.5 ba home with beautiful views of neighboring vineyards & the hills. Other features include Living/Dining Room combo with eating area in Kitchen plus detached office with living quarters, basement & separate wine cellar. Wraparound porch makes it easy to relax & enjoy the views, the nicely landscaped yards & listen to the chirp of the birds. Raised beds for gardening & a bonsai shed. MLS#21318026 $1,495,000

JUST WHAT YOU HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR! Approximately 9 acres of great property in the Berryessa area. 2 Bedroom, 2 bath home with approximately 1798 sq. ft. of living space with central heat/air, den/study, laundry room, garage, 40’ x 75’ barn/Ag building and a private road. Solar panels to save on energy. Enough room for animals, plants, play area and yet only about 20 minutes from Napa. MLS#21323587 $470,000

Joan Baldini

Carole Gruss

(707) 479-8391

(707) 246-5444

Debbie Ball-Lode (707) 396-1778

Diane Hampton CREEK SETTING & A COUNTRY FEEL! 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 baths on a lovely court location with a very special lot. Gourmet kitchen offers 6 burner Viking range, custom cabinets, trash compactor, breakfast bar, built-in refrigerator & Granite counters. Master bedroom with balcony overlooking backyard & creek. RV parking. MLS#21317043 $859,000

OAK TREE VINEYARDS Well maintained gated community in north Napa for 55+ seniors. Nicely located 2 bedroom 2 bath home freshly painted on the interior plus new bathroom tile floors. Central heat and air, built-in dining room hutch and enclosed patio room. Laundry hookups in garage. Call today for your own private showing. MLS#21324458 Priced right at $85,000

Garrett Beem

Stacie Patrick

(707) 738-5818

Ray Beem

(707) 738-5807

(707) 287-0755

BEAUTIFUL VIEWS OF VINEYARDS! 11.9 acres consisting of 5.45 acres in Merlot and 4.91 acres in Chardonnay a 2 bedroom and 2 bath home. Additional features include a 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Guest House with loft and an in-ground pool. MLS#21318196 $4,500,000

QUAINT & CHARMING OLD TOWN 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath home with lots of character 2 blocks from Fuller Park. Very light and bright with lots of new dual pane windows, wood floors in dining & living rooms and new carpet in bedrooms and hall. MLS#21324816 $519,000

Dan Coker

(707) 337-6502

Nancy Pridmore (707) 328-2222

Lark Raymond

(707) 815-8501

Laura Freeman

(707) 328-9852

(707) 322-6370

JUST OVER 1/2 AN ACRE IN EAST NAPA! Nice, clean 3 bedroom, 2 bath country home on approximately 0.64 acres on a quiet street. Amenities include hardwood floors, built-in cabinetry, fireplace, central heat, 3+ car garage and lots of potential here at an affordable price. MLS#21323231 $599,000

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DESIRABLE EAST NAPA! Pleasant & light makes this 3 bedroom, 2 bath the home for you! Approximately 1852 square feet of living space with family/dining room, laundry room, central heat & covered patio. Nicely landscaped with auto sprinklers. MLS#21310042 $455,000

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Jennifer Roberts (707) 260-5502

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Distinguished Independent Brokerages N A PA VALLE Y E A C H O FFIC E IN D E P ENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED Why LIST or BUY your property with California Outdoor Properties?

CalBRE # 077783985

CECE SHORT 707-337-0224

• California Outdoor Properties specializes in buying and selling the finest vineyard, recreational, hunting, fishing, equestrian, farm, ranch and residential properties. • We are not your typical Real Estate Agents. • We believe in the old west philosophy where a handshake is our word. • Our success is based on a strong work ethic and knowledge and love for the land. • We have a high level of customer service with a commitment to excellence and a passion for what we do. • Our association with Cabela’s Trophy Properties®, a name that sportsmen have trusted for over 45 years, provides us with a working network of agents throughout the nation.

NEW LISTING

BILL & BERNIE WILSON 707-486-8415 www.billandbernie.com CalBRE # 00583715

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eveloping a personal relationship with you and your family helps me to be the best I can be as your Real Estate Broker. I enjoy getting to know your needs, expectations and dreams. Whether you are a buyer or a seller, my top priority is to help you through the whole process with the least amount of frustration and the most amount of satisfaction. Selling Real Estate in the Napa Valley for over 20 years has given me the experience to fulfill those dreams and expectations with you.

FAYE GUMAN Broker/Owner 707-255-5316

CalBRE# 00861669

Call and let me help you as I have done for so many other satisfied clients.

Faye Guman Real Estate Services

-Faye Guman

COMING SOON!

DAVE JOHNSON 707-226-1400

Located in Browns Valley. Beautiful “turn-key” single story residence with generously proportioned bright rooms. 3 spacious bedrooms, 3 baths. Wrap-around front porch. Bosch appliances in the gourmet kitchen. Great Room. 10ft ceilings. Built in 2011. Priced at $799,000

Don’t Miss the Lowest Rates in 40 Years!

JUDY BICKELL Branch Manager 707-252-5972 jbickell@iservelending.com

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2001 Jefferson St., Ste. A Napa, CA 94559 Office 707-253-2300 Fax 707-264-6513 www.napahomeloans.com

CalBRE# 00968567

Lovely period home in Fairview Terrace, a wonderful old Napa neighborhood. This three bedroom, two bath vintage home has much of itís original character still intact. The sellers are moving on to their next vintage experience, leaving this home ready for you to make your own. $425,000

Napa Residential Realty

Selling a Loved One’s Property Our company has assisted many clients who have had the responsibility of selling property for a loved one who can no longer handle their own affairs, or who have been the victim of a serious illness which has disabled them. We can help in many ways. If you are a Trustee or a Guardian of ones affairs and need assistance with the sale of Real Estate, we would be happy to help you through what is sometimes a difficult time for both the person responsible for selling the property as well as the person who is being displaced. Three of our last four sales have been either an estate or a Trusteeship. We would be happy to provide references from our clients to show you that extraordinary effort is sometimes needed in this type sale. We have the experience and would be happy to talk to you about how we might make your experience worry free and successful. We have had many clients who are from out of state, with loved ones in the Valley, who will attest to our caring response when asked to help. One call will give you peace of mind. 707-257-0443

JACK GOODWIN Broker/Owner 707-257-0443 707-257-1134 fax CalBRE# 00156373

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“Pedregal Vineyards” Estate

Oakville AVA 7.48+/- acre estate with 3.5+/- acre Cabernet Sauvignon/Petite Verdot vineyard. Neighbors are Screaming Eagle, Rudd and Dalla Valle. Vineyard lease to Ramey Wine Cellars, $120,000+ annual net income. 2009 vintage earned 95-97 point Parker rating! MLS 21302183

Offered at $5,495,000

Vineyard With Serene Designer Home

Single story 5,842 sqft, 3+BD/3BA by renowned SF designer John Wheatman. Large windows, glass doors, high sloped ceilings, underground wine cellar. 7.58 acres with 5.87 acres of Ribolla Gialla & Cabernet vineyards. Lap pool, outdoor dining area with fireplace. Detached 2BD/2BA home with kitchen. MLS 21312496 Offered at $5,750,000

Jocelyne Monello 707-224-8281 www.move2napavalley.com jmonello@gmail.com

Timeless Tuscan Style

Contemporary Tuscan style home with expansive views. Impressive 4,184 SF home, 4BD/3.5BA + loft on 0.58 +/- acres, with exquisite architecture. Custom cabinetry, vaulted ceilings, bamboo floors. Two elegant master suites, wine cellar, pool. MLS 21314899

Offered at 2,200,000

Your Never-Ending Retreat

The best of nature is on display at this renovated 3BD/2BA home and second home with 1BD/1BA and kitchen. Private 25.55 +/- acres along Redwood Creek, extensive landscaped pathways and large deck. Floor to ceiling windows, wood and stone details. Minutes to town. MLS 21317866

Offered at $1,650,000

Your Local Expert Connected Worldwide

BRE# 00871806

In Rutherford With Vineyard Views Monte Vista Court ~ Five Lots Left

Ideal Rutherford location on the valley floor with vineyard views. Tucked away down a private lane, this cozy 3BD/2BA home with loft is a perfect weekend home. Bright with high ceilings and natural wood flooring. Enjoy the tranquil vineyard views while sitting on your outdoor patio. MLS 21309477 Offered at $849,000

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“Montecito Estates” an exclusive address in Napa’s eastern hills close to downtown Napa. Each lot has its own elevation drawing design approved by the City of Napa. A private drive leads to the beautiful oak studded lots with city utilities in place. Build the home you’ve dreamed of! Offered $495,000—$635,000

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1273 SYLVANER AVENUE, ST. HELENA

ALL NEW, poolside-living, gorgeous home on St. Helena’s desirable west-side. This peaceful, single level, 4 bed/2 full bath home has undergone a complete, no expense spared remodel inside and out. Its inviting and open living areas are ready for you to move-in, relax around the pool or walk to the famous shops, wineries and restaurants. It’s a beauty inside and out.

$1,095,000

Dave Samson

707.342.0809

5350 WASHINGTON STREET, NAPA

Lovely views of the Napa vineyards and near the Yountville border!!! This single-level home is set on almost 1/2 acre and is ideal for entertaining. Be close to all of the fun amenities that both Yountville and Napa have to offer. Open and spacious feel. Generous amounts of hardwood flooring. On public water!!! Live the Napa Valley lifestyle from your large deck overlooking the adjacent vineyard and mountains in the distance!!

$650,000

Mark Lesti

707-320-8950

2990 REDWOOD ROAD, NAPA

Browns Valley private and serene creekside setting. Within the City of Napa, but while enjoying a country feel. Home is set on 1.7 level acres of natural beauty. Fronts a creek & includes a very clean move-in-ready home. Mature trees and landscaping complete the privacy & the property backs up to County land and vineyards. Tentative Map approved by City of Napa for dividing property into three 1/2-acre developable lots. Or just plant a vineyard!

$824,900

Mark Lesti

707.320.8950

400 VIA PALO LINDA, GREEN VALLEY

Now is your chance to make this home on a large corner lot, in the desirable Estates, yours! Green Valley Estates is often described as the hidden gem of the county. Completely remodeled inside and out, new roof and landscaping, 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, open living. Peace and quiet is the order of the day with great schools, friendly, safe neighborhood and a short golf cart ride to Green Valley Country Club/Golf Course.

$579,000

Dave Samson

707.342.0809

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Single level model. 3 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths. Silverado Country Club Membership available.

$789,000

Mark Lesti

707.320.8950

55 TOSCANA DRIVE, AMERICAN CANYON

Former model home in desirable Vintage Ranch. Close to new Napa Valley School District grammar and high school. Designer paint, custom tile, wood floors and built-in wine cooler. Custom concrete driveway and patio. Lovely landscaped yards, home backs to open space. Only lived in about 1 year, this home looks brand new! Portecochere entry, custom colored concrete drive and walkways.

$459,900

Gary Prince

707.227.7282

Christine Marek 707.226.1823

Brendan Lesti 707.337.0659

Christine Lesti 707.320.8999

Mark Lesti 707.320.8950

Breanna Lesti 707.225.1225

Dave Samson 707.342.0809

Dotty Hopkins 707.815.7630

Bob Wallin 707.337.5279

Carl Mianecke 707.260.5952

Amy Burnside 707.480.4469

Gary Prince 707.227.7282

John Prince 707.337.0191

Allen Ray 707.299.7730

Bob Souza 707.363.6335

707-226-1823

1030 Third St., Napa, Ca 94559

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Napa shopping center sales up 9 percent By Jennifer Huffman Reflecting an improving local economy, Napa shopping center sales rose 9.1 percent in the second quarter of 2013 compared with a year earlier, according to data recently released by the city.

ut of 11 shopping zones in the city, downtown, River Park and Silverado Plaza shopping areas had their highest individual quarterly sales in six years. Only one area, the Napa Premium Outlets, saw a decline in sales quarter over quarter, dropping 1.7 percent, according to data gathered from MuniServices. With a 21.1 percent increase, downtown had the biggest gain in estimated gross sales, based on sales tax revenue to the city. Compared with the second quarter in 2009, gross sales in downtown almost doubled, to $46.4 million, said MuniServices. The Soscol gateway area, which includes Auto Row, had the second-highest total of taxable sales, or $30.6 million. South Napa Marketplace was third with $27.6 million in taxable sales. The second largest gain, 16.5 percent, came from the Napa Valley Corporate Park area, which is home to the Meritage Resort and Spa and a growing group of wineries and other businesses. Robin Klingbeil, project coordinator with the city’s Economic Development Division, attributes the rise to an improving economy, new retailers, May’s BottleRock music festival, and the start of the travel and summer season. More than 100,000 people are estimated to have attended the BottleRock music festival at the Napa Valley Expo. At the same time, new stores like Ulta Beauty and Panera Bread opened in north Napa, along with Chico’s and Pier 1 Imports in Bel Aire Plaza. The overall city increase of 9.1 percent “is a good sign of recovery,” Klingbeil said. Noting that the corporate park area saw a 16.5 percent increase in taxable sales, Klingbeil said that the Meritage Resort and Spa “is doing extremely well.” She said another factor in the increase could be data center system purchases by corporate park tenant Kaiser. The drop in sales at Premium Outlets of 1.7 percent could be attributed to store turnover or short-term vacancies, she said. “All the retail out there usually do so well. They are always busy,” she said. Noting a six-year high in sales tax revenue at River Park, Klingbeil said she wondered if that increase was due to a ripple effect from

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the nearby Century Napa Valley movie theater opening. “The theater draws a lot of people in that area, and (River Park) has more visibility because it’s close to (the) theater,” she said. South Napa Marketplace, adjacent to the theater, saw a 3.9 percent increase in sales. Bel Aire Plaza registered a 9.3 percent increase quarter over quarter. “Obviously, we’re pleased with the increase,” said Craig Semmelmeyer of Main Street Properties, which manages part of the plaza. “We’ve added some great new tenants,” such as national retailers Pier 1 Imports and Chico’s, he said. “Copperfield’s relocation has been a huge success.” “Retailers are learning this is not a sleepy little market. Napa is really dynamic and the proof is in the pudding,” Semmelmeyer said. “Our goal is still to grow performance, and we think there is more room for improvement,” Semmelmeyer said. “We’re looking at places like South Napa Marketplace and I want to catch them in total sales,” he said. “Maybe it takes three years to get there but that’s where we want to go.” Semmelmeyer noted that many purchases at larger Bel Aire merchants like Target, Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods are non-taxable sales. “My guess is if we included all the nontaxable sales, we’d be dead even with South Napa Marketplace,” he said. Citywide, “9.1 percent is a really good sign of overall health in Napa,” Semmelmeyer said. “Those are really exciting numbers.” “We’re tickled pink,” said Redwood Plaza developer Richard Hoertkorn of the center’s 7.7 percent increase. “We’re really pleased how the shopping center has weathered the financial crisis.” “We pinch ourselves with how well everybody seems to be doing and how our turnover seems to be low. Hopefully the bulk of this financial crisis is behind us,” he said. Matt Connolly of Strong & Hayden Commercial Real Estate represents the Grapeyard Shopping Center, which saw a 1 percent increase in sales. “I’ve heard the restaurant Sushi Haku is doing well. We are aggressively trying to market the vacant space there. There is some re-tenanting going on,” Connolly said.

Napa shopping center sales tax revenue Second quarter of 2013 vs. second quarter of 2012 Downtown — up 21.1 percent Soscol Gateway — up 8.4 percent South Napa Marketplace — up 3.9 percent Trancas/Jefferson corridor — up 9 percent Bel Aire Plaza — up 9.3 percent Grapeyard/Pueblo/ Jefferson corridor — up 1 percent Napa Premium Outlets — down 1.7 percent Napa Valley Corporate Park area — up 16.5 percent River Park Shopping Center area — up 1.2 percent Redwood Plaza/Solano corridor — up 7.7 percent Silverado Plaza/ Big Ranch/Trancas corridor — up 5 percent City overall — Up 9.1 percent (Source: City of Napa)

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Perched above Rudd, Gargiulo & Screaming Eagle & Adjacent to Dalle Valle & Sir Peter Michael’s Estate Vineyard, This Contemporary Wine Country Home Offers Floor to Ceiling Walls of Glass with Incredible Views! A Multitude of Outdoor Entertaining Areas & a Premium Hillside Cabernet Vineyard. $1,895,000

STORYBOOK BED AND BREAKFAST VINEYARD ESTATE

In a Magical Creek-Side Setting. This Special Property Embodies the Napa Valley Lifestyle. Sprawling Single Level Mediterranean Style Home, Stone Clad Guest House, 3 Acre Syrah Vineyard, Pool and Wine Cellar! $2,399,000

VINEYARD VIEW ESTATE

3.5 Acres Located on the Highly Desirable East Side of Napa with a Spacious Single Level 3 Bdrm 2.5 Bath Main House & a 1 Bdrm 1 Bath Guest House. Located Down a Private Drive with Park-Like Grounds & Plenty of Room for a Pool, Tennis Courts &/or Equestrian Facilities. $1,795,000

SAINT HELENA VIEWS

Beautiful Vineyard & Mountain Views on One Acre of Usable Flat Land in St Helena. Mediterranean Style Single Level Home with Attached 1 bedroom 1 bath Guest Unit with Plenty of Room for a Pool, Tennis Court or Guest House. $1,995,000

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STUNNING SINGLE LEVEL HOME

Single Level Home on the Golf Course at Silverado Country Club. Completely remodeled with Gorgeous imported Hardwood & Marble Flooring, Granite & Marble Counter Tops and Custom Designed Window Coverings. Enjoy the Napa Valley Lifestyle at Silverado Country Club with Room Service, a Full Service Spa and Swimming, Golf & Tennis! $1,790,000

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Located in a Private Gated Setting with Beautifully Remodeled Single Level Home & Coombsville Appellation Vineyard Which Produces Approximately 125 cases of Cabernet Annually. Fabulous Open Floor Plan, Stunning Views & Detached 3 Car Garage with 500 Square Foot Bonus Room & Full Bath. $1,995,000

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Rare Estate Site Located on Napa Valley’s Coveted East Side Offering Privacy yet Proximity to the Famed Silverado Trail. Mediterranean Style Main House and Separate Guest House with Pool Situated in a Gated Private Setting with 360 Views All the Way to Mt Tam. $2,495,000

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from this Contemporary Style Custom Home with Floor to Ceiling Walls of Glass Located in a Private Setting Minutes from the Silverado Trail. Enjoy Indoor/Outdoor Living with the Kitchen & Family Room Opening to Large Outdoor Entertaining Areas that Provide a Front Row Seat to the Breathtaking Views. $1,795,000

EACH OFFICE IS INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

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Serving the entire Bay Area 4381 Broadway / Hwy 29 Suite 104 American Canyon, CA 94503 (707) 649-8088 www.EagleVinesRealty.com

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4381 Broadway / Hwy 29 Suite 104 American Canyon, CA 94503 (707) 649-8088 www.EagleVinesRealty.com

Serving the entire Bay Area

INTRODUCING OUR NEWEST AGENTS

Ramona Quintana BRE#01328554

575-779-1436

Paul Sunak

Michael Cruchon

707-321-1829

707-333-1986

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Lisa Guerrera

707-333-5533

707-319-3361

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YOUR EAGLE VINES REAL ESTATE TEAM

Ron Banasik, Broker

Travis Behn, Broker Associate

Marlene Foss

Theresa Solon

Malu Rivera

707-649-8088

707-363-5541

707-712-9334

707-386-3650

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707-704-2881

707-334-7900

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Arvind Nischal

707-853-5105

707-853-4693

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Renay McCarver

Jaspreet Singh

Henny Gho

Marilyn Woods

707-803-9090

707-534-0815

707-292-8919

707-297-2888

707-235-4301

Willie D. Santos BRE#01117885

707-310-0931

TEAM RLT DIRECT

BRE#01509714

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Cori Badertscher

Neila Medeiros

707-373-4789

707-365-9600

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Loreto Stribling BRE#01880439

707-342-3115

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CLEARLAKE OAKS Waterfront property in cul-de-sac. 2 bedroom, 2 bath updated ranch home. Not one- but two covered decks. One with boat lift on .48 acres. Team RLT Direct Nelia Medeiros • BRE#01331611 • 707-365--9600 Cori Badertscher • BRE#01197370 • 707-373-4789 $225,000

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Single Family

American Canyon 431 MERLOT 3 VIA PESARO 704 DANROSE DR 220 DONALDSON WAY 303 PATRICIA DR 623 CHAUCER LN 406 RIO DEL MAR 2 STETSON DR 337 NORTHAMPTON DR 360 KNIGHTSBRIDGE WAY 344 KNIGHTSBRIDGE WAY 11 GREGORY LN 6 PALESTRINA CT 110 SPIKERUSH CIR 55 VENTANA DR 163 SAN MARCO WAY 86 STONECREEK DR 46 REDHEAD ST 6 CASTELLINA CIR 26 GOLDENEYE CT 178 HEARTHSTONE DR 242 CANTADA WAY 230 CANTADA WAY 53 VIA PESCARA 119 CATALONIA DR 194 GADWALL ST

BED BA

10/1 9/30 10/4 9/27 10/28 9/27 9/30 10/18 10/21 10/16 8/9 10/8 10/1 10/15 10/17 10/1 10/9 10/22 10/16 9/13 10/7 9/30 10/9 10/28 10/4 10/9 10/15 10/21 10/28 10/18 10/17

40 — Distinctive Properties

$149,000 $202,500 $216,500 $232,500 $270,000 $275,000 $290,000 $315,000 $315,000 $320,000 $324,000 $325,000 $327,000 $334,000 $340,000 $345,000 $355,000 $360,000 $362,000 $367,000 $372,000 $375,000 $375,000 $380,000 $384,000 $385,000 $385,000 $393,500 $395,000 $398,500 $406,000

2 2 2 4 3 4 2 3 4 3 3 3 2 3 3 3 3 3 2 3 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 3

1 2 1 2 2 1 1 2 3 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 2 2 n/a 2 2 2 2 3 2 2 2 2 2 2 2

1,374 880 1,054 1,780 1,056 1,245 722 1,235 1,635 1,295 1,152 1,056 880 855 973 1,025 1,203 1,221 818 1,134 1,359 1,268 2,299 1,820 1,261 1,166 1,287 1,416 1,388 1,700 1,510

ADDRESS PURCHASE DATE

SALE PRICE

2560 WIMBLEDON ST 10/2 1517 PARKWOOD ST 10/8 1490 ASH ST 10/2 36 WINESTONE CT 9/27 2588 TEAKWOOD CT 7/22 1610 EL CENTRO AVE 10/15 2428 MACLEAN ST 9/30 3826 CAVENDISH CT 10/25 630 WEBBER ST 10/28 3351 TWIN OAKS DR 10/16 726 LA HOMA DR 10/7 60 FIREFLY LN 10/24 79 SKIPPING ROCK WAY 10/3 16 MONTECITO BLVD 10/24 4125 FIRESIDE CT 10/22 4438 DUMAS ST 10/28 3700 RUSTON LN 9/19 113 E SPRING ST 10/16 2028 THIRD ST 10/4 4105 PRIMROSE WAY 10/29 1976 SEVILLE DR 10/15 1012 TOLDI LN 10/7 4015 JEFFERSON ST 9/19 1032 ROUND HILL CIR 10/29 1115 PINEWOOD DR 10/9 1006 STONEBRIDGE DR 10/3 3926 MONTROSE ST 10/16 1168 BROADMOOR DR 10/7 523 BROWN ST 10/17 496 MONTGOMERY ST 10/3 62 SUMMERBROOKE CIR 10/28 1 LIGHTHOUSE CT 10/3 221 SILVERADO SPRINGS DR 10/2 1 CHASE LN 10/1 1203 PARTRICK RD 9/26 3260 ATHERTON CIR 10/18 39 EMPEROR WAY 10/7 3174 VALLEY GREEN LN 9/30 2070 W LINCOLN AVE #A 10/9 1170 CASTLE OAKS DR 10/25 1107 CASTLE OAKS DR 10/10

$413,000 $415,000 $427,000 $445,000 $460,000 $470,000 $475,000 $492,500 $500,000 $515,000 $519,000 $520,000 $525,000 $525,000 $536,500 $545,000 $545,000 $545,000 $550,000 $550,000 $550,000 $554,000 $605,000 $605,000 $619,000 $630,000 $635,000 $640,000 $649,000 $672,500 $700,000 $710,000 $720,000 $736,000 $760,000 $837,000 $899,000 $975,000 $1,095,000 $1,440,000 $1,675,000

10/16 10/21 9/27 10/15 10/15 10/8

$400,000 $439,500 $731,500 $1,110,000 $1,350,000 $1,875,000

10/24 9/27

$745,000 $795,000

1,199 1,324 1,156 1,465 1,456 2,458 1,728 1,479 2,220 1,454 2,612 1,713 1,506 1,230 2,297 1,926 1,587 1,427 1,975 2,297 1,955 2,189 2,091 2,080 2,469 1,503 1,921 2,053 900 2,124 2,166 1,946 2,211 3,346 1,934 2,274 2,799 1,537 3,123 3,509 3,740

1 2 3 2 3 2

1 2 2 2 3 1

962 1,315 1,308 1,741 2,109 976

3 4

2 3

1,656 1,876

Condominiums

Napa 68 VILLAGE PKWY 28 GOLDEN GATE CIR 1142 PEAR TREE LN 1600 ATLAS PEAK RD #434 3481 VALLE VERDE DR 149 GOLDEN GATE CIR 2010 POLLEY DR 76 FOUNTAIN GROVE CIR 857 ACORN WAY 23 VALLEY WEST CIR 588 MAIN ST #224

2 2 2 2 2 4 2 2 4 2 3 3 2 1 3 3 2 2 2 3 2 3 2 3 3 2 2 3 2 3 3 3 2 4 1 3 3 1 2 4 4

Single Family

Yountville 1985 MOUNT AVE 5 FOXGLOVE LN

4 3 3 3 3 4 3 3 4 3 3 3 3 2 4 4 3 3 3 4 2 3 3 4 5 2 3 3 2 4 4 3 3 4 3 4 3 2 3 4 4

SQ. FT.

Single Family

St. Helena 1135 CHURCH ST 1820 GRANGER WAY 1580 HILLVIEW PL 807 ALLISON AVE 1729 ALEXANDER CT 1724 STOCKTON ST

BED BA

9/27 10/7 10/4 9/27 10/16 10/1 10/4 9/27 9/27 10/16 7/25

$191,000 $195,000 $233,500 $237,500 $245,000 $260,000 $272,000 $336,000 $377,500 $400,000 $479,000

1 1 2 1 2 2 2 2 2 3 1

2 2 3 1 2 3 3 2 2 3 1

676 833 1,301 676 970 1,030 1,232 1,470 1,015 1,734 948

Recent home sales

*As recorded at the Napa County Tax Assessors Office - John Tuteur/707-253-4459. Property sales reported may include partial interest transfers; sales that are included with other properties; sales that are less any liens on property.

ADDRESS PURCHASE DATE 745 COTTAGE DR 11 VALLEY CLUB CIR 874 OAK LEAF WAY

10/25 10/18 10/1

SALE PRICE $485,000 $486,000 $490,000

10/11

$599,000

10/16 10/23

$360,000 $475,000

10/29 10/16

$390,000 $1,375,000

9/27

$166,000

RD10/18 10/28 10/8 10/7 10/10 10/11 10/23 10/28

$150,000 $499,000 $570,000 $751,500 $800,000 $1,100,000 $1,200,000 $1,800,000

VICHY AVE MONTICELLO RD LA GRANDE AVE DRY CREEK RD

1,714

2 2

1,054 1,154

9/27 9/9 9/30 10/18

$600,000 $610,000 $1,125,000 $1,670,500

Pope, Chiles Wooden Valley

2 3

3 2 4 2 2 2 1 3

2 1 2 1 3 1 1 3

1 3 3 3

1 2 3 4

$80,000

864

1,524

2915 SODA CANYON RD

10/1

$650,000

land

n/a

600 ROSSI RD

10/8

$900,000

$485,000 $487,500 $493,000 $500,000 $503,500

2 2 2 n/a n/a

0.12 0.16 0.12 0.27 0.19

n/a 5,854

10/18

$951,909

1,944

9/27

$1,250,000

1,692

Rural Residential

Rutherford/Oakville 10/11 10/10

$860,000 $1,200,000

Southern County/ Carneros

4 3

3 2

2,257 1,888

Rural Residential 10/4

$550,000

2,536

Rural Residential

St. Helena 10/1

$1,550,000

n/a

Vineyard Residential

Napa 1121 ORCHARD AVE

10/28 10/28 10/28 9/27 2/15

Rural Residential $110,000

1181 YORK LN

0.32

872 1,528 2,272 4,673

10/16

1460 MILTON RD

n/a

1,157 855 1,532 1,246 2,515 1,673 1,206 2,092

10/15

760 ZINFANDEL LN 661 STANTON DR

$295,000

Residential Multi Family

Napa 971 JACKSON ST 520 MADISON ST 1850 LAUREL ST 368 BROWN ST 2041 FIRST ST

Residential Multi Family

n/a

1130 DEPUTY DR

271 VIA MONTE

10/22

ACRES

2,231 2,770

37 ZINNIA LN

1255 CRESTMONT DR

6 DONALDSON WAY

UNITS

Rural Residential

Napa 3149 2269 1055 1001

American Canyon

SALE PRICE

Rural Residential

Calistoga 290 FRANZ VALLEY SCHOOL 3880 OLD LAWLEY TOLL RD 472ELMSHAVEN RD 3153 STATE HIGHWAY 128 3420 SILVERADO TRL 1611 GREENWOOD AVE 4320 LAKE COUNTY HWY 889 GLEFFE LN

PURCHASE DATE

Rural Residential

Berryessa 1061 HEADLANDS DR

1,004 1,434 1,015

ADDRESS

Rural Residential

Angwin 485 CORNISH LN 500 VIEWRIDGE DR

2 2 2

Condominiums

Yountville 6600 YOUNT ST #036 165 VINEYARD CIR

2 2 2

SQ. FT.

Condominiums

St. Helena 1540 VOORHEES CIR

BED BA

9/30

$3,410,000

2,338

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S TEVE G REGORY

This private and secluded 20 acre oasis delivers compelling views over the Napa Valley. The majestic grounds and gated entry welcome you to the gorgeous approximately 12,000 sq. ft. masterfully restored primary 32 room residence, 6 bedroom suites, 10 baths, 2 offices and much more!! View details at www.villademontanaestatenapa.com

Asking $15,000,000

Breathtaking Valley views from this approx. 3 acre Italianate 4 bed 3 bath 3,200 sq. ft. villa! Includes a massive great room and spacious commercial grade chef’s kitchen and master suite with spectacular views and Thomas Bartlett design touches plus lush gardens and multiple entertaining decks. www.villajuliana.com

Asking $2,395,000

D: 707.252.5528 C: 707.495.1488 sg@stevegregorynapa.com BRE #01038915

Vineyard estate parcel with the best Napa Valley views most have never seen!! Multiple flat home sites plus possibility of salvaging a large part of the previous estates’ foundation and its infra structure (pool/ hot tub, large wine cellar, 1/2 bath) . Approximately 10 acres plantable. www.atlaspeakpanoramicviews.com

Asking $2,326,500

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This close-in Valley floor 3+ acre estate compound surrounded on 3 sides by vineyard offers full Valley views, plantable land plus a 2,700 sq. ft. home, caretaker unit, pottery studio/guest house, approx. 12 car garage, pool/cabana and much more.

Asking $2,299,900

Incredibly unique property bisected by “two” yearround streams and a Bohemian grove atmosphere of Redwoods and ferns and utter tranquility!! Includes a large flat meadow for small Mt. Veeder Appellation vineyard or equestrian facility. www.chamberlainretreatandestatesites.com

Great Stonecrest location. Spectacular Valley views from this 2.6 acre close-in approximately 2,050 sq. ft. 3 bed 2 bath single story with pool, large flat RV/ equipment storage area. www.spectacularstonecrest.com

Asking $1,664,995

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UpValley 4 ac. estate site with small “fixer” home & pool on the Valley floor. Enjoy superb views through the trees over vineyard to Sattui’s Villa Amoroso.

Panoramic view home site on private 10+ ac parcel. Infrastructure in place to include rough road, well and septic. New home plans available.

Cute 4 bed 1 bath with expanded kitchen on large corner lot, approximately 1,052 sq. ft. central heat/ central air.

Asking $785,000

Asking $534,000

Asking $270,000

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Real estate PRICES sales27 PERCENT slow in September HIGHER THAN YEAR AGO By Jennifer Huffman

he number of Napa County homes sold in September declined from August, but remained slightly above the yearago level, according to data from Bay Area Real Estate Information Services. According to BAREIS, 139 Napa County properties sold in September, down from 155 properties sold in August. The total in September 2012 was 133. The median price also declined from $460,000 in August to $445,000 in September, which was 27 percent higher than a year earlier, when it was $350,000, BAREIS reported. According to John Walsh, president of DataQuick, another real estate information service, “the surprisingly high home price appreciation we saw over the last year stemmed largely from very low mortgage rates, a very slim inventory of homes for sale and very high levels of investor purchases.” “But in recent months we’ve seen each of these forces reverse a bit: Interest rates are higher, the inventory has risen and investors now account for a lower share of all sales. In addition, we’ve seen a normal, seasonal slowing in the market heading into fall,” Walsh said. According to BAREIS, there were 187 listings in Napa County in September, the lowest amount in seven months. In April, there was a peak of 261 listings. “We have more buyers than inventory,” said Realtor Bernie Wilson of Wilson & Wilson Real Estate in

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Napa County median home sale price September 2012 — $350,000 September 2013 — $445,000 Napa. Therefore, “you’re going to get multiple offers,” she said. With “inventory getting skimpy, that makes it hard to find something for buyers,” Wilson said. “If you are a seller, this is a good time” to list a home, even if some owners are reluctant to try to sell during the holidays, she said. “Real estate is always so cyclical,” said Mark Lesti of Windermere Real Estate. “There’s always going to be little peaks and valleys. Everyone is just really thankful we’re through” the housing crisis of the recession, he said. “We’re in somewhat of a normal state right now where buyers and sellers have somewhat of an equal power, which is a good thing,” Lesti said. “It’s more reflective of a market that prevents hysteria and invites normality.” The abbreviated federal government shutdown didn’t impact the local real estate market in a major way, Lesti said. “If it would have kept on for a longer time, it could have had a major impact, but luckily not,” he said. One hiccup locally was with buyers who needed Internal Revenue Service tax returns to be verified as filed. In some cases, loans were delayed, he said. If interest rates increase, say from 4.5 to 5.5 percent, that would also be unfavorable, he said. “That’s a 20

percent change in buying power,” Lesti said. “No one wants them to go to 5.5 percent.” Lesti noted that the decline of distressed properties has also changed the market. “There is an unsatisfied appetite from buyers who want to find a great bargain and flip it,” he said. Today, “most of those deals are gone,” he said. “Usually there is a bit of a spike in the fall and we haven’t had that bump” in sales, said Gerrett Snedaker with the Wine Country Group by Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate. However, with the California Association of Realtors forecasting a 1 percent increase in interest rates in the coming year, “that will typically push buyers into action because they want to get into houses before rates go up,” Snedaker said. “2014 should be a good year, but not as good as, say, 2013 has been,” he said. “It’s likely we’ll see year-overyear price gains trend lower for the foreseeable future,” said DataQuick’s Walsh. “Housing market impacts related to the federal government shutdown and the threat of default on the nation’s debt would begin to show up in sales data released over the next couple of months.”

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All Things Wine Country Distinctive Styling defines this classic design custom home. Dramatic formal entry leads you into the comfort of this home. Picture yourself entertaining family and friends with the formal dining room for those wonderful holiday dinners and gathering in the kitchen around the island for sharing culinary skills. All ages will love the game of Bocce and imagine everyone soaking up the sun and taking a quick dip in the solar heated pool. All this with over 3100 sq.ft of amazing living space on almost half acre. Plantation shutters, gorgeous wood flooring, master suite with balcony & absolutely luxurious master bath. Kitchen with breakfast area and pantry. Library and downstairs bonus room plus wine cellar. 3 Car garage and all of this powered with solar. MLS #21323107

Offered for $995,000

Vintage Calistoga Cottage You’ll Fall in Love with this cute Calistoga Cottage. High ceilings, free standing wood stove. Built in hutch. Relaxing Sun porch. Fruit trees and Redwoods in the backyard. All complete with white picket fence. MLS# 21321338 Offered at $499,000

Exclusive View Building Site Incredible mature oak studded knoll. Just over 1/3 acre with plans for an amazing custom home taking advantage of the views and surrounded by million dollar homes. A wonderful Napa Valley neighborhood with a country feel and yet you are just minutes from downtown Napa. MLS# 21315649 Offered at $299,900

You will love the floor plan of this very stylish home. Living room with fireplace for those cozy winter evenings, along with wood floors, granite counters, separate dining area opening to patio for outdoor enjoyment. MLS # 21323071 Offered for $379,000

Carolyn Roberts BROKER/OWNER 707-258-5248 croberts99@aol.com www.carolynroberts.com N A P A • S T . H E L E N A

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Park Like Setting

A Rare Find!

World renowned Yountville at an affordable price! Close to world famous restaurants and tasting rooms. Community pool and tennis. Enjoy the adjoining vineyards and admire views of Stags Leap at sunset! Life is supposed to be this good! MLS# 21324637 Offered at $695,000

One of Napa’s most desirable neighborhoods, with stunning panoramic views. This single level home has a very nice and open floor plan and charming detached guest home with a separate entrance. Pool area and home are a great entertainment area. MLS# 21227655 Offered at $1,750,000

Newer and Affordable

Charming Victorian

First time home and/or investment property. Only 6 yrs new at complex’s prime location. Adjacent to open space with a side yard. Hardwood floors, granite counters, in great condition. Attached 2 car garage. Lower level bedroom/bath. MLS# 21324203 Offered at$295,000

Turn of the Century 3 Separate Residences All improved and lovingly maintained! To be used as a 3-unit income property and/ or primary residence w/additional monthly income. Near historic downtown Napa. 2-car garage, carport, laundry room. Garden area. MLS# 21322528 Offered at $695,000

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