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Marina - San Francisco

The Marina District is an iconic place situated North of the city of San Francisco. Its famous waterfront is anchored by the majestic Golden Gate Bridge. The neighbourhood is home to grassy areas as well as the renowned yacht harbour. The residential district became a shopping and dining destination for wealthy residents. Over several blocks, the Marina District offers contemporary independent chic boutiques for fashion, beauty and accessories in Victorian buildings mixed in with trendy coffeeshops, upscale bars and fashionable restaurants. The neighbourhood is characterized by a cosy and friendly vibe.

Market overview

San Francisco has always been considered as one of the luxury real estate leaders thanks to its dynamism and its attractiveness. Therefore, this is one of the favourite destinations of American billionaires.The luxury real estate market in San Francisco is buyer's market and this upmarket represents 20% of the real estate transactions held in San Francisco. The market is particularly influenced by seasons as the wealthy population does not hesitate in taking summer or winter holidays. Besides, more and more high-end constructions are being built, which enlarge buyer's range of choices. This is a good period for buyers, who can enjoy a little decrease in prices.

Buying basics

Before any investment, the potential buyer will have to contact a professional of the real estate sector. The latter will need his client's passport and other administrative and bank documents to testify his identity and his solvency. The buying process is really fast (around one month). You do not need to have the American citizenship nor the famous Green card but you are required to provide a social security number (SSN), which is obligatory to fill in the tax return (that is only $100 for a property).

Besides, it is highly recommended to purchase an insurance regarding the ownership title in order to be secured in case of potential recording error.

High Season
May 01 - Oct 31

Between May and October, the climate is characterized by mild temperatures. However, the weather is particularly foggy. Karl, the fog of San Francisco appears in the morning, vanishes around 12am and appears again in the afternoon due to the presence of the Pacific Ocean. Temperatures are not especially warm in summer and vary between 11 and 13 degrees despite the sunny weather.This is a dry period, with very little rain. This is the best period to enjoy attractive deals regarding hotels and flights.

Peak Season
Jul 01 - Sep 30

Between July and September, the city of San Francisco is taken by storm by tourists, who come visiting the famous landmarks or attend the renowned gay pride organized during summer. Therefore, places are over crowded and prices are particularly expensive. The summer is dry and mild, temperatures can reach a maximum of 23 degrees and September is the warmest month. However, bathing is impossible due to the cold stream of California which makes the water very cold. Fog can cover the city, mainly in the afternoon, which creates a lot of moisture and the decrease of temperatures.

Low Season
Nov 01 - Apr 30

San Francisco enjoys a pleasant climate all year round. Its Mediterranean climate provides a warm and cool weather from November to April. Temperatures never drop below 5 degrees in January, which is the coldest month. Even if snow is rare in San Francisco, winters are particularly wet and rainy as precipitations are especially concentrated over this period, between November and March. This is the best moment to benefit from attractive prices and places are much less crowded.

Alcatraz Island

Alcatraz is a former federal prison where notorious convicts such as Al Capone, Machine Gun Kelly and even Robert Stroud where jailed. However, the island was also the site of the first lighthouse built on the Pacific Coast and US Fort on the west coast. Nowadays, Alcatraz is part of a National Park and one of the city's most popular attractions. A visit to the island includes a tour of the cell house where visitors can see where the prisoners lived.

Pier 39

Pier 39 is an outdoor shopping center and a fun destination for tourists. The lively place hosts street performances, boutiques and restaurants. This is also a renowned attraction for those who want to watch sea lions, which became synonymous with the pier. Close to Chinatown, the popular area provides spectacular views of Alcatraz Island and the Golden Gate Bridge. It is also possible to watch the maritime activity, with sailboats and ferries coming and going as well as the huge containers ships lumbering into the harbour. Pier 39 is one of the most popular attractions in San Francisco and therefore is remains a must-see destination for any visitor.

AT&T Park

AT&T Park is a baseball park in San Francisco which is home to the World Series Champion San Francisco Giants, the city's baseball team. The park is perfectly situated in the the bay and provides spectacular views on the surroundings and the higher rows offers breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the boats in the bay. AT&T Park’s charm, character and breathtaking views can only be rivalled by few other ballparks in the country. The park proposes "behind the scenes" tours to public.

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