Author Archives: Vabrato Real Estate

How is the Brittan Heights Market?

The real estate market seems to be slowing down overall. It first started with the local luxury market a few months ago and it seems like its bleeding down to all segments of the market. A true test of the market is coming right now. Back in June 2015 the condo at 3327 La MesaContinue reading “How is the Brittan Heights Market?”

Is it time to allow AC in all Top Units?

Those Brittan Heights top units do have the nice vaulted ceilings and often great views. But there is also a downside; they get pretty hot in summer. There is very little separating the living space in the top condos and the composition roof above them which acts like a huge heat magnet. If you’re aContinue reading “Is it time to allow AC in all Top Units?”

Will 2016 be the year Brittan Heights Breaks the $1M Ceiling?

Well we’ve had one sale this year at $955,000. That was a nice 3/2, but it was a bottom unit. I have to believe that an excellent top level 3/2 unit overlooking the canyon could break that $1M barrier. It has been an incredible ride since 2012. Brittan Heights units have about doubled in priceContinue reading “Will 2016 be the year Brittan Heights Breaks the $1M Ceiling?”

Elegant Top Level 2/2 Home with view of Hills for Sale – SOLD

A taste of Tahoe in the Hills of San Carlos! This wonderfully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath home with vaulted ceilings and grand views of the hills is just waiting for a new owner. The family room has a fireplace with built-ins on either side. The remodeled kitchen is open and bright. This home has 2 fullContinue reading “Elegant Top Level 2/2 Home with view of Hills for Sale – SOLD”

Will Brittan Heights break the $1M Ceiling in 2016?

February 2016 saw a new record sale for Brittan Heights – a 3/2 bottom floor unit, not on the canyon, sold for $955,000. The address was 3382 Brittan Ave. #6.  Now mind you, it was a nicely done up unit, the open kitchen and baths had been updated and it was tastefully furnished. However, the questionContinue reading “Will Brittan Heights break the $1M Ceiling in 2016?”

Another Year of Lower Inventory at Brittan Heights

2015 was another year where the number of condos that came up for sale was once again down. In 2015 there were 22 condos put up for sale – keep in mind that in the early 2000’s there were about 35-40 condos put up for sale each year. Of the 22 condos put up for saleContinue reading “Another Year of Lower Inventory at Brittan Heights”

Have Brittan Heights Home Prices Stalled Out?

After an amazing rise in prices, where we saw two 2-bedrooms units and one 3-bedroom sold for over $900K mid year, prices have since kind of flattened out. Most of the units sold over the past few months have stayed in the $750k-$850K price range. Despite still seeing multiple offers out there, this market isContinue reading “Have Brittan Heights Home Prices Stalled Out?”

Framing the Remodeling Issue

Wondering what some of the Brittan Heights interior walls look like? Just in case you’re thinking of taking one down to remodel? Well, follow this Link and look towards the bottom of the page and there are several photos of a 3/2 unit taken down to the studs. This might help you or a contractor determine what work needsContinue reading “Framing the Remodeling Issue”

Buying or Selling? Need a Realtor?

Whether you are Buying or Selling, in this fast paced real estate market, you need a realtor that is familiar with Brittan Heights. Someone who can assist you in understanding current market value and guide your through the process of dealing with the HOA.  I have represented clients for many years buy and sell their BrittanContinue reading “Buying or Selling? Need a Realtor?”

Long Way to go still on Burnt Building

It’s October 2015 and I was walking around Brittan Heights and noticed that the building that caught fire 10 months ago, still seems to have a long way to go before it’s finished. The exterior siding is missing and the interiors still appear to be bare studs. I would think that we are still aContinue reading “Long Way to go still on Burnt Building”

Lawsuit Against Brittan Heights and its Board Dismissed!

Well, it appears that a few days ago the San Mateo Superior Court ruled that the claims by the homeowners suing Brittan Heights and its Board (the defendants) were without merit. The Court granted the defendants summary judgment which meant the claims made against the defendants were not supported by the evidence introduced by the plaintiffs.Continue reading “Lawsuit Against Brittan Heights and its Board Dismissed!”

Brittan Heights Prices Reach $900,000+

So over the past few months we had a couple 2/2 Brittan Heights units sell for $775,000 and a few 3/2s sell in the $800K range.  This had been an incredible run up in prices since the start of the year. However, two properties just closed escrow above $900,000.  The highest was a 3/2 top floorContinue reading “Brittan Heights Prices Reach $900,000+”

Searchable Brittan Heights CCRs

You know what I like in long documents? The ability to search for key terms! Well, the old Brittan Heights CC&Rs have always been difficult to read, they appear to be copies of other copies Xeroxed long ago. Then of course, if you want to read about all rules regarding a specific issue, it canContinue reading “Searchable Brittan Heights CCRs”

4 Things I’d Do to the Units Damaged by the Fire

It was very unfortunate what happened to the three Brittan Heights units that were severally damaged by the December 2014 fire. As of April 2015, these homes have been stripped down to the studs and are waiting to be put back together again. However, this might be an opportunity to perform a few upgrades atContinue reading “4 Things I’d Do to the Units Damaged by the Fire”

Just like at the Movies – Popcorn Ain’t Cheap!

I recently had to deal with an older home with popcorn ceilings that we assumed had asbestos in it. The owners asked me for a quote to have the popcorn ceiling removed and the area retextured. What I discovered was that it cost approximately $4 per square foot to remove the popcorn material. The removalContinue reading “Just like at the Movies – Popcorn Ain’t Cheap!”

The Unsung Heroes of the Brittan Heights HOA Board

Alright, so I must admit that I sometimes beat up on the HOA Board and I do often hear others criticize it too. First, let distinguish between the Board members and American Management Services [AMS]. The Board is made up of volunteer residents who give up their time to make important decisions to keep Brittan HeightsContinue reading “The Unsung Heroes of the Brittan Heights HOA Board”

HOA Inspection Clearance – Not so Clear?

“The HOA basically came back and told us that their inspection of the unit 18 months ago did not count!” A few months ago I wrote a post about how ‘resistance is futile’ with the HOA inspection at the time a condo is sold at Brittan Heights.  https://brittanheights.com/2014/11/06/resistance-is-futile-you-shall-comply/. Maybe resistance is not so futile… SoContinue reading “HOA Inspection Clearance – Not so Clear?”