San Carlos Synthetic Turf Battle Is Heating Up……Again

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Here We Go Again It’s almost unimaginable, but the San Carlos synthetic turf battle is heating up once again.  The last battle lasted through three city councils, four Parks and Recreation Commissions and ten very long years.  At long last, synthetic was installed at Highlands Park.  Now, the City of San Carlos and residents surrounding Crestview Park appear ready for yet another showdown as the City moves toward plans for synthetic turf for that field as well.  For those of us who were involved in the … [Read more...]

Four Upcoming San Carlos Events

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Mark Your Calendars Please scroll down to see a list of these worthwhile San Carlos Events that are headed your way! The Wizard of Oz The San Carlos Children's Theater's production of The Wizard of Oz opens May 10th and marks the company's 100th production.  Since 1991, the SCCT has been enriching the lives of youth in San Carlos and the greater peninsula with drama courses, workshops and camps, customized curriculum and full stage productions.  The Wizard of Oz is running May 10-19th.  Shows are Fridays … [Read more...]

San Carlos Hometown Days To Announce King and Queen Pets

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King and Queen Pets Does your pet have what it takes to be crowned the King or Queen Pet of San Carlos?  This competition, which is being offered through San Carlos Hometown Days, was the idea of San Carlos resident Allison Rak.  Looking for a way to build on the Pet Parade from previous years, Rak has come up with a fun competition that will undoubtedly be quite popular given the number of pets in San Carlos. Here's What You Need to Know The Pet Parade will take place on Sunday, May 19th as part of the final … [Read more...]

Sequoia Union High School District Considering Boundary Changes

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An Expected Surge in Enrollment In a letter to Sequoia Union High School District families, Superintendent James Lianides laid out the plan for six community meetings which will discuss possible boundary changes for Carlmont, Sequoia, Menlo-Atherton and Woodside high schools.  The primary reason behind the prospective boundary change is the expected surge in enrollment.  Here are the projections by SUHSD:   Boundary Changes Are About Balancing Enrollment The projected average will be 2,400 students … [Read more...]

PODCAST: A Report From The Frontlines of San Carlos Real Estate

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Podcast The San Carlos real estate market can feel like a real battle for many buyers.  Click on the podcast below to hear a full update on what to expect.   … [Read more...]

San Carlos Q1 Trend Report

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The San Carlos Q1 Trend Report Each quarter we publish the San Carlos Trend Report.  This is a custom report generated from the most recent MLS data.  This report will give you a snapshot of the market performance against previous years as well as the ability to drill down into more specific numbers for each neighborhood.  To download the full report, please click here. … [Read more...]

San Carlos Kiwanis Show 2013 “Jukebox Saturday Night”

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Jukebox Saturday Night Tickets Now Available The San Carlos Kiwanis show, Jukebox Saturday Night, will be making its 2013 premiere performance on April 19th.  Shows will take place April 19, 20, 21, 26, 27 & 28.  Tickets are now available for this longstanding San Carlos tradition.  Please click here to be taken to their site for ticket information. About San Carlos Kiwanis Club The San Carlos Kiwanis Club is committed to community service! Since 1947, San Carlos Kiwanis has donated labor and financial … [Read more...]

Surging San Carlos Market Highlights A Much Needed Change

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An Uncomfortable Situation The majority of San Carlos homes coming to market are the subject of extremely competitive multiple offer situations. The reality is that offers which include a property inspection contingency for the prospective buyer are finishing out of the running in many cases.  When you step back and really think about what these scenarios represent, it's truly alarming.  You are being asked to buy a $1,000,000 home without having the ability to get some professional advice of your choosing … [Read more...]

How “San Carlos” Are You? Part II. Take the Quiz!

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Just how "San Carlos" are you?  Take the latest quiz and find out! … [Read more...]

The Top 10 San Carlos Streets

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The Top 10 San Carlos Streets It has been a few years since we have hit the Top 10 list for San Carlos streets.  Keep in mind that everyone will have their own criteria in terms of what makes a street great.  For the purposes of my Top 10 list below, it will be strictly through a resale perspective, coupled with popularity of San Carlos buyers. Feel free to add your own, but these would be mine in no particular order: Carmelita (1900 Block)  A juggernaut for resale.  Built on the original Native American … [Read more...]