Buying a home on the Russian river seems to have gotten much harder lately. One of the reasons is that homes that may have been offered for sale have now been converted into vacation rentals.
5340 Grove St, Sonoma (All images via Sotheby's International Realty) I’ve seen, toured, and written about all types of homes and estates, and after awhile they become almost alike. But I found this newly listed home at 5340 Grove St. in Sonoma, and had to double check the [...]
When finding a new place to rent in Sonoma County, it may be wise to note where SMART train stations will be. Riding instead of driving can be a stress reliever, and renting can be a money saver.
1.9M will buy this 5 bedroom Spanish Revival estate close to central Petaluma. Built by well-known architect Albert Farr in 1923, it’s a true piece of history.
Some residents are thinking of leaving the county for more affordable areas, such as Mendocino. But what are the true differences? Here are a few comparisons.
This 1.6M estate is next-door neighbors with the McDonald Mansion. It's immaculate English style yard shows that it’s keeping up appearances, and the interior details are stunning.
One of the important considerations for homebuyers with children could be the rating of the school district, here are five homes listed near highly rated schools.
In what seems like a dream come true, this 1.9M home in Sonoma has a pool, wet bar, and a pond with a private island.
The median price of a home in Sonoma County is skewed by what’s happening in San Francisco. Here are homes in a realistic price range of income levels in the North Bay.
This home at 597 3rd St E in Sonoma is sometimes referred to as a barn style house, though it’s more ranch than rustic. With contemporary upgrades, this 3.2M is on the market now.
Christina Molcillo is a creative writer with a background that includes marketing, web design, teaching, and a passion for historic homes and unique architecture.
An expatriate from the Silicon Valley, she returned to her Sonoma County roots to renovate and restore the family home; a 1925 Bungalow designed by architect Clyde Sweet, located in the historic Ridgway District of Santa Rosa. Through this nearly decade-long process, her appreciation for the vintage homes throughout the city grew, developing into a deep love for the neighborhood she’s set down roots in with her husband and two sons.
When not gawking at all the splendid buildings throughout town on the weekends, she can sometimes be found puttering around with her husband in his 1927 Model T, working on freelance writing projects that include food, beauty, and tech, or exploring the Sonoma Coast with her family.
Please send items of interest to Christina at info@pressdemocrat.com.
