Holly Welch-Marin County Realtor

09/04/2026

If you’ve spent time on College Avenue, you probably know the theater, but its history goes back further than you might expect. This week’s blog takes a look at this longtime local landmark and the story behind its place in the community. Now up on my website.

College of Marin's James Dunn Theatre turns in a centennial season this fall. A look at what's actually playing and why Kentfield residents should walk in.

09/04/2026

POV: A Marin morning spent hiking

King Mountain is a staple for a quick one hour hilly hike and the perfect way to start the morning. One of those Marin spots that’s just as beautiful in the rain.

Rain or shine 🤍

08/27/2026

Greenbrae may not have a traditional downtown, but Bon Air Center has long filled that role. Since 1952, it’s been a familiar gathering place for shopping, dining, and everyday errands. I take a closer look at its history and place in the community in this week’s blog, now up on my website.

Greenbrae has no city hall of its own. See how Bon Air Center, from a 1952 grocery store to today's Tipsy Dumpling opening, fills that role for residents.

08/27/2026

One of the best parts of living in Marin is how easy it is to spend the day in the city and still come home to Marin at the end of it

Frankie’s in the Marina is such a good spot for an afternoon cocktail, great food and a fun atmosphere. The kind of place that makes crossing the bridge for a few hours completely worth it.

Marin gives you the slower pace, beautiful surroundings and sense of community, with some of San Francisco’s best neighborhoods, restaurants and shopping just minutes away.

The best of both worlds!

08/24/2026

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Just Sold | Mill Valley

$3.6M privately listed and successfully sold to very happy buyers.

I sold these clients their first home, and with their family growing, they were ready for more space. After losing out on four homes this spring, we stayed focused on what mattered most: more room, a garage, views, and privacy.

When this private opportunity came up, I was able to get my buyers in before anyone else. They knew it was the right fit and reacted quickly with a strong offer the seller was ready to accept.

This sale is a great reminder that some of the best opportunities never make it to the public market. Through trusted agent relationships and a strong local network, we were able to bring the right buyers and sellers together.

Grateful for the relationships that made this one possible. In Marin real estate, being connected can make all the difference.

08/22/2026

For Kent Woodlands sellers, wildfire preparation has become an important part of the listing timeline. There are three different “clocks” that can affect what needs to happen and when. I break down each one, and what sellers should know before going to market, in this week’s blog, now up on my website.

Kent Woodlands sellers face three separate wildfire compliance timelines before closing: AB 38 disclosure, the still-shifting Zone Zero rule, and KWPOA design review. Here's how they interact.

08/16/2026

What does 1.2 months of inventory actually mean?

“Months of inventory” estimates how long it would take for the homes currently available to sell at the current pace if no new properties came to market. In July, Marin had just 1.2 months of inventory for single-family homes, compared with 2.1 months a year ago. Simply put, there are fewer homes available relative to the number of buyers in the market. That helps explain why the right homes can still move quickly and attract competition, even in a market where buyers are being thoughtful about what they purchase.

Of course, Marin is never one market. Inventory can look very different depending on the neighborhood, price point and type of home, which is why the number becomes much more useful when we look at what it means for your market.

Curious what inventory looks like in your neighborhood? I’m always happy to take a closer look with you.

08/15/2026

Corte Madera’s median home price can tell a very different story from one month to the next. With relatively few sales and a wide mix of homes, a handful of closings can shift the numbers significantly. I take a closer look at why, and what buyers and sellers should pay attention to instead, in this week’s blog, now up on my website.

Corte Madera's median home price varies by hundreds of thousands across sources. Here's why, and what actually matters when comparing this Marin town to others.

08/14/2026

Marin’s luxury market continues to show meaningful activity at the highest price points. Of the 22 homes that sold over $3.8M in July, 10 sold above $5.5M, including seven at $6.5M or more.

But for buyers in this segment of the market, what you see publicly listed doesn’t always tell the whole story. Off-market homes move through agent networks, which is really just another word for relationships. I’m part of the Top Agent Network, a portal limited to the top 10% of agents in Marin, along with several other groups where agents share homes before they reach the public market.

Over time, those relationships also mean knowing who to call when a buyer is looking for something very specific in a particular pocket of Marin. Off-market isn’t always the answer, but for the right buyer, having access to those conversations can open up opportunities beyond what you’re seeing online.

If you’re curious about what’s available, what may be coming, or what I’m hearing behind the scenes, I’m always happy to talk.