My Piedmont and Oakland Real Estate Adventures. History, Architecture and Homes

This spacious home is immediately welcoming with its outstanding curb appeal.  The lush green lawn combines with the long established trees and plantings to create this distinctive effect.   Located at 6550 Dawes Street on the Piedmont side of Montclair, it offers 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in a very generous 3170 +/- sf of living space.

Located just a short distance from the shops, restaurants and activities of Montclair Village, it is not far from Highway 13 which provides quick and easy commuting to Berkeley, Oakland and Contra Costa County.   Just up the hill are the biking and hiking trails of  various regional parks, as are the popular Knowland Park Zoo and Chabot Space and Science Center.   

The large front door opens to reveal this…

This stunning multilevel home has been conceived to provide a luxurious living space filled with distinctive and in demand amenities that provide both comfort and tasteful elegance.  It is located at 15300 Blackberry Hill in the Los Gatos hills, and above all that is the world famous Silicon Valley.   It offers 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms is an outstanding 6000 +/-sf of living space.  

For those who enjoy entertaining, every level of this residence has been designed to welcome and entertain- whether it be friends, residents, personal, or business guests.  By way of example, the left balcony seen above contains an 8 person recessed Bull Frog hot tub and sweeping views.  There are 3 outdoor decks, an elevator, and 2000 sf of covered…

This pleasant Glenview neighborhood home typifies the charm that has always made this Craftsman style home so popular.  Located at 1043 Elsinore Avenue in Oakland, it offers a notable 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in approximately 2831 sq.ft. of living space.   

It has delightful curb appeal, off street parking, and is well placed close to the shops and restaurants of both Glenview and Montclair.  Located a short distance between Highways 580, downhill, and Highway 13, uphill, commuting to Oakland, San Francisco and Berkeley is easy and brief.  

An appealing front porch greets visitors in traditional Craftsman style with its covered porch, flanked on either side with two sets of matching columns, and an inviting bench.  

When entering…

This captivating entry into this stunning Mediterranean style home is engaging and welcoming for both residents and guests.  Located at 811 Highland Avenue in Piedmont, it offers 4 bedrooms and 3 1/2 bathrooms in a very expansive 4439 +/- sf of living space.  

Located in central Piedmont, it is just moments from the city's outstanding schools, parks and playgrounds.  Connections to downtown Oakland, Montclair, Grand Lake and Lakeshore shopping and dining are close by.  

A serene inner garden awaits just beyond the front entrance.  A beautifully designed pattern of plants, flowers and long established greenery invites gatherings for afternoon lunches and teas for friends.  A small garden fountain with its soothing sound compliments this…

Located at 6787 Chelton Drive, in the hills of Oakland, this home offers this gracious living room with it dramatic vaulted ceilings and expansive floor space.  It manages to combine the softly colored walls and rugs with the subtle lighting from windows and overhead lighting, to create a truly stunning living space.  

It features 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in a spacious 2514 sf +/- of living space, and is ideally located in the hills of Oakland's Montclair neighborhood.   Close to everything, the shops and restaurants of Rockridge, and Berkeley's Elmwood district are just some of the options provided by Highway 13 located at the base of the hill.  

Just a few steps up from the living room on a slightly raised wooden platform, is the…

Settled in among the long established hillside trees of Oakland's Montclair neighborhood is this gracious home at 6812 Wilton Drive.  Imaginatively designed to settle comfortably in this natural setting, it features expansive windows and sliding glass doors that will capture every distinctive view.   It  offers 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in 1532 +/- sf of living space.  

While the home is pleasantly restful and private, it is more than capable of providing an outstanding venue for entertaining.  The vast expanse of open space seen here is perfect for hosting large parties and events where guests are able to move freely from the living, dining and kitchen area to the spacious outdoor patio.  

A reverse view reveals some of the  elements…

This gracious home is located at 1032 Mountain Boulevard in Oakland, just moments from Montclair Village.  It offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in approximately 1531 sf of living space.  

The handsome front door opens to reveal this gleaming living room that is surrounded in light.  From its virtually floor to ceiling front windows, to the expanse of windows and doors that surround the living and dining area, this home truly invites the outside in. 

Worthy of note is the stylish presence of the white wooden trim around the home's windows, doors, ceilings and floors that reflect the commitment that has been made to providing quality construction.  

Anchored by a large central fireplace with pillar styled surround and display mantel, the…

Nestled in the hills above Oakland, and just a short distance from Montclair Village, is this comfortable and distinctive home located at 5726 Shepherd Canyon Road.  Surrounded by long established trees and plantings, it is a soothing retreat after a busy day.  It offers 2 bedrooms and 2 1/2 bathrooms in a comfortable 1650 +/- sf of living space.  

It is located close to all that makes this hillside neighborhood popular.  In addition to the year round activities of Montclair, Rockridge and nearby Berkeley, nearby Highway 13 provides easy transit to downtown Oakland and Contra Costa communities.    

This spacious living room is warm and welcoming.  Distinctively conceived, if features expansive floor space, softly colored wood wall panels,…

This handsome home is located at 4 Pala Avenue in the heart of Piedmont, and offers 4 bedrooms and 2 1/2 bathrooms in approximately 2375 sf of living space.   It has immediate, and very impressive, curb appeal with its stunning front gardens, and low border walls that provide private space just inside the engaging front gate.  

Guests are welcomed into this lovely garden space that is generous in size, and creative in design.  A front portico with impressive cross beams and splendid side columns reflect the distinctive architectural presence of this residence.  An inviting patio space is perfectly placed for a morning brunch or afternoon tea.  

The living room is highlighted by a large window that provides soft light for the space.  The…

This glowing hillside home is located in the hills of Oakland's Montclair neighborhood at 7210 Sayre Drive.  Close to everything, yet seemingly remote among the surrounding trees, it offers 3 bedrooms and 1/12 bathrooms in approximately 1,924 sf of living space.  

For those who would enjoy the quiet tree side ambiance that this house provides, its location still offers opportunities both above and below its location that should please those who enjoy the outdoors.  Just above the home are the hiking, biking and walking trails of Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve and Reinhardt Regional Park.  Just below are the shopping and dining amenities offered by Montclair Village, Rockridge and Berkeley.  

This stunning two story floor to ceiling wall…