If you love gardens, this delightful home is designed for you.  Located at 1624 Leimert Boulevard in the popular Oakmore section of Oakland, its charming curb appeal is exceeded by a truly delightful backyard garden.   Ideally located just a very short distance from the cozy Oakmore shops, it is just minutes away from the shops and restaurants of Montclair Village, and access to Highways 13 and 580.  

As you enter this home, you are immediately impressed by the sweeping open space before you.  The sparkling hardwood floors reflect the amazing amount of light that is let in through multiple windows.  The handsome fireplace adds a welcoming feature, and adds warmth to the room.

There is no question that the beautifully arched central window…

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This warm and engaging home, with its charming tree lined walkway, is one that seems to welcome guests.  Located at 285 Sheridan Avenue in Piedmont, it appears to be created to be inviting in its atmosphere.  It offers 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, and is well located in central Piedmont.   

The stylish living room is awash in sparkling light.  From its spacious front windows, to its patio views, it is handsome and graceful.  Its central fireplace is dramatically designed, with sweeping lines, and includes a display mantle.  Be sure to note the special amenities here that include parquet floors, crown molding, and the construction quality of the wood framed French doors and windows that open onto the patio.  

This beautiful living…

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This very attractive home, located at 80 Florada Avenue, offers a lot of roomy comfort for a new owner.  It features 5 bedrooms and 3 baths in a comfortable 3248 sf +/- of living space.   It has a very welcoming curb appeal, and a handsome off street garage that will house two cars.  

The expansive living room is centered around a very elegant fireplace which is a classic design feature for homes of its era.  It has a graceful 30's streamline appeal, is dramatically spacious, and has a display mantle for your special collectibles.  

 

Sunny light flows in from the generous windows, and the amenities here, and throughout the house, include hardwood floors, wood framed doors and windows, and elegant crown molding.

A pair of dramatic…

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This handsome home, located at 1166 Winsor Avenue in Piedmont, is ideally located close to Witter Field, and just moments from the pleasant shops and restaurants of Lakeshore and Grand Avenues.  It has a very dramatic curb appeal, with its well established garden, and classic Tudor architecture.  

Outdoor light plays an important role in this home.  This bright and appealing living room has multiple doors and windows that invite the outside in.  This creates a pleasing ambiance that is highlighted by the inviting dramatic fireplace that features a display mantle. 

Two things of note here are the spacious doors that open onto an inviting patio, and, off to the left, the steps to an attractive dining space just right for entertaining, no…

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This handsomely designed Piedmont home at 172 Mountain Avenue has dramatic curb appeal.  Located just a few moments from downtown Piedmont, it offers convenience of place, plus 4 bedrooms, and  2.5 baths in approximately 2004 sf of living space.  ( Be sure to spend some time with the floor plans that are included towards the end of this home summary)  

As is immediately obvious upon entering the home, a lot of thought has gone into designing this space to make it comfortable, and aesthetically appealing.  Of special note is the welcoming central fireplace, the warmth of hardwood floors, the rich wooden crown molding and the dramatic window treatments that will be noticed throughout the residence.  

There is a lot to be said about window…

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This charming home is located at 117 Palm Drive in Piedmont.  Its delightful curb appeal, and very pleasant back yard, reflects the fact that it has been professionally landscaped. With its tiled roof, the plentiful and beautifully arched windows, and sturdy front door, it is classically Mediterranean in style.  

Upon entry, you are immediately struck with the open and welcoming ambiance.  Rooms flow one into another, and the spaciousness is perfect for entertaining.   Be sure to note the amazing amount of built in bookcase/display space that is available for your favorite books or collectibles.  

 

The living room is anchored by an very handsome fireplace that features a display mantle and tile hearth.  Both the living room and adjacent…

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For those who love the appeal of a traditional brown shingle home, this home, located at 19 Monte Avenue, reflects an iconic era in Piedmont history.  This home was designed by renowned area architect Albert Farr in the same year that he designed what is now a portion of downtown Piedmont.  In 1908, the combined fire house and city hall building, using his designs, opened for use.  Not long after, Farr was commissioned to design the landmark Exedra Arch.  

What engaging curb appeal in this home.  Lush plants and trees abound to welcome visitors to this gracious home.  Pleasant surprises like the lantern below, reflect its charm.  

 

 

The living room (and dining room below) is stunning, and sparkles with light from the many captivating…

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This creatively designed home has dramatic curb appeal.  It features scenic area views from its imaginative front deck, plus a very spacious terraced rear yard with plenty of room for entertaining.  Located at 6 Abbott Way, it offers a very roomy 3,376 sf +/-, and 4 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths.  

Everything, starting at the front entryway below, reflects an engaging and creative architectural design.  

 

The living room is where the welcome is the most engaging. Soaring ceilings, sweeping design lines, and a stunning fireplace, are just some of the elements that make this light filled room unique.  

 

The dining room, just off the kitchen has a very spacious built-in sideboard/cabinet for displaying and storing special glassware…

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This traditional classic at 4 Sierra Avenue in Piedmont  is one that has to be known to anyone who lives in Piedmont.  Located on a corner lot, and across from Piedmont Park, it has been admired by residents, school children and visitors for many years.   Whether viewed from the front, or from the gardens in back, it is a truly graceful home.  It features 6 bedrooms and 4 1/2 baths in an extremely spacious living area of approximately 3689 sf.  ( It is important to note that there is currently 1800sf of undeveloped attic that is not included in the 3689sf  just mentioned, which can offer multiple possibilities for further expansion.)  

Upon opening its dramatic front door, you are welcomed by a stylish stairway to the second floor,…

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This classic Art Deco home was designed in 1937 by award winning home architect John Dinwiddie, and reflects all that is appealing and dramatic about this architectural style. The  expected, and in demand, design elements will reflect simple clean lines, with a streamlined look being paramount inside and out.  Note the wrap around deck that reflects this concept.  Everything together combines to form an amazing curb appeal.  

Located at 95 Parnassus Road in Berkeley, it features 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, and offers views of the Bay area and the North Berkeley hills.  

The entrance, through glass doors, the simple lines of the stairwell, and the dramatic hardwood floors, give a sense of what to expect in the the rest of the house.

The living…

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