This traditionally styled home is located at 128 Greenbank Avenue on a pleasant tree lined street in Piedmont.  It is ideally located close to the inviting shops, stores and the many amenities of Grand and Piedmont Avenues.  The Rockridge shops are just a short distance away.  It has 2 bedrooms and 1 bath in approximately 1,119 sq. feet of space.  

The handsome living room, with its hardwood floors, features multiple windows that create a pleasant, light filled room.   Note the handsome wood framing around the attractively designed windows.  This theme continues through many other rooms in the home.

 

 The dining room is quite spacious, and to add to the appeal, features an engaging sun porch just steps away, that allows a quiet place to…

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This pleasant home has plenty of curb appeal with its delightful lattice front porch and bright front door.  Established plants frame the home at 5437 Colusa Avenue in Richmond. It offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bath in an charming 809 sf space.  It is very well located, and is just a short distance from the shopping and recreational opportunities of Richmond, and nearby Albany and El Cerrito.  

As you enter the home through its welcoming entrance, you discover a home that is in virtually move in condition.  It has a bright, light filled living room and dining room, both of which flow comfortably from one to the other. Note the refinished hardwood floors and dual pane windows which add extra appeal and value.  Additional value was created when home was…

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This beautiful and spacious home at 261 Pershing Drive in Oakland, is located in the hills on the Montclair side of Piedmont.  One glance, and it is obvious that it has has been beautifully maintained, and creatively updated with contemporary design throughout.  It offers 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, and approximately 3345 sf of irresistible living space.  I, and my co-listing agent Vinny Manguyen, proudly present this home for sale.

The home presents a truly dramatic sight, no matter what the angle of view.

 

Sitting high atop the Oakland hills, it offers .93 acres on a downslope premium lot. The view is spectacular, featuring a 3 bridge view and SF and Oakland city views.  

 

Below are some specific details about the home, but, first,…

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This charming English Tudor style home was appealing when it was originally built, but is now even more so, with the pluses that have been added to it.  It is located at 5801 La Salle Avenue in Oakland,  just above Montclair on the Piedmont side of the hills.  It offers 3 bedrooms and 3 baths and approximately 2981 sf of living space.   

It boasts an extensive new addition in 2004 by Gillian Servals.  Additionally, the exterior, and part of the interior, have been recently repainted, and it has a new roof and new landscaping in front.  A lot of value has been added to this home.

The living room has almost panoramic window space, a very handsome fireplace, and hardwood floors.  Note the inset archways by the front door that can be used as…

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This extremely spacious home, designed with Tudor concepts, is located at 657 Carlston Avenue in the heart of Oakland's Crocker Highlands neighborhood.  It sits on the largest lot in the neighborhood.  As such, it sits on approximately .44 acres, and offers 5 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths of charm.  

The gracious entryway, with its handsome staircase and arched entry, welcomes you into an inviting living room, which is highlighted with beautiful beamed ceilings, hardwood floors, and an engaging fireplace.   

 

In addition to a formal dining room, there is an inviting kitchen, complete with a built in breakfast bar.

The very roomy home is able to offer 5 bedrooms, each of which is unique.  Three are represented here for your…

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Craftsman styled homes have always been some of the most popular homes in the Bay area, and this home is a reason why.  From its classic front porch with sturdy pillars, to its handsome window treatments and built ins, it should appeal to buyers looking for a pleasant, well designed home.  Located at 1125 Winsor Avenue in Piedmont, it is approximately 1876 sf in size, and has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths.  

The welcoming living room has a dramatic central fireplace, plenty of room to move around, hardwood floors, and a handsome assortment of window treatments to enjoy.

Immediately adjacent, under a graceful archway, is the formal dining room with classic, and always welcome built ins, with glass doors for displaying china or favored…

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This architectural stunner is a showplace of design-both indoors and outdoors. Still in demand by buyers, and built in 1928, it reflects the Spanish designs so popular in the era, yet it still remains appealing and refreshed.  Located at 4420 Bridgeview Drive, it has approximately 2651 sf. of space, 4 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths.

 Below, note the dramatic entry door and the entry hall,  with its sweeping stairway to the second floor.

 

The entry leads to the very inviting living room.  There are so many subtle, yet classical architectural touches here.  Examples include the beamed ceilings, arched windows, a dramatic fireplace, hardwood floors and the charming Spanish balcony 

 

The dining room with its handsome entry doors and…

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This home is ideal for many reasons--It has amazing curb appeal, with established trees and gardens in the front and back, and charming rooms, coupled with pleasing yard space that is perfect for homeowners who enjoys entertaining.  Note the welcoming front entrance. 

Located at 50 Wildwood Place in Piedmont, it has 4 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths, and approximately 2456 sf. of space.  

This is truly a home that is in touch with the outdoors.  Doors to the inviting patio and gardens are located in both the front room and the family room.  The handsome living room is an example. This room also features an appealing fireplace, hardwood floors and built-in display cabinets.  

 

As with homes of this caliber, a pleasant dining room is just…

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 This very appealing garden walkway invites you into this well located home at 1855 TrestleGlen Road in Piedmont.  It is approximately 1,888 sq. ft. in size, and offers 3 bedrooms and 3 baths. The property has two APNs.   It is short distance from Park Boulevard, and the Oakmore and Glenview neighborhood shops and restaurants.  It is also located between Highways 580 and 13, which allows quick access to Oakland, Berkeley, or Contra Costa County. 

The main floor has an easy flow between the living room, dining area and kitchen  An additional feature is the patio just outside.  It is accessed through large glass doors that let in lots of pleasant sunlight. Note the handsome wood flooring.

The updated kitchen features a breakfast bar and…

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This handsome English Tudor style home is always in demand, due to its classic architectural design.  Located at 59 Sylvan Way in Piedmont, it features 3 bedrooms and 1 bath, and is ideally located close to the wide variety of shops, restaurants and activities of nearby Grand Avenue .  

The living room has a great deal to offer.  In addition to its spacious picture window, it features a pleasing brick fireplace, which is bracketed by two very unique window treatments that are immediately appealing.

A formal dining room is always a must in a classic home like this one.  Note the subtle arched doorways leading into the various rooms of the home.

The nearby kitchen has lots of light, and extra long counter space for food…

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