The warm and glowing light within this home that is captured by walls of floor to ceiling windows, creates a stunning ambiance.  If ever there was an opportunity to live contentedly, surrounded by the beauty of a forest, this townhouse at 2724 Garber B provides it.   

It offers 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom in 1010 square feet of living space.

The location of the house in the Elmwood District of Berkeley provides a perfect proximity to the very popular shops and restaurants along College Avenue, and all around the University.  

As seen above, the living room is large, and anchored by a dramatic raised hearth central fireplace-perfect for entertaining friends-especially on a cooler Berkeley afternoon or evening.  

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For those that treasure the Craftsman living experience, this home stands out above so many others.  Located at 1770 Highland Place in the  North Berkeley hills, and close to the UC campus, this home has a unique history.  It was part of the first residential design by famed Berkeley architect Bernard Maybeck and is dated 1895.  

Known as the Keeler House, it was later reconceived as two flats in the 1920s, and later, another unit was created--this is the unit seen above that is now for sale as a condominium.   It offers 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom and 1236 sf of living space.  

The impressive combination of the living room and dining room into one expansive living space is perfect for gracious living and entertaining.  

The living room…

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This unique and dramatic hillside home is located high in the Berkeley hills, and is settled in, and surrounded by, a tranquil and expansive garden, and old growth trees.  It is perfect as a quiet retreat, yet is close to everything.   

Located at 192 Fairlawn Drive, it is just moments from busy Berkeley shops, restaurants and University ambiance.   It offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom in 907 sf of living space.  

This impressively remodeled A frame cottage is reminiscent of those seen in the Tahoe area, and offers the same contentment without the long drive to the Sierras. 

Additionally, the grounds around the home feature numerous opportunities for relaxation on the large outdoor decks, seen here.  

A spacious deck welcomes guests…

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This large and handsome North Berkeley hillside home is located at 1039 Euclid Avenue, and its classical Tudor style construction makes it both distinctive and dramatic.

Framed by tall old growth trees and well planned gardens, it commands immediate attention.  It offers 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in a comfortable 2229 sq. ft. of living space.

Ideally located in the hills above Berkeley and Albany, it is just a short distance to the many shops and restaurants that make those vibrant neighborhoods so appealing to so many,

Upon entry into the home, one experiences a glowing visual experience that is made possible with the sun streaming in through the expansive floor to ceiling front windows, and supplemental side windows.  

Guests…

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Nestled among the trees, and high in the hills above Berkeley, is this remarkable home that offers a Tahoe like retreat among verdant hillsides.  Its rustic external appearance is impressively combined with the gleaming updated living experience that is seen throughout the house.     

Located at 3333 Dwight Way, it manages to combine the semi-rustic look of the many richly colored overhead beams, with the softness of lightly colored off white walls, to create a striking effect.  

One of home's most exceptional assets is the central portion of the far wall of glass doors.  It opens to the west, and San Francisco Bay views, providing true indoor-outdoor living, no matter what the time of day, or season.   

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High up in Berkeley's Claremont Hills neighborhood is this outstanding view home located at 1033 Alvarado Road.  Its highly appealing Mediterranean styling is reflected immediately in the multi-gabled red clay roofing, and inviting front gardens.  

It offers 4 bedrooms and 3 1/2 bathrooms in a very expansive 3577 sq. ft. of living space, and is exceptionally well located just a short distance from the shopping and dining of the popular Elmwood and Ashby neighborhoods. 

Nearby Highways 24 and 13 provide direct routes to Oakland and San Francisco to the west, and Contra Costa County to the east.  

As will soon be seen, this home is a perfect venue for gracious entertaining and soothing relaxation.  The side patio, seen here, is just off the…

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Located in the Northbrae area of Berkeley at 1215 Colusa Avenue, is this truly delightful English Tudor style home that offers both charm and style to its residents.   Classic in its architecture, it brings a piece of historic England to the Berkeley foothills, and a bit of imagination as well. 

With 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms it is comfortably sized with 1488 sf of living space.  Despite the location's rural ambiance, it is especially well located just moments from popular Monterey Market, and all the shops and pleasant restaurants on nearby Solano Avenue.  

A delightfully picturesque wooden bridge crosses over a soothing stream in front of the home-both providing quiet and privacy from the outside world.  

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Anyone who has lived in the Bay area for any period of time has heard about the stunning and sweeping hilltop views of San Francisco Bay that are available from the homes in Hiller Highlands, as is evidenced by the scene above.  

This very special townhome is carefully designed to take advantage of this unique location high on this Oakland hillside.  As can be seen, these rooms easily capture the scene below in all its drama and beauty. 

Located in Hiller Highlands, It offers 3 bedrooms and 2 1/2 bathrooms in a generous 1796 sf of living space.  

This scene reveals the spacious floor to ceiling French doors that slide aside to invite both residents and guests to step outside to the outdoor balcony and enjoy the stunning top of the world…

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This handsome contemporary home sits high in the Berkeley hills, and offers a gracious and comfortable living experience that is impressively combined with the sweeping view of the Bay area, as is seen directly below.  

Located at 6822 Charing Cross Road, it offers 3 bedrooms and 2 1/2 bathrooms in a very spacious 2534 sf of living space, and many additional and desirable upgraded amenities.  

One of the many benefits of living in the East Bay hills is the availability of captivating Bay area views like this, that seen just below the home.  Best of all, it is one that can be enjoyed 24 hours a day, and changes beautifully in effect as the days and seasons change.  

This home is especially well placed high above the interchange of Highways…

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Ideally located in Berkeley's Indian Rock neighborhood at 84 San Mateo Road, and close to the Marin Circle, this handsome tri-level Craftsman style home would be a pleasure to own. 

While updated for gracious living, it still has the classic architecture that makes the Craftsman style so cherished.  Its 2739 square feet of living space accommodates 4 bedrooms and 2 1/2 bathrooms.  

This warmly inviting living room is spacious, beautifully lit from multiple windows around the room, and anchored by a handsome central fireplace.  True to its era, a pair of built in window seats on either side provide a space for easy reading and relaxing while viewing the surrounding gardens.  

Just steps away, this handsome dining room awaits guests for…

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