Thoughts and listings about Oakland Homes and Oakland Condos

As soon as you decide that you would like to begin to look for your new Oakland or Berkeley home, you should take steps to get your loan financing in place.  In many areas of the East Bay, the competition for homes and condominiums is very high. As a result, you need to be ready to make a offer immediately upon finding your ideal home, to avoid losing out to other bidders.  What do you need to know about your financing options?

1. Being Pre-Qualified By A Lender-This is a first step in the mortgage process, but an important one.  You will be asked to provide your lender with your basic financial status.  You would inform them about your debt, your income, and your assets.  It allows the lender to review your situation, and give you a general…

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Oakland's Lakeshore neighborhood is one of the most popular in Oakland.  Lakeshore Avenue, for which it is named, is a choice shopping center for residents, as is nearby, and equally popular Grand Lake Avenue.  Whether it is creative cooking, old time donuts, Trader Joe shopping, or creative boutiques and coffee shops, this area has a lot to offer.  Combine it with a nearby classic movie theater, a weekly farmers market, space to run and play at Lake Merritt, and you can see why it is so appealing.  For those working in the many downtown office buildings, it is an easy walk to work.  Consider the varied architecture and choices below.

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Skyline/Hillcrest Estates homes are located in the hills of Oakland, and are found along Skyline Boulevard and the streets and roads adjacent.  As with Montclair hill homes, and Piedmont Pines homes, they can offer either a dramatic hill top view of the SF Bay, or be tucked away in a soothing Tahoe like atmosphere.  If you couple this ideal location with immediate access to Highway 24, you will see you have the advantage of rapid access to downtown Oakland, Orinda, San Leandro, and all these cities have to offer in terms of work, shopping and entertainment.

       Remember, new properties come on line regularly, so check my website at www.brucewagg.com for the latest updates. 

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Oakland's Montclair hills have always been one of the most popular neighborhoods in the city. The homes here are varied in architecture, from the earlier Spanish and Mid-Century Modern, to dramatic and creative Mediterranean and Italianate homes with views from every room.  Choices abound.  You can also choose between hilltop views or cozy Tahoe like settings for your new home.  Combine this with immediate access to downtown Oakland, Orinda, the pleasures of shopping in Montclair and Rockridge, and you have an ideal neighborhood for your new home.

           Remember, new properties come on line regularly, so check my website at www.brucewagg.com for the latest updates. 

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The Upper Rockridge neighborhood in Oakland has always been one of the most in demand neighborhoods in the city.  Graced by a combination of classic Spanish, Mediterranean, and Mission style designs, it has gradually seen added dramatic custom built homes, many of which are full of light and creative designs.  Located adjacent to Berkeley and near Piedmont, it is well placed as well for freeway access to downtown Oakland and SF, as well as Orinda and the rest of Contra Costa County.  Rockridge, especially along College Avenue, it the location of a wide variety of appealing restaurants, shops and boutiques.  

          Remember, new properties come on line regularly, so check my website at www.brucewagg.com for the latest updates.

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The Jack London Square neighborhood has been one of Oakland's most vital in the last few years, with the steady development of condominiums and lofts that allow access to the many restaurants, shops and entertainment venues that have come to enhance the neighborhood.   Nearby Downtown and Lake Merritt condominiums offer an even wider variety of choices.

        Remember, new properties come on line regularly, so check my website at www.brucewagg.com for the latest updates.

Top Floor Penthouse! 2bedrooms, 2full Bathrooms...

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$999,000

  • 2 Beds
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  • 2 Baths
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  • 1,367 SqFt

Oakland, CA

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You have finally decided to move ahead and buy your new home.  You know the type of home that you want, the neighborhood that you would like, and the price that you are willing to pay. To assure yourself that you have the your best chance to achieve these goals, you should plan follow these three steps: 

1. Find An Experienced Real Estate Agent Who Knows The Marketplace:   Buying a home has become more complicated every year.  Whether you need information about loan qualifications, property disclosures, home inspections, offers and counteroffers, the experience of your chosen agent can make a dramatic difference in your end result.  My multi-year winning sales record in the Bay area will assure you that you are in good hands with me as your…

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Currently, competition for well priced homes in Piedmont and Oakland is very high.  Often multiple bids come in from motivated buyers.  This illustrates the need to price your home correctly and competitively the minute it hits the market.  One of my jobs as your agent it to assist you to arrive at this important figure, so your home will get immediate interest and attention.  

 Many sellers,  unfamiliar with the marketplace will have a tendency to want to overprice their homes and hope someone will buy it at the inflated price.  This is just not a realistic, and there are many reasons for this.  These are some of the top ones:

1. The Home Will Not Be Shown--Buyers and brokers are very sophisticated as to proper pricing on a home.…

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You have just bought your new home.  You are preparing to move in.  There is so much to do and know about this home.  You, as the new owner, should make sure that you have some vital information and details turned over to you for your first day.  While I will assist you with much of this activity, here is an excellent summary checklist for the departing owner provided by REALTOR Magazine, which you should go over together before moving in. You may need some or all of the following:

1. Owner's manuals and warranties for any appliances left in the house.

2. Garage door opener(s)

3. Extra set of house keys.

4. Other keys--Think beyond the front doors.  Do you have any cabinets or lockers built into           the house that require keys?

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Oakland's Lake Merritt has been the scenic centerpiece of downtown Oakland for decades. It has been used for family picnics, outings, strolling and jogging. Additionally, popular surrounding neighborhoods of Grand Lake, Lakeshore, Adams Point and Cleveland Heights, offer opportunities for shopping, dining and recreation.  If you would like to live in this vital and ever changing neighborhood click here:  OAKLAND LAKE MERRITT NEIGHBORHOOD

Mid-price homes for the area offer classic looks, bright, often upgraded opportunities to enjoy lake views, park like walkways and proximity to downtown Oakland.  Here are some examples:   

Spectacular City, Lake, And Bay Views Abound. S...

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$799,000

  • 2 Beds
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  • 2 Baths
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