The varied and wonderful Oakland Neighborhoods.

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.  

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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,…

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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.  


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This handsome Tudor style home, located at 12 Van Sicklen Place in Oakland has impressive curb appeal, with a touch of English country manor in is construction.  Its steeply pitched and overlapping roofs, and sturdy front door reflect its historic  architectural roots, and the rich green of the grass and plantings add softness and charm.  It offers 4 bedrooms and 3 1/2 bathrooms in a very generous 3097 sf +/- of living space.  

Crocker Highlands is one of the best located neighborhoods in the city.   The many shops, restaurants and recreational activities that surround nearby Grand and Lakeshore Avenues include the Grand Lake Farmers Market, the classic Grand Lake Theater ((closed now for Covid), Lakeside Park, and Children's Fairyland. Jogging and…

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This marvelous Mid-Century Modern home is located at 6274 Clive Avenue in the hills of Oakland in the Piedmont Pines neighborhood.  For those who want to enjoy the serenity of Tahoe like living close to all the amenities of the Bay area, this home is a perfect choice.  it offers 2 bedrooms and 1 1/2  bathrooms in 1472 +/- sf of living space.  

A reverse view of the scene above reveals the distinctive and charming A frame construction, which is in perfect harmony with the Mid-Century Modern design concept that you will see throughout the residence.    Elements to look for include walls of glass, simplicity of design, generous open space, giant sliding glass doors, changes in elevation, and integration with nature.  

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This warm and welcoming hillside home is located at 7281 Saroni Drive in the Montclair neighborhood of Oakland.  As with many of the homes in this portion of the city, it is designed with the goal of creating an easy transition between indoor and outdoor living for its residents.  It offers 3 bedrooms and 2 1/2 bathroom in a generous 2084 sf of living space.  

This room is spacious and inviting.  The soft seating that is grouped around the central fireplace provides a perfect spot for entertaining friends, and, just as easily, is a soothing retreat at the end of a busy day. 

Light comes streaming in from the multiple full sized sliding glass doors that surround the living area.  All of these doors provided instant access to the outdoor porches…

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This glowing home located at 6466 Westover Drive in the Montclair neighborhood of Oakland, combines the sophistication of contemporary architecture with the soothing hillside feel that is reminiscent of Tahoe living.   It is three stories high, offers 4 bedrooms and 3 1/2 bathrooms in approximately 2725 sf of living space.  It has been designed with the goal of providing an easy transition from the indoors to the outdoors when desired.  

Situated in the hills above Oakland between Shepherd Canyon and Skyline Boulevard, it is sheltered among a hillside of trees, and yet is just moments from the pleasant shops and restaurants of Montclair, Rockridge and College Avenue.  Highway 13 at the bottom of the hills provides quick and easy transportation to…

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