The varied and wonderful Oakland Neighborhoods.

 

For those that covet magical views from just about every room in the house, this 4 Bedroom, 3 1/2 Bath home at 6689 Skyline Boulevard in Oakland, is something you must consider immediately.  Located in the hills above Montclair Village, it is close to Rockridge, Orinda, and the many hiking and biking trails of nearby regional preserves.

This 4100 sf home was built to take advantage of the sweeping views afforded by its location high in the Oakland hills.  San Francisco, Bay Bridge and Oakland downtown views are available for your enjoyment, no matter what the hour.  

There are multiple levels to choose from, but the center of the home has to be the Family Room/Kitchen complex.  A stone fireplace centers the seating area, and a dining area,…

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 This outstanding architectural gem represents the gracious living it was created for.  Located at 260 Euclid Avenue, in Oakland, this 5 Bedroom, 3 Bath home includes a very handsome 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath in-law unit.  Centrally located, just moments from Lake Merritt, and the Grand Lake and Lakeshore Avenue shopping and restaurants, it is well worth considering.  

The spacious living room includes arched windows, a dramatic fireplace, and is ideal for a quiet evening's relaxation, yet offers ample space for entertaining guests.  

 

Just steps away, the engaging ambiance continues with a pleasing formal dining room.

The kitchen and adjacent breakfast room provide light filled space, and the classic and popular buffet/hutch for storing…

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This beautiful home, located in the Oakland hills at 46 Carisbrook Lane, make a dramatic presentation even before you enter its spacious interior.  This 3 bedroom, 3 bath home boasts 3,566 sf of light filled rooms.  

The living room with its desirable beamed ceilings, handsome hardwood floors, and central fireplace, invites evenings by the fire, and views 24 hours a day of the Bay and canyon.  

Steps away is the very impressive chef's kitchen which features a stone counter and double oven.  It can be an eat-in kitchen as well, for informal occasions, or you can choose to use the immediately adjacent patio just outside the sliding glass doors.  

 

Of the three bedrooms, while all have the stunning hardwood floors and pleasing…

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This gracious, and architecturally pleasing, French Country styled home is located in the Crocker Highlands neighborhood of Oakland, at 931 Hillcroft Circle.  Offering 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, and a very spacious 2736 SF of living space, it is an excellent choice for your new home.     

This handsome living room has a fireplace, beamed ceilings, and, as with much of the rest of the house, French windows and doors that bring in wonderful light, and open to the wrap-around porch.

Immediately adjacent is the family room and dining room, which continue the theme of the French windows and doors that open onto the porch.  

 

The inviting kitchen has a Viking stove and a dramatic copper range hood.

There are four bedrooms, each one…

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If you have ever wanted a dramatic Bay area view home, this captivating winner located at 14030 Broadway Terrace in the Montclair hills of  Oakland, should more than fit your needs. Almost every room in the 4 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath home has a view of the SF Bay and Oakland panorama.   

This home underwent a complete renovation in 2016.  It has two new firelplaces, new flooring, windows, and paint.  Of special note is 16 feet of Fleetwood sliding glass doors to offer these irresistible views, as seen below in the living room and dining room.  

An additional desirable upgrade has been the kitchen.  This all new kitchen incorporates quartz counters, stainless appliances, and a wine refrigerator.  

The home features four bedrooms.…

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True Oakland and Piedmont bargain shoppers know about the outstanding shopping opportunities available at the Dress Best For Less Store located at 3861 Piedmont Avenue in Oakland. Whether they are looking for gently used stylish clothing, or attractive household goods, books and pictures, there is sure to be something that attracts the eye, and the pocketbook.  The good news is that the satellite store, The Marking Room, located at 799 Magnolia Avenue in Piedmont, has even greater bargains to attract the clever buyer.    

What makes these stores extra special is that most of the profits from these stores are donated to the vital Piedmont Educational Foundation, which is committed to promoting educational excellence, and financial support for…

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Sit On Top Of The Bay, & Enjoy A View Like No O...

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$2,189,000

  • 3 Beds
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  • 3½ Baths
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  • 3,620 SqFt

Oakland, CA

Sit On Top Of The Bay, & Enjoy A View Like No Other - See 5 Bridges, Completely Unobstructed! Bra...

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Brand New Custom Home With 4 Bedrooms And 4 1/2...

 

$1,995,000

  • 4 Beds
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  • 4½ Baths
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  • 4,000 SqFt

Oakland, CA

Brand New Custom Home With 4 Bedrooms And 4 1/2 Baths. Open Floor Plan With Kitchen To Family Ro...

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Stunning Contemporary Home With Breathtaking Ci...

 

$1,995,000

  • 4 Beds
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  • 3½ Baths
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  • 3,437 SqFt

Oakland, CA

Stunning Contemporary Home With Breathtaking City…

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Over the last decade, Oakland residents have seen a dedicated commitment to the growth and redevelopment of the Jack London Square neighborhood.  Imaginative and steady recovery of the area has created exciting new living spaces, as illustrated above.  Whether you are looking for condos or lofts, there are competitively priced homes available.  Whether you are a brand new buyer coming into the market for the first time, or a buyer stepping down into a smaller living space after selling your larger home, there are options to consider. Additionally, more growth is on the way just a bit further south, with the building of the eagerly awaited Brooklyn Basin project.  Current available examples to consider would include those at 288 3rd Street, and 222…

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 The Oakmore neighborhood is well located between the Montclair and the Glenview  neighborhoods in the foothills of Oakland.  Home designs here reflect the English Tudor, Spanish Stucco designs of the 1930's, and additionally, the mid-century modern looks of that era.  Pleasant, tree lined winding streets, and the often appealing scenic city views, make these homes desirable.  

Its location, between Highways 580 and 13, means immediate access to the Bay area, no matter what your destination, be it Jack London Square, the Oakland Coliseum, San Francisco or Contra Costa County.  The parks and hills above the neighborhood invite hikes, walking, biking or picnicking. While appealing Montclair village offers small town shops and stores, nearby downtown…

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Oakland's Adams Point Neighborhood sits on the hills above scenic Lake Merritt, and is ideally located for the homeowner who wants to be in the center of all of what Oakland has to offer. It is just a short walk from downtown Oakland, the Oakland Museum, and the shopping and dining areas of the Grand Lake and Lakeshore Avenue neighborhoods.   A weekly farmers market, and the classic Grand Lake Theater add more opportunites for things to do.  Nearby Highway 580 is a direct route to San Francisco or Contra Costa County.  

It features a combination of handsomely designed private homes, while providing an excellent source of for buyers seeking a unique condominium or apartment.  

If this variety of opportunities appeals to you, contact me with…

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