The varied and wonderful Oakland Neighborhoods.

 

Interested in living in Montclair?  Here is your chance!  Below you will find some outstanding properties tucked in among the trees, many with excellent hill, or SF Bay views.  
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Historic Duncan Home*gorgeous Kit With Cherrywo...

Price:   $774,950 City:   Oakland Beds:   2 Baths:   2 Type:   Single Family MLS® #:   40659649

Historic Duncan Home*gorgeous Kit With Cherrywood Cabinets/granite Counters/built-in Refrigerator...

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Live In Beauty. 2 Minute Drive To Mountain Blvd...

Price:   $659,000 City:   Oakland Beds:   3 Baths:   3 Type:   Single Family MLS®…

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Many new potential buyers of Oakland homes for sale, have a general idea of what they want in their future home in terms of price, location, yard space, square footage, etc..  Often, they will begin their search by touring Open Homes in various neighborhoods to get a sense of what is available.  Many times, they will begin these tours before choosing an agent to represent them.  Even when you have chosen me as your agent, these tours that you took were always a good thing to do.  

When you, as a potential buyer, began your search, you were given an MLS (Multiple Listing Service) informational sheet at each home that you visited.  What you may not have realized, is just how valuable this sheet is to you, and to me, as your agent, when deciding…

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Oakland has so many different and unique neighborhoods to discover.  Whether you are searching for a classic Victorian, Arts & Craft, Spanish, Tudor or Modern design, there is an Oakland home and neighborhood that will meet your needs.  

Here is an opportunity to take a visual tour through just a few of the many, many distinctive areas in the city, and find what will appeal to you. 

 

Oakland Neighborhoods

 Upper Rockridge  Montclair  Lakeshore Maxwell Park 
 		 Glenview  Millsmont
Lower Rockridge  
 		 Grand Lake  Oakmore Hiller Highlands Crestmont Claremont 
Redwood Heights  Oakmore Laurel 
 		 Trestle Glen  Temescal Crocker Highlands

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As your Oakland real estate agent, it is my job to prepare you to make the best presentation possible when we put your home on the market. As the seller, you can assist me, and promote the sale of your home, with an understanding of the following points:

1. Know the Value of Your Home In The Current Marketplace--While we will be working together to determine the very best sales price for your home, you will be more comfortable with this process if you do your homework as well.  Whether you use my website, or the current popular websites of Trulia or Zillow, take the time to see what homes in your area are selling for.  Compare them by size, location, amenities, and condition.  You can learn a lot in a very short time with an appropriate checklist…

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If you have not yet discovered the family friendly First Friday events at the Oakland Museum of California, (OMCA), you are in for a treat.  Where else can you combine food, fun, music and stunning arts and history in one place?  Young or old, there is something for you to see and do.

While the theme changes each Friday, the basic format is the same.  You can count on listening to, and dancing to, live music from different Bay area groups.  The musical variety is amazing, and has included New Orleans, Funk, Salsa, Cuban, and more. Additionally, you can also count on hands-on art activities for children, and full access to all the museum galleries until 9:00 p.m.. To add enjoyment, there will be a brief pop up style tour of one of the galleries by…

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As your real estate agent, I am pleased to say that I am very confident that together, you and I can put together an outstanding presentation for your Oakland home at it's Open House.  Needless to say, the first impression that we make is no doubt the most important to attract potential buyers.  We will take your budget into consideration, rearrange and consolidate as needed, and make the freshest, most appealing presentation possible.  

However, there are many things that can be done to meet this goal that do not cost a great deal of money.  They are:

1. Fix Up The Exterior Of Your Home:  Many times, your "curb appeal" can be one of the most telling factors in your presentation.  Many potential buyers will do a drive by of homes that they are…

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You have been looking for a home for a while, and now you have found an Oakland home that meets you needs.  You are very anxious to buy it, and very much want the offer to be effective enough to attract the seller's attention, especially in this current marketplace where you know the competition for available inventory is quite high. Bidding wars for some homes are not uncommon.

The important thing, to assure that you will be considered by the seller, is that your offer stand out, and thus be acted upon promptly.

In working with me as your real estate agent, you have taken an important first step.  I am experienced in the Bay area marketplace, and very comfortable with negotiating.  Together, we will make a plan to put together an outstanding…

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On Saturday and Sunday, October 25th and 26th, from 10 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., the Oakland Zoo will be holding it's annual "Boo At The Zoo" event, which is always a popular time for families to enjoy the Zoo, and participate in Halloween activities at the same time.  This year, the program will be supplemented by the Bay Area Science Festival, who promise to add a scientific spin to many of the events.     Costumes are encouraged for everyone, and all children in costume from 2 to 14 years of age, will receive a free spooky train ride ticket.  To encourage costumes still more, there will be a costume parade at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. with Roosevelt, the Zoo mascot.  
Of course, you can always tour the zoo at…

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Whether you are looking for a sparkling Bay view, or warm hillside location, one of these homes will most certainly fit your needs.                Price, Low to High                Price, High to Low             An Architectural Sanctuary Suspended Above The ... Price:   $2,995,000 City:   Oakland Beds:   4 Baths:   3 Type:   Single Family MLS® #:   40675186

An Architectural Sanctuary Suspended Above The Clouds In The Oakland Hills Boasts Unobstructed Pa...

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The "morgan Estate" An Iconic Architectural Mas...

Price:   $2,900,000 City:   Oakland Beds:   4 Baths:   4 Type:   Single Family MLS® #:   40649625

The "morgan Estate" An Iconic…

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Here are some truly gracious hillside homes for your consideration. Contact me today for further information. Sort by: Price, Low to High Price, High to Low  

Magnificent Mediterranean Villa W/sparkling Sf ...

$1,988,000 City: Oakland, CA Beds: 3 Baths: 3 Type: Single Family MLS® #: 40674244 Price: $1,988,000 City: Oakland Beds: 3 Baths: 3 Type: Single Family MLS® #: 40674244

Magnificent Mediterranean Villa W/sparkling Sf & Bay Views! On Special Cul-de-sac In The Montclai...

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Easy Access Custom-built Home At The End Of A C...

$1,899,999 City: Oakland, CA Beds: 5 Baths: 4 Type: Single Family MLS® #: 40675284…

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