Found 2 blog entries tagged as East Bay Homes.

June 11, 2026

The East Bay offers no shortage of attractive communities, from hillside estates in Oakland to elegant homes in Berkeley and Lafayette. Yet Piedmont continues to occupy a category of its own. Buyers who explore the luxury market throughout the East Bay often find themselves returning to the same conclusion: there simply isn't another place quite like Piedmont.

An Independent City With a Strong Identity

Unlike many neighborhoods that fall under the jurisdiction of a larger municipality, Piedmont operates as its own city. Residents benefit from dedicated city services, a strong sense of civic engagement, and a community identity that has remained remarkably consistent over time.

This independence contributes to the character of the…

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Growing Up at 235 Highland Avenue in Piedmont

First time on the market in over 50 years, 235 Highland Avenue is more than a classic Tudor Revival home — it is a property deeply connected to the traditions, walkability, and community life that continue to define Piedmont today.

Located prominently at the corner of Highland Avenue and Oakland Avenue, directly across from Havens Elementary School, the home has been part of the same family since 1972. Over the decades, it became more than simply a place to live. It became the backdrop for friendships, traditions, neighborhood gatherings, and everyday routines that continue to shape how the family remembers growing up in Piedmont.

235 Highland Avenue Tudor Revival home in Piedmont CA across from Havens Elementary and near downtown Piedmont.

A Childhood Centered Around Community

There are some places…

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