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SF and Bay views from this big Oakland Hills CA home
4 bedroom home in the Oakland Hills with big Bay and Golden Gate views. There is a saying in the real estate business that we all love our own listings and to a certain degree I suppose that is true. As Realtors we spend quite a bit of time sitting inside the homes we market [...]
Mortgage Broker info for home buyers
Home buyers that are considering purchasing a home in Oakland, Piedmont or Berkeley California will inevitably find themselves communicating with a mortgage broker or a retail bank about obtaining a mortgage. This short video answers some basic questions about the differences between banks and brokers, what are loan points, reasons to use a local institution [...]
Homes Sold in Upper Rockridge Q1 2010
This Upper Rockridge real estate sales report covers single family homes that have sold in Oakland’s Upper Rockridge district during the fourth quarter of 2009.
Brian Santilena is a resident and has been selling Upper Rockridge 1998. If you would like more details about buying or selling in Upper Rockridge please call Brian directly at Pacific [...]
Lakeshore and Grand Lake neighborhoods in Oakland CA
The Lakeshore Ave and Grand Lake neighborhoods in Oakland CA offers many of the semi-urban amenities that today’s homebuyers are looking for. This video will give you a brief glimpse of some of the areas terrific features. If you’d like more information please don’t hesitate to contact me directly.
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Lakeshore Avenue runs along the East side [...]
Real estate in Trestle Glen & Crocker Highlands Oakland CA
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Trestle Glen and Crocker Highlands lie adjacent to one another and are located in central Oakland directly above Lake Merritt and Hwy. 580. The zip code is 94610. The neighborhoods are bordered by Lakeshore Ave. to the West and Park Boulevard on the East. Back in the late 1800’s Trestle Glen Road had a railroad street [...]
Upper Rockridge Q4 2009 Homes that have Sold
This Upper Rockridge real estate sales report covers single family homes that have sold in Oakland’s Upper Rockridge district during the fourth quarter of 2009.
I am a resident of Upper Rockridge and a long time real estate agent that specializes in the area. You are welcome to contact me via email or call me directly at [...]
Montclair Village & real estate Oakland CA
The Montclair district is nestled in the Oakland Hills, above Hwy 13 and South of the Hwy 24 Caldecott Tunnel. It’s zip code is 94611. The northern portion of Montclair was burned and rebuilt after the Oakland Hills firestorm and now offers outstanding newer construction view properties. The southern portion of Montclair offers home largely [...]
If purchasing a home in Oakland, Berkeley or Piedmont you should check the water heater.
Look if the water heater is strapped for earthquake safety. It should be strapped at the top and bottom and held securely against the back wall. Ensure that there is a pressure relief valve. Without one the water could explode if it malfunctions. The pressure relief pipe should drain to a proper location. The gas [...]
Red Flags and things to look for when buying an Oakland, Piedmont or Berkeley home.
Homes in the Oakland Hills, Berkeley Hills, Piedmont and the surrounding areas were typically built quite a long time ago. After all, the classic character of these properties is what a lot of prospective Buyers are looking for. Negotiating a contract and spending time and money on inspections can feel like a real waste if [...]
4878 Harbord Dr. Oakland CA Rockridge District
This 1950’s Contemporary nestled on a gentle upslope in Upper Rockridge is centrally located between the College Avenue shopping area and the Montclair Village.
Entering through the front door you are greeted by an open floor plan and a sun filled atmosphere. Several large picture windows adorn the west side of the home and offer outlooks [...]
