836 Spruce Street, Berkeley: $1,695,000 3,177 square feet, 3++ bedrooms, 2+ baths Represented by Holly Rose, Marvin Gardens Real Estate This Spanish “Castle” with spectacular bay views was designed by architect WH Hooper in the early 1900's. … [Read more...] about Would you like to live in a castle?
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Would you like a 2,000-acre back yard?
What if you could walk out your front door, and within a few minutes be in a gently rolling parkland with hiking trails, a lake, botanical garden, jogging paths, a little farm, picnic areas -- even a merry-go-round? You would be living near Tilden … [Read more...] about Would you like a 2,000-acre back yard?
Oakland’s Bushrod neighborhood, before and after
Oakland's Bushrod neighborhood, roughly bounded by Telegraph Ave, Ashby Ave, Adeline St, and Highway 24, has long awaited it's turn as a hot real estate location. Historically overshadowed by Lower Rockridge just on the other side of Telegraph, … [Read more...] about Oakland’s Bushrod neighborhood, before and after
Estate Liquidation Resources for the East Bay
"Estate Liquidation" is a term few people have heard, unless they have faced the prospect of clearing out a house full of possessions -- their own, or a loved one's. In a nutshell, Estate Liquidation is the process of finding a new home for every … [Read more...] about Estate Liquidation Resources for the East Bay
1797 Thousand Oaks Blvd: $1,695,000
Everybody wants to live in Thousand Oaks. When I meet with new clients who wish to buy a home in Berkeley, it seems that whatever their targeted neighborhood (Solano Ave, Gourmet Ghetto, Northbrae, Elmwood), they always toss in "or Thousand Oaks." … [Read more...] about 1797 Thousand Oaks Blvd: $1,695,000
Thousand Oaks Ablaze with Blossoms
I always love driving down Thousand Oaks Blvd, but right now, and for the next few weeks, it is a rare treat indeed, as brilliantly blooming plum trees frame the gorgeous homes along the boulevard. This image was taken near Great Stone Face Park (at … [Read more...] about Thousand Oaks Ablaze with Blossoms
Why You Should Build that Backyard Cottage
Berkeley says it's OK!? Can’t you imagine your mother’s voice: “Just because Timmy jumped off a cliff, does that mean you should jump off a cliff too?” We all feel tempted to do what we see others doing, but at the same time, we’re afraid those … [Read more...] about Why You Should Build that Backyard Cottage
Fixer-Upper in the Flats: the new gotta-have-it
The new listing at 935 Fresno Avenue in Berkeley is a perfect example of the type of home that would have been sniffed at 20 years ago. It would have had 3 strikes against it: It needs a lot of work, it's in the flats, and it's less than a block … [Read more...] about Fixer-Upper in the Flats: the new gotta-have-it
Italianate Villa with Views
This gracious home, sited on almost one-quarter acre at a private cu-de-sac, overlooks a beautiful valley and rolling hills. Soaring interior spaces, with an open floor plan and cathedral ceilings, create a feeling of expansive airiness. Modern … [Read more...] about Italianate Villa with Views
All-Around Resource List
This list is compiled of tradespeople I know and trust, as well as those highly recommended to me by others. Please feel free to send me your feedback about anyone on the list, so I can keep it up to date. Appliances, New Home … [Read more...] about All-Around Resource List
New review: “She did not recommend that we list…”
Video: An industry insider reviews Holly Rose
It takes one to know one! This review is especially meaningful to me, because it comes from somebody within the real estate industry, who has first-hand knowledge of what really happens behind the scenes. … [Read more...] about Video: An industry insider reviews Holly Rose
Hello, I’m Holly Rose. I help people buy and sell homes in the East Bay. I specialize in fine old homes with interesting or historically significant architecture.