One more reason why it's smart to invest in Berkeley real estate: The city review website Niche recently ranked America’s best cities to live in, based on crime statistics, public schools, cost of living, job opportunities and local amenities. … [Read more...] about Berkeley ranked #8: Best places to live
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At last! A truly large home in Albany
When the City of Albany was developed in the early 1900's, larger, more expensive homes were being built high up in the hills, while smaller, more affordable homes were built in the "flats." Few would have guessed that one hundred years later, … [Read more...] about At last! A truly large home in Albany
Holly Rose named to board of The Fountain at the Circle
I am delighted to join with other members of our community in the continuing support of our treasured local landmarks. You can find more about the history of the fountain and walk, the work of Friends of the Fountain and Walk (FOFW), and how you … [Read more...] about Holly Rose named to board of The Fountain at the Circle
Classic Craftsman in Adams Point
This spacious, sunny home is located in one of the East Bay’s most sought-after neighborhoods, just blocks from Lake Merritt and the shopping districts of Grand Lake, Lakeshore, and Piedmont Avenue. With many unspoiled, iconic Craftsman architectural … [Read more...] about Classic Craftsman in Adams Point
A Unicorn in Rockridge
These days, finding a home to buy in Lower Rockridge is extremely challenging, given that the coveted neighborhood around College Ave spans only a certain number of blocks, and once you are there, you never want to leave. Finding a home in the … [Read more...] about A Unicorn in Rockridge
Restored Architectural Gem in NOBE
The “NOBE” neighborhood, at the confluence of the North Oakland/Berkeley/Emeryville borders, is the hottest new area in the East Bay, and fast becoming a magnet for homebuyers seeking a vibrant cultural environment, fine old architecture, warm … [Read more...] about Restored Architectural Gem in NOBE
Berkeley Urban Farm
From the street, 2768 Shasta Road appears to be a lovely, classic Berkeley home – and it is. But walk through the home to the rear, and you will discover a private backyard paradise, with an organic urban farm tucked into more than 1/3 acre on the … [Read more...] about Berkeley Urban Farm
Berkeley Rentals
Oh, if only I had a dime for every phone call I get from a hopeful tenants asking if I can help them get a rental Berkeley! The fact is, I can't help -- that is, as a Realtor I don't have access to a centralized database of homes for … [Read more...] about Berkeley Rentals
Holly Rose listing picked up by CurbedSF
The right marketing strategy means viral exposure across the bay and around the world. I listed this property for $795,000, and sold it for $1.23M -- more than double the amount predicted to the Seller by another agent competing for the … [Read more...] about Holly Rose listing picked up by CurbedSF
The “Catio”
When I took a welding class at The Crucible, my first project was to design and build a cat-landing, at the same elevation as my raised floor diaphragm, that would allow me to install a cat door directly into the exterior wall of my … [Read more...] about The “Catio”
The “Open Concept” in a modern Shingle style home
In architectural design, “Open Concept” refers to the absence of barriers such as walls and doors that traditionally separate distinct functional areas. In local real estate lingo, buyers get very excited about the phrase “open floor plan,” which … [Read more...] about The “Open Concept” in a modern Shingle style home
“Eichleresque” Mid-Century home overlooking a neighborhood park
From the Bauhaus movement in the early 1900s, the concept of “form follows function” evolved into Midcentury Modern architecture, and was fully realized by Joseph Eichler’s many projects in the Bay Area. The design of this vintage 1950 home … [Read more...] about “Eichleresque” Mid-Century home overlooking a neighborhood park