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“High-tech meets history: Mother’s Cookies home in Oakland listed at $1.4 million”
-2311 7th Avenue, Oakland (The “Mother’s Cookies” home) is listed at $1.4 million.
A Realtor’s Guide to Great Property Websites
-What makes for an engaging and compelling property website? Read our newest blog post for tips & tricks for how making a great website.
Home of the Week: 1519 Trollman Avenue: Top-Down Remodel in San Mateo
-1519 Trollman Avenue, San Mateo is a beautiful top-down remodel located just blocks from the Bay Trail and Coyote Point for fitness, golf, and recreation. The just-completed transformation includes all new paint, inside and out, refinished hardwood floors, all new kitchen and bathrooms, recessed lighting and new landscaping.
“A Striking Cor-Ten Steel Home Seeks $3M in Sonoma”
-The “Triple Barn House,” 101 Adobe Way, Sonoma, has been featured on Dwell.com! This home is offered at $2,995,000.
Staged to Sell: A Virtual Transformation
-Our Virtual Staging and Virtual Renovation expert Loren talks about five recent virtual transformations he created.
Home of the Week: 2737 Mathews Street: Artistically Remodeled Berkeley Bungalow
-“Artistically remodeled bungalow features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, an office and a family room with French doors to a lovely, well-loved backyard garden.”
How to Upload to the MLS
-6 Harvard Circle, Berkeley has sold for 100% over asking price; listed originally at 1.15 million dollars, the home sold in March for 2.3 million.
Home of the Week: 2311 17th Avenue, Oakland: Ivy Hill Urban Oasis
-“Perched in the prime Ivy Hill neighborhood in Oakland, this one-of-a-kind architectural gem is close to everything that Oakland has to offer with its diversity, culture and eclectic feel. “
Home of the Week: 568 Palma Street, El Granada
-Listed at $1,895,000 by Danny Dimas, 568 Palma Street, El Granada has incredible ocean views, a remodeled kitchen, upgraded bathrooms, and is close to hiking, beaches, and shops and restaurants.
Then and Now: Mid-Century Oakland Hills Home
-We shot this Mid-Century Oakland Hills Home in 2019 and again in 2021. Click to see what’s changed – in the market and in the home.
Home of the Week: 6324 Inspiration Terrace: Custom-Built Pleasanton Home
-“Gorgeous, custom-built home with breathtaking views, situated on a cul-de-sac lot overlooking Callippe Golf Course. Tastefully designed with unique coved ceilings and fabulous finishes throughout, this 6-bedroom, 5.5-bath home is sure to amaze you as you enter each room.”
“Flintstone Home” in Hillsborough wins lawsuit
-Remember the “Flintstone House” we shot back in 2015? A lawsuit between Hillsborough and the home’s owner has been settled–and the outlandish, cartoon-themed home is here to stay.
Berkeley home sells for 100% over asking price
-6 Harvard Circle, Berkeley has sold for 100% over asking price; listed originally at 1.15 million dollars, the home sold in March for 2.3 million.
Home of the Week: 212 Mountain Avenue, Piedmont
-“Magnificent legacy property sited on over 1/3 of an acre in the heart of Piedmont. 212 Mountain Avenue features an elegant foyer with a grand staircase, light filled living room with paneled walls and oversized fireplace.”
Home of the Week: 21 Crest Road, Piedmont
-“Beautiful English Country style home in a coveted Piedmont location. Wonderful blend of 1920’s traditional elegance, impeccably updated for today’s lifestyle. Classic architectural features include hardwood floors throughout, a graceful staircase, beautiful mouldings, oversized fireplace, built-in bookcases, and French doors.”
Home of the Week: 1361 Regent Street, Alameda
-Nestled beneath two century-old heritage oaks in Alameda’s East End – just moments from Park Street – 1361 Regent is a splendid 3BD/2.5BA, 2384 sq ft Craftsman with bonus basement space including a full bath and private entrance.
A Realtor’s Guide to Social Media
-Success on Instagram (and other social media platforms) is actually NOT about posting content. While posting is an important part of attracting and keeping followers, the real trick to social media success is tagging relevant accounts and engaging through likes, saves, and comments.
San Francisco’s Feusier Octagon House House Has Hit The Market at $8.5 Million
-Check out this article featured on House Beautiful featuring San Francisco’s Feusier Octagon House that Open Homes Photography recently shot.
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