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Classic, Stunning Bungalow
2609 68TH AVE, OAKLAND, CA 94605
2 BED / 1 BATH / 824 SQFT. / $509,000
A classic, stunning bungalow features 2 beds and 1 bath with an attached garage. As you enter, the home welcomes you with a warm, airy ambiance accentuated by natural lighting. The living room, a cozy retreat, features large windows- perfect for relaxed evenings. The heart of this home, the kitchen, is a culinary delight boasting sleek white cabinetry, Quartz counters, a practical breakfast bar with bar-top seating, tiled backsplash, stainless appliances and an open layout that seamlessly connects to the main living area. A spacious backyard to let your imagination run wild- al fresco dining, urban gardening or entertaining awaits! Enjoy the tranquility of nearby Joaquin Miller Park, offering ample greenspace for outdoor activities and relaxation. For those who travel frequently, Oakland Airport is a mere 10-minute drive, adding an extra layer of accessibility to this already wellconnected location.
Charming Home with Modern Upgrades
1292 61ST AVENUE, OAKLAND, CA 94621
2 BED / 1 BATH / 920 SQFT. / $399,000
Welcome home to this charming space! Open living & dining areas flow into a well-appointed kitchen with ample storage and granite counters. Remodeled bathroom features a full-sized shower. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout create a warm ambiance. Newer windows, paint, and fixtures enhance the sunfilled atmosphere. Converted garage and basement offer additional income or family space. Generous living area boasts natural light and cozy fireplace. Multi-generational home potential. Easy access to transit, schools, dining, and highways. Eligible for Community Lending Program Discounts!
PATRICK McCARRAN
$698,800
WELCOME TO THIS RECENTLY UPDATED SINGLESTORY boasting a fresh and vibrant tone throughout its 1650 sq. ft. The freshly painted interior creates a bright and welcoming atmosphere, emphasizing the spaciousness of the 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and living areas. Newly installed laminate flooring throughout gives the home a bright and airy feel. The kitchen, featuring crisp freshly painted cabinets, new dishwasher, cooktop & hood. Nestled in a desirable location, this one-story gem is a testament to modern living. Embrace the comfort and convenience of this home. Courtesy of Carole Thoresen
WHAT OTHERS HAVE TO SAY ABOUT ME
Doreen is a consummate professional. She thoroughly knows her business and communicates well with her clients. We appreciate her attention to detail and friendly approach when interacting with us. We would definitely use her again and would highly recommend her to our family and friends.
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Doreen is an awesome agent and anticipates every need and want. We were given advice that resulted in an immediate and above market price sale. I would use Doreen a thousand times over if possible. Her positivity and outlook on life is extremely contagious. Her professionalism is above and beyond approach.
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Doreen is the only agent I ever intend to work with. She is experienced, knowledgeable, thorough and highly professional. I cannot speak highly enough about the amazing level of her service.
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BRENTWOOD LIVING AT ITS FINEST!
4 + bedrooms, 3 full baths, extensive hardwood floors, fully remodeled Gourmet kitchen w/Carrera marble counters, 9ft. custom island w/sink, disposal & micro, custom shaker cabinetry w/pullout drawers, Franke farmhouse sink, counter to ceiling custom tile backsplash, built-in fridge/freezer, Thermador 6 burner commercial gas range & dishwasher, pot filler, walk-in pantry & appliance pantry w/pull out shelves. Home has 4 bdrms PLUS bonus room, 3 full baths freshly painted interior, new 6” baseboards, family room w/mounted 65” smart TV w/6 channel home theater system included, tankless commercial hot water heater, tankless water softener & instant hot water regulator. Resort style backyard w/stamped concrete, multiple covered & uncovered sitting/dining areas, sparkling Gunite pool w/new equipment, Bull Frog spa in commercial glass enclosed room, covered outdoor kitchen w/slate tile surround, bar, custom lighting, top of line Viking BBQ, 2 side burners, warming oven, sink and fridge, lg pool shed, custom landscaped/drip system, lg gated play area w/artificial turf, great for dogs too. 42’ of RV parking plus expanded 3rd driveway, front patio w/ stamped concrete. Across from Marsh Creek/trail, no front neighbors, near schools, shops & fwy access.
ASKING $985,000
Assumable 3% Fixed Rate FHA Loan. This property also qualifies for USDA Rural Development 100% Financing for Moderate-Income. Interested in more info? Text or emails "USDA" or "Assumable Loan" to 925-325-2170 or Virginia@BuySellRent925.com This is your opportunity to own & live in The Lakes of Discovery Bay!
This desirable single-story offers 3 bedroom plus office, 2 baths and is just over 1800 sq ft. The spacious office is located away from bedrooms making it ideal for work-from-home, studying or guest bedroom. The Lakes is a gated community with several man-made lakes, parks and recreational trails. Listed at $685,000
and 2 car garage
located in a desirable neighborhood, close to shopping, dining, schools and public transportation. The A/C and heating unit is only 1 year old. Fresh interior paint. New LVP flooring. Call us for details.
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BEST AGENT I COULD HAVE ASKED FOR!
Jody was amazing as an agent not only that but she is just a great person. She was incredibly helpful and patient throughout the whole process. It was my first time buying a house and there was a lot I didn’t know. She explained everything in great detail and made sure I was comfortable with every decision and offer. I never once felt pressured or rushed. I honestly can’t thank Jody enough for everything she did to help make this happen. If you want the best realtor, trust me Jody is the one. Jeremy C Verified By Rate My Agent
THANK YOU JODY!
Jody was very knowledgeable, it was apparent immediately that she had a wealth of experience. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy a home. We couldn’t have had a better agent to walk us through the home buying process!
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Jody and her team are absolutely amazing. I didn’t think I could do this but they worked hard and made it happen. I highly recommend her for all your needs.
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Considering a career in Real Estate? Call Me! Maggie
Hurtado Realtor/Owner Partner
170 Main Street, Suite C, Oakley, CA 94561 weichert@hhandassociates.com • www.weicherthhcom
September 1, 2024
Hello Steve, I would like to Thank You Personally for going above and beyond what I expected, I thought I was putting my Real Estate inventory in a magazine, to help my listings get exposure to people outside my general area and help them sell, but Little did I know that I would be receiving much more! My homes are everywhere and so am I, and the calls never stop! I Had no Idea that The Real Estate Guide also has a website! When I went online and typed My Name into a search engine…..BAM! My homes POP up and so do I! Google, Trulia, Yahoo, Zillow and even Facebook…WOW….. I have paid big money in the past for this kind of Web presence and exposure and it has never come close to being this Great! From past experiences I knew your customer service was great and I appreciate that, but to back that up with such a wonderful product……. in my opinion…….. is above and beyond!
Thank You so Much …..Maggie Hurtado!
Augustus Asuncion DRE#01713767 925-433-1880
DRE#01733171 925-565-7633
925-849-0446
LINCOLN $650,000
BEAUTIFUL DEL WEBB - SUN CITY SENIOR COMMUNITY
Single story home with extended garage. 2 bedroom, 2 bath and an open den. New carpeting in the rooms. Imagine golf, indoor and outdoor swimming, pickle ball, baseball, tennis courts, spa, gym and restaurant amenities and more.
BRENTWOOD $688,000
COZY 3 bedroom, 2 baths home in Brentwood Hills. Recently painted exterior. Open floor plan with beautiful tile flooring in main living areas. Ring system and appliances, refrigerator along with washer and dryer included. No HOA. Excellent location between Shadow Lakes & San Jose Ave. Close to shopping and schools. Near HWY 4 and Heritage High school. Includes Bose speaker system.
OAKLEY: 4 bedroom, 2 bath single story located in Oakley. Approximate 1713 sq ft. Large cemented side yard with drive through garage for backyard access. Convenient location, easy access to the delta.
ANTIOCH: Located in a great court. 3 bedroom, 2½ bath, 2278 sq ft.
Newly remodeled: New white quartz counters, sinks & faucets in kitchen & bar. New interior paint. New flooring, both laminate and carpet. New irrigation and courtyard landscaping. New water heater. Large primary suite with big walk-in closet, dual sinks & dual headed shower. Listed for only $689,000
Prepare yourself to fall in love with this beautiful Brentwood jewel located in the desirable Meridian Point neighborhood. You'll be captivated by sophistication and charm as you enter the formal living and dining room, perfect for entertaining on special occasions. The heart of the home lies in the exquisite kitchen, complete with large extended granite island, upgraded cabinetry, top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances and an abundance of storage. Pool, spa and rock waterfall. 4 bedrooms • 3 baths • 2627 sq ft •$949,000
JUST ANOTHER DAY IN PARADISE! If you're looking for a home that looks and feels like you're on vacation everyday, look no further. A true Entertainer's Paradise! This former Model has it all from custom molding and trim, built-in cabinetry, hardwood flooring, to an elegant spiral staircase. For the master chef, top of the line kitchen appliances including a Wolf stove with 8 burners, 4 ovens, a sub-zero built-in refrigerator, and a built-in wine refrigerator. This open floorplan offers so much versatility for entertaining, dining, or just relaxing. 2 sets of French doors lead you to the backyard oasis where you'll find a covered patio, the perfect space for watching a ball game with friends. And then there is the custom resort style swimming pool and spa complete with rock boulders and waterfalls. You'll be surrounded by palm trees and lush greenery and all the peaceful sounds of nature. Cozy up in the winter with 4 gorgeous, stone fireplaces. Once upstairs, you'll find a generous bonus room ideal for a second family room or game room. Two additional bedrooms and the exquisite, grand, primary suite awaits with a private balcony and separate office or leisure space. All this and OWNED Solar to curb your energy costs. Schedule a showing today. This one won't last!
Features Include:
• Highly desirable, quiet cul-de-sac location ~ offering privacy, low traffic, and beautiful Oak trees ~ a wonderful family location
• Single story design has been greatly improved
• Lovely maple floors throughout most of home, fresh carpet in two bedrooms.
• Large detached garage offers many opportunities for your family’s needs. Workshop, fantastic storage area, or reinvent to your liking. If you would like an ADU this is the place for you.
• Existing garage and long driveway could be a blank canvas for you to reinvent, all while living in the home.
• Spacious back yard, surrounded by mature trees is textbook Alamo. The storybook cottage in the corner could be magical for your children’s playhouse, or a potting shed, she-shed, man cave ............ get creative!
OFFERED FOR $2,095,000
3600 Byer Rd. 94514
Just Listed!
30 Acres | Listed $6,800,00
Situated in CCC wine country, 120 Olive trees. 5 Ensuite Bedrooms with private baths, 7.5 Baths , 7,723 Sq. Ft. In-Home Theater, 20foot plus ceilings, 35 car garage. 23,000 sq ft under roof including contiguous garages, office, gym, sports court, accessory dwelling, outdoor seating area and outdoor kitchen and bar.
79 Pastor Lane Knightsen, CA 94548 10 Acres | $1,790,000
Nicest equestrian facility in Contra Costa County, great home on private lane with 10 acres, unobstructed views of Mt. Diablo. 2 MD barns, 1 shedrow, 1 raised breezeway, 16 stalls, 80x120 covered arena, welded pipe outdoor arena, round pen, irrigated pastures.
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12190 Walmort Rd. Wilton, Ca 95693 Calling all pilots and luxury home seekers! Discover your dream estate on a private airstrip—where elegance meets adventure. Craftsman-style home, impeccably remodeled w/chic, modern touches, offers the ultimate in sophisticated living. The property includes a stylish guest house, a state-of-theart horse barn with paddock and arena, and picturesque landscaping spread across 6 acres. Your very own hangar and runway, making this the perfect retreat or family compound for those who live life without limits. Don't miss this rare opportunity!
110 Old Oak Ct. Oakley, Ca 94561 Listed $1,299,000
Charming 3-bed, 3-bath home on nearly 1 acre with a 1,500 sq. ft. second residence.
private decks, a modern kitchen with quartz countertops, new flooring, a 2024 HVAC system, and a new roof. Enjoy the community pool, low HOA fees, and proximity to the Yacht Club and Marina. A perfect getaway or investment, Don't miss out!
Features include a modern kitchen, inground pool, custom BBQ island, and ample parking. Renovated with a new roof, this property offers serene living in a top school district— perfect for family and entertaining.
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1. Magazine readership has increased over the last 5 years in the United States.
2. 93% of all American adults read magazines regularly.
3. Magazines usually stay in homes and offices for weeks and months (with ads being looked at again and again) while internet ads can disappear into cyberspace in the blink of an eye.
4. Reading a magazine remains a uniquely intimate and immersive experience.
5. Not only is magazine readership up, but readers spend an average of 43 minutes per use.
6. Further, those 43 minutes of attention are typically undivided. Magazines and magazine ads garner the most attention: BIGresearch studies show that when consumers read magazines they are much like to engage with other media or to take part in non-media activities compared to the users of TV, radio or the Internet.
7. Magazines delivers more ad impressions that TV or Web in each half-hour period.
8. Magazine readership in the 18 to 34 segment is growing.
9. Magazines are the No. 1 medium of engagement - across all dimensions measured. Simmons' Multi-Media Engagement Study finds magazines continue to score significantly higher than TV or the Internet in ad receptivity and all of the other engagement dimensions, including "trustworthy" and "inspirational".
10. Magazines outperform other media in driving positive shifts in purchase consideration/intent.
11. Magazines rank No. 1 at influencing consumers to start a search online - higher than newer media options.
12. Magazines reach specific audiences. The only people who pick up this Real Estate magazine are people interested in real estate(buying, selling, etc.).
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THINGS MAY BE CHANGING! (THIS TIME FOR THE GOOD!)
Up until the end of July, it was difficult to find anyone that thought that home affordability was ever to be available again. This was also heard during the 2008-2010 real estate crash when far too many people lost their homes for several reasons. Up until the end of July, prices were high and remaining so, mortgage interest rates were also high, availability of properties for sale was terribly low,…..or so we have been told. People looking for homes of any type had given up the search and attitude were. This may still be what many people feel today.
Like a tornado ripping across the fields, several things have changed and in a very big way.
Inventories of existing homes for sale have reached numbers that have not seen these levels since late 2020.
Interest rates overall have decreased dramatically starting last Friday (August 2) and continue to show weakness.
The diatribe of home affordability has been quieted if not completely silenced.
So how should a prospective home buyer react? Sitting on the sidelines is probably not the correct thing to do. What follows should provide guidance for many. If this doesn’t apply to you, give me a call at 512-772-6293 so we can discuss some new possibilities for your acquisition of a new home.
First, update your credit approval with your mortgage loan officer. Even if you have one, updates now may save you from scrambling for it when things get busy.
Contact your realtor and discuss with them your needs and requirements. You may have already done this but during the searches of the past, things may have changed or been forgotten.
Once things are arranged begin searching for your home with an attitude of success. Know what features you absolutely need and those that would be nice but not essential; you could always add them later.
Retain this essential piece of information. Perfect is the enemy of good. Do not walk away or over shop for your new home. If it is nice for you, it may also be nice for someone else that has the ability to pull the trigger quickly. Delays in making offers of homes may be the most significant reason for not acceptance of your offer.
The recent but significant change in the market may last for a while or maybe not. This may be the most significant development in the past 4 years. I hope you can benefit from it!
John Case is a Broker Associate with Corcoran Icon Properties (CA) & Stanberry Realtors (TX) He has dealt with all aspects of Real Estate during his career and can answer any question that you may have regarding your home.
CalDRE Lic:00622378
He is also the editor of the East Contra County Real Estate Economic Report. He works with his wife Diana in Brentwood. They can be reached at 925-382-9771 or by email at johnacase@stanberry.com
The New Broker In Town
Hire Cathleen Griebling if you want someone who is knowledgeable, professional, and determined to getting your home sold. We can’t say enough good things about Cathleen. She knows her stuff. We hired Cathleen based on recommendations from family and friends who had used her in their real estate transactions. There is no doubt that we would hire her again in a heart beat to handle any future real estate needs. Whether your buying or selling, it is so important to have a knowledgeable real estate professional watching your back and negotiating the best terms for you. Thank you Cathleen Griebling. Robert T.
Cathleen is a true professional! She knows the business inside and out, works hard for her clients and follows through. We've had the pleasure to work with her on multiple occasions. Cathleen has helped us purchase 2 properties and sell 3 over the last 10 years. Even with the drastic ups and downs in the housing market over the last decade, she doesn't miss a beat. I can't recommend a more hardworking and trustworthy realtor.
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Cathleen Griebling is a true real estate professional. She knows her community, the market and the best way to sell or buy a home. She has the utmost integrity and will be completely honest with you about how the process works, what you should know and expect. She works well with others and you can trust that Cathleen will do whatever it takes to get your deal done. I highly recommend Cathleen Griebling and due to her hard work my house sold over the listing price in the midst of Covid-19
. Julie
By Patrick McCarran ~ Real Estate Broker
There is a major change coming in the real estate world that will completely reshape how buyers purchase their home. What will the settlement mean for homebuyers and homesellers?
Traditionally Owners have hired an agent to sell their property and negotiated a commission. By making it a percentage it gives the agent incentive to maximize the sales price, this is a very common practice with money management, talent agents, etc. The listing agent would then offer an offer of compensation from their commission to act as a finder’s fee and to broaden the scope and market of the property, this was the function of the MLS.
Starting in July 2024 this will no longer be allowed, due to a class action settlement with a private party and supported by the DOJ the selling agent will no longer be able to offer a finder’s fee on the MLS. The new system will shift agent compensation and place the Buyers on their own. This will give the Buyer the options of hiring a real estate agent, or a lawyer, or representing themselves. A written agreement will be required
for Realtor representation for both in-person and live virtual home tours. This currently only applies to Realtors but there is a state law in the legislature to apply to ALL real estate licensees. The Buyer will now be responsible for paying for their representation. There is as always no set price for representation and this will be up to the individual to negotiate.
Sellers will be allowed to pay for the Buyer’s agent if they choose by offering concessions on the MLS. The buyer can then choose to distribute the money according to their needs towards closing costs or Realtor fees. While listing commission fees have always been negotiable with the changing dynamic the fee structure will most likely change. As a Seller it will be up to you to negotiate what you wish to pay to sell your home and what will be the most advantageous. The Seller will decide if they wish to pay and how much to the Buyer’s agent. The Seller and their agent will need to work out if they are comfortable with their agent representing an unrepresented buyer and what the additional fee for the listing agent to represent the Buyer in that scenario.
While doing it yourself may sound like a great idea and instant savings, bypassing an
agent’s services may not lead to direct savings, especially for first time buyers, the home buying process can get very complicated and having a great local agent to negotiate and guide you can give you a competitive advantage.
Consumers will still be able to view Open Houses without a written agreement and may tour with the listing agent if the listing agent business practices allow. Buyer will have option to sign exclusive agreements or open agreement which will be up to the consumer and their Realtor. The Multiple Listing Service (MLS) will continue to be supported through Realtor dues and thereby imparting vital information to the consumer.
As we move forward into this brave new world of real estate, it will be different but ultimately I am confident that Consumers and Realtors will work together so that all parties may benefit.
Patrick McCarran is a local Realtor and Broker He can be contact by phone or text at (925) 899-5536, pmccarran@yahoo.com or www.CallPatrick.com. An independently owned and operated office. Equal Housing Opportunity.
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