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LUXURY LIVING SPACES & SPECIALISTS

SEE PAGE 5 U N B E L I E VA B L E O R I N D A V I E W S F R O M A E U R O P E A N C L A S S I C Presented By Ann Newton Cane, Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty DIRECT MAILED TO LUXURY HOME OWNERS, BUYERS, AND SELLERS ACROSS THE SF BAY AREA PUBLISHED BY HOMEFOLIO® | HOMEFOLIOMEDIA.COM

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MARY PISCITELLI 925-765-9095

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877 SOLANA DRIVE, LAFAYETTE | 877SOLANA.COM 4 BR | 3 BA | 2,525 SQFT | 0.38 ACRES Tom Rochford DRE #01127257 925-285-0436 rochford@pacbell.net

www.luxuryhomeso-lamorinda.com

Brian Rochford DRE #01470068 925-285-0439 brian@tom-rochford.com 3

JULIE ANN believes that a thorough understanding of her clients’ needs is an essential component of her success in residential real estate sales. She understands that each transaction is unique and maintains clear communication with her clients throughout the entire buying or selling process, ensuring that they have the information necessary to make informed decisions that work towards their goals each step of the way. Her extensive knowledge of the market, keen negotiation skills and her attention to detail enable her to create a successful and smooth transaction for each of her clients. She is a high-energy, results-oriented professional backed by a dynamic team of industry leaders and the power of an iconic global brand. Dedicated to helping her clients achieve their dreams, Julie Ann’s track record of success and past client loyalty speaks volumes. One network that delivers the highest standard of service designed to elevate you! Extraordinary service delivered to every client. Our promise is to guide every home seller and buyer with knowledge, grace and compassion. Each of us specializes in an area of real estate, bringing a level of experience and knowledge. Providing our clients with an unparalleled level of excellence. No one compares.

Julie Ann Poppi Top Producer | Realtor®

925.683.0134 c ja.poppi@ggsir.com homeswithjulieann.com Each Office Is Independently Owned And Operated. Lic.# 01246956

COVER HOME

CALL ME FOR A PRIVATE VIEWING Ann Newton Cane 415.999.0253 c a.newtoncane@ggsir.com annnewtoncane.com Lic.# 02084093 Each Franchise Is Independently Owned And Operated.

Exquisite Secluded Happy Valley Estate on 4 Acres

3 Wellesley Court, Lafayette | $3,875,000 This elegant contemporary designed estate has panoramic views of the Lafayette reservoir across the valley. This private and serene location is at the top of the Happy Valley Neighborhood above the Orinda Downs. Level entry with plenty of parking this residence features many flat areas for play, some fenced for dogs! A detached full in law unit adjacent to the garage complete with electric car charging outlets. The home flows to three levels of satin finished Ipe decks to enjoy the beauty of the surroundings. The primary suite includes a huge walk- in closet and doors to fold open to the view and deck. There are two family rooms, a double office and a chef’s arts and crafts kitchen perfect for entertaining. The home is one block from an unmapped entrance to the Briones trail network. The property features solar and two air conditioning systems.

Please view the virtual tour to appreciate this magnificent home and setting. www.3wellesley.com

LAURA ABRAMS laura@lauraabrams.com www.lauraabrams.com 510.697.3225 CalBRE # 01272382 6

Recognition as one of America’s Best Real Estate Professionals by Real Trends and Tom Ferry. Ranked among the top 1% of 1.4 million real estate professionals in the United States!

Celebrating 22 years with Coldwell Banker, Orinda. A Trusted Partnership Local Expertise with Global Connections.

COMING SOON

1284 Shell Circle, Clayton | Offered at $750,000 ULTRA-CHIC TOWNHOME WITH GOLF COURSE VIEWS! This stylish 3BR/3BA, 1,709 sq. ft. townhome is a gem! The back yard feels huge with the expansive views of the golf course. The kitchen was remodeled in 2019 with top-of-the-line European style cabinets, quartz counters and stainless appliances. This uber-cool home is equipped to the nines with wine fridge, hybrid water heater for ZERO energy consumption, water softener, keyless entry system, NEST system and owned solar panels! The PG&E bills are lower than you can imagine! If you’re looking for a spacious home with great schools or want to down-size to a beautiful neighborhood, this is it! It’s an excellent value!

Contact Soraya for details. If you have questions about this crazy market or would like to know the current value of your home, call me! It’s a sellers market!

Soraya Golesorkhi 925.808.8390 sg@soraya4homes.com soraya4homes.com DRE #01771736

COLDWELL BANKER | 5 Moraga Way, Orinda 7

Ahern Real Estate Group

We are honored to be recognized in WSJ Real Trends America’s Best Real Estate Professionals List

Ranked Top 1.5% of All Agents and Teams Nationwide Our team has represented over 70 satisfied Buyers and Sellers YTD …and the year is only halfway through Contact Us Today for a Personalized and Dedicated Buying & Selling Experience!

Jon Ahern

Real Estate Broker 925.838.9999 jon@ahernregroup.com DRE 01169357

Camille Ahern, CLHMS Real Estate Professional 925.963.0068 camille@ahernregroup.com DRE 01865464

2021

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Exclusive Listings Coming Soon

Coming Soon

17 Waterloo Pl, Moraga | Offered at $1,949,000

3121 Hackney Lane, Walnut Creek | Price Upon Request

4 Beds 2 Baths 2,791± SqFt .93 ± Acres

4 Beds 2 Baths 1,791± SqFt

Rare single level home with views of the Moraga Valley sets on almost a full acre on a private cul-de-sac in highly sought after Rheem Valley Manor.

Coming Soon

Spacious Walnut Creek codo with Amazing amenities that includes an equestrian facility where you can board your horses for an additional fee. Don’t miss out.

Just Listed

1317 Stanley Dollar Dr. #4 Walnut Creek | Price Upon Request

3631 Chucker Ct, Walnut Creek | Offered at $1,249,000

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,157± SqFt

4 Beds 2.5 Baths 1,837± SqFt 0.14 ± Acres

Compelling opportunity at a fabulous price in renowned Rossmoor community. Lower level unit awaiting your design and vision!

Fabulous home situated on a quiet cul-de-sac features a bright, open floor-plan and sizeable lot with an enormous yet private backyard.

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130 Richard Lane, Walnut Creek | Offered at $2,199,000

973 Dee Court, Walnut Creek | Sold for $1,476,000

4 Beds 3 Baths 3,298± SqFt .85 ± Acres

4 Beds 2.5 Baths 2,300± SqFt .09 ± Acres

Single level home sets back on a private lane containing a vast lot with a whimsical setting full of mature trees, pool and space galore!

Charming cul de sac location with vaulted ceilings and lots of windows with a light and bright floorplan.

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Coldwell Banker Realty is a real estate broker licensed by the State of California and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. License Number 01908304. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of real estate brokerage.

Pleasant Hill Sunset and Treetop Views!

Gorgeous Single Story in Walnut Creek

Looking for a new home this year?

Give me a call to see what other listings I have that are not on the market yet. Thinking of selling your home? Let’s discuss the options and services I can provide.

2021 may be your to move!

Leslie K. Mills (925) 683-0925

www.LeslieKMills.com | Leslie@LeslieKMills.com

Top 100 Coldwell Banker SF Bay Area Region • SRES® International President’s Circle

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3 bdrm | 2 baths | 2,002 SF | 13,000 SF Lot Fully Remodeled Single Story | Pool & Spa Sold for $2,200,000

JUST SOLD $191K OVER ASKING!

JUST SOLD $126K OVER ASKING!

JUST SOLD $405K OVER ASKING! 9 Sorrento Court, Westside Danville

588 Silver Lake Drive, Danville

2 bdrm | 2 baths | 1,636 SF | 3,360 SF Lot Remodeled Masterpiece | Corner lot on Golf Course Sold for $1,375,000

48 Dos Rios Court, San Ramon

Service & Results You Deserve

Jeff Snell ~ Your Real Estate Resource 3485 S. Silver Springs Road, Lafayette

2664 West Newell Avenue, Walnut Creek

4 Beds | 2 Baths | 2449 SqFt | .53 Acres

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Fabulous Location Near Downtown Lafayette

Fabulous location near downtown Lafayette with large flat yard plus spacious and charming home make this a once in a life-time opportunity. The luxurious yard is extremely private and offers resort-like living with brick walkway, basketball/sport court, fun playhouse or gardening shed plus soaring ancient oak.

$1,995,000 www.3485SilverSprings.com

(925) 765-8700 Jeff@JeffSnell.com DRE#01333422

Coming Soon In Saranap With Lafayette Schools!

Light and Bright Saranap Charmer with Lafayette Schools! Updated and expanded home features hardwood floors, recessed lights, inside laundry and more… Remodeled kitchen with breakfast nook and door to deck and amazing backyard with artificial turf. Updated bathroom w/ Carrara marble & shower over tub.

$1,750,000 www.2664WestNewell.com

(925) 683-2600 Lynda@LyndaSnell.com DRE#00700106

villageassociates.com | @villageassociates | 925.254.0505 | It’s Village. Of Course. DRE# 01301392

The choice is simple.

Village. Of Course. #1 Real Estate Brokerage in Lamorinda | villageassociates.com | @villageassociates | 925.254.0505 DRE# 01301392

From listings to sold, there’s LOTS TO LOVE IN LAMORINDA

I love helping my buyers and sellers find the right fit.

For me, 2021 has been a record breaking year with nearly $70 million in sold transactions so far and more to come!

Contact me to learn more about the 3 listings I have coming soon!

Amy Rose Smith Village Associates 925.212.3897 amy@amyrosesmith.com www.amyrosesmith.com CalBRE: #01855959

FINDING THE Right FIT

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It’s Village. Of Course.

925.254.0505 | It’s Village. Of Course.

OVER THE MOON FOR THIS ORINDA BEAUTY

172 Lombardy Lane

$1,395,000 3BEDS

2BATHS

1,660SQFT

Very cool 120 sq ft outdoor studio at this charming home in the heart of Sleepy Hollow! 925.980.3829

DRE# 01885058

Shannon@ShannonConner.com ShannonConner.com

Villageassociates.com 925.254.0505

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Welcome Home!

48 Oak Road, Orinda | Offered at $2,295,000 3 + Bedrooms | 3 Baths | 3594 SqFt | .60 Acre Lot www.48and58OakRoad.com

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3943 High Street, Oakland | Offered at $2,595,000 5 Bedrooms | 3.5 Bath | 3028 SqFt | .50 Acre Lot

JUS

3943 High Street, Oakland | Offered at $825,000 2 Bedrooms | 1 Bath | 929 SqFt | .09 Acre Lot

JUS

5 Wanflete Court, Orinda | Offered at $1,295,000 4 Bedrooms | 2 Baths | 1636 SqFt | .24 Acre Lot

Ann Sharf

Office: 925.253.2525 Mobile: 925.200.0222 Email: ann@annsharf.com Web: www.annsharf.com DRE# 01156966

villageassociates.com | @villageassociates | 925.254.0505 | It’s Village. Of Course. DRE# 01301392

Just Listed

5 Black Forest Court, Lafayette Stylish And Sophisticated

4 Bedrooms + Office 3 Baths STUNNING UPDATES PICTURESQUE PRIVATE LANE

2931 Sq Ft*

.28 Acre*

DESIGNER FEATURES SUPERB CLOSE-IN LOCATION

TOP RATED LAFAYETTE SCHOOLS – HAPPY VALLEY ELEMENTARY CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN, LAFAYETTE RESERVOIR & COMMUTE ACCESS

Beautifully appointed home showcasing luxurious living. All updated, stylish designer features throughout, state of the art center isle kitchen. Attention to detail in every space. Sun drenched and naturally light with high vaulted ceilings, numerous skylights, and walls of glass doors and expansive windows, it’s the perfect home for today’s California living, and it’s move-in ready. Exterior landscaping just beautifully updated by Garden Lights, includes new extensive wrap around decking, play areas, putting green, lovely firepit and multiple seating areas which capture the woodland views and provide the perfect venue for al fresco dining, entertaining and family fun.

Ashley Battersby

Linda Ehrich

(925) 323-9955 DRE# 01407784 ashley@ashleybattersby.com @ashleybattersbyhome www.ashleybattersby.com

(925) 698-1452 DRE# 01330298 linda@lindaehrich.com @lamorindalinda www.lindaehrich.com

*per public records

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D U D U M R E A L E S TAT E G R O U P IS DELIGHTED TO ANNOUNCE WE HAVE BEEN AWARDED

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JULIE DEL SANTO

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What an honor! Congratulations to our hard working agents and staff who honor our vision of being the best every day! We are beyond proud!

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SOLD

3383 Rancho Road, Lafayette Sold for $3,115,000 Represented Buyers

PENDING

5 Lavina Court, Orinda Offered at $1,195,000 5LavinaCourt.com

PENDING

113 Rheem Boulevard, Orinda Offered at $1,749,000 113RheemBlvd.com

Lisa Brydon & Kristi Ives 925.285.8336 bi@brydonivesteam.com brydonivesteam.com DRE 01408025 | 01367466

Compass is a real estate broker licensed by the State of California and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. License Number 01527235. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of real estate brokerage.

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Erin Martin

925.951.3817 Erin@MartinHomesTeam.com CalBRE#01922810

Darrick Martin

925.900.8218 Darrick@MartinHomesTeam.com CalBRE#02006564

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Thank You TO OUR COMMUNIT Y

Our first annual book drive for Mission Elementary School in Antioch was a huge success, with hundreds of book donations and classroom supplies including everything from paper to pencils, to scissors and masks. Thank you for your incredible support, and your help in making this new school year bright for these students and teachers.

925.890.7807 | ﬁnola.fellner@compass.com DRE 01428834 | ﬁnolafellner.com 23

RELOCATION

79 Sanders Ranch Rd | Moraga 50 Merrill Circle | Moraga

4 BD | 3 BA | 2839 SQ FT | 3 car garage | $2,350,000 Amazing single-level house with a "resort-style" backyard! Recently remodeled home with a comfortable & open floor-plan perfect for indoor/outdoor entertainment. Kitchen features quartz counter-tops, high-end appliances and nice breakfast area. Generous family room with fireplace, built-in cabinets and direct access to the backyard. Primary bathroom with 'zen' finishes. Backyard features a pool with waterfalls, outdoor kitchen, firepit, expansive lawn and spacious patio. 79SandersRanchRd.com

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4 BD | 3.5 BA | 4219 SQ FT | 3 car garage | $2,750,000 Elegant estate property with great views. Generous floor-plan with high ceilings, great flow and plenty of space for living, playing and working. Living room with large windows, fireplace and access to the backyard. Full bedroom suite and beautiful paneled office with own entry on the main level. Spacious primary suite with a fireplace and views. Lovely grounds with 2 lawns, built in BBQ and meandering paths. 50MerrillCircle.com

Reach out today for a tour of these beautiful homes!

Elena Hood 925.254.3030 Elena@Orinda.com DRE 1221247

Compass is a real estate broker licensed by the State of California and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. License Number 01527235. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only and is compiled from sources deemed reliable but has not been verified. Changes in price, condition, sale or withdrawal may be made without notice. No statement is made as to accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footage are approximate.

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JUST LISTED | 278 Deerfield Drive, Moraga 4 Bed | 2 Bath | 2,350± Sq Ft | $1,595,000 | 278DeerfieldDrive.com Beautifully updated single story home in the heart of the peaceful Camino Woods neighborhood. Light, bright and open floor plan, fabulous kitchen/family ‘great room’, huge living room and formal dining, spacious bedrooms and great yard with a peek of the hills. Close to top schools, endless trails & so much more!

OTHER PROPERTIES PENDING | 2975 Rohrer Drive, Lafayette 4 Bed | 2.5 Bath | 4,110± Sq Ft $2,750,000 | 2975RohrerDrive.com

SOLD | 106 Copper Ridge Rd., San Ramon 2 Bed | 2.5 Bath | 1,314± Sq Ft $725,000 | 106CopperRidgeRoad.com

ACTIVE | 1859 Wren Lane, Concord 4 Bed | 2 Bath | 1,658 Sq Ft $799,000 | 1859WrenLane.com

Make Your Move. TRACY PISENTI 925.487.4436 | DRE 01510991 tracy.pisenti@compass.com | tracypisenti.com Compass is a real estate broker licensed by the State of California and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. License Number 01527235. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only and is compiled from sources deemed reliable but has not been verified. Changes in price, condition, sale or withdrawal may be made without notice. No statement is made as to accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footage are approximate.

Rita Dhillon Team Rita Dhillon

Tim Dhillon

Khush Kermanizadeh

925.570.1010 rita.dhillon@compass.com DRE 01109990

925.570.0418 tim.dhillon@compass.com DRE 01521381

925.577.3422 khush@compass.com DRE 01480990

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JUST LISTED

PENDING

2070 Shell Ridge Trail, Walnut Creek

575 Pine Creek Road, Walnut Creek

JUST SOLD

90 Orchard Estates Lane, Walnut Creek

460 Silver Hollow Drive, Walnut Creek

JUST SOLD

2515 Tamworth Lane, San Ramon

3528 Eris Court, Walnut Creek

Compass is a licensed real estate broker in California and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of real estate brokerage.

A+ Summertime Sales…

1075 Upper Happy Valley Rd, Lafayette

1889 Burl Hollow Ct Walnut Creek

Sold for $1,500,000

Listed for $2,250,000 | Sold for $2470,000

24 Whitehall Drive, Orinda Listed for $1,495,000 | Sold for $1,876,000 “From the moment I met Antonia and her team, I knew we had made the right choice to represent the sale of our home. Passionate, charismatic and a true professional, Antonia devised a thorough plan of action which ended up selling the house over the asking price. The team consistently kept us informed, and up to date on all transactions and items we needed to complete. The team’s experience showed in every aspect of the sale. Plus… they’re just really cool people!” - Alan W.

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AVAILABLE

1836 Newell Avenue, Walnut Creek Listed at $1,489,000 In the heart of Parkmead, this specious 4 bedroom, 3 bath home is super close to grades K-12 of top Walnut Creek schools and downtown Walnut Creek. With approx. 3150 SF, you’ll enjoy 2 spacious living rooms, raised ceilings, expansive windows and a large, level and private rear yard.

Antonia Quanstrom

925.407.6299 antonia@teamantonia.com DRE 01313450

Sharon Vanni

925.212.4634 sharon@teamantonia.com DRE 02065687

Emily Howard

925.408.1871 emily@teamantonia.com DRE 01938441

TeamAntonia.com

Nicole Smith

925.588.5167 nicole@teamantonia.com DRE 02033473 31

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