Berkeley — Albany — Kensington — El Cerrito — Oakland — Emeryville — Piedmont Real Estate Tour 25 Jan 2018
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Price Range: $1.4M + Above
List Price: $2,495,000
Bedrooms: 5
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/540-Gravatt-Dr-BERKELEY-CA-94705/40808307/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: Robert Nebolon designed sexy ultra-modern contemporary. Sunset’s Magazines 2016 Idea house. The home’s interior is a collection of fine details & artisan materials to provide warmth to its contemporary architecture. 5BR/4BA, elevator, wine cellar 5 decks w/BIG VIEWS. Berkeley mailing, Oakland taxes.
Sellers’ Representative: MATTHEW HEAFEY THE GRUBB COMPANY
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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683 Santa Barbara Rd BERKELEY, CA
Price Range: $1.4M + Above
List Price: $2,400,000
Bedrooms: 4
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/683-Santa-Barbara-Rd-BERKELEY-CA-94707/40808227/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: Set in its own large park, this magnificent John Hudson Thomas home has been thoughtfully updated and renovated by previous owners keeping the elegance and grandeur of a bygone era and adding functionality and modern touches. The spacious living room basks in sunlight from the bay windows while making the fireplace area a cozy setting. The formal dining room has china cabinets and adopts well to grand dinners or family gatherings. The lovely kitchen with its breakfast nook has SS appliances, a pantry and ample storage, and adjoins the family room. The fantastic master suite enjoys the most amazing bathroom with a gas fireplace, a soaking tub to enjoy the panoramic views. There are 3 other bedrooms and 2 additional baths on the upper level. The lower level features a charming in-law/au pair with a kitchenette, 4th bathroom and separate entrance. A two-car garage with side yard entry is just steps away. This property has it all!
Sellers’ Representative: MAYA TRILLING BERKELEY HILLS REALTY
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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Price Range: $1.4M + Above
List Price: $1,499,000
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/1720-Cedar-St-BERKELEY-CA-94703/40807497/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: Needs TLC but not much considering. Great location between N. Berkeley BART and Gourmet Ghetto. Some units have flexible floor plan. Opportunity knocks!
Sellers’ Representative: MICHAEL STEPHENS BHG HIGHLAND PARTNERS
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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Price Range: $1.2M-1.4M
List Price: $1,389,900
Bedrooms: 4
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/824-Park-Way-EL CERRITO-CA-94530/40808175/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: This 2018 new home w/ a million-dollar view, nested in the El Cerrito Hills. This spacious single-family home, boasts 4 BRS, 4 Baths with a large media loft, and an upstairs laundry rm. Carries an open floor plan, quality upgrades in a huge lot setting. The inviting living room, features high ceilings, adjacent to a dining room & a bar. A classic mantel fireplace in the spacious family room next to the chef’s kitchen. Updated kitchen features quartz counter tops, SS appliances, & a mosaic tile w/ a “waterfall” style island, it is perfect for entertainment. Dual panes windows bringing in natural lighting, with views every corner. Upgraded engineered hardwood flooring contributes to a custom feeling. The luxurious master suite offers an upgraded private retreat, and a balcony overlooking the Golden Gate & Bay Bridges. Imagine a morning coffee on the balcony, it’s truly breathtaking! Gorgeous Huber Park is just steps away, featuring walking trails,picnic and play area for you to enjoy.
Sellers’ Representative: Maggie Lam BHHS Drysdale Properties
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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1440 Walnut Street BERKELEY, CA
Price Range: $1.0M-1.2M
List Price: $1,150,000
Bedrooms: 3
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/1440-Walnut-Street-BERKELEY-CA-94709/40807614/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: Brilliant penthouse unit in Berkeley’s Gourmet Ghetto. Clean lines, luxury finishes, and spacious rooms define this newly remodeled home. Spectacular views of SF Bay, bridges and cities. Master suite has views of Berkeley Hills. Radiant heat and in-unit laundry for comfortable living. Just steps away from great dining and boutique shopping in one of the Bay Area’s most desirable neighborhoods. Open Sundays 1/21 & 28, 2-5.
Sellers’ Representative: MARK HARDWICKE BHG RE RELIANCE PARTNERS
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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Price Range: $1.0M-1.2M
List Price: $1,100,000
Bedrooms: 3
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/1000-Keeler-Ave-BERKELEY-CA-94708/40807559/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: This Mid Century traditional home PLUS separate studio cottage, both with gorgeous bay views, is located on one of North Berkeley’s most coveted streets! The great location is just a few minutes from UC Berkeley campus, Solano shops, gourmet ghetto and downtown Berkeley. Both the main home and the studio cottage have been retrofitted with engineered foundation piers and the main house with seismic upgrades. (Reports and drawings by D.Olnes & Ward Constr.) The home has been tastefully refreshed with an upgraded kitchen with a new wood floor, new stainless appliances and quartz counters. The bathroom has been remodeled with attractive tile. There are lovely refinished wood floors throughout. The 2 car garage has potential for expansion of the main house. At the end of the block is Remillard Park, with its climbing rocks and play and picnic areas.
Sellers’ Representative: LINDA G LIPSCOMB MILLSTEIN REAL ESTATE
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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Price Range: $1.0M-1.2M
List Price: $1,055,000
Bedrooms: 3
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/1327-Ward-St-BERKELEY-CA-94702/40807876/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: Spacious West Berkeley 3++ bedroom and 3+ full bath home with access to shopping, eateries. BART and much more! Lots of updates throughout, across from popular San Pablo Park. Light, generous rooms throughout with bamboo floors downstairs and master retreat upstairs! Bonus studio and bath separate from house for guests or artist in the family! This is a must see.
Sellers’ Representative: MANIJA KAM WELLS & BENNETT REALTORS
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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Price Range: $900K-1.0M
List Price: $950,000
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/5814-MLK-Jr.-Way-OAKLAND-CA-94609/40807581/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: 5814 Martin Luther King Jr. Way consists of a spacious 2+ bed/1.5 bath unit downstairs unit and a 2 bed/1 bath unit upstairs. The downstairs unit is newly renovated and delivered vacant with modern kitchen and bathrooms; there’s a light filled living room that connects to a formal dining room, an eat-in kitchen, and a bonus room for flexible use such as an office or additional guest bedroom. All of the units are separately metered for gas and electricity. In addition, there is also an onsite washer and dryer along with a spacious backyard. The property provides onsite driveway parking for two spots. Tenants can appreciate its ideal location to Ashby and Rockridge BART, bus lines, along with an immediate junction to the 980/580 freeway.
Sellers’ Representative: Justin T Wong SVN/Pacific Commercial Advisors
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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Price Range: $750K-900K
List Price: $899,000
Bedrooms: 2
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/1362-Marin-Ave-ALBANY-CA-94706/40808186/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: This beautiful 2+ Bedroom / 2 Bath¬† Albany bungalow has it all!¬† Boasting a large, detached, fully-equipped, rear cottage, as well as a beautifully updated eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, cozy living room with fireplace, and hardwood floors throughout. Enjoy the sunny deck that spills over into the quaint backyard. All conveniently located in the heart of Albany, just one block to¬†Solano¬†Avenue shops and restaurants, and a stone’s throw to Berkeley’s¬†Westbrae¬†neighborhood, public transit & much more.
Sellers’ Representative: CHRISTIAN THEDE NORTHBRAE PROPERTIES
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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Price Range: $750K-900K
List Price: $889,000
Bedrooms: 2
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/–BERKELEY-CA-94709/40807879/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: Private 1509 sq ft 2 Bedroom / 2 Full Bathroom Townhome in prime North Berkeley location, just blocks from BART, Gourmet Ghetto, Shops and Restaurant on Shattuck/University Aves, and Campus – Can’t beat this location!!! Spacious two-level townhome with open living space and kitchen looking out to serene redwood trees from main floor. Sunny top floor features a spacious master bedroom, master bathroom with a shower over tub and walk in closet plus a second bedroom with a full bathroom and washer/dryer in closet. Abundant natural light from large windows and skylights throughout. Private entry and large parking space with additional storage in the garage complete this wonderful home.
Sellers’ Representative: Miyuki Mia Takami Skybox Realty
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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1915 Hudson Street EL CERRITO, CA
Price Range: $750K-900K
List Price: $880,000
Bedrooms: 3
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/1915-Hudson-Street-EL CERRITO-CA-94530/40808386/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: Light-filled, spacious, single level home in desirable El Cerrito neighborhood. Amazing San Francisco Bay and bridge views.  Living room offers a warm, inviting fireplace and corner windows with gorgeous views. Great open floor plan with spacious Kitchen opening to versatile Dining and Family room.  Tastefully renovated baths. Generous Family room, with adjacent deck and yard excellent for indoor/outdoor entertaining or day to day living.  Attached 2 car garage.  Perfect location for commuters Рclose to El Cerrito Bart Station, and Highways 80 and 580.   
Sellers’ Representative: Alton J Schmitt Village Associates Real Estate
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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Price Range: $750K-900K
List Price: $850,000
Bedrooms: 2
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/542-Adams-St-ALBANY-CA-94706/40808143/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: Charming Hillside Neighborhood Bungalow! Freshly painted inside and out, this delightful 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 1 car garage home is on a flat .06 lot, and includes a large separate knotty pine paneled workshop and storage area not counted as part of the 1081 square feet. Originally built in 1926, inside there’s original vintage finishes, large dual pane windows, high ceilings and crown molding throughout. Enjoy the brand new carpeting, or remove and restore the original hardwood floors. The spacious light filled living room has a cozy fireplace, and opens to a lovely dining room. The laundry room and pantry is conveniently located next to the bright classic kitchen, and has door to the back patio and yard. With a walking score of 84, so much is close by! It’s an easy stroll to El Cerrito BART, grocery stores, coffee shops, and Solano Avenue’s amazing restaurants, boutiques and community events. Nearby, enjoy walking and biking the Ohlone Greenway and SF Bay
Sellers’ Representative: Ann Sharf Village Associates Real Estate
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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1135 Camelia Street BERKELEY, CA
Price Range: $750K-900K
List Price: $849,950
Bedrooms: 2
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/1135-Camelia-Street-BERKELEY-CA-94702/40808171/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: Updated and upgraded, this 2/1 bungalow is in the heart of Westbrae near the North Berkeley BART and the SF Express Bus. The house features newer wood floors, kitchen, appliances, & bathroom. The traditional charm of a bungalow, restored and integrated with a more modern and stylish look. A must see for your clients wanting to live in Westbrae.
Sellers’ Representative: Andrew G Greenwell Venture Sotheby’s Int’l Realty
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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Price Range: $750K-900K
List Price: $819,000
Bedrooms: 2
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/1519-Oxford-St-BERKELEY-CA-94709/40807881/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: Sprawling North Berkeley Co-op in fantastic location. A mid-century building with off-street carports, elevator, storage spaces and neatly landscaped common areas. This is a second floor back unit with quiet and serene courtyard views. Two generously sized bedrooms, abundant storage closets, open living spaces with a wood burning fireplace. Recently updated, clean, contemporary and move-in ready. Open Sunday!
Sellers’ Representative: LAURA C ARECHIGA COLDWELL BANKER REAL ESTATE
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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Price Range: $750K-900K
List Price: $799,000
Bedrooms: 2
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/1223-Parker-St-BERKELEY-CA-94702/40808298/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: Sunny updated bungalow nestled on a quiet block between Poet’s Corner and San Pablo Park, with walk score 82 and bike score 100! Vibrant international dining, cafes and design loop at your convenience. Minutes to Fourth Street shops and transit. Generous living room with built-ins, fireplace and south-facing windows leads to an open, updated kitchen and dining area. Two bedrooms and an updated bathroom. Sprawl out in the huge back yard with work shed, roomy patio and bocce court! Full garage with charming door to yard can accomodate a large car, but there is plenty of off-street parking as well. Good-sized basement with sink, tons of storage and all kinds of potential.
Sellers’ Representative: ROMNEY G O’CONNELL BERKELEY HILLS REALTY
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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Price Range: $750K-900K
List Price: $799,000
Bedrooms: 3
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/533-46Th-St-OAKLAND-CA-94609/40807591/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: Gorgeous modern update on a classic craftsman bungalow! Taking care to leave as much of the original floorplan as possible, this fabulously located and newly renovated home in Oakland’s highly desirable and hip Temescal district is ready to move in! This fresh interpretation of craftsman living, offers 3 bedrooms, 2 new baths with designer finishes, hardwood floors, original wainscot, coved ceilings, new gourmet kitchen with new cabinets, new quartz counters and stainless appliances! New plumbing, new electric, new windows, new designer paint in and out, new furnace, new tank-less water heater, and a huge basement with room to expand. Open Sunday 1/28!
Sellers’ Representative: DANIEL M WINKLER WINKLER REAL ESTATE GROUP
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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Price Range: $750K-900K
List Price: $799,000
Bedrooms: 2
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/5516-Vicente-Way-OAKLAND-CA-94609/40808383/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: Sunny remodeled bungalow in Urban Dwellers prime location. Blocks to Farmers Market, BART, Market Hall & Temescal Alley. Kitchen opens to large edible garden. Formal dining room, unfinished basement & garage with interior access.
Sellers’ Representative: THERESA HOPE BRODERICK THE GRUBB COMPANY
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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Price Range: $750K-900K
List Price: $798,000
Bedrooms: 2
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/405-Balra-Dr.-EL CERRITO-CA-94530/40808287/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: Perfectly located! Generously updated and spacious, this 2++ Bed/ 2 Bath Mid-Century classic has been impeccably maintained. Light-filled and breezy, the inside/outside flow is perfect for play and entertaining. The snazzy eat-in kitchen looks out on the front garden and hills. The rooms are all generously sized, especially the living room (another fireplace!) which opens onto a dining deck. The lower rumpus room (with fireplace) and wet bar area have a separate entrance, perfect for guests or additional living space. With gorgeous oak floors, beautifully landscaped gardens and views of Mt. Tamalpais and SF Bay, this is a home to love. The coveted Weston Village neighborhood is peaceful and welcoming — and only blocks to BART, El Cerrito Plaza, Berkeley & Albany shops, restaurants and so much more!
Sellers’ Representative: MICHAEL FRIEDMAN THE GRUBB COMPANY
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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Price Range: $750K-900K
List Price: $795,000
Bedrooms: 3
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/956-Key-Route-Blvd-ALBANY-CA-94706/40807904/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: Solid Mid-Century 3BR/2BA close to Library, Albany Twin Movie Theater, Ohlone Greenway! Master suite with skylit bath. Nearly level-in entry! (2-3 steps from either front or interior garage door) Hardwood floors, freshly painted. On-demand water heater, double-pane Low-e windows. Interior access to fabulous 2-car garage with workshop and laundry area.
Sellers’ Representative: COLLEEN LARKIN THORNWALL PROPERTIES INC.
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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Price Range: $650K-750K
List Price: $729,000
Bedrooms: 2
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/2805-Stanton-St-BERKELEY-CA-94702/40807681/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: Wonderfully Sunny 2BR/1BA home in the desirable San Pablo Park neighborhood. This sparkling craftsman bungalow has an updated kitchen & bath with easy indoor-outdoor flow. Enter into a good sized living room with warm matchstick wood floors, wonderful brick decorative fireplace & huge west facing picture window. Bright & spacious dining room featuring original built-ins, perfect for entertaining. Smartly updated kitchen with quartz counters, lots of storage & conveniently situated work space. Newly planted raised vegetable bed, patio & garden area with picturesque willow tree. Backs onto beautiful & vibrant Spiral Gardens Nursery which has farmers market on Tuesdays. Clean & spacious garage, ready for new buyers creative vision. Ideally located between 2 Berkeley Bowls, close to shops & restaurants along San Pablo. Great for SF transportation with Transbay JBus Stop at the corner & less than a mile to Ashby BART. Open SAT & SUN – 27/28, 2-4pm.
Sellers’ Representative: MARTHA BECKER THORNWALL PROPERTIES INC.
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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Price Range: $650K-750K
List Price: $699,000
Bedrooms: 3
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/1030-Delaware-St-BERKELEY-CA-94710/40808346/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: Live in the heart of Berkeley close to transportation, highways, schools, stores and so much more! Built in 1968 this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom condominium has great division of space and a private backyard patio with great potential and 2 off street parking spaces. Significant upgrades and renovations throughout include: recently installed windows, kitchen and bathroom floors, lighting, bathroom fixtures, outdoor upgrades and so much more! This 4-unit HOA is well run and these condos are rarely available for sale. The Ocean View neighborhood offers close access to downtown Oakland, San Francisco and the Richmond bridge to Napa/Sonoma and all points North. Get the best of urban living in this great neighborhood. Walk several blocks to University Ave., San Pablo Ave. and Fourth Street shops and dining. Less than a mile from the North Berkeley BART station.
Sellers’ Representative: SIMON BLACK RED OAK REALTY
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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Price Range: $650K-
List Price: $649,000
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/–OAKLAND-CA-94609/40807797/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: Open: Th 1/25 at 1pm. Duplex near downtown Oakland. Two 2bd/1bth units ripe for owner move in or buyout. Separate for PG&E, remodeled units, and motivated seller.
Sellers’ Representative: Steven Pinza The Pinza Group, Inc
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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Price Range: $650K-
List Price: $649,000
Bedrooms: 4
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/638-28th-Street-OAKLAND-CA-94609/40807814/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: Open: Th 1/25 at 1pm. Currently a duplex but can be converted back to a single family home. Long term tenants ripe for a buyout or owner move in. Remodeled units, fresh paint, easy to maintain landscaping, and more.
Sellers’ Representative: Steven Pinza The Pinza Group, Inc
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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4811 Telegraph Ave OAKLAND, CA
Price Range: $650K-
List Price: $629,000
Bedrooms: 1
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/4811-Telegraph-Ave-OAKLAND-CA-94609/40807656/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: Temescals desirable award winning Eco Green building with secure entry and garage. Stylish 1 bed/1.5 bath 2 level home with high ceilings, quality stainless steel appliances, stone counter tops, in-unit laundry and roof-top deck.
Sellers’ Representative: CHRISTINE A CUMBELICH PACIFIC UNION INTERNATIONAL
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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Price Range: $650K-
List Price: $489,000
Bedrooms: 0
MLS Details: https://www.berkeleyhomes.com/homes-for-sale-details/2120-6Th-St-BERKELEY-CA-94710/40808303/2
Call: Ira & Carol Serkes 510-526-6668 serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
Seller Agent Comments: Chic live-work unit in fantastic location near Fourth Street shopping district! Wide open living space with high ceilings, skylight, gorgeous remodeled bath, private double doors to street. Small, beautifully-designed complex with lovely landscaped central Zen courtyard and gated parking. Unit, street, courtyard, and parking: all on the same level. Don’t miss it — these units do not come on the market often!
Sellers’ Representative: MARILYN D GARCIA COLDWELL BANKER REAL ESTATE
Email: serkes@berkeleyhomes.com
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