Archive for month: October, 2020

506 Malicoat Ave, Oakley, CA 94561

$499,000 | 4 beds | 2 baths | 1,569 SqFt

Desirable single story home located in the heart of Oakley. Built in 2001, open floor plan, lots of natural lot, backs to open space area…this one won’t last long! Four bedrooms, two baths, two car garage, approx. 1,569 square feet of living space situated on approx. 5,286 square foot lot. Close to shops, restaurants, schools, commute access and more! Great opportunity for first time home buyers, investors, empty nesters and down-sizers. Amazon fulfillment center coming soon to Oakley!

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1201 Thomas Dr, Martinez, CA 94553

$899,000 | 3 beds | 2 baths | 1,840 SqFt

Fabulous one of a kind custom home with amazing wall to wall views of water & hills from living area, dining & kitchen! Completely renovated in 2016 it’s the perfect blend of stylish remodel & original charm. Private & serene setting at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. Nestled in the hills of Martinez and just minutes to downtown restaurants, farmers market, small businesses and hiking trails of the Carquinez ridge. Your own private oasis while keeping it all close by. Inviting white picket fence & front porch greet you and make you feel right at home. Great open concept floorplan where windows & natural light abound. Beautiful Hardwood floors throughout. Large master suite with sunroom/retreat makes you feel like you’re on vacation every day! Gorgeous kitchen w/ solid granite counters, beautiful tile backsplash & stainless appliances. Enjoy your private yard downstairs or end your day upstairs on the back patio with amazing sunset views. This is a very special home & property!!

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There is a difference between the two and here’s how to get your home ready to sell. Once you’ve decided to put your home on the market you’re looking to sell quickly for the best possible price. One tactic that can help sell your home faster is staging.

At first, staging may seem like a real estate term that doesn’t actually mean anything. Isn’t staging just decorating? Well, not exactly…

APPEAL TO THE MASSES
Your home is likely decorated to your tastes. It could be colorful and eclectic, or rugged and industrial. But when you’re staging your home, rather than appealing to a specific decorating sense, you want to furnish your home in a way that appeals to everyone—and more importantly, doesn’t turn anyone off who just isn’t into your personal style.

TONE DOWN THE PERSONAL FLOURISHES
Buyers want to be able see themselves in a home and imagine how they’d make it their own. Unfortunately, that means less of your own style as you’re preparing for your move. Cut down on family photos, bold artwork, and unusual furniture. Do some major decluttering so the buyer can see all the space and storage opportunities. It may be sad to start removing the items that make your house a home, but it’s an important part of the process.

MASS APPEAL DOESN’T MEAN “BORING”
Your staged home can still be colorful, just stay away from extremes. If you paint, stick to whites, grays, or neutrals. Add flourishes of color with window treatments or accent furniture, but try to choose items that will appeal to both genders.

CALL A PRO
There are likely several staging companies in your area. If you need a recommendation, reach out to your trusted real estate professional.

1201 Thomas Dr, Martinez, CA 94553

$899,000 | 3 beds | 2 baths | 1,840 SqFt

Fabulous one of a kind custom home with amazing wall to wall views of water & hills from living area, dining & kitchen! Completely renovated in 2016 it’s the perfect blend of stylish remodel & original charm. Private & serene setting at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. Nestled in the hills of Martinez and just minutes to downtown restaurants, farmers market, small businesses and hiking trails of the Carquinez ridge. Your own private oasis while keeping it all close by. Inviting white picket fence & front porch greet you and make you feel right at home. Great open concept floorplan where windows & natural light abound. Beautiful Hardwood floors throughout. Large master suite with sunroom/retreat makes you feel like you’re on vacation every day! Gorgeous kitchen w/ solid granite counters, beautiful tile backsplash & stainless appliances. Enjoy your private yard downstairs or end your day upstairs on the back patio with amazing sunset views. This is a very special home & property!!

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1243 Davis Ave, Concord, CA 94518

$725,000 | 3 beds | 2baths | 1,414 SqFt

Move-in ready home with a good, functional floor plan, good-size windows which provide natural light and pleasant views of the back yard. An additional feature is the extensive use of gleaming random plank hardwood flooring. Improvements include newer heating and air conditioning along with replacement of all ducts. Newer fencing and gutters with leaf guards were also installed. The welcoming front yard is enhanced with lavender and sage. The spacious back yard includes rosemary and has a plentiful array of fruit trees: plum, apricot, lemon and three apple. At the end of the street is access to the Contra Costa canal trail, which is paved and provides for walking, running and bicycling. This property has much to offer!

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