http://www.friedmanrealtor.comGrubb(grubbsite.com)http://grubbsite.com/Uploads/24/51/2451/images/mfriedman.jpghttp://www.friedmanrealtor.comhttp://www.2512NinthSt.comThu, 15 Jul 2010 17:20:46 GMT Imagine Santa Fe Urban. A true live/work loft with soaring ceilings, dramatic details and whimsical character. Located in West Berkeley’s hottest area*, this architect-designed tri-level home harmonizes the original scale and details of this industrial building, with artisan flourishes and modern conveniences. The huge iron-clad clerestory windows add dramatic scale and provide a light-filled environment. Built to service rail cars in 1929, this handsome building became the city's first official warehouse loft conversion in 1980 and remains one of Berkeley's best-kept secrets. A private roof terrace for relaxation and entertaining is perched above the loft, with hill and city-lights view. Below are two bedrooms, one-and-a-half baths, a separate office and an absolute abundance of storage. Custom antique sliding closet doors reveal custom pull out hanging system. Huge "walk-in" closet with secondary storage. Sunken chef’s kitchen, artisan tiles, antique doors and in-unit laundry room add even more. Daylight streams through the huge original ironclad functioning windows – and at night the custom lighting througout creates a magical setting. The large main bath features a spa-like soaking tub underneath an opening skylight. Enjoy this living work of art in Berkeley’s exciting art district. • Private roof garden terrace for outside living with city lights and hill views • Hand-painted Mexican tiles by Gorky Ganzales and Saltillo floor tiling • Custom iron and copper work, with many antique doors throughout the loft • Sunken chef ’s kitchen with Miele and Dacor stainless appliances and butcher block work spaces • Massive ceiling-high wall of shelves with custom lighting for display and storage. Library ladder included! • Convenient in-unit laundry room with washer and dryer • Abundant storage in numerous custom closets, pantry, cabinets, and plus room • Huge soaking tub with spa-like shower surriounded by hand-painted tiles, set under an opening skylight • Near Berkeley Bowl West, exciting restaurants, cultural events and transportation • *Walk score 85! Click on the Walk Score button at the upper left for information about nearby restaurants, services and entertaintment.http://www.4032Norton.comWed, 19 May 2010 09:43:41 GMTSALE PENDING! Open house cancelled. Perched in Upper Laurel, this cool 1957 Modern offers privacy, stylish design and sweeping San Francisco Bay views. The spacious, peaceful grounds access easily from the house and are ideal for convenient indoor/outdoor living. With nicely updated kitchen and bath, and two garden-view bedrooms, this immaculate and sunny home is ready to move in! Laundry room off kitchen could be a home office -- move the washer & dryer downstairs! Remodeled eat-in kitchen opens to patio for outdoor dining and features Bay views Stunning beamed ceilings and gorgeous hardwood floors add richness throught the home Mature irrigated gardens surround the huge lighted patio -- also with Bay views -- a perfect setting for entertaining, play and gardening Large corner fireplace brings warmth and romance to the living and dining rooms Dual paned windows, central heating and air conditioning for increased comfort year round Near shopping, transportation and regional parks Extra storage is provided in the basementhttp://www.670Vernon303.comThu, 18 Mar 2010 07:50:53 GMTSOLD OVER ASKING IN 30 DAYS! This is a special condominium in one of Oakland's most desired residences. Sophisticated and peaceful, this spacious and premium home presents the casual elegance of mid-century architecture at its best. With two master suites overlooking The Rose Garden, on of the areas beautiful historic parks. The views from the large balcony, filtered through majestic redwoods, offer a personal sanctuary as well as an ideal place to entertain. The eat-in kitchen, large living room and one of the bedroom suites open directly to the balcony. In the living room, the marble fireplace provides a cozy focal point, and, with lots of storage and closets, there is plenty of room for everything. New designer carpeting, lighting and paint provide a fresh and modern theme, which is harmonious in every way. The location, which is absolutely central, is convenient to the many shops, restaurants and amenities offered on Piedmont, Lakeshore and Grand Avenues. With all forms of transportation nearby, this is a terrific and rare opportunity.http://www.6980PinehavenRd.comWed, 03 Feb 2010 16:57:50 GMTSALE PENDING! This chic Contemporary Montclair retreat is sited on a rare sunny and wooded, landscaped hillside. The surroundings feel like Lake Tahoe, yet the inside spaces look a little like a New York loft with soaring ceilings and lots of windows. A lovingly maintained, light-filled 2 BR/2 BA home, it also has a bonus room that has been used as an office, media space, family room and guest quarters. The second full bath is conveniently on the lower level with the family room, laundry area and large closets. There is a separate exterior entrance here. The top level open floor plan, with beautiful red oak flooring, shows off lovely canyon views, flowing easily between the front and back decks. The living area, with stylish wood-burning fireplace, leads to the dining area and then the large open kitchen -- which features yards of counter space, shelves and cabinets. The bedrooms are separated from the public area with a pocket door, affording quiet and privacy. Closet space abounds on both levels of this home. The big 2 car garage, rare in Montclair, is also in fine condition, offering lots of storage near the street level. The peace and quiet of nature feels like a million miles away -- yet the activities, shops and restaurants of Montclair Village, Piedmont Avenue and Berkeley are very close. Schools and freeways are nearby and BART is less than 10 minutes away, as are the beautiful hiking and biking trails of the spectacular East Bay Regional Parks.