Elmwood District (Berkeley, CA)
By Elisa Uribe Realtor #01427070, Opening the Doors to California Homes -East Bay
(Golden Gate Sotheby's International)
Local Business Feature: Summer Kitchen + Bakeshop in Berkeley This is a great spot for a quick and easy, healthy feeling meal! Their Kale Fuji salad and their chicken sandwich is amazing! They have great portions and quickly fills you up. If you happen to visit Berkeley real soon, make sure to stop by and try one of their most famous pizzas.      2944 College AveBerkeley, CA 94705b/t Ashby Ave & Russell St Elmwood  If you happen to be in the Elmwood neighborhood, let me know if you plan to visit Summer Kitchen and Bakeshop or is just simply looking to explore the area. If you want to know more about Berkeley and are looking to move or buy a property, give me a call at 510-919-5741 and let me discuss how you can make the best decision in the homebuying process. You can also visit my webs...
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By Barbara Reynolds, Buyers Agent, Listing Agent, Luxury Homes, Invest
(McGuire Real Estate)
See what homes are for sale now in Berkeley. See what homes are for sale now in Oakland.   Stroll down Regent Street and you’ll notice a stately looking Colonial Revival  home at 2633.  Grand in its own right, it belies the rest of the story.  For through the gate you’ll find another private garden with a brown shingle Craftsman and separate brown shingle cottage.     Built in the early 1900’s, this enclave is typical of the large extended family spreads of the “Hillegass Tract,” of which this a part.  It seems after the 1906 earthquake, San Franciscans were coming in droves to Berkeley.  Just as they do today. This area was especially sought after … it was close to College Avenue, and it had larger than normal lots and grander homes than a lot of Berkeley In this case, the front house ...
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By Barbara Reynolds, Buyers Agent, Listing Agent, Luxury Homes, Invest
(McGuire Real Estate)
Beating in the heart of Berkeley’s South campus region sits the wonderful neighborhood referred to by locals as “The Elmwood".  Following the great San Francisco quake of 1906, rebuilding efforts gave life to this “streetcar suburb” as part of the 1900’s housing boom.  Elmwood, in its early years, was comprised mostly of affluent business men and their families seeking quality homes near the University of California, Berkeley. This desirable neighborhood, stretching along College and Ashby Avenues, lies on either side of this popular intersection.  Take note: many Elmwood hotspots can be found venturing along this path.  Residents and visitors alike find it hard to resist the handmade ice creams, sorbets, candies and cookies freshly served at “Ici.”  A line can be seen even in the dead ...
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By Barbara Reynolds, Buyers Agent, Listing Agent, Luxury Homes, Invest
(McGuire Real Estate)
After a 5-year slump, this summer has been the summer of multiple offers in Berkeley-Oakland.  One astonishing example is a recent listing I had in the Elmwood on Piedmont Avenue (see 2620 Piedmont Ave.). It was an historic house – the Gester House – and close to campus with 4 bedrooms and about 2,700 square feet.  We listed it for $1,195,000.  Truly, I expected a few offers.  We had over 30 disclosure packages out.  But we got 15 offers! And it ended up going over $300,000 above the asking price! To be sure, it was marketed well and broadly.  We cleaned and staged.  But it’s also an indication of the demand for homes in the Elmwood area of Berkeley.  The Elmwood has become the destination of choice for Buyers in 2012…it’s close to coffee and campus, walk to everything and it’s an urban...
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By Pacita Dimacali, Alameda/Contra Costa Counties CA
(Alain Pinel)
Sunday evening we felt like going out for a bite to eat. Didn’t want to go to the same old haunts and wanted to experiment. Decided to go to Berkeley/Oakland’s College Avenue. Walked up and down and stopped at what looked like a hole-in-the-wall. The young girl sitting outside invited us in, and swore that the food is great. A customer who was waiting for his party agreed. So we went in, and were promptly seated. Perfect timing! Less than two minutes later, there was a loooonnnnnggggg line of people outside. Hmm...obviously a popular place to eat. We’ve never been to this place. Didn’t know what to expect The place is small and can probably accommodate only about 60 people. Very narrow place, with more seating in the second floor. The staff was busy, busy, busy but super-friendly. Short...
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By Nicole Bailey
(Residential Properties)
What's Your Favorite Flavor?In the Elmwood District of Berkeley is the most fabulous Ice Creamery, Ici.Place made Ice Cream daily, with all the free tastes you want. Piles of lemons abundant in a large pedestal bowl, hint of the flavors to arrive from the kitchen.Plus other nuggets of delicious sweets. You really must come down here and wait in line if you have not. It is sure to be your new summer destination.
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2917 Ashby Avenue, Berkeley Offered at: $1,075,000 - SOLD Lovely Traditional Home In The Elmwood This is a lovely traditional home in the Elmwood; Berkeley's coveted neighborhood near College Avenue and the Claremont Hotel. The home has classic designs for a property built around 1916 and it has plenty of upgrades. The country kitchen is open and airy, has high ceilings and leads to a large, lovely level garden. There are lemon and orange trees, plus majestic redwoods. The formal dining room is beautiful with 9' ceilings and perfect for entertaining. An elegant living room is very spacious with the original wood trim and built-in bookcases. Also a large family room with a full bath on the main level. There are three large bedrooms, a sun room, and another full bath on the upper level 3...
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