Life Outside of Piedmont! The Piedmont Perspective, Volume 18

What’s New?
With little to talk about in Piedmont, this week’s edition features a duo of stunning view homes outside of our picturesque little hamlet. (Yes, there actually is life outside of Piedmont! Who knew?)

The incomparable Bebe McRae has two great new view listings. One on Skyline and the other on Stonewall – tucked neatly and conveniently behind Berkeley’s magnificent Claremont Hotel offering breathtaking vistas. Perhaps the only view better than a panoramic view, is the artistic view from Stonewall. Nothing sets off the bay quite as dramatically as looking through the tower of the Claremont Hotel. Foreground, background – it’s all about “perspective” and this house has it in spades . . . With 5+ bdrms/4.5bths, charming garden and a dramatic floor plan, it shouldn’t be missed.

Bebe’s listing on Skyline can’t be found on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) so if you’re interested, you’ll need to contact her at: bmcrae@grubbco.com for a private viewing. These outstanding homes are fantastic alternatives to SF view homes.

Of course, I’m also available to show you either of these remarkable properties (or any others that strike your fancy) as well. . . Remember that it makes good practical sense to secure a buyer’s agent – one that represents your goals exclusively.

What’s Coming?
A wonderfully renovated Colonial on Crocker will be hitting the market soon . . . I had the pleasure of representing the buyers two years ago when they purchased this wonderful turn-key property and know this charming home well. Have I whet your appetite? Let’s hope so. I’d love to bring the buyers in this time around too. Featuring 4bdrms/3bths, den, chef’s kitchen, and wine room on a lovely tree-lined boulevard, this home is prettier now than the last time around (and it was really great then)!

Anne Feste brings to market a magical Rockridge Mediterranean on Templar just waiting to fulfill your dreams. Gracious proportions, a nearly level floor plan, vintage architectural detailing, updated kitchen, and an extra wide lot on a quiet cul-de-sac complete this unique opportunity. This one’s nifty – especially if you love the process of creating a garden, as I do. Great for buying up – or for capturing your prop. 60 and 90 tax advantages and buying down. (Email me if you’d like to know more about either Propositions 60 or 90 and how they affect those over 55.)

What’s Pending?
Only 12 Piedmont properties went pending during the months of July and August, which makes for slim pickin’s. Let’s hope the inventory expands in September (I suspect it will). Use this lull to prepare for a busier Fall market – speak with a mortgage broker now if a move is in your near future or even if it’s just part of your dreams. Wouldn’t it be nice to know how much you can afford?

By the way, mortgage brokers are a great resource for refinancing as well. Think kitchen and bathroom remodels . . . the best choices for recapturing your investment.

What’s Happening Now?
Speaking of remodeling, Angela Grubb has reduced her listing price on Ranleigh 100K! This is a project to be sure, but one that makes eminent sense and offers upside potential and return – especially now that the price had been dramatically reduced. Have you been itching for a Piedmont fixer? This just might be your ticket in!

What’s Fun!
Happily (and a bit regretfully) school has begun. Have you checked out the new Football Field? Wow! It’s fantastic (and bright)! Even if you don’t have a teen on the football team, consider joining the town for a fun and entertaining (I’m talking about the alumni now) Friday night game at this spectacularly renovated stadium. Or lace up your jogging shorts and run a few laps around the refurbished track if football isn’t your game. We’re so fortunate to have this resource in the center of town. Thanks to all involved and please watch out for little pedestrians now that school is back in session.

I miss summer already. See you next week!

P.S. Care to share an upcoming event in the “What’s Fun” category? Feel free to write back with any suggestions you may have. I love new ideas. I’m also busy filling in the community calendar. Look for updates at www.thepiedmontcalendar.com!