12568 Skyline Boulevard Exudes Elegance

Forget understated elegance. This 14 room, 5 en-suite bedroom, 6.5 bath almost NEW “Oakland Hills” villa on .57 acres exudes elegance and quality in every inch of its 8000 + sq. ft.!  Located on a premium home site surrounded by exclusive homes, this custom built residence encompasses two and a half levels centered by a grand staircase with impressive high ceilings and magnificent living and entertaining areas that include a gigantic party hall with wet bar, a private home office/library, a presidential master suite with gym and sweeping terrace, guest/aux-pair suite, bay/hill views and luxuries like solid stones and marbles, gorgeous moldings, hand crafted wood and iron work, sauna, four car garage, a pond, waterfalls and a pool site all surrounded by magnificent gated grounds. After all who deserves it more?  Offered at $2,163,880.  Call FRITZ for all the details and a private showing.  http://www.12568skyline.com/.

New Listing at 2215 Manzanita Drive, Oakland

Want to watch the sunset over San Francisco Bay or a sunrise at Sibley Park? This spacious 5 bedroom, 3 bath hilltop contemporary offers exceptional vistas from the glass framed living and dining areas, the luxurious master suite, the big home office, sun-room and the gorgeous level out yard. Over 3300 sq. ft. of flowing living space with generously sized rooms, eat-in chef's kitchen and family room with wet bar. Only steps from regional park trails and Hills swim club.  A celestial value!  Offered at $799,000.
http://www.2215manzanita.com/

East Bay Housing Market Update

Excerpt from the Pacific Union Bay Area Real Estate Blog . . .

The percent of homes in contract in the East Bay rose by 2% from July 2011 to August 2011. For the two years, this percentage has fluctuated from a low point of 16% up to 30%.

With over 35% in contract indicating a sellers’ market, 25-35% a balanced market, and under 25% a buyers’ market, in the past 6 months, we have seen the market sway on the edge of a buyers’ market.

If you are currently looking to buy or sell a home in the East Bay/Alameda County call FRITZ for all your real estate needs. Click on the chart below for all the up-to-date information on the Bay Area real estate market.

Second Chance to Own 5652 Chappell Place, Oakland

You have a second chance to own this spacious mid century with sweeping bay views!

With gorgeous grounds, landscaping and fabulous SF Bay views, this glamorous contemporary ranch has it all. The light and airy interior includes 5 bedrooms and 6 baths (room for everybody), open entertaining areas, updated kitchen and bath, window wrapped rooms leading to an outdoor kitchen, large patios and decks. Separate 2 bedroom, 2 bath in-law suite and parking for 10+ cars. This home has it all!

Don't lose out a second time.  Call me for more details.  Offered at $1,198,000.

4134 Gilbert Street, Oakland

Forget the BURBS! You can have it all just a stones throw from Piedmont Avenue in an enclave of charming residences close to all urban conveniences. A gorgeous 2++ bedroom, 1+ bath "Brown Shingle" with extra attic space and a garden cottage plus all the intricate detailing like original moldings, pocket doors and built-ins one could dream up, packaged in generously proportioned, light-filled rooms with high ceilings and covered porches in a beautiful private, garden setting. A city dwellers dream home!

Offered at $599,000.  Open Sunday, August 21st from 2-4:30.

New Law Requires Carbon Monoxide Detectors in Homes

Effective July 1, 2011, California's Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Act (SB-183) requires all residential property be equipped with a California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) approved carbon monoxide detector when the property has a fossil fuel burning heater or appliance, fireplace, or an attached garage, as follows:

All single-family homes (owner or tenant occupied) on or before July 1, 2011 and all residential units (duplex/apartment/condominium complex) must be equipped with a detector on or before January 1, 2013. For new construction, CO alarms must be hard-wired and interconnected.

Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless and toxic gas. Because it is impossible to see, taste or smell the toxic fumes can kill individuals before they are aware it is in their home. At lower levels of exposure, CO causes mild effects that are often mistaken for the flu. These symptoms include headaches, dizziness, disorientation, nausea and fatigue. The effects of CO exposure can vary greatly from person to person depending on age, overall health and the concentration and length of exposure.

For more information on this new law visit the CAL FIRE website.

6710 Elverton Drive, Oakland, CA

This is the "View" home!
This superb property features 4 bedrooms and 3 baths with San Francisco Bay views from the terrace and every window of this hillside Mediterranean high in the Oakland hills. This exceptional executive home features soaring ceilings, window-wrapped open living and dining areas, eat-in gourmet kitchen, home office with private side entry, a master suite fit for a king, beautifully landscaped grounds with Koi pond & waterfall and huge, tiled view terraces, that will make you go ahh. It's a special home for "VIEW" lovers!  Offered at $1,169,000.  Call or email FRITZ for more info and visit the website at http://www.6710elverton.com/.

5588 Fernhoff Road, Oakland

This timeless contemporary masterpiece known as the "Joe Morgan" Estate, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright associate Aaron Green, commands 2.66 acres of prime Oakland Hills real estate with far reaching vistas of San Francisco Bay and beyond. The gated 5000+ sq.ft. residence features 4+ bedrooms, 4.5 baths with sweeping indoor and outdoor living and entertaining spaces, pool and tennis court all surrounded by splendid, landscaped grounds, that in true Frank Lloyd Wright fashion blend seamlessly with the architecture.


Nothing is left to be desired in this iconic masterpiece. Frank Lloyd Wright signature handcrafted built-in seating and cabinetry, hand picked fixtures and tile continue the harmony with the natural elements. More features include a luxurious master suite with dual bathrooms and closets, a glass framed family room opening to the pool, children and guest wing, sauna, wet bar and sunroom, three car garage, guest parking and state of the art security all within minutes of world class Bay Area amenities.

  This home is offered at $2,995,000.  Call Fritz or visit 5588Fernhoff.com for more details.