Tricia Swift | 510.339.0400 ext. 333

I invite you to use my website to begin your search for a new home or investment property; to generate an estimate of value for a property you currently own; and to contact me with any questions you might have regarding the East Bay market.

I am available to assist you with all of your real estate needs, be they immediate or more long-term.

I look forward to hearing from you,

150 Arlington Avenue, Kensington
Located among graceful redwoods, and clad in rustic redwood bark, this unique home offers old world elegance within! According to legend, ornamental elements, as well as the redwood bark siding, were saved and moved from an early 20th century mansion in Berkeley’s Claremont neighborhood. Among the ornamental elements are richly carved moldings, decoratively stenciled beams in the living room, and a grand staircase. The exquisite kitchen/family room designed by Agnes Bourne is a contemporary counterpoint.

Three spacious bedrooms and three and a half baths
Gorgeous pocket doors and moldings in the elegant dining room
Fully developed lower level family room, laundry, and workshop
Courtyard with pergola overlooking the garden
Filtered Bay views
Large garage with interior access

Offered at $1,575,000.
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21 Stephens Way, Berkeley
In the Claremont Hills with sweeping views of the Bay from the San Mateo Bridge and South to the Richmond Bridge and beyond, this one-owner home has never before been on the market! Initially custom designed and built (c.1957), it was rebuilt to the original design with minor modifications and improvements after the 1991 Oakland Fire. Views are spectacular from the living room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, and lovely patio garden. One-level living, indoor and out, is accessed by a lift from garage/street to the patio and garden. In addition, on a lower level, a full suite offers a fourth bedroom, third bath, and family room with abundant light and it's own exterior entrance.

French doors from living room to patio garden
Kitchen opens to patio
Hardwood floors in living room and dining room
Two main level bedrooms open to patio garden
Patio has built-in seating PLUS lawn area
Seat lift from garage to main level
Potting room
Built-in vacuum system; circulating hot water system; instant hot water spigot at kitchen sink; SubZero fridge

Offered at $1,050,000.
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Open Sunday February 26 and
Sunday March 4, 2-4:30

1603 Portland Avenue, Berkeley

This adorable bungalow (c.1925) sits in a cherished neighborhood, close to Colusa Circle and Solano Avenue - Walk Score of 86 (walkscore.com) - will charm you! Sunshine from lovely windows fills the home, and hardwood floors gleam in living areas and bedrooms. Large kitchen and sweet garden!

Features include:

Handsome fireplace in living room
Multi-light windows in living areas
Two bedrooms
One bath
Approved and permitted plans for 3rd bedroom and 2nd bath addition and kitchen remodel are included in the sale
Charming rear garden with a prolific lemon tree

Offered at $619,000.
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Open Sunday February 26 and
Sunday March 4, 2-4:30

6020 Bullard Way, Oakland
On the Piedmont side of Montclair, this uniquely graceful home is perfect for daily living and open-hearted entertaining. Sited well above the street level, this estate-like home exists in a world of its own!

Central entry hall
Formal dining room
Living room and adjacent den/study
Two half baths on main level
Four bedrooms and two baths on second floor (including master suite)
Two-car garage with interior access to kitchen
Large bonus/rumpus room over garage
Meticulous maintenance and condition

Offered at $1,350,000
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30 Halkin Lane, Berkeley
30 Halkin Lane, located between Spruce Street and Cragmont Avenue, enjoys big Bay views and wonderful details: distinctively arched doorways, handcrafted beams in the living room, clinker-brick fireplace (reportedly the bricks were originally ship ballast), fine hardwood floors, grand windows, and large-scaled rooms.

Three bedrooms and three full baths
Wine cellar and separate wine tasting room in lower level
Bonus rooms including small 4th bedroom or study on the main floor, media room and large "ballroom" on lower level
Most windows are new dual pane windows
Viking appliances and custom cabinetry in kitchen
Central kitchen island with second sink
Views from kitchen, breakfast room, living room and dining room as well as west-facing bedrooms
Solar panels for electricity
Two-car garage with automatic openers and interior access
Abundant storage

Offered at $1,450,000
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4690 Edgewood Ave., Oakland

240 Caldecott Lane #318, Oakland

63 Bonnie Lane, Berkeley

681 Hilldale, Berkeley
Represented Buyers

1949 Melvin, Oakland
Mid-century modern 3+BR/2BA in Upper Oakmore Represented the Buyers

2115 Los Angeles, Berkeley

161 Avenida, Berkeley

50 Elrod Avenue, Oakland

1740 Rose Street, Berkeley
Charming 3BR/1+BA North Berkeley Craftsman near Monterey Market and the Gourmet Ghetto. Represented the Buyer

1147 Grizzly Peak, Berkeley

2045 Berryman Street, Berkeley
Exquisite 2 bedroom, 2 full bath townhouse in Live Oak Condominium Complex. Level in, close to Gourmet Ghetto, shopping, and transportation. Large common area with community gardens. Kitchen, full baths and laundry totally remodeled in 2008. Basement for workshop and/or storage, plus a one-car garage.
Offered at $695,000
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1880 Capistrano Avenue, Berkeley
This charming 1922 two-story Dutch Colonial home, close to Solano Avenue, (Walkscore 89), fairly glows with pride of 31 years of family ownership! Gambrel roof, gracefully designed entry walkway, and elegant window boxes with overflowing flowers characterize the home's street appeal. Kitchen remodel and addition, plus entry walkway and rear patio have all been designed by Berkeley's famous architect Bennett Christopherson. This pristine home is wonderfully light and airy throughout, with multi-light windows everywhere. There are three ample bedrooms and a baths upstairs, and an additional bedroom (or office/study) and bath on the main floor. Fine molding details throughout add refinement and an elegant fireplace is a focal point of the gracious living room. A side porch with French doors from the living room provides a protected spot to enjoy the afternoon sun and be neighborly at the same time! Level-in/level-out for indoor/outdoor access: French doors from dining room open to the rear patio and garden with abundant roses and special plantings surrounding a verdant level lawn, all designed by distinguished landscape architect Edward Janelli. All this in a special block of Capistrano Avenue, between The Alameda and Colusa Avenue.
Offered at $1,035,000
Sold for over asking with multiple offers!
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698 Creston Avenue, Berkeley
Quiet, private retreat on double lot with 4 bridge view! Flexible living, officially 5 BR, but can be 3 BR with den or office and large family room. Level in entry, level out deck, expansive garden, meandering paths, secluded patios. Large kitchen with breakfast area and view. Writers studio in garden. 5 bedrooms, 2 full | 1 partial bathrooms.
Offered at $995,000
Sold for over asking with multiple offers!
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