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Just Listed: Walnut Heights Designer Paradise

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40 Virginia Ct., Walnut Creek
4 Bedrooms | 2 Baths | 1,996 ±Square Feet | .33 Acre | Built in 1958

Take a tour of California’s laidback indoor-outdoor lifestyle with this single-story cul-de-sac rancher that exudes endless designer touches and appeal. 40 Virginia Ct. provides an exceptional opportunity to own a comfortable, stylish retreat that boasts ample space for entertaining, relaxing, and everyday living. This 1,996 ±square foot remodeled home is situated on a fantastic .33-acre lot that backs to Shell Ridge Open Space and enjoys a sparkling pool, outdoor shower, and multiple entertaining areas.

Sunlit chef’s kitchen with Quartz countertops, Shaws farmhouse sink, and stainless-steel Viking appliances including a 6-burner double-oven range plus griddle and pot filler, French door refrigerator, undercounter refrigerator drawers, microwave, and dishwasher

Sophisticated living room anchored by a gas fireplace with quartz surround and mantle enjoying a glass door out to the delightful backyard

Dining area open to kitchen and living room with windows out to the side yard

Spacious family room boasting a beautiful, vaulted wood beam ceiling and a glass slider out to the backyard oasis

Bedroom wing to the right of the entry includes…
– 3 secondary bedrooms
– remodeled hall bath
– delightful primary suite with remodeled
 bathroom

Thoughtfully designed .33 ± acre yard backs to Shell Ridge Open Space and is ready to be enjoyed with multiple entertaining/seating areas, a sparkling pool, outdoor spa shower, and an expansive upper area with room for a grass play area and/or an ADU

This delightful gem is just steps from Shell Ridge trail head access and only a couple blocks from top-rated Walnut Heights Elementary. 680/24 freeways are located minutes away along with Walnut Creek’s sought-after downtown, filled with high-end shopping and gourmet dining.

Offered at $1,799,000  |  40VirginiaCt.com

Call us for more info. 925.788.8345

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What is there not to LOVE about living in Lamorinda?

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What is there not to absolutely 💓about Lamorinda?!?

Great people, delightful neighborhood pockets, top-rated schools, delicious restaurants, fabulous hiking/biking trails, beautiful parks…..we could go on and on forever!

We’d Love to show you personally all that this incredible community has to offer!

la · mōr · inda = Lafayette/Moraga/Orinda
aka: Lamorinda

Locals term referring to these cities that share many characteristics. Often thought of as one big town.

Live Where You Love.
Love Where You Live.

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2021 Best Public High Schools Niche.com Results….

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Congratulations to Acalanes, Campolindo, and Miramonte for their outstanding results in Niche.com’s 2021 rankings of Best Public High Schools.

Check out their rankings in our video….

#acalanes #lafayette #miramonte #orinda #campolindo #moraga #bestpublicschools #livewhereyoulove #brydonivesteam #lamorindarealtorteam #agentsofcompass

Just Listed: Cheery. Cul-de-Sac. Contemporary.

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17 Lavina Court, Orinda
3 Bed  | 2 Bath | ±1,391 Sq Ft | ±.34 Acre | $1,050,000
17LavinaCourt.com

Located on a terrific flat cul-de-sac street in the heart of Orinda, sits this darling modern style home that is move in ready.

  • Vaulted white slat ceiling throughout
  • Remodeled eat-in kitchen with new white cabinetry, Quartz countertops with backsplash, oversized sink and brand new stainless steel appliances
  • Wall of windows along entire family room and living room with a sliding glass door out to backyard
  • Updated bathrooms including master with a contemporary barn door enclosure
  • Great front and back yard spaces including a pool with room to put your own stamp on it
  • Enjoy the views from the upper sun-drenched hill with walking path surrounding ideal area for garden beds

Don’t miss this special property!

JUST LISTED: Cape Cod Charmer in Orinda

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37 Stanton Avenue, Orinda
3 Bed + Office | 2.5 Bath | ±1,850 Sq Ft | ±.11 Acre | $1,225,000
37StantonAvenue.com

Located on a fantastic flat Orinda cul-de-sac street, this 3 bed / 2.5 bath / ±1850 square foot Cape Cod charmer with white picket fence and loads of character will grab your heartstrings. A darling detached structure in the backyard can be used as office or playroom. Absolutely delightful front and backyards with level grass areas and beautiful landscaping that has been expertly maintained by a “green thumb”.

Enter the white picket fence lined by beautiful roses and take the meandering brick walkway up to the porch that is framed with a fragrant trailing jasmine vine.

Lovely great room with hardwood floor, wood paneled ceiling, recessed lighting, gas fireplace with white bookshelf surround and a wall of windows overlooking the delightful front yard

Remodeled eat-in kitchen with white wood paneled ceiling, stainless steel appliances including a Viking refrigerator and Viking 6-burner range, white cabinetry, subway tile backsplash, River White granite countertops, breakfast bar and spacious dining area.

Delightful sunlit family from with two skylights, built-in bookshelf, bench seat and a wall of windows including a sliding glass door out to the enchanting backyard.

A half bathroom and laundry closet with barn doors sit off this room.

Lovely master suite with hardwood floor, recessed lighting, two closets, a window overlooking the charming yard and an en-suite bathroom.

Upstairs retreat enjoys two bedrooms and a beautifully remodeled full bathroom.

Captivating backyard setting with picturesque garden…colors and textures abound, a flat grass area and a great seating area that is plumbed for a gas firepit.

A lovely separate structure is an ideal setting for an office or playroom. A storage shed sits discretely behind this structure.

Ideally located minutes from Orinda Village, freeway access, BART, Orinda Farmers’ Market, Orinda Country Club, Orinda Community Park and top-rated Wagner Ranch Elementary. Bus stop for Orinda Intermediate School is at the end of the block.

Modern. Magical. Memorable.

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1250 Medfield Road, Lafayette

Tucked back off a private driveway in the heart of Happy Valley, sits this lovely 4BD/2.5BA 1,886+/- sq. ft. mid-century modern jewel. This wonderful .70+/- acre oasis offers tranquility, beauty and privacy while being situated just minutes from top rated Happy Valley Elementary, freeway access, Briones hiking trails, Lafayette Reservoir, BART and Lafayette’s divine shops and restaurants.

Formal entry with vaulted ceiling and skylight.

Dramatic living room with soaring vaulted beamed ceiling that opens to formal dining area with two walls of windows taking in the beautiful scenery including an oversized double slider out to a private deck and seating area.

Delightful kitchen open to family room with stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar, skylight and sliding glass door out to enchanting backyard.

Bedroom wing is located to the left of the entry with 4 bedrooms including the master suite and a secondary bathroom. Beautiful master bedroom has vaulted ceiling, hardwood floors and an en-suite bathroom with double vanity and separate water closet and shower.

Oversized laundry room enjoys an abundance of cabinetry, built- in ironing board and access to the garage.

Sensational finished garage was once used as a living space offering epoxy floor, recessed lighting, dry-walled interior, heating, air conditioning and a half bathroom.

Set on a .70+/- acre, 1250 Medfield Road appreciates a serene and majestic setting. Enjoy the birds chirping while taking in the remarkable scenery of this blissful backyard with flat grass area, swimming pool and an expansive patio to dine and entertain.

1250MedfieldRoad.com
Offered at $1,595,000
Open Saturday & Sunday 1-4

What is Lamorinda?

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Live Where You Love.
Love Where You Live.

la · mōr · inda = Lafayette/Moraga/Orinda
aka: Lamorinda

Locals term referring to these cities that share many characteristics. Often thought of as one big town.

Work with us! 925.788.8345

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Just Listed: Darling Downtown Delight (Lafayette)

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Be charmed by this delightful downtown property that is move-in ready while also offering flexibility to put your own stamp on it. Located on a fantastic cul-de-sac street with great curb appeal, this 1,968 +/- sq ft home is situated on a .31+/- acre lot with a terrific backyard and serene views. Relish the freedom of living so close to town, freeway access and BART while enjoying the perks of the suburbs. 

Inviting living room with wood-burning brick fireplace flanked by large picturesque windows

Formal dining area off living room takes in delightful views of the backyard and hills beyond

Sun-drenched eat-in kitchen with double oven, gas cooktop, oversized sink, breakfast bar, hardwood floors, recessed lighting and two skylights drawing in natural light

Spacious bonus room (could be used as an office, 4th bedroom or playroom) enjoying a wall of windows with built-ins below providing ample storage space

Laundry room with built-in cabinetry located off the bonus room

Sunlit family room with access to the backyard through a sliding glass door boasts a wood-burning stove, recessed lighting and a wall of windows

Bedroom wing, located to the right of the entry, includes three bedrooms (including the master suite) and a hall bathroom

Enjoy the lovely backyard space complete with a wonderful patio area for dining and entertaining, a large flat grass area, tree swing, shed and beautiful views of the surrounding hills.

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Offered at $1,295,000
1067SerranoCourt.com
Open Saturday and Sunday from 1-4pm

    Just Listed: 236 Scofield Drive, Moraga

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    Stylish Moraga Beauty

    Situated on a lovely Moraga neighborhood street with undeniable curb appeal, this sunlit 2,610+/- square foot remodeled gem will warm your heart. 236 Scofield Drive enjoys 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, a fluid open floor plan, 3-car garage and terrific indoor-outdoor spaces.

    • Sun drenched living room with hardwood floor, recessed lighting, crown molding, brick woodburning fireplace with mantle and large window overlooking the front yard
    • Formal dining room sits conveniently between the living room and kitchen with Andersen French doors out to the backyard
    • Beautiful chef’s kitchen with an abundance of custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances including Dacor oven, warming drawer and convection microwave, 5-burner DCS gas range cooktop, two dishwashers, pantry, island with seating and prep sink, wine refrigerator and hardwood floors. Lovely eating nook off the kitchen opens to the family room and enjoys a built-in custom desk and large sliding glass door out to side patio
       
    • Delightful family room with built-in shelving and cabinetry flanking a charming brick fireplace with gas insert and white mantle surround. A sliding glass door takes you out to the wonderful backyard 
    • Bedroom wing hosts 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms (including the master suite) and a laundry room with cabinetry, sink and built-in iron
    • Master bedroom enjoys vaulted ceiling, two walk-in closets with built-in organizers, hardwood flooring and a wall of windows including Andersen French doors to the back yard. The master bathroom has double vanity, heated floors and shower with dual showerheads
    • Situated on a wonderful .26+/-acre that backs up to Mulholland Open Space, backyard includes meticulous landscaping, patio/seating areas, flat grass and spa

    236 Scofield Drive is ideally situated close to Rheem Shopping Center, Campolindo High School and multiple hiking trail access points.

    Open Saturday & Sunday 1-4
    236ScofieldDrive.com
    Offered at $1,695,000