“Zoom Towns”

Coined by NPR, “Zoom Towns” are described as “housing markets that are booming as remote work takes off.” 

Forbes reports that some two million renter households may now be in the market for home ownership because they are able to telecommute. 
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JUST LISTED: Cape Cod Charmer in Orinda

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.

thank you…..

THANK YOU! These two words don’t do justice for the appreciation we feel for those who are working tirelessly on the front lines, for those who have reached out to help someone else and for those whose compassion and gratitude have made someone smile. In a time where we all feel so distant from one another, the Brydon & Ives Team feels extremely blessed and proud to live here in Lamorinda where we have regularly witnessed beautiful moments of kindness right in front of us, on Nextdoor, on Lamorinda Families and through stories shared with friends. We will get through this together and be stronger for it!

 #thankful #LiveWhereYouLoveLoveWhereYouLive

check out our website for our Coming Soon listings at bi@brydonivesteam.com

Modern. Magical. Memorable.

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

Just Listed: Darling Downtown Delight (Lafayette)

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.

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

Simple solution to bridge the gap between the home you have and the home you want

Need to make a move or have already found a home you love but can’t make an offer on it because your money is tied up in your current property?

The Brydon & Ives Team has the solution! In partnership with Compass, we can now provide you access to bridge loans at highly competitive rates with no out-of-pocket costs for up to 6 months! Call us to find out more!

Call us to find out more! 925.285.8336

Best Suburbs in CA – Lafayette, Moraga & Orinda Each in Top 20

Niche agrees with the Brydon & Ives Team. Their 2019 list is out and Lafayette, Moraga and Orinda ALL made it into the list of Best CA Suburbs to Raise a Family (AND all are in the top 20!). There really is no better place! Call us to find out why we love where we live.

#7 – Moraga
#18 – Lafayette
#19 – Orinda

www.niche.com/places-to-live/search/best-suburbs-for-families/s/california/ 

Just Listed – 1096 Oak Hill Road, Lafayette

URBAN. MODERN. VIEWS.

✔️Perched on top of the world with stunning views of Mt. Diablo

✔️Tucked back off long driveway with serene privacy

✔️Chic modern design

✔️Separate guest house

✔️Surrounded by delightful yard spaces

✔️Minutes from downtown, BART, freeway, restaurants & shopping

1096oakhillroad.com Offered at $1,795,000
Open Sunday, September 15th from 1:00 – 4:00

Just Listed: 236 Scofield Drive, Moraga

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