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What is happening in the Lamorinda Real Estate Market?

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Wondering what’s up with the current real estate market in Lamorinda? Check out the these charts…

 If you think the market is flat — or even dull — think again! After the unavoidable slowdown in the Spring due to the COVID lockdown, Buyers are now actively looking for new homes to purchase.  

  • Outdoor space and pools are extremely desirable
  • Extra room is now cherished
  • A turnkey home is at the top of most Buyers’ wish lists 
  • Office space – A private, quiet place to work and do conference/Zoom calls has become a top priority
We ❤️ where we live and we are very grateful to be part of this Lamorinda community.  Don’t hesitate to pick up the phone to ask us for advice. We’d love the opportunity to help you, your friends, your coworkers and your family members buy or sell a home.
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Just Listed: Baywood Beauty with Brilliant Backyard (Lafayette)

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3362 Stage Coach Drive, Lafayette

4 Bed | 3 Bath | ±3,395 Sq Ft | ±.43 Acre | Built in 1989
Offered at $2,100,000 | 3362StageCoachDrive.com

Drive through the private gate into Baywood and experience a phenomenal neighborhood made up of approximately 86 gorgeous homes, quiet destination streets & cul-de-sacs with manicured yards that are surrounded by the beautiful hills and trails of Briones Regional Park.

3362 Stage Coach is a situated on a corner lot that flows into a cul-de-sac street. This stunning sundrenched home has been updated throughout with a coveted resort-like backyard oasis.

Sensational eat-in gourmet kitchen with skylight enjoys high-end amenities including double Dacor stainless steel ovens, Bosch dishwasher plus a second dishwasher drawer in the island, 6-burner Viking stove, U-Line Echelon ice maker, U-Line beverage center, built-in microwave and a Miele warming drawer. In addition, the kitchen enjoys extensive cabinetry and counter space, oversized island with seating and prep sink with disposal, pantry closet and a casual dining area encircled with floor to ceiling windows with a gorgeous ceiling

Lovely formal dining room off kitchen with recessed ceiling, crown molding and French doors out to backyard Trex deck for easy indoor-outdoor entertaining

Beautiful living room with recessed ceiling, fireplace and a wall of windows overlooking the backyard oasis

Spacious family room with fireplace and French door flanked by windows out to backyard paradise

Downstairs bedroom / office and separate bathroom (accessed from hallway off of family room) perfect for guests or au-pair

Upstairs bedroom wing enjoys three bedrooms including the stunning master suite, secondary hall bathroom with dual vanity and a laundry closet

Serene master suite with recessed ceiling, fireplace, walk-in closet with built-in organizers and a glass door flanked by windows out to a private balcony that overlooks the beautiful backyard and the Briones hills. Master bath enjoys two vanities, deep soaking tub, spacious shower with dual showerheads and bench and a separate water closet

Once in a lifetime dream backyard with….

  • beautiful Trex deck off dining room ideal for entertaining.
  • fabulous covered outdoor kitchen with seating, stainless steel sink, DCS grill (with rotisserie & 2 burners), wood-slat ceiling with two fans and a beautiful light fixture.
  • saltwater pool that enjoys sun shelf with anchor for an umbrella, spa that has three waterfall features. (Both enjoy solar and gas heating options)
  • built-in gas firepit with seating area
  • separate area ideal for grass/play structure/trampoline
  • exquisite landscaping
  • back gate that opens to Briones Regional Park and trails!

California indoor-outdoor living at its finest!

Additional Features:

  • 3-Car Garage
  • Electric Car Charger in Garage
  • 2-Zone Heating and Air Conditioning
  • Baywood school bus pick up for K-8

Enter To Win $50 To Cooperage

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Visit our Instagram @brydonives and “LIKE” ❤️ this post for a chance to win a $50 Cooperage Gift Certificate!

DAY 6 of our 14-day $50 Lamorinda Small Business Giveaway

Today we are spotlighting downtown Lafayette’s fabulous go-to hangout, Cooperage. Owned by local Lamorinda residents, Cooperage is known as much for their unforgettable food as for their craft cocktails. Their whole menu is delicious!!!

They are currently offering take-out. Make sure to grab our very favorite Spanish Gin & Tonic (option to replace gin with Titos!), it might be the best cocktail you’ve ever had! Please check out their website at thecoop32.com for their complete menu & call 925.298.5915 to order your next meal.

To Enter Drawing to Win $50 Cooperage Gift Certificate:
 1️⃣    ➡️Follow us @brydonives
 2️⃣    👍Like this post
 3️⃣    🙋‍Tag 2+ Lamorinda friends in the comments

Keep checking back for the next 8 days to see what tomorrow’s $50 Lamorinda small business giveaway will be!

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LIVE WHERE YOU LOVE. LOVE WHERE YOU LIVE.

It Can Be Done!

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It can be done! This transaction started during the mandate and closed during the mandate. Our priority is making sure all safety precautions and CCAR rules are closely followed. Excited for our wonderful buyers as they start their next chapter enjoying sensational Mt Diablo views!

The Brydon & Ives Team is here to support you in any way we can! Call us if you have questions about buying or selling in this market, bi@brydonivesteam.com /925.788.8345

Live Where You Love. Love Where You Live.

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.

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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

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

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    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

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    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/