Mortgage Rates Hit Historic Lows, Again.

As reported by Freedie Mac, the average interest rate on a 30-year mortgage has fallen again to new historic lows around 2.98%, while rates for 15-year mortgages hover around 2.58%

Interested in buying your slice of heaven in Lamorinda? Call us!

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Just Listed: Wonderland. Utopia. Paradise.

1062 Larch Avenue, Moraga
5 Bedrooms + Office | 4 Baths | ±3,986 Sq Ft | ±1.31 Acre
$3,200,000 | 1062LarchAvenue.com

Drive through the gate into this unparalleled private oasis and enjoy an exceptionally extraordinary property. An expansive front grass area with a Silver Maple tree greets you as you pull up the driveway to the 4-car garage.  This gorgeous ±3,986 square foot home is situated on a ±1.31 acre flat lot surrounded by beautiful grounds, seating and entertainment areas in every direction. Comfortable living spaces throughout, this 5 bed + office / 4 bath house is the perfect culmination of architectural significance and livability.

Welcoming formal entry with crown molding and coat closet

Stunning living room with cathedral vaulted ceiling, wood burning fireplace and three walls with windows including a glass sliding glass door out to the private side yard with seating area and in-ground spa

Spacious formal dining room with beautiful beamed ceiling, crown molding, and privacy doors that can be closed when entertaining



Fabulous great room off kitchen with skylight, wainscoting and custom built-in entertainment center flanked by built-in bench seats


Phenomenal eat-in chef’s kitchen overlooking both the driveway and backyard with built-in Sub-Zero refrigerator, 2 Bosch dishwashers, Shaw farmhouse sink, Wolf range with 4 burners + griddle + grill and custom hood, walk-in pantry, over-sized island with prep sink and seating and a built-in desk with cabinetry

Sunlit casual dining area surrounded by bay windows overlooking the incredible entertainer’s backyard

Secondary entry off the kitchen with a great mud room set up

Chic laundry room with Poplar shelf, sink, cabinetry, built-in iron and clothes drying bar

Main floor bedroom wing enjoys 3 bedrooms including a bedroom with en-suite bathroom, the master suite, and a stunning secondary bathroom with skylight, shiplap walls, gorgeous Restoration light fixture, Elemental trough sink and free-standing tub

Serene and stylish master retreat with gorgeous David Hicks wallpaper accent wall, walk-in closet plus secondary closet and French door out to the private patio with in-ground spa

Master bathroom enjoys double vanity, shower and a separate water closet with toilet and bidet

Beautiful staircase with cable and poplar wood railing up to awesome upstairs hangout that enjoys 3 bedrooms, full bathroom with double vanity and a central “hangout” room with cathedral vaulted ceiling and a poplar wall with drawers and tv

Fabulous 4-car garage – 4th bay could be a hangout space as it enjoys a built-in bar with seating and cabinetry

Backyard Paradise? Yes, Yes Yes!!!!

  • Beautiful pool with rock step diving board & wide step/shelf for young children to play
  • In-ground hot tub
  • Play structure
  • Sandbox
  • In-ground trampoline
  • Batting cage
  • Saloon playhouse
  • Sports court
  • Bocce court
  • Turf Field
  • Multiple seating/entertaining areas
  • Fire pit by pool
  • Cement pad for a ping pong table
  • Crushed granite meandering trail including mini hills for “off-roading”
  • Picnic table area under the trees
  • Vegetable garden
  • Cherry, lemon, lime, fig, pear, apple, persimmon and plum trees
  • Old barn that could be turned into a cabana, in-law/au-pair cottage or office

    As day turns to dusk, this beautiful sprawling oasis awaits you in the heart of Moraga!

Conveniently located close to town, the Farmer’s Market, top-rated schools, Moraga Ranch Pool, Rancho Laguna & Moraga Commons Parks, great hiking/horseback riding trails and the cut through to Highway 13.

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Coming Soon: Wonderland. Utopia. Paradise. (±1.31 Flat Acre)

5 BD + Office | 4 Baths | ± 3,986 Sq Ft. | ± 1.31 Flat Acre | $3,200,000

Drive through the gate into this unparalleled private oasis and enjoy an exceptionally extraordinary property. An expansive front grass area with Oak tree greets you as you pull up the driveway to the 4-car garage. This gorgeous ±3,986 sq ft home is situated on a ±1.31 acre flat lot surrounded by beautiful grounds, seating, and entertainment areas in every direction. Stylish yet comfortable living spaces throughout this 5 bed + office / 4 bath house is the perfect culmination of architectural significance and livability.
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Backyard Paradise? Yes! 
Shelter in Place? No Problem!

• Beautiful pool with rock step diving board & wide step/shelf for young children to play
• In-ground spa
• Play structure
• Sandbox
• Vegetable garden + lemon & lime trees
• In-ground trampoline
• Batting cage
• Saloon playhouse
• Full sized sports court for basketball, tennis, volleyball….
• Bocce court
• Turf field
• Multiple seating/entertaining areas
• Fire pit by pool
• Cement pad for a ping pong table
• Crushed granite meandering trail including mini hills for bike “off-roading”
• Picnic table area under the trees
• Original barn that could be turned into a pool cabana, in-law/au-pair cottage, or office

Conveniently located close to town, the Farmer’s Market, top-rated schools, Moraga Ranch Pool, Rancho Laguna & Moraga Commons Parks, great hiking/horseback riding trails and the cut through to Highway 13.

A once in a lifetime Lamorinda opportunity!

Call us for more info., 925.788.8345 / bi@brydonivesteam.com

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Real Estate Rebound & April Lamorinda Market Data

REAL ESTATE REBOUND! Over the last two weeks we have seen an upward trend in San Francisco / Bay Area homes going into contract. Using Compass technology, the Brydon & Ives Team has access to real-time market data that can be tailored to your specific needs and interests. Message us to learn more about current trends and the state of the market. *Data provided by Contra Costa Association of Realtors

Our team combines almost 40 years of Lamorinda real estate expertise. As our world rapidly changes, experience, skill and real market knowledge is the partnership you need when navigating the new market.

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Live where you love. Love where you live.

What is Lamorinda?

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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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: 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