BERKELEY

Berkeley is a highly desirable location in the bay area. It is internationally known for UC Berkeley, it’s cultural diversity, progressive values, and good school system.

World-class restaurants, cafes, bookstores, movie theaters, and music/theatre venues make Berkeley an inspiring place to live. Tilden Regional Park, the largest of the many Berkeley outdoor areas, is located in North Berkeley, encompasses 2,065 miles of trails, meadows, and forests. 

There are three BART stations throughout Berkeley and easy access to freeways. 

Below are more detailed descriptions of the Berkeley neighborhoods.

Berkeley neighborhoods

BERKELEY HILLS

With its spectacular bay views, big trees, and many impressive homes, Berkeley Hills is a very desirable place to live. There are very few commercial businesses in the Hills, but there is a lot of hiking in its numerous parks. Architecturally, it’s a mix of house styles ranging from Craftsmen Bungalows to Mediterranean Villas. 

THOUSAND OAKS

Located in the northern section of North Berkeley, this town was created with the hillside environment in mind, surrounded by lush plants, colorful flowers, and mature oak trees (thus the name). Many houses have sweeping views of the Bay.

Thousand Oaks is home to magnificent property, including superior Craftsman bungalows, brown shingled homes, and Spanish, Tudor, and French Provincial style period revivals.

Solano Avenue, the area’s commerce center, has an abundance of shops, restaurants, and an arthouse movie theater.

Outside dining on 4th Street, Berkeley, CA

PANORAMIC HILL

Named “Berkeley’s most romantic neighborhood” by the Berkeley Architectural Heritage Association, Panoramic Hills is a residential enclave near the university. Known for its rustic, natural landscape, canyons, pathways, winding roads, it’s an easy walk down to the university. The architecture is varied and includes a Frank Lloyd Wright-designed home.

ELMWOOD

Elmwood is where you’ll see the famous shingled homes of Berkeley. Home to some of the finest Edwardian and Victorian architecture examples, Elmwood offers a self-contained community with its commercial street (an extension of Rockridge’s College Ave.) and access to two BART stations. It’s a very sought-after and high-priced area.

CLAREMONT

Claremont is the pinnacle of upscale Bay Area living. You’ll find stately homes, tree-lined streets, and hidden pathways very close to San Francisco and just a few minutes to College Avenue. Many of these impressive residences come with world-class gardens.

The area’s landmark building is the Claremont Club & Spa. Developed in 1915 as a fog-free getaway from San Francisco, those seeking an upscale getaway are attracted to the Club with a small commercial street with specialty shops and restaurants.

UC BERKELEY / SOUTHSIDE

South of the Berkeley Campus, this student-oriented area is colorful and vibrant, with an abundance of cafes, bookstores, and ethnic restaurants lining Telegraph Avenue and restored Victorians, shingled cottages, and upscale bungalow homes. Home to the infamous People’s Park, walking in the area is sure to bring back memories of photos seen in the protest photos of the ’60s and ’70s.

NORTHBRAE

Northbrae is known for its panoramic views, rock parks, and lush foliage in the Berkeley foothills. The original developer of the area was a member of the Sierra Club, and he promoted environmentally-oriented street plans to take advantage of the natural landscape. Community gems are Indian Rock Park and the Arlington Circle Fountain. The nearby Monterey Market is a desirable grocery boasting some of the best fresh produce in the Bay Area.

WESTBRAE

Located in North Berkeley around the intersection of Santa Fe and Gilman streets, it is home to more affordable housing than other areas of North Berkeley. You’ll find a beautiful community garden, parks, and playgrounds, making it an excellent place for young families.

OCEAN VIEW / FOURTH STREET / WEST BERKELEY

Investment and renovation have transformed this frontier area into the upscale Fourth Street retail district with its renowned restaurants and shops. You can’t miss Bette’s Oceanview Diner! Homes in the area are early Victorians, Craftsman bungalows, and older shingled cottages from the 1910s to the 1930s.

Berkeley, CA

GOURMET GHETTO

This area includes some of the finest neighborhoods and restaurants in the Bay Area. The world-famous Chez Panisse restaurant is here as well as the original Peet’s.

Many architecturally notable homes in this area include detailed Queen Anne Victorians and Berkeley shingled-style homes. Near UC Berkeley, this area is particularly desirable among professors and those associated with the University.

UC Berkeley Gates, Berkeley, CA

CENTRAL BERKELEY

Central Berkeley offers residents a mixture of an urban vibe, quiet tree-lined streets, and many restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. The south section of Central Berkeley is near Ashby BART.

The architecture consists of cottages, Craftsmen, and older Edwardian and Victorian homes. Many homes have extensive yards on flat and gently sloping land. Poet’s Corner in southwest Central Berkeley contains streets named after poets; Browning, Byron, Chaucer, Poe, to name a few.

SOUTH BERKELEY / LORIN

One of Berkeley’s most accessible and affordable neighborhoods, South Berkeley has witnessed a lot of renovation over the past several years. Welcoming parks and the addition of quite a few restaurants and cafes, this area have made it a desirable place to buy a home. You’ll find older bungalows and some glorious one- and two-story Victorians — home to the famous Berkeley Bowl grocery.

Ashby BART is within walking distance from many homes, and it hosts a popular flea market on the weekends. South Berkeley is a fun place to live.

BERKELEY

Berkeley is a highly desirable location in the bay area. It is internationally known for UC Berkeley, it’s cultural diversity, progressive values, and good school system.

World-class restaurants, cafes, bookstores, movie theaters, and music/theatre venues make Berkeley an inspiring place to live. Tilden Regional Park, the largest of the many Berkeley outdoor areas, is located in North Berkeley, encompasses 2,065 miles of trails, meadows, and forests. 

There are three BART stations throughout Berkeley and easy access to freeways. 

Below are more detailed descriptions of the Berkeley neighborhoods.

Berkeley neighborhoods

BERKELEY HILLS

With its spectacular bay views, big trees, and many impressive homes, Berkeley Hills is a very desirable place to live. There are very few commercial businesses in the Hills, but there is a lot of hiking in its numerous parks. Architecturally, it’s a mix of house styles ranging from Craftsmen Bungalows to Mediterranean Villas. 

THOUSAND OAKS

Located in the northern section of North Berkeley, this town was created with the hillside environment in mind, surrounded by lush plants, colorful flowers, and mature oak trees (thus the name). Many houses have sweeping views of the Bay.

Thousand Oaks is home to magnificent property, including superior Craftsman bungalows, brown shingled homes, and Spanish, Tudor, and French Provincial style period revivals.

Solano Avenue, the area’s commerce center, has an abundance of shops, restaurants, and an arthouse movie theater.

Outside dining on 4th Street, Berkeley, CA

PANORAMIC HILL

Named “Berkeley’s most romantic neighborhood” by the Berkeley Architectural Heritage Association, Panoramic Hills is a residential enclave near the university. Known for its rustic, natural landscape, canyons, pathways, winding roads, it’s an easy walk down to the university. The architecture is varied and includes a Frank Lloyd Wright-designed home.

ELMWOOD

Elmwood is where you’ll see the famous shingled homes of Berkeley. Home to some of the finest Edwardian and Victorian architecture examples, Elmwood offers a self-contained community with its commercial street (an extension of Rockridge’s College Ave.) and access to two BART stations. It’s a very sought-after and high-priced area.

CLAREMONT

Claremont is the pinnacle of upscale Bay Area living. You’ll find stately homes, tree-lined streets, and hidden pathways very close to San Francisco and just a few minutes to College Avenue. Many of these impressive residences come with world-class gardens.

The area’s landmark building is the Claremont Club & Spa. Developed in 1915 as a fog-free getaway from San Francisco, those seeking an upscale getaway are attracted to the Club with a small commercial street with specialty shops and restaurants.

UC BERKELEY / SOUTHSIDE

South of the Berkeley Campus, this student-oriented area is colorful and vibrant, with an abundance of cafes, bookstores, and ethnic restaurants lining Telegraph Avenue and restored Victorians, shingled cottages, and upscale bungalow homes. Home to the infamous People’s Park, walking in the area is sure to bring back memories of photos seen in the protest photos of the ’60s and ’70s.

NORTHBRAE

Northbrae is known for its panoramic views, rock parks, and lush foliage in the Berkeley foothills. The original developer of the area was a member of the Sierra Club, and he promoted environmentally-oriented street plans to take advantage of the natural landscape. Community gems are Indian Rock Park and the Arlington Circle Fountain. The nearby Monterey Market is a desirable grocery boasting some of the best fresh produce in the Bay Area.

WESTBRAE

Located in North Berkeley around the intersection of Santa Fe and Gilman streets, it is home to more affordable housing than other areas of North Berkeley. You’ll find a beautiful community garden, parks, and playgrounds, making it an excellent place for young families.

OCEAN VIEW / FOURTH STREET / WEST BERKELEY

Investment and renovation have transformed this frontier area into the upscale Fourth Street retail district with its renowned restaurants and shops. You can’t miss Bette’s Oceanview Diner! Homes in the area are early Victorians, Craftsman bungalows, and older shingled cottages from the 1910s to the 1930s.

Berkeley, CA

GOURMET GHETTO

This area includes some of the finest neighborhoods and restaurants in the Bay Area. The world-famous Chez Panisse restaurant is here as well as the original Peet’s.

Many architecturally notable homes in this area include detailed Queen Anne Victorians and Berkeley shingled-style homes. Near UC Berkeley, this area is particularly desirable among professors and those associated with the University.

UC Berkeley Gates, Berkeley, CA

CENTRAL BERKELEY

Central Berkeley offers residents a mixture of an urban vibe, quiet tree-lined streets, and many restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. The south section of Central Berkeley is near Ashby BART.

The architecture consists of cottages, Craftsmen, and older Edwardian and Victorian homes. Many homes have extensive yards on flat and gently sloping land. Poet’s Corner in southwest Central Berkeley contains streets named after poets; Browning, Byron, Chaucer, Poe, to name a few.

SOUTH BERKELEY / LORIN

One of Berkeley’s most accessible and affordable neighborhoods, South Berkeley has witnessed a lot of renovation over the past several years. Welcoming parks and the addition of quite a few restaurants and cafes, this area have made it a desirable place to buy a home. You’ll find older bungalows and some glorious one- and two-story Victorians — home to the famous Berkeley Bowl grocery.

Ashby BART is within walking distance from many homes, and it hosts a popular flea market on the weekends. South Berkeley is a fun place to live.

BERKELEY

Berkeley is a highly desirable location in the bay area. It is internationally known for UC Berkeley, it’s cultural diversity, progressive values, and good school system.

World-class restaurants, cafes, bookstores, movie theaters, and music/theatre venues make Berkeley an inspiring place to live. Tilden Regional Park, the largest of the many Berkeley outdoor areas, is located in North Berkeley, encompasses 2,065 miles of trails, meadows, and forests.

There are three BART stations throughout Berkeley and easy access to freeways.

Below are more detailed descriptions of the Berkeley neighborhoods.

Berkeley neighborhoods

BERKELEY HILLS

With its spectacular bay views, big trees, and many impressive homes, Berkeley Hills is a very desirable place to live. There are very few commercial businesses in the Hills, but there is a lot of hiking in its numerous parks. Architecturally, it’s a mix of house styles ranging from Craftsmen Bungalows to Mediterranean Villas. 

THOUSAND OAKS

Located in the northern section of North Berkeley, this town was created with the hillside environment in mind, surrounded by lush plants, colorful flowers, and mature oak trees (thus the name). Many houses have sweeping views of the Bay.

Thousand Oaks is home to magnificent property, including superior Craftsman bungalows, brown shingled homes, and Spanish, Tudor, and French Provincial style period revivals.

Solano Avenue, the area’s commerce center, has an abundance of shops, restaurants, and an arthouse movie theater.

Outside dining on 4th Street, Berkeley, CA

PANORAMIC HILL

Named “Berkeley’s most romantic neighborhood” by the Berkeley Architectural Heritage Association, Panoramic Hills is a residential enclave near the university. Known for its rustic, natural landscape, canyons, pathways, winding roads, it’s an easy walk down to the university. The architecture is varied and includes a Frank Lloyd Wright-designed home.

ELMWOOD

Elmwood is where you’ll see the famous shingled homes of Berkeley. Home to some of the finest Edwardian and Victorian architecture examples, Elmwood offers a self-contained community with its commercial street (an extension of Rockridge’s College Ave.) and access to two BART stations. It’s a very sought-after and high-priced area.

CLAREMONT

Claremont is the pinnacle of upscale Bay Area living. You’ll find stately homes, tree-lined streets, and hidden pathways very close to San Francisco and just a few minutes to College Avenue. Many of these impressive residences come with world-class gardens.

The area’s landmark building is the Claremont Club & Spa. Developed in 1915 as a fog-free getaway from San Francisco, those seeking an upscale getaway are attracted to the Club with a small commercial street with specialty shops and restaurants.

UC BERKELEY / SOUTHSIDE

South of the Berkeley Campus, this student-oriented area is colorful and vibrant, with an abundance of cafes, bookstores, and ethnic restaurants lining Telegraph Avenue and restored Victorians, shingled cottages, and upscale bungalow homes. Home to the infamous People’s Park, walking in the area is sure to bring back memories of photos seen in the protest photos of the ’60s and ’70s.

NORTHBRAE

Northbrae is known for its panoramic views, rock parks, and lush foliage in the Berkeley foothills. The original developer of the area was a member of the Sierra Club, and he promoted environmentally-oriented street plans to take advantage of the natural landscape. Community gems are Indian Rock Park and the Arlington Circle Fountain. The nearby Monterey Market is a desirable grocery boasting some of the best fresh produce in the Bay Area.

WESTBRAE

Located in North Berkeley around the intersection of Santa Fe and Gilman streets, it is home to more affordable housing than other areas of North Berkeley. You’ll find a beautiful community garden, parks, and playgrounds, making it an excellent place for young families.

OCEAN VIEW / FOURTH STREET / WEST BERKELEY

Investment and renovation have transformed this frontier area into the upscale Fourth Street retail district with its renowned restaurants and shops. You can’t miss Bette’s Oceanview Diner! Homes in the area are early Victorians, Craftsman bungalows, and older shingled cottages from the 1910s to the 1930s.

Berkeley, CA

GOURMET GHETTO

This area includes some of the finest neighborhoods and restaurants in the Bay Area. The world-famous Chez Panisse restaurant is here as well as the original Peet’s.

Many architecturally notable homes in this area include detailed Queen Anne Victorians and Berkeley shingled-style homes. Near UC Berkeley, this area is particularly desirable among professors and those associated with the University.

UC Berkeley Gates, Berkeley, CA

CENTRAL BERKELEY

Central Berkeley offers residents a mixture of an urban vibe, quiet tree-lined streets, and many restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. The south section of Central Berkeley is near Ashby BART.

The architecture consists of cottages, Craftsmen, and older Edwardian and Victorian homes. Many homes have extensive yards on flat and gently sloping land. Poet’s Corner in southwest Central Berkeley contains streets named after poets; Browning, Byron, Chaucer, Poe, to name a few.

SOUTH BERKELEY / LORIN

One of Berkeley’s most accessible and affordable neighborhoods, South Berkeley has witnessed a lot of renovation over the past several years. Welcoming parks and the addition of quite a few restaurants and cafes, this area have made it a desirable place to buy a home. You’ll find older bungalows and some glorious one- and two-story Victorians — home to the famous Berkeley Bowl grocery.

Ashby BART is within walking distance from many homes, and it hosts a popular flea market on the weekends. South Berkeley is a fun place to live.

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Here’s where Patty’s encyclopedic knowledge goes to work for you. She knows the details of each area, she understands architecture and value. She has the ability to truly listen to your needs and will help guide you to the best home for you.

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– NATE F.

NOT ONLY DOES PATTY HAVE A WEALTH OF EXPERIENCE, SHE IS EXTREMELY KNOWLEDGEABLE, ATTENTIVE AND DRIVEN

Patty found us exactly what we were looking for and kept everything on track during purchase process. She was on top of absolutely every little detail, which helped to keep our stress levels at a minimum.

My wife and I were surprised once everything was signed, sealed and delivered. We thought to ourselves… is that it? Are we really all done? So quickly and easily. We have Patty to thank for making it so. Not only does she have a wealth of experience as a Realtor, she is extremely knowledgeable, attentive, and driven. We really appreciate the time she spent with the two of us, questions she asked and guidance she provided while we were searching for our home.

ANDREW S.

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Coming from San Francisco, we weren’t sure what neighborhood was right for us. We found our dream home through Patty, and she worked tirelessly with the selling agent to get our offer accepted!

Since she is also a Realtor in San Francisco, she is outstanding about comparing areas of San Francisco to the East Bay. She guided us to places she knew we’d like. When our search got more serious, Patty spent time every week to find exactly the types of homes for us. We went to open houses together, she sent us comps, and she was honest about what we could afford and why.

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What I liked most is how she is not afraid of following up with people to keep things moving quickly and that seems essential in this market. She also has a great network of banks, mortgage providers, and contractors, et al that has helped make the process much less stressful than it can be, I’m sure. I would have no hesitation recommending Patty to my friends and family because her service has been truly excellent.

–SANDEEP

 

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Luck have it, we found a home in our dream neighborhood four days after meeting Patty, and she was on top of it right away. This was our first time buying a home and applying for a loan, so we didn’t know what to expect, but Patty made it so easy. Patty and all her contacts and connections made our 21 day close very smooth. Thanks, Patty! We highly recommend working with her.

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I’d highly recommend her to any future Bay Area buyers. She was a pleasure to work with and made everything easier by being on top of her game and extremely professional throughout the process.

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