Real Estate
Do you know someone who is looking to move into the neighborhood? If so, this is the place to look! Below are homes that are currently listed for sale or have recently sold within the neighborhood.
Make sure to click on Property Search to find new and exciting homes in the neighborhood and Check Your Home's Value to discover the current value of your home! If you are thinking of selling or just curious about your home’s value, feel free to give me a call, and I would be happy to give you a FREE MARKET ANALYSIS. "Follow the Yellow Brick Road....Because... There's No Place Like Home" call DOROTHY (925)455-7007 Click here for Dorothy's latest testimonial!  1332 Bordeaux Street $980,000 - JUST SOLD 
Pleasanton - Kottinger Ranch -$650,000 to $2,500,000 Built by Westbrook Homes from 1992 to 2000, this luxurious community is set in the rolling hills East of downtown Pleasanton. The main development has one and 2 story homes ranging from 2700 sq feet to over 4000 sq ft, with large lots in the 1/3 to 1/2 acre range or more. All have 3 car garages, and several have sweeping views of the hills and the city. There are several custom lots that were developed in addition to the homes by Westbrook. These homes are typically 3500 sq ft up to 5000 or more sq ft, with premium lots. There are also smaller single story patio homes ranging in size from 1500 to 2000 sq ft on smaller 5000 to 7000 sq ft lots. Kottinger Ranch boasts excellent community amenities, including a community pool, tennis courts, and private hiking trails. It has sidewalks and is within walking distance of Vintage Hills Elementary School. School Information: Here are the schools for the Kottinger Ranch neighborhood. Click on the school name to go to the school's web site. Elementary School: Vintage Hills Elementary Middle School: Pleasanton Middle School High School: Foothill High School Pleasanton, California has been selected by Newsmax Magazine in their May 2009 edition, as one of the Top 25 Cities & Towns with the Best American Values. This special ranking of the Top 25 Cities and Towns was compiled by Newsmax editors in conjunction with Peter Greenberg, the Travel Editor of NBC's Today Show, and a New York Times best-selling author. Please contact Dorothy Broderson (925)963-8800 for a copy or email link to this announcement. 
3263 Vineyard Ave. #188, Pleasanton REDUCED to $210,000 Close to shopping and Pleasanton downtown, safe quiet community.only 2 yrs young, shows like new. many upgrades. no yard to maintain, small flower garden space.Sliding glass door to deck, gas fireplace in Family room, eat in kitchen nook,skylight. Call Dorothy at 925-963-8800 for an appointment. 
3263 Vineyard Ave #183, Pleasanton $225,000 SOLD Remodeled, carpets 2008, wood floors 2008, upgrades galore, large private secluded lot, elegant fountain, parking for 5 cars, 8 jet tub in large remodeled master bath, skylight, shed w/electricity, window & fan, additional storage shed & 3 season porch/office. 
Ask your Assessor - if your home is worth less than you paid, chances are you can get a temporary reduction in your property taxes. It’s free and easy to do yourself. Assessors in some Bay Area counties hit hard by the housing downturn – Contra Costa, Alameda, Santa Clara and Solano – are automatically reviewing homes purchased in the past few years to see if the homeowner qualifies for a cut in assessed value for 2008-09. Even in these counties, homeowners who think their home’s market value on Jan. 1 was lower than the assessed value on their last property tax bill can ask for a review. You can call or write your assessor’s office or download a form from their Web site and mail it to the assessor. To provide tax relief the assessor will be looking at recent sales in your area that are comparable to your home. If the homeowner and the assessor cannot agree on a value through this information process, the homeowner can file a formal appeal with the county’s assessment appeals board, which will have the final say on the property’s value. Tax Appeal Form Information Guide I am among the elite 1-2% of real estate professionals who are willing to have their customer satisfaction record publicly available. Most sales agents aren’t willing to subscribe to the high standards set by QSC that I have chosen to follow. Trained in Quality Service Delivery I am among a select group of real estate professionals who have completed training and certification (QSC) related specifically to quality service and customer satisfaction, and who have committed to ongoing service excellence meeting the highest standards in the real estate industry. Consumer Focus The sale or purchase of your home is one of the most important financial and personal decisions you will ever make. Working with a QSC real estate professional who is consistent, reliable, accountable and responsive assures you a better experience. Greater Satisfaction Clients of real estate agents with the QSC professional credential experience significantly greater satisfaction in their real estate sale or purchase experience - and are 67% less likely to be dissatisfied (according to statistics compiled by Leading Research Corporation). Your Assurance of Quality After your purchase or sale, you will have the opportunity to fill out a survey on my service that becomes a part of my permanent record for all to see. The entire survey process is administered by an independent research company, and is not conducted by my brokerage. Trust your instincts and go with a realtor you can TRUST and brings VALUE to your real estate transactions. By the way…I’m never too busy for your referrals!  Price and condition are the two most important factors in selling a home, even in a down market. The first step is to price your home correctly. Use comparative sales information from your agent, or pay for a professional appraiser (usually $200 to $300), to objectively evaluate your home's worth. Second, go through the house and repair any obvious cosmetic defects that could deter a buyer. In a down market, you may have to consider lowering your price and/or making a major repair, such as replacing the roof, in order to lure a buyer. Also, make sure that your home is getting the exposure it deserves through open houses, broker open houses, advertising, good signage and a listing on the local multiple listing service or online listings provider. If this isn't happening, take it up with your agent or agent's broker. If you are still not satisfied you are getting the service you need, you may have to switch agents.   |
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