﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Latest properties on the market from Ira &amp; Carol Serkes CRS, ABR, GRI, ePro 500, SRES.</title><link>http://www.2564BuenaVista.com</link><description>The latest properties on the market in Berkeley California.</description><item><title>2 Bedroom 2 + Bathroom Craftsman, Sold $726,300</title><link>http://www.690colusa.com</link><category>Real Estate</category><generator>AgencyLogic.com</generator><description>Architecturally distinctive two story Craftsman is located in Berkeley’s wonderful Thousand Oaks neighborhood, just six blocks from the top of Solano shops, restaurants and movie theater. 

Glowing golden wood details throughout: formal dining room built-ins; French doors; window and ceiling trim; elegant central staircase. 

On the main living level: spacious center hall; half bath off the main entry; living room with gas starter fireplace and bay window; refinished softwood floors in kitchen; laundry area and an understairs pantry. French doors open to a small patio and front garden.

On the second level: a master suite with clawfoot tub; second bedroom and second full shower bath upstairs. 

Carport space for one car and a partial basement. Low pest report and recent upgrading of earthquake retrofit work done in 2004; some windows have been replaced with dual paned glass; recent painting of interior spaces and exterior trim. 

Easy public transportation to San Francisco via nearby express bus stop.  Walk Score of 85 - “Very Walkable” from walkscore.com 

Neighborhood information at 1000oaksneighborhood.com

MLS #40430672; Built: 1925;  Home: 1,758 Sq. Ft.; Lot Size: 3,080 Sq. Ft.

Source: Public Records: Please Note: Square Footage Is Not Guaranteed By Sellers or Agents.</description><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom, Sold $680,000</title><link>http://www.1217ordway.com</link><category>Real Estate</category><generator>AgencyLogic.com</generator><description>First - some words from the sellers:

Here are just a few of the things Ted and Debbie love about living here.

This is a wonderful neighborhood and a great house.  The neighbors are friendly and there is a real sense of community.   We love the convenience to local markets, restaurants, and public transportation - and downtown Berkeley is about a mile away.

We shop almost daily at the nearby Berkeley Natural Grocery, Monterey Fish Market, and Monterey Market. Be sure to check out the Country Cheese Market and Magnani's Poultry.  Gioia's Pizza is the best thin crust pizza around and don't forget Lalime's!    We are sad to be leaving, but we are very happy to be moving closer to our two daughters who both live on the East Coast.  

And more about 1217 Ordway, and the Westbrae/Northbrae Neighborhood:

Spanish/Med bungalow in a great location near Northbrae/Westbrae shops and North Berkeley BART Station

Living room has vaulted ceiling, archway entry to formal dining room, wood burning fireplace; Updated kitchen and bath; glass-paned cabinetry, pull out pantry; recessed lighting; loads of counter space and storage; stack washer/dryer in kitchen closet; Kitchen opens through newer French doors to deck and level back garden; Hall skylight; newer refrigerator, hardwood floors; Detached garage with bonus room; Recent earthquake retrofit done; sewer lateral in compliance.

MLS #40425743 Built: 1926  Home 1,195 Square Feet Lot Size: 4,788 Square Feet
Square Feet Source: Public Records Square Footage Not Guaranteed By Sellers or Agents

Neighborhood information at http://berkeleyhomes.com/neighborhoods/berkeley/northbrae_westbrae.html

DRE License #
01143916 Carol Serkes
00936453 Ira Serkes</description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>2 + Bedroom 2 Bathroom Spanish Med, Sold $900,000</title><link>http://www.2564BuenaVista.com</link><category>Real Estate</category><generator>AgencyLogic.com</generator><description>Romantic Spanish/Med with bridge &amp; bay views has been artfully remodeled.  Located Northside, not far from University of California &amp; wonderful Berkeley shops &amp; restaurants!  

In the space that was originally an outdoor courtyard, an enclosed sunsplashed atrium is now the heart of this lovely 1931 home.   

Open &amp; bright, with sunlit main living level space: two sided gas/ceramic log fireplace; built-ins; cathedral ceiling with carved &amp; painted trusses; elegant custom lighting &amp; period fixtures.  

Split-level with bedrooms &amp; baths upstairs; two master suites: one has a fireplace, two closets &amp; bonus space with views to the atrium below; second bedroom opens through an iron gate to a landscaped terraced garden that features winding paths, flagstone terraces, lily pond, waterfalls &amp; exterior lighting!   

Recent interior eco-paint; exterior painting; new stainless appliances, range hood exhaust fan &amp; limestone counter; careful attention paid to preserving classic details: iron frame windows throughout &amp; some have been reconditioned &amp; reglazed; re-tiled bath;   

Mexican tile &amp; rustic wood details; wall sconces; copper gutters &amp; downspouts.   

Detached enclosed one car garage.   

Structural/seismic/systems upgrades over the last three years include foundation per engineering recommendations &amp; 100 amp electrical service. 

To the west and down the hill....Chez Panisse, French Hotel, Epicurious and more great North Berkeley shops and restaurants.

On UC Berkeley’s Northside of campus with easy access to : Lawrence Berkeley Labs; Greek Theater; Cal Stadium; Maxwell Field; Haas Business School; Boalt Hall and Euclid Avenue shops; La Val’s Pizza; Analog Books; Celia’s Mexican Restaurant. 

There are 3 nearby bus lines. The 65 and 52L bus take you to the Downtown Berkeley BART Station. The 52L loops right around most of the UC Berkeley Campus, and the F line goes to San Francisco.   Sq.Ft.: 1,970 (per building permit application &amp; architectural plans); Lot: 6,120; Built: 1931:   

Square footage not verified or guaranteed by seller or agent. 

Neighborhood information at http://www.berkeleyhomes.com/neighborhoods/berkeley/uc-northside-southside.html</description><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>