Michael Friedman, East Bay Realtor
Michael Friedman, East Bay Realtor
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Living in Berkeley, CA Living in Berkeley, CA
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Living in Piedmont, CA Living in Piedmont, CA
Living in El Cerrito, CA Living in El Cerrito, CA
Living in Kensington, CA Living in Kensington, CA
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Client Testimonials

"Thanks for being there every step of the way. It was actually fun!" - Andy Chamberlin

 

"As I told you when we first met, the most important thing to us was trust. We wanted to find a realtor who would be looking out for our best interests and always available. You met and exceeded this challenge. When it's time to move again, we sincerely hope that we can renew our partnership."
- Diane & Eric Straight

 

"Overall, Michael was a calming presence during a very hectic and exciting time. We would call him again in a second for buying or selling." - Johanna Gendelman & Jason Albertson

 

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East Bay, CA Real Estate from Michael Friedman, Realtor

I'm ready to help you sell or buy your dream East Bay home in Oakland, Berkeley, Piedmont, Albany, El Cerrito or Kensington, California.


My Featured East Bay Home Listings

 

2512 9th Street #11

Open Sunday!  2512 9th Street #11, West Berkeley 

Santa Fe Urban, True Live/Work Loft offered at $575,000

The original Berkeley loft, combining real industrial details and numerous artistan touches, is filled with light. A private roof deck overlooks the local art community.  www.2512NinthSt.com


 

4032 Norton Avenue

Sold, with two offers!  4032 Norton Avenue, Oakland, Upper Laurel 

Cool Mid-Century Modern Offered at $535,000

Sweeping views of San Francisco Bay from this stylish and tranquil home. Spacious grounds are ideal for inside/outside living.  www.4032Norton.com


 

670 Vernon #204

SOLD!  670 Vernon #303, Oakland, near Piedmont Avenue 

Elegant Condominium Offered at $485,000

Sophisticated, spacious 2BR/2BA suites overlooking The Rose Garden. A sophisticated, tranquil home, centrally located, in one of Oakland's finest residences.  www.670Vernon303.com


6980 Pinehaven Road Sold, with three offers! 6980 Pinehaven Road, Montclair, Oakland 

Contemporary Hillside Retreat offered at $539,000.

Light and airy, surrounded by nature, this chic 2+/2 looks like Lake Tahoe and feels like a New York loft. Lots of storage, immaculate condition, near Montclair Village and BART. www.6980PinehavenRd.com


5351 Lawton AvenueSold! 5351 Lawton Avenue, Rockridge, Oakland 

Newly-built Stylish Contemporary Craftsman offered at $1,295,000

Perfectly located in Central Rockridge, this spacious one-of-a-kind home has 3++BR/2.5BA. Featuring a huge European kitchen, dramatic master suite and many Green features it's near everything. www.5351Lawton.com


670 Vernon #204Sold! 670 Vernon #204, Oakland, near Piedmont Avenue 

Elegant Condominium Offered at $565,000

Sophisticated, spacious 2BR+/2B plus den overlooking The Rose Garden. A sophisticated, sunny home, centrally located, in one of Oakland's finest residences. 


3300 Claremont Avenue Sold! 3300 Claremont Avenue, Claremont, Berkeley

Grand Prairie-Style Traditional offered at $975,000  

Spacious and gracious, this 3+BR/3BA residence is ideally located in the heart of Rockridge, Claremont and Elmwood, near BART. Beautifully updated kitchen and baths, it's an urban oasis with lush gardens.


499 Colusa Avenue Sold! 499 Colusa Avenue, Thousand Oaks, Berkeley

Romantic Mediterranean Bungalow offered at $785,000  

Spacious, sunny and pristine with remodeled chef's kitchen and updated baths in coveted neighborhood. Bonus room, artist studio and lovely gardens off kitchen. 


3977 GreenwoodSold!  3977 Greenwood, Glenview, Oakland

Sophisticated Craftsman Bungalow offered at $649,000

Featuring numerous upgrades while preserving the classic bungalow architecture, this 2+BR/1BA home sits on a sunny knoll with lovely views and outlooks in the highly desireable Glenview District.


5842 Virmar AvenueSold with Four Offers!  5842 Virmar Avenue, Oakland, in Rockridge

A Rockridge classic offered at $895,000

Set in a prime location on a quiet, one-block street, this spacious home offers three BRs, three bonus rooms and two BAs. Featuring box beam ceilings and two fireplaces. 


3 Orchard 3 Orchard Lane, Berkeley, on Lower Panoramic Hill

Sold with multiple offers! Originally offered at $995,000

The historic H.F. Jackson House with sweeping Bay views was designed by E.G. Bangs with inspiration from Bernard Maybeck. Remarkable grounds, 5 fireplaces, 4 BRs needs TLC. 


195 Roble Road 195 Roble Road, Oakland, in Claremont/Rockridge

Sold with six offers! Originally offered at $1,125,000.

Custom architect-designed mini-villa on a naturally-landscaped garden parcel. Dramatic inside-outside flow with soaring cathedral ceiling. Truly one-of-a-kind and near everything.


1711 Rose St. 1711 Rose Street, Berkeley, in Northbrae

Sold with 10 offers! Originally offered at $595,000.

Contemporary remodel in the fabulous Gourmet Ghetto is waiting for rejuvenation. Two+ BRs, 2 BAs with large bonus space downstairs on a huge premium lot. 


My Years of East Bay Real Estate Experience are at Your Disposal
When buying or selling your East Bay home, I provide you with the expert negotiating skills, attention to detail and market expertise that comes with many years of success. By investing my commitment, positive attitude and character into every transaction, you will feel confident that your East Bay real estate goals will be met.

Working with someone you trust during this major life decision assures you that your best interests will always come first. With me, you will be choosing a realtor whose family name has been the hallmark of customer service in the East Bay since 1923.

As a life-long East Bay, California resident, the extraordinary personality and history of the Oakland and Berkeley area is a part of me, and I embrace its distinctive blend of classic and contemporary viewpoints. Whether it is cultural or architectural, the rich diversity we enjoy weaves a tapestry, which has for generations made us unique. I look forward to sharing my knowledge of this special community, my experience as a realtor and my passion for legendary service.


What's it like to live in the East Bay Area?

Please make use of the local guides I've assembled on the six East Bay cities and towns I know best. Whether you are a local, or are moving to the East Bay from another part of California, another state, or another country, these guides will give you a sense of the distinctive flavor of each of these great places to live.

Berkeley, California Berkeley, California
Albany, California Albany, California
El Cerrito, California El Cerrito, California
Oakland, California Oakland, California
Piedmont, California Piedmont, California
Kensington, California Kensington, California