Derek D. Rodrigues, Real Agent

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1251 Cornell Avenue, Berkeley Westbrae Neighborhood 2 Bedroooms 1 Bathroom... Large Attic Space Living Space 806 SqFt Lot 3,300 SqFt Welcome to 1251 Cornell Avenue, a Charming Home Full of Natural Light in the Lovely Neighborhood of Westbrae. Showcasing a Large, Flat Backyard with Peaceful, Private Recreation and Entertaining Spaces, Raised Garden Beds for Fruits and Vegetables. Features Include Newly Refinished Hardwood Floors, Freshly Painted Interior and Exterior, Newer Roof + Gutters, Replaced Backyard Shed, Windows and Skylights. Spacious Upgraded Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances and Miele Washer + Dryer. Home has been Meticulously Maintained and Cared for with the Foundation being Bolted in 2016. Offering Convenient Access to 580, 80, 13, BART, UC Berkeley, Whole Foods, Acme Bread, Shopping, Parks, Top-Rated Schools, and Much More. Gorgeously Refinished Hardwood Floor Freshly Painted Interior + Exterior Newer Roof Installed in 2017 Foundation Bolted in 2016 Wide Solid Wood Door Cozy Family Room Formal Dining Room with Art Lighting Track Lamps Perfectly Located Kitchen with Bay Window Toward the Backyard with Access Door Stainless Steel Appliances Four Top Gas Cooktop with Griddle Encased Garden Window Miele Washer + Dryer Located Inside Large Attic Space with Retracting Attic Stairs Perfect for Storage Wonderfully Lit Bedrooms with Plenty of Natural Light Functional Bathroom with Recessed Mirror + Medicine Cabinet Shower Over Tub with Glass Door Enclosure Spacious Backyard with Great Deck Perfect for Entertaining and Outdoor Meals Custom Raised Planter Beds Pepper Tree + 2 Plum Trees Newly Installed Back Fence Storage Shed Spacious Side Yard with Gate Access Perfect for Boat/RV Parking Easy Access to 580, 80, 13, BART, UC Berkeley, Whole Foods, Acme Bread, Shopping, Parks, Top-Rated Schools Less than 1 Mile to North Berkeley Bart Station Information Deemed Reliable | Buyer to Verify @ Berkeley, California

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Moving with your pet? Make the transition less frightening by putting out their food, water and toys before they come in the house.

91,000 homeowners across the country regained positive home equity in Q1 of 2017!

It can be tempting to tap into your home equity line to make improvements or take a vacation. Here are the do's and don'ts! http://bit.ly/EquityDosDonts

Sometimes a little change can be a great way to spice up your home! Check out these easy remodelling projects that won't break the bank: bit.ly/CheapRemodelingIdeas

Adding a new deck can help your home stand out to potential buyers! Not only is it a project with a nice ROI, it also provides additional social space and enhances your yard!

If you are trying to get a mortgage in the near future, do not make any changes to your credit profile. Switching credit cards or payment plans can make it more difficult to get pre-approved!

Color psychology is important when designing your interior! Green can make a room instantly soothing and never goes out of style!

House hunting? You may think you'll remember all the homes you see, but it's easy for them to blend together. Bring a notebook and take notes on each house to avoid forgetting details!

Happy 4th of July! Wishing you a fun day of family and fireworks!

Emotions have a bigger role in buying and selling than you may think! Have a look at the psychology behind the process here: bit.ly/PsychOfBuying

Homes are getting bigger! Last year, 40% of homes that were sold had at least 3 bathrooms!

The best smart homes are the ones that don't appear to be flooded with technology! These tips can make sure your home is not only smart but also stylish: bit.ly/SmartHomeStyle

Looking for a way to positively impact your home's appraisal? Keeping a list of any updates you've made to the house can make the process easier!

If you're looking to move into a newly constructed home, it's time to buy! Permits for new homes are decreasing, causing a shortage in supply and an increase in prices.

You can increase your home's value by $2000 or more by painting your living room beige or taupe!