East Bay real estate

East Bay real estate

Under the mystifying label " Corridors Zoning Update," the City of Berkeley is proposing to upzone three low-rise, low-density neighborhood shopping streets-College (the Elmwood), North Shattuck, and Solano Avenues-for mostly market-rate housing. Paired with California's State Density Bonus law, the CZU would allow up to eight stories on College, 11 stories on Solano, and 12 stories on North Shattuck. The plan has four announced goals: Expand housing capacity Support local businesses Foster equity and inclusion Promote sustainability

The Soho Society argued the casino would "represent a massive intensification of gambling and alcohol-led activity" and would encourage increased crime and anti-social behaviour. Mr Axelby dismissed these concerns, saying drinks were not expected to account for more than 7% of revenue. "At the heart of the scheme is a robust operational management plan which addresses matters such as dispersal, noise and smoking so the venue operates smoothly and respectfully," he added.

With financial assistance provided by the city, Cielo Supermarket will come to Highland Square Shopping Center next summer in an effort to provide relief to nearby residents who have been left without a neighborhood grocery store since 2019. The family-owned business is expected to occupy about half of the 58,000-square-foot commercial space that has been vacant for the past six years since the closure of Food Source.

An office building in Pleasanton was bought in a deal that cut the property's value nearly in half, records show. Real estate firms Cannae Partners and Realm teamed up to pay $8.5 million to buy the building at 4696 and 4698 Willow Rd., documents filed on Sept. 30 with the Alameda County Recorder's Office show. Deerfield Realty was the seller and provided the buying group with $4.25 million in financing at the time of the purchase, county records show.

"The average squatter," says James Jacobs, "has no melee experience." No familiarity with katana swords or other bladed weaponry. No training in kendo, iaido, or other martial arts. If anyone knows the typical combat background of a squatter, a person living in a home illegally, it's Jacobs. He runs a company called ASAP Squatter Removal, offering do-it-himself eviction services to property owners throughout the Bay Area.

The dilapidated Hilltop Mall on Richmond's northside is poised for a major makeover but city leadership, staff, nearby residents and the property owner are still divided on what exactly it should be. A draft of the Hilltop Horizon Specific Plan, a regulatory planning document meant to guide the development of 143 acres of Richmond land, was presented to the City Council Tuesday and drew support from community members who want the city to dream boldly, and pushback from others who think its vision is unrealistic.

The spacious property in the 600 block of Las Barrancas Drive in Danville was sold on Aug. 7, 2025 for $2,205,000, or $943 per square foot. The house, built in 1970, has an interior space of 2,339 square feet. This single-story home offers a spacious layout with five bedrooms and two baths. Inside, a fireplace enhances the ambiance of the living area. The property is equipped with forced air heating and central A/C.

The 1,787-square-foot property, built in 1975, was sold on Aug. 7, 2025 for $2,575,000, or $1,441 per square foot. This single-story house boasts a generous living space with four bedrooms and three bathrooms. Inside, a fireplace adds character to the home. In addition, the house features a single parking spot, providing a designated area for vehicle parking. The lot of the unit covers a substantial area of 6,000 square feet.