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LUXURY LIVING SPACES & SPECIALISTS

SEE PAGE 9 CHIC, REMODELED, DOWNTOWN WALNUT CREEK PIED-A-TERRE WITH SEPARATE OFFICE Presented by The Rita Dhillon Team with Compass DIRECT MAILED TO LUXURY HOME OWNERS, BUYERS, AND SELLERS ACROSS THE SF BAY AREA PUBLISHED BY HOMEFOLIO® | HOMEFOLIOMEDIA.COM

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2023 RECAP

$41 MIL + TOTAL SALES

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100%

TR ANSACTIONS

H APPY C L I E NTS

THANK YOU FOR A SUCCESSFUL 2023!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS,

finolafellner.com | 925.890.7807 | finola.fellner@compas s.com | DRE 01428834 5

Season’s Greetings and our sincerest gratitude to the friends and families we have had the pleasure to work with this year. We are constantly reminded of how fortunate we are to call Lamorinda home.

2023 Martin • 7300 Bruner Dr, Glenhaven • 20 Christopher Ln, Alamo • 3629 Citrus Ave, Walnut Creek • 54 Dublin Dr, Pleasant Hill • 3408 Echo Springs Rd, Lafayette • 170 Erselia Trail, Alamo • 3338 Freeman Rd, Lafayette • 3346 Freeman Rd, Lafayette

• 111 Hubbard Ave, Pleasant Hill • 1248 Larch Ave, Moraga • 5 & 7 Lark Creek, Lafayette • 726 Las Trampas Rd, Lafayette • 1056 Manzana Pl, Lafayette • 523 McBride Dr, Lafayette • 3746 Meadow Ln, Lafayette • 93 Monte Cresta Ave, Pleasant Hill

Erin Martin 925.951.3817 DRE 01922810

Darrick Martin 925.900.8218 DRE 02006564

Kaity De Souza 925.383.2353 DRE 02113390 6

Homes Sales • 631 Murray Ln, Lafayette • 3369 N Lucille Ln, Lafayette • 1655 N California Blvd, Walnut Creek • 3838 Palo Alto Dr, Lafayette • 11 Reliez Valley Ct, Lafayette • 1997 Reliez Valley Rd, Lafayette • 216 Seclusion Valley Wy, Lafayette • 224 Seclusion Valley Wy, Lafayette

$1+ Billion Sales Volume

$100+ Million Annually

• 118 Sleepy Hollow Ln, Orinda • 279 Smith Rd, Alamo • 3385 Stage Coach Dr, Lafayette • 6 West Creek Ct, Lafayette • 2716 West Newell Ave, Lafayette • 3320 Woodview Ct, Lafayette

Four Generations In Lafayette

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The Rita Dhillon Team Wishes You and Yours a Safe & Happy Holiday Season!

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Rita Dhillon

Tim Dhillon

Khush Kermanizadeh

925.570.1010 rita.dhillon@compass.com DRE 01109990

925.570.0418 tim.dhillon@compass.com DRE 01521381

925.577.3422 khush@compass.com DRE 01480990

RitaDhillonTeam.com

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JUST SOLD

JUST SOLD

3734 Shadowbrook Court, Walnut Creek

3211 Kirby Lane, Walnut Creek

5 Bed | 3.5 Bath | 3,706 Sq Ft | .69 Acre Northgate | Sport Court $2,825,000

4 Bed | 2 Bath | 2,332 Sq Ft | .24 Acre Northgate | Pool | Total Remodel

$1,800,000

C OV E R PROPERTY

PENDING

3446 Bayberry Drive, Walnut Creek

1822 Shuey Avenue, Walnut Creek

5 Bed | 2.5 Bath | 2,607 Sq Ft | .21 Acre Northgate | Woodlands $1,725,000

2 Bed | 1 Bath | 1,050 Sq Ft | .08 Acre Downtown Walnut Creek | Total Remodel Stunning Kitchen | Separate Office | Electric Car Charger $1,195,000 | 1822ShueyAve.com

#1 Agent & Team in Northgate from 2001 to 2023!* *Total Sales Volume in Northgate Per Paragon MLS

Compass is a licensed real estate broker in California and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to accuracy of any description.

All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of real estate brokerage.

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Home For The Holidays!

EXCEPTIONAL ORINDA DOWNS HOME

125 SILVER OAK TERRACE, ORINDA 5 BED | 4.5 BATH | 4,571± SQ FT | 1.11 ACRE LOT | $3,885,000 | 125SILVEROAKTERRACE.COM Welcome to this meticulously remodeled luxury home with high-end designer finishes in the picturesque Sundown Terrace neighborhood of the Orinda hills.

SOLD | 828 Camino Amigo, Danville

SOLD | 36 Alamo Springs Place, Danville

SOLD | 340 Corrie Place, Alamo

$3,675,000 | SOLD $680K OVER ASKING

$4,950,000 | SOLD $55K OVER ASKING

$4,995,000 | 340CorriePlace.com

Celeste Pacelli Broker Associate | DRE 01862387 925.395.1511 celeste@celestepacelli.com | celestepacelli.com Top 1% of Agents in Contra Costa & Alameda Counties!

Top 1.5% of All Agents Nationwide - WSJ Real Trends America’s Best Real Estate Professionals List See my 75 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ reviews on Zillow!

Compass is a real estate broker licensed by the State of California and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. License Number 01527235. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only and is compiled from sources deemed reliable but has not been verified. Changes in price, condition, sale or withdrawal may be made without notice. No statement is made as to accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footage are approximate.

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS! We are grateful to all of our buyers and sellers who entrusted us with their homes this year. Thank you! It is a privilege and an honor to have been of help.

OVER 1800

TOP 1%

OVER $1B

Homes sold in Lamorinda

Agents in Lamorinda

In Sales in Lamorinda

YOUR TOP LOCAL REAL ESTATE TEAM Anya Gorman | Lilli Rath | Larry Hood | Elena Hood | Kirsten Buckley

ELENA HOOD 925.254.3030 ELENA@ORINDA.COM DRE 01221247 Compass is a real estate broker licensed by the State of California and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. License Number 01527235. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only and is compiled from sources deemed reliable but has not been verified. Changes in price, condition, sale or withdrawal may be made without notice. No statement is made as to accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footage are approximate.

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HappysHolidays from the

Village Associates!

Your Village Associates: Top Row: Ignacio Vega, Cynthia Warrender, Dexter Honens II, Molly Smith, Ann Sharf, Alexis Thompson, Shannon Conner, Altie Schmitt, Meara Dunsmore, Angie Traxinger, Claudia Gohler, Ari Hatton, Margaret Zucker, John Nash, Ann Ward, Karen Murphy, Casey Do, Ashley Battersby, Liz Gallagher, Christina Linezo Bottom Row: Linda Ehrich, April Matthews, Linda Friedman, Joan Evans, Lynda Snell, Amy Rose Smith, Hillary Murphy Not Pictured: Ashley Hautman, Emily Estrada, Gillian Hogan, Jeff Snell #1 Real Estate Brokerage in Lamorinda | villageassociates.com | @villageassociates | 925.254.0505 BRE# 01301392

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Wishing you a Happy Holidays!

Gallery of 2023 Listings and Sales!

300Sold!

Camaritas Way,Buyer Danville Represented FOR SALE!Circle Representing Seller 210 Lafayette Unit 302, Lafayette

1409Sold!

Spruce Street,Buyer Berkeley Represented FOR3298 SALE! Seller GloriaRepresenting Terrace, Lafayette

1290 Ave, Moraga Sold!Larch Represented Seller Pending!

Representing Buyer 26 Reliez Valley Court, Lafayette

3385 Stage Coach Drive, Sold!

Represented Buyer &Lafayette Seller Sold!

Represented Buyer 783 Augusta Drive, Moraga

326 Sold!

Tampico, Walnut Creek Represented Buyer Sold!

Represented Buyer 1896 School Street, Moraga

1874Sold!

School Street,Buyer Moraga Represented Pending!

Representing Buyer 478 Rheem Boulevard, Moraga

1651 1st Ave, Walnut Creek Sold! Represented Seller Sold! Represented Buyer 14 Warfield Drive, Moraga

3445 Shangri La Road, Lafayette Sold! Represented Seller Pending!

Representing Seller 1835 Joseph Drive, Moraga

35 Sold!

San Represented Pablo Ct., Seller Moraga Sold!

Represented Seller 1246 Rimer Drive, Moraga

488 Alamo, Danville Sold!ElRepresented Seller Sold!

Representing Buyer 1723 Spyglass Lane, Moraga

628 D.Represented Street, Martinez Sold!

Buyer Sold!

Representing Seller 233 Village Gate Road, Orinda

3177 Hambletonian Lane,Buyer Walnut Creek Sold! Represented Sold!

Represented Seller 332 Castle Rock Road,Buyer Walnut & Creek

1475Sold!

Lawrence Road, Danville Represented Buyer Sold! Representing Buyer

1217 Skycrest Drive Unit 3, Walnut Creek

Sold! Represented Seller Sold! Representing Seller 1460 Springbrook Road, Walnut Creek

Sold! Represented Seller Sold! Represented Buyer 2597 Prestwick Avenue, Concord

5836 Cattleya Way, San Ramon Sold!Representing Represented Buyer Sold!

Seller

176 Tracy Lane, Alamo Sold!Representing Represented Seller Sold!

Seller

828 Camino Amigo, Danville Sold! Represented Seller Sold!

Represented Buyer 1440 Jackson Way, Alamo

954 Forest Lane, Alamo

3 Twig Lane, Orinda

45 Lily Court, Danville

2059 Casa Nuestra, Diablo

Jeff Snell & Lynda Snell Your Real Estate Resource (925) 765-8700 Jeff@JeffSnell.com DRE#01333422

(925) 683-2600 Lynda@Lyndasnell.com DRE#00700106 15

2023 RECAP! Representing 50/50 Buyers & Sellers

Thank you to my many clients and wishing everyone a Happy Holiday Season!

Ann Sharf 925.200.0222 | ann@annsharf.com www.annsharf.com DRE# 01156966

villageassociates.com | @villageassociates | 925.200.0222 | It’s Village. Of Course.

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Finding the Right Fit in 2023 Represented Sellers: 254 Manzanita, Orinda 75 Barbara Road, Orinda 404 Wovenwood, Orinda 24 La Cuesta, Orinda 367 Dalewood Dr., Orinda 59 Tiger Tail Rd., Orinda 120 Via Floreado, Orinda 161 Ardith Drive, Orinda 124 Sleepy Hollow Lane, Orinda

$1,550,000 $1,850,000 $1,850,000 $2,685,000 $2,800,000 $4,295,000 $2,900,000 $2,450,000 $2,600,000

Represented Buyers: 46 Camino Sobrante, Orinda 2501 Golden Rain Rd., WC 2548 Joseph Drive, Alamo 5 Hidden Lane, Orinda 3158 Hambletonian Lane, WC 832 Solana Drive, Lafayette

$1,975,000 $355,000 $1,950,000 $2,600,000 $1,140,000 $1,310,000

THAT’S A WRAP ON 2023

It’s the season to think about 2024

It’s a merry time to start thinking about buying and selling in 2024. Contact me today!

Amy Rose Smith Partner - Village Associates 925.212.3897 amy@amyrosesmith.com www.amyrosesmith.com DRE: #01855959

FINDING THE Right FIT

villageassociates.com | @villageassociates

It’s Village. Of Course.

30+

45+

14+

YEARS LIVING IN LAMORINDA

YEARS LOVING LAMORINDA

YEARS LISTING LAMORINDA

Top 1%

$500+M

250+

IN LAMORINDA

SALES

TRANSACTIONS

925.254.0505 | It’s Village. Of Course.

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Warmest Wishes for a Happy Holiday, Peace & Good Health.

THANK YOU to my Lovely Clients of 2023:

3732 Happy Valley Rd Represented Seller

29 St Stephens Dr Represented Seller

3921 Quail Ridge Rd Represented Seller

7164 Buckingham Blvd Represented Seller

4090 Happy Valley Rd Representing Buyer

92 Warfield Dr Represented Buyer

115 Warfield Dr Represented Buyer

115 Warfied Dr 3611 Lincoln Way Represented Buyer

Represented Seller

2 Orchard Ct Represented Seller

Proper preparation is crucial for the best price!

I can be of great assistance in helping you prepare your home for sale.

My 20 years of experience as a top producer, team of tradespeople and organizational system provide for seamless results.

Ashley Battersby Broker/Partner (925) 323-9955 DRE# 01407784 ashley@ashleybattersby.com www.ashleybattersby.com @ashleybattersbyhome

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Helping Sellers & Buyers For 20 Years

2023 Sales 22 Bel Air Dr., Orinda 3217 Acalanes Ave. Lafayette 15 Aspinwall Ct. Orinda 3600 Deer Hill Rd. Lafayette 208 Glorietta Blvd., Orinda 15 Overhill Rd., Orinda 1203 Upper Happy Valley, Lafayette 25 Broadview Terrace, Orinda (Pending)

New year, new address?

Co-listed with Amy Rose Smith and Molly Smith Represented Sellers: 18 Nelson Lane 67 Brookwood Rd., #11 147 Overhill Road, Orinda 49 Las Cascadas, Orinda 11 Kittiwake Road, Orinda 52 Bates, Blvd, Orinda 14 Hacienda Circle, Orinda 863 Augusta Drive, Moraga 724 Ironbark Ct., Orinda 35 El Toyonal, Orinda 1 Dos Posos, Orinda 31 Normandy Lane, Orinda 20 Saint Hill Road, Orinda 84 La Espiral, Orinda 51 Las Palomas, Orinda Represented Buyers: 1060 Dolores Drive, Lafayette 11 Diablo View Drive, Lafayette

If you are thinking of buying or selling in the Lamorinda area next year, give me a call. I specialize in bringing buyers and sellers together to create happy moments!

925.980.3829 Shannon@ShannonConner.com ShannonConner.com

DRE# 01885058 Villageassociates.com 925.254.0505

villageassociates.com | @villageassociates | 925.254.0505 | It’s Village. Of Course.

GILLIAN JUDGE HOGAN

8 Hidden Lane, Sleepy Hollow, Orinda $1,980,000

925.255.3128 call/text Gillian@GillianHogan.com

GillianHogan.com

Thank you to my clients and colleagues for a great real estate year.

Wishing everyone a lovely 2024!

DRE #0210216

villageassociates.com | @villageassociates | 925.254.0505 | It’s Village. Of Course.

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Celebrating the Magic O F

T H E

H O L I DAY

S E AS O N

May this season bring you and yours special moments and happy memories.

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MAY ALL BE MERRY & BRIGHT! H A P PY H O L I DAYS F RO M T H E A H E R N R E A L E STAT E G RO U P !

CAMILLE AHERN

DRE 01865464 | 925.963.0068 Camille@AhernREGroup.com AhernRealEstateGroup.com

JON AHERN

DRE 01169357 | 925.838.9999 Jon@AhernREGroup.com AhernRealEstateGroup.com

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Leslie k. mills Luxury Property Specialist Realtor® | DRE #00798045

Offering Personalized Service for Results You Can Move On!

Leslie@LeslieKMills.com 925.683.0925 www.LeslieKMills.com

As the year 2023 comes to an end, my thoughts turn gratefully to those who have made my success possible. I truly appreciate that you have chosen to work with me, and the many referrals to your friends and family. May the holidays and upcoming year bring you much happiness, love and success!

CalBRE #01908304 | Walnut Creek Office | 1981 N Broadway, Suite 100 | Walnut Creek, CA 94596 Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. ©2023 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logos are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell Banker® System is comprised of company owned offices which are owned by a subsidiary of Anywhere Advisors LLC and franchised offices which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. CalRE #01908304

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Peace, Love, Joy!

Wishing you and your loved ones a healthy, peaceful, joyful and bountiful holiday season!

My sincere gratitude for the exceptional people I’ve had the privilege of working with this year.

If you’re thinking of selling in 2024, I’m ready to help! Now is the best time to start planning.

For a full service, personal, concierge-style experience, call me.

Soraya Golesorkhi 925.808.8390 sg@soraya4homes.com soraya4homes.com DRE #01771736

COLDWELL BANKER 5 Moraga Way, Orinda

Embracing the New Year: Wishing You Prosperity, and New Beginnings in 2024!

1907 Lakeshore Drive, Rossmoor

1515 N El Camino Drive, Clayton

13 Valley View Road, Orinda

1907LakeshoreDr.com | $2,550,000

$1,200,000 - Represented Buyer

$3,200,000 - Represented Buyer

4 Mariposa Lane, Orinda

16 Evergreen Drive, Orinda

308 Rheem Boulevard, Moraga

4MariposaLane.com | $1,570,000

16Evergreen.com | $1,620,000

308RheemBlvd.com | $1,745,000

48 Camino Don Miguel, Orinda

1300 Canyonwood Ct., Rossmoor

3279 Sweet Drive, Lafayette

48CaminoDonMiguel.com | $1,900,000

$447,610 - Represented Buyer

$1,480,000 - Represented Buyer

Laura Abrams, REALTOR

®

laura@lauraabrams.com | DRE # 01272382

510.697.3225 I am honored to be a part of the Real Trends-America’s Best Real Estate Agents. This places me in the top 1.5% of the 1.6 million realtors in the United States. Thank you to my valued clients and supportive sphere for propelling me to this milestone.

Celebrating 24 Years With Coldwell Banker Orinda A Trusted Partnership Local Expertise with Global Connections

5 Moraga Way, Orinda CA.

www.lauraabrams.com You are welcome to follow me on Instagram @Lauraabrams_ Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. ©2023 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logo are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell Banker® System is comprised of company owned offices which are owned by a subsidiary of Anywhere Advisors LLC and franchised offices which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. CalRE #01908304

Mid-Century Masterpiece

Just Listed | 341 Camino Sobrante - Orinda 4 Beds • 4 Baths • 2,800 Sq. Ft. A true Stunning genuine Mid- Century home! Designed and lived in by architect Jim Lucas as his private residence, with distinct design/build features like Old Growth Redwood and a floating fireplace. The home has been remodeled over the years but maintains the unique original character. This is true California Indoor-outdoor living with an open floor plan with floor to ceiling windows, framing sweeping views of the Orinda Hills, and the Orinda Country Club golf course and a sparkling pool surrounded by a Brazilian Hardwood deck and pergola and lovely mature trees and landscaping to create a private setting. The office could be converted into a fifth bedroom. The downstairs features a family room or playroom, bedroom and full bath for guests. Just a five minute drive to the Orinda BART station and two houses from the Orinda Country Club and everyone’s favorite scenic Lake Cascade. Shown only by appointment!

$2,800,000 | www.341CaminoSobrante.com

Laura Abrams laura@lauraabrams.com | DRE # 01272382

510.697.3225 Recognized as one of America’s 2022 Best Real Estate Professionals by Real Trends and Tom Ferry.

Ranked among the top 1% of 1.4 million real estate professionals in the United States!

5 Moraga Way, Orinda CA.

www.lauraabrams.com You are welcome to follow me on Instagram @Lauraabrams_

Celebrating 24 Years With Coldwell Banker Orinda A Trusted Partnership Local Expertise with Global Connections

Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. ©2023 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logo are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell Banker® System is comprised of company owned offices which are owned by a subsidiary of Anywhere Advisors LLC and franchised offices which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. CalRE #01908304

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