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Local auctioneer ith the popularity of eBay, most people only think of auctions as an online process. But not Bob Kenny. A former Pleasanton resident and keeps tradition alive W current member of the Pleasanton Rotary, Kenny is a professional auctioneer and his selling skills can be seen at a variety of events around town. Although he has done commercial auctions in the past, nowadays Kenny mostly does auctioneering at fundraisers for nonprofit organizations like the by Rebecca Guyon Pleasanton Tulancingo Sister City Association, East Avenue Middle School in Livermore and the South Lake Tahoe Rotary Club.

“In fundraising, having the live ficult blow at the time ended up And selling all that stuff is no next because you know you have be a need for auctioneers. auction is fun entertainment,” being a blessing in disguise. Kenny easy task. Auctioneering incorpo- a buyer ... sell something logical “I think people like human con- Kenny explained. “People like to returned to auctioneering, taking rates many skills, such as math, next.” tact,” Kenny said. “EBay is effi- dress up and go out, give to charity. a job with Valley Auction and did communication and quick deci- Everything in an auction goes cient, but it’s not entertaining. Also, The auction makes it more fun.” his first professional auctioneering sion-making, Kenny said. quickly, too. In one auction, a per- when I sold something, my name Kenny, 59, first became job in 1982. He worked with Valley “You have to have a flow son can sell 150 to 200 items in was on the store and in the phone acquainted with the craft of auc- Auction for years, mostly doing going across the auction box,” he three hours, meaning an auctioneer book—my children went to local tioneering as a child growing up residential estate sales. He even explained. “If you put up a lamp is moving about an item a minute. schools, my wife and I were part of in Lafayette, Ind. auctioned off his parents’ estate and no one wants it, don’t put up Although some may think of the community, so it was more of “I grew up in Midwest where when they passed away, an experi- another lamp; put up a chair. If you live auctions as a thing of the past, a community event rather than the auctions are quite common,” ence he described as, “melancholy, sell a bedroom set, sell a mattress Kenny believes there will always coldness of the computer.” ■ Kenny said. “Instead of garage but a privilege.” sales, an auctioneer sells your Some of the most exciting auc- things in your yard.” tions Kenny did were for the Bay It was at one of these yard Area Sports Hall of Fame. sales that Kenny, then 17 and “It was at the Oakland Coliseum newly mar- after a Warriors ried, bought “I think people like game,” he said. more furniture “The crowd than he could human contact … eBay came down afford. Instead is efficient, but it’s not and I was on of skipping center court. out on the bill, entertaining.” They lowered Kenny told the —Bob Kenny the scoreboard auctioneer he over my head couldn’t pay for his items, but and showed the items on the screen would still like to keep them. The as I auctioned them off. It was auctioneer was impressed with pretty hot under there, but it was his honesty and offered him a job exciting.” as a way to work off the bill. He He did other events for the Bay did everything short of the actual Area Sports Hall of Fame, as well, auctioneering, from responding to and met several famous athletes bidders to carrying the furniture such as Al Davis, Steve Young and into trucks. Peggy Flemming. But at the time, auctioneer- Although Kenny has moved on ing wasn’t Kenny’s calling, so he to doing nonprofit auctions, he said instead moved on to a career as an auctions in the business world are air traffic controller. Kenny worked still common. in that profession for 12 years, but “Car auctions are still there and lost his job in 1981 after President storage facilities need a way to Ronald Regan fired all the air traf- liquidate items—those are com-

fic controllers in response to the mon occurrences every day,” he Rebecca Guyon strike. However, what was a dif- said. Local auctioneer Bob Kenny makes time to attend weekly meetings of the Pleasanton Rotary at The Pleasanton Hotel.

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Idiocracy because of increas- Fox Home Video DVD ing financial and 1hr 24mins intellectual insecuri- Director: Mike Judge ties while the rest, well, procreated For all the future movie dystopias that have terror- exponentially. By the ized our imaginations, there is none more disturbing year 2505, corpora- than the one presented in director Mike Judge’s tions have spon- “Idiocracy,” which predicts the future to be a disquiet- sored most of the ing, elongated Costco, Gatorade and Carl’s Jr. com- government agen- mercial presented in a continuous loop on TNT or the cies and Costcos USA network. This dystopia is so disturbing that it have grown to the just about saves the movie by helping it mask its own size of cities. Joe faults, namely a rambling narrative that is strangely finds himself faced derivative of the cartoon “Futurama” except this time, with a society that the man from the past is the smartest guy on the is literally wallowing planet. The movie is also a nice return for the director in garbage because Mike Judge, whose absence from the movie screen recycling was too has been felt since 1999’s cult “Office Space” which, expensive and lets Carl’s Jr. kiosks make character for anyone who as ever had the pleasure of working decisions. His only saving grace is his earned logic in a corporate environment, is coda. and common sense that the society of 2505 sees “Idiocracy,” like its brother in predilection as either effeminate or threatening. When the presi- “Talledega Nights,” knows how to uniquely parody dent gets a hold of him, however, he employs Joe not so much middle America values, but the cor- to save the planet without having a clue on what porate sponsors that try to dictate them. The plot needs to be done. is one of a stranger in a strange land: army librarian “Idiocracy” works largely due to its star and co- Joe Bauers (Luke Wilson) is picked for a medical author Luke Wilson whose easy-going manner is experiment because he is the most average man always a welcome turn. Wilson, even more so than in the armed forces (when asked if he should lead, his brother Owen, wears the mumbling, laid-back follow or get out of the way, he picks the last). A everyman persona so well that you cannot help prostitute from the private sector, Rita (the always- but be affected when someone might make him lovely Maya Rudolph), is also picked and the pair is loose his cool. The movie, however, seems curi- put into a deep freeze for supposedly a year’s time. ously disjointed and, the Internet Movie Database However, in one of those movie mix-ups that can confirms it was only in limited release, which makes really only happen in the movies, their vesicles are me wonder if the final product was pieced together forgotten and they wake up 500 years in the future, as a last ditch to appease the studio. What is a time where chief values don’t include intelligence, there—warts and all—is a movie that is disturbing but do include monster-monster truck rallies. not because its predictions of the future are accu- What happened to IQs? Well, as Judge puts it in rate, but because the causes in the present are the a very clever beginning vignette, the smart people ones that may surround us now. began to have babies later in life (or not at all) —Joe Ramirez

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“We offer a lot to newcomers and the people in the club are really outgoing —Pleasanton is such a friendly town.” —Gail DeHaven club organizes many events putting contacts and so many friends in members directly in the community, Pleasanton,” DeHaven said. such as hosting a booth at the First Roush said many people join Wednesday street parties and coor- the club for the same reason as dinating trips to the Friday Concert DeHaven—they relocate to the area series in the summer. “It’s a way to and want to meet new people. But get to know people and the com- there are also longtime Pleasanton munity. It’s an easy way to have residents who join as a way to people network, meet other people reconnect with the community. and experience the ongoing benefits That’s how Roush got involved of living in Pleasanton,” Roush said. with the club three years ago. The club, which counts 136 “I had been a resident of members, tries to offer a variety of Pleasanton for 10 years and had activities that are family oriented or personally been dealing with just for adults, as well as larger out- chronic illness,” she said. “I was of-town trips in addition to activi- looking for a way to become active ties located in town, Roush added. with people in the community and One of the central aspects of the this was a good way to get out of club is the interest groups that regu- the house, get to know more people larly meet. There are groups rang- in Pleasanton and get generally ing from “stitch and chat” sessions involved with helping other people to book clubs to a regular group get acquainted.” that plays Bunco, a dice game. One of the club’s big events “We offer a lot to newcomers is its annual fashion show, which and the people in the club are real- will be held this year on March ly outgoing—Pleasanton is such a 14. The event is a benefit to sup- friendly town,” said Gail DeHaven, port Operation School League and who has been a member since 1999 Cold Water Creek will supply the and previously held leadership clothing. To learn more about The positions in the club. She joined the Pleasanton Newcomers Club and club when she moved to Pleasanton how to join, visit www.pleasanton- to be closer to her children after her newcomers.com. husband passed away. —Rebecca Guyon www.quarrylane.org Pleasanton Weekly • January 26, 2007 • Page 27 FREE Pick-Up & Delivery! Celebrating the Call 463-8900 QUALITY AND VALUE • Since 1976 463-8900 Grand Opening of Our Third Location TransitionsTransitions 20% OFF 50% OFF Dry Cleaning & Laundry Dry Cleaning his infamous brush with fame. Not valid with any other offer or discount. New customers only. Excludes leather & suede. Coupon must be presented with incoming order Not valid with any other offer or discount. At first he didn’t recognize the Coupon must be presented with incoming order black-haired man with long side- Exp 2-9-07 Exp 2-9-07 Obituaries burns and exotic sunglasses who PLEASANTON RUBY HILL DUBLIN entered the store, so he asked 5682 Stoneridge Dr. 101 E. Vineyard #119 4560 Dublin Blvd. who the man was. “Don’t worry, 463-8900 426-8883 828-9900 Jerry Georgatos you’ll find out,” the man replied, Jerry Georgatos was an “old insisting he take a $20 bill to

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NAR economist sees steady improvement, new construction to support prices of remaining inventory, along with price appreciation according to the NAR. The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage will probably rise to 6.7 by Jeb Bing percent by the fourth quarter of 2007. Last week, Freddie Mac reported the 30-year fixed rate at 6.18 percent, far below fter bottoming in the fourth quarter of 2006, existing- earlier consensus forecasts. home sales are forecast to gradually rise through 2007 “The current interest rate environment and housing inventory A and into 2008, while new-home sales should turn around levels present a window of opportunity for potential buyers,” by summer, according to the latest forecast by the National Lereah said. Association of Realtors. The national median existing-home price for all of 2006 is David Lereah, NAR’s chief economist, said annual totals for expected to rise 1.1 percent to $222,100, and then gain 1.5 existing-home sales will be fairly comparable between 2006 percent this year to $225,300. The median new-home price, and 2007. after rising only 0.3 percent to $241,600 in 2006, is projected “We have to keep in mind that we were still in boom to grow 3.0 percent in 2007 to $248,900. conditions during the first quarter of 2006 with a high sales “With all the wild projections by academics, Wall Street volume and double-digit price appreciation,” he said. “We analysts and others in the media, it appears that much of the are starting 2007 from a relatively low point, so even with a housing sector is experiencing a soft landing,” Lereah said. gradual improvement in sales, it’ll be pretty much of a wash “Despite the doomsdayers, household wealth will not evapo- in terms of annual totals.” rate and the economy will not go into a recession. If you’re in “The good news,” he added, “is that the steady improvement it for the long haul, housing is a sound investment.” in sales will support price appreciation moving forward.” The unemployment rate is likely to average 4.8 percent this Existing-home sales for 2006 are expected to come in at year, following a rate of 4.6 percent in 2006. Inflation, as 6.50 million for the U.S. as a whole, the third highest on measured by the Consumer Price Index, is expected to be 2.2 record, with a total of 6.42 million seen in 2007. New-home percent 2007, down from 3.2 percent last year, while growth sales in 2006 should tally 1.06 million, the fourth highest on in the U.S. gross domestic product is seen at 2.5 percent in record, with 957,000 projected this year. 2007, compared with 3.3 percent last year. Total housing stats for 2006 are likely to be 1.81 million Lereah also said that inflation-adjusted disposable personal units, with 1.51 million forecast in 2007, which would be income should grow 3.4 percent this year, following a rise of the lowest level in a decade. Builders are pulling back on 2.7 percent in 2006. ■

Open Sunday 1-4 New on the Market… INVESTMENT REAL ESTATE COMPANY RESIDENTIAL SALES • INCOME PROPERTIES 805 Madeira Drive, Pleasanton 1031 EXCHANGES • LAND AND DEVELOPMENT Highly desirable Vintage Hills! Rare single story home features 4 bedrooms, 2 baths and a spacious corner lot! Presented at $749,900

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2620 Lotus Street, Pleasanton 4304 2nd St., Pleasanton 228 Spring Street Walk to School! 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath is located Completely remodeled and upgraded with quality Not on MLS - Zoned commercial, Downtown Pleasanton. Open your own business. 6 doors off Main St. Could be residence and office. 1150 convenient to award winning schools, parks, craftsmanship. 3bd/2ba + windowed basement w/private access, perfect for office. Natural stone, hardwoods, sq. ft. building perfect set-up for business or 3+ bedrooms/1bath home. shopping and commute options. Hardwood floors, copper plumbing, fire sprinklers & full basement for stainless, outdoor patio. Must see! Quality! $1,125,000 storage. Unique live/work opportunity. Call for showing. $899,000 New Listing, 3143 Persimmon Cir. 701 South L Street, Livermore • Open Sun 1-4 Open Sat & Sun 1-4 Vintage 1907 downtown home! 10,000 sq. ft. lot, Coming Soon.... Mint Stoneridge Place Home built in 1999. totally restored, granite, hardwoods, mint condition. 3bd/2.5 ba, 1620 sf, hardwood floors Motivated seller. Awesome property - Must see! Cabana Club & Pool! Only one 5483-3 Black Ave, Pleasanton $799,000 Bring all offers Seller says sell!!! All dressed up! Darling condo features 2 available in neighborhood! $739,000 bedrooms plus a den and 3 baths. Freshly painted interior, new carpet & flooring and Sneak Preview Downtown Pleasanton 2nd Street. 3 bd/2 bath, approx 1800 sq. ft. Granite, hardwoods. much more! Call for showing. Not on MLS. $949,000 Coming Soon! Call for Information! Sneak preview this awesome 5 acre Sunol property on Foothill Road. Nice views, 3bd/2ba house with garage/shop for 4 cars. Private and secluded. Approximately $1,589,000

Downtown Livermore - 2 Homes on 1 Lot! Southside, 1920's home plus cottage. Live in one, rent the other! $744,000 Not on MLS 925.924.0444 2 Year Old Downtown Livermore Condo! 3bd/2ba, 1800 sq. ft. $619,000 [email protected] www.BethLaGrant.com MIKE CAREY, Broker Check our website for more information cell: 925.963.0569 ofﬁce 925.846.0506 Pleasanton Weekly • January 26, 2007 • Page 31 Open Sunday 1:30-4:00 Open Sunday 1:30-4:00

4282 Fairlands Dr. 5029 Forest Hill Dr. Pleasanton Pleasanton Fabulous 5 bedroom 2.5 bath Desirable Westside! Built in 1996, 5 home. Approx 2066 sqft, new bedrooms, 3 baths approx 3440 sqft carpet, new windows, hardwood with panoramic views. It features maple fl oors, remodeled kitchen & baths cabinetry, granite counters, hardwood w/granite counters & travertine & travertine fl oors throughout. Large fl oors. Gorgeous backyard w/ kitchen & familyrm. Large lot with Pool/spa w/ built in BBQ. built-in BBQ, fountain and large grassy Offered at $859,950 play area. Offered at $1,459,950

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TWO GREAT HOMES! Wayside Park Wonderful Dublin Opportunity 4377 First Street, Ste. A – 4 bedrooms, 2 baths and 1903 Realty Pleasanton, CA 94566-7125 sq. ft with a HUGE family room that is perfect for family fun or entertaining. Updated kitchen ONE STORY PLEASANTON with granite counters, rich TOWNHOUSE flooring, and a large rear yard 3 bedroom 2 bath, 1,661 sq ft Stoneridge with play area, patio and loads of Townhouse in a tranquil corner with a creek in the back, and quick access, without hassel, to a major fruit trees. Offered at $679,500 shopping mall and two major freeways.. Central Air, attached 2 car garage. Pool, tennis courts, A Great Package—Remodeled clubhouse & R.V. Parking. Call Joe or Glorian for a private showing. Asking $579,000. and updated home in Livermore with lots of extras. Gorgeous, Roy Cavellini RENTAL IN PLEASANTON remodeled Kitchen and a large Owner/Broker/Notary family room that is perfect for 925.600.9351 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1,437 sq ft, newer home. Central AC, attached 2 car garage, AEK + a pool table, office, big screen Broker License #855814 gas cooktop and granite counters in kitchen. TV or whatever. Side Yard www.roycavellini.com Living room with ﬁreplace, dual pane windows. access available on a large lot Community pool, spa & park. Close to shopping with decking and play area. & schools. HOA paid by owner, Tenant pays A great buy at $567,500!! utilities. NO PETS! Call Joe or Glorian for a private showing. Rent is $2,275 per month. TOTALLY REDONE NORM & GRACE NELSON This home has had everything done! New kitchen, new baths, new ﬂooring, new appliances, new paint and new window coverings. 925/463-6175 (Norm) 3 bedrooms, 2 baths 1749 sq ft of living area and all for only $785,950. Call Roy now to schedule 925/463-6192 (Grace) your private showing. [email protected] Joe & Glorian Crosslin Owner/Broker/Notary Wayside Park Realty 925.251.1709 Broker License #00961275 www.waysideparkrealty.com California Realty www.jgcrosslin.com

Page 32 • January 26, 2007 • Pleasanton Weekly Real Estate Beautifully Remodeled Townhome Home sale of the week Wow - 4 bedrooms and approx. 1,541 square feet for this price! This remod- 5752 Belleza eled home has a completely new kitchen Drive, Pleasanton with granite counters & stainless steel – $575,000 appliances, updated baths, and newer Beautiful single-level town- carpet, paint & ﬂooring. Spacious and home in Verona with two open ﬂoor plan all add to this light & baths, new paint and stain- bright unit. Washer, dryer, refrigerator less steel appliances. Sold included. ALL furniture and electron- by Andrea & Earl Rozran of ics negotiable. Lower HOA dues at Prudential California Realty.. $185/month. Close to parks, shopping, BART, and freeways. $549,000

Sales at a Glance Source: California REsource Pleasanton Dublin Livermore San Ramon Total sales reported: Total sales reported: Total sales reported: Total sales reported: 19 38 25 28 Lowest sale reported: Lowest sale reported: Lowest sale reported: Lowest sale reported: $335,000 $441,000 $430,000 $286,000 Highest sale reported: Highest sale reported: Highest sale reported: Highest sale reported: $1,440,000 $919,000 $1,050,000 $1,555,000 Average sales report- Average sales report- Average sales report- Average sales reported: $698,789 ed: $600,368 ed: $681,080 ed: $794,554 Home Sales This week’s data represents 5752 Belleza Drive H. to D. & R. Dizon for $760,000 homes sold during January Kattana to Townsend Trust for 4480 Del Valle Parkway 2007 $575,000 J. Praklet to L. Maher for 925.847.2294 Pleasanton 1234 Bordeaux Street R. & $434,000 P. Hobbie to F. & A. White for 2161 Arroyo Court L. Krausse 5639 Hansen Drive Brittain Fax 925.416.0175 $1,140,000 to J. Bugg for $335,000 Trust to D. Bernhard for For more photos of this property please visit me at 3553 Ballantyne Drive Wong 505 Cento Court K. Mowlavi $625,000 www.camoves.com/suzanne.bieser Trust to M. & M. Marcum for to D. & R. Fritz for $1,250,000 1465 Irongate Court $770,000 4040 Crest Court L. Strickland Ponderosa Homes to R.

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Beautiful home in Vintage Hills of Pleasanton. 2622 sq.ft. with super Wonderful home in Pleasanton Meadows! 2448 sq. ft. with 4 family room and bonus room. 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Has been bedrooms & master retreat with sun/spa room. Also features 3 full upgraded with granite counters, cabinets, wood ﬂooring, all new baths. Pool and Spa with new child safety cover. New exterior / interior windows, new AC unit and more! paint and carpet. 3307 Touriga Dr. Asking: $925,000 3144 Cranwood Ct. Asking: $839,000 To view a virtual tour of these homes visit us at: WWW.AMYANDERIC.NET

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Pending In Golden Eagle! Just Listed in Pleasanton Hills Gorgeous Custom Home in 127 Monaco Court Golden Eagle in Pleasanton Pleasanton with Views beyond compare! Fantastic updated family home At the end of a culdesac this on a court with 4 Bedrooms beautiful home features 5 Plus, 3 Bathrooms, upgraded Bedrooms, 3 full baths, 2 Kitchen with Decorator half baths, and a wonderful Touches throughout and 3 backyard and pool perfect Car Garage all situated on for entertaining! Call for a generous sized lot. Call questions and to arrange a for questions and to show. private showing. Offered at $1,285,000. Offered at $2,750,000. Just Listed in Lindenwood Adorable One Story Stunning South Livermore OPEN SUN 1-4 2812 Garden Creek Circle Newer Greenbriar Nicely updated. 3 Bedroom Home! Spacius 3548 2 Bathroom Duet situated square foot Savoy Model on a generous sized lot. with 5 Bedrooms and 4 1700 square feet+ home Bathrooms, featuring a on a generous sized ﬂat Gourmet Chefs Dream lot walking distance to the Kitchen with Granite Slab park and Mohr Elementary. counters and GE Pro Series Don’t miss this opportunity 925.413.9306 Stainless Steel Appliances. Call for price and to show. before it hits the MLS! 925.621.4062 Offered at $1,060,000. Asking Price is $675,000. [email protected] Coming Wonderful expanded 2600 square foot + home in Vintage Hills. Whether you are looking to Don’t miss the opportunity to preview this charming 4 bedroom 2.5 Bathroom home on over ¼ lot with a 3 car Soon! garage situated in a court with Views before it hits the MLS! $1,149,000 sell your Luxury Estate or purchase your ﬁrst Dream Home, I strive to satisfy PLEASANTON | 900 Main Street your Real Estate Needs! 925.251.1111 Page 34 • January 26, 2007 • Pleasanton Weekly EQM^_ 9UXXU[Z_ [R 0^QMY_ )WXEFPMWLIH Beautiful Home in Birdland 'EPMJSVRME1SZIWGSQ Open House Sunday 1-4

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Dublin 6482 El Capitan $679,900 7586 Stonedale $614,900 Sun 1:30-4 Intero 487-6211 Sun 1-4 Prudential - Tracy Esling 249-6831 Sun 1-4 201 Pleasant Valley Ct. $999,950 Hometown GMAC - Sherry Faux 980-3938 2 Bedrooms 701 South L. St. $799,000 Sun 1-4 Intero 833-1822 Sun 1-4 Investment 2571 Heatherlark Cir. $639,950 7623 Arbor Creek Cir. $385,000 Real Estate Co. - Mike Carey 846-0506 Sun 1-4 6 Bedrooms Sun 1-4 Intero 683-7709 Hometown GMAC - Rich Buttafoco 200-9832 908 Regalo Wy. $1,444,000 6953 Stagecoach Rd., #F $459,000 4 Bedrooms 3143 Persimmon Circle $739,000 Sun 1-4 Intero 997-0806 Sun 1-4 Intero 800-492-6365 431 Jillana $622,000 Sat/Sun 1-4 Investment 7401 Cronin Circle $480,000 Sun 1-4 Real Estate Co. - Mike Carey 846-0506 Sun 1-4 Hometown GMAC - Louise Davis 426-3834 1343 Kolln St. $749,000 Alamo Prudential CA - Carolyn Machi 463-6139 911 Venus Wy. $780,000 Sat/Sun 1-4 Premier Realty 399-5430 7476 Oxford Cir $ Sun 1-4 Alain Pinel - Kim Ott 583-1121 7534 Flagstone Dr. $819,000 3 Bedrooms Sun 1-4 Brett Lunel 925-737-1000 Sat 1-4 Intero - Sang Kang 251-2555 914 Ina Dr. $1,448,000 5 Bedrooms Sun 1:30-4:30 Alain Pinel 209-3451 1368 Capri Ct. $1,299,000 4 Bedrooms 20 Kemline Ct. $1,649,000 4 Bedrooms Sun 1-4 Re/Max - Jan Stevenson 586-0356 3108 Thistledown Ct. $1,095,000 Sun 12-3 Intero 997-5120 6162 Bay Hill Ct. $2,125,000 1134 Lomitas Ave. $758,000 Sun 1-4 Sun 1-4 Alain Pinel - Kim Ott 583-1121 Sun 1-4 Better Homes - Julia Lewis 963-1565 Hometown GMAC - Phyllis Weiner 872-1416 4 Bedrooms 439 Cabonia Court $1,224,999 1525 Diablo Vista Rd. $1,510,000 4 Bedrooms Sun 1-4 Keller Sun 1-4 Empire 217-5017 Pleasanton Williams - Donna Garrison 397-4165 5112 Grayhawk Lane $847-2200 46 Vista Ln. $1,545,000 Sat 1-4 Coldwell Banker 847-2200 805 Madeira Dr. $749,900 Sun 1:30-4 Intero 672-2499 0 Bedrooms Sun 1-4 Keller Williams - Beth LaGrant924-0444 228 Spring St. $899,000 3144 Cranwood Ct. $839,000 Livermore Sat/Sun 1-4 Investment Sun 1-4 Intero - Eric & Amy Evans 383-7115 Blackhawk Real Estate Co. - Mike Carey 846-0506 2 Bedrooms 2070 Raven Road $925,000 4 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms Sun 1-4 Keller Williams - Nancy Sutter397-4196 6496 Forget Me Not $460,000 34 Magnolia Pl. $1,995,000 3307 Touriga Dr. $925,000 Sun 1-4 Intero 736-1500 Sat/Sun 2-5 3399 Norton Wy., #1 $379,000 Sat 1-4 Intero - Eric & Amy Evans 383-7115 Keller Williams - Farida Chapman 784-2524 Sun 1-4 266 Wood St., #405 $509,000 Alain Pinel - Davis and Barraclough 621-4085 5 Bedrooms Danville Sat/Sun 1-4 Intero 785-7364 5610 Belleza Dr. $529,950 5029 Forest Hill Dr. $1,459,950 Sat/Sun 1-4 2 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms Keller Williams - Lydonna Walker 997-8267 Sun 1:30-4 Hometown GMAC - Delores Gragg 462-2222 394 Ilo Ln., #106 $459,000 3995 California Way $499,950 2343 Goldcrest Cir. $619,950 Sun 1-4 795 Sunny Brook $1,649,000 Sun 1-4 Intero 855-4075 Sat/Sun 1-4 Sun Hometown GMAC - Rachelle Finster 455-7008 Hometown GMAC - Rich Buttafoco 200-9832 47 Rainbow Cir. $629,900 251-1111 Alain Pinel - Linda Traurig 382-9746 Sun 1-4 Intero 998-5969 379 Anna Maria $584,900 3 Bedrooms 4282 Fairlands Dr. $859,950 Sat 1-4 Prudential - Tracy Esling 249-6831 1946 St. George Rd. $699,000 Sun 1:30 - 4 Sun 1-4 Intero 648-5345 1473 Fallen Leaf $659,950 7204 Valley Vew Ct. $579,000 Hometown GMAC - Delores Gragg 462-2222 Sat/Sun 1-4 Sat/Sun1-4 Hometown GMAC - Erik Rouseil 455-7016 Wayside Park Joe Crosslin 251-1709 3 Bedrooms San Ramon 1954 S. Forest Hill Pl. $699,000 Sun 1:30-4 Intero 830-3999 2 Bedrooms 21 Tea Tree Ct. $724,950 423 Pine Ridge Dr. $594,000 Sun 1-4 Intero 855-4022 Sun 1-4 8 Ramon Ct. $879,900 Prudential CA - Jennifer Branchini 249-0301 Sun 1-4 Intero 831-2929 423 Pine Ridge Dr. $594,000 29 La Gonda Ct. $930,000 Furniture, Sun 1-4 Sun 1-4 Prudential CA - Jennifer Branchini 249-0301 Hometown GMAC - Sherri Platter 858-5400 3 Bedrooms 4 Bedrooms music, 1984 Via Appia $679,000 112 Quinterra Ln. $1,089,000 Sun 1:30-4:30 Intero 648-5336 Sun 1-4 Coldwell Banker 362-2058 775 Winterside Cir. $680,000 11 Jillian Wy. $1,599,000 electronics, Sun 1-4 Intero 855-4110 Sun 1-4 Intero 648-5342 43 Elmwood Dr. $724,500 112 Lawnview Cir. $619,000 Sat/Sun 1:30- Sun 1-4 Intero 855-4075 4 Alain Pinel - Yasmine Austere 998-9747 pets, tickets, 1193 River Rock Ln. $849,900 43 Elmwood Dr. $724,500 Sun 1-4 Intero 855-4049 Sat/Sun 1:30- 4 Alain Pinel - Yasmine Austere 998-9747 192 Blackstone Dr. $895,000 Sun 1-4 Alain Pinel 314-1111 sporting 1026 Vista Pointe Cir. $749,000 Sat/Sun 1-4 Intero 855-4128 389 Squirrel Ridge Wy. $995,000 Sun 1-4 Intero 833-1822 100 Canyon Green Pl. $785,000 goods, Sun 1-4 Keller Williams 510-410-6311 5 Bedrooms 64 Foster Dr. $950,000 135 Merano St. $1,189,000 household Sun 1-4 Intero 997-0806 Sun 1-4 Intero 683-9799 4 Bedrooms 26 Bormio Ct. $1,250,000 Sun 1-4 Intero 984-1945 3025 Ebano Dr. $1,149,000 Sun 1-4 Intero 413-1068 112 Laurelwood Dr. $1,999,950 items, autos, Sun 1-4 Intero 977-8965 23 Stow Court $1,150,000 Sun 1:30-4 Alain Pinel 124 Victoria Pl. $2,159,000 freebies Yasmine Austere 998-9747 Sat/Sun 1-4 Intero 785-1386 23 Stow Ct. $1,150,000 881 El Pintado $2,795,000 Sun1:30-4 Alain Pinel - Sun 1-4 Intero 699-3527 Yasmine Austere 998-9747 6 Bedrooms and more! 3375 Camarones Pl. $749,000 Sun 1-4 Intero 586-5456 251 Royal Palm Pl. $1,099,000 Sun 1-4 Intero 855-4096 745 Bridge Creek Dr. $919,900 Sun 1-4 Intero 997-0842 Danville 5 Bedrooms 3825 Mandy Wy. $1,375,000 6 Bedrooms Sat/Sun 1-4 Intero 336-6399 265 Montego Dr. $4,200,000 16 Pine Valley Pl. $1,399,000 Sun 1:30-4:30 Alain Pinel 209-3451 Page 36 • January 26, 2007 • Pleasanton Weekly TRACY PLEASANTON SAN RAMON 2765 REDBRIDGE ROAD $799,000 847D DIVISION STREET 9085 ALCOSTA BLVD Unit 355 $334,900 Located in the prestigious Redbridge Community, this Granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, updat- Beautiful ground floor unit, freshly painted, mirrored stunning home offers 4 Bedrooms/3.5 Baths 3485 +/- Sq. ed lighting, updated bath, mirrored closet doors, new dining area, brkfst bar, pantry, large bdrm w/mirrored Ft., built in 2001, with separate in-law/guest quarters. carpet, paint and new dual pane windows. closet doors, stylish bathroom, private storage. 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LIVERMORE SAN RAMON PLEASANTON 3036 KENNEDY STREET $550,000 3 LOBELIA LANE $879,000 7534 FLAGSTONE DRIVE $819,000 Fabulous 3 Bedrooms and 2.5 Baths w/tons of upgrades, 4 beds + loft , 2.5 Bath, 2,208 +/- sq. ft. Office with 3bed/2bath, 1,709+/- sft, , New Berber Carpet, Granite granite slab in kitchen, upgraded baths, new roof, heat custom shelving, hardwood floors, Gourmet Kitchen Countertop in Kitchen & Baths, Laminated Hardwood & air, new electrical wiring. stone Tile floor, Granite Counters. Floor, Foothill School District JUDY PIPKIN 925.487.5065 JOE LEDESMA 925.251.2559 SANG KANG 925.251.2555

SAN RAMON PLEASANTON’ HAYWARD 441 S CLOVERCREST LANE $709,999 4332 DIAVILA AVE. $789,000 25192 COPA DEL ORO DR. $410,000 3 bed, 2.5 bath, stunning town home, well maintained 3bed/2.5bath, 1,774+/-sft, New Berber Carpet, Spacious and STUNNING! Seller has done upgrades with all the extras. Hardwood Floor, Spacious master, High Ceiling ,Court to include hardwood floors, upgraded bathrooms and Jean Metz 925.876.9735 Location, Good School District, Low HOA kitchen. 2 Master bdrm with formal dining. SANG KANG 925.251.2555 RAMZIA WAHAB 925.251.2533

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FREMONT SAN JOSE CONCORD 743 & 747 OLD CANYON ROAD $1,899,900 1757 COMMODORE DRIVE $799,000 1895 A LANDANA DRIVE $319,999 This beautiful and unique property offers 3 separate 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath, +/- 2,124 sq. ft., formal living and 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath , 900 +/- Sq. Ft, Kitchen w/ Granite homes on one lot. The main home is newly con- dining room, Tuscany tile, remodeled kitchen, brick Counters, Stainless Steel Appliances, Crown Molding structed and is over 3800 sq.ft. fireplace. JEAN DUBOISE METZ 925.876.9735 ROBIN YOUNG 1.800.887.8511x4003 BOBBIE CHARVET 925.251.2520 Pleasanton 5075 Hopyard Road, Suite 110 925.251.2500 Livermore 925.443.8888 plus 13 other Bay Area Locations www.InteroRealEstate.com Log on to find your dream home or an exciting new career.

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Kottinger Ranch Bridle Creek Private Country Estate COMING SOON! 4210 REMILLARD 576 SYCAMORE SALE PENDING! 547 SYCAMORE COURT CREEK WAY ROAD PLEASANTON PLEASANTON PLEASANTON OFFERED OFFERED AT OFFERED AT $1,995,000 $1,869,000 $1,795,000 The best of Kottinger Beautiful Bridle Creek One acre plus estate, Ranch! This gor- home on .34 acre lot within walking dis- geous custom home is with professional tance to Downtown. located near the top of Remillard with a flat court location. landscaping and in-ground pool/spa. Popular large Avalon Rare opportunity to enjoy the best of both worlds. You Panoramic views of the Tri-Valley, Mount Diablo, and will be living in the country in a beautiful custom home Pleasanton Ridge. Open space behind and in front of this model with five bedrooms, formal office, loft area and 5.5 bathrooms. Approximately 4476 square feet, plus that is great for entertaining, with five bedrooms, three exquisite, highly upgraded property. Five bedrooms, three and a half baths and approx. 3700 square feet, yet close to baths (bonus room 5th). Private in-ground pool and spa 400 square foot guest house/casita. Gourmet kitchen with cascading waterfall. Beautifully landscaped, including with granite slab counters and maple cabinets. Close to everything. This property includes a four car garage and Bocce Court. Remodeled gourmet kitchen and bathrooms in ground swimming pool and spa on a 1.05 acre parcel. Downtown Pleasanton and Castlewood Country Club. You can feed your own horses in the morning and then (2). Community pool, tennis and park. A walk to state Great house, great price! distinguished Vintage Hills Elementary School. walk to Main Street for breakfast or a cup of coffee. Mill Creek, Livermore Completely Updated SALE PENDING! 6834 EDGEWATER LANE, LIVERMORE 9603 BROCKTON AVENUE, SAN RAMON OFFERED AT $719,000 OFFERED AT $749,500 Beautiful Livermore home. Four bedrooms, Completely updated four bedroom, two and a half three bathrooms. Approximately 1,983 square bath home on premium corner lot. Gourmet remod- feet. Upgraded(?) kitchen with granite counter- eled kitchen with granite countertops, maple cabi- tops, maple cabinets, center island and custom nets, new GE appliances, and custom tile flooring. tile flooring. New carpet throughout. Built by Remodeled bathrooms with new vanities, fixtures, and Greystone. Professionally landscaped with large tile flooring. Refinished hardwood floors and stairs. stamped concrete patio and accent lighting. Across from open space. Walking dis- New carpeting throughout. Dual pane windows, six panel doors and upgraded baseboards tance to Altamont Creek School. throughout. Newer landscaping. Newer paint. New roof. Views of Ridge. Walking distance to Country Club Elementary School.

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DUBLIN $2,125,000 PLEASANTON $1,795,000 PLEASANTON $1,649,000 PLEASANTON $1,200,000 Spectacular 5bd/5.5 ba, 5,300+/-sf home Beautiful farm house. 5bd/3.5ba. Over This beautiful Bridle Creek Single Story 2 lots with ability to merge total .30+/- on 12,600+/-sf lot offering magnificent 1 acre lot. 3692+/-sf. 4 car garage. Wrap Home has it all! Located in a great acres. 2 homes, one: 2 bedroom/1 bath views of Mt. Diablo and the Valley. Includes around porch. Horse pasture. Inground neighborhood with 5 bedrooms, 4 full main house built in 1908 with a full base- 2 offices, a gourmet kitchen, built-in fire- pool/spa. Close to downtown. Very pri- bathrooms, and too many features and ment. Other home built in 1920. Property place on patio. 6162 Bay Hill Ct vate. upgrades to note! backs to Creek.

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LIVERMORE $1,060,000 PLEASANTON $839,900 LIVERMORE $819,000 PLEASANTON $809,000 Gorgeous Savoy 5bd/4ba model home Gorgeous single story 3 bedroom, 2 Built in 1998, this 4bd/3ba, 2500+/-sf Charming 4bd/2bd single story home near Livermore´s Wine Country. Highly bath, 1890+/-sf, with cherry and stain- home has a loft upstairs that could be near Aquatic Center pool/Park and close upgraded kitchen with slab granite. FR/ less kitchen, extensive hardwood floors, a 5th bedroom! Tile roof, 3 car garage, to all three grade level schools. Recently LR with fireplace. Greenbelt, playground remodeled baths, and prime cul-de-sac great location near creek, park, schools painted inside and out with updated and detached garage. location with private yard and spa. and shopping. baths, new windows, A/C/furnace.

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PLEASANTON $799,950 DUBLIN $799,000 PLEASANTON $675,000 PLEASANTON $669,000 Custom 2650+/-sf home with 3bd/3ba plus Beautifully upgraded Creekside Home! This nice 3 bedroom, 3 bath townhome is Charming home in great location. 3 bd/2.5 office. On a quiet street with large lot, solar Large master, newly painted interior, located across from the quiet, desirable ba, 1468+/-sf. Fabulous loft not included pool, side yard access, no rear neighbors. newer carpeting and new landscaping in park in Danbury Park. Nice kitchen with in sf. Gourmet kitchen with granite coun- Near Hearst/Pleasanton Middle schools front and back! 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. tile counters opens to the living room ters and island. Shows light and bright. as well at 680 freeway access. and dining area. Updated bath with jetted tub.

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LIVERMORE $659,000 PLEASANTON $595,000 PLEASANTON $569,000 PLEASANTON $379,000 Highly upgraded 3bd/2ba, 1463+/-sf Lowest priced home in Pleasanton! Coveted single story. 3 bd/2ba, 1,488+/-sf. 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo near downtown home on a 5100+/-sf lot. Fireplace in the Lovely single level 2bd/2ba. Private yard End Unit. Private court entrance viewed Pleasanton. Approximately 1029 square family room. Built-in speakers and great with spa/covered deck, frpl, vaulted ceil- from kitchen and 3rd bd. Outdoor atrium feet of living space. This roomy condo cabinets. Great curb appeal. ings, 2 car garage. No HOA dues. adjacent to expansive LR and dining has newer carpet and doors, ceiling fans area. High ceilings. Cute patio. and recessed lighting. 3399 Norton Way

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