RO Notes

Buying In Montclair’s Hillside Neighborhoods

• Red Oak Realty
• 03/25/26

Views, space and trails in the heart of Oakland

Castro Valley Or Oakland Hills: How To Decide

• 03/9/26

Waterfront Condo Living In Richmond’s Marina Bay

• Red Oak Realty
• 03/4/26

Why Winter Can be the Best Time to Buy a Home in the East Bay

• 01/14/26

Sharing Stories with Our Community: Red Oak Little Libraries

• Red Oak Realty
• 01/7/26

Season's Greetings

• Red Oak Realty
• 12/24/25

Celebrating Community & Creativity: Red Oak’s Latest Art Exhibit

• Red Oak Realty
• 12/10/25

Decorating Your East Bay Home for the Holidays

• Red Oak Realty
• 12/4/25

Happy Thanksgiving!

• Red Oak Realty
• 11/26/25

Happy Thanksgiving!

• Red Oak Realty
• 11/25/25

From our family to yours, we wish you a joyous Thanksgiving filled with warmth, love, and gratitude.

To Sell the Property, They Throw a Party

• Mike Rosen-Molina
• 11/13/25

The large gabled Colonial house nestled in the rolling hills of Piedmont is ready to go.

Red Oak Voted Best Real Estate Company!

• Red Oak Realty
• 11/13/25

Red Oak Realty is honored to have been voted “Best Real Estate Company”.

What a Realtor Offers That an App Can't

• Red Oak Realty
• 11/13/25

Can an app really replace an agent when it comes to helping you buy or sell a home?

Oakland-Berkeley Mansion Sale a Stunner at $20.5 Million

• David Debolt
• 11/13/25

A lavish hilltop estate with nearly every amenity imaginable and views of almost everything the Bay Area.

Give the Gift of Joy This Holiday Season

• Red Oak Realty
• 11/13/25

Every child deserves a little holiday magic - and you can help make that happen!

6 Tips for First-Time Home Buyers

• Red Oak Realty
• 11/12/25

In one of the most expensive and competitive markets, the Bay Area home buyer has to be tough and ready.

Give the Gift of Joy This Holiday Season

• Red Oak Realty
• 11/12/25

Every child deserves a little holiday magic - and you can help make that happen!

Holiday Events In The East Bay

• Red Oak Realty
• 11/8/25

Thanks For Helping Us Save Lives!

• Red Oak Realty
• 11/4/25

You're all lifesavers! A great big thank you to everyone who donated at any of our three red oak blood drives.

ROOF Donations To East Bay Nonprofits

• Red Oak Realty
• 11/3/25

Despite market volatility in 2023, the ROOF pulled together to distribute over $90,000 to East Bay.

Red Oak’s Montclair Movie Nights are Here!

• Red Oak Realty
• 11/3/25

These are FREE events - all are welcome! For more information contact us.

Declan Spring Podcast with Edna

• Red Oak Realty
• 10/30/25

Declan addresses real estate industry’s changes throughout the years.

October is Home Safety Month: Tips to Protect Your Home and Family

• Red Oak Realty
• 10/7/25

October isn’t just about pumpkins and cozy sweaters. It’s also Home Safety Month!

Fall Maintenance for Your East Bay Home

• Red Oak Realty
• 10/2/25

Now is the time to get your home ready for shifting conditions and keep it running.

Red Oak Realty Community Event Fall Blood Drives

• Red Oak Realty
• 09/24/25

This event embodies the spirit of unity and compassion that defines our East Bay communities.

Living Green in the East Bay: Eco-Friendly Homes and Neighborhoods

• Red Oak Realty
• 09/16/25

These choices bring comfort, savings, and a lighter footprint for our shared environment.

Staging for Success: 2025 Staging Trends That Help Sell a Home

• Red Oak Realty
• 09/9/25

At Red Oak Realty, we know that staging is more than arranging furniture.

Why Working With a Local Agent Puts You at an Advantage

• Red Oak Realty
• 09/2/25

The transaction required upgrading and selling the old home at the same time as upgrading the new home.

Fall Fun in the East Bay: It’s Time to Spice up the Season!

• Red Oak Realty
• 08/27/25

Fall in the East Bay is nearly here—crisp air, turning leaves, and a calendar filling quickly.

The Best Value Remains in the Inner East Bay

• Red Oak Realty
• 08/20/25

How affordable Is housing compared to San Francisco, Marin and the Peninsula?

Have You Heard About 3-2-1 Buydowns?

• Red Oak Realty
• 08/13/25

With current interest rates beginning to ease, now is an opportune moment to explore a 3-2-1 Buydown.

Greener Gardens, Cleaner Bay: The Case for Rain Gardens in the East Bay

• Red Oak Realty
• 07/30/25

Homeowners in the Inner East Bay are increasingly turning to sustainable landscaping solutions.

15 Smart Questions Every First-Time Home Buyer Should Ask Their East Bay Agent

• Red Oak Realty
• 07/22/25

Here are 15 questions to help you kick off your home buying journey with clarity and confidence.

Signs of Balance: Q2 2025 Brings a Shift in the East Bay Housing Market

• Red Oak Realty
• 07/16/25

The East Bay real estate market continued to evolve, showing signs of a more balanced landscape.

Red Oak Realty is Voted Best Real Estate Company & Brokerage in 2025

• Red Oak Realty
• 07/9/25

Red Oak Realty is both honored and grateful to be voted the Best Real Estate Brokerage and Company.

Red Oak’s San Leandro Office is Now Green Business Certified!

• Red Oak Realty
• 07/2/25

Our newest office in San Leandro has officially joined the ranks as a Certified Green Business!

What Renters Need to Know Before Buying a Home in the Inner East Bay

• Red Oak Realty
• 06/26/25

Here are some key points renters should know before buying a home in the East Bay.

Featured Artists: Irene Bee Kain, Xan Blood Walker, and Duane Conliffe

• Red Oak Realty
• 06/11/25

The Red Oak DEI Action Committee is pleased to feature the following three local artists.

East Bay Overlooks and Vistas: Hikes with a View

• Red Oak Realty
• 06/5/25

When trekking the hills to the east you’ll enjoy broad vistas of East Bay cities as well as the Bay itself.

Blood Drives Save Lives

• Red Oak Realty
• 05/28/25

Please consider donating. It’s fast, easy, and your donation could save the lives of up to three people!

Home Maintenance Tips for Late Spring and Early Summer

• Red Oak Realty
• 05/21/25

With summer just around the corner, now is an ideal time to tackle important home maintenance tasks.

From Fixer to Showstopper: How Red Oak’s Enhance Program Helps Sellers Maximize Returns

• Red Oak Realty
• 05/14/25

With Enhance, homeowners can upgrade their property before listing and pay vendors at close of escrow.

California’s New Daylighting Law: What East Bay Residents Should Know

• Red Oak Realty
• 04/30/25

Small changes help keep our East Bay neighborhoods vibrant, safe, and welcoming.

Market Update: Q1 2025

• Red Oak Realty
• 04/23/25

The Inner East Bay real estate market experienced a busier than anticipated start to 2025.

Are You Prepared for an Emergency?

• Red Oak Realty
• 04/16/25

Red Oak Realty invites you to join our free fire hardening and emergency preparedness sessions.

Real Estate Connections Across the Globe

• Red Oak Realty
• 04/10/25

Red Oak is a proud member of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World.

What Homeowners and Buyers Should Know About Rent Control

• Red Oak Realty
• 04/3/25

Understanding state rent control is key for navigating the East Bay market.

Featured Artist Sheela Jhaveri

• Red Oak Realty
• 03/26/25

The Red Oak DEI Action Committee is pleased to present local artist Sheela Jhaveri.

New Cal Fire Fire Hazard Severity Maps: What East Bay Homeowners Need to Know

• Red Oak Realty
• 03/12/25

Cal Fire recently released updated Fire Hazard Severity Zone (FHSZ) maps.

When Spring Cleaning, Recycle As Much As Possible

• Red Oak Realty
• 03/7/25

As the East Bay comes alive, you may feel inspired to do some spring cleaning.