Mark’s passion is listening to his client’s needs and guiding them through the often complex and emotional process of buying or selling a home. His excellent client focus is demonstrated through strong attention to detail, consistent communication, and remaining calm under pressure to ensure a positive experience for all parties involved. Mark is always ready to go above and beyond to exceed expectations – from finding the right home to match his client’s tastes and needs, to consulting for home presentation and marketing to ensure maximum selling potential.
As a real estate investor since 2002 and now top real estate agent, Mark provides real estate services in Oakland, and the surrounding East Bay Area. Mark’s specific areas of expertise include working with first time homebuyers, investors, sellers, and 1031 exchanges.
Outside of real estate Mark enjoys traveling, hiking, bicycling, and the varied food and cultural experiences of the Bay Area.
01 Jul 2019
Most new homeowners have something about their property that they want to change. And as family needs and design trends shift over time, many will eventually choose to remodel. Some homeowners make updates to...
01 Jun 2019
We all want to be good neighbors. But when it comes to selling your home, it’s not just about “keeping up with the Joneses.” It’s about outshining them at every opportunity! If you’re looking...
01 May 2019
Thanks to Marie Kondo and her hit Netflix series “Tidying Up,” home organization is a hot topic right now. Marie encourages her viewers to minimize their possessions and keep only those items that “spark...
01 Apr 2019
If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably received your share of advice from family and friends. Add to that the constant stream of TV shows, news segments, and social media posts that...
01 Mar 2019
It’s easy to look up how much money you have in your savings account or the real-time value of your stock investments. But determining the dollar value of a home is trickier. As a...
01 Feb 2019
If you’re a current homeowner, or in the market to buy, you’re probably curious about the latest trends in home design. Sellers who make strategic updates before listing a property can generate increased interest...
01 Jan 2019
As we begin another year, everyone wants to know: “Where is the housing market headed in 2019?” It’s not only buyers, sellers, and homeowners who are impacted. The real estate market plays an integral...
09 Dec 2018
While no one can predict the future with certainty, most experts expect to see modest growth in the U.S. housing market for the remainder of this year and next. Inventory will remain tight, mortgage...
09 Dec 2018
No one likes to think about disasters. Severe weather, fire, theft—or even a seemingly small issue like a broken pipe—can wreak havoc on your home and result in thousands of dollars in damages. Fortunately,...
09 Dec 2018
The holiday season is upon us, and many of us have already begun to celebrate. From trimming trees to lighting candles, it’s the time of year to fill your homes (and hearts) with holiday...
Active | 5 BR | 3 BA | 2,231 sqft
2688 San Antonio Dr – Jones & Emmons Designed Eichler with ADU Located on a spacious 10,000 square foot corner lot of Rancho San Miguel, this Jones & Emmons designed Eichler home consists of a...
Coming Soon | 1 BR | 1 BA | 720 sqft
1 Kelton Ct #1K – Move-in Ready Piedmont Ave Condo Updated, mid-century, ground floor condo with private patio at the desirable 1 Kelton Court. Steps to award-winning Piedmont Avenue shops and restaurants (96 walk score!...
Sold | 4 BR | 2 BA | 1,811 sqft
4026 Salem St – Concord Eichler Claude Oakland designed atrium model Eichler with all the bells and whistles. Set in the Rancho de los Santos neighborhood of Concord, this home is in impeccable condition and...
Sold | 1 BR | 1 BA | 720 sqft
1 Kelton Ct #1H – Modern, Move-in Ready Piedmont Ave Condo Bright and airy mid-century condo with private patio at the highly desirable 1 Kelton Court. Steps to award-winning Piedmont Avenue shops and restaurants (96...
Sold | 4 BR | 2 BA | 2,033 sqft
4007 Salem St – Concord Eichler For anyone who’s been searching for that perfect, unadulterated Eichler showpiece home with many of its original mid-century details in tact, then 4007 Salem St. may just be the...
Sold | 2 BR | 2 BA | 1,073 sqft
3711 Maybelle Ave, Unit B – Laurel District Townhouse Welcome to Laurel Lane! This 2-story townhouse in the heart of Oakland’s Laurel District is just steps to neighborhood shops, cafes, and restaurants including Sequoia Diner, Communite Table,...
Sold | 1 BR | 1 BA | 1,794 sqft
247 4th St #101 – Live/Work Loft in Jack London Square Listed and sold off-market! Spacious live/work unit in the 4th Street Lofts converted from Safeway Stores warehouse originally built in 1923. Conveniently located steps...
Sold | 2 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,172 sqft
3717 Maybelle Ave, Unit B – Laurel District Townhouse Welcome to Laurel Lane! This light and airy townhouse in the heart of Oakland’s Laurel District is just steps to neighborhood shops, cafes, and restaurants including Sequoia Diner,...
Sold | 5 BR | 3 BA | 2,669 sqft
3308 Valley Vista Rd – Mid-Century Mediterranean Garden Estate Just in time for spring, experience modern CA indoor/outdoor living surrounded by lush botanical/organic gardens in a unique mid-century Mediterranean estate. Excellent floor plan w/ open, light-filled...