Fernside (Alameda, CA)
By Evelyn Kennedy, Alameda, Real Estate, Alameda, CA
(Alain Pinel Realtors)
  Edison Elementary school, in  the heart of the Fernside district will, be starting the 2012/2013 school year on August 27. Edison has issued its list of suggested school supplies for students from kindergarten to fifth grade.  In addition to the list of supplies, students should have a standard size backpack which is large enough to hold folder 8.5 X 11 and larger.  Each student should have the backpack labeled with their name.  School supply lists: “Edison Otters are active and hard-working students who contribute to the school community in a number of ways.  Our students strive to uphold the Edison Citizen Agreements and are committed to our Go Green efforts”, taken from the Edison Elementary School website.   The land where Edison now stands was originally Edgar Cohen’s home and es...
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By Evelyn Kennedy, Alameda, Real Estate, Alameda, CA
(Alain Pinel Realtors)
    The Fernside district in Alameda is a mix of charming bungalows and spacious homes built in the 1920’s and 1930’s.  It is a much sought after neighborhood by buyers because of its tree lined streets, lovely homes and friendly residents.  The district boasts Edison school which is usually ranked in the top three schools in Alameda.     One of the main streets in the Fernside district is Gibbons Drive.  Gibbons is a major artery bringing drivers from Oakland through the Fernside district on to Park Street shopping and other points in Alameda.     Fernside district neighbors have been concerned about their children’s safety at the point where Gibbons Drive, Southwood Drive and Northwood Drive intersect near Lincoln Avenue.  This intersection is a very spacious site, but cars frequently...
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By Evelyn Kennedy, Alameda, Real Estate, Alameda, CA
(Alain Pinel Realtors)
  ALAMEDA NEIGHBORHOODS - THE FERNSIDE       ALAMEDA NEIGHBORHOODS - THE FERNSIDE  A. A. Cohen a railroad baron built his home in Alameda in an area he called "Fernside" in the 1870's   Cohen made millions selling his San Francisco, Alameda & Hayward Railroad to the Big Four railroad barons (Hopkins, Stanford, Crocker and Huntington). His home cost $300,000 a huge amount for the time.  In the "Ultimate Victorians", Elinor Richey described the Cohen's home as, "the most splendid of all Italian villas in the East Bay."   The beautiful home was destroyed by a fire in 1987.  The family remained in the Fernside area until the death of the Mrs. Cohen in 1925.  The children subdivided the estate and sold land to developers.  The developers created homes with their own distinctive personalities...
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By Evelyn Kennedy, Alameda, Real Estate, Alameda, CA
(Alain Pinel Realtors)
  SCHOOL SUPPLY LIST FOR EDISON SECOND GRADERS IN ALAMEDA    SCHOOL SUPPLY LIST FOR EDISON SECOND GRADERS IN ALAMEDA   Edison School has sent out the school supply list for second graders: Mr. Sketch markers - flat not pointed (10 pack) 1 set of thin markers(colored) 1 set colored pencils - sharpened 1 black felt pen(no Sharpies) 10 - #2 pencils - sharpened 1 Pink Pearl type eraser 1 large glue stick 1 - 4 oz bottle white glue 1 pair scissors 1 plastic pencil box (5 x 8 in) 2 flat folders with pockets 1 box facial tissue 1 bottle liquid hand soap with pump (last name A-M) 1 bottle hand sanitizer with pump (last name N-Z) No binders    
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By Steve Mun, Silicon Valley Realtor
(Keller Williams Silicon Valley)
Steve Mun Group | Keller Williams Realty | (650) 605-3188 1509 High St., Alameda, CA Fernside Bungalow with recent renovations 3BR/1BA Single Family House offered at $499,990 Year Built 1920 Sq Footage 1,292 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 1 full, 0 partial Floors 1 Parking 1 Car garage Lot Size 4,248 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION A recently renovated bungalow which reveals the build quality of the artisans of yesteryear who built it. Look at the details like the coffered ceiling, crown moldings, baseboards, built-in cabinetries and the beautiful hardwood floors - they don't build them like this anymore. The kitchen and bathroom were recently renovated and shows the contrast between the classic and the modern motive. Check out the beautiful tile floors. You will be comforted in the know...
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By Pacita Dimacali, Alameda/Contra Costa Counties CA
(Alain Pinel)
I Every time I have a broker's tour in my island city, I always (ALWAYS!) serve Chinese dim sum appetizers and bottled water. It's become sort of a "signature" refreshment, and people who know me, know I will always serve dim sum. Today, I held a broker's tour for my newest listing at a very desirable part of Alameda called Marina/Fernside. Here's the VISUAL TOUR.  Over 50 agents toured the place, and many chatted for a spell. I was expecting a good turnout, but I can't believe just how many came.We even had agents from neighboring cities ---- and that's a rarity in itself. Did I do anything different?No, nothing new. But I did: Post it on craigslist (some agents said they or their clients saw the ad, and wanted to check it out Create a visual tour Posted it on VFlyer Advertised in the ...
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By Pacita Dimacali, Alameda/Contra Costa Counties CA
(Alain Pinel)
MARINA/FERNSIDE contemporary home with detached multi-purpose roomLocation: Marina/FernsideDelightful one-story contemporary home on sunny corner lot in desirable Marina/Fernside neighborhood. Clean and bright with abundant natural light. Two bedrooms, two baths, two fireplaces and a detached multi-purpose room.Beautiful hardwood floors enhance this home's warm ambience. Efficiency and functionality is evident in the open plan in the formal rooms with built-ins. Unique MURANO glass chandelier in the dining room. Spacious eat-in kitchen opens to the fenced-in patio. String up your favorite bistro lights on the pergola and create your own nightime magic. Detached multi-purpose room with fireplace doubles as a study, rec room or overflow guest quarters. 1-car garage has plenty of storage s...
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