Repeat offenders: May 2011 Archives

A nostalgic post today remembering frequent topics on this blog.

The Webster House, 1238 Versailles Avenue, finally sold after being repossessed by the bank. The price history is edifying, and it looks like somebody paid about what the house is worth.

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The terminally unsellable green infill property at 1533 Morton, which you may remember is built in another property's backyard is back on the market at a hysterical $759,000 (MLS #40524543).

OPEN HOME: Sun 2-4pm (5/29) - Live off the grid on the island of Alameda. Built in 2009, fully energy efficient, green construction home, designed by famed Berkeley architect. Dual master suites on top level with addl 3rd bed/office with full bath on ground floor. High Walkscore in Central Alameda.
Here's a sneak peek at the property hiding behind its bigger brother:

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It'll take a lot of sunshine to be truly off the grid, but if you can make it work, it's a really awful great deal.