San Francisco Real Estate - Harold Deblander

San Francisco Real Estate - Harold Deblander Harold Deblander - Real Estate Broker DRE #1859312
Sotheby's International Realty

08/28/2026

Open House This Weekend — 5358 Leona St, Oakland
Saturday, August 29 | 1:00–3:00 PM
Sunday, August 30 | 2:00–4:00 PM

This beautifully remodeled home in Oakland's Leona Heights is ready for its next family. Set on nearly a quarter acre of tree-studded grounds, the 3 bedroom, 3 bath home has been thoughtfully updated throughout — hardwood floors with mahogany inlay, a sun-filled living room, and a chef's kitchen with stone counters and custom cabinetry. Upstairs, the primary suite is a true retreat, with a deep skylight and a private slate deck overlooking heritage oak trees.

Stop by this weekend — happy to answer any questions about the home or the neighborhood.

5358 Leona St, Oakland, CA
5358-Leona.com

08/27/2026

JUST LISTED — 5358 Leona St, Oakland
Twilight Open House TONIGHT | 5:00 - 7:00 PM

Tucked away on a tree-studded lot in Leona Heights, this beautifully remodeled contemporary home blends sophisticated warmth with quintessential Oakland Hills living. Hardwood floors inlaid with mahogany, a sun-filled living room, and a remodeled gourmet kitchen with stone counters and custom cabinetry fill the main level, while the primary suite upstairs offers a private slate viewing balcony framed by heritage oak trees.

Come see it for yourself at tonight's Twilight Open House!

5358 Leona St, Oakland, CA
Offered at $1,098,000
5358-leona.com

08/27/2026

𝗧𝗼𝗿𝗻 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗮 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗼𝗻𝗲? 🏡🔨 ⁣
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It's one of the most common questions homeowners wrestle with, and the answer usually comes down to three things: ⁣
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1️⃣ Does your home have a "ceiling"? Some layouts and lots can be improved endlessly; others cap out no matter how much you spend. ⁣
2️⃣ What would the renovation really cost — in money, time, and living through it? Be honest about all three. ⁣
3️⃣ Is it the house or the location you've outgrown? You can renovate a kitchen. You can't renovate a commute or a school zone. ⁣
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There's no universal right answer — it depends on your home, your budget, and your goals. But walking through these three usually makes the decision a lot clearer. ⁣
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Call, text, or email us at (415) 937-8962 or [email protected] — happy to be a sounding board, no pressure either way.

08/25/2026

🚫 Myth: "Once summer ends, buyers disappear — so it's a bad time to sell." ⁣
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✅ Fact: The end-of-summer buyer is often the most serious one out there. ⁣
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The casual browsers do thin out. But the people still looking as summer winds down usually have a real reason to move — a job change, a lease ending, a family that wants to be settled before the school year. Fewer tire-kickers, more motivated buyers, and less competition from other listings. ⁣
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"Wait until spring" is common advice, but spring also means listing into the most crowded season of the year. Selling as summer ends can mean a smaller pool of buyers who are far more likely to actually make an offer. ⁣
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Call, text, or email us at (415) 937-8962 or [email protected] and let's talk through what makes sense for your home. ⁣

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸-𝘁𝗼-𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗼𝘄𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲. 🎒 ⁣ ⁣Everyone talks about spring. But t...
08/20/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸-𝘁𝗼-𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗼𝘄𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲. 🎒 ⁣
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Everyone talks about spring. But the weeks around back-to-school have a quiet advantage for buyers: the summer rush has cooled, serious sellers are still on the market, and there's often more room to negotiate than there was a few months ago. Families who move now can get settled before the school-year routine takes over. ⁣
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If a move has been on your mind, this is a genuinely good moment to look — more choice, less competition, and time to make a careful decision instead of a rushed one. ⁣
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Call, text, or email us at (415) 937-8962 or [email protected] and we'll pull together a few options in your area.

𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁? 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗯𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘄𝗶𝗻 — 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼. 🏡 ⁣ ⁣Today's buyer...
08/18/2026

𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁? 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗯𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘄𝗶𝗻 — 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼. 🏡 ⁣
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Today's buyers are informed, and they're not in a hurry. The homes that sit are usually the ones chasing a price the market has already moved past. "Testing the market" with an ambitious number costs real time and real money. ⁣
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The playbook now: price right on day one, present well, and expect some negotiation. Do those three things and well-prepared homes are still moving — and priced accurately from the start, you may never need a reduction at all. ⁣
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Thinking about listing? The smartest first step is an honest read on what your home is worth today. ⁣
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Read the full article: https://harolddeblander.myagent.site/2026-mid-year-market-check-in-what-the-first-half-of-the-year-tells-us-about-your-next-move/

08/13/2026

A quick snapshot of where things stand nationally at the midpoint of 2026: ⁣
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📊 The median home price is $440,600 — up just 1.8% from a year ago ⁣
🏠 Inventory has improved to about 4.6 months of supply ⁣
🤝 Nearly half of sellers are offering buyers concessions ⁣
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Here's the thing, though: these are national averages, and real estate has never been more local. Your neighborhood, your price range, and your property type can look completely different from the headline — sometimes in the opposite direction. ⁣
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The national numbers set the backdrop. What actually matters is what's happening on your street. Want a read on your specific area? Reach out anytime. ⁣
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Read the full article: https://harolddeblander.myagent.site/2026-mid-year-market-check-in-what-the-first-half-of-the-year-tells-us-about-your-next-move/

Mid-year rate update: the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate is 6.55% this week. That's up slightly from 6.49% last wee...
08/11/2026

Mid-year rate update: the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate is 6.55% this week. That's up slightly from 6.49% last week, but down from 6.75% a year ago. ⁣
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This isn't a dramatic drop — and it doesn't need to be one to matter. A steadier rate environment makes it easier to plan around the payment, compare homes thoughtfully, and make a decision based on your real timeline instead of a guess about next week's headlines. ⁣
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The useful question isn't whether rates are perfect. It's whether today's numbers make sense for your budget, your move, and the home you want. ⁣
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Read the full article: https://harolddeblander.myagent.site/2026-mid-year-market-check-in-what-the-first-half-of-the-year-tells-us-about-your-next-move/

Here's a shift worth noticing if you're buying: negotiation is a normal part of the process again. ⁣ ⁣Nearly half of sel...
08/06/2026

Here's a shift worth noticing if you're buying: negotiation is a normal part of the process again. ⁣
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Nearly half of sellers — 46% in May — gave buyers some form of concession, a record for that month. Price reductions are far more common than they were during the frenzy. ⁣
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For buyers, that's not a warning sign. A reduced price is often an invitation to look closer, not a reason to stay away. Inspections, repairs, closing costs, timing — these are conversations again, not sacrifices you make to win a bidding war. ⁣
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One honest caveat: more negotiation doesn't mean buyers control every market. A well-priced home in a tight area can still move fast. But the list price is no longer the whole conversation. ⁣
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Read the full article: https://harolddeblander.myagent.site/2026-mid-year-market-check-in-what-the-first-half-of-the-year-tells-us-about-your-next-move/

🏡 JUST SOLD | Buyer Represented885 Head Street | San FranciscoCongratulations to my buyer on the purchase of this except...
08/05/2026

🏡 JUST SOLD | Buyer Represented
885 Head Street | San Francisco

Congratulations to my buyer on the purchase of this exceptional Storybook Craftsman!

With timeless 1920s architecture, beautifully preserved character, thoughtful updates, and a nearly quarter-acre garden oasis—a true rarity in San Francisco—this home is truly one of a kind.

Helping clients find the right home is one of the most rewarding parts of what I do. Thank you for trusting me to be part of this exciting milestone.

Congratulations, and welcome home!

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