Sales Slow Down, But Some Homes Lingering on Market Find Buyers

Six Piedmont homes sold last month.

New Administrator Vows to Reinvigorate Montclair Village

Business association board members say Daniel Swafford is the “best candidate” for the job.

Open Houses, Oct. 30

None of the properties on view this Sunday are priced in the $1 million to $1.5 million mid range that is usually where much of the action is in Piedmont's market.

Joblessness Remains Relatively Low in Piedmont

Regionally, the unemployment rate is down but so is the number of jobs.

Open Houses, Oct. 23

Properties on Indian Drive and Highland Avenue are new the market this week.

What Do You Wish Were at the Corner of 41st and Piedmont?

The storefront vacated by J's Mexican American Food is looking for a new tenant.

Open Houses, Oct. 16

The homes on view in Piedmont this Sunday run the gamut from under $1 million to over over $2 million.

A.G. Ferrari Foods Out of Bankruptcy

Italian foods importer expects "to be around for the next 92 years."

Open Houses, Oct. 9

Properties on Florada and Highland avenues are on view with newly reduced prices, and a property on Sandringham is new to the open houses list this week.

For Lower Half, a Sellers Market in September

Nine Piedmont homes sold last month.

Open Houses, Oct. 2

Among the properties on view in Piedmont Sunday, a house on Park View Avenue new to the market and another on Oakmont with a newly reduced price.

Who’s Who: Jerry Lin, Entrepreneur

Jerry Lin’s passion for learning how things work led to his latest start up – a smart lighting company that aims to enhance and solve problems of large, efficient energy systems.

Open Houses, Sept. 25

Ten Piedmont properties are on view Sunday, all priced below $2 million.

The Lemon Man Returns

The lemonade will be flowing at the Harvest Festival Sunday. It's Jerry Miller's job to collect the secret ingredient: Piedmont-grown lemons.

Open Houses, Sept. 18

It will be a great Sunday for home shoppers in Piedmont with four new properties on Lower Grand, Monte, Highland, and Estrella Avenues on view and the Beach Dads Club Pancake Breakfast and Neighbors & Newcomers BBQ in effect.

Bay Area Job Market Stagnant Since July 2010

According to a Labor Department report, federal government jobs shrank the most, with 3,300 jobs cut in the past 12 months.

Where Did You Get That Cupcake?

If you order up something good, take a picture and send it with a description to amy@patch.com.

For Aviation Insurer, 150MPH is a Relaxing Commute

After flying for the U.S. Army as a helicopter pilot, Roger Gault happened into a successful career insuring planes, forming his own company in 1978.

Open Houses, Sept. 11

Homes on Calvert Court, Park Lane, Littlewood Drive, and Hillside Avenue are new to the market this week.

Strong Volume, Waning Prices

Sales of 14 Piedmont properties closed in August.

Open Houses, Sept. 4

Two of the three Piedmont properties on view during Labor Day weekend are new to the market this week.

Fentons to Open Replica Soda Fountain

A decade in the making, Myrtle's Lodge will offer a step back into ice cream history.

Open Houses, Aug. 28

A property at 48 Manor Dr is new to the market this week. 1524 Grand Ave is on view with a newly reduced price.

Where Did You Get That Tomato Soup?

If you order up something good, take a picture and send it with a description to amy@patch.com for the next 'Where Did You Get That?' feature.

Montclair Village Shoppers Want Fresh Food

Today in Montclair says the results of a Village Association survey are in.

Valero Owner Says Troubleshooting Sometimes Requires a Nap

Simon Ho, who's been repairing cars for more than 25 years, enjoys the challenge of new models.

Open Houses, Aug. 21

Seven homes on view this weekend are listed below Piedmont's $1.4 million sweet spot.

Local Café Strives to Be Just That

A Piedmonter gathers local folk and local food to create a new eatery on Piedmont Avenue.

Piedmont Open Houses, Aug. 14

Properties on King Avenue and Inverleith Terrace are on view this Sunday with newly reduced prices. Properties on Littlewood Drive and Estates Drive are newly listed.

Local Realtors Respond to Digital Demands

A new iPad app is just one of the technological innovations that's arrived in Piedmont's real estate market.

Open Houses, Aug. 7

Properties on Harvard Avenue, Littlewood Drive and Blair Avenue are on view this Sunday with newly reduced prices.

The Cost of Learning to Drive

Six hours of training at $30 to $75 an hour add up to $180 to $450 for a new teenage driver to meet state requirements.

Sushi Chef Didn't Want to Smell Like Fish

Kakui Sushi and Taki Sushi chef Kaz Sasaki, who loves playing music, was reluctant to go into the family business, but you wouldn't know it from his hamachi nigiri.

Poll: Where is Your Business District?

Vote for where you shop most.

July Home Sales

Fifteen houses were sold in Piedmont during the month.

Open Houses for July 31

Two properties are newly listed this week, one each on Grand and Scenic Avenues.

Variety Of Sports Fields Available For Rent in East Bay

This week, Patch compares rental fees for sports fields. Depending on a variety of factors, the cost to play on a field per hour can vary widely.

B-Dama Opens with Down-Home Japanese Food

From grilled yakitori to tofu salad to fried chicken gizzard, Piedmont Avenue’s newest restaurant isn’t catering to the sushi-eating crowd.

1,000 More Unemployed East Bay Residents in June

The unemployment rates in Alameda and Contra Costa counties edged up slightly last month. Still, California added nearly 30,000 jobs in June, more than the country as a whole. The number of Piedmonters on the unemployment rolls remained steady at 300.

Open Houses, July 24

House hunters at the high-end of Piedmont's market have the most properties to look at this Sunday.