The Oakland Guru, with Colette Washington

05/20/2026

Good morning, Kiki and I are heading to Lake Merritt for a sunny walk to clear our minds of all the injustice in the world. Stay beautiful and bless y’all. 🙏🏽💕💪🏽🐾

05/11/2026

SWIPE TO INTERIOR PHOTOS of beautifully updated Kitchen, original working fireplace, recessed lighting, and LARGE MULTIPURPOSE SPACE, to be used as fourth bedroom, family room, guest suite, or art studio with existing half bathroom and private side entrance in desirable , .

05/11/2026

Sold in 12 days with five offers, landing at one $1,225,000 after moving cabana to lower deck, adding supplemental staging, power washing, cleaning windows, refreshing paint, making minor repairs, and ZEROING out Capital Gains. Ask me how! 🏡💕

04/22/2026

THE 411 ON THE 510 📍
Ever wondered why we’re called the “Sunny Side of the Bay”? Here’s your local Lowdown on OakTown and the East Bay Area. 👇🏽 Swipe for more images 👉🏽

☀️ SUNSHINE > FOG
While SF is under fog, Oakland enjoys a mostly perfect Mediterranean climate. Coming to the East Side? Put your stunna shades on! 😎

🛶 A LAKE LIKE NO OTHER
Lake Merritt is the ONLY natural salt-water lake in a city center in the US. Enjoy a 3.4-mile loop of pure Oakland vibes.

🏡 ARCHITECTURAL GEMS
From 1800s Victorians to sleek Mid-Century Moderns in the hills: the 510 has a HOME style for every soul.

🌮 THE GOURMET GHETTO & BEYOND
We don’t just have food for the soul; we have a movement. North Berkeley to Fruitvale: our culinary scene is unmatched.

🌲 REDWOODS IN THE BACKYARD
You can hike through ancient redwoods in the morning and be at a world-class bistro by lunch.

🏡 YOUR 510 EXPERT
Whether you’re a local or a newcomer, I’m here to help you plant and grow generational equity wealth, rooted in East Bay Real Estate. 💯

📞 LET’S TALK: 510-296-3783
Colette Washington, REALTOR | eXp Realty of CA, Inc.

04/10/2026

STOP WAITING FOR RATES TO DROP! 📉🏡 I hear it all the time... "Colette, I’m just going to wait until the rates come down." 🛑 I totally get it! But here's the reality: As rates drop, home prices and competition increase, and the tradeoff could cost you $50k to $100k MORE for that same gorgeous house, at a higher Tax Rate. And that’s appreciation you will have MISSED out on! 💸 As a 25-year, proud Oakland resident, I’ve seen these cycles before. So the smart move is to get into the market now, start growing generational equity wealth, and refinance later as rates do come down. 💯 I also work with Lenders offering "RATE BUY DOWNS" Paid By Them! Every home has its challenges, but waiting should NOT COST YOU your Dream Home! 🤩 My "Lifetime HOME Guidance Guarantee" means I’m with you long after the keys are in your hand. 🏡✨ Want to see how the numbers actually look for YOU and your unique financial situation? Let’s talk! DM me, or book a free strategy call with me here: 510-296-3783. Wishing you the very best always, Colette Washington, aka TheOaklandGuru.

04/10/2026

THE 411 ON THE 510 📍
Ever wondered why we're called the "Sunny Side of the Bay"? Here’s your local Lowdown on OakTown and the East Bay Area. 👇🏽

☀️ SUNSHINE > FOG
While SF is under fog, Oakland enjoys a near perfect Mediterranean climate. Coming to the East Side? Put your stunna shades on! 😎

🛶 A LAKE LIKE NO OTHER
Lake Merritt is the ONLY natural salt-water lake in a city center in the US. Enjoy a 3.4-mile loop of pure Oakland vibes.

🏡 ARCHITECTURAL GEMS
From 1800s Victorians to sleek Mid-Century Moderns in the hills: the 510 has a HOME style for every soul.

🌮 THE GOURMET GHETTO & BEYOND
We don’t just have food for the soul; we have a movement. North Berkeley to Fruitvale: our culinary scene is unmatched.

🌲 REDWOODS IN THE BACKYARD
You can hike through ancient redwoods in the morning and be at a world-class bistro by lunch.

🏡 YOUR 510 EXPERT
Whether you’re a local or a newcomer, I’m here to help you plant and grow generational equity wealth, rooted in East Bay Real Estate. 💯

📞 LET'S TALK: 510-296-3783
Colette Washington, REALTOR | eXp Realty of CA, Inc.

04/05/2026

Do NOT miss this “Caballo Hills Retreat” with canyon views from your backyard sanctuary. Meticulously maintained by current owners for 26 years. Now is your chance to become the proud new owner. Seen by OPEN HOUSE or appointment only! Comment HOME for deets.

01/03/2026

Multi-gen living is on the rise across the East Bay, and it’s not just about adding extra bedrooms! 🏡🤩 Families are loving flexible spaces that make daily life smoother for EVERY generation. Think separate entrances for privacy, dual kitchens for meal independence, and accessible bathrooms: these features mean comfort for everyone, from grandparents to teens! 🛋️🧑‍🍳

Shared living areas that balance togetherness and quiet time, smart layouts for work-from-home options, and backyard ADUs or bonus rooms help your family thrive… and grow that equity! 💯 If you want a home that truly fits every phase of life, let's talk about the real features worth investing in!

Ready to find your perfect multi-gen space? Drop a comment or DM me! 🏡✨

09/06/2025

Revised plans for this abandoned Oaklamd building project.

Revised plans have been filed for the abandoned construction site at 4400 Martin Luther King Junior Way in Oakland, Alameda County. The topped-out...