Greg Novak

Greg Novak Greg Novak Real Properties: Real Estate questions & solutions. CA DRE # 01721382
Red Oak Realty Why not call me today?

Choosing the right Realtor is the most important decision a potential home buyer or seller will make. I know the diligence, patience and creativity required to be successful in the competitive San Francisco Bay Area real estate market. I enjoy guiding my clients through what can at times seem to be a very daunting process. A process that requires an objective financial analysis measured against th

e sacred concept of “home.” I have more than a decade’s worth of experience buying and selling Bay Area homes. My goal is to compassionately guide you through the buying and selling process, and to help make it rewarding and fun with steady, seasoned leadership.

Yesterday’s Open House at 307 Covington Street was about more than just showing a beautiful home…it was about showing bu...
08/30/2026

Yesterday’s Open House at 307 Covington Street was about more than just showing a beautiful home…it was about showing buyers what makes Sheffield Village such a special place to live. 🏡🍦

I invited Mister Softee NorCal to stop by and serve soft-serve ice cream to the neighborhood, and it turned into quite the afternoon! Neighbors came out, kids filled the sidewalks, and the front yard became a neighborhood gathering place.

Even better, the two dozen or so homebuyers who came through the open house got to experience Sheffield Village the way I hoped they would not just as a collection of houses, but as a genuine community. They got to see firsthand the kind of neighborhood connection that makes this little corner of Oakland so unique.

A successful open house, lots of positive feedback, plenty of ice cream, and a great day in Sheffield Village. 🍦🏡❤️

And we’re doing it again today!
307 Covington Street, Oakland
OPEN HOUSE TODAY | 2–4PM
Red Oak Realty | East Bay Real Estate Brokerage
Mister Softee Nor Cal

Come see the house and discover the neighborhood.

08/27/2026

JUST LISTED | 307 Covington Street, Sheffield Village/Oakland 🏡

There’s a reason people fall in love with Sheffield Village and 307 Covington Street is a wonderful example of what makes this neighborhood so special.

This charming single-level 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offers 1,302 square feet of light-filled living space, beautifully refinished random-plank hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, updated kitchen and bathrooms, and an easy, comfortable floor plan.

Just outside and you’ll find a large front porch, wood deck, covered patio, backyard space for entertaining and gardening, and a sizable detached garage all on a 5,304-square-foot lot.

And beyond the front door? Tree-lined streets, neighborhood parks, open space and that unmistakable Sheffield Village sense of community.

307 Covington Street | Oakland
3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 1,302 Sq. Ft. | Single Level

Come see why Sheffield Village continues to be one of Oakland’s hidden gems. Fr 4-6pm, Sa/Su 2-4pm

📩 DM me for details, disclosures or a private showing.

Greg Novak
Red Oak Realty | East Bay Real Estate Brokerage
DRE 01721382

🏡 COMING SOON TO SHEFFIELD VILLAGE!Something special is about to hit the market in my favorite Oakland neighborhood.This...
08/24/2026

🏡 COMING SOON TO SHEFFIELD VILLAGE!

Something special is about to hit the market in my favorite Oakland neighborhood.

This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath, single-level home combines classic character with thoughtful updates, including beautiful hardwood floors, updated kitchen and baths, a wood-burning fireplace, formal dining room, and wonderful indoor-outdoor living.

And just look at that curb appeal. 🌳

I’m putting the finishing touches on this one now and can’t wait to share the full tour.

📍 307 Covington Street | Sheffield Village | Oakland

Interested before it hits the market? Send me a DM for details.

Red Oak Realty | East Bay Real Estate Brokerage

08/14/2026

🏡 JUST LISTED IN PIEDMONT PINES!

High in the Oakland Hills, this serene 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home is officially on the market! 🌲

Set on an 8,276 sq. ft.* lot with beautiful canyon views, this 1977 home offers a wonderful combination of space, privacy and indoor-outdoor living.

✨ Soaring living room ceilings + stone fireplace
✨ Refinished Brazilian cherry hardwood floors
✨ Fresh interior paint + new carpeting
✨ New LED lighting
✨ Large kitchen with breakfast nook
✨ Formal dining room
✨ Spacious primary suite with its own fireplace
✨ Multiple decks overlooking the lovely
✨ Ample storage (and this is an understatement!)
✨ Two-car garage

And the location is hard to beat as it’s just around the corner from The Hills Swim & Tennis Club and Skyline Gate at Redwood Regional Park, with miles of trails and some of the East Bay’s best outdoor recreation practically at your doorstep.

OPEN HOUSES THIS WEEKEND
📅 Saturday & Sunday
⏰ 2–4 PM
✅ 6909 Exeter Dr. Oakland, CA

Come experience this special Oakland Hills setting for yourself.

📩 DM me for more information or a private showing.

Red Oak Realty | East Bay Real Estate Brokerage
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Team Hunt Homes

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Sometimes the best part of living in the Bay Area is getting away from it for a day. 🌲Maryann and I played hooky for a m...
08/14/2026

Sometimes the best part of living in the Bay Area is getting away from it for a day. 🌲

Maryann and I played hooky for a midweek “weekend” and headed north to Sonoma County for a hike through Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve, just outside Guerneville.

It’s hard to capture the scale of these magnificent coast redwoods in a photograph. Some have been standing here for well over 1,000 years, including the reserve’s oldest tree, the Colonel Armstrong, estimated to be around 1,400 years old.

I also love the history behind this place. James Armstrong and his family recognized what was being lost to logging and became early advocates for preserving this extraordinary grove. Armstrong Woods became a county park in 1916 and eventually joined the California State Park system in 1934.

One of those places that reminds you how lucky we are to live in Northern California — redwood forests, wine country, the coast, great little towns and the Bay Area all within reach.

And yes, every Realtor needs to disappear into the woods occasionally and recharge with a few hours of nature bathing. 😄🌲

08/08/2026

🏡 OPEN HOUSE | 340 Garcia Ave, San Leandro
Today & Tomorrow | 2-4PM

Storybook charm meets modern comfort in this delightful 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-level 1940s cottage in San Leandro’s Farrelly Pond neighborhood.

✨ Stunning random plank hardwood floors
🔥 Wood-burning fireplace with classic mantel
🍽 Formal dining room + charming breakfast nook
👩‍🍳 Vintage kitchen with classic Wedgewood range
🚿 Beautifully updated bath with walk-in rain shower
🌳 Spacious backyard deck + mature lemon tree
🚗 Detached garage + bonus structure with power
🌹 White picket fence, rose garden & front porch swing

And the location is hard to beat…approximately one mile from Downtown San Leandro and BART, and just down the street from Siempre Verde Park.

We had a terrific response at our first Broker Tour, with agents especially loving the hardwood floors, fresh interior and exterior paint, and the home’s wonderful original architectural details.

Come see for yourself!

📍 340 Garcia Ave, San Leandro
📅 Saturday & Sunday
⏰ 2-4PM

08/05/2026

🏡✨ New Listing in San Leandro! ✨🏡

Looking for low-maintenance living without giving up comfort or outdoor space? This beautifully updated ground-floor condo might be exactly what you’ve been waiting for!

Step inside to find an updated kitchen with all-new stainless steel appliances, a stylish remodeled bathroom with a spacious walk-in shower, newer dual-pane windows and sliders, in-unit laundry, and two dedicated parking spaces. My favorite feature? The incredibly private, covered backyard patio—an ideal spot for your morning coffee, entertaining friends, or simply unwinding at the end of the day.

You’re also just minutes from shopping, restaurants, and about a mile from the Heron Bay entrance to the San Francisco Bay Trail.

🎥 Take a look at the video and let me know what your favorite feature is!

📍Lewelling neighborhood, San Leandro
💲Offered at $448,000

Know someone looking for a move-in ready home? Tag them below or send them this post!

🎬🍿 Free outdoor movies are back in Montclair, and I hope you’ll join us!One of my favorite community traditions is retur...
07/24/2026

🎬🍿 Free outdoor movies are back in Montclair, and I hope you’ll join us!

One of my favorite community traditions is returning to our Red Oak Realty Montclair office, and it’s completely FREE to attend.

This year’s lineup features:
🎥 August 22: Stand By Me — a timeless classic that’s even better under the stars.
🦊🐰 September 12: Zootopia 2 — perfect for families and movie lovers of all ages.

The fun starts at 7PM with music, food, and a great neighborhood atmosphere before the movie begins at dusk. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, sweaters, and your favorite beverages. There will be popcorn, food sponsors, and plenty of friendly faces.

This year also includes a Little Lions Book Drive, so if you’re able, bring a new or gently loved children’s book to help support a school in Nairobi, Kenya.

Whether you’re a longtime Montclair resident or just looking for a fun Saturday evening, I’d love to see you there. Community events like these are one of the many reasons I love being part of the Red Oak Realty | East Bay Real Estate Brokerage .

📍 Red Oak Realty – Montclair
6450 Moraga Avenue, Oakland
(Enter on Medau Place at Moraga Avenue)

Tag a friend, pack a blanket, and I’ll see you at the movies! 🍿✨

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Maryann and I headed up to Napa Valley with dear friends Jeff and Linda for an incredible night of ’80s music under the ...
07/21/2026

Maryann and I headed up to Napa Valley with dear friends Jeff and Linda for an incredible night of ’80s music under the summer sky.

The lineup was fantastic: Modern English, The English Beat, Wang Chung, and Howard Jones closing out the night.

I’ve seen The English Beat several times over the years, and as always they didn’t disappoint. But the biggest fun for me were openers Modern English. A lot of people, I know them primarily for “I Melt With You,” but their entire set was outstanding. They proved they’re so much more than a band remembered for one hit. Wang Chung brought a ton of energy, and Howard Jones delivered a set full of songs that instantly transported everyone back 40-years.

There’s something special about outdoor concerts. Great music, summer evenings, friends, and thousands of people dancing and singing along to songs that have become the soundtrack to so many lives. It was one of those nights that reminds you how powerful live music can be.

Already looking forward to the next one.

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