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Nargiza Okilova - Bay Area Realtor Fremont real estate agent helping first-time buyers make smart, confident home decisions. DRE 02213286

26/05/2026

Here’s what $900,000 gets you in San Leandro right now 👇
💰 $900,000
🛏 2 bed | 🛁 2 bath | 📐 1,645 sqft

Rumpus room + full bath downstairs. Detached casita out back.

Original hardwood floors. Vaulted ceilings with timber beams. Wood-burning fireplace.

Upstairs balcony. Owned solar + Tesla Powerwall.

Quiet cul-de-sac with mature landscaping, fruit trees, and palm trees.

Is this what you expected for this price in the East Bay?

If you think it’s not for you, no worries, DM me I’ll send you similar homes within your budget.

Nargiza
DRE 02213286

Comment INFO and I’ll send you all the details 📩


Listing courtesy of Greg Novak, DRE 01721382, Red Oak Realty

08/05/2026

When we bought our first home in the East Bay, my husband and I were beyond excited. We had saved up and felt ready, convinced we knew exactly what we were doing.

Looking back, however, there are a few things I would do differently.

First, I would hire an agent I truly trusted from the very beginning.

I needed someone to sit us down, explain the entire process, and act as a genuine advocate in our corner. Instead, we tried to handle it ourselves and ended up hiring the listing agent.

That was a disaster.

He didn’t know which side he wanted to be on, and we felt the lack of true representation every step of the way.

Second—and I want every buyer to hear this—be careful with automated tour requests.

We requested tours through Redfin, thinking they were simply sending someone to open the door.
In reality, those agents are assigned to represent you, and they only get paid if you buy the house. If you aren’t planning to work with a portal’s agent, please don’t request tours through them. It’s important to respect their time and professional role.

Third, nobody warned us about the supplemental tax. While we had budgeted for standard property taxes, we were blindsided by the supplemental tax bill that arrived after closing.

This is a one- or two-time bill based on the difference between the seller’s old assessed value and your new purchase price. In the East Bay, this can amount to thousands of dollars. We simply weren’t prepared for it.

Today, I am a real estate agent helping families navigate this process every day. I still remember exactly how it felt to sit at that closing table not fully understanding what I was signing.
You don’t have to feel that way. Helping you avoid those surprises is the whole reason I do what I do.

If you’re buying in the East Bay and you want someone who will explain every single step before it happens — DM me. That’s exactly what I’m here for.

Save this if you’re in the process 📌 and share it with someone who needs to hear it.

📍 Fremont | San Leandro | Newark | Union City | Hayward | East Bay

Nargiza | eXp Realty DRE #02213286
(415) 629-4477

06/05/2026

San Leandro home for sale.

2 bedrooms on paper. Way more home in person — San Leandro, CA.

🛏 2 bed | 🛁 2 bath | 📐 1,511 sq ft + bonus lower level 💰 $1,000,000

Here’s what a million dollars gets you in San Leandro’s Creekside neighborhood:

A chef’s kitchen with a Thermador five-burner range and Miele steam oven. A main bathroom with dual sinks, soaking tub, and rain shower. Hardwood floors, corner fireplace, and a gated front courtyard.

Downstairs — a whole bonus level with a wet bar, flexible rooms for an office, gym, or guest space, plus a second full bathroom. Most people don’t see this coming.

Out back: raised garden beds, fruit trees, stone patio, retractable awning, and a rose garden. Owned solar with dual Tesla Powerwalls included.

Walk Score 9.0. BART nearby. Minutes to downtown San Leandro.

What do you think about this house?

Comment INFO and I’ll send you all the details 👇

If this one isn’t the right fit, message me — I’ll send you similar homes in your price range.

Nargiza | eXp Realty DRE 02213286
(415) 629-4477


Listing courtesy of Greg Novak DRE 01721382 & Terry Martinez DRE 01726031 | Red Oak Realty

24/04/2026

Buyers get pre-approved for $1.2M… or they think they qualify for $1.2M
and only look at homes priced at $1.2M.

That sounds logical.
But in markets like Fremont and Newark — it’s completely wrong.

Because that price you see?

It’s not the real price.

It’s a strategy.

Many homes are intentionally listed lower to attract attention, create competition, and drive the price up.

So that $1.2M home?

It’s often not selling for $1.2M.

I’ve seen homes listed at $1.2M sell for $1.4M or more.

And buyers who don’t understand this…
keep losing — or get priced out without realizing why.

In this market, your search price and your purchase price are not the same thing.

That’s where strategy comes in.

Because the goal isn’t just to stay “within budget.”

It’s to position yourself correctly… so you actually have a chance to win.

If you’re starting your home search in Fremont or Newark and want to understand how to approach pricing the right way,
Let’s make a plan.
~ Nargiza | (415) 629-4477
eXp Realty | DRE 02213286

Tags: Fremont CA Real Estate 2026, Fremont housing market, Bay Area homes for sale, buying a home in Fremont, California real estate market update, first time home buyer Bay Area, Fremont CA realtor, housing market 2026

24/04/2026

Fremont home prices just dropped 5.4%. Is this the moment buyers have been waiting for? 👇

According to the California Association of Realtors, here’s what the March 2026 data actually shows:

🏡 67 homes sold — down 11.8% from last year
📋 95 active listings — down 8.7%
💰 Median price: $1.75 million
⏱️ Median days on market: just 8 days
📈 Homes selling at 104% of asking price
🔖 17.9% of active listings now have price reductions

Yes, prices are softer.
But this market is NOT slow.

Well-priced homes are still flying off the market in 8 days — and buyers who know where to look are finding a real negotiating room for the first time in years.

That 17.9% of listings with price reductions? That’s your window.

If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for the right moment — this data is worth paying attention to.

Follow for weekly Fremont-only updates you won’t find on Zillow.

~ Nargiza | (415) 629-4477

eXp Realty DRE 02213286

22/04/2026

Your budget means something very different here.

A number that feels strong in most places can feel average once you start looking in Fremont or nearby cities.

For example, the house you see in East Oakland is cheaper than the rest of the Bay Area itself, and don’t get me started on how expensive this Bay Area is.

It’s not that your budget is “not enough.”
It’s that the market resets your expectations fast.

Then there’s commuting.

Here, your commute isn’t about distance — it’s about when you leave, which direction you’re going, and how traffic actually moves.

Where you live will quietly shape your daily life more than you expect.

And school districts…

Even if you don’t have kids, they shape the entire pricing structure of neighborhoods like Mission San Jose in Fremont.

It’s one of those things people don’t fully understand until they’re already here.

And the biggest shift?

You don’t really shop for homes here the same way you do elsewhere.

You start realizing every choice has a trade-off.
Price vs location.
Space vs commute.
Schools vs competition.

There’s rarely a “perfect” option — just different versions of compromise.

And if you are planning to buy your first home here, it’s not gonna be your dream home, which is ok.

Thinking about buying or selling?

Let’s make a plan.

~ Nargiza | (415) 629-4477

eXp Realty DRE 02213286

16/04/2026

Selling your home in Fremont isn’t just a transaction.

It’s a whole feeling.

There’s the moment you decide you’re ready — and then immediately wonder if you’re making the biggest timing mistake of your life.

Is the market about to dip?
Should I have listed last spring?
What if I sell and can’t find anything to buy?

That fear of getting the timing wrong?

It’s one of the most common things I hear from Fremont sellers — and it makes complete sense.

Here’s what I want you to know:

There is no perfect market moment. There is only your moment — when your life circumstances, your finances, and your goals line up. That’s the data point that matters most.

In Fremont specifically, we’re seeing sellers navigate a market that rewards preparation and pricing strategy far more than perfect timing. Homes that are well-prepared and accurately priced are still moving. Ones that aren’t — sit.

The roller coaster is real. But you don’t have to ride it alone.

If you’re thinking about selling in Fremont and the “what if I time it wrong” feeling is holding you back — drop FREMONT in the comments and let’s talk it through.

No pressure, just clarity.

📍 Fremont, CA 🏡

Thinking about selling?

Let’s make a plan.

~ Nargiza | (415) 629-4477
eXp Realty DRE 02213286

11/04/2026

Comment “SSJ” for more info or a private showing.

This beautifully remodeled home just hit the market in the Coyote Neighborhood of South San Jose. Conveniently located and ready for you to call home.

Want to learn if this is a good time to start looking for a home?

Have a home and want to know your home value?

Call/Text or DM to set up a consultation.

Enrique Medellin
PRG Real Estate x EXP Realty
DRE # 011449832
Call/Text 408-315-9840

Listed by Sherry Lau, Specialty Corporation

08/04/2026

Single family home for sale in San Leandro, California — Estudillo Estates

🛏 3 bedrooms
🛁 2 bathrooms
📐 2,085 sqft
💰 $1,100,000

✨ Original hardwood floors throughout
🪵 Wood-burning fireplace
🌿 Large level backyard with deck
🍽 Formal dining room + eat-in kitchen
🏠 Versatile den (office, media room, or potential 4th bed)
🚗 Two-car garage with interior access

Estudillo Estates is one of those San Leandro neighborhoods that always gets attention — corner lot, custom homes, tree-lined streets, walkable to shopping and dining.

If this one isn’t the right fit, message me — I’ll send you similar homes in your price range.

Nargiza | eXp Realty DRE 02213286
(415) 629-4477

Comment “INFO” and I’ll send you the details 👇



Listing courtesy of Greg Novak DRE 01721382 & Terry Martinez DRE 01726031, Red Oak Realty

03/04/2026

3-bedroom home for sale in Newark, California 🏡
🛏 3 beds
🛁 1 bath
📐 1,048 sq ft
💰 $948,000
Looking for a home in Newark under $1 million with a large lot and future potential? This one stands out.
✅ Bright, functional layout with plenty of natural light
✅ Kitchen with granite countertops and solid cabinet space
✅ Spacious 7,500 sq ft lot — rare for this price point
✅ Large backyard with room for entertaining, gardening, or expansion
✅ Potential for ADU (buyer to verify with city)
✅ Long driveway for convenient off-street parking
Newark is one of the most strategic entry points into the Bay Area — especially for buyers who want access to Silicon Valley without paying Fremont or Peninsula prices.
You’re also close to parks, shopping, schools, and major commute routes like I-880 and the Dumbarton Bridge — making daily travel more manageable.
If you’re searching for:
Newark homes for sale under $1M
Bay Area homes with large lot
Fixer or value-add opportunities in Alameda County
👉 This is a strong option to consider.
💬 Comment INFO and I’ll send you the full details + showing link 🔑

If this one isn’t the right fit, message me — I’ll send you similar homes in your price range.
Nargiza | eXp Realty DRE 02213286
(415) 629-4477

🏡 Listed by Bill Qin | BQ Realty | DRE 01879849
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