Ann Arriola Plant

Ann Arriola Plant

Certified Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES): 510.381.2101 

My great-great-grandfather, Fortunado Arriola, was an early California artist and teacher of many - one of his pictures hangs in the Oakland Museum. As a fifth generation Californian from a family of artists, I see everything in pictures and strive to make those pictures perfect. 

With a background in both art and marketing, I see the big picture first then break it down into smaller parts, just like when creating a painting. I love this process because I get to explain to buyers how to really look at a house, and I help sellers with the vision of bringing the best out of their homes. For all my clients I am picky, and I keep at it until I get it right.
 
Since 1996 I have represented over 425 clients in transactions valued at over $435M. Over the past 5 years my listings sold an average of 26% over list price after being on the market for an average of just 15 days. In 2022 I was ranked among the top 0.7% of agents in the Inner East Bay and one of Red Oak’s top producing agents.

But numbers aren’t everything. There are many great agents in the East Bay. For some, real estate is just a livelihood. For others it is a passion. For those of us that fall into the passion category, we each bring our unique skills to helping buyers find the right home, and giving sellers the vision of how their home can be its absolute best. 
 
I bring enthusiasm, a genuine desire to help others, and the willingness to jump into a challenge! I love to create solutions and I’m not afraid to get my hands dirty. As the purchase and sale of real estate is faster and more complex than ever, the need for an informed advisor could not be more important. My goal is to help you develop a strategy that serves both your short and long-term needs when you are ready to buy or sell.
 
As a former owner/partner of Marvin Gardens Real Estate, I’ve been involved with all facets of real estate since 1980. I’ve run an office, created budgets, trained agents, solved problems, and helped hundreds of buyers and sellers reach their dreams. Marvin Gardens merged with Red Oak in 2019 to create the largest independent real estate office in the East Bay. We are truly a home-grown office and proud of it!

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Ann Arriola Plant's Listings

2139 Rose St
Berkeley, CA 94709
5 Bed 2 Full Baths 2,540 Sq. Ft.*
List Price: $1,598,000
on market
2139 Rose St
Berkeley, CA 94709
5 Bed 2 Full Baths 2,540 Sq. Ft.*
List Price: $1,598,000
on market

Ann Arriola Plant's Pending Listings

2315 Eunice St
Berkeley, CA 94708
3 Bed 1 Full + 1 Half Baths 1,649 Sq. Ft.*
List Price: $1,395,000
pending

Ann Arriola Plant's List Side Sold Properties

1146 Keith Ave
Berkeley, CA 94708
4 Bed 3 Full Baths 2,252 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $1,850,000
closed
846 San Luis Rd
Berkeley, CA 94707
5 Bed 3 Full + 1 Half Baths 3,212 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $3,410,000
closed
1452 Portland Ave
Albany, CA 94706
4 Bed 2 Full Baths 1,627 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $1,950,000
closed
1364 Henry St
Berkeley, CA 94709
2 Bed 1 Full + 1 Half Baths 1,174 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $1,200,000
closed
969 Cragmont Ave
Berkeley, CA 94708
4 Bed 2 Full Baths 1,835 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $2,200,000
closed
1844 San Ramon Ave
Berkeley, CA 94707
4 Bed 2 Full + 1 Half Baths 1,800 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $2,200,000
closed
2244 Summer St
Berkeley, CA 94709
3 Bed + 1 Half Baths 1,627 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $1,215,000
closed
144 Hill Rd
Berkeley, CA 94708
4 Bed 3 Full Baths 2,186 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $2,520,000
closed
683 Arlington Ave
Berkeley, CA 94707
4 Bed 3 Full + 1 Half Baths 2,320 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $2,220,000
closed
820 Jackson St
Albany, CA 94706
2 Bed 1 Full Baths 816 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $960,000
closed
2963 Magnolia St
Berkeley, CA 94705
4 Bed 2 Full Baths 2,110 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $2,725,000
closed
362 60Th St
Oakland, CA 94618
3 Bed 2 Full Baths 2,290 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $1,880,000
closed
1119 Keith Ave
Berkeley, CA 94708
4 Bed 2 Full + 1 Half Baths 2,420 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $2,400,000
closed
554 Neilson
Berkeley, CA 94707
3 Bed 1 Full Baths 1,416 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $1,426,000
closed
1322 Queens
Berkeley, CA 94708
2 Bed 1 Full + 1 Half Baths 1,054 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $1,550,000
closed
1614 Capistrano
Berkeley, CA 94707
2 Bed 2 Full Baths 1,273 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $1,780,000
closed
1909 Francisco St
Berkeley, CA 94709
4 Bed 2 Full Baths 2,386 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $2,105,000
closed
2666 Shasta Rd
Berkeley, CA 94708
2 Bed 2 Full Baths 1,284 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $2,210,000
closed
1171 Colusa Ave
Berkeley, CA 94707
4 Bed 3 Full Baths 2,365 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $2,510,000
closed
1027 Rispin Dr
Berkeley, CA 94705
5 Bed 5 Full + 1 Half Baths 3,427 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $2,001,027
closed
1560 Sacramento St
Berkeley, CA 94702
3 Bed 2 Full Baths 1,505 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $1,925,000
closed
415 Cornell Ave, #103
Albany, CA 94706
2 Bed 2 Full Baths 1,018 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $680,000
closed
17 Wildwood Pl
El Cerrito, CA 94530
3 Bed 2 Full + 1 Half Baths 1,472 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $850,000
closed
839 Evelyn Ave
Albany, CA 94706
2 Bed 2 Full Baths 1,648 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $1,625,000
closed
CA
4 Bed 3 Full Baths 3,879 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $3,300,000
closed
1 Menlo Pl
Berkeley, CA 94707
2 Bed 1 Full Baths 1,173 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $1,753,000
closed
295 Colgate Ave
Kensington, CA 94708
3 Bed 1 Full + 1 Half Baths 1,173 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $1,425,000
closed
1619 Richmond St
El Cerrito, CA 94530
4 Bed 2 Full Baths 1,466 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $1,240,000
closed
2311 Acton
Berkeley, CA 94702
1,737 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $1,412,000
closed
2311 Acton St
Berkeley, CA 94702
3 Bed 2 Full Baths 1,737 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $1,412,000
closed
866 Santa Barbara Rd
Berkeley, CA 94707
3 Bed 1 Full + 1 Half Baths 1,716 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $1,915,000
closed
4363 HARBORD DRIVE
Oakland, CA 94618
3 Bed 2 Full + 1 Half Baths 2,443 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $2,620,000
closed
1 Dewey Rd
Kensington, CA 94708
2 Bed 1 Full + 1 Half Baths 1,533 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $2,350,000
closed

Ann Arriola Plant's Buy Side Sold Properties

4451 HOWE ST
Oakland, CA 94611
4 Bed 3 Full + 1 Half Baths 2,501 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $2,250,000
closed
1 Arlmont Dr
Kensington, CA 94707
4 Bed 5 Full Baths 3,100 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $3,150,000
closed
1848 Gaspar
Oakland, CA 94611
3 Bed 2 Full + 1 Half Baths 1,976 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $1,170,000
closed
308 Vassar Ave
Kensington, CA 94708
4 Bed 2 Full Baths 1,880 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $1,300,000
closed
102 Seaview Ct
Richmond, CA 94801
3 Bed 2 Full + 1 Half Baths 2,616 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $1,410,000
closed
2611 Piedmont Ave, #1
Berkeley, CA 94704
1 Bed 1 Full Baths 608 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $845,000
closed
96 Parnassus Rd
Berkeley, CA 94708
5 Bed 4 Full + 1 Half Baths 3,866 Sq. Ft.*
Sold Price: $3,300,000
closed

"Ann Plant is the consummate professional, and a complete pleasure to deal with. I would give her 10 full stars, if I could! Highly, highly recommended. She's one of the most experienced agents out there, and she's successful at what she does for good reason--she's damn good.She sold our duplex, as well as helped us buy our current house, so I know what she's like on both the buy and sell side. She saved us $ on both ends, and knows everyone in the biz (from other agents, to inspectors, to folks who can give you estimates in a jiffy). She is detail-oriented, knowledgeable, and the best real estate agent out there, especially if you are looking for someone who worries about everything from soup to nuts. She goes the extra mile and did things like help deal with our tenant so his stuff was moved out in time, helped us consider all of our offers, etc. And she is responsible and responsive. I texted her, called her, and always got a response, even at midnight! There is a reason why she's such a hot agent -- she's very, very good at what she does. And she loves what she does, too, and it shows! And when we were buyers, she helped us land our dream home, even though there were eight other offers. She's smart, funny, and fun to deal with. Having her as an agent will also give you credibility in a tough and hot market, like the one we are facing right now.My husband and I are persnickety lawyers, and she also has represented a number of my law firm partners. We all love Ann Plant. You can't go wrong. Finally, I will say that even though I've had bad experiences with prior agents, Ann has a high level of integrity. She is a service provider and keeps her word at every turn. While she wants to close the deal, she is not so competitive that it will leave you with a bad taste in your mouth, ever. She would rather you not close if you are uncomfortable with something, which tells you a lot! Anyway, I am recommending her to every person who wants to buy or sell a house in the East Bay. And if you need more info, message me privately. Thanks!"

Quyen T.

"Ann was my selling agent on a family property that needed extensive work before going to market. She managed the entire process and obtained top dollar in the sale. Thank you Ann! You were the best."

Aaron C.

"Ann was amazing. The best! She was there to help us at every turn as we navigated the process of selling the house."

Catherine Johnson

"This was my third transaction with Ann and although a lot of steps could have been stressful as a seller, she informed me of every important decision and step along the way and took care of a million little details without me needing to worry about anything at all. This diligent, hard working and honest realtor made for a very smooth transaction!"

Olivier Theriault

"Great work from Ann Plant and the rest of the team. I would recommend Red Oak Realty."

Franco Moriconi,Successor Trustee

"Ann Plant is the consummate professional, and a complete pleasure to deal with. I would give her 10 full stars, if I could!  Highly, highly recommended.  She's one of the most experienced agents out there, and she's successful at what she does for good reason--she's damn good.She sold our duplex, as well as helped us buy our current house, so I know what she's like on both the buy and sell side.  She saved us $ on both ends, and knows everyone in the biz (from other agents, to inspectors, to folks who can give you estimates in a jiffy).  She is detail-oriented, knowledgeable, and the best real estate agent out there, especially if you are looking for someone who worries about everything from soup to nuts.  She goes the extra mile and did things like help deal with our tenant so his stuff was moved out in time, helped us consider all of our offers, etc.  And she is responsible and responsive.  I texted her, called her, and always got a response, even at midnight! There is a reason why she's such a hot agent -- she's very, very good at what she does.  And she loves what she does, too, and it shows!   And when we were buyers, she helped us land our dream home, even though there were eight other offers.  She's smart, funny, and fun to deal with. Having her as an agent will also give you credibility in a tough and hot market, like the one we are facing right now.My husband and I are persnickety lawyers, and she also has represented a number of my law firm partners.  We all love Ann Plant.  You can't go wrong.  Finally, I will say that even though I've had bad experiences with prior agents, Ann has a high level of integrity.  She is a service provider and keeps her word at every turn.  While she wants to close the deal, she is not so competitive that it will leave you with a bad taste in your mouth, ever.  She would rather you not close if you are uncomfortable with something, which tells you a lot!  Anyway, I am recommending her to every person who wants to buy or sell a house in the East Bay.  And if you need more info, message me privately.  Thanks!"

Quyen T

"Ann is wonderful. She is extremely knowledgeable and conscientious. Her judgment is excellent and reflects the decades of experience she brings to every transaction. Working with her is a joy."

Joel Singer

"Ann Plant helped me find and purchase the perfect home in an excellent school district. She has DECADES of experience as a broker (not agent) in this area and she is extremely knowledgeable, well connected, and respected. My family has been working with Ann since the 80s or 90s.Ann, thank you so much for everything you did. Like meeting me with a flashlight at 6 a.m. and repeatedly after dark when everyone else was having dinner, so that we could act fast, get all the info, and make the most compelling offer possible. Thank you for answering all of my questions and educating me throughout the whole process, taking the time to explain all the ins and outs as I filed multiple offers on multiple properties. We were always on time, with everything complete. Thank you for always picking up the phone and responding to my texts, and even reminding me of my tasks. It was a pleasure working with Ann Plant, and if someone reading this chooses to do so, you will also be glad you made that decision. Cheers! Happy hunting (or selling)!"

B Z.

"This is a long overdue testimonial for Ann Arriola Plant (owner/partner) and the wonderful service we received from her when we sold our house last year (May '16).  

We've bought and sold several properties over the years and have worked with many agents throughout the Bay Area.  When it came time to sell our home in the Berkeley Hills (North Berkeley), we contacted a top-producing agent from a well-known Berkeley brokerage firm but was deeply disappointed with her marketing strategy for our home and her estimate of what our home would sell for.  We approached Ann because we noticed the impressive results she provided to our neighbor when she sold his home.  

After meeting Ann, we hired her on the spot because not only did she demonstrate a deep knowledge and expertise of the East Bay real estate market, we immediately sensed she understood each home she sells is unique and should never be marketed the same as the last.  

Not only did Ann beautifully stage our home, she shared her long list of vendors to call to tackle our list of "To Dos".  She made the entire process move as quickly and painlessly as possible.  She showed over and over again, her talent, creativity, quick thinking and problem solving skills.  I also really appreciate the fact that she worked with/represented my husband and I together but managed to listen to our individual needs/fears and tried to make us both happy.  In the end, our home sold quickly with multiple high offers.  The experience and results surpassed either one of our expectations.  Ann is in high demand because she has boundless energy and works hard for her clients.  In a heartbeat, I would hire her again and recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell.

We are forever grateful.  THANK YOU ANN!!!!!!!!!! I truly cannot thank you enough!!!"

Cynthia H. (Source)

"This is a long overdue testimonial for Ann Arriola Plant and the wonderful service we received from her when we sold our house last year (May '16).

We've bought and sold several properties over the years and have worked with many agents throughout the Bay Area. When it came time to sell our home in the Berkeley Hills (North Berkeley), we contacted a top-producing agent from a well-known Berkeley brokerage firm but was deeply disappointed with her marketing strategy for our home and her estimate of what our home would sell for. We approached Ann because we noticed the impressive results she provided to our neighbor when she sold his home.

After meeting Ann, we hired her on the spot because not only did she demonstrate a deep knowledge and expertise in the East Bay real estate market, we immediately sensed she understood each home she sells is unique and should never be marketed the same as the last.

Not only did Ann beautifully stage our home, she shared her long list of vendors to call to tackle our list of "To Dos". She made the entire process move as quickly and painlessly as possible. She showed over and over again, her talent, creativity, quick thinking and problem solving skills. I also really appreciate the fact that she worked with/represented my husband and I together but managed to listen to our individual needs/fears and tried to make us both happy. In the end, our home sold quickly with multiple offers. The experience and results surpassed either one of our expectations. Ann is in high demand because she has boundless energy and works hard for her clients. In a heartbeat, I would hire her again and recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell.
I truly cannot thank her enough!!!"

Steve and Cindy C.

"Ann Plant is the consummate professional, and a complete pleasure to deal with. I would give her 10 full stars, if I could!  Highly, highly recommended.  She's one of the most experienced agents out there, and she's successful at what she does for good reason--she's damn good.She sold our duplex, as well as helped us buy our current house, so I know what she's like on both the buy and sell side.  She saved us $ on both ends, and knows everyone in the biz (from other agents, to inspectors, to folks who can give you estimates in a jiffy).  She is detail-oriented, knowledgeable, and the best real estate agent out there, especially if you are looking for someone who worries about everything from soup to nuts.  She goes the extra mile and did things like help deal with our tenant so his stuff was moved out in time, helped us consider all of our offers, etc.  And she is responsible and responsive.  I texted her, called her, and always got a response, even at midnight! There is a reason why she's such a hot agent -- she's very, very good at what she does.  And she loves what she does, too, and it shows!   And when we were buyers, she helped us land our dream home, even though there were eight other offers.  She's smart, funny, and fun to deal with. Having her as an agent will also give you credibility in a tough and hot market, like the one we are facing right now.My husband and I are persnickety lawyers, and she also has represented a number of my law firm partners.  We all love Ann Plant.  You can't go wrong.  Finally, I will say that even though I've had bad experiences with prior agents, Ann has a high level of integrity.  She is a service provider and keeps her word at every turn.  While she wants to close the deal, she is not so competitive that it will leave you with a bad taste in your mouth, ever.  She would rather you not close if you are uncomfortable with something, which tells you a lot!  Anyway, I am recommending her to every person who wants to buy or sell a house in the East Bay.  And if you need more info, message me privately.  Thanks!"

Quyen T

"Ann Plant is the consummate professional, and a complete pleasure to deal with. I would give her 10 full stars, if I could!  Highly, highly recommended.  She's one of the most experienced agents out there, and she's successful at what she does for good reason--she's damn good.She sold our duplex, as well as helped us buy our current house, so I know what she's like on both the buy and sell side.  She saved us $ on both ends, and knows everyone in the biz (from other agents, to inspectors, to folks who can give you estimates in a jiffy).  She is detail-oriented, knowledgeable, and the best real estate agent out there, especially if you are looking for someone who worries about everything from soup to nuts.  She goes the extra mile and did things like help deal with our tenant so his stuff was moved out in time, helped us consider all of our offers, etc.  And she is responsible and responsive.  I texted her, called her, and always got a response, even at midnight! There is a reason why she's such a hot agent -- she's very, very good at what she does.  And she loves what she does, too, and it shows!   And when we were buyers, she helped us land our dream home, even though there were eight other offers.  She's smart, funny, and fun to deal with. Having her as an agent will also give you credibility in a tough and hot market, like the one we are facing right now.My husband and I are persnickety lawyers, and she also has represented a number of my law firm partners.  We all love Ann Plant.  You can't go wrong.  Finally, I will say that even though I've had bad experiences with prior agents, Ann has a high level of integrity.  She is a service provider and keeps her word at every turn.  While she wants to close the deal, she is not so competitive that it will leave you with a bad taste in your mouth, ever.  She would rather you not close if you are uncomfortable with something, which tells you a lot!  Anyway, I am recommending her to every person who wants to buy or sell a house in the East Bay.  And if you need more info, message me privately.  Thanks!"

Quyen T

"Ann did an excellent job marketing our home. The result was a sales price far in excess of expectations. She is knowledgeable, personable, helpful and engaging."

Paul W Newacheck

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Based on information from bridgeMLS, Bay East Association of REALTORS® and Contra Costa Association of REALTORS® as of March 28, 2024 10:36 AM. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.

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