Kip Barnard

Updated second-floor condo in the gated Summerton community features vaulted ceilings, engineered hardwood flooring, and peaceful pond and hillside views. The open-concept living and dining area opens to a private patio where the sound of the water features carries through, and the kitchen window frames a view of the surrounding hills with butcher block countertops and a breakfast bar. In-unit

Contemporary three-story home in Fremont's Canyon Heights neighborhood, perched in the Niles hills with sweeping views of the surrounding hillsides and tree canopy. Understated street presence gives way to a sophisticated interior that belies the scale and quality within. Fully reimagined in 2017, the open-concept main level features wide plank hardwood floors and walls of windows that bring the

Single-story home in San Jose's Alum Rock foothills sits on a quiet residential street with hill views from the backyard. The kitchen was recently refreshed with quartz countertops and features hardwood floors throughout the main living areas. The roof was replaced two years ago, and the furnace and central air conditioning system were replaced four years ago, providing a solid mechanical

Quiet inside-corner unit in Sean Circle, a well-maintained Blossom Valley community, offers garden views and a private covered patio. Wood-burning fireplace with updated tile surround and hearth anchors the living room, where beautiful luxury vinyl tile and fresh paint run throughout. Ceiling fans in both bedrooms and the living room. Bathroom features brand-new vanity, countertop, and sink.