# Alexis Thompson > Alexis Thompson is an Orindabased Realtor with Village Associates, serving Lamorinda and the inner East Bay. She provides fullservice buyer and seller representation-from family homes to multimillion dollar estates-combining boutique attention with MLSdriven marketing. Lamorinda specialist, luxury + midmarket transactions, leadagent boutique service, negotiation & staging expertise, school/community focus, digital lead systems, referraldriven ## Neighborhood Guides - [Del Rey | Neighborhoods | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/neighborhoods/del-rey): Del Rey, CA neighborhood page with Census demographics and nearby property listings. - [Wagner Ranch Real Estate & Homes for Sale | Alexis Thompson | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/neighborhoods/wagner-ranch): A Wagner Ranch real estate landing page for luxury homes for sale and contact with Alexis Thompson. - [Ivy Drive Orinda CA Real Estate | Alexis Thompson | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/neighborhoods/ivy-drive): Neighborhood real estate listing page for Ivy Drive in Orinda, CA, with current homes and census demographics. - [Trails Neighborhood | Neighborhoods | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/neighborhoods/trails-neighborhood): Directory listing for Trails Neighborhood in Lafayette, CA with local homes, census demographics, and nearby schools. - [Glorietta | Neighborhoods | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/neighborhoods/glorietta): Neighborhood page for Glorietta, CA with listings, census demographics, and nearby schools. - [Orinda Downs, CA Neighborhood Real Estate & Homes for Sale | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/neighborhoods/orinda-downs): Neighborhood listing for Orinda Downs, CA, with census demographics, a lease listing, and school search information. - [Happy Valley CA Neighborhood Guide | Alexis Thompson | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/neighborhoods/happy-valley): Happy Valley, CA neighborhood page with active listings and Census-backed demographic and school data. - [Sleepy Hollow | Neighborhoods | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/neighborhoods/sleepy-hollow): Sleepy Hollow, CA real estate page featuring current listings and Census Bureau neighborhood demographics. ## Featured Properties - [3231 Chestnut St](https://alexisthompsonre.com/properties/3231-chestnut-st): Renovated duplex at 3231 Chestnut St in West Oakland - 4 bedrooms, 1,984 sq.ft., garage, fenced yard. - [4051 Rhoda Ave](https://alexisthompsonre.com/properties/4051-rhoda-ave-oakland-ca-94602-41110221): MLS listing for a 4-bed single-family home at 4051 Rhoda Ave in Lincoln Highlands, Oakland, CA. - [3580 Boyer Cir](https://alexisthompsonre.com/properties/3580-boyer-cir-lafayette-ca-94549-41113900): Single-level mid-century 3-bed 2-bath home for sale at 3580 Boyer Cir, Lafayette, CA. - [Portfolio | Alexis Thompson | East Bay Real Estate Specialist](https://alexisthompsonre.com/properties): Agent portfolio showing current and past luxury home listings in Lafayette, Orinda, and Piedmont, East Bay. ## Tools - [Home Valuation | Alexis Thompson | East Bay Real Estate Specialist](https://alexisthompsonre.com/home-valuation): Alexis Thompson's home valuation page offers a lead form for sellers to request a property value estimate. ## Featured Blog Posts - [Is Trails Right for Your Next Move in Lafayette? | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/is-the-trails-neighborhood-right-for-your-next-move): Directory guide to Lafayette's Trails neighborhood, covering homes, trail access, commute options, schools, and tradeoffs. - [Color Psychology for Selling Homes: Boost Your Home's Appeal | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/color-psychology-choosing-paint-tones-that-sell-homes): Real estate blog on choosing paint tones that attract buyers through neutrals, warm hues, cool shades, and coordinated staging. - [East Bay Real Estate Market is Blooming | Alexis Thompson | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/newsletter): Alexis Thompson's newsletter reviews East Bay spring market conditions and shares March community events in Oakland, Orinda, Moraga, Walnut Creek, and Alameda. - [January - Rain, Roofs & Reality Checks | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/january-rain-roofs-and-reality-checks): A January blog post mixes a roof-leak home check-in with Bay Area real estate timing advice for buyers and sellers. - [Sell Luxury Home in Happy Valley | Guide by Alexis Thompson | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/selling-a-luxury-home-in-happy-valley): A seller's guide to pricing, preparing, and marketing a luxury home in Happy Valley, Lafayette. - [Smart Home Upgrades in East Bay | Connected Luxury Living | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/modern-smart-home-upgrades-for-a-connected-living): A blog post on smart home upgrades for East Bay, CA residences, spanning lighting, security, automation, and energy-saving features. - [Open Houses, Open Hearts & Our Very Local Wine Country | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/open-houses-open-hearts-and-our-very-local-wine-country): Alexis Thompson's blog pairs an East Bay real estate market review with a Lamorinda wine-country spotlight. - [Happy Valley Luxury Home Market Guide in Lafayette | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/understanding-the-happy-valley-luxury-home-market): Blog post profiles Lafayette's Happy Valley luxury market, outlining price tiers, property features, and current pricing and pace signals. - [Bay Area Real Estate Market Trends - Discover March Insights | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/march-market-marches-on): Alexis Thompson's Bay Area market update covers March inventory shifts, faster sales, pricing, and spring events in Orinda, Oakland, and Piedmont. - [Everyday Life in Orinda Downs: Space and Convenience | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/everyday-life-in-orinda-downs-space-quiet-and-convenience): A neighborhood guide to Orinda Downs in Orinda, focusing on quiet streets, larger homes, transit access, and daily convenience. - [Budget-Friendly Home Energy Hacks East Bay CA - Save Big Now | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/budget-friendly-home-energy-hacks-to-save-big): A blog post on budget-friendly ways East Bay homeowners can cut energy bills and improve home efficiency. - [Timing is Everything...Right? | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/timing-is-everythingright): East Bay real estate blog from Alexis Thompson argues readiness matters more than perfect market timing, with Orinda and Montclair snapshots. - [How Long Escrow Takes in Lamorinda, Orinda CA Guide | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/how-long-escrow-takes-in-lamorinda): Alexis Thompson explains typical escrow timelines and local closing factors for Lamorinda buyers and sellers. - [Top Smart Home Upgrades for a Modern Lifestyle | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/innovative-smart-home-upgrades-for-efficient-living): A blog post outlines smart home upgrades that improve convenience, energy efficiency, and home security. - [East Bay Real Estate Market Update | Navigate Maycember | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/maycember): Alexis Thompson's blog offers an East Bay market update, local sales snapshots, CAPC fundraising news, and Bay Area event picks. - [How to Win an Offer in Trails, Lafayette CA | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/how-to-win-an-offer-in-the-trails-neighborhood): A Lafayette blog post outlines how buyers can prepare strong offers in the Trails neighborhood. - [Key Real Estate Terms for Lamorinda Buyers | Orinda | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/key-real-estate-terms-every-lamorinda-buyer-should-know): An Orinda-focused guide explains common buyer terms, local hazards, inspections, taxes, and financing considerations in Lamorinda. - [Home Warranty East Bay: Buyer's Guide | Alexis Thompson | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/do-you-need-a-home-warranty-a-buyers-guide): An East Bay home warranty guide explains coverage, exclusions, provider selection, and seller-paid options for buyers in Oakland, Berkeley, and nearby cities. - [Lamorinda Multiple Offer Strategy: Buyer & Seller Guide | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/winning-strategies-for-lamorinda-multiple-offers): A Lamorinda guide to competing in multiple-offer home sales and purchases in Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda, and Sleepy Hollow. - [Best Time To List Your Orinda Downs, CA Home | Guide | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/best-time-to-list-in-orinda): Guidance on when to list a home in Orinda Downs, with spring timing, late-summer alternatives, and local prep advice. - [SB 9 in Walnut Creek: Lot Splits and Duplexes Guide | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/sb-9-lot-splits-and-duplexes-in-walnut-creek): A Walnut Creek guide explains SB 9 lot splits, duplex options, local standards, and approval steps for homeowners. - [Preemptive Offers in Lamorinda, Oakland, Berkeley Piedmont and Beyond: How They Work | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/preemptive-offers-in-lamorinda-how-they-work): A Lamorinda real estate guide explains when preemptive offers can help buyers and sellers and how to manage the risks. - [Key Features to Look for in a Family Home | Alexis Thompson | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/key-features-to-look-for-when-hunting-for-a-family-home): Alexis Thompson outlines practical features to evaluate when searching for a family home. - [OffMarket Listings Lamorinda: Guide | Alexis Thompson | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/how-offmarket-listings-work-in-lamorinda): A Lamorinda real estate guide explains off-market listings, California compliance, and how buyers and sellers navigate private sales. - [Stress-Free Moving Tips for Your Next Move | Alexis Thompson | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/stress-less-moves-insider-advice-for-effortless-relocation): Alexis Thompson's blog offers practical moving guidance for relocating smoothly, from planning and decluttering to budgeting, utilities, and self-care. - [Stress-Free Moving Tips East Bay | Move with Alexis Thompson | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/smooth-transitions-stress-free-moving-tips): A real estate blog post shares stress-free moving tips for East Bay relocations, from planning and packing to settling into a new home. - [Happy Pumpkin Spice Season! | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/happy-pumpkin-spice-season): A Bay Area blog post explains 1031 exchanges for investors and reviews Lafayette, Orinda, and Montclair market conditions. - [Expert Color Hacks for Your Ideal Home Palette | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/expert-color-hacks-find-your-ideal-room-palette): Alexis Thompson offers an East Bay guide to choosing room color palettes for style, light, architecture, and home function. - [Top Real Estate Questions Answered for Bay Area | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/top-most-googled-real-estate-questions-answered): Bay Area real estate blog answers common buying, selling, and closing questions for prospective clients. - [Securing Luxury Property: Your Guide to Success | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/insider-guide-to-securing-your-dream-luxury-property): Alexis Thompson's blog outlines strategies for securing a luxury property with confidence. - [Buyer's Guide to Orinda Downs Estates in Orinda, CA | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/buyers-guide-to-orinda-downs-estates): Buyer's guide to Orinda Downs Estates covering lot sizes, pricing, wildfire disclosures, and offer strategy in Orinda, California. - [Del Rey Orinda Housing Options: Prices, Types, Tradeoffs | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/del-rey-orinda-housing-options-explained): Guide to Del Rey Orinda housing options, comparing ranch homes, larger builds, and Orindawoods townhomes. - [Sleepy Hollow Orinda Home Styles & Lot Types Guide | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/home-styles-and-lot-types-in-sleepy-hollow): A guide to Sleepy Hollow in Orinda covering common home styles, lot types, and due-diligence considerations. - [Happy Valley Lafayette Neighborhood Living | Alexis Thompson | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/happy-valley-lafayette-everyday-neighborhood-living): Alexis Thompson's guide outlines Happy Valley, Lafayette's residential streets, schools, commute options, and nearby trails. - [Glorietta and Del Rey: Orinda Neighborhood Snapshot | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/glorietta-and-del-rey-orinda-neighborhood-snapshot): A south Orinda neighborhood comparison covering Glorietta and Del Rey housing, schools, commute, outdoor access, and pricing. - [Trails Lafayette Guide Near Walnut Creek | Alexis Thompson | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/life-in-the-trails-neighborhood-parks-and-paths): Directory guide to Lafayette's Trails neighborhood, highlighting the Lafayette-Moraga Regional Trail, nearby parks, downtown access, transit, and home styles. - [Landscaping to Boost Home Appeal - Transform Your Space | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/landscape-magic-boost-your-homes-appeal): Alexis Thompson's blog outlines landscaping ideas to improve curb appeal and value. - [Orinda California Housing Market Trends | Alexis Thompson | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/reflect-reset-move-forward): Alexis Thompson examines Bay Area housing-market resilience, 2026 outlook, and November 2025 trends for Orinda, Lafayette, and Oakland 94611. - [Lamorinda School Enrollment Guide for Moving Families | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/moving-to-lamorinda-school-enrollment-basics): A Lamorinda school enrollment guide for relocating families, covering boundaries, documents, vaccines, transfers, and timelines. - [Finding Top Real Estate Agents: Your Ultimate Guide | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/navigating-real-estate-your-guide-to-finding-top-agents): Alexis Thompson's blog post outlines how buyers and sellers can evaluate top real estate agents. - [Sleepy Hollow Orinda Neighborhood Guide | Explore Life | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/what-its-like-living-in-sleepy-hollow): A guide to Sleepy Hollow in Orinda covering hillside homes, trails, commute options, and buyer-seller considerations. - [Lamorinda Real Estate, AI Wealth & Seasons of Change | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/seasons-of-change-reflection-gratitude-and-ai-impact): Alexis Thompson's blog examines Lamorinda real estate, AI-driven buyer shifts, local market snapshots, and the Winter Nights community spotlight. - [PreListing Inspections in Glorietta: Pros, Costs, Steps | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/should-you-get-a-prelisting-inspection): Alexis Thompson outlines whether Glorietta sellers should order a pre-listing inspection and what it can uncover before listing. - [Wagner Ranch vs Ivy Drive Orinda: Which Fits You? | Alexis Thompson | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/wagner-ranch-orinda-vs-ivy-drive-how-to-choose): Comparative Orinda neighborhood guide weighing Wagner Ranch against Ivy Drive on lots, schools, commute access, and outdoor setting. - [What Is an Appraisal Gap in Walnut Creek Real Estate? | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/what-is-an-appraisal-gap): Blog post explains appraisal gaps in Walnut Creek homes and outlines buyer and seller strategies for bridging low valuations. - [Prepare Ivy Drive Orinda Home Sale for Spring Now | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/preparing-your-ivy-drive-home-for-a-spring-sale): A spring-selling guide for Ivy Drive homes in Orinda, covering curb appeal, staging, paint, wildfire readiness, and disclosure prep. - [Buying a Home in Ivy Drive Orinda? Read the Guide | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/buyers-roadmap-to-finding-a-home-in-the-ivy-drive-area): Orinda buyer guide covering the Ivy Drive area market, school boundary checks, traffic patterns, seasonality, and permit review. - [Weekend Living in Happy Valley, Lafayette CA | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/weekend-living-from-happy-valley-dining-parks-and-more): Blog profiling weekend life in Happy Valley, Lafayette, with downtown dining, parks, trails, and community gathering spots. - [Luxe Living Design Trends for Opulent Homes | Explore | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/2023-luxe-living-design-trends-for-opulent-homes): Blog post on luxury home design trends highlighting sustainable materials, smart technology, statement lighting, wellness spaces, and multifunctional rooms. - [Move-Up to Orinda Downs From a Starter Home | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/planning-a-moveup-to-orinda-downs-from-a-starter-home): Blog post advising Orinda Downs move-up buyers on equity, timing, disclosures, and sale-to-purchase sequencing. - [As-Is Sale Meaning California | Walnut Creek Guide | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/what-asis-means-in-east-bay-home-sales): Explains how as-is sales work in Walnut Creek and the East Bay, including disclosures, inspections, lender issues, and local risks. - [Listing Your Del Rey Home: Timing, Prep, Marketing | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/listing-your-del-rey-home-timing-prep-and-marketing): A Del Rey real-estate guide covers timing, staging, and marketing strategies for sellers in a small Orinda submarket. - [Wagner Ranch Homes in Orinda: Layouts and Living | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/wagner-ranch-homes-layouts-lots-and-everyday-living): Orinda listing on Wagner Ranch homes, emphasizing layouts, lots, trails, and everyday living. - [Positioning Your Trails Home To Attract Today's Buyers | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/positioning-your-trails-home-to-attract-todays-buyers): Guidance for Trails sellers on marketing and pricing Lafayette homes to appeal to today's buyers. - [ADU Rules for Lamorinda Buyers: Smart Guide to Begin | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/adu-basics-for-lamorinda-buyers-and-owners): Guide to ADU rules, costs, permits, and resale considerations for Lafayette, Moraga, and Orinda buyers and owners. - [Sleepy Hollow Orinda Summer 2026: Club, Trails & Downtown | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/a-sleepy-hollow-summer-where-your-thursday-nights-saturday-mornings-and-new-downtown-belong): A guide to Sleepy Hollow's summer activities, trails, club amenities, and downtown Orinda openings. - [Orinda Downs Home Pricing Strategy: Ready to Sell? | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/smart-pricing-strategies-for-orinda-downs-sellers): A pricing guide for Orinda Downs sellers that emphasizes close comps, feature-based adjustments, and launch-price discipline. - [Wagner Ranch Nature Area Restoration: What Orinda Neighbors Should Know | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/behind-the-gate-at-wagner-ranch-nature-area-whats-happening-on-the-16-acres-next-door): A neighborhood-focused update on the ownership, restoration, fundraising, fire-safety work, and reopening plans for Orinda's Wagner Ranch Nature Area. - [Best Bang for Your Buck Home Renovations in Bay Area | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/season-of-fresh-starts): Alexis Thompson's blog pairs Bay Area home-upgrade advice with market snapshots for Orinda and Montclair. - [Downtown Orinda's Summer 2026 Openings: A Neighbor's Guide | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/downtown-orindas-summer-of-openings-a-neighbors-walk-through-whats-new-near-ivy-drive): A neighborhood guide to summer 2026 restaurant, caf, retail, and gathering-space openings in downtown Orinda near Ivy Drive. - [Daily Life in Orinda's Glorietta Area | Alexis Thompson](https://alexisthompsonre.com/blog/what-daily-life-looks-like-in-orindas-glorietta-area): Blog post on everyday living in Orinda's Glorietta area, emphasizing residential calm, commute options, parks, and downtown errands. ## Testimonials - [Testimonials | Alexis Thompson | East Bay Real Estate Specialist](https://alexisthompsonre.com/testimonials): Client testimonials for Alexis Thompson describe smooth buying and selling experiences in the Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda, and Lamorinda markets. ## Core Pages - [Lamorinda Real Estate Agent - Discover Your Dream Home](https://alexisthompsonre.com/): Alexis Thompson's Bay Area real estate homepage features bio, testimonials, featured listings, and contact options for buyers and sellers. ## Other Pages - [Alexis Thompson | East Bay Real Estate Specialist](https://alexisthompsonre.com/about): Alexis Thompson's about page profiles an Orinda-based Bay Area realtor with testimonials, contact details, and a featured Oakland listing. - [Privacy Policy | Alexis Thompson | East Bay Real Estate Specialist](https://alexisthompsonre.com/terms-and-conditions): Alexis Thompson's real estate site publishes a privacy policy and terms of use covering data collection, AI, tracking, and disclosure practices. - [404 Page Not Found | Alexis Thompson | Berkeley Real Estate Specialist](https://alexisthompsonre.com/404): Templated 404 page for Alexis Thompson's real-estate site, with contact details and lead-capture forms. - [Alexis Thompson | East Bay Real Estate | Realtor](https://alexisthompsonre.com/newsletter): Alexis Thompson's newsletter page lists recent real-estate blog posts from Happy Valley, The Trails, Sleepy Hollow, and Ivy Drive.