PAUL DI LEO
Award Winning Realtor & Designer

Paul Di Leo is not only a Realtor®, but also a Designer and Artist with a sense of style that will help guide you to a quality home that you will enjoy for years to come. Knowing that this is one of the biggest investments of your life, he assures you the highest quality attention to detail and will simplify the entire transaction process for you.    

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Paul will listen to all your needs and match you with the home that is just right for you. If you have kids, he will make sure the whole family gets what they need. And with his significant experience and education in design, he can offer you personalized design services to make your home the unique place it was meant to be.

Whether it's Selling or Buying, just ask Paul today how easy real estate can be...

Paul Di Leo... Making Your Home Your Dream...

Specializing in Fine Homes in Montclair, Piedmont, Oakland, Berkeley, Orinda, Moraga, Lafayette, Walnut Creek and Surrounding East Bay Communities. Paul Di Leo aka Pauly D is a noted celebrity in the Bay Area in both real estate and music. He is a top producer in real estate and has achieved great financial benefits for all of his clients.

Born in the Midwest, Paul came to California as a celebrated musician and recording artist. He has played in San Francisco and has even performed with the great Tony Bennett. His music career has connected him with sales of celebrity homes in the Bay Area. Paul currently has a MTV Video and CD’s to his credit.

Dr. Paul, as many refer to him has also been a Chiropractor and Professor for ten years. He taught clinical and business courses to interns which gave them the basis for creating large health care practices. His bedside manner in real estate makes for a comfortable transition in home sales, even during the most challenging times.

Paul enjoys beautiful architecture, design, and the arts. His staging techniques as a designer have given his sellers a cutting edge advantage in any challenging market. Paul’s lovely Mediterranean garden outside his residence stops passersby daily to enjoy the beauty he has created.

A people person with a big heart, Paul remains active in the community by fund raising and doing pro-bono work for elderly visually impaired people. Here, Dr. Paul works with patients with pathological eye conditions such as Macular Degeneration, find new adaptive skills for daily living.
He truly cares about the Heart and Soul of Real Estate.

***** 5-Star Yelp Reviews 

I had a wonderful experience working with Paul for my home purchase in the East Bay!  

Paul was referred to me when I was relocating to the Bay Area. After interviewing several Realtors, I chose to work with him because he took the time to really listen to me and to understand what I was looking for in a home. He also asked very astute questions about my lifestyle, home preferences and the type of community environment I was looking for.  

And he nailed it! I ended up purchasing the first home that Paul showed me!

Paul really knows Bay Area real estate as well as the purchasing process. He was a knowledgeable advisor every step of the way. He willingly answered all my many questions and was enthusiastic and energetic through the entire process. I felt like he was really working for ME.   I love my new home and my neighborhood! If you are looking for a REALTOR who will work hard for you, I highly recommend Paul!

Thanks Paul!

Marilyn K.
Temescal

I wanted a professional design consultation for my home. I had lived in it a couple of years but the layout proved a design challenge for me. I wanted the house to feel homey yet with a modern feel. An associate recommended Paul. We hit it off right way. Paul's easy-going personality and has great sense of humor made me instantly feel at ease. He patiently listed to my likes and looked at the numerous pictures I had pulled together to explain what I wanted. He quickly understood what I was looking for and pulled together some fantastic design ideas with furniture, color, and art. With his help (and contacts) I was able to implement them quickly and easily. I highly recommend Paul his sense of style, color, and flow are next to none.

Noreen P.
Montlair

Paul sold our second home and was our Realtor for the purchase of our 4th home when we returned to the bay area. His services have been nothing short of stellar. He was consistently able to meet our needs, show us homes that fulfilled our criteria, and guide us through the ulcer inducing process of both selling a house and buying a new home. We have kept in touch due to the simple pleasure of his company, wit and wisdom.

Stephen T.

Upper Laurel   As a first time buyer without much experience or time, Paul went above and beyond to get us the house we wanted, and did it on the first try. Throughout the process he was very attentive and made sure no detail slipped through the cracks. We're very happy with our new home and, without Paul, we'd probably still be looking.

Anthony V.
Newark, CA

A great way to sell a home!   Sad circumstances led us to selling a home - something none of us had even done before. I've known Paul for years, and so without any contacts or experience in real estate, we turned to him. He came in, sat and talked with us and pushed the project thru with fairness and heart. We actually had bids before the first open house, and ended selling it within weeks of listing.

I can't say enough good things about Pauls' work ethic, his attention to detail and his gentle nudging to get things done. LOL. But honestly it was his kindness and compassion that really sealed the deal.

Shawn B.
San Francisco

As first-time home buyers we needed a lot of help understanding the process. Paul was there to help and explain every step. He fought to get us a bank-owned house that had other offers. We wouldn't have gotten it without him. I was so appreciative of the hard work he put in to get our offer accepted. Not to mention his patience in dealing with a completely real estate ignorant couple.   He also referred us to a mortgage broker that worked to get us a low interest rate.   We refer Paul to all our friends looking in the East Bay and we will definitely go back to him in the future.

Monica A.
Newark, CA

Paul played a pivotal role in helping us sell our home in May 2010. My husband and I were nervous about selling our home in this uncertain market. Paul's years of experience and knowledge in real estate was evident in the way that he prepared and marketed our home for sale. His attention to detail, suggestions and advice were greatly appreciated. The bottom line was that our home got multiple offers and sold before we had our first open house!   We highly recommend Paul, and look forward to working with him again soon.

L.L.
Hayward, CA

Paul sold was of great assistance to my sisters and I in selling our parents house as an estate sale.   Needless to say it was a tough time that Paul was wonderful in staging the house, working out appointments, working up web site and flyers. I you need a REALTOR who will do more than stick a sign in the lawn and add in the paper Paul is your Man.Thanks Paul!

Robert B.
Windsor, CA

Awesome realtor.  This was my first time ever purchasing a me. Paul was amazing! He was a true advocate as I went the negotiations, inspections, mortgage to closing.  I heard that purchasing a home was nerve wracking. For me, it was a smooth transaction. Mostly due to Paul. He also referred me to a great mortgage broker and I received a great interest rate.

Michael M.
Oakland, CA 

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Read below to see what clients have to say about Paul's services!   

 

Paul sold my mothers house. Now that in itself does not sound like a big deal, but he helped me with the emotion of the entire ordeal, and made the process so easy.  I do not even know what to say about Paul. FABULOUS does not even cover all the extra care, attention to detail, professionalism, fun, integrity, etc.  I found that if you listen to everything he tells you and suggests that you do, you win!

Thank You Paul,
Debbie Mochko
Parkridge Estates

Dear Paul,  

I wanted to send you a quick note thanking you for selling my house at 13070 Brookpark Rd. The whole transaction from start to finish was done very efficiently and in a timely manner. All the decisions and suggestions you made were right on, and it led to a quick sale at the best price. I would not hesitate to call on you in the future for any real estate needs. Thanks again for a job well done.  

Sincerely, Ernie Wong
Parkridge Estates

 

“Paul, I truly appreciate you as a consultant and support during the sale of my home. Seeing the daily reports on the news regarding the real estate market being bleak and seller's being forced to lower their asking prices by thousands of dollars heightened my concern for selling; but you made the difference! In spite of the reports, you remained optimistic and encouraging. Thank you for making yourself available, sharing the details and communicating every step of the process. I definitely felt like you had my best interest at heart and I could trust your judgment. Thanks...what a wonderful and profitable partnership!! Continued Success in the market...”

Keith Evans, 
Parkridge Estates

 

Paul Di Leo is a realtor in Oakland whom we chanced to meet at at Sunday Open House.  My son talked to him about what would work for him.  The first property Paul showed us was the style, neighborhood, and price range our son and his new wife desired.    We were nervous because it was a short sale, something we had been warned to avoid, but our offer was accepted, and after many documents, a little bit of drama, and Paul's positive energy, the deal went through.  Paul was quick to respond to any phone call, and would check out any questions or concerns we had.  There was never any hesitation to call whomever could get him the information we needed.  He was always ahead of us for any appointments, and kept us focused on what would come next in the complicated realty arena.  The home needed some TLC and Paul knew many contractors and businesses that could restore the home for us.  Four of them are working for us now. Best of all, Paul was a joy to work with and skillfully dealt with the personalities of my son, husband, and myself.   We would work with Paul again, and highly recommend him to anyone searching for a home.

Jane Britton, Bruce Wiener, Steven Wiener,
Moraga, CA

 

"Paul Di Leo sold our home for us during the peak of the spring housing season. We me him at an open house in our neighborhood and instantly felt that he would be the best person to work with and sell our house. Paul was very open with suggestions that he felt would improve the selling capabilities of our property. Once we established that he would be our Realtor, we set up a timeline and checked in regularly to keep ourselves on track. We didn't ever have to deal with any "last minute" changes or issues. Paul regularly kept us informed of all our deadlines and he was able to be present for all the inspections that we had to go through. Our open house was a breeze. The entire process flowed as he had predicted; we were able to sell our house in an extremely short period of time for more than we hoped for. I would recommend Paul's services, experience and expertise to anyone. In addition to being a very friendly and honest person, he also naturally became our "housing therapist" when we needed him to be."  

 

Sincerely,

Stephen, Teresa, & Redding Traiger
Berkeley, CA

 

"IF YOU NEED TO SELL YOUR HOME, YOU NEED Paul Di Leo "We can't say enough about the talents and skills of Realtor and designer Paul Di Leo. In February, we needed to sell our Montclair home, while living overseas. We needed help quickly, and Paul saved the day. Working with us by phone, fax, and email, Paul remodeled our home beautifully, marketed our home masterfully and closed the deal quickly. We received a dozen offers on our home and a much higher than listed selling price. Working with Paul is a pleasure. He holds your hand every step of the journey. He is kind, dedicated, honest, reliable, creative, and patient. He is extremely knowledgeable about the real estate market and how it works. His standards are exceptionally high and he surrounds himself with co-workers and industry professionals of that caliber. Paul is a bright, compassionate person who understands the challenging and difficult task of selling a home. He knows exactly what to do to make the sale happen and to help sellers relax along the way. It has truly been a blessing for us to have you "appear" in our lives and take care of us and the sale of our home so well. We are most grateful. Thank you, Paul, for helping us."  

 

Diana Nabila Zaheer & Chief Pilot Saleem Zaheer
Montclair

 

For Seniors:

Even the most discerning Buyer would be fortunate to be represented by Paul Di Leo.  His professionalism and unparalleled follow-up sets a new standard in residential real estate. I have enjoyed working with Paul and have learned that he will approach every turn in the transaction with a "can do" attitude and a positive attitude.  Paul's attention to detail is meticulous: a quality that is required in the shifting contract sands of California real estate forms.  Most importantly, though, he completely shelters his clients from any harm and guides them confidently through the shoals of a transaction.  It is a pleasure working with Paul.  

Rossmoor Realty

Dear Paul,  

 

I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your wonderful service. Without you I would never have been able to find such a perfect home. You made the process, which is usually cumbersome, a pleasure. In addition you went above and beyond your duty to help with the mortgage, assisting me step by step until we finalized the closing. If I ever have the occasion to buy another house, without doubt, I will call you. I have already recommended you to my daughter who is starting to look for a new home. It would be my pleasure to give your card to anyone I know looking for a home. 

 

Sincerely,  

Ray Ascher, Phoenix Optical  
Rockridge

 

I had been looking for a few months with a different agent and was not finding my dream home. When I realized that I was not shown all the properties, I decided to go with a different agent and I was referred to Paul. Four days after, I made an offer on my little dream home and I now happily live in it! Paul’s no-nonsense approach, dedication and efficiency were definitely the contributing factors in me finding my perfect house so quickly. He was focused, was obtaining answers we needed in record time, and his advice on setting the offer price saved me thousand of dollars. He made the entire process so much easier for me, from the house hunting to the offers to the inspection, and went out of his way to give me good referrals for other things I had to have done. Simply put: at no point in the entire process I doubted I could have found a better agent! 

 

Thank you Paul!  

Nancy Ross  
San Leandro, CA

   

Paul,

 

Thank you so much for assisting me in buying my first home (with no-money-down, too!) in this crazy market. I wasn't sure it was possible but your positive attitude and moxie encouraged me that it was. Your follow-through is impeccable; you maintain control of the process and really do make it as painless as possible. And so fast! From the day I first called you to the close of escrow was less than eight weeks. I closed yesterday and I still can’t believe I’m a homeowner. 

 

Thanks, Paul

Phillip F.
Rose Garden

 

Dear Paul,

 

I want to thank you so much for your expertise and judgment, as we rushed through a whirlwind, "courtship," and jumped straight into home ownership. You’re the best and you know it!! And, we really benefited from your help, your good humor, your experience, your knowledge of the process, and of our home in particular.

You made a tremendous difference and we can’t imagine how we could have accomplished so much, in so little time, with anyone else.

From your Faithful Fans!

The Girls – Montclair

 

Paul--

 

Just wanted to say THANKS AGAIN for helping me purchase my first home. It's one thing to say you're going to buy something and another to actually do it. I don't believe I could have done this--or done it as quickly--without you and the team you put together for me. Many a time you urged me to "trust the process." That wasn't always easy, but trusting you made it all possible.

 

Ira Kleinberg
Adams Point

 

Paul Di Leo is amazing! My husband and I met him after a referral from a friend. We were just beginning our house hunt and were very nervous about it. We were living in a small bungalow and needed something bigger as we planned to expand our family. Paul met with us and took time to go over what we really wanted in a new home (notice I said home, not house). He took time to get to know us so he was better able to find something he knew we would like, rather than waste time looking at everything. He helped us narrow down and become more clear on what we wanted by asking all the right questions. He was very patient with us. He also did not pressure us which we greatly appreciated. When we did see a house we liked, they were taking offers the next day! He picked us up at 9:30 p.m. that night and took us to the house so my husband could see it. When I heard my husband talking to himself arranging the furniture in his mind, I knew we had to make an offer. We went back to Paul’s office and wrote an offer that night! Talk about above and beyond! We got the house although there were multiple offers made. Now, a year later, we have a new baby to go with it! We do not consider Paul to be just our realtor, we consider him a friend. 

 

Thanks Paul!

Chris & Rebecca Stoner-Hanif

Redwood Heights

 

  Dear Paul, My husband and I cannot thank you enough for your assistance with the purchase of our home. You took the time to get to know us, to understand our needs, and to put all that together to find us a property that fits us perfectly. Importantly, you were able to provide us with professional advice that successfully guided us in making the winning offer in a multiple offer setting. We couldn't have done it without you! As you know, we have been quite happy in our new home and simply wish to extend our thanks once again for your services and for taking the time even after the sale closed to ensure that we were happy in our new home. 

Very Truly Yours,  
Mandy G. Leigh, esq. & Jay Jambeck, esq.
Laurel District

 Let me introduce myself. I am a 52 year old professional who moved to the bay area about 18 months ago. I had purchased homes previously in West Hartford, CT and Spokane, WA. As you can imagine, moving to the Bay Area produced a kind of "sticker shock" when I contemplated buying a home.  I had made my mind up to continue to rent a home in the area, thinking that I would not find anything I liked in my price range. I had met Paul Di Leo socially, and he was certain that he could help me find a new home. After a lot of skepticism, he convinced me to spend a Saturday afternoon with him looking at some homes in the area. I decided it would be worth while, if only to confirm my previous concerns.  Paul had some idea of what I was looking for. He used the first couple of houses we visited as a way of refining his impression of what I was looking for. I had seen a home in my area that looked outwardly to fit my needs. Paul had also seen this house and was able to tell me what he thought were the problems with the property, and also knew that we could find other similar homes which represented a better value.  The third home we visited on that Saturday was in this category. Paul had already seen it and told me some of the things that he liked about it. We toured the home together and he helped me see behind the “staging” and surface of the home into the structure. Both it’s attractive points and its problems were discussed. I had to agree after that visit that it represented everything I liked about the first home, with about twice the square footage, and none of the liabilities.  I went again, alone, during an open house on the next day. This time, the selling realtor took me through, pointing out the same features that we had seen the day before. Because Paul had briefed me, I was able to ask more pointed questions and get a closer view of some of the issues raised by the property. I also had a chance to look at the disclosures made by the seller, which helped me to understand the significance of some of Paul’s observations.  Out of the blue, Paul called me one night after work and said I needed to see the house in the evening. I went, thinking it wouldn’t be that different, but of course it was. And the experience that evening really sealed the deal in my mind. I had decided to buy the house.  Paul handled all the paperwork that comes with an offer. He also helped me to understand the kind of competition that might be involved, and gave me a good idea of what my offer should be. We arrived at a consensus and the offer was accepted.  So, Now I am living in my new home. As my furniture went in to the house, it seemed like it truly belonged there. I have never been more satisfied with a home purchase. And I have Paul to thank for it (plus a good credit rating, a substantial down payment, and a lot of Maalox). I would encourage anyone looking for a home in the Bay Area to rely on Paul’s expertise. I am sure you will come away with the same feeling of satisfaction that I have. 

Dr. S.B. 
Crocker Highlands 

I met Paul Di Leo on a referral during a company relocation from Houston, TX to the Bay Area. Paul got in touch with me in a very timely manner and was professional in his approach. We first spoke over the phone and he asked a lot of questions about not only about what I thought I was looking for but also where I was moving from and what I had liked about that location and my home.  He committed to finding several properties that would meet my requirements and within 2 days we were able to go out and look at properties. Paul was very knowledgeable about the area. All of the properties that I saw met my requirements – including size, price, neighborhood, and lifestyle – and I ended up writing a contract on one of the properties that same afternoon! I was impressed that Paul was not trying to “convince” me to like something or to entice me into a property that was above my price point and/or not in a location to my specifications. He didn’t impose his personal taste on me but was helpful in offering opinions and helping to structure the offer. Above all, I felt he truly had my best interest at heart, wanted me to be happy, and was really working on my behalf.  I think we had the fastest Closing on record – I was in my new home in 18 days. Throughout this expedited process, Paul was on top of things, flexible, patient in answering all my questions, unwaveringly positive and a lot of fun to work with!Paul made the transition to a new home – and a new city – very painless for me and I would recommend him to anyone wanting to purchase in the area!

Marilyn Kennedy 
Human Resources Director    
Chevron Relocation 

Dear Paul, 

Janice and I were delighted to have you as our agent. You were very professional in all the aspects of the home purchase. I am not very much for words, but it was a pleasure working with you and we will truly recommend you to our friends and relatives, and for sure have you as our agent in any of our future real estate transactions.  Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving and a joyful up coming Christmas.? Please keep in touch-  

Best regards, 
John and Janice Theodosi
Lafayette, CA 

Paul Di Leo was competent in his insight on the East Bay markets. Being new to the area, his insights on housing market trends, history, and the do/don’ts were invaluable in helping me find a place to live which was suitable to my needs. Paul was also energetic and full of energy—making the cumbersome process of house-hunting a little more enjoyable. Paul’s knowledge of California State real estate policies and procedures was also an asset to me, having relocated from out-of-state. Paul was interested in helping me make the right decision based on my needs, wants, and challenges and he did a great job in helping me to align the associated facets. I would recommend Paul as a great resource for finding that special place!

Clark C. Pingree
Walnut Creek, CA

 When is came time to sell my mother’s home in Lafayette my first problem was locating a trustworthy and competent realtor. I turned to someone whom I had known through square dancing for more than ten years. Paul Di Leo certainly has proven to be the perfect choice. His skill and knowledge of the real estate field served us well, as he orchestrated the sale of this unique property expeditiously in an economic period of uncertainly. He took one look at the home and his eyes lit up. His delight in the property and commitment to retaining its charm were quite reassuring. From the very start he took charge, made calls, got trades people on board and made things happen. This made my side of this process easier. He was excellent at describing the entire process and walking us through it. Each step of the way he explained the situation and options clearly so that making decisions was greatly facilitated. His attention to detail was amazing. He is an energetic and compassionate person who understands what sellers need to make it through the process. He also has the ability to step back and help people see the ?big picture. His sense of humor certainly has helped along the way.  To have staged, marketed and sold this property in such a short time in a difficult market at over asking price certainly validates the decision to have him be our realtor. He was definitely the man for the job. I recommend him unreservedly. 

Bravo, Paul! 

Sincerely, Barbara and Marian Hopping 
Lafayette, CA

"As a first time homebuyer without much experience or time, Paul went above and beyond to get us the house we wanted, and did it on the first try. Throughout the process he was very attentive and made sure no detail slipped through the cracks. We’re very happy with our new home and, without Paul, we’d probably still be looking."

Tony Ventrice
Newark, CA

Paul,

Thank you for all you have done for me. This has been a great experience having you as my agent (and really also as an adviser , mentor, and a friend). You are a true gem and a rarity in this industry. I wish I have listened to your advice from the get go, I would have been better off. It felt more like a creative process with you and not the sale of the house. It was fun, unlike my past experiences with other agents. I will highly recommend you to my friends, in fact I already have.

Merry Christmas to you, Blessings,
Henryka Szudelski
Montclair

Paul Di Leo is an outstanding agent and a wonderful, multi-faceted person.  He's also very easy to work with.  He smoothed every stage of our purchase, from finding the right mortgage broker to completing the inspections to helping with the details of closing.  As a representative of both seller and buyer in our transaction, Paul acted with fairness, candor, and good humor. To anyone buying or selling in the East Bay, I recommend Paul with enthusiasm.

Paul DiLeo is a consummate professional, and it is hard to single out any particular area in which he excelled more than another.  He handled the negotiations with the seller with deftness and skill; he dealt with conflicting inspection reports with common sense and with an eye to keeping costs down; and he walked us through the closing process so that it all went smoothly. Thanks Paul!

Martin S. Putnam, esq. 
Montclair