The Down Low in Hercules

Prices are dropping in Hercules, and three of these properties come in under the magic $417,000 figure, meaning it will be much easier to qualify for a loan. (Photo of Hercules’ Temple by Petursey on flickr.)

814 Devonwood, Hercules: 2 bedrooms/2 bathrooms, 1,011 sq ft, $299,000. This is an end unit with a fireplace and a garage. End units are especially appealing because one of the drawbacks of condos to me is the proximity to neighbors.

408 Forest Run, Hercules: 2 bedrooms/2 baths, 998 sq ft, $299,900. This condo has a fireplace and a deck and either the real estate agent is a genius at staging or the people who live there have amazing taste. If I were going to move in I’d ask to buy the furniture!

173 Palermo Court, Hercules: 3 bedrooms/2 baths, 1,141 sq ft, $299,900. Hmmmm … sold “as is,” and REO, which as we know spells “foreclosure.” Though the price is right, this is one you’d want to approach with care.

139 Cinnabar Way, Hercules: 5 bedrooms/3 baths, 2,085 sq ft, $510,000. On a quiet street, with a fireplace, this could have potential for a big family.

2003 Central Street, Hercules: 4 bedrooms/3.5 baths, 2,146 sq ft, $499,000. If you can get past the fact that this condo is in a single big square three-story building, this place sounds tres magnifique. The master suite has a soaking tub with jets, granite island and countertops in the kitchen, fireplace, ooh la la!