2740 Arlington
SoldEl Cerrito · October 1, 2026
$1,300,000
4 beds · 2 baths · 1,614 sq ft
Bay Area Real Estate · Bay Area Portfolio
Thoughtful real estate for the East Bay and beyond.
I'm John LaCome. I help people buy and sell homes across the East Bay and greater Bay Area — with care, clear advice, and attention to every detail.
The promise
Clients come first, and I work like it.
I pick up the phone and answer the text. I handle the details and keep things moving. You get a hardworking agent who's easy to be around, from first showing to closing day.
Responsive
Direct line, quick replies, no chasing me down.
Client care
Your goals set the plan, and I keep you in the loop at every step.
Team behind you
Weinstein Realty Group at Keller Williams backs every deal with experience and proven systems.
Selected work
Sold homes
On the market
Active listings
No active listings right now. Looking for something specific? Tell me what you need.
- Perfect game, competitive bowler
- 300Perfect game, competitive bowler
- Born and raised in the Bay Area
- SF · OaklandBorn and raised in the Bay Area
- B.A. Business, San Jose State
- SJSUB.A. Business, San Jose State
- High school graduate
- De La SalleHigh school graduate
Approach
Honest advice, careful preparation, and steady guidance.
Born in San Francisco and raised in Oakland, I bring lifelong Bay Area roots, a business degree and a competitor's focus to every deal. I'm quick to respond, careful with contracts and always looking for a smarter way to get things done.
More about John →Buyer orientation
From first hello to your keys.
Your goals lead the way. I bring the preparation, the persistence and a team that keeps every detail moving.
01First hello
We get connected
Maybe we meet at a showing or an open house, a friend introduces us, or you request a tour. Wherever we start, I want to hear what home means to you.
- Showing
- Open house
- Referral
- Tour request
02Make a plan
Schedule your strategy session
We choose a time and you complete a short buyer questionnaire. I study your priorities, timing and budget before we sit down together.
- A short questionnaire
- Your goals, thoughtfully reviewed
03Get aligned
Your buyer strategy session
We map your search and talk through financing, the market and buyer representation. You get a clear plan and a look inside our Buyer Education Guide.
- Neighborhoods & priorities
- Financing & next steps
- Buyer Education Guide
04Explore & refine
Watch the market. Tour homes.
We keep touring and fine-tuning your search. I share listings, talk with listing agents and stay connected to answer the questions that come up along the way.
- Ongoing tours & shared listings
- Agent conversations & market updates
- Your questions, answered
05Find your opportunity
Write a well-informed offer
I relentlessly study disclosure packages and break down what matters. A comparative market analysis (CMA) and recent comparable sales help you understand a home's value—not just its asking price.
- Disclosures, carefully unpacked
- Pricing analysis & real comps
- Fierce negotiation on price & terms
06Offer accepted
We're in contract
I walk you through the agreement, key dates and contingencies. We coordinate inspections and follow-up questions, so you understand what comes next before making decisions.
- Contract dates & contingencies
- Inspections & next steps
- Your interests front and center
07Bring it together
A well-coordinated escrow
My awesome transaction coordinators and I keep the details moving. We stay in touch with your lender and escrow team, track paperwork and deadlines, and guide you toward a smooth closing.
- John + your transaction coordinators
- Lender & escrow coordination
- Final walkthrough & signing
08Welcome home
We close. You get your keys.
Once closing is confirmed, I get to hand you the keys. It's your home now—and I'm still a call or text away when you need me.
- Closing confirmed
- Keys in your hands
- Connected beyond closing day
Included for every buyer
The Buyer Education Guide
Every client gets access to our team's private buyer education course: a searchable library that explains each stage of buying in the Bay Area, at your own pace. I'll give you a guided tour during your strategy session.
Not working with me yet? Ask for access and I'll send the guide over.
Inside the guide
- 01Financing and pre-approval
- 02Reading the market
- 03Writing a strong offer
- 04Inspections and disclosures
- 05Escrow to closing day
- and more…
Client reviews
In their words
“John is truly the agent you keep for a lifetime. Passionate, knowledgeable, and never pushy, he understood exactly what we wanted from day one and guided us to the perfect fit for our taste and budget.”
“From start to finish, he went above and beyond in every possible way. He was incredibly patient, never made us feel rushed, and gave us all the time we needed to make such an important decision.”
Questions
Answered up front.
What areas do you work in?
The East Bay and the greater Bay Area. I was born in San Francisco and raised in Oakland, so I know these neighborhoods well.
How quickly will I hear back?
Being responsive is one of my core values. Call or text me directly and you'll be talking with me, not a call center.
I'm a first-time buyer. Where do I start?
With a conversation. We'll go over your goals and budget, talk about getting pre-approved with a lender, and I'll walk you through every step so nothing catches you off guard.
Do you work alone or with a team?
Both. I'm your direct point of contact, and I'm also part of Weinstein Realty Group at Keller Williams, so you get my hands-on attention plus the experience of the whole team.
I'm thinking about selling. What's the first step?
Reach out and we'll talk through your timing and goals. Then I'll put together a pricing and preparation plan based on current market data.