Modernized Craftsman with Big Upside

A quintessential Bay Area Craftsman has been artfully restored with a contemporary eye. Your first interaction with the historic three-bedroom, two-bath home arrives with the charm of a shingled exterior and three-seasons porch with a warm and inviting stairway. 

Enter from the covered porch into a formal central entry hall with built-in bookcase.  Tall ceilings, large windows, and craftsman details such as wainscoting, coffered ceilings and original built-in cabinets with leaded glass doors flanking the fireplace in the living room combine to create a living environment filled with rich character and warmth. New door hardware and new lighting throughout keep the interiors rooted in the present. Original refinished oak hardwood floors flow throughout.

The living room feels welcoming and spacious, as it opens up to a sunny dining area and new, well appointed kitchen with abundant cabinets, ample counter space, floating shelves and pantry storage. The kitchen has been completely modernized with new stainless steel appliances, seamless quartz countertops, herringbone tile backsplash to the ceiling and new white cabinetry. 

Outdoor connection is facilitated through french doors from the dining area  and kitchen, to elevated BBQ friendly deck overlooking  expansive level. grassy area.  Tall  leading to tall redwood trees and new fencing and bamboo screening define the space.

Both baths have been thoughtfully updated. The hall bath features a full tub and shower combination, new vanity, new tile floors, wainscoting, and backsplash along with new lighting. The primary bedroom boasts a large closet and an ensuite bath with a walk-in shower and new vanity, mirror and lighting. Original coved  ceilings enhance the elegance in all three bedrooms. 

Completing the home: a laundry closet with stacked w/d hookups, pull-down stair for access to the large high pitched attic.  Access the spacious basement area with 7-8’ finished walls and ceiling / 1 car garage spanning the entire footprint of the house. 

Imagine the upside possibilities! You could convert the lower level  to an ADU, office, workshop, art studio, storage or playroom. The well-sited home, situated  on a large 5,000 square foot level lot, presents another opportunity with a possible  second home that could be built to the rear of the parcel.  (Buyer to investigate.) 

Located in what has been the hottest zip code in the country, this north oakland home is located in Bushrod on the Oakland/Berkeley border and enjoys easy accessibility to  Rockridge, Temescal, Elmwood shopping and restaurants. Walk, ride or drive to Saturday Farmer’s Market at the DMV, Whole Foods, BART and 24/580 freeway interchange.  Walk Score of 93 and a Bike Score of 99, a car is not necessary!