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1089 66TH Street

1089 66TH Street

North Oakland

North Oakland



Features

Three-bedroom two-bath home upstairs, 1304 sf total.
Two-bedroom two-bath ADU downstairs, 1130 sf total.
Total measured square footage is 2434.; Lot is 4400.
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Ideally located near transit, parks and commerce, this ground-up renovation combines the charm of the old with the efficiency of the new.; Everything about this sweet home is lofty, airy and bright.; High ceilings, ample windows and its elevation from the street make it feel as if it floats.; Gorgeous period details convey elegance, while state-of-the-art upgrades offer the utmost in modern convenience and sustainability.
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From an ample front porch, one steps into an entry before landing in the perfectly-proportioned living room with built-ins and gas fireplace.; A bedroom/office with lovely paned doors on two sides can either be closed off for privacy or or open to the living room.
A second bedroom off the living room has a full bathroom with a deep soaking tub and beautiful tile work.; The bathroom is cleverly situated to be accessible from the entry area as well.
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Moving towards the rear, the kitchen and dining room flow toward the leafy back yard. The farm sink ties in with the historical elements of the house, while the modern;appliances including wine cooler take it up a notch.; Gorgeous countertops and cabinetry make this heart of the home both workable and a magnet for gatherings.
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A lovely master suite graces the rear of the home.; Ample closet space and a pristine private bathroom make for a serene retreat.
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Down the stairway to the ground level, one finds an Accessory Dwelling;Unit to die for.; This area currently functions as two units but could easily be made into one.; There are two bedrooms, two baths and a kitchen on this level, divided as follows:; There is a one-bedroom one-bath apartment with it's own address.;;A kitchen with every amenity, a sparkling bathroom and a hip vibe make this a dream rental.; Separately and with it's own;entrance is an en-suite guest area which consists of a studio with it's own full bathroom including tub.; Internally framed doorways could be easily opened to combine the two spaces.
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On the right side sits the power center of the home:; A spacious laundry area and full Tesla system live here.; In addition to the vehicle charger in the driveway, there is a solar system and Powerwall battery which provide incredible energy savings and back-up power.; There is also a good-sized storage room here, which could be made part of the apartment in the future if desired.
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The yards are low maintenance yet lush, with natives, fruit trees and raised veggie beds.; An old pepper tree and playhouse feel homey while an outdoor dining area waits ready to party!

Improvements (all performed by Architect owner in 2017)

  1. 100% new foundation, concrete slab floor, and first floor walls -- all built to seismic code

  2. 100% new electrical and plumbing (water and gas), w/ automatic gas shut offs (for earthquake)

  3. 2 independent PG&E electric and gas meters (1089 and 1089B 66th Street)

  4. Independent furnaces for upstairs & downstairs, new ducting, Nest thermostats

  5. Energy efficiency: 100% new windows & doors; modern insulation in all walls and attic;

  6. 100% new exterior siding on first floor; restored redwood siding on second floor

  7. Full interior renovation: all new flooring, drywall, cabinets, appliances, plumbing fixtures, etc.;

Sustainability (all installed in 2017)

  1. Tesla electric vehicle charger (works with Models S, 3, X, or Y)

  2. Tesla solar system (2.6kW; 3,763 kWh annual): Saves a CO2 equivalent of ~4,800 miles worth of driving per year! 20 year warranty, energy performance guarantee, real-time monitoring with Tesla app, net-metering with PG&E for upstairs unit.;

  3. Tesla Powerwall battery (13.5 kWh) powers the upstairs at night and during power outages (including PG&E fire danger shutoffs). Options to optimize battery use for sustainability or low cost power. 10 year warranty.

  4. 2 smart Nest thermostats (independent control for upstairs and downstairs)

  5. Greenguard Gold Certified (low VOC) muse strand bamboo flooring by US Floors

  6. Soy-based PureBond plywood (formaldehyde free) used for base of kitchen & bath counters

  7. Zero - low VOC paint used throughout home

  8. Garden front and back is organic: no pesticides or herbicides; natural fertilizers

  9. Wifi-connected, smartphone-controlled, automatic irrigation controller by Rachio (5 zones currently operating: lawn, 3 raised beds, perimeter dripline for backyard)

  10. Urban garden includes: 2 lemon trees, 2 plum trees, 1 apple tree, 1 blackberry, 1 raspberry, 2 blueberries, 3 raised vegetable beds

Technology / Security

  1. Ring video doorbell and 2 Ring camera + floodlights (at laundry room door and back door)

  2. 9 wifi-connected, smart, Nest smoke and carbon monoxide detectors

  3. iSmartAlarm home security system (wifi based)

  4. 3-stage drinking water filter at kitchen sink

Excellent rental income.; ADU is currently divided:

; ; ;1. Downstairs unit (1 bed / 1 bath / 1 kitchen / living & dining)

; ; ;2. Downstairs ensuite (1 bed / 1 bath) with private entrance

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Neighborhood

Welcome to hip, vibrant North Oakland, a friendly, artsy neighborhood with good walkability and proximity to transit.; Hop on the Transbay Express bus to the City and plug in as you ride.; BART and freeways are just a few minutes away.; The Emeryville Greenway connects you to the beauty of the Bay, and there are gyms, yoga studios and running trails all within reach.; Buzz-worthy restaurants such as Creekwood, and fun breweries such as Novel are within walking distance.; Parks dot the area, and whimsical shops and cafes make for a connected feeling.; For convenience, the Berkeley Bowl West can't be beat, and the Bay Street shopping center with it's food court, mall and Trader Joe's are down the street.; The bustle of downtown Oakland's restaurants, bars and music venues such as the Fox Theater are close at hand. Join the fun!



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