INFORMATION
A Great North Oakland Craftsman Through and Through.
This lovely, bright, and friendly 2 bed, 1 bath home is situated on a tree-lined street. Loaded with curb appeal, punctuated by a cheerful front porch looking out onto native plantings, flowers, and trees in the beautifully landscaped front yard. The exterior of the home has been recently repainted – highlighted by a colorful front door. Inside there are refinished hardwood floors throughout. The wood-burning fireplace is constructed with period stonework. The dining room is large enough to host a proper Thanksgiving meal. The handsome built-in provides additional storage. Office nook off the living room is light-filled and faces west. The sunny kitchen faces south and has a garden window box above the sink. Both bedrooms are generously-sized with ample closet space. The updated bathroom with trend-right tiling complete with gold finish on all the fixtures looks smashing. Updated laundry room with on-demand hot water unit and new washer and dryer (2020), leads out onto a quaint backyard - an ideal spot to eat outside at the table or simply relax. The planter boxes are currently full of seasonal vegetables. In the driveway behind the gate is another gathering spot, perfect for morning coffee and play. There is also a sizable storage shed.
57th Street is a super neighborhood for getting around town quickly and efficiently; adjacent to Genoa Street, a bike lane street, and the 55th Street corridor - 90 WalkScore® and 100 BikeScore™. Less than 1 mile to the Ashby BART station and the Temescal Tool lending library. Local hangouts include Earthly Coffee and Tea, Dover Park, Ellis Ace Hardware, and The Towne Cycles Bike Repair shop to name a few.
Seller Udpates:
1) Exterior of home repainted (2020)
2) Tankless water heater installed (2020)
3) Bathroom remodeled (2020)
4) Laundry room floor and door replaced (2020)
5) Washing machine/dryer replaced (2020)
6) Sewer lateral replaced (2020)
7) Main water service replaced; spigot and shutoff valve installed (2020)
8) Redwood driveway fence installed (2020)
9) Front facade of shed rebuilt (2020)
10) Hardwood floors in living and dining rooms repaired and refinished (2020)
11) Stove/range, vent hood, dishwasher, and refrigerator replaced (2018/19)
12) Hardwood floors in bedrooms and hallway installed (2017)
13) Front yard redesigned and planted (2014)
14) Seismic retrofit (2012)
Floor Plans
Neighborhood
The heart of North Oakland is located just a few miles from Downtown Oakland, and is one of the Bay Area’s most culturally and ethnically diverse neighborhoods. The residential streets are lined with beautiful, detached single-family homes, with architectural styles ranging from Edwardian to Craftsman. With close proximity to highways, BART Station, and public transit lines, residents of North Oakland are never too far away from all of the excitement of San Francisco, Berkeley, and the entire Bay Area. Bushrod Park, a 10-acre community park, is located near the center of North Oakland. A community Recreation Center was added to the park in 2000 and features a full-size gym, playground, lighted basketball and tennis courts, baseball fields, and picnic areas.The park is also home to one of Oakland’s 23 community gardens, where locals can grow their own organic fruits, herbs, and flora for a small annual fee. If you are looking for a community that truly brings its residents together, Bushrod Park is an amazing option. Some of the best restaurants in Oakland can be found less than a mile from the North Oakland area. A short trip down to Telegraph Avenue in Temescal will provide you with a seemingly endless array of dining options, including: North Light: Part cafe, part bar, and part book/record store, North Light offers coffee from open to close and a unique menu with snacks, brunch items, and tasty happy hour plates. Hawking Bird: This vibrant Thai restaurant goes the extra mile to provide incredible food from local sources. Stop in during lunch for their delicious Thai chicken and rice bowl, some crunchy wings, or a tantalizing salad. Pizzaiolo: Featuring a full breakfast menu with delicious espresso beverages, this popular Oakland pizzeria is one of the few that opens its doors at 8am. Once lunchtime is over, the restaurant closes for over 5 hours, re-opening to a dinner crowd eager to taste the evening menu offerings. Martin Luther King Jr. Way runs directly in between the Sante Fe/Bushrod neighborhoods in North Oakland, and serves as the main transit route for north/south travel. Route 18 will take commuters to the heart of North Oakland, and both Ashby and MacArthur BART Stations are just a short 10 minute ride away. If you prefer to drive, the CA Highway 24 provides a seamless avenue to Interstate 80 and the Bay Bridge.