397 51St St Oakland, CA 94609

The ultimate lifestyle bungalow surrounded by all the best of Temescal & Rockridge. This classic craftsman greets you w/ a bike rack & marigold colored front door w/ 3 panes to allow light in. The scrumptious entry w/ built-in bench is a cozy place to read a book or put shoes on. The formal living room that is open to the dining room w/ built-in China cabinet, is enhanced w/ inlaid hardwood floors & a cast stone fireplace w/ a motif of trees & architecture - adding a touch of whimsy from the 1912 construction.  Oversized kitchen has a wall of cabinetry freshly painted Great Barrington Green @ the base that compliments the rustic terracotta floors, stainless steel counters, Thermador range & large open space ready for a farm table. You can imagine a holiday gathering in the kitchen with ample room to slice, simmer & bake. Generous room size, refinished floors and freshly painted, skylights, replaced foundation & seismically retrofitted, fenced in private bkyd & detached garage!