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Tuesday, October 8, 2013

5532 Vicente Way Rockridge/Temescal in Oakland, CA

New Listing: Classic Craftsman Bungalow W/Possible Studio Rental or Extra Space for your ___________! FILL IN THE BLANK

Welcome to this very nicely preserved and cared for Craftsman Bungalow. This home offers maximum flexibility. By just closing-off the door between the 2 upstairs rooms, you have the perfect little income generator. Then, if the family grows or changes, you can re-open the door and “bingo,” more living space! It is really a perfect set up for the right circumstances – like having a couple kids, or maybe Mom will need to be nearby in the not too distant future and live under your roof, but not under foot. But, if you are just looking for the classic Craftsman Bungalow, we have that, too. 3 Bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with one already done in “Period” style.
The entry, living and dining rooms could not be any sweeter with designer paint, fireplace and gleaming hardwood floors completing the package. The kitchen has a cozy breakfast room, laundry and all three rooms give you the opportunity to renovate and create the “great” room we all fantasize about. Imagine a brand new kitchen and family room opening right out into the sunny yard. It might not get any better, or easier than this (my promise- if you can’t see it, I will come and spend 2 hours with you designing the space so you can make it real!) Okay we have a downstairs sort of double-layer basement and laundry. Lots of space for storage and work rooms and other fun stuff you could do down here. Especially since there is already a toilet, you could potentially add a bath pretty easily. The long driveway gives you plenty of parking and the garage, while on the low and small size, is still ideal for a plug-in Prius, or maybe the new Fiat 500 (I got one and LUV it!) Perfect location nestled between Temescal and Rockridge with great neighbors. This well-maintained home is a great buy in today’s market.
This home offers maximum flexibility. Close-off the doors between the 2 upstairs rooms and have a perfect little income generator. Then, if the family grows or changes open the door and “bingo,” more living space! “Very Walkable” according to WalkScore. This home scored 87 out of 100. It’s really the perfect set-up for the right circumstances. Sell the cars – Ride BART and get a couple bikes! This home is located on the border between Rockridge and Temescal. You will face a daily challenge on which way to go. Btw, the Sunday Farmers” Market is a block away and Casual Carpooling, the Tot Lot and Dog Park just another block the other way. Easy access to bike paths, freeways, AC Transit, and BART make living here a Commuters’ Dream.

1,938+/-sqft Living Space
5,800+/-sqft Level Lot

3 Bedrooms & 2 Bathrooms
Hardwood & Tile Floors
Cool Vintage Kitchen w/Breakfast Nook
Garage & Off-Street Parking
Master Suite or Rental Studio
Formal Living & Dining Rooms
Traditional Bungalow Detailing
Recently Remodeled “Period” Styled Bathroom
Partial Basement
Huge Park-Like Yard w/Room for Veggies

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Tuesday, September 25, 2012

Temescal Neighborhood in Oakland

Temescal Neighborhood in Oakland, CA

When we picked up a friend from San Francisco at the MacArthur BART station recently, we asked her if she wanted to grab some lunch in the neighborhood, the neighborhood known as Temescal. “Yeah!” she exclaimed. “I hear everything cool in the East Bay is happening in Temescal!”

That very well may be. If you are from San Francisco, like our friend, think of Temescal as similar to the Valencia Street corridor: cool restaurants, fascinating boutiques and galleries, vibrant culture, a dizzyingly diverse group of people, and just a lot of fun.

Temescal radiates out from the intersection of Telegraph and 51st Street in North Oakland, just south of the Berkeley border. Right at that corner is Bakesale Betty, one of the eateries most associated with the recent Temescal revival. Perhaps it was their sinfully delicious fried chicken sandwich that started the revolution? If the line is too long, try the lines at Dona Tomas, Pizzaiolo or Genova Deli before they those lines get too long. Not in the mood for food? Check out the recently renovated Studio One Arts Center. A great way to sample the neighborhood is at the annual Temescal Street Fair each June.

The neighborhood originally sprang up around the Temescal Creek in the mid twentieth century, when it evolved from a working class Italian neighborhood into the eclectic celebration of diversity and culture that it is today. Maybe this is why This Old House just called Temescal one of the best “old house” neighborhoods in the country! Because of its background, the area is populated with adorable single-family bungalows, mostly in the Craftsman style. Due to its close proximity to Rockridge, Berkeley and BART, the Temescal neighborhood has held its real estate values well.

Speaking of BART, Temescal is a very pedestrian-friendly neighborhood, thanks to being smack dab in the middle of two convenient BART stations. There is also the Telegraph Avenue RAPID bus line, among other offerings from AC Transit. Plus, there are bike lanes galore and it is very flat and walkable. You would be surprised how close you are to everything in Temescal!

Are we saving the best for last? Perhaps. Some people consider the Temescal Farmer’s Market to be the best one in the area (yes, even better than that big one in the City at the Ferry building). Yet, some of you in the audience think that the Temescal Pool is the best thing in the neighborhood, especially with Temescal’s warmer micro-climate. Let’s enjoy them both and decide later.

4701 Manila Ave. Temescal

Broker, Ron Kriss presents

4701 Manila Ave.

Temescal Oakland, CA 94609

Offered @ $595,000

New Listing: A Perfect Craftsman Bungalow in the Heart of Temescal

This is not your Grand Mothers’ Temescal. Your new home is located in the heart of the rapidly changing North Oakland Temescal Neighborhood. It is almost equal distance from the Temescal District, the Piedmont Avenue District and Rockridge. It might not get any better than this. With so many choices, it will take you years to explore all of the possibilities and with new shops and new food purveyors opening monthly, you’ll never become bored.

LAWTON ASSOCIATES // East Bay Area Real Estate Brokerage