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$895,000
Upper Rockridge, Oakland
Exterior
Foyer
Living Room 3
Living Room
Breakfast Nook
Dining Room
Kitchen
Deck
Back Yard
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 3
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Inviting 3 bedroom, 2 bath Traditional style home

Desirable Upper Rockridge location

Large sunny living room & formal dining room

Updated eat-in kitchen with backyard access
This delightful 3 bedroom, 2 bath traditional style home with clean lines and a sunny exposure is situated on a gently sloping lot with level front and back yards. Located in the sought after Upper Rockridge neighborhood in the Oakland Hills, this attractive home will appeal to buyers in search of Old World charm, modern amenities, good outdoor living and a convenient location. Schools, shopping and transportation are nearby.



A walkway across the front lawn leads to a covered brick porch that opens to a foyer with access to several rooms. An arched entry in the foyer leads to a spacious, light-filled living room with wood framed windows, a random plank oak floor and a handsome fireplace. The living room opens to the formal dining room allowing good flow for entertaining. The updated kitchen has recently installed granite countertops, recessed lighting, a gas cook top, built-in oven and an eating area with a tranquil tree view. French doors from the kitchen eating area lead to a deck with a built-in bench for outdoor dining and entertaining. Stairs from the deck lead to the private backyard with a patio, brick barbeque, mature trees, lawn and a garden.



There are two bedrooms and one bathroom on the main level. One bedroom overlooks the backyard. The other bedroom features two closets and has been used as a den/family room. The bedroom and bathroom on the lower level has French doors that open to a second patio and the charming backyard. This bedroom also has access to a brick walkway that meanders through the side garden with mature camellias, and provides separate outside access making it suitable for guests or in-law quarters.



Additional features include: Roof in November 2006; interior recently painted with decorator colors; new light fixtures; crown moldings; wood-framed windows; decorative wrought-iron balconies; hardwood floors on the main living level; glass block detail in the dining room; tile bathrooms; two-car attached garage with automatic door openers and inside access; basement with work bench and storage space; plus room in the basement—formerly a dark room; irrigation system; built in 1939; refrigerator, washer, dryer and a home warranty are included; convenient commute location—close to BART and the TransBay bus line; the popular Rockridge, Piedmont Avenue & Montclair shopping districts are minutes away. The Metroscan report says the house has 5 rooms, 2 bedrooms and 1360 square feet. An appraiser said the house had 6 rooms, 3 bedrooms and 1698 square feet. Square footage figures may not be accurate and will not be verified. Bedroom count will not be verified; buyers are encouraged to conduct their own investigations.



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