This beautifully renovated century home in Oakland’s coveted Lower Rockridge neighborhood, blending classic charm with modern sophistication. Featuring an open design enhanced by skylights and large windows, this residence includes 5 bedrooms and 3 baths across two levels. The kitchen highlights white oak cabinetry and quartz countertops, complemented by luxury bath finishes. Recent updates include new plumbing, electrical, HVAC, tankless water heater, and a new roof, all permitted and code compliant. The landscaped yard offers ample outdoor living space. With a $1,888,000 listing price, its prime location offers a 94 Walk Score, near Rockridge BART, top schools, and vibrant community amenities.
Home Plan
A two-story residential floor plan displaying a practical and spacious layout. The first floor includes a living room adjacent to a foyer, two bedrooms, a bathroom, and a large open kitchen with a central island that combines with the dining area. The second floor features three bedrooms including a master bedroom with an attached bath, two additional bathrooms, a laundry room, walk-in closets, and a hallway connecting these spaces. Each area is proportioned to accommodate comfortable living, with clear separations for private and communal spaces, designed for convenience and functional daily use.
Front Yard and Porch Entrance
A gently ascending concrete pathway leads to a covered front porch with an arched entryway of wooden shingles. Natural stone borders line the walkway, embracing a minimalist garden of ornamental grasses and low shrubs softened by gray gravel. Two mature trees stand prominently to the right, their weathered trunks adding rustic character in contrast to the clean lines of the porch. White trim accents the wooden shingles and supports roof overhangs, harmonizing with the bright white front door and adjacent window, creating a welcoming, balanced, and earthy Craftsman-style aesthetic.
Exterior Front View
Crafted with classic wooden shingles, the exterior showcases a historic American bungalow style, complete with a gabled roof and dormer windows. A covered porch with thick white columns offers a welcoming entrance. The surrounding landscape includes a manicured lawn with two mature trees near the walkway, while stone and gravel elements accentuate the garden beds alongside the stairs. The driveway to the right features cracked concrete slabs, leading to a garage or parking area. White gutters and trim contrast softly with the warm natural wood tone of the siding, enhancing the timeless aesthetic of the home amid a quiet neighborhood setting.
Front Exterior and Yard
A charming early 20th-century American bungalow with classic wood shingle siding and white trim accents. The pitched roof with broad eaves extends over a covered front porch supported by simple tapered columns. A fresh white front door and window frames provide contrast to the warm wood tones. The front yard landscaping is minimalist yet structured, featuring gravel beds bordered by natural stone and punctuated by small clusters of plants and grasses. A set of white concrete steps lead from the sidewalk to the front porch, framed by mature tall trees that add vertical interest and shade. The overall curb appeal blends rustic materials with clean, modern lines in the hardscape.
Backyard Patio and Lawn
A manicured backyard with a modern patio area paved in light-grey tiles hosts a simple wooden dining table surrounded by six white cushioned chairs. Adjacent is a lush, well-maintained artificial lawn framed by square stepping stones embedded in the grass, creating an inviting path from the patio. The boundary features a mix of mature trees, tall green shrubs, and a wooden shingled structure, contributing to privacy and natural charm. The house’s dark exterior wall with bright green window frames and a green metal roof adds a bold, unique contrast to the garden’s vibrant greenery. The blue sky with scattered clouds completes the serene outdoor setting.
Backyard Patio Area
Cozy backyard space showing a wooden shingle exterior house wall with two white-framed windows and a sliding glass door leading inside. The patio area has a modern light wood dining table with six matching chairs, creating a casual outdoor dining spot. Gray pavers form the patio floor, while a green artificial turf lawn stretches out beside it. Mature trees and shrubs border the yard, adding natural privacy and lushness. The overall aesthetic combines rustic charm from the wood shingles and contemporary outdoor furniture, resulting in a welcoming and balanced outdoor living environment.
Backyard Patio
A well-maintained backyard patio area bordered by a wooden privacy fence in a natural, warm wood tone. The ground has both a concrete section and a large paved patio with light gray stone tiles, providing a clean, modern contrast. The patio area accommodates a light wooden dining table with matching chairs that have white cushioned seats, offering an inviting outdoor dining spot. The lawn is neatly trimmed and vibrant green, with a nicely curved planting bed filled with dark gray gravel and some foliage. The house exterior is clad in brown wooden shingles with clean white trim around the windows and roofline, giving a classic craftsman look enhanced by the lush greenery surrounding the space.
Exterior Front View
A classic Craftsman-style home with rich, natural wood shingles covering the exterior walls, creating a warm and rustic aesthetic. The roof is steep and primary in gray shingles, featuring a dormer with crisp white window frames that contrast beautifully with the darker tones. A spacious covered front porch with clean white trim enhances curb appeal, with a simple and inviting entryway accessed by a gently curving concrete walkway and steps. Mature trees provide shade and privacy, while minimalist landscaping includes sparse plants and rocks, contributing to a low-maintenance yet charming front yard.
Backyard and Roof Overview
A spacious backyard with a neatly manicured lawn and a small patio area furnished with a wooden dining table and chairs, surrounded by a mix of greenery including shrubs and a small tree. Adjacent to the yard is a detached shed with a shingle roof matching the main house. The home’s roof is steeply pitched, covered with gray shingles, and incorporates multiple skylights for natural illumination. One section of the roof is equipped with solar panels, highlighting an eco-friendly element within this historically styled residence, which blends rustic wood siding with modern updates.
Front Porch Entrance
The entrance is dominated by a spacious front porch with a wide set of gray-painted wooden stairs leading to a matching porch floor. Natural wood shingle siding envelops the exterior walls, providing a warm, textured backdrop. A unique, arching shingle-covered overhang creates an inviting canopy above the porch area, adding architectural interest and shelter. The focal point is a white paneled front door with sidelights and a decorative glass transom, offering light and elegance. To the right, a large window framed with white trim allows natural light into the home. Simple landscaping with green plants and white stones accents the clean, classic look.
Front Porch Entryway
White door with a decorative stained glass transom is flanked by two slender, multi-pane sidelights, providing light and architectural interest. The porch’s flooring is painted in light gray, contrasting softly with the warm brown cedar shake siding that envelops the porch walls and ceiling. A large, arched opening frames one side, adding charming historic character and a sense of openness. White window trim lines the large window adjacent to the door, harmonizing with the trim around the door. The black mailbox and house number on the wall add a modern touch against the rustic wooden exterior. Recessed ceiling lights illuminate the space, blending utility with subtle elegance.
Entryway and Living Area
The entryway presents a clean, bright atmosphere with white walls, detailed trim, and a stained glass insert in the front door. Narrow sidelights flanking the door add verticality and offer views outside, enhancing natural light. The flooring consists of wide plank, light-toned wood, contributing warmth against the crisp white. An open archway with classic columned trim leads into the living room. The living space includes a cozy white sofa accented with neutral-toned pillows, and a contemporary round coffee table on a muted, textured area rug. A simple white lamp and some greenery provide subtle décor, while a gray tile fireplace anchor enhances visual depth and a modern touch.
Seating Area
An inviting living room area with a soothing neutral color palette featuring off-white upholstered armchairs arranged around a low, round wooden coffee table. A large, patterned area rug anchors the seating and adds subtle texture to the light wood flooring. The contemporary fireplace is set within a minimalist concrete-textured wall, adding a clean, modern focal point. Natural light filters through small windows with white trim, balanced by soft artificial lighting from recessed ceiling lights. A tall, leafy plant introduces subtle greenery, enhancing the cozy and fresh ambiance of the interconnected living and kitchen space.
Living Room
A bright and airy living room centered around a plush, cream-colored sofa with curved wooden legs, flanked by two matching round wooden side tables each holding a simple, white ceramic lamp. A round wooden coffee table with a textured vase and foliage rests atop a large, muted gray area rug with subtle patterning. Light wood flooring complements the soft white walls and ceiling beams. Large windows reveal views of trees and the outdoors, allowing ample natural light into the space. A modern, built-in gray stone fireplace anchors one wall, while traditional craftmanship is evident in the door and trim details near the entrance.
Kitchen and Dining Area
The space combines a modern kitchen and dining area with a warm, inviting ambiance. Light hardwood flooring extends across the room, complementing the neutral color palette. The kitchen island, clad in white marble with subtle veining, includes a breakfast bar with four cream-colored chairs featuring gold metal legs. Above the island hang three spherical pendant lights with brass accents. The kitchen cabinetry is a mix of light wood and glossy white finishes, paired with a sleek gray tile backsplash. The dining table is rustic wood, surrounded by six beige upholstered chairs with curved wooden frames. Floor-to-ceiling sheer white curtains allow natural light to softly filter into the room, creating an airy, bright environment. The ceiling is accented with recessed lighting and a statement brass chandelier with globe bulbs, tying elements of warmth and contemporary style throughout the open floor plan.
Kitchen Island
A spacious kitchen area with a large white marble island countertop dominates the center, surrounded by three contemporary stools with beige upholstery and sleek gold frames. The back wall is clad in textured gray stone tiles, paired with a window that lets in natural light. Cabinets are a mix of light wood lower units and glossy white upper cupboards, offering a modern contrast. Stainless steel appliances, including a double-door refrigerator and a gas oven with a vent hood, complement the design. Three globe pendant lights hang above the island, enhancing the bright, airy atmosphere created by recessed and natural lighting.
Modern Kitchen
A spacious kitchen with a large marble-topped island dominates the foreground, featuring light wood cabinetry with sleek black handles. Above the island, three pendant lights with brass fixtures and clear glass globes add elegant warm illumination. The overall color scheme is neutral with white walls, ceilings, and a light wood plank floor that gives a clean, airy feel. Modern stainless steel appliances, including a double-door refrigerator, are seamlessly integrated into paneled cabinetry. Skylights and recessed lighting provide ample natural and artificial light. The space flows towards a sliding glass door that opens to an outdoor dining area filled with greenery.
Modern Kitchen Countertop
A sleek kitchen with a long, linear layout featuring light wood lower cabinets paired with glossy white upper cabinets. The countertops are smooth white quartz with subtle veining, complementing the contemporary gray stone backsplash that adds textured depth. Stainless steel appliances, including a gas stove with a modern hood, bring a professional kitchen feel. A large window allows natural light to flood the space alongside two skylights above. The floor is light wood, adding warmth, while minimalistic black hardware and under-cabinet lighting emphasize clean lines. A cozy woven rug adds texture on the floor near the sink.
Modern Kitchen Island
A bright kitchen with a large white marble island centerpiece seating four on upholstered stools with gold metal frames. The floor is light wood, complementing lower cabinets made of natural wood grain. Upper cabinets are white with a glossy finish, paired with a textured gray tile backsplash extending to the ceiling behind the stainless steel range hood and stove. A wide window above the sink allows natural light, while a large skylight above brightens the space further. Three glass pendant lights hang over the island, enhancing the clean, contemporary aesthetic that flows seamlessly into an adjacent dining and living area.
Kitchen Pantry and Patio View
Light oak flooring leads to a clean, bright kitchen space marked by minimalist white walls and natural wood accents. On the left, two solid wood floating shelves hold simple kitchenware and décor, above a white countertop with a built-in dual-door wine fridge below. Adjacent to this is a pantry with open wooden shelving, framed by an open door. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open onto a stone patio outside where a modern wooden dining set is placed, surrounded by lush greenery and a dark house exterior with a contrasting mint-colored roof, providing a fresh, airy connection between indoors and outdoors.
Bedroom with Garden View
A serene bedroom bathed in natural light from a wide set of four windows overlooking lush greenery outside. The room is painted pristine white, creating a clean and airy atmosphere. Centered against one wall, a bed dressed in soft white linens and neutral-toned pillows rests on a subtle textured rug that adds warmth to the light wood flooring. Two black bedside tables with simple gray lamps anchor each side of the bed. Above the headboard, two abstract artworks featuring muted hues of beige, gray, white, black, and touches of gold enhance the calm, contemporary aesthetic of the space.
Bedroom Entrance View
Soft white walls and ceiling create a bright and airy atmosphere in this bedroom. Light natural wood flooring adds warmth and complements the neutral color palette of white bedding with beige accents. A rustic dark wooden bench sits beneath a large, rounded-top mirror with a thin black frame, adding subtle contrast and a minimalist touch. Two doors with black hardware frame the space — one leading to the room, the other slightly ajar revealing a glimpse of a dining area beyond. A small green plant tucked in the corner softens the clean lines and adds a hint of nature to the simple, modern aesthetic.
Modern Bathroom Design
The bathroom highlights a sleek, contemporary style with a neutral color palette dominated by grays and whites. The shower area is enclosed with a sliding glass door, framed in metal, and features large gray tiles on the walls with a contrasting hexagonal tile floor, adding texture and depth. A recessed shelf within the shower has black subway tiles that provide an accent element. The floating vanity has a concrete-like finish paired with a black countertop and an integrated black sink. Above the vanity, an asymmetrical mirror is backlit, adding a soft glow to the space. Abstract artwork and a small potted plant introduce subtle touches of color and nature to the clean, minimalist aesthetic.
Bedroom Interior
A cozy bedroom with a muted, soothing color palette, dominated by soft whites and earthy greens. The bed is dressed in an olive-green comforter with a chunky beige throw blanket and a variety of pillows in neutral tones. Flanking the upholstered gray headboard are two modern bedside tables with table lamps casting gentle light. Two minimalistic framed artworks with gold leaf designs hang centrally above the bed. Two windows with white blinds brighten the room with natural light, and a plush gray and white patterned rug covers the honey-toned hardwood floor, adding warmth and texture.
Upstairs Landing
Open and airy upstairs landing space with soft white walls and a vaulted ceiling featuring exposed beams painted in light gray. Light wood flooring extends throughout, complementing the natural wood handrail atop white balusters of the staircase. A modern, minimalistic console table stands against one wall, adorned with a simple flower vase and contemporary artwork in muted tones of black, beige, and white. A large window near the stairwell allows natural light to flood in, highlighting the clean, Scandinavian-inspired aesthetic. The adjacent bedroom hints at a cozy, neutral-hued interior beyond the landing.
Minimalist Bedroom Interior
The bedroom is designed with a clean, minimalist aesthetic emphasizing white and neutral tones. A bed with a vertically paneled white headboard sits centered beneath three large windows, allowing natural light and garden views. Beside the bed are two matching wooden nightstands holding white, cylindrical lamps. A woven leather bench in a warm brown tone rests at the foot of the bed, adding texture and warmth. The floor is light hardwood, partially covered by a textured neutral rug. Abstract black-and-white artwork adorns the right wall, complementing the room’s modern, serene feel. Sliding white closet doors occupy the left side.
Modern Bathroom Vanity
A sleek double vanity with an elongated white countertop features integrated rectangular sinks paired with minimalist chrome faucets. The cabinetry below is wood-finished in a natural warm tone, lending subtle contrast to the neutral beige tiled walls that extend throughout the space. A large, frameless mirror spans the width of the vanity, backlit with soft LED lighting that enhances the bathroom’s clean, modern ambiance. A small potted plant and a soap dispenser sit neatly on the counter, adding a touch of greenery and functionality. A frosted window provides privacy while allowing natural light, with a chrome towel rack holding a white towel nearby, completing the understated, contemporary design.
Master Bedroom Overview
Vaulted ceiling with exposed beams painted light gray enhances the spacious feel of the room. Walls in soft, neutral tones complement the warm wood flooring. A large bed with a dark upholstered headboard is dressed in layers of white and taupe linens, accented by several textured throw pillows. On either side of the bed are matching nightstands with modern white table lamps. Two knitted poufs in light gray provide a cozy, tactile element near the foot of the bed. A light beige area rug cushions the floor beneath the bed. A comfortable gray armchair rests beside a round wooden side table with a small potted plant. Abstract art in muted neutral hues hangs on the wall, balancing the room’s serene and contemporary aesthetic.
Home Office Corner
The space is designed as a bright, modern home office with minimalist aesthetics. Walls are painted white to enhance natural daylight coming through wide horizontal windows with white blinds. A light wood floor contrasts with a large, subtly patterned gray and white area rug. Furniture includes a simple desk with a natural wood top and white metal frame, paired with a comfortable taupe chair draped with a striped throw blanket. A dark gray armchair with a white ribbed pillow sits nearby, creating an inviting seating area. The room is adorned with a large framed black and beige abstract print, and a white vase filled with minimalist branches adds a natural touch.
Modern Bathroom Details
The bathroom showcases a sleek, modern design with light neutral tones and clean lines. A rectangular white sink is set into a smooth marble countertop atop a light wood vanity with minimalist silver handles. The wall-mounted faucet is polished chrome, complementing the streamlined built-in shower fixtures. The shower/tub combination is enclosed by frameless sliding glass doors with a stainless steel track. Light beige tiles cover the shower walls, including a dark subway tile niche for storage. A sculptural, irregularly shaped backlit mirror hangs above the sink, accompanied by a geometric black and tan wall art. A small green plant and candle add subtle warmth and freshness to the space.
Laundry Room Details
Gray modern front-loading washer and dryer units sit side by side in a compact, well-lit laundry space. A frosted window allows natural light while maintaining privacy. The walls are painted a clean, soft white, contrasting subtly with the sleek metallic finish of the appliances. On top of the dryer, a small tray holds neatly folded white towels and a green aloe plant in a striped pot, adding a touch of freshness and natural décor. Next to it, a clear glass jar filled with white wool dryer balls enhances the organized and minimal aesthetic. The floor appears to be a smooth neutral tile, complementing the calm and practical design.
Listing Agent: Yankun Zhen of eXp Realty of California via Zillow
