Tucked away on a quiet street shaded by mature trees, this home feels like a breath of fresh air the moment you arrive. Set in Oakland’s welcoming Laurel neighborhood—known for its community spirit, vibrant local shops, and laid-back charm—this home offers that rare combination of character, comfort, and flexibility. From the outside, its Mediterranean-style exterior hints at the warmth and personality waiting inside. Step through the front door and you're greeted by natural light, spilling through generous windows and reflecting off warm hardwood floors that seamlessly connect the living and dining areas. The charming kitchen is laid out for function and updated with everything you need for the perfect home cooked meal. Vintage touches catch the eye throughout the house—the glint of a glass doorknob, the original fireplace—and remind you this home has history. But it also knows how to live in the present. The layout is smart and simple: two bedrooms with closet space, thoughtfully placed on either side of a central updated bathroom with glass shower. And with a dedicated laundry just off the kitchen, everything you need is right where you need it. Then there’s the outdoor space, which truly elevates this home's experience. Out the back door, step onto a custom-built, two-level deck made for California living. Built-in benches create room for friends to gather, or for quiet afternoons spent with a book and a breeze. The yard is peaceful and full of thoughtful botanical details that add color to this private space. Also taking advantage of the deck and garden is a brand new, fully permitted ADU studio, offering that invaluable bonus space so many buyers are searching for. Whether you use it as a guest suite, a rental for extra income, or a creative space to finally launch that side hustle—it’s ready to adapt to your life. Add in a long driveway with ample off-street parking, an EV charger, a maple tree that anchors the front yard in shade and color- all in a location that keeps you close to both city energy and neighborhood charm and you’ve got something special. This is a home where efficiency meets character, and where possibilities stretch from room to room—and extend into the yard beyond.
Laurel District
The Laurel District is a charming neighborhood encompassed by the blocks northeast of Highway 580 between High Street and 35th Avenue. It is bordered by the Allendale neighborhood to the west, the Redwood Heights neighborhood to the east, the Dimond District to the north, and the Maxwell Park neighborhood to the south. At the heart of the neighborhood lies MacArthur Blvd., a bustling shopping area with annual festivals. The Laurel is full of culture and diversity with an array of popular restaurants, coffee shops, bars/brewery, the best pizza, Farmer Joe’s grocery (big and small), a great hardware store, gyms, yoga, and the fantastic annual Laurel District Fair.
The Laurel district traces its name to the Laurel Grove Park residential tract, which was laid out in 1900 at the north end of the district's contemporary boundaries. The prominent Laurel Gateway Arches over MacArthur Blvd at either end of the district were designed and installed in 2006. MacArthur Blvd., which runs through the Laurel district, was once U.S. Highway 50, before Interstate 580 was built to replace it in the early 1960s. Two movie houses in Laurel were in operation from the 1920s until the 1960s. The Laurel Theater is now a church. The Hopkins Cinema at 3525 MacArthur now houses a Goodwill thrift store and an AutoZone auto parts store. Earlier (around the 1950s) it was a Hagstroms supermarket.
One can stroll through the streets and see the many different styles of California Bungalows and Cottages from the early 1900s all the way through the occasional mid-century modern. Strolling is what Laurel residents do (many with their dogs!) along the newly formed pedestrian/biking corridor from The Laurel to Mills College, nature next door with its exquisite grounds that are wonderful to stroll through. There is also an abundance of hiking just up the hill in Leona Canyon and even farther up to Redwood Regional Park Lands.
The Laurel District conveniently located between Hwy 580 & Hwy 13. There are numerous AC Transit buses to take you to BART, SF, downtown Oakland and there is a Casual Carpool stop into the city at High and MacArthur.
Laurel District Association - http://laureldistrictassociation.org/
Sequoia Diner - http://www.sequoiadiner.com/
Fist of Flour Pizza Co. - http://wheresthefist.com/
Laurel ACE Hardware - https://www.laurelace.com/
Laurel Street Fair - http://streetfair.laureldistrictassociation.org/
