You may have noticed over the last year or so, the intensive and complete renovation of 312 Sheridan Avenue.  It has been really exciting watching this Piedmont gem be transformed back to its former glory.

Just recently put on the market after being owned by only two prior families, it is a wonderful old home, circa 1920, with a fresh modern rehabilitation.  The owner had originally intended to restore the house for his parents and extended family to live in, but, upon the family's visit, they realized that it was just too large, and had too many stairs for them to manage.  With that plan out the window, they decided to continue with a full restoration, and put the house on the market. 

As was the mode with houses a hundred years ago, rooms were…

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Adams Point neighborhood near Lake Merritt in Oakland

The Adams Point neighborhood of Oakland sits just above the northern end of scenic Lake Merritt. For buyers looking for a condominium in one of Oakland’s most convenient central locations, Adams Point is one of the first areas worth considering.

Adams Point offers a strong mix of location, walkability, and access to daily amenities. From many parts of the neighborhood, residents can reach Grand Avenue, Lakeshore Avenue, Lake Merritt, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, coffee shops, restaurants, and neighborhood services without needing to drive everywhere. That combination has made Adams Point especially popular with condo buyers who want an Oakland lifestyle close to the lake and downtown.

Grand Avenue and Lakeshore Avenue are two of the area’s biggest…

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