This handsome Arts and Crafts home sits proudly on a corner lot in Lower Rockridge in Oakland, and is exceptionally well located. It is just a short distance from all the popular stores, restaurants and shopping venues that are found on College Avenue, and in Rockridge.
It is hard to deny the curb appeal of this house. Located at 5150 Coronado Avenue, it offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom in 1058 sf of living space.
The fact that is has been well cared for is reflected in its carefully tended front gardens that surround it. Yellow flower boxes and trim add more charm, as does the final touch of a yellow flowerpot on the front steps.
A slightly different perspective captures the distinctive lines of a Craftsman home-a popular design to this day. The covered front porch with sturdy supporting pillar, dual overhanging roofs, large front and side windows, and soft earth tone coloring are just a few of those features that are seen here.
This spacious living room is set aglow by the impressive centrally placed picture window that captures the light and exterior views.
The richly colored inlaid hardwood floor, with the darker edged trim that enhances it, reveals this totally open floorplan that invites a variety of seating arrangements to please.
Directly across the hall, past the main entry, is the entrance to the home's formal dining room that continues this same pleasing open living concept.
This luminous and inviting living room is representative of its Craftsman heritage. Two large bookcases on either side of a central fireplace can easily create an atmosphere of warmth and comfort where one's favorite family collectibles, books, pottery, pictures and glassware could be easily placed on the matching bookcases, revealing and capturing favorite memories.
Just steps away is the expansive dining room that can easily accommodate a grand table and at least eight chairs, and side tables, if desired, for friendly, casual entertaining, or a formal evening meal.
It is especially worth noting that this room truly reveals the amount of quality woodwork that is seen throughout the entire home.
One of the central touchstones of a Craftsman home is often the presence of this built in buffet server with glass doors that can store, for immediate use, one's favorite china, glassware, silverware, and serving pieces that are located just steps away from the table.
Also seen, is dual crown molding on the ceilings overhead, and, throughout the residence, every door and room entry is enhanced with generous additional wooden trim-a special amenity that adds a distinctive richness to home's overall effect.
Just a few steps away is the home's large kitchen. Its cheerful black and white flooring is complimented by its many well placed grey laminate countertops and white cabinets throughout, creating a delightful sunny ambiance.
Appliances include a refrigerator, gas range and dishwasher.
An additional view reveals the generous amount of working space that is available for one's meal preparation and meal service, and the four expansive picture windows that offer a virtual wall of windows for both light and views.
There are two bedrooms in the house. Above, is the first bedroom with large dual windows and closet.
This sunny second bedroom is spacious, and has a closet with a sliding door entry.
The home's bathroom, seen here, has a popular old fashioned claw foot tub, a large window to the outside, and a standing shower.
The rear yard has been designed in such a way that there are numerous sites for food service and hosting friends. A large flowering trellis at the far end ensures privacy, and adds a warm and welcoming beauty with its many blossoms.
The yard is fully enclosed for privacy, and a special seating area has been created at one end for relaxation and conversation.
This view from the rear to the front of the garden gives a sense of its size.
One additional feature seen in this view is the detached garage that is part of the property. It can serve multiple needs, While it can be a garage for one's cars, it could also be a workroom, personal office, or crafts space and art studio.
NOTE: Two other amenities worth mentioning: The home has efficient solar panels, and has had earthquake retrofitting.
If this delightful, and well located home is of interest to you, I encourage you to call me promptly regarding it. It is being offered for sale for $1,095,000. I can be reached at (510) 517-6280. I look forward to speaking with you.
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