Found 16 blog entries tagged as Oakland Luxury Homes for Sale.

This captivating living room above, with its dramatic open beamed peak ceiling and innovative fireplace, looks out onto a balcony and a sweeping Bay area view that is stunning, no matter what the time of day.  Located at 14075 Skyline Boulevard in Oakland, it offers 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in a spacious 3539 sf +/- sf of living space.  What adds even more value to the home is the surprising 1.61 acres +/- of land on which the the home sits.  

Skyline Boulevard weaves along the highest hills in Oakland, and as such provides impressive Bay area views, and makes homes here especially cherished.  In addition to the site, this residence is adjacent to the Leona Canyon Regional Open Space Reserve, and not far from many other parks and trails along…

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These absolutely dazzling scenes, seen here above and below, represent just a portion of the approximately 180 degree /five bridge views that are available from this home at 5895 Grizzly Peak Boulevard In Oakland.  

 This home was designed to capture this entire stunning panorama-one which will alternate in its beauty hour to hour, and as the days and seasons change.

 This innovative balcony allows one to sit outside, high above the hillside, and enjoy the spectacular scenery and the sloping green hills directly below.  Designed by architect  Jim Orjala, and dubbed "The Aves House", the home's architectural concept was created to represent the appearance of a bird wing in honor of the many native birds that frequent the hillsides. …

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This dramatically placed home sits high above Oakland in the very popular Broadway Terrace neighborhood, and is located at 9056 Broadway Terrace.  Close to the many and varied shops and restaurants of Rockridge and Montclair, it is equally ideally placed for commuting to downtown Oakland, San Francisco, and Contra Costa County.  It offers 3 bedrooms, and 2 1/2 baths in approximately 2708 sf of living space.  

The sweeping view of San Francisco, and San Francisco Bay that is associated with this home is stunning, and may be seen from both the upper and lower levels of the home.  

Turning northerly, one can view the Bay Bridge, the Golden Gate Bridge, and Marin County.  This exceptional visual experience changes as the sun rises and sets,…

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This dramatic entryway is just the beginning view of a this dazzling Mid-Century Eichler home located at 8010 Shay Drive in Oakland's Sequoyah Hills neighborhood.  It has been impressively remodeled, and now is one of the largest Eichler homes in the East Bay.  It features 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a spacious 2421+/- sf of living space.  An additional benefit is a delightful in ground pool and hot tub.  

 Entry through the front door reveals this delightful and welcoming interior garden that is visible from virtually every room in the home.  This home epitomizes all that is expected of a Mid Century Modern home design.  Elements, seen here, include large glass windows-virtually walls of glass, integration with nature where sliding glass…

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Centrally located close to Piedmont and Montclair, at 5206 Proctor Avenue, this stunning home sits comfortably in the hills of Oakland, and has been designed to capture all the dramatic Bay area views below.  Wide spacious view windows abound, and each reveals a special angle of the scene below.  It offers 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms in a very comfortable 3048 +/- sf of living space.  

Upon entry, guests are immediately aware that the warm and glowing light emanating from the multiple view windows is a consistent theme throughout the home.  The high vaulted ceilings and the white walls add an impressive compliment to this elegant room.  The room is anchored by a striking and spacious fireplace around which many an evening's entertaining can…

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 The Oakland hills offer some truly impressive Bay area views, and homes here are highly prized for this spectacular scenery.  One especially outstanding offering is this home located at 15038 Broadway Terrace.  Sitting high above the city, this residence features 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, in a spacious 3472 sf of living space.  

 As would be expected, much of the design of this residence has been planned with the intent to capture the stunning views that surround the home.  Beginning with the living room, the interior plan has been created incorporating flat planes, open floor space, high ceilings, and large walls of glass throughout that are specifically built to highlight the outside panorama.  Be sure to observe the dramatic fireplace that…

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This inviting Spanish Mediterranean styled home is located in the popular Claremont Pines neighborhood in the Oakland hills.  It's address-5641 Country Club Drive-reveals one of its best assets--it sits above the verdant grounds of the Claremont Country Club, and offers views of both the golf course, and a panoramic view of San Francisco and Oakland.  

This outstanding scene combines the captivating view of the Claremont Country Club greens with a sweeping view from Marin County and the Golden Gate Bridge, south to San Francisco and the Bay Bridge.  

Imagine waking up to this panorama every morning.  Plentiful windows and porches in the home guarantee all or part of this view daily.  

This extremely spacious gated front yard invites…

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This architectural Art Deco jewel at 1831 Drake Drive in Montclair was built in 1937-- right in the heart of that truly stylish era.  It is a vibrant home with many updated features throughout.  The curving wall of block-shaped glass windows, the streamlined flow of lines, and the huge wall of glass looking out onto the yard and view make this a home an excellent choice.  

Be sure to note the sleek exterior lines of the home, with the walls of spacious glass that look out on the very generous view patio.  

 

In addition to the rear of the home, the front of the home has additional curb appeal with its sturdy tree and luscious green grass.  

 

Upon stepping into this desirable home, you are immediately impressed with the expansive living…

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Located high on a hill overlooking the SF Bay area, this stunning home at 7 Woodmont Way in Oakland's Montclair district is truly impressive.  Designed by renowned architect Jack Tam, it is exceedingly spacious, and offers 5 bedrooms and 4 baths, and approximately 5830 sf of living space.  Its multi-level floor plan, imaginative balconies and window placement draw in light and views from every angle.  

The imagination and creativity in this home begins as soon you reach the front entrance.  Note the handsome vertical windows and highly peaked roof with additional skylights .  

The entry hall is equally impressive.  In keeping with the concept of lightness and space, the home offers the dramatic entry floorspace , carpeted stairs  with…

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This handsomely designed home at 123 Sheridan Road in Oakland's Upper Rockridge neighborhood, is defined as a "Contemporary Craftsman", and the stylish designs reflect each of these elements. It offers 5 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths, with 3,376 sf of space. Many of the rooms feature Bay area views.  

The welcoming front room, with a handsome fireplace, and its two charmingly paired window seats, flows gracefully into the formal dining room space.  These light filled rooms are ideal for entertaining, or just a quiet moment next to a warm fire on a cold day.  Note the hardwood floors, which are found throughout the house.  

Just steps away is the kitchen.  It is perfectly located close to the dining room, and, additionally, is accessible to…

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