1600 Vista St #NA, Oakland, CA 94602

Tons of original details and charm, this spacious (approximately 1300 SF) bungalow has a private redwood deck abutting Dimond Park and is just blocks away from a small shopping/dining district on Park Blvd. Located in the sought-after Glenview residential neighborhood, the home is also easily accessible to Dimond, Montclair Village, and the myriad of recreation opportunities afforded by the East Bay hills. The living space is open and airy and all rooms have multiple windows providing a bright and sunny interior throughout. The home is all on street level apart from the garage, which is below grade. The laundry room is shared with a tenant who lives in a small apartment below the home. GENERAL HOME DETAILS: Period details including picture-hanging molding, lots of built-in cabinetry (including a corner window seat!), stepped ceilings, solid wood 5-panel doors, and solid wood trim and tall baseboards throughout. Hardwood floors in main living area and bedrooms (tile in bathroom, linoleum in kitchen, and a composite/industrial surface in laundry area). Freshly painted walls throughout. Fireplace in living room is fully functional Private redwood deck has the feel of a treehouse, nestled among the trees. Forced air heating throughout (except laundry room) Ample (tandem) parking for two (or three small) cars, plus street parking. Garage is present but is best used for storage as it is too narrow for most modern cars and also located at the bottom of a steeply sloped driveway. Home has been lovingly maintained by the owner for over 40 years. MAIN LIVING AREA: Spacious living area includes interconnected, but separate rooms (living/dining/foyer) Large foyer with floor-to-ceiling built-in shelves. Formal dining room with built-ins. Fireplace in living room is fully functional and safe and can be used in accordance with Bay Area Air Quality Management District's rules (not allowed during "spare the air" alert days which can occur year-round). KITCHEN/LAUNDRY Eat-in kitchen has not been updated recently, but is very functional, and has ample counter/cabinet storage, and even room for a kitchen island if desired. Gas stove with hood vent, refrigerator, and nearly new dishwasher. Redwood deck and partially enclosed laundry room/area (has three walls and roof) are accessible off the kitchen. This room contains a brand new washer and electric dryer (which is also shared by tenant in apartment below). Washer and dryer have been purchased and are scheduled to be delivered on 7/25. Areas in the laundry room, apart from machines themselves, are for the sole use of tenants in this apartment (it is large enough for gym equipment or a stationery bike for example) BEDROOMS/BATH: Three bedrooms all have large closets and two windows. One of the bedrooms has a full wall of built-in storage (drawers, shelves, hanging area), and L-shaped built-in window seat with hidden storage areas beneath. Full bath with tile floor, and new glass shower enclosure. Additional storage available in hallway connecting bedrooms. THE BUILDING: The home is an apartment or "flat" since the building is technically a duplex. There is one other unit (a small one-bedroom) located on the basement level at the back and lower level of the house. The other building occupant has sole access to the portion of the lower yard behind a separate fenced entrance to the left of the house. There is a large covered front porch that is for the sole use of this apartment The garage is located at the end of a long driveway. It is too narrow for most modern cars but could be used for storage or a project/art/studio space. The garage has no windows but there are a few built-in shelves present. SHARED AREA: Laundry machines (tenant in lower apartment has access to use the machines via exterior steps) Lower unit access is through gate/fenced area on the left-hand side of the house. There is no yard access for this unit. COMMUNITY/NEIGHBORHOOD: This is one of Oakland's most sought after neighborhoods, with lovely parks, and some of Oakland's best schools. Close to Montclair, Piedmont, easy access to Lake Merritt and Downtown Oakland yet also far enough away to feel peaceful/quiet and without all the hustle and bustle. This is a quiet, neighborhood with single family homes where you can also walk to the independent shops/restaurants on Park Blvd and Fruitvale Ave., or catch the casual carpool (pre Covid) or Transbay bus within blocks. Also: Locally owned independent grocery store (Farmer Joe's) and national chain Safeway within blocks in the Dimond District. Excellent Dimond branch public library Located 2 blocks from Dimond park which has picnic/BBQ areas that can be reserved online, creekside hiking/walking paths, play structures, community-based yoga and Tai Chi, and a public pool and recreation center (currently closed due to Covid). Easy access to Highways 580, 13, and 24. Walkscore.com walk score of 77: "very walkable" VIEWING THE HOME: Please check out the virtual tour videos we made via our Dropbox page (will be available on 7/25 - check back!): 1) Apartment interior 2) Laundry/deck/studio access 3) Driveway/Garage If you remain interested in the home, contact Audrey to schedule an appointment for an in-person viewing. Covid rules during your walk-through: The property manager will meet you outside, the door will be open and it will be a self-led tour so that only people in your party will be inside the home at one time. Masks must be worn or you will not be permitted to enter the home. Only one family/group is allowed in at a time, and showings are on the hour and on the half. If you miss your 30 minute window, you will not be rescheduled (unless notified/rescheduled in advance) Due to the high demand, please let us know if you will be missing/cancelling your appointment. TERMS: To move in, sign 1-year lease and pay security deposit equivalent to 1 month's rent. Tenant pays for electricity (including shared laundry) and gas (including lower apartment wall heater; this quirky setup has been figured into monthly pricing); owner pays for water and garbage. Tenant is responsible for: Wifi, cable, landline phone service (if desired) and alarm monitoring (if desired). Non-smokers only. One or two cats ok with additional deposit ($500 per pet) and monthly fee ($25/month per pet)