5164 Shafter Avenue, Oakland, Ca.

Shelter in this place and thrive.  Small, utilitarian and charming Craftsman style cottage originally built in 1920 with old Redwood “bones”, period details. Updated electrical panel, modern kitchen appliances, custom tiling in kitchen and full bath.  Remodeled garage creates extra living space for guests, workout room, office, etc.  Full footprint remodeled attic loft opens to dining room below with beautiful Velux skylight overlooking back garden. Windows and back door have laminated sound control glass to mute exterior noise.  Rear deck with redwood hot tub looks out onto beautiful, truly special and spacious back yard with Fuyu persimmon, Pippin apple, Meyer lemon tree and raised beds with irrigation system in place.  Ready for solar panels on roof.  Electric car charger at driveway parking space.  Basement, continuous with garage remodeled space, with washer, dryer, utility sink and  storage space.  This special little house may possibly be used as a one and a half bath, two bedroom home.