Buy a houseat 4957 Desmond St, Oakland, CA 94618

Sunlight and spaciousness, graceful lines and quality construction are the hallmarks of this tranquil Temescal home. The front door opens to an elegant foyer large enough to accommodate a cozy seating area. An arched opening allows a formal living room with a fireplace to flow effortlessly into a sunny dining room with coffered ceilings and a built-in buffet. An intimate breakfast nook opens to a large kitchen with access to the main floor laundry room. Floor-to-ceiling built-ins provide ample pantry or linen storage, adjacent to a family room with French doors and a full bath, ideal for a home office. Upstairs, the front-facing primary bedroom includes a closet with vintage built-in storage, and shares a hall bath with two guest bedrooms and a wood-paneled office. This home includes a fully finished basement level, complete with a living area, kitchen and full bath. The basement has a separate entrance and can be closed off from the main house, providing additional income earning potential. This property also has a tenant-occupied 1 bd/1 ba cottage with a garage in the rear. One of Oakland’s most popular neighborhoods, Temescal is known for colorful street fairs and local/small shopping and restaurants. Close to Children’s Hospital, Kaiser, Rockridge and Piedmont Avenue.