651 Alcatraz Ave

Old-world charm abounds in this elegant, traditional 2-story home and attached accessory unit. Gracious stained glass windows, coved and box-beamed ceilings, pocket doors, & a striking staircase lend a sense of the thoughtful craftsmanship of its era. The formal living & dining rooms at the main level are bright and spacious with gleaming hardwood floors. The kitchen is charming and farmhouse in style. It is quite large and offers excellent transformation potential. A main level bedroom allows flexible use. It's perfect for a home office, guest room or media room. Three other bedrooms are in the upper story of the home. Two are so generously proportioned you ll struggle with which to use as the primary bedroom. For those wishing to combine the house and ADU, there is potential interior access. The sunny & peaceful ADU is perched at the top level of the house accessible from the back of the home. The backyard is a lush serene oasis, fully fenced and thoughtfully landscaped for privacy, entertaining, enjoyment of nature. A deep driveway offers room for multiple vehicles. This home is located in the desirable Bushrod neighborhood of North Oakland at the Berkeley border. Just a short distance to, Elmwood & Rockridge dining/shopping & Ashby BART. Peralta Elem