2255 Ransom Ave, Oakland, CA 94601

3 bedroom 1 bathroom house for rent in the Fruitvale area of Oakland (the Harrington District). The house is a sunny 1916 Craftsman bungalow with big windows in every room (but the bathroom), hardwood floors in the living room, dining room and bedrooms, tile in the kitchen and bathroom. The house is approximately 1200 square feet, plus storage and laundry areas. The neighborhood is diverse and friendly. Each bedroom has a large closet. Beautifully functional kitchen with custom built fir cabinets, soapstone and butcher block countertops, and Italian tile flooring, with a separate pantry for extra storage. The backyard is fairly large and private and has raised beds for gardening with fruit trees as well as plenty of space to hang out. Large storage area in the basement with shelving and a secure bike rack. There is a laundry room with washer and drier near the storage area. The house has been recently insulated throughout so is cozy, and there is a gas fireplace in the dining area. Each bedroom has a Steibel electric wall heater. Solar hot water heater and photovoltaic panels on the roof help keep utility bills low. The Fruitvale Bart Station is a 20 minute walk away. No smoking, no dogs or cats. Not wheelchair accessible. There is a separate apartment in the basement that is occupied by our adult son who is very private but friendly. He will share the outdoor space as well as the laundry and storage area, and acts as property manager. No smoking allowed.