2289 Melvin Rd #COTTAGE, Oakland, CA 94602

Charming cottage overlooking a wooded canyon with peekaboo bay view and great privacy. Take possession now or in February and only pay half-month's rent of $1125. Act now before cottage is gone! One-bedroom, two-story stand-alone cottage on a cul-de-sac. Perfect retreat from the busy city. Upstairs has carpeted bedroom with vaulted ceiling and lots of light, bathroom (shower with view), walk-in closet, and a small private deck with views. Downstairs has the kitchen and living area. Includes gas stove, refrigerator, washer, dryer. Watch and hear the red-tail hawks from your secluded deck! Natural gas heating. Montclair and Woodminster shopping districts about one mile away. Near Redwood Regional Park, Joaquin Miller Park, Chabot Regional Park, Chabot Space and Science Center, and Woodminster outdoor theatre. Near I-580 and route 13 Warren Freeway (There's no freeway noise, due to intervening ridge). Send email for showing appointments. Put "Blue Cottage" in the subject and be sure to include your phone number. Terms: 1-year lease, non-smokers only. Sorry, no dogs, but one cat is okay. Credit check and good references required. Cottage registered with Oakland rent control. 1st month half price! Owner pays water & garbage; tenant pays PG&E gas & electricity.