274 Jayne Ave, Oakland, CA 94610

This Adams Point home is an architectural dream 274 Jayne Avenue, Oakland Not Accepting Communal Living Arrangements Discover this exceptionally well-maintained and modestly-updated Adams Point home conveniently located between Grand Avenue and Highway 580. A very short distance to Lake Merritt. This craftsman home was built in 1911, is a comfortable two-story home has five bedrooms, 3 baths and approximately 2554 interior sqft. sitting on an 4000 sqft lot. There is a partially finished basement that makes for a workshop or exercise studio. The basement is not accessible from the interior. Through another basement door is the shared laundry. There are level gardens, front patio, and a rear patio providing abundant space for outdoor living and entertaining in a somewhat tranquil setting. There is a separate rear duplex with a studio and one bedroom currently rented. They have a separate patio away from the house. While this house offers the one-of-a-kind charm of an original Adams Point home, complete with authentic architectural details, there are tasteful modern updates throughout that balance ease of living for today's lifestyle. The layout and functionality are perfect. The entry to the main living area is nearly level-in. The main floor living area is painted in fresh designer colors, has both coved and beautiful box-beam wood ceilings, along with beautiful window trim that is accentuated by original red oak hardwood floors. This floor accesses a large living room with a wide stone fireplace, a detailed mantle with built-in book cases on either side. The dining room has a detailed box-beam ceiling painted in authentic 1900's renaissance. The dining room flows into a sunny study over-looking the rear yard and passes to the kitchen that is a mix of modern and authentic detail. The focal point of the kitchen is its spaciousness. There is excellent cabinet and counter space. Amenities include granite counter top, stainless appliances, dishwasher, disposal, full size refrigerator, gas range, modern cabinets that offer a huge amount of storage. The kitchen is large enough for a table and set under modern lighting fixtures. To the rear of the house is an Au Pair with full bath and bedroom. Near the front entry there is closet area under the staircase leading to the upstairs which was used as a phone closet back in the day, now used as a coat/storage closet. The entire first floor has excellent natural lighting through the many original casement windows. All the fine details to construction, including the oak floors, solid wood doors, casement windows and large fireplace, will take your breath away. Ascending the front inside entry staircase to the upper level, you are greeted by 5 bedrooms, 2 baths, and spacious bedroom and hallway closet space. Again, the attention to detail is outstanding. Natural sunlight is abundant through the many windows. The rear yard has a open patio shaded by a large redwood tree. This area is perfect a setting for grilling, chilling, or sipping ice tea on a sunny day. This elegant and spacious home, with a bright and airy aspect, must be experienced from the inside! Old growth wood moldings, red oak hardwood floors, and turn of the century craftsmanship make this home exceptional on many levels. Beautiful oak hardwood floors throughout the home give a level of sophisticated warmth. The entryway opens to the large foyay leading to the living room, dining room, kitchen and upstairs. All the bathrooms have been updated ever so nicely. The generous sized eat-in kitchen has big cabinets, and modern appliances. All of the bedrooms enjoy excellent natural lighting and ample storage. Two tandem parking spots are included. Yes, location is everything: Shopping and dining in the Grand Avenue and Lakeshore Districts as well as downtown Oakland is just down the road. Nearby, the Lake Merritt, Temescal and Tilden Regional Recreation areas offer access to biking, hiking and swimming. This home is less than 8 miles from UC Berkeley. PIXAR, Bayer, Kaiser, Summitt and Alta Bates Hospitals are all within an easy drive. Downtown Berkeley and Oakland are 5 to 15 minutes close by. There is excellent transit availability on Grand Avenue, Broadway and MacArthur. Commuters will appreciate the easy access to the downtown Oakland BART station. Don't miss this rare opportunity to reside in a truly classic Adams Point home! Top location Located on an 4000 sqft. lot Turn of the century red oak hardwood floors throughout, along with solid wood crown moldings. Large sunny living room with hardwood floors has an ambiance of warmth. Updated Antique style double pane casement windows and light fixtures create a feeling of originality. Central living room fireplace and large windows looking into the front yard make you feel as though you have traveled back to a time when there were less worries. Formal dining room brings in pleasant natural light from many double pane windows The front and rear yards are tastefully landscaped and professionally maintained Main level has formal entry to living and dining rooms, kitchen, au-pair with full bath, and study. Kitchen has modern appliances, excellent counter and cabinet space Upper floor has five bedrooms and two full baths The separate basement area has additional storage Great use of rear outdoor space for entertaining. Front yard garden area is landscaped The many windows around this home bring in wonderful natural light There are spacious closets and ample storage throughout Paint colors are done in soft neutral tones Shared washer and dryer on lower level Off-street parking for one vehicle Built in 1911. According to public records, square footage is 2554 and lives spaciously. Many religious denominations and houses of worship nearby Walk score high 80's Lakeshore and Grand Avenue shops, restaurants, dentists, doctors, grocery markets and farmers market Tenant pays gas electric (PG&E), water (EBMUD), cable, phone Owner will pay waste management service and gardening Tenant to provide renters insurance No pets accepted for this rental No smoking allowed in or on the property No communal living arrangement, subletting Force air gas furnace Application will be emailed upon request Requested monthly rent is $5500. Security deposit $11,000. For a private viewing, schedule a showing with the with Frank Hennefer broker/property manager. Call show contact info CA DRE 00852682 Application fee $45 per applicant. Tenants pay utilities