4109 Culver St, Oakland, CA 94619

Striking Mediterranean bungalow with sun-drenched rooms and lush backyard oasis. This 2 bedroom, 1 1/4 bath home sits on a terrific block in the Allendale neighborhood and near all Laurel amenities with a WalkScore® of 82. After a long day, come home to a private retreat in your own backyard including a spa. If you feel like sharing, invite friends to enjoy an al fresco dining experience under the spacious pergola surrounded by a lovingly curated abundance of fruit trees and happy flora. Classic details of the Mediterranean-style fireplace and nooks have been left intact, and you'll find the modern convenience of an updated eat-in kitchen and Carrara marble bathroom. The home is actually a split level:  few steps up or down are the peaceful second bedroom in the back and a lower level plus room with a quarter bath, laundry, cabinetry and utility sink for your projects. The door opens to your backyard sanctuary. As much as you'll love the home, you'll enjoy the strong sense of community on the block. The neighborhood association is strong and has annual gatherings and progressive dinners. Did I mention nearby amenities? Super convenient to all the wonderful restaurants and cafes like Sequoia Diner, Communite Table and Degrees Plato Tap Room. For the home there's boutique shops like Therapy and the ever handy neighborhood Ace Hardware. Convenient to transportation - the bus to BART stops at the corner, there's a casual carpool nearby and easy access to I-580. Notable features: -Remodeled Carrera marble bathroom -Updated eat-in kitchen with stainless steel fridge and new Kovastone counter (2018) -Newly refinished matchstick hardwood floors (2018) -Designer paint colors throughout -Long driveway with off street parking for up to 3 cars -Converted garage for art/yoga studio or ample storage -Extensive seismic retrofit in 2003 -Updated electric and plumbing systems -Sewer lateral compliant