55 Templar Pl Oakland, CA 94618

Truly Special Upper Rockridge 1938 New England Bungalow. Convenient commutes, top-rated Hillcrest K-8 & near hip ‘hoods (Rockridge/Montclair) yet tucked away on cul-de-sac. Stroll beneath gorgeous rose arbor on brick walk over expansive lawn, under wisteria arbor to sheltered entry. Period touches: lovely front door, paned windows, h/w floors, built-ins, etc. Open foyer with coat closet. Floods of light through quad bay window in deep living room with marble fireplace, built-ins. Opposite dining room features a charming arched niche, door to kitchen: checkerboard b/w floor, new white quartz counters, cabinets (pantry), s/s appliances, breakfast nook, door to backyard. Foyer stairs lead to your bedroom retreat: both bedrooms upstairs have paned windows, cedar-lined closets; primary has corner view windows, door to bath: original tile, pink tub, shower, linen cupboard. Downstairs (ext access): laundry with storage, 3rd bedroom & bath (pedestal sink & stall shower) & a fabulous light-filled family room with terra cotta tiles & French doors to patio. The back gardens provide a plethora of entertaining/hangout spaces: decomposed granite patio with green views off kitchen, outdoor living room off family room, brick patio for reading a good book, mature trees, driveway & detached shed.