A sanctuary in the city, this renovated 4+BD/2BA craftsman offers exceptional two-story indoor/outdoor living with an urban oasis backyard and views of downtown Oakland. Set back from the street, the 1680 sqft home welcomes you with an enclosed porch with views of the Oakland skyline. The spacious flexible living and dining area boasts an electric insert fireplace, gorgeous hardwood floors, and mullioned windows. Perfect flow leads to the upgraded eat-in kitchen with laundry area. Through the sliding glass door, step into the backyard for true California living. Dine al fresco, play on the grass, and enjoy the fruit of the huge trees in this wonderful outdoor space with both sun and shade. Back inside, the first floor is complete with a full bath flanked by two large bedrooms, while upstairs two more bedrooms share a full bath. Both have sliding glass doors onto a long balcony overlooking the yard, creating more indoor/outdoor living. The primary bedroom also offers 2 closets and an alcove. Above the large one car garage, find another room ready as another office, workshop, playroom, or storage. Out your front door, enjoy Lake Merritt, downtown Oakland, the Grand Lake district's shopping, dining, movies, and farmers' market, & easy commuting with 580, transbay buses, or BART.