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Fabulous Laurel Farmhouse
$899,000
4020 Maybelle Avenue,
Oakland
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Lorri Rosenberg Arazi
Lorri Rosenberg Arazi
Talk about "Home, Sweet Home!"
Upon entering one of the original homes of Oakland’s bucolic Laurel neighborhood, 4020 Maybelle Avenue envelopes the visitor in a sense of pastoral calm. Sunshine streams in from all 4 exposures, illuminating warm plaster walls and gleaming wooden floors. The home’s expansive country kitchen, which has been updated in keeping with the era in which it was built, offers generous cabinetry, a vintage stove, and space for casual dining. The main level is made complete with 2 bedrooms and a handsomely remodeled bathroom.
A staircase leads one down to a perhaps unexpected lower level. To the right, one finds oneself in a delightful guest suite made up of an ultra-charming sitting room, a bedroom with walk-in closet, a generously sized bathroom with a wall of art tile, and the home’s second kitchen. There’s even a separate entrance to the suite! To the left of the stairs is an over-sized laundry room and bonus space with room for a home office, a craft area, or all of the above! Also on this level is the door to the rear patio which is encircled by flowering vines and a climbing rose bush, as well as pomegranate, avocado, grapefruit, and lemon trees. Beyond the storage shed is further garden space in which to grow veggies or perhaps raise chickens, as well as a carport.
Just a few blocks away is the neighborhood commercial district with the raved-about Farmer Joe’s Marketplace, the much-beloved Laurel Ace Hardware store and a raft of excellent eateries: Ghost Town Brewing, Sequoia Diner, Jo’s Modern Thai, Phnom Penh, and Golondrinas Mexican Grill, to name but a few!
A staircase leads one down to a perhaps unexpected lower level. To the right, one finds oneself in a delightful guest suite made up of an ultra-charming sitting room, a bedroom with walk-in closet, a generously sized bathroom with a wall of art tile, and the home’s second kitchen. There’s even a separate entrance to the suite! To the left of the stairs is an over-sized laundry room and bonus space with room for a home office, a craft area, or all of the above! Also on this level is the door to the rear patio which is encircled by flowering vines and a climbing rose bush, as well as pomegranate, avocado, grapefruit, and lemon trees. Beyond the storage shed is further garden space in which to grow veggies or perhaps raise chickens, as well as a carport.
Just a few blocks away is the neighborhood commercial district with the raved-about Farmer Joe’s Marketplace, the much-beloved Laurel Ace Hardware store and a raft of excellent eateries: Ghost Town Brewing, Sequoia Diner, Jo’s Modern Thai, Phnom Penh, and Golondrinas Mexican Grill, to name but a few!
Floor Plan
Floor plan
A Bit about the Laurel Neighborhood
The Laurel District represents a distinctive Oakland neighborhood with a rich residential history that reflects the city's diverse urban development. The area derives its name from the abundant California laurel trees that once characterized the landscape, creating a natural backdrop to the neighborhood's growth.
MacArthur Boulevard serves as the neighborhood's primary transportation and commercial corridor, offering residents a diverse range of dining, shopping, and essential services. Along the residential streets, the area is known for exceptionally deep lots leading to an atmosphere of urban farming and backyard gardens overflowing with homegrown produce!
The nearby Laurel Elementary School and Laurel Playground provide critical community anchors, creating spaces that support local family life and recreational activities. Proximity to both Dimond and Redwood Parks offers additional green space and outdoor opportunities that enhance the neighborhood's livability.
The neighborhood's architectural landscape tells a compelling story of Oakland's residential evolution. Homes dating from the early to mid-20th century feature a mix of architectural styles, including modest bungalows and post-World War II developments that reflect the area's working-class roots. Careful maintenance and periodic renovations have preserved the neighborhood's distinctive residential character.
What distinguishes the Laurel District is its remarkable sense of community and urban resilience. Bounded by significant transportation corridors and featuring carefully maintained residential streets, the neighborhood represents a distinctive living experience that captures the best of Oakland's diverse residential traditions. From local community events to direct access to essential amenities, the Laurel District offers residents a residential environment that blends historical depth, community spirit, and urban convenience.
MacArthur Boulevard serves as the neighborhood's primary transportation and commercial corridor, offering residents a diverse range of dining, shopping, and essential services. Along the residential streets, the area is known for exceptionally deep lots leading to an atmosphere of urban farming and backyard gardens overflowing with homegrown produce!
The nearby Laurel Elementary School and Laurel Playground provide critical community anchors, creating spaces that support local family life and recreational activities. Proximity to both Dimond and Redwood Parks offers additional green space and outdoor opportunities that enhance the neighborhood's livability.
The neighborhood's architectural landscape tells a compelling story of Oakland's residential evolution. Homes dating from the early to mid-20th century feature a mix of architectural styles, including modest bungalows and post-World War II developments that reflect the area's working-class roots. Careful maintenance and periodic renovations have preserved the neighborhood's distinctive residential character.
What distinguishes the Laurel District is its remarkable sense of community and urban resilience. Bounded by significant transportation corridors and featuring carefully maintained residential streets, the neighborhood represents a distinctive living experience that captures the best of Oakland's diverse residential traditions. From local community events to direct access to essential amenities, the Laurel District offers residents a residential environment that blends historical depth, community spirit, and urban convenience.
Lorri Rosenberg Arazi
Historic Properties Specialist
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