679 28th St Oakland, CA 94608

Set in a dynamic, authentically urban pocket, the neighborhood mixes a bit of grit-balanced by beauty and community. ??A Buddhist temple ?just accross the street fills the air with the soft scent of incense and gentle chimes, offering a daily sense of calm. Down the street, an urban farm brings fresh life, bees and greenery. At the end of the block, the ?OUSD food campus is alive with purpose-growing, harvesting, and preparing nourishing meals both indoors and out. This well-loved home radiates warmth, color, and charm. Rich in original details, thoughtfully infused with playful, contemporary touches?. ?Timeless character meets vibrant, urban living. The ?main floor ?features stunning mahogany inlaid floors?, two spacious bedrooms, a full bath?, large kitchen? and a versatile bonus room that opens onto a private patio and lush garden. Step outside and you'll find yourself transported-twinkling lights shimmer overhead while wind chimes create a gentle, soothing soundtrack in your own secluded retreat. Upstairs, the light-filled flat feels like a creative sanctuary. ?A colorful, airy atmosphere makes every room feel uplifting. The spacious bathroom features a double-sink vanity and an expansiv?e shower ?with a unique stone bench. A?n office?/third bedroom or art studio-with its own half bath-leads to a sunny deck where you can unwind with a glass of wine while taking in city lights. The garden is nothing short of magical. A thriving oasis filled with blooming flowers, a lemon tree, blueberry bushes, strawberries, and abundant succulents, inviting you to slow down and savor the moment. Beneath the wisteria-covered pagoda, you'll find a shaded haven of privacy and beauty. As evening falls, gather around the fire pit with friends, surrounded by soft light and laughter-and let the outside world simply melt away. This is more than a home. It's a feeling-and a place where contrast creates something truly special.? Imagine? living ?here!