2752 78Th Ave, Oakland 2752 78th Ave 2752 78th Ave

This charming 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom California Bungalow in Oakland’s Eastmont neighborhood features 868 Sq Ft of living space in the main house plus an extra “in-law” cottage on the 3,724 Sq Ft lot. The rest of the main house’s floor plan includes a living room with wood-burning fireplace, a spacious eat-in kitchen with all stainless steel appliances, and a separate laundry room. Throughout the home you’ll find double-pane windows, sun-drenched spaces, modern updates, and ample storage space. The bonus unit features its own full bath, kitchenette, and open living space. The rest of the property boasts a large patio, lawn and garden spaces, storage shed, and a canopied driveway that can fit 2-3 cars.

2752 78th Ave is nestled in the middle of sunny residential block in Eastmont. Being between Bancroft and MacArthur Avenues––supermarkets, schools, and other conveniences are just blocks away. The home’s location also makes for a convenient commute: there is easy access to Highways 580, Coliseum BART just minutes away, and the neighborhood is serviced by Buses 40, 45, 57, 73, 98, 356, 638, 657, 680, 805, and NL.

The entrance to the main house opens up into the living room. Lined with hardwood floors and cornered by two large windows, the living room is a bright, airy space throughout the entire day. At night, you’re sure to enjoy the wood-burning fireplace, which is surrounded by a white brick hearth and mantle for a country-home feel.

From here, the home flows back into the expansive eat-in kitchen. Recently updated, the kitchen boasts granite countertops, stainless appliances (including a double-door fridge, gas stove, and built in microwave), tile floors for easy clean-up, and wood cabinetry in a natural finish. There is ample space for a large dining table, and the space is well-lit from two windows. Beyond the kitchen, at the rear of the house is the laundry/mud room, which features a washer/dryer, tile floors, plenty of room for extra storage, and access to the backyard.

The main house features 3 bedrooms. The first bedroom is at the front of the house and has wall-to-wall carpeting for comfort, a ceiling fan, and windows on two walls for all-day natural light. The second bedroom is just across the hall; it too has a ceiling fan, but uniquely has sleek hardwood floors and direct access to the home’s updated full bathroom The third bedroom is at the very back of the house. Like the rest of the bedrooms, it’s extremely versatile, and could easily serve as a family room, media room, study, or playroom.

The same goes for the “in-law cottage” in the backyard, which is fully equipped with its own full bathroom (with a shower-tub), living space, and tiled kitchenette. Besides housing a family member, the cottage could be rented out, or used as a home office, fitness center, art studio, additional family room, or whatever else you can dream up.

The rest of the backyard is sun-drenched and breezy. It boasts a patio, lawn and garden space, and additional storage shed. That means it’s the perfect place to play, grill, lounge, and dine al fresco. The front yard, meanwhile, is paved for easy maintenance, and just waiting for a garden of potted plants and herbs.