324 Forest St Oakland, CA 94618

Welcome home to this 4BR/2BA quintessential brown shingle Craftsman home in the heart of Rockridge! Historic details await: spacious front porch, tapered Craftsman columns and geometric vertical window grilles. Entry & formal living room offer built-in bench seating, central fireplace and amazing natural light. Through the pocket-doors into the dining room, striking elements include built-ins with stained glass, wainscoting and exposed-beam ceiling. Architect-designed chef?s kitchen is fabulous & functional with farmhouse sink, stone counters, stainless-steel appliances, island with bar-top seating and copious counter space. The standard for California indoor/outdoor flow is set with access to the backyard through the kitchen or adjacent family room. Additional main floor amenities include laundry & homework nook, primary bedroom with adjoining bath and study/home office accessed from the foyer. Open staircase up to second level reveals three bedrooms and large hall bath with custom tile & walk-in shower. Peaceful backyard has multiple vignettes: wrap-around deck, meandering pathway through lush vegetation and detached artist's studio/workshop. Proximity to Rockridge BART, Market Hall & numerous shops/restaurants; Elmwood, Piedmont Ave, Temescal, UC Berkeley, freeways & hiking