What will you love most? All the bonus space or the rich Craftsman details or the big backyard? 2715 61st Avenue in Oakland’s lower Mills neighborhood is an exceptional 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home that includes a sunny downstairs bonus space with a kitchenette, extra rooms and a private entrance – perfect for an in-law or au pair unit, home office, playroom, exercise studio, wine cellar, you name it! This original Craftsman was built in 1915, and your first impression will be the charming curb appeal. An inviting front porch leads into a spacious living room, where a wood-burning stone fireplace is the ultimate centerpiece. The Arts & Crafts movement rejected small, boxy rooms, so the living and dining rooms here form one large flowing space perfect for gatherings. Craftsman homes also are renowned for their rich wood detailing, and this house is no exception with its beautiful hardwood floors and milled trim around windows, doors, and passageways. The dining room includes a built-in buffet, glass-front cabinets, and an oversized window that puts the focus on natural light. An updated kitchen, 2 bedrooms, and a full bathroom round out the first level.

The expansive lower level features a kitchenette with stainless steel appliances, eating area, full bathroom, and 2 versatile bedrooms. This bonus space provided rental income for the previous owners, but it also suits multi-generational living, a home office/studio, or family den. It has its own access to the home's sunny backyard – an oasis with mature trees, a lush lawn, and patio. With summer coming, the yard is your go-to place to play, BBQ, and garden. Are you a bit of an urban farmer? There's a chicken coop, plus meyer lemon, pomegranate, pineapple guava, and passionfruit plantings. This 5,500 sq. ft. lot provides many delicious surprises!

2715 61st Ave. is located in the convenient lower Mills area, also known as the Frick neighborhood, near Mills College and just minutes from BART, I-580, and the many amenities on Foothill Boulevard and Bancroft Avenue.