586 66th Street
Oakland, CA 94609
$1,449,000
586 66th Street, Oakland, CA 94609
3 BD
2.5 BA
1,525 SF
2008
10,000 SF Lot
HOA $250/mo
About 586 66th Street
Secluded, Eco-Friendly Home In A Lush Garden Setting
Welcome to 586 66th St., an architecturally stunning contemporary home situated in a private garden setting near the Oakland / Berkeley border. Built in 2008, this captivating home was designed by locally acclaimed architect Mike Pitler, of Workshop 1, as his personal residence for himself and his family. With a focus on both integrity and artistry, this stunning, custom home showcases exceptional craftsmanship and high-end finishes while incorporating eco-friendly features that focus on sustainability.
Upon entry, you will be mesmerized by the soaring 9-foot mahogany doors and walls of glass, which seamlessly pull the outdoors in. French doors open to the ipe deck, allowing for easy indoor/outdoor entertaining. The gorgeous chef’s kitchen boasts honed marble countertops, a 36” Blue Star range, Fisher & Paykel fridge, and custom cabinets. The star of the room is the multi-drop bubble pendant light, which twinkle and reflect light throughout the day. Off the kitchen is a den with a custom built-in desk and shelving, making it the perfect spot for reading, writing and typing while working or doing homework.
Upstairs, the primary suite features impressive vaulted ceilings, a walk-in closet with custom shelving, and bright windows that let the light in. The beautifully updated en-suite spa-inspired bathroom with soaking tub invites you to unwind. Two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom offer flexible space for guests, work, or play, and 2nd floor laundry means the kids can easily put their clean clothes away.
Craving outdoor space? You've got it — a pristine ipe deck for sun-soaked afternoons and dining al fresco, plus a cozy covered patio, draped in cafe lights, for late-night gatherings and musings.
Part of a small, 4-home HOA, this special home is minutes away from shopping, cafes and top-rated schools. Pick up groceries from Berkeley Bowl or Whole Foods or take a swim at Lake Temescal; and award-winning Peralta Elementary is just down the street. Although you do not need to leave home to feel like you are in nature, Tilden Regional Park and Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve are nearby for those who love to hike or bike, while Elmwood and Rockridge Bart, shops + dining are just down the road.
Status: Pending
Features & Updates
- Refinished oak floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, 9’ mahogany doors, and designer lighting
- Chef’s kitchen with custom cabinets, honed marble countertops, floating shelves, Fisher & Paykel fridge, 36” BlueStar professional-series gas range, Bosch dishwasher, new faucet, and center island with bar seating
- Primary suite with vaulted ceilings, skylights, ceiling fan, walk-in closet with custom organization system, and en-suite bathroom with spa-like feel, updated vanity and lighting
- Ample storage including custom shoe rack at the entrance, walk-in closets, huge attic with pull-down ladder, bike shed, and tool shed
- Lush garden setting with ipe deck, weathered Corten Steel planter bed, fountain, covered patio with cafe lights, sequoia trees
- E/V charging
- PV solar-electric system
- Powder-based integral pigment cement/plaster siding (never needs painting!)
- New, low VOC interior paint in designer colors
- Recycled insulation
- Tankless water heater
- High-efficiency furnace with electronic air filtration system
- Small, 4-home self-managed HOA with with low dues; dues cover exterior building insurance for all homes. 2 of the owners are original owners!
- Sewer and sidewalk compliant
- Near Ashby and Rockridge BART stations
Take a Tour of 586 66th Street
Location Details
586 66th St is conveniently located at the Berkeley border, near Elmwood and Rockridge. Here are some of our favorite things about the location:
- Starry Plough pub and nightclub has been an East Bay staple since 1973. Enjoy live music, Irish dance and delicious beer.
- Berkeley Bowl Marketplace is an independently owned grocery store featuring organic and natural products.
- Ashby BART is not just for commuting, but is also home to Berkeley’s famous weekly flea market.
- Enjoy a delicious rose latte at Damask Rose, a women-run specialty coffee shop with delicious Mediterranean food.
- No time to cook? Grab a delicious sourdough crust pizza from Nick’s Pizza, and make sure to pick up some bread for the morning.
- Take an Afro-Peruvian or Brazilian dance class at the community supported La Peña Cultural Center.
- The famed Smokehouse is the spot for tasty charbroiled burgers, malted milkshakes and old school vibe.
- Nearby Shotgun Players is fun for a night of “come as you are” live theater.