Nestled in the prestigious, mid-century, Van Buren Tower in the highly desirable Adams Point neighborhood of Oakland, this light, bright, sophisticated condo is a true treasure.
Perched on the 3rd floor on a hill a block from Lake Merritt, this elegantly renovated unit boasts peaceful lake, downtown, and rooftop views. Floor-to-ceiling windows enhance the seamless indoor-outdoor living experience in one of the city’s most walkable areas.
Adorned with beautiful high-grade laminate flooring throughout, the living area and kitchen flow effortlessly together. The kitchen, open and inviting, features a breakfast bar, stylish granite counters and cabinetry, new chrome fixtures and stainless appliances, and ample cabinet space — making it ideal for chefs of any skill level to entertain.
The spacious bedroom includes a generous closet and access to the balcony, perfect for a quiet read or relaxing moments. A sizable, refined bath features granite counters, updated fixtures, a separate vanity and a large closet to stow linens and other bath needs.
The Van Buren Tower is a responsibly managed and very well maintained community. It offers numerous amenities: a gated garage with an assigned parking space, app-driven community laundry facilities, electronically keyed and coded elevators, additional on-site locked storage, a common area lobby and outdoor terraces, and a gated bike storage. It’s also pet-friendly and has EV charging stations available.
The location is unbeatable. Discover the vibrant local culinary scene with highly-rated restaurants, bars, and cafes like Lake Chalet, Grand Lake Kitchen, 389, Comal, Mama, and many more.
For groceries, Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s are just a short walk away, and the Oakland weekly farmer’s market offers fresh produce and artisanal goods. Enjoy the outdoors at nearby Lake Merritt and world-class Redwood Regional parks. Commute-wise, the location is exceptionally central, just minutes from the 580 freeway, BART, and local and Trans-Bay bus lines.
This home is located within a designated Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) neighborhood, making it eligible for various beneficial financing options and incentives which may include: a lower interest rate; as low as 3% down requirements; no PMI; up to 1.25% credit toward closing costs, etc.