Redwood Heights Charmer

Built in 1938 by contractor Benjamin F. Kopf, 3357 Guido is well designed and perfectly positioned in the coveted Redwood Heights neighborhood of Oakland.

The interior of the home has gracious and traditional living spaces, arched doorways, oak floors, lovely natural light and dual pane windows throughout. The living room has a front bay of windows, a wood-burning fireplace with decorative dentil moulding and preserved brick work. The dining room opens to the living room but also connects to the kitchen by an original swing door. The eat-in kitchen has been updated with modern quartz counters, stainless appliances, a gas range, ample cabinetry and a charming breakfast nook. Throughout the house the original built-ins serve many of the rooms, with decorative  glass fronts and corner cabinetry. On the main level are all three bedrooms and an updated full bath with double vanity and tiled shower/tub. The lower level opens to an expansive backyard that has the second full bath and a knotty pine rumpus room. There is also a large laundry room and storage room as well as interior access from the garage. The garden spaces of this home are enchanting, they have been lovingly landscaped, with mature trees, seasonal flowers and shrubs, a lawn area and patio spaces for you to enjoy year round. 

This home is being sold by just the second owner, with that it comes to its new caretakers with its original charm and timeless character.

Redwood Heights is a close-knit neighborhood that has an annual block sale in June, a big Halloween celebration, summer family films in Recreation Center park. There is also an active neighborhood association that works to improve and beautify Redwood Heights and an esteemed public elementary school.

Manzanita

Korean dogwood Yellow

 Pink rose bushes

Mature fuji tree

 Dwarf non-fruiting olive tree

Dwarf magnolia 

Mature yellow magnolia

 Japanese maple 

Jasmine vine on patio arbor 

Vegetable planter box 

California Lilac

 Mature jacaranda 

Japanese azalea 

Japanese bloodgrass