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$849,000

If these walls could talk, they would tell you about the quiet mornings a bestselling author spent right here, working through the pages of his next book. This Victor Avenue home was the place where acclaimed Oakland author Tommy Orange and his family finally made it back to the city that raised him, moving in during 2022 just before welcoming their second child. Tommy was born and raised in Oakland, between the Dimond and Glenview districts, and even spent time down the street from this very home as a child. Within these walls he finished Wandering Stars, the celebrated follow up to his Pulitzer Prize finalist debut, There There, and sold his third book while living here. In 2025, after being named a MacArthur Fellow, one of the highest honors an American writer can receive, he was filmed in this very house for the foundation's archival record. As Tommy put it himself, this is a home of fabulous neighbors, real community, and so much charm inside and out, warm and inviting, close to two freeways yet tucked away from the everyday hustle. Beyond its story, the house holds its own. Light and bright throughout with tall ceilings and warm hardwood floors, it offers two plus spacious bedrooms, a formal dining room for the meals that matter, and a sweet corner nook in the kitchen made for coffee and quiet thinking. A bathroom full of original charm, a flexible bonus space, and a one car garage round out the home, while the yard invites play, gathering, or simply sitting outside and letting a good idea grow. Highlights include: Once home to celebrated author Tommy Orange during the writing of his New York Times bestseller Wandering Stars Light and bright interior with tall ceilings and warm hardwood floors throughout Two plus spacious bedrooms and a bathroom full of original character Formal dining room perfect for gathering with friends and family Charming corner kitchen nook made for coffee and conversation Flexible bonus space, ideal for a home office, studio, or den One car garage AC, Seismic Retrofitting, Sewer compliant, updated throughout and more Private yard made for play, relaxing, or outdoor inspiration Convenient access to two freeways while tucked away from everyday foot traffic A rare opportunity to own a piece of Oakland literary history in a warm and welcoming neighborhood

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 41147027 MLS

3530 Victor Ave, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Negar Souza from Red Oak Realty. 510-543-7016

$799,000

Discover a peaceful, updated Mediterranean bungalow in Oakland's gorgeous Redwood Heights. Graceful from entryway to outdoor living, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers thoughtful touches of charm, convenience, and beauty. With landscaped front and back yards and the neighboring Certified Wildlife Habitat, 3714 High St comes carefully wrapped in nature for your delight. It’s many picture windows, rear French doors, and open layout invite endless light and garden views. For a little added inspiration, take in views of the SF skyline from the front porch. Upgraded 200amp electrical service makes this home EV charger-ready, and then some. Brand new Bosch & Electrolux appliances streamline daily life with style. The detached garden studio ideal for home office, gym, or workshop only expands the number of ways to harness this home's amenities. Sewer lateral compliant. Seismic retrofits. Dual-pane windows throughout. *Bonus: immediately accessible to SF transbay transportation and the vibrant heart of the Laurel District with restaurants, breweries, cafes, art, family festivities, health and wellness, and more. www.3714high.com

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 41143604 MLS

3714 High St, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Ku'ulani Imira from Corcoran Icon Properties. 510-290-2829