SOLD
5508 Merriewood Drive
Oakland CA 94611

Listed at $1,195,000 · Sold for $1,420,000

A simply spectacular setting. Live amongst the trees while being super close to downtown Montclair. Stylishly updated over time this lovely two-story, three bedroom, two bath home is bathed in natural light. The main level is an open floor plan with two skylights. Banks of windows on three of the four sides, each set framing a gorgeous outdoor view. Wide plank light oak wood flooring throughout the lower level and classic oak flooring on the upper level. French doors lead outside from the vaulted ceiling in the living and dining area. These doors access the wrap-around deck and the first of three outdoor garden options. Chef’s kitchen has handsome stone counters and a tiled backsplash. Above the farmhouse sink, there is a set of windows that look outside onto the garden. The first full bathroom is located on the main level and is updated with a handsomely tiled stall shower.

On the second floor there are three bedrooms, two have vaulted ceilings. The full bath with a skylight has a shower over the tub. The primary bedroom includes a built-in reading nook and ample closet space. A side-by-side washer and dryer are located down the hall. All the light-filled bedrooms have large windows looking out onto the courtyard.

Thoughtfully constructed verdant gardens and lounge spaces abound. Atop the redwood arbor is a massive wisteria vine providing shade and beauty. A purposeful dining area under the trellis is a hosting dream as is the outdoor kitchen with stone countertop, lighting, and a gas grill that is connected to the house. Follow the steps up past the wildflower beds to the upper patio area – this warm gathering spot is ideal in the late afternoon and offers a unique perspective of the nearly 8000 SQF lot*. The 3rd outdoor area has a newly constructed redwood bench that sits under a majestic buckeye tree. Active fruit trees are located on the south side of the house.

The detached 2-car garage with EV charger has a new cement floor (2023) and recent interior painting. Additional storage is found below the main house near the deck.

5508 Merriewood is a very convenient location – a short distance from Thornhill Elementary**. Further down the road is the Oakland Library Montclair branch, Montclair Park complete with pickleball and tennis courts, a baseball diamond, and a redwood groove. Montclair Village provides favorable grocery and restaurant options. This truly unique home is not to be missed.

Select Seller Updates

• Furnace and HVAC added

• A portion of the foundation was replaced

• Upgraded electrical panel to 220 V and EV charger in garage

• Installed Velux solar-powered skylights

• Installed engineered wood flooring

• Vaulted ceiling in living and dining room

• Outdoor kitchen with built-in natural gas grill

• French drains installed and retaining walls added

• Deer fencing installed around the entire property

• Dutch door and French doors added

More information MarvelousMerriewood.com

*Per public records. **Any interested parties should verify school district and availability, as attendance and attending the closest school is not guaranteed.

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