Introducing 5600 Picardy Drive N - a storybook Tudor-style home situated on Oakland's famous "Christmas Tree Lane” - known for its deep history, neighborliness, holiday cheer, and glorious architecture. Full of character with a unique blend of period details and modern amenities, this home has it all. It sits on a large lot with a metal and wood-fenced backyard. The charming entry has a unique classic fireplace nook with high vaulted ceilings in the living room and an original huge picturesque front window with lots of natural light. French doors open to the formal dining room and an updated open kitchen with appliances. There are 2 bedrooms and one full bath on the lower level. On the second level you will find an enchanting Master Suite with 1/2 bath and lots of storage and closets. There is also an adjacent bonus room perfect for an office, family room, or den.
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The home also features a laundry room attached to the kitchen that opens to an inviting backyard patio that's perfect for entertaining, It is beautifully landscaped with raised beds and an array of fruit trees.
This Normandy Gardens neighborhood home borders Maxwell Park and Mills College, with easy commutes to San Francisco via nearby freeways and public transit. The area has a vibrant local scene with its eclectic mix of dining, shopping, and entertainment options. This subdivision of 75 houses was built in the 1920s, as a storybook collection of "modest mansions” displaying the Tudor style of architecture, creating a neighborhood which has been treasured by generations of East Bay residents.
You’ll fall in love not only with the nostalgic admiration of a bygone era but also with a well-built house. This is an exciting opportunity to make this classic gem nestled on a historic street your next home!