353 Warwick Avenue

Timeless Brown Shingle Elegance in Adams Point, a Stone's Throw from Lake Merritt

Graceful, gracious, and quietly grand, 353 Warwick Avenue is an elegant brown shingle Craftsman from 1914, a refined expression of the Bay Area's most cherished architectural tradition. It rests on an exceptional 6,490 square foot level lot, a stone's throw from the shores of Lake Merritt and the celebrated Grand Lake Farmers Market.

Inside, more than a century of craftsmanship is beautifully preserved. The living room is anchored by a handsome fireplace flanked by original built-ins, while period light fixtures cast a warm, timeless glow throughout the home. Gleaming hardwood floors lead to a stately formal dining room, made for candlelit dinners and memorable celebrations.

The updated chef's kitchen blends modern function with the home's classic character, and an inviting eat-in area makes an easy setting for morning coffee. Three bedrooms and a full bath complete the main level. Above the garage, a private bonus room offers a serene home office, studio, or retreat.

The large lower level has a laundry area, a half bath, and generous storage, so the living spaces above can stay uncluttered.

Outside, the expansive level garden is a true rarity this close to the lake: a private haven for entertaining, gardening, or simply savoring an afternoon outdoors. An attached garage completes the offering.

Lakeside strolls, Saturday mornings at the Grand Lake Farmers Market, the cafés and restaurants of Grand Avenue, and evenings at the historic Grand Lake Theater are all moments from your door. A home of enduring elegance, ready for its next chapter.

Life in Adams Point
Tucked between Grand Avenue, Harrison Street and the MacArthur Freeway, Adams Point is one of Oakland's most storied and walkable neighborhoods. It takes its name from Edson Adams, one of the city's founding landowners. After the 1906 earthquake, the neighborhood welcomed residents displaced from San Francisco, and many chose to stay. They left a legacy of graceful Craftsman and Mediterranean homes along quiet, tree-lined streets.

Lake Merritt at Your Doorstep
Lake Merritt, the jewel of Oakland, is just a stone's throw away. Its three-mile shoreline invites morning walks, evening runs and leisurely paddles across the water. Lakeside Park offers formal gardens and open lawns, Children's Fairyland has delighted visitors since 1950, and after dark the lake's famed Necklace of Lights traces the shoreline in a glowing ring.

Markets, Dining and Culture
On Saturday mornings, the Grand Lake Farmers Market gathers local growers, bakers and artisans a short walk from home. Everyday errands are just as easy, with Whole Foods, Trader Joe's and Safeway nearby. Grand Avenue and Lakeshore Avenue are lined with neighborhood cafés, celebrated restaurants and inviting bars, and the beloved 1926 Grand Lake Theater remains a cherished spot for an evening. 

Effortlessly Connected
Downtown Oakland and the 19th Street BART station are about a 15 to 20 minute walk away, and I-580 is close by, so getting around the Bay Area is simple.