Transparent price. Nestled in the sought-after Lower Rockridge neighborhood in vibrant Oakland, 5779 Ayala Ave features a charming 2BD/1.5BA Dutch Farm House with a separate stylish guest cottage (accessory dwelling unit, or ADU). All told it equals the perfect blend of comfort, versatility, and investment potential! Enter the main home and immerse yourself in the warm ambiance of the formal living room with dining area. Features include gleaming wood floors and large windows that drench the room in natural light. The room’s focal point is the large fireplace with wood mantle. A large eat-in kitchen opens to the peaceful garden with lemon and apricot trees and patio with outdoor dining where one can barbecue and entertain in style. A guest powder room with laundry area completes this floor. The second level offers the peaceful sanctuaries of the primary bedroom at the front of the home and a second bedroom towards the rear.  A well-appointed full bath is easily accessed from both rooms as well as an office nook. Discover the endless possibilities of the separate accessory dwelling unit (ADU), ideal for multigenerational living, a home office, rental income, or an artist's studio. This legal unit provides flexibility to suit your specific needs. The owners have made numerous improvements to the property over the last ten years, including electrical upgrades, new furnaces in both the main home and cottage, earthquake retrofit of the foundation, updated the kitchen and bath in the cottage, installed a tankless water heater, and much more!

One of Oakland's most desirable neighborhoods, Lower Rockridge offers a vibrant community with an abundance of trendy shops, gourmet restaurants, and local amenities, all within easy reach. The Rockridge BART station makes commuting on public transportation a breeze. CA-24 is also easily accessed. Walk score = 90. Bike score = 89.