Oakland Homes with Craftsman Style

Welcome to Oakland, California—a vibrant city that beautifully marries urban sophistication with a rich cultural heritage. Nestled in Alameda County, Oakland is known for its diverse neighborhoods, stunning waterfront views, and a thriving arts scene. From the bustling farmers' markets to the eclectic dining options, this city offers an abundance of experiences for residents and visitors alike. Oakland's temperate climate allows for year-round outdoor activities, making it a haven for nature lovers and urban explorers.

One of the most charming aspects of Oakland's real estate market is its collection of Craftsman-style homes. Characterized by their warm wood finishes, inviting front porches, and intricate detailing, these homes embody the essence of early 20th-century American architecture. The Craftsman style flourished in the early 1900s, emphasizing handcrafted artistry and a connection to nature—qualities that remain highly sought after today.

In neighborhoods like Rockridge and Temescal, you’ll find beautifully preserved Craftsman homes that reflect the city’s historical roots while offering modern amenities. These residences often feature open floor plans, built-in cabinetry, and cozy fireplaces, creating perfect spaces for family gatherings or quiet evenings at home. The lush gardens and tree-lined streets add to the charm, making these neighborhoods not just places to live, but communities to thrive in.

Whether you’re drawn to Oakland for its cultural richness or the allure of Craftsman-style homes, you’ll find a welcoming atmosphere that invites you to settle down and create lasting memories. Experience the unique blend of history and modernity that makes Oakland a truly exceptional place to call home!

Newest Oakland Homes with Craftsman Style

$710,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 41147819 MLS

Welcome to this inviting 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home near Maxwell Park and Allendale, where warmth, character, and thoughtful updates come together with an easy connection between indoor and outdoor living. The cedar-shingle exterior sets the tone for a home that feels both welcoming and distinctive, while the flexible floor plan offers comfortable spaces for everyday living and entertaining. The main level has an open, natural flow between the living, dining, and kitchen areas, creating an inviting space to cook, gather, and entertain. Just beyond the kitchen, a charming sitting nook with built-in cabinetry offers flexibility as a game area, workspace, or additional dining space. A second sitting area provides a comfortable place to lounge and relax. The main level also features 2 bedrooms, a newly updated full bathroom with a walk-in shower, along with a conveniently located laundry room and half bath. Upstairs, the private primary bedroom feels like its own retreat, with a dedicated office area, walk-in closet, and en-suite bathroom. A peek-a-boo view of the Bay adds to the sense of openness, while the separation from the main living spaces provides a welcome sense of privacy. The home’s indoor-outdoor connection continues to the backyard, where a spacious private patio and covered entertaining area create a wonderful setting for outdoor dining, gatherings, or simply enjoying the garden. Refreshed landscaping adds to the inviting character of the space. Distinctive Heath Tile brings a thoughtful design element to the kitchen backsplash and the floors of both the primary and lower-level bathrooms. Recent improvements include a new roof in 2023, a newer water heater in 2019, an upgraded electrical system, and refreshed landscaping. Warm, comfortable, and thoughtfully updated, this home offers a flexible floor plan, inviting gathering spaces, and an effortless connection to the outdoors—all in a well-connected and friendly Oakland neighborhood.

3936 Agua Vista St, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Todd Fortier from Red Oak Realty. 414-477-9512

$838,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41147744 MLS

Classic Victorian architecture, thoughtful updates and an exceptionally livable floor plan come together at 702 33rd Street. Offering 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms and 1,813± square feet, the home welcomes you with a covered front porch and gracious entry opening to a light-filled living room, where architectural detailing and beautifully refinished hardwood floors set the tone. A separate family room with fireplace provides a comfortable second gathering space, while the updated kitchen connects easily to the dining room. French doors open directly to the rear deck and backyard, creating a natural extension of the home for outdoor dining and entertaining. Upstairs, three well-proportioned bedrooms offer comfortable private spaces, complemented by an updated bath. Out back, mature lemon and plum trees join a custom sauna to create a backyard with personality all its own, while a peach tree adds a colorful touch to the front garden. Solar, off-street parking and a 240V outlet for EV charging bring added convenience to everyday living. Ideally situated near MacArthur BART, Temescal's restaurants, bars and neighborhood amenities, and downtown Oakland, 702 33rd Street brings together distinctive Victorian architecture, modern updates, multiple living spaces and a location that keeps so much of Oakland close at hand.

702 33rd St, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Emma Hopkins from Compass. 925-787-6332

$799,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 41147671 MLS

Welcome to 1161 61st, a bright, well cared for elegant Craftsman-inspired abode in North Oakland. The uber attractive foyer sets the tone as this home seamlessly connects historic charm with many modern conveniences – such as a hybrid HVAC system and electric hot water heater. Two refined bedrooms with dual pane windows. The bathroom has lovely tile work, a shower over tub and a modern tankless toilet. The gracious living and dining room areas showcase handsome architectural details like coved ceilings, inglenooks, and wide plank wood floors and generous natural light. Large eat-in kitchen has a picture window above the sink that faces out onto the yard – kitchen accesses an enclosed sunporch which leads out to the back yard. Private and fenced in the back of the house faces southwest and has established native plantings, a landscaped large flat gathering area perfect for outdoor dining, lounging and grilling - plus there is a useful grass area. The basement is HUGE and accessible from both inside of the home and a separate entry off the backyard. This lower level provides storage galore, interior parking, laundry and room for a home office. Great location and convenient to shopping, parks and dining options. A mere 2 blocks to the Emeryville boarder – the Doyle Hollis Park, Ralph Hawley YMCA and Ruby’s Café are all close by. WalkScore – 94 , BikeScore – 87

1161 61st St, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Scott Ward from Red Oak Realty. 415-225-4593

$1,100,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 41147657 MLS

A spacious Craftsman where original architectural details meet thoughtful updates, generous spaces and easy indoor/outdoor living. Gracious formal rooms lead to an open kitchen and great room, with a comfortable family area and generous dining space with room for a large table. French doors open directly to the deck and backyard beyond, extending the living space outdoors. A magnificent mature oak anchors the yard, providing welcome shade for outdoor dining, gathering and play. Bonus space adds flexibility for work, guests, hobbies and more. Wired with Ethernet throughout, the home is well connected inside—and its location keeps you well connected beyond, with shopping, dining and commuter routes close at hand. Off-street parking and an EV outlet add everyday convenience.

916 Arlington Ave, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Marcia Weske from The GRUBB Company. 510-853-1483

$599,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41147656 MLS

Charming, beautiful, and move-in ready home! This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom house is nestled in a rising Oakland neighborhood, offering the perfect blend of vibrant Urban living, comfort, privacy, and convenience—complete with a large backyard designed for sunny California indoor-outdoor living. Set behind a secure gated entry, the home features a thoughtfully updated kitchen with modern finishes, sleek countertops, and stainless-steel appliances. You will also find beautifully refreshed bathrooms, double-pane windows, and gorgeous flooring throughout. The versatile layout effortlessly adapts to your lifestyle, whether you need a cozy space for family gatherings or a dedicated home office. Step outside to your own private oasis. The expansive yard and spacious patio offer endless possibilities for entertaining, dining alfresco, weekend barbecue events, gardening, or simply soaking up the California sunshine. As a valuable bonus, the long, gated driveway provides secure, off-street parking for multiple vehicles—a true rarity in the area. Location is everything! You are just minutes away from local shopping, dining, major freeways, BART, Amtrak, Downtown Oakland, and the South Bay, making any Bay Area commute a breeze. This turnkey gem is the one you’ve been waiting for. Nothing left to do but unpack and enjoy this home sweet home

1159 87th Ave, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Wayne Cory from Coldwell Banker Realty. 510-689-9969

$725,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 41147581 MLS

Push open the big, beautiful gates and the city falls away. What's waiting is a secret garden — the romantic, storybook entry that makes you feel like you've slipped into an English cottage, right in the heart of Temescal. This home was taken down to the studs and rebuilt. Behind the original double-hung windows and hardwood floors: all-new plumbing, new electrical, and a forced-air furnace. Vintage soul, none of the 3-a.m. surprises. At 901 square feet, your light-filled upstairs home lives large. New kitchen with stone counters and room to actually cook. Fresh bathroom. Original built-in cabinetry in the formal dining room. A bedroom with a fireplace, built-ins, and a walk-in closet — plus a separate den for the home office or the reading nook. In-unit laundry, so you never hunt for quarters again. Storage? You win. A private storage locker over 150 sqft with its own entrance — the bikes, the holiday bins, the wine, the someday projects, all of it. Outside, the common gardens are yours: fire up the grill, gather at the picnic area, wind the evening down by the fire pit. And in a neighborhood this walkable, Temescal's best restaurants and shops are two blocks away. Charm you can't fake, bones you can count on, in a neighborhood everyone's trying to get into. Fully remodeled to the studs: new plumbing, electrical, and forced-air heating. New kitchen with stone counters, new bathroom, hardwood floors throughout, original double-hung windows, in-unit laundry, wood-burning fireplace, original built-in cabinetry, walk-in closet, and a flexible den. Private storage locker 150 sqft with separate entrance. Common gardens with grill, picnic area, and fire pit. Walkable Temescal, Oakland location — 2 blocks to restaurants and shopping. 1 bed / 1 bath / 901 sq ft.

4132 Manila Ave, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Patrick MacCartee from The GRUBB Company. 510-859-4895

$925,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 41147566 MLS

Charming three-bedroom Craftsman home with a thoughtfully reimagined backyard in the heart of Temescal. A sun-filled living room with bay windows and period hardwood floors flows into a gracious formal dining room anchored by a statement fireplace with a patterned Fireclay tile hearth and surround and original built-in shelving. The renovated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, Fireclay backsplash and generous counter space. Two bedrooms and an updated full bathroom are located off the main hallway, while the third bedroom at the rear offers flexibility for guests or a home office. Additional features include air conditioning and a dedicated laundry room with a side-by-side washer and dryer beneath a butcher-block counter. A window-wrapped sunroom, measuring an additional 163 square feet, creates an inviting transition to the garden. Designed for year-round enjoyment, the landscaped backyard features dining and lounge areas beneath an adjustable slatted pergola, a level lawn, mature landscaping, raised vegetable beds, a garden shed, and an abundance of fruit trees and vines. A long driveway provides convenient off-street parking. Ideally located just blocks from Temescal’s award-winning restaurants, cafés, boutiques, and farmers’ market, and minutes from Telegraph Avenue, College Avenue, and Piedmont Avenue. With both Rockridge and MacArthur BART stations just minutes away and major commuter routes nearby, the home offers an ideal combination of neighborhood charm and city convenience! What a wonderful place to call home.

452 44th St, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Maria Cavallo-Merrion from Vanguard Properties. 510-919-8841

$925,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 41147551 MLS

Delightful 1915 Craftsman bungalow with a sprawling double-lot on the most charming block dotted with twinkling cafe lights in front of most of the homes! Enjoy the rustic Craftsman architecture combined with retro 50's influence, and the spacious feeling of all of the rooms. The eat-in kitchen and rear bedroom lookout onto a exceptionally large 5,275 sq ft lot and garden, featuring a large patio, green lawn, detached garden shed, raised veggie beds, fire pit circle, and tall mature trees. Partial basement offers additional storage. Perfectly situated between Temescal, Rockridge, and Piedmont Avenue neighborhoods, with a "Walker's Paradise" 93 Walkscore!

362 50th St, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Madeline Lilley from Red Oak Realty. 510-919-8997

$1,295,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 41147548 MLS

Set on a beautifully landscaped corner lot in Oakland’s coveted Grand Lake neighborhood, 342 Elwood is a stately 1919 Craftsman offering generous proportions, abundant natural light, and a thoughtful blend of original character and modern updates. Convenient rear access allows for an easy three-step entry directly from the driveway, while the home’s elevated position offers lovely outlooks over the greater Grand Lake area. Distinctive fixtures, thoughtful finishes, and original architectural details give the home a sophisticated, considered feel throughout. A covered front porch opens to the entry foyer and a spacious corner living room with a gas fireplace. Recently refinished hardwood floors continue into the adjacent dining room, where original box-beamed ceilings, built-in shelving, and designer lighting highlight the home’s Craftsman character. The beautifully renovated kitchen features inset Shaker cabinetry and is complemented by a convenient half bath, laundry area, and utility sink. Sliding glass doors open directly to a covered deck and beautifully refreshed backyard with an updated concrete patio, landscaped turf, colorful plantings, and fruit trees, creating an easy indoor/outdoor connection and a private setting for dining, entertaining, or relaxing. Upstairs are three bedrooms and two full baths, including a spacious, light-filled primary suite with a walk-in closet, beautifully updated ensuite bathroom, and its own private terrace, a wonderful spot to take in the views and evening sunsets over the city. Outside, mature landscaping surrounds the home, with additional features including a dedicated dog run, large detached garage, and EV charger in the driveway. Thoughtfully updated and truly move-in ready, 342 Elwood offers the character and presence of a classic Oakland Craftsman without sacrificing the style, comfort, and functionality of a modern home. With so much already beautifully finished, it is an especially compelling opportunity in a prime location just blocks from the shops, restaurants, cafés, farmers' market, and neighborhood favorites of Grand, Lakeshore, and Lake Merritt.

342 Elwood Ave, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Demetrius Chapin-Rienzo from Red Oak Realty. 415-722-7025

$659,800

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 41147288 MLS

There’s something immediately welcoming about 829 Aileen Street. A refreshed home tucked into North Oakland’s desirable Santa Fe neighborhood near the Emeryville border. Just blocks from Children’s Hospital and minutes from Kaiser, Ashby BART, and MacArthur BART, the location offers easy access for medical professionals and commuters while remaining quiet enough to work from home. A charming covered front porch welcomes you into a bright, inviting interior with two nicely sized bedrooms and spacious living and dining rooms. Fresh interior paint and thoughtful updates blend with preserved original classic details, including beautifully stained hardwood floors, new quartz countertops, new roof 3 years ago and new copper plumbing lines put in last month. The large kitchen features rare vintage “Olympia Kitchen Kabinets,” which were historically steel or aluminum kitchen cabinets produced in Washington state produced by General Metalcraft at the former Olympia Brewery site in the 1940s and 1950s. Enjoy breakfast in the kitchen or on one of two porches, or gather for dinner in the formal dining room by the fireplace. Outside, a long driveway offers parking for three to four additional cars and leads to a large backyard with two garden sheds. The generous lot gives the home room to breathe, with space for an incoming producing ADU or to start a garden, gather with friends, enjoy a quiet afternoon, or simply make the outdoors your own. It’s the kind of backyard that can become whatever home means to you. Life here extends beyond the property lines, with Tuesday farmers markets, neighborhood walks, local cafes, shopping, parks, and the energy of NOBE, where North Oakland, Berkeley, and Emeryville come together! A little bit of history, a little bit of breathing room, and a place that feels ready to be lived in and loved. Welcome home.

829 Aileen St, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Eboni Robinson from Prestige International Estates. 510-478-7444

$1,098,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 41147220 MLS

Just moments from Lake Merritt in Oakland's sought-after Cleveland Heights neighborhood, 364 Lester Ave is a beautifully preserved 1911 residence where timeless architectural character meets thoughtful modern updates and an exceptionally versatile floor plan. Rich in period detail, the home showcases hardwood floors, box beam ceiling details, moulding throughout, a handsome fireplace, & gracious living spaces that reflect the craftsmanship & enduring appeal of Oakland's early twentieth-century homes. Offering approximately 2,283 square feet, the home features four bedrooms and three full bathrooms across multiple levels, providing a layout that adapts beautifully to a variety of lifestyles. Formal living & dining rooms offer inviting spaces for everyday living & entertaining, while the updated kitchen blends style & function with ample cabinetry, stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, & direct access to a spacious rear balcony—an ideal spot for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or unwinding at the end of the day. Privately situated on the upper level, the expansive primary suite serves as a true retreat. Bathed in natural light via skylights, this remarkable space offers generous proportions, a beautifully appointed ensuite bathroom, and the comfort of a recently installed mini-split heating and air conditioning system, creating a peaceful sanctuary tucked away from the rest of the home. The lower level adds another layer of flexibility with its own private entrance, kitchenette, bedroom, full bathroom,& additional living area. Whether accommodating extended family, long-term guests, a dedicated home office, or creative workspace, the layout provides options that evolve with changing needs. Thoughtful improvements throughout the property reflect years of careful stewardship, including upgraded drainage, an expanded backyard patio, mini-split climate control in the primary suite, and sewer lateral—meaningful investments that provide confidence and peace of mind for the home's next owner. Perfectly positioned in Cleveland Heights, the home offers easy access to many Oakland cherished destinations. Spend weekends strolling the paths around Lake Merritt, browsing the Grand Lake Farmers' Market, enjoying the cafés + boutiques of Lakeshore & Grand Avenue, or exploring nearby parks & cultural attractions.

364 Lester Ave, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Michael Braillard from Corcoran Icon Properties. 925-570-7099

$998,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41146693 MLS

A classic Oakland Crafstman, well loved and carefully renewed for contemporary living. Over $350,000 in owner improvements enhance both the beauty and underlying systems of the property - from the remodeled kitchen and baths to updated electrical, plumbing and sewer infrastructure, Marvin windows and improved site drainage. Preserved Arts & Crafts detail maintain the home’s original warmth and character, while the renovated freestanding cottage offers exceptional flexibility for an office, studio or creative retreat.

571 Athol, Oakland

Listing courtesy of Wendy Bauman from Wendy Bauman, Broker. 510-858-0005

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