5935 Balboa Drive, Oakland - Presented by Regina Jacobs

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Exceptional Montclair Contemporary. Nestled in a verdant setting and perched for maximum privacy, this home has been beautifully updated. The living room features two seating areas, one a cozy spot by the fireplace and the other a perfect area to linger with friends. The kitchen features a chic peninsula island, ideal for the chef to create while entertaining. Two pantry cabinets will ensure that you’ll never run out of the essentials. The formal dining room opens to the kitchen. Large view windows wrap around the dining room, bathing the space in natural light. Just up from the living room, sliding doors lead out to an entertaining deck.

There are three bedrooms all on one level, one a large primary suite with a newly remodeled bathroom. The hall bath is conveniently located between the other two bedrooms. On the lower level, you’ll find a large bedroom with a separate entrance for a home office. The lot to the right of the house is included in the sale. Convenient to Montclair’s shops, restaurants, and transportation.

Neighborhood

Tucked away in the wooded hills and winding streets above Oakland, Montclair is a small community with an appealing central shopping district. Sizable custom homes, along with a mix of Mediterranean, Craftsman, and contemporary-style homes are situated on forested lots, offering an elegant retreat from the city.
The Montclair Business District is a throwback to a simpler time before strip malls, megamalls, and big-box stores. Residents can find everything they need, from dry cleaning and groceries to restaurants. Local restaurant favorites include the Montclair Egg Shop, Flipper’s Gourmet Burgers, and Crogan’s Montclair Restaurant. Gourmet specialty items are available at Le Bonbon, and Farmstead Wine and Cheese. A farmers market on Sundays provides fresh local produce and baked goods. Montclair is home to fine-arts festivals throughout the year and a jazz festival in the late summer that enlivens the street scene.