1. California
2. Oakland
3. 1145 Mandana Blvd

1145 Mandana Blvd, Oakland, CA 94610

• 3 beds |
• 2 baths |
• 2,302 sqft

Property Description

Rumored to have been built by a bank president for his opera-singer wife, this captivating home blends romantic history with timeless architecture. Perched above the street, 1145 Mandana enchants with a dramatic entry, meandering gardens, natural light, and period charm. The main level features a cozy sitting room with fireplace and skyline views, a formal living room with coved ceilings, built-ins, and a second fireplace, plus an elegant dining room. The kitchen with center island, farmhouse sink, and Wolf range includes French doors that open to the expansive backyard. A main-level bedroom with en-suite bath offers flexibility for guests, family fun and homework. Upstairs are two large bedrooms, a shared bath, and a sunlit bonus room off the primary with access to a rear terrace. This can function as a nursery or office. The meandering rear grounds offer a level lawn for play, a variety of planting beds, a prolific pear tree and the space for dining, entertaining and lounging. A detached garage fits naturally into the landscape and has been partially converted into a studio, perfect for a hobby space, gym or office. Just over a mile to Lakeshore shops and dining, with easy access to Lake Merritt, transit, and freeways, be prepared to fall in love.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

August 7, 2025 at 05:00AM

Listing Office:

The GRUBB Company : 510-339-0400

Listing Agent:

Dana S. Cohen : 510-813-0321

MLS ID:

41106794

Interior

• General: Formal Dining RoomUpdated Kitchen
• Appliances: DishwasherGas RangeGrill Built-inRefrigeratorDryerWasherGas Water Heater
• Laundry: DryerIn BasementWasher
• Basement: Crawl Space
• Flooring: HardwoodTileCarpet
• A/C: None
• Heating: Forced AirNatural Gas
• Fireplace: BrickDenLiving RoomMaster BedroomWood BurningFireplaceFireplaces: 3

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This listing courtesy of Dana S. Cohen, The GRUBB Company