Listing Agent: Alex Michas Broker/Office: Compass
433 Capricorn Ave Oakland CA 94611
Listing ID
#41141881
Status
Active
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Style
Modern
County
Alameda
Neighborhood
MONTCLAIR
Year Built
1968
Days on website
2
433 Capricorn is guided by a quiet confidence, where thoughtful proportions and everyday comfort shape the experience as much as the architecture itself. Natural light moves gracefully through the interiors from morning to evening, while an easy connection between rooms creates spaces that feel welcoming, generous, and deeply at ease. The recent renovation was not one of reinvention but of refinement. Materials were selected for the richness they acquire over time and the pleasure of living with them: soapstone counters that develop a distinctive patina, solid oak floors that bring warmth underfoot, and hand-shaped ceramic tile in the primary bath, where subtle variations in texture reveal the touch of the maker. Solid birch doors throughout continue that thoughtful palette, reinforcing a sense of craftsmanship, continuity, and quiet permanence. The relationship between the house and its setting is equally considered. A deck spanning the full width of the main level dissolves the boundary between indoors and out, while upstairs, both bedrooms open onto a second deck suspended among the trees. Below, exterior stairs descend to a level garden bordered by the gentle movement of a natural stream - a secluded landscape that feels less designed than discovered. It is an environment that invites slow mornings and long conversations. Despite its sense of retreat, the home remains closely connected to the life of Montclair. The village, with its cafés, independent shops, restaurants, and weekend Farmers' Market, is just minutes away, making it possible to move easily between the energy of the community and the quiet rhythm of home. It is this rare balance between connection and sanctuary that gives this mid-century its enduring appeal.
Flooring:
Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Levels:
Two
Parking Features:
Carport, Garage
Patio And Porch Features:
Deck
Roof:
Composition
City:
Oakland
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Listed By:
Alex Michas
Compass
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