Welcome to this elegant and modern corner unit only two blocks from Oakland's lively Lake Merritt. Situated on the first floor, this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers 821 sqft of comfortable living. The level-in entrance leads to a tranquil lush patio, perfect for outdoor relaxation, entertaining and a pet. Sit reading a book, scrolling through messages, or just sipping your coffee /wine. Come and go through your garden gate. Inside, enjoy an updated kitchen and bath, along with a convenient in-unit washer/dryer. Experience secure off-street parking, via an elevator, and private storage. Be part of a close-knit, self-managed HOA, with friendly unobtrusive neighbors. Stroll the lakeside trail to the vibrant Grand Lake and Lakeshore districts and take in a movie at the iconic Grand Lake Theatre, or grab your groceries at the bustling Grand Lake Farmers Market and Trader Joe's. Brunch at Lake Chalet or join in trivia night at "your" pub: Portal. Explore dozens of restaurants along Grand and Lakeshore Avenues or just hang out at Walden Pond Books. Shop at small, local businesses, with nearly every kind of shop nearby. With easy access to public transportation, BART and the 580 Freeway, San Francisco is just a short drive away, offering both tranquility and urban convenience. Home!