4179 Shafter Ave

3 bed / 2 bath front unit on one of those rare Temescal blocks where people actually know each other. Families and working professionals have been here for years. Neighbors say hi. Dogs get walked. Kids ride scooters. It's peaceful and quiet, but never sleepy.
Inside, the home is filled with natural light and features soaring ceilings, oversized rooms, and a layout that works beautifully for families or WFH couples who want real separation of space and privacy. The unit has the feel of a single-family home, but without the maintenance burden.
You're perfectly positioned in the heart of Temescal: close to everything, but tucked just far enough away to feel calm at the end of the day.
**Why People Love Living Here**
1. A Real Neighborhood (Not Just a Location): This is a close-knit block of longtime residents families and professionals who look out for each other. Very little through traffic, lots of familiar faces, and a daily rhythm of dog walkers and stroller walks.
2. Walkable, Bikeable, Easy: Located on a bike boulevard with a 98 Bike Score and 95 Walk Score, most errands and outings don't require a car.
3. Exceptional School Proximity: Highly regarded schools are all within easy walking distance to...
- Park Day School: 2 min
- Oakland Technical High School: 3 min
- Emerson Elementary School: 5 min
- Oakland International High School: 6 min
- Duck's Nest Preschool: 9 min
- Berkeley Rose Waldorf School: 12 min
4. Prime Temescal Location
Walk to Oakland's best neighborhoods, food, and everyday essentials:
- Telegraph Ave (5 min walk): Whole Foods, Burma Superstar, Marufuku Ramen, Temescal Brewing, Rose's Taproom, Poppy Bagel's, Forma Bakery, Pizzaiolo, Burdell (Food & Wine Best Restaurant in America)
- Broadway (5 min walk): Homeroom, Brenda's, Blue Bottle, Mother Tongue, Kitava, Safeway
- Piedmont Ave (10 min walk): Fenton's, Belotti, Timeless Coffee, Commis (2 Michelin Stars)
- Rockridge (15 min walk): Sunday Farmer's Market, Market Hall, Zachary's, Trader Joe's,
5. Parks, Arts & Getting Around
- Temescal Pool: 6 min walk
- Studio One Art Center: 6 min walk
- Mosswood Park: 10 min walk
- MacArthur BART: 10 min walk
6. Easy access beyond the neighborhood:
- 10 min drive to Joaquin Miller Park, Sibley Regional Preserve, Lake Temescal, and Huckleberry Botanic
- 10 min to Downtown Berkeley
- 15 min to Downtown San Francisco by BART or car
**The Home Itself**
- 3 bedrooms / 2 full bathrooms
- True primary bedroom with en-suite bath
- Oversized bedrooms with ample closet space
- Open-concept living room with hardwood floors, 20 foot ceilings, and abundant natural light
- Renovated chef's kitchen with marble countertops, tile flooring, pantry, and garbage disposal
- Stainless steel appliances: gas range, hood, refrigerator, dishwasher
- Two renovated full bathrooms
- Full-size in-unit washer and dryer
- Central heat with smart thermostat (Nest)
- Excellent in-unit storage
- Pet-friendly
- Water and trash included
**The Details That Matter**
- Rent: $4,295/month
- Lease: 12 months (long-term tenants preferred)
- Utilities: Water & trash included
- Pets: Dogs and cats considered
- Parking: Street parking available directly in front of the home and on the block
- Management: Owner-managed (owners live nearby no management company)
- Move-in: Flexible timing
**A Note on Fit**
This home is best suited for renters looking for a long-term place to settle, who value community, walkability, light-filled space, and a well-cared-for home in an established Temescal neighborhood.
If that sounds like you, we'd love to show it to you!