Traci Lawrence Presents
Modern Serenity in Leona Heights
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$849,000
4037 Rusting Avenue, Oakland
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Property Details
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beds
4
baths
2
interior
1,526 sq ft
neighborhood
Leona Heights
Some homes give you a place to live. This one gives you a way of life.
Step inside to find rich engineered hardwood floors, a porcelain-surround fireplace, and an open flow from the living room to the dining room to the kitchen that makes everyday moments feel expansive. Natural light pours through generous windows, filling each room with the warmth this neighborhood is known for.
The bones and systems here are just as impressive as the aesthetics. A newer roof, central air, and updated HVAC mean true move-in-ready comfort from day one. Fully owned solar panels, a grid-tied battery backup system, and an EV charger make this home as future-ready as it is beautiful, with the kind of energy independence that pays dividends every month. And for buyers who know Oakland, this one checks two important boxes: fully sewer-lateral and sidewalk compliant.
But the real discovery waits beyond the back door.
The terraced backyard is nothing short of extraordinary, a curated, edible landscape that reads like a chef's garden and a botanical sanctuary in one. Two varieties of banana trees (Dwarf Cavendish and Blue Java), yellow, pink, and white flesh dragon fruit cactus, pineapple guava, Asian pear, Hachiya persimmon, apricot, peach, blood orange, green fig, pomegranate, passion fruit, blueberry, loquat, and asparagus. Fragrant rosemary and fresh bay leaf. David Austin roses, hydrangea, peonies, and dramatic black bamboo complete the picture. This is the backyard people dream about.
Step inside to find rich engineered hardwood floors, a porcelain-surround fireplace, and an open flow from the living room to the dining room to the kitchen that makes everyday moments feel expansive. Natural light pours through generous windows, filling each room with the warmth this neighborhood is known for.
The bones and systems here are just as impressive as the aesthetics. A newer roof, central air, and updated HVAC mean true move-in-ready comfort from day one. Fully owned solar panels, a grid-tied battery backup system, and an EV charger make this home as future-ready as it is beautiful, with the kind of energy independence that pays dividends every month. And for buyers who know Oakland, this one checks two important boxes: fully sewer-lateral and sidewalk compliant.
But the real discovery waits beyond the back door.
The terraced backyard is nothing short of extraordinary, a curated, edible landscape that reads like a chef's garden and a botanical sanctuary in one. Two varieties of banana trees (Dwarf Cavendish and Blue Java), yellow, pink, and white flesh dragon fruit cactus, pineapple guava, Asian pear, Hachiya persimmon, apricot, peach, blood orange, green fig, pomegranate, passion fruit, blueberry, loquat, and asparagus. Fragrant rosemary and fresh bay leaf. David Austin roses, hydrangea, peonies, and dramatic black bamboo complete the picture. This is the backyard people dream about.
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Welcome to Leona Heights: Oakland's Hidden Canyon Retreat
Leona Heights sits at the base of the Oakland Hills and is one of the East Bay's best-kept secrets, a peaceful, tree-lined enclave where nature and city living meet effortlessly. Quiet streets, lush greenery, and a genuine sense of community make this one of Oakland's most cherished hillside neighborhoods.
The Lifestyle
Leona Heights attracts families, professionals, and longtime Oakland residents who value outdoor access, diversity, and neighbors who actually know each other. Dog-friendly, walkable, and beautifully unhurried.
Outdoor Haven
You are just a 4-minute drive from the pristine, canopy-shaped paths of the Leona Regional Canyon Open Space, loved by locals for peaceful creekside hikes and scenic, off-leash dog walking. A quick 6-minute drive up the ridge brings you to Dr. Aurelia Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park and the adjacent Roberts Regional Recreation Area. Together, they offer miles of world-class trails beneath a stunning redwood canopy, a premier barrier-free, inclusive playground, and public swimming and picnic groves. Whether you are jogging the flat, paved Montclair Railroad Trail beneath the redwoods or visiting the forested, fully fenced Joaquin Miller Dog Park, the region's finest nature preserves are practically in your backyard.
Village Vibes
Montclair Village is just a 5-minute drive away, with boutique shopping, artisanal coffee, and the beloved Sunday Farmers Market. Rockridge and Piedmont Avenue, some of the East Bay's best dining, cafes, and shopping, are 10 minutes down the hill.
The Commuter's Secret
Priced more accessibly than neighboring Rockridge and Piedmont, Leona Heights delivers the same hill lifestyle with easier entry. Highway 13 and Interstate 580 are minutes away, and Fruitvale and Coliseum BART stations connect you directly to San Francisco, Berkeley, and beyond.
Everyday Essentials
5 minutes: Lincoln Square - Your effortless daily stop for Safeway, Peet's Coffee, Full Belly Bakery, and Daughter Thai Kitchen.
8 minutes: The Dimond District - A food lover's paradise featuring the massive organice selection at Farmer's Joe's, Grand Lake Kitchen (perfect for brunch), and legendary treats from La Farine French Bakery.
10 minutes: The Laurel District - A vibrant stretch along MacArthur Blvd. Meet friends for dinner at Jo's Modern Thai, grab a morning pastry at Sequoia Diner, or pick up local craft cans at Ghost Town Brewing.
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