Condominium buy in West Oakland California

Distinctive & rare, you'll love this luxurious one bedroom + loft penthouse with a private roof top terrace and incredible views of lake & downtown at the coveted Essex community on Lake Merritt. 1 Lakeside Drive Unit 906 is a contemporary designed two-story home with high loft ceilings, floor-to-ceiling dual paned windows that follow the architectural sloped ceiling, private rooftop terrace & living room balcony, and a spiral staircase. The home is flooded with light and has expansive views out to Lake Merritt and downtown Oakland. The kitchen features granite countertops, a breakfast bar, and a stainless appliance package including dishwasher. Enclosed bedroom is also bright due to large window and features a large closet. Oversized bathroom features tasteful tiling and countertops and shower over tub. Washer & dryer are located in the laundry closet near bathroom and downstairs bedroom. Mezzanine bedroom looks out to the lake and private terrace. Private use rooftop terrace is fantastic outdoor space and urban sanctuary. Unit also features forced air heating, air conditioning, and gorgeous modern light fixtures and ceiling fans. The Essex is Oakland's premier luxury high rise community and offers first class amenities including a 24-hour lobby attendant and concierge, fitness gym, business center, community garden roof deck, swimming pool, spa and club house. Business center and pool area feature Wi-Fi access. HOA fee includes maintenance, reserves, management, insurance, water, garbage, and use of common area amenity. Unit has one underground parking space. Set directly beside Oakland's crown jewel, Lake Merritt, the Essex community is centrally located between Uptown, Downtown, and Jack London Square neighborhoods. Just blocks from both 12th and 19th St BART stations and near Whole Foods Market, Fox Theater, Paramount Theater, restaurants, stores, and much more! 96 Walk Score, 84 Transit Score, & 89 Bike Score! Updated On: January, 11 2022 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION $734 HOA Private Rooftop Terrace Balcony In-Unit Laundry 1-Parking Space Air Conditioning