Owning a home in Oakland is within reach with one of these condos

(OAKLAND, CA) It’s easy to think of the equity of home ownership and the ease of living in a managed building as being mutually exclusive — but these Oakland condos offer the best of both worlds.

With landscaping and building maintenance taken care of, a condo gives you some of the freedom normally associated with an apartment, while retaining many of the investment qualities of a home.

These Oakland condos have been selected from our classified listings:

Residence #303 offers unique style in a boutique 33-unit elevator building atop Rincon Hill. With room to entertain, work, and live comfortably, this large one-bedroom condominium has a contemporary loft aesthetic. It offers an open floor plan, high ceilings, A/C, and industrial-sized southeast facing windows. The kitchen features stainless appliances, abundant maple cabinets, granite countertops and an integrated workstation. Overlooking the lush, manicured courtyard, the bedroom boasts a large closet with storage above. A stylish bathroom with a functional layout includes a built-in vanity, washer/dryer, and additional storage. A true urban oasis, 81 Lansing is tucked away on a quiet tree-lined street yet conveniently located in the center of it all - walk to South Park, Salesforce Transit Center and Park, Prospect, Woodlands Market & Pet Stores, Joe & The Juice, and Phiz Coffee.

For open house information, contact John Twomey, Compass SF at 415-738-7000

Deidre Dixon - 510-908-9007 - Desirable Ballena Bay Marina end-unit condo. New laminate flooring throughout main floor, vaulted living room ceiling, with double sliding doors to access patio and common area, a gas starting brick fireplace next to wet bar closet. Spacious open floorplan steps up to dining room, freshly updated throughout; bright open kitchen, window over the sink, new appliances, including breakfast bar with a pantry in the hallway. Tastefully updated half bath on main floor with laundry closet; upstairs there are two separated master suites with loads of storage. South facing bedroom has pool/courtyard view, updated bathroom: new shower, vanity, comfort height toilet, privacy window, with a storage closet. North facing bedroom has Oakland downtown and hills view, privacy window, new tub. Updated 2 car garage with new garage door and skylights. Restaurants, delis, schools, transportation, view paths, ferry, boating - Marina life-all right out your front door.

For open house information, contact Deidre Dixon, Keller Williams Realty at 510-775-1079

LAURA MARTELL - Agt: 415-948-1282 - Beautifully remodeled sleek contemporary living! Treetop views and abundant natural light in this southeast facing home with an in-suite, walk-in closet, tons of storage, stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops. This move-in ready condo exudes resort like living with amenities such as fully equipped gym, tennis courts, Jacuzzi, swimming pool, and much more. Restaurants, shopping, and plaza just down the street!!! Top rated Albany Schools!!! Bart is 2 miles away! Close to the freeways and an easy bump to SF and Marin!!

For open house information, contact LAURA MARTELL, WINKLER REAL ESTATE GROUP at 510-528-2200

Kelly S Gargiulo - Agt: 925-2861641 - Welcome home to this darling one-bedroom condo tucked away in a Tahoe like setting! Totally updated, this bright and open property is warmed by natural light with a wall of windows and sliders. The kitchen has white cabinets, grey quartz counters, stainless appliances, and lovely natural wood shelving. The spacious bathroom is updated and perfect for its new owner! Vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, recessed lighting, large walk-in closet with custom organizers, inside laundry, outdoor patio, GARAGE and so much more! Ideal location, tucked away in the woods but super close to downtown Orinda, BART, and HWY 24. You do not want to miss this spectacular value!

For open house information, contact Kelly Gargiulo, Keller Williams Realty at 925-934-2900