1822 E 24th St, Oakland, CA 94606

Perched atop the hill in Highland Terrace, among the Queen Annes it was built alongside, this Victorian duplex has been lovingly held for more than forty years – and it shows in every corner. Set above the street behind a graceful staircase, it offers privacy and presence from the moment you arrive, with views of downtown Oakland, the port cranes, and the horizon beyond. Step inside, and the details keep unfolding. The light-filled living room, anchored by bay windows, opens effortlessly into the dining room. Tucked between the kitchen and dining room, one of the home’s most delightful surprises: a charming peekaboo pass-through. Send a dish through to the table, keep an eye on guests while you cook, or close it up as the most characterful storage cabinet on the block. The kitchen blends thoughtful updates with period character. Two sun-filled bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, where an enchanting claw-foot tub feels like something out of another era (because it is). A half...