1917 Yolo Avenue, Berkeley - Presented by: Tiffany Stechschulte

FEATURES

Welcome to 1917 Yolo Avenue – a rare offering on a highly coveted;block. For the first time in over 60 years, this revered abode;opens its doors to a new family. Sited on a picturesque street in sun-drenched setting, this updated 3 bedroom, 1 bath home offers a captivating blend of sophisticated living, urban amenities, walkability, and neighborhood appeal.

THE RESIDENCE

A beautifully landscaped garden greets you as you ascend the steps to the front entry. Step into the welcoming hallway and you will find an elegant living room with wood-burning fireplace and large picture window. On the other side sits the delightful formal dining room. Basked in sun-drenched ambiance, both of these rooms are accentuated with crown molding, artful wall details, and freshly refinished hardwood floors.

Adjacent to the dining room is the updated eat-in kitchen featuring modern tiled floors, new countertops and backsplash, warm cabinetry, and skylight. The long hallway;houses a spacious linen closet with built-ins and leads to three bedrooms and a beautifully remodeled main bathroom. All of the bedrooms enjoy abundant natural light. The rear two bedrooms overlook the generous backyard and garden.;On the lower level, a family room provides a comfortable area for a media center or rumpus room. Completing this level is an office with recessed lighting and bookshelves, and a;basement workshop with ample storage space.

EXTERIOR GROUNDS

A;large backyard placates;desires for;your own herb garden, along with plenty of room for children to play. Abutting Codornices Creek augments privacy;in the backdrop. A capacious driveway accommodates multiple vehicles with ease and leads to the enclosed garage.

THE NEIGHBORHOOD

North Berkeley is an exceedingly;sought after neighborhood with a vibrant community scene, urban vivacity, and convenient access to nature. Touting a walk score of 77 and a bike score of 90, most errands can be accomplished on foot or;by bike. Within close proximity are thriving restaurants in the gourmet ghetto such as Chez Panisse and The Cheese Board, St. Mary’s College High School, UC Berkeley campus, Solano Avenue shops, Live Oak Park and King Park, and a myriad of downtown amenities.

Neighborhood

Gourmet Ghetto

Here the Gourmet Ghetto is a nickname worn proudly by the neighborhood of shops, restaurants and boutique hotels that have sprung up around North Shattuck between Rose and Hearst Streets. Anchored by Chez Panisse, the Cheese Board and the original Peets, which have been neighborhood icons since the late 60s and 70s, today the area is a laid back paradise for those who want to live well.

Homes range from well-preserved Victorians and traditional large Berkeley Brown Shingle houses to lovingly preserved Craftsman and bungalows. The architecture is old enough, and varied enough to be included on neighborhood walking tours conducted by the Berkeley Architecture Heritage Association. Proximity to nearby BART Station and the central shopping district means the neighborhood is highly walkable.

Live Oak Park provides a respite from gourmet hunting and gathering, and includes basketball courts, picnic areas, and a small open-air theater where children's plays or Shakespeare productions take the boards. On Walnut Street Berkeley Art Center offers a lively series of exhibitions, art openings, and lectures.

In this neighborhood there are as many cooking schools as there are public schools. Nearby are the Berkeley Arts Magnet Elementary School, Oxford Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary and Martin Luther King Middle School, which boasts a one-acre Chez Panisse Edible Schoolyard organic garden.