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Sophisticated Spanish Mediterranean in prime North Berkeley location. One block to “the” Monterey Market and Hopkins merchant corridor. This fully updated split level 2-bedroom, 2 bath home is spectacular. Refinished oak floors, vaulted ceilings, arched doorways and the large new dual pane windows let the light pour in. Ornate detailing blends with the modern updates in the most wonderful way. The chef’s kitchen is now open to the breakfast nook and formal dining room with period built-in. Kitchen is accented with new appliances and handsome tile work. Split level takes you to two well proportioned bedrooms that overlook the backyard area. Rehabbed hallway bathroom has attractive tile work. Primary bedroom has a new most excellent enuite bath and walk-in stall shower. On the ground floor – access to the yard from two separate doors, an office space and ½ bath. Interior access from garage to the home is super convenient.
Outside peace and tranquility is quickly achieved. Large patio surrounded by mature and new plantings – IS the SPOT to be for dinners, gathering and general relaxation.
Location cannot be beat – even if you tried. Stroll to some of the best food offerings the Bay Area is known for. In the immediate neighborhood is Monterey Food Market, Magani Butcher, Monterey Fish Market, and Gioa Pizzeria to name a few. Get your green thumb polished at the award-winning Berkeley Horticultor Store. King Tennis Court, Pool and Rec center, the North Branch of the Berkeley Library are also nearby. Further down the way the commerce and variety on Solano Ave is great. Ditch that car and interact with this absolute gem of a neighborhood.
Select Seller Updates - 2022
- new kitchen: shaker cabinets, quartz counter tops, appliances, lighting and tile work
- re-finished hardwood floors
- new electrical subpanel
- new ensuite bathroom
- remodeled hallway bathroom
- remodeled half bathroom on main level
- interior/exterior paint
- new dual pane windows
- new furnace
- new water heater
- refinished wood floors
- fresh landscaping front and back with irrigation
Neighborhood
Centered on Hopkins Street at the foot of the Berkeley Hills, this quiet, relaxed residential community consists of charming bungalows, California Craftsman homes, and English Tudors. Indian Rock, the largest example of the Northbrae rhyolite outcroppings in the neighborhood, is popular with climbers honing their skills.
Nearby green spaces include three-acre Cedar-Rose Park and Terrace Park. For those working on home horticulture projects, Berkeley Horticultural Nursery on McGee Avenue and Westbrae Nursery on Gilman Street offer advice, seeds, plants, and gardening tools.
Northbrae’s two-block long retail district may be small, but it is crammed with gourmet-food purveyors. It's possible to shop here like a European, going from store to store, purchasing everything you need for the week's dinner. Monterey Market (an institution for more than 50 years), Monterey Fish Market, Magnani Poultry, and Hopkins Street Bakery make Northbrae into a mecca for food lovers. Outdoor cafe Espresso Roma offers the opportunity to enjoy a latte in the glorious weather.
Northbrae is within walking distance to the North Berkeley BART and the North Branch of the Berkeley Public Library. Designed by noted Bay Area architect Julia Morgan in the early 20th century, the latter building is one of the most stunning civic structures in Berkeley.
Schedule
Open Houses:
5/29, 2- 4:30
6/5, 2- 4:30
Brokers Tour:
5/26, 10:00-1:-00
Offer Date:
6/8 by 1:00 PM
Additional Showings by Appointment:
Contact Scott Ward
415.225.4593
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Scott Ward
RealtorREAL ESTATE - MADE REALDRE# 01490471415.225.4593 office415.225.4593 mobilewww.scottward.me