Description

Come see this charming 1912 craftsman bungalow house with a separate detached guest cottage on an ample lot in Central Berkeley. Held lovingly in the same family for decades. This property is perfectly situated to enjoy Downtown Berkeley entertainment, schools and public transportation. The front house is 1396 sf with 3 bedrooms and 1 bath graced with high ceilings, newly refinished hardwood floors, a remodeled bath with tub, a formal dining room and living room with built-ins, an eat-in kitchen, laundry room and East facing rear deck. There is a garage/basement that can fit up to three cars and/or a workshop, and one additional driveway parking space. The unfinished attic has standing room. The house has many recent upgrades, including updated plumbing and electrical in 2024 and new paint and roof on the rear cottage. Seismic upgrades with shear walls and foundation bolts, as well as a 15 yr old roof make the main house extra sturdy. At the rear of the property there is a separate studio cottage approximately 400 sf with sleeping alcove, full bathroom, living room, wet bar, french windows and semi private yard with room for expansion. There is ample front, side and rear yard space with porches, decks, hot tub deck, garden tool shed and basement for all your relaxation, BBQ, gardening, storage or workshop needs. BESO score of 6.Just a few short blocks to Downtown Berkeley BART, bus stops, UC Berkeley, and top rated Berkeley elementary, middle and high schools. Make this centrally located craftsman with guest cottage in the heart of Berkeley your new home.