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Exceptional Convenience blends with Classic Vintage Berkeley Warmth in Wood!
$1,035,000
2012 Rose Street, Berkeley
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Arlene Baxter & Ambrish Chitnis
Arlene Baxter & Ambrish Chitnis
What a special place to call home!
Unsurpassed convenience blends with the warmth of natural wood inside and out in this 1906 classic Berkeley brown shingle. Vintage wainscotting and box beam ceilings, handsome built-ins and hardwood floors offer period charm throughout this home that feels larger than it measures. The extra-long builtin window bench offers a favorite spot to enjoy the period details of this home, while watching folks enjoying this vibrant neighborhood from this home, set up off the street.
While the seller certainly enjoyed his weekly visits to Cheese Board for pizza, and forays to other nearby North Berkeley neighborhood favorites, the kitchen also inspired home cooking. The new quartz counters and stainless steel sink and faucet are waiting for you to experience in this bright space that opens to a charming eating area, reminiscent of a European bistro! Or take your meals al fresco in the welcoming, but not too demanding garden. Two spacious bedrooms, each with natural wood trim and inviting nooks, and an updated bathroom complete the upstairs.
Being at the beginning of the Gourmet District offers remarkable convenience, with Safeway, Andronico’s, CVS, Saul’s, Masse’s, Walnut Square and the original Peet’s, plus the Thursday Farmer’s Market—not to mention Chez Panisse and their café—plus lots of other eating and shopping options, and Live Oak Park all within two blocks. But you are also just blocks to Fat Apples on MLK, Monterey Market, and the top of Solano Avenue! Downtown Berkeley and the world-reknowned UC Berkeley campus are just a mile away, and easily accessed by public transit. What an ideal location for those who prefer to mostly leave the car at this urban retreat!
This home has recently been painted inside, and one wall of the exterior sports new shingles. We’ve refreshed the garden using primarily California native plants. A half bath downstairs includes a stacked washer & dryer plus valuable storage. With a Walk Score®of 96, and a Bike Score® of 92 (both a Walkers’ and Bikers’ Paradise), this is East Bay living at its most convenient!
According to public records this home occupies 1480 sq. ft. on a lot of 2760 sq. ft.
Foundation seismic retrofitting, and removal of chimney bricks completed in 2022.
Sewer lateral was compliant through November, 2022. Buyer will be responsible for bringing it back into compliance.
BESO inspection report available (Home Energy Score=3).
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Neighborhood: The best of North Berkeley
This popular Berkley neighborhood is known by at least a few names, including Gourmet Gulch, North Shattuck, and formerly Gourmet Ghetto, but now mostly known as the Gourmet District. Located less than a mile north of Downtown Berkley, the Gourmet District is often considered the birthplace and epicenter of California Cuisine.
The homes in the Gourmet District range from well-preserved Victorian-style homes to bungalows and meticulously preserved Craftsmans. In fact, the eclectic mix of real estate in the Gourmet District garners so much attention, the Berkeley Architectural Heritage Association conducts regular neighborhood tours in the area. Thanks to the nearby BART Station and central shopping district, the Gourmet District is one of the most walkable neighborhoods in Berkeley.
Everything from Oakland to the bustling Downtown San Francisco area is less than an hour commute from Gourmet District. Oakland Medical Center is less than 20 minutes from the Downtown Berkeley BART Station and residents can be at Google’s headquarters in less than 45 minutes. UC Berkeley is just a mile away, making Gourmet Ghetto a great place for students, faculty, and staff to call home.
Live Oak Park, located near Shattuck Avenue between Eunice and Rose Streets, is ideal for a variety of events and recreation. Amenities include basketball courts, a volleyball court, lighted tennis courts, picnic areas, and an open-air theater which hosts children’s plays and Shakespearean productions. Just east of Live Oak Park is the Berkeley Art Center, which proudly displays a variety of exhibits, art openings, and lectures.
The true origin story of the moniker 'Gourmet Ghetto' is contested, but it's easy to see how the name came about. The strip of Shattuck Avenue between Cedar and Vine streets is anchored by Alice Waters' world-famous Chez Panisse Restaurant & Café, The Cheese Board Collective, and the original Peet’s Coffee & Tea. Each of these restaurants have been icons in the neighborhood for decades and there’s no sign of them slowing down anytime soon. Simply put, the area is a laid-back mecca for those who want to eat, drink, and live well. Berkeley Architectural Heritage Association conducts regular neighborhood tours in the area. Thanks to the nearby BART Station and central shopping district, the Gourmet District is one of the most walkable neighborhoods in Berkeley.
Everything from Oakland to the bustling Downtown San Francisco area is less than an hour commute from the Gourmet District. Oakland Medical Center is less than 20 minutes from the Downtown Berkeley BART Station and residents can be at Google’s headquarters in less than 45 minutes. UC Berkeley is just a mile away, making Gourmet District a great place for students, faculty, and staff to call home.
Live Oak Park, located near Shattuck Avenue between Eunice and Rose Streets, is ideal for everything from morning walks to outdoor sports and a plethora of other events. Amenities include basketball courts, a volleyball court, lighted tennis courts, picnic areas, and an open-air theater which hosts children’s plays and Shakespearean productions. Just east of Live Oak Park is the Berkeley Art Center which proudly displays a variety of exhibits, art openings, and lectures.
Alice Kahn first used the phrase “Gourmet Ghetto” over 40 years ago. The strip of Shattuck Avenue between Cedar and Vine streets is anchored by Alice Waters’ world-famous Chez Panisse Restaurant & Café, The Cheese Board Collective, and the original Peet’s Coffee & Tea. Each of these restaurants have been icons in the neighborhood for decades and there’s no sign of them slowing down anytime soon. Simply put, the area is a laid-back mecca for those who want to eat, drink, and live well.
The homes in the Gourmet District range from well-preserved Victorian-style homes to bungalows and meticulously preserved Craftsmans. In fact, the eclectic mix of real estate in the Gourmet District garners so much attention, the Berkeley Architectural Heritage Association conducts regular neighborhood tours in the area. Thanks to the nearby BART Station and central shopping district, the Gourmet District is one of the most walkable neighborhoods in Berkeley.
Everything from Oakland to the bustling Downtown San Francisco area is less than an hour commute from Gourmet District. Oakland Medical Center is less than 20 minutes from the Downtown Berkeley BART Station and residents can be at Google’s headquarters in less than 45 minutes. UC Berkeley is just a mile away, making Gourmet Ghetto a great place for students, faculty, and staff to call home.
Live Oak Park, located near Shattuck Avenue between Eunice and Rose Streets, is ideal for a variety of events and recreation. Amenities include basketball courts, a volleyball court, lighted tennis courts, picnic areas, and an open-air theater which hosts children’s plays and Shakespearean productions. Just east of Live Oak Park is the Berkeley Art Center, which proudly displays a variety of exhibits, art openings, and lectures.
The true origin story of the moniker 'Gourmet Ghetto' is contested, but it's easy to see how the name came about. The strip of Shattuck Avenue between Cedar and Vine streets is anchored by Alice Waters' world-famous Chez Panisse Restaurant & Café, The Cheese Board Collective, and the original Peet’s Coffee & Tea. Each of these restaurants have been icons in the neighborhood for decades and there’s no sign of them slowing down anytime soon. Simply put, the area is a laid-back mecca for those who want to eat, drink, and live well. Berkeley Architectural Heritage Association conducts regular neighborhood tours in the area. Thanks to the nearby BART Station and central shopping district, the Gourmet District is one of the most walkable neighborhoods in Berkeley.
Everything from Oakland to the bustling Downtown San Francisco area is less than an hour commute from the Gourmet District. Oakland Medical Center is less than 20 minutes from the Downtown Berkeley BART Station and residents can be at Google’s headquarters in less than 45 minutes. UC Berkeley is just a mile away, making Gourmet District a great place for students, faculty, and staff to call home.
Live Oak Park, located near Shattuck Avenue between Eunice and Rose Streets, is ideal for everything from morning walks to outdoor sports and a plethora of other events. Amenities include basketball courts, a volleyball court, lighted tennis courts, picnic areas, and an open-air theater which hosts children’s plays and Shakespearean productions. Just east of Live Oak Park is the Berkeley Art Center which proudly displays a variety of exhibits, art openings, and lectures.
Alice Kahn first used the phrase “Gourmet Ghetto” over 40 years ago. The strip of Shattuck Avenue between Cedar and Vine streets is anchored by Alice Waters’ world-famous Chez Panisse Restaurant & Café, The Cheese Board Collective, and the original Peet’s Coffee & Tea. Each of these restaurants have been icons in the neighborhood for decades and there’s no sign of them slowing down anytime soon. Simply put, the area is a laid-back mecca for those who want to eat, drink, and live well.
Arlene Baxter
The Agency
2012 REALTOR of the Year, BAR
- DRE:
- #01209552
- Mobile:
- 510.717.1799
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Ambrish Chitnis
Arlene & Ambrish
Our collaborative process: 1+1 is greater than 2!
After nearly 30 years as a highly-respected solo agent, Arlene recently formed a partnership with Ambrish Chitnis, aligning around shared values: fiduciary responsibility, disciplined advice, and client-first decision-making. Together, we operate as trusted advisors — not salespeople — guiding clients through complex real estate decisions with clarity, rigor, and care. Our work emphasizes preparation, honest counsel, and long-term outcomes, including thoughtful consideration of energy efficiency and sustainable building choices where they matter most.
We work within the fastest feasible timeline while ensuring satisfaction on both sides of the table. We look forward to sharing how we will be your trusted partners and advisors, backed by strategic approaches and an amazing track reccord. We'll be your trusted team from advising on cost-effectve preparation of your home, making thorough disclosures, marketing to attract the greatest interest, to guiding you through an accepted offer to a successful close of escrow.
We work within the fastest feasible timeline while ensuring satisfaction on both sides of the table. We look forward to sharing how we will be your trusted partners and advisors, backed by strategic approaches and an amazing track reccord. We'll be your trusted team from advising on cost-effectve preparation of your home, making thorough disclosures, marketing to attract the greatest interest, to guiding you through an accepted offer to a successful close of escrow.
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2012 REALTOR of the Year, BAR
- DRE:
- #01209552
- Mobile:
- 510.717.1799
Ambrish Chitnis