Diana Yonkouski, Broker/Agency Owner Presents
Exceptional Updated Classic Berkeley Home
$1,298,000
1622 Scenic Ave, Berkeley
Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
1,815 sq ft
Neighborhood
Northside-Gourmet District
Main Level
3 Bedrooms and Fully Remodeled Bath - Square Feet: 1317
Separate Lower Level (Potential In-Law):
2 Additional Spaces and Permitted Full Bath - Square Feet: 498 sq ft
Unfinished Basement Area - Square Feet: 843 sq ft
Total Conditioned Square Feet: 1815 sq ft
Non-Living Space: 843 Sq ft
3 Bedrooms and Fully Remodeled Bath - Square Feet: 1317
Separate Lower Level (Potential In-Law):
2 Additional Spaces and Permitted Full Bath - Square Feet: 498 sq ft
Unfinished Basement Area - Square Feet: 843 sq ft
Total Conditioned Square Feet: 1815 sq ft
Non-Living Space: 843 Sq ft
Own a Berkeley Updated Gem
Timeless remodel. Flexible floor plan. Coveted Northside Gourmet District location.
Perfectly positioned in Berkeley’s coveted Northside Gourmet District, this beautifully updated 1928 home blends timeless craftsmanship with an exceptional, flexible floor plan — all in a prime “88 Walk Score” location just moments from Shattuck Avenue, UC Campus, parks, and commute options.
THE MAIN LEVEL The main level offers an excellent 3-bedroom layout filled with natural light, generous room sizes, abundant closets, and gleaming wood floors. Crown moldings, designer colors, and custom window coverings elevate the home’s classic character, while Pella clad double pane windows throughout provide both beauty and energy efficiency.
At the heart of the home, the chef’s kitchen and dining room were taken to the studs and thoughtfully reimagined by acclaimed contractor Custom Kitchens. The timeless remodeled kitchen opens seamlessly to the formal dining room with original built-ins and a breakfast bar—creating a warm and inviting space ideal for entertaining. A sweet deck just off the kitchen invites morning coffee or evening relaxation. The gorgeous full bath with tub completed the extensive remodel.
THE GARDEN UNIT The separate lower level offers remarkable flexibility with two garden rooms and a full tiled bath with shower —ideal for a home office, guest suite, creative space, or potential in-law setup. A slider door allows for entry on the driveway side, and a door opens to the garden on the other end. These spaces can be closed off or combined as owners desire.
UNFINISHED SPACE This level also includes ~843 square feet of laundry, workshop space, and extensive storage space.
Outside, mature professionally landscaped property! Irrigation surrounds the house including a charming stone patio—perfect for dining al fresco or enjoying Berkeley’s temperate climate year-round. The rear yard is fully fenced. A carport provides covered parking in the long driveway which can easily accommodate two cars.
Just blocks from the Rose Garden, Codornices Park, and Live Oak Park, and near the vibrant shops and cafés of Shattuck Avenue, this home offers an unbeatable Northside lifestyle in one of Berkeley’s most treasured neighborhoods. Chez Panisse, Cheese Board, Saul's are a few of the all-time favorite neighborhood restaurants, the original Peet's Coffee is just a few short blocks away. Andronicos & Safeway both are a hop, skip and jump from this property.
AT A GLANCE
Main Level: 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath
Remodeled (to the Studs) Kitchen
Garden Level: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
Basement: ~843 Sq Ft
New Roof (permit in 2023)
Pella Double Pane Windows w/Screens
Whole House Fan
Tankless Water Heater
General Inspection by Inspector Ian
Pest Inspection (~$2100) by Gen Tech
Engineer Designed Recent Foundation Upgrades w/Permit
Fireplace Inspection & Corrections
Sewer Lateral Compliant
BESO Score: 2 - Ready for Choice of Upgrade (s)
Not In Special Studies Zones
MOVE IN READY!!!
Walk Through! Via 3D Virtual Tour
Floor Plans
Floor plan
Let me Introduce you to the Gourmet District A Neighborhood You Need to Know
This popular Berkley neighborhood is known by at least a few names, including Gourmet Gulch, North Shattuck ,and Gourmet Ghetto. Located less than a mile north of Downtown Berkley, 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 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 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 District' 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 Ghetto 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 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 District” 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 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 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 District' 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 Ghetto 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 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 District” 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.
Diana Yonkouski, Broker/Owner
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