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An ideal, commute-friendly Central Berkeley home with a detached ADU
$1,695,000
2429 - 2431 McKinley Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94703
Presented by
Susie Wyshak & Amanda Brunato
Susie Wyshak & Amanda Brunato
Property Details
Square Footage
3,300 sq ft
Neighborhood
Central Berkeley
House bedroomss
4
House baths
2.5
Adu bedrooms
1
Adu baths
1
Mls#
41142201
This Central Berkeley property with two homes checks all the boxes, for Berkeley learners, San Francisco commuters and everyone in between.
It's not often a single-family home with a permitted, detached ADU come to market in Central Berkeley. Now's your chance.
MLS #41142201
Set on a tree-lined street in Central Berkeley, this Spanish-style 4-bedroom, 2.5 bath main home and 1 bedroom, detached ADU inspire gatherings, indoor/outdoor living, calm, and flexibility. The location puts BART, buses and the very best of Berkeley within easy reach. With a 90 Walk Score and 94 Bike Score, this location is a dream for commuters and locals alike.
A Magical Space
In 2003, the owners re-imagined the 1925 bungalow, lifting the structure to build an entirely new ground floor complete with a new foundation, updated systems, arched doorways, efficient Andersen windows and soaring 9-foot ceilings. The result: 2619sf of space with the airy, elevated feel of a Mediterranean villa, modern comforts, and quality that endures. The home's artistry begins at the covered porch, where you're greeted by a magnificent front door, hand-crafted from reclaimed Oakland Acacia wood by renowned Zen woodworker Paul Discoe.
A custom black iron railing lines the staircase, leading to a primary suite that spans the entire west side of the upper level. Afternoon light bathes this retreat overlooking a calming olive tree. Work in the bright office nook and enjoy an en-suite bath with a vintage clawfoot tub. Three more upstairs bedrooms share a refreshed hallway bathroom with a shower/tub combo.
Downstairs, refinished Jatoba cherry wood floors glow under light pouring through arched windows. Flow from the great room to the dining room to the kitchen-an open-concept layout ideal for daily life and lively parties. Wood cabinetry, Saltillo tile floors, a granite island with bar sink, gas range, breakfast area, and sliding glass doors anchor this warm, refined space. A powder room is tucked discreetly nearby. Wander out to the bamboo-lined patio for coffee, work and relaxation.
Beyond a redwood privacy fence, the permitted, 667sf ADU is ideal as a rental or communal / multigenerational living. An open floor plan, updated kitchen and bath, vaulted ceilings with skylights and serene garden setting make the ADU a true haven. Got stuff? Just beyond the ADU, a large custom-built storage shed with shelving makes it easy to move in and downsize later.
A long driveway easily accommodates two tandem-parked vehicles. Newly installed dryscaping of granite, slate, flagstone and river pebbles animate the entry, walkways and two distinct backyards. Plus, there's owned solar for both homes!
A Wonderful Place
Just blocks to three private and public elementary schools (Walden, Washington and Berkwood Hedge), Berkeley High School, Berkeley City College, a Buddhist temple and many other places of worship, favorite neighborhood cafés, a tot lot on Roosevelt St, Berkeley Central Library, Trader Joe’s, shops, YMCA, restaurants, parks, Downtown Berkeley BART, UC Berkeley, with easy access to Lawrence Berkeley Lab. The original Berkeley Bowl is close, too!
A designated bike route on Channing St leads to a fully separated bike corridor on Milvia street allowing an easy 10 minute level ride to North Berkeley gourmet stores and cafes, and south towards the Ashby BART Station.
This Berkeley community in the Historic Spaulding-McGee District is tightknit. An active neighborhood community association, which includes up to ten households each with residency of 25 years plus on this block, sponsoring semi-annual block parties as well as other free occasional neighborhood activities. Watch for the famed “cactus-christmas tree light” display in late November - January at the end of the block.
Whether you're seeking a spacious Berkeley home, co-housing, an income-producing property, or space for multiple generations, this is a rare, central offering with remarkable possibilities.
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Susie Wyshak
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