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Timeless Charm with Room to Dream
Listed for $1,695,000
About This Home
On a quiet, tree-lined street in coveted Elmwood, this charming Craftsman offers a rare combination of space, character, and possibility. Set on a large, level lot and cherished by the same family for more than 50 years, it is a home with a rich history and an inviting future. Beautiful natural light, enduring period details, and generous rooms create a welcoming setting to enjoy today while imagining the updates that will make it distinctly yours. A spacious living room anchored by a fireplace opens directly to the dining room and adjoining sunroom, creating a lovely flow for everyday living and gatherings with friends. The kitchen retains its original countertops and fixtures, bringing a touch of vintage charm and an opportunity to reimagine the space to suit your taste. A bedroom overlooking the yard and a bathroom complete this level, providing a comfortable retreat for visitors or flexible space for daily life.
Historic Charm, Inspiring Potential
Upstairs, four spacious bedrooms share a hall bath. Two bedrooms have adjoining sitting rooms or offices, offering appealing possibilities for working from home, reading, creative pursuits, or simply enjoying a little extra room to unwind.
Outside, the generous level yard invites a life connected to the garden. Established flowerbeds and fruit trees provide a beautiful starting point, with ample room for planting, play, outdoor dining, and relaxed afternoons. The former detached garage has more recently served as an art studio and workshop, where vaulted ceilings and abundant light create an inspiring space for creative projects. A spacious driveway provides plenty of additional parking.
Listed in public records as a duplex, the property has been used over the years as both an income property and a single-family home. That history, together with its flexible floor plan, adds another dimension to its considerable potential.
Elmwood’s beloved shops and restaurants are close by, with convenient access to two BART stations and opportunities to explore nearby trails and nature. Here, neighborhood charm and everyday convenience come together in an especially appealing setting.
Comfortable and livable as it stands, this home will benefit from thoughtful updating. For buyers drawn to authentic Craftsman character, a beautiful lot, and an exceptional location, it offers the opportunity to settle in, make improvements over time, and create a personal sanctuary in one of Berkeley’s most sought-after neighborhoods.
Outside, the generous level yard invites a life connected to the garden. Established flowerbeds and fruit trees provide a beautiful starting point, with ample room for planting, play, outdoor dining, and relaxed afternoons. The former detached garage has more recently served as an art studio and workshop, where vaulted ceilings and abundant light create an inspiring space for creative projects. A spacious driveway provides plenty of additional parking.
Listed in public records as a duplex, the property has been used over the years as both an income property and a single-family home. That history, together with its flexible floor plan, adds another dimension to its considerable potential.
Elmwood’s beloved shops and restaurants are close by, with convenient access to two BART stations and opportunities to explore nearby trails and nature. Here, neighborhood charm and everyday convenience come together in an especially appealing setting.
Comfortable and livable as it stands, this home will benefit from thoughtful updating. For buyers drawn to authentic Craftsman character, a beautiful lot, and an exceptional location, it offers the opportunity to settle in, make improvements over time, and create a personal sanctuary in one of Berkeley’s most sought-after neighborhoods.
Property Details
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
2,554 sq ft
Neighborhood
Elmwood
Floor plan
Explore the Neighborhood
The much sought-after neighborhood of Elmwood has a rich architectural history. Early 20th-century houses, estates, and some of the more notable homes designed by prominent turn-of-the-century Bay Area architect Julia Morgan can be found in this neighborhood. The local shopping district centered on the intersection of College and Ashby avenues is a bustling hive of activity, featuring an array of gourmet eateries, boutique shops, cafes, and restaurants. Residents of Elmwood also enjoy an easy walk to public transportation, a library, and parks. For an only-in-Elmwood experience, visit Mrs. Dalloway's, a shop that combines a bookstore and garden supplies, or Rialto Cinemas Elmwood, a Berkeley city landmark that houses a three-screen cinema. In terms of hyperlocal culture, Julia Morgan Theatre offers camps and classes as well as performances of music, dance, and theater throughout the year.
If you continue on College Avenue, one direction leads straight to the UC Berkeley campus, the other to nearby Rockridge with its own vibrant shopping and dining scene, as well as the closest BART station. Timeless appea l means this historic neighborhood stays up to date and high desireable by all age groups.
If you continue on College Avenue, one direction leads straight to the UC Berkeley campus, the other to nearby Rockridge with its own vibrant shopping and dining scene, as well as the closest BART station. Timeless appea l means this historic neighborhood stays up to date and high desireable by all age groups.
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