653 San Fernando Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707
- $1,395,000
- 3
- BD
- 2
- BA
- 1,893
- SqFt
- List Price
- $1,395,000
- Status
- ACTIVE
- MLS#
- 41144763
- Year Built
- 1924
- Property Type
- Detached
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Full Bathrooms
- 2
- Living Area
- 1,893
- Lot Size
- 4,872
- Acres
- 0.11
- County
- Alameda
- Subdivision
- Thousand Oaks
Property Description
Welcome to Casa Verde! Nestled in Thousand Oaks, on one of North Berkeley's most desirable tree-lined streets, 653 San Fernando Avenue offers the perfect blend of classic character, thoughtful improvements, and exceptional versatility. Just moments from the vibrant shops, cafés, restaurants, and neighborhood favorites along Solano Avenue, this home places you in the heart of one of Berkeley's most sought-after communities while offering a peaceful residential setting. Inside, the home has been enhanced with valuable updates, including recent foundation improvements that provide added peace of mind. The home is full of character and warmth and features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and gleaming hardwood floors throughout. The primary suite boasts a recently renovated spa-like bathroom. A thoughtfully converted attic expands the living space with additional square footage, offering flexibility for a guest retreat, creative studio, or private workspace. The expansive finished basement provides even more opportunities to fit your lifestyle. Whether you envision a home office, media room, fitness area, family room, wine cellar or bonus recreation space, this versatile level offers endless potential. The enchanting backyard is a true retreat, shaded by magnificent mature oak trees that create a magical canopy for outdoor entertaining, quiet mornings, or relaxing evenings surrounded by nature. Close proximity to local parks, trails, Tilden Park and all that Berkeley has to offer. Experience the unique combination of neighborhood charm, natural beauty, and flexible living spaces that make this property an exceptional place to call home. Energy score of 5.
Additional Information
- Style
- Craftsman
- Stories
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 1
- Appliances
- Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Fireplace Features
- Dining Room, Living Room
- Flooring
- Hardwood Flrs Throughout
- Kitchen Features
- Breakfast Nook, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator
- Laundry Features
- Dryer, Washer
- Lot Description
- Secluded, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped
- Total Number of Rooms
- 7
- Parking Features
- Attached, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
- Pool Type
- None
- Roof
- Composition Shingles
- Water Sewer
- Public
- Elementary School
- Berkeley (510) 644-6150
- High School
- Berkeley (510) 644-6150
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Listing courtesy of Nicole Tamayo from Vanguard Properties. 510-282-9748
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