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Patricia Beattie

patricia@brivio.com +1(415) 286-8292

Listed by Nicole Tamayo • Vanguard Properties

$1,395,000

Est. payment - /mo

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,893 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,893 sqft

Price per Sqft $736

Subdivision Thousand Oaks

MLS Listing ID 41144763

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1924

Lot Size 4,872 Sqft

Property Sub-Type Detached

Source Bridge AOR

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.

Location

State CA

County Alameda

Interior

Heating Central

Cooling Room Air

Flooring Hardwood Flrs Throughout

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Dining Room, Living Room

Fireplace Yes

Appliance Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer

Laundry Dryer, Washer

Exterior

Garage Spaces 1.0

Pool None

Private Pool false

Building

Lot Description Secluded, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped

Story 2

Water Public

Architectural Style Craftsman

Schools

School District Berkeley (510) 644-6150, Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Others

Special Listing Condition Standard

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Patricia Beattie

+1(415) 286-8292

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653 San Fernando Ave Berkeley, CA 94707

Patricia Beattie

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