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Pamela Oettel

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$1,695,000

Est. payment - /mo

5 Beds

3.5 Baths

3,286 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 3,286 sqft

Price per Sqft $515

Subdivision Central Berkeley

MLS Listing ID 41142201

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 3

Half Baths 1

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1925

Lot Size 5,070 Sqft

Acres 0.12

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

Discover 2429-2431 McKinley Ave, a rare Central Berkeley property with nearly 3,300sf of living space across two homes. Set on a tree-lined street, the Spanish-style 4-bedroom, 2.5 bath main home and 1 bedroom, detached ADU inspire gatherings, indoor/outdoor living, calm, and flexibility. This 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. 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 or multi-generational 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? You'll love the large storage shed with shelving. The community is tightknit, and you're close to a cross-town bike corridor, UC Berkeley, City College, Berkeley High and top-rated K-8 schools, Trader Joe's, Civic Center Park, farmers market, YMCA, places of worship, library, cafes, shops, restaurants and venues. Home Energy Score 4. Owned solar for both homes.

Location

State CA

County Alameda

Rooms

Basement Crawl Space

Interior

Interior Features Formal Dining Room, In-Law Floorplan, Office

Heating Natural Gas, Central

Cooling No Air Conditioning

Flooring Tile, Wood

Fireplaces Type None

Fireplace No

Window Features Skylight(s)

Appliance Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater

Laundry Dryer, Washer

Exterior

Exterior Feature Garden, Storage, Entry Gate, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance

Garage Spaces 2.0

Pool None

Utilities Available Natural Gas Connected

Total Parking Spaces 2

Private Pool false

Building

Lot Description 2 Houses / 1 Lot, Level, Security Gate

Story 2

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Water District

Architectural Style Spanish

Level or Stories Two Story

New Construction Yes

Schools

School District Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Others

Tax ID 55190224

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Listed by Susan Wyshak • Compass

2431 Mckinley AVE Berkeley, CA 94703