5 bedroom house for sale

Overview

A two-level duplex in West Berkeley ready for improvements throughout! An additional structure spans the rear section of the lot. The backyard has mature plants that include a lemon tree, plum trees, large jade plant and camelia and lush flowers. A partially gated driveway has a stunning bougainvillea and leads to a breezeway that continues to the back yard. Both units have front and back access. The upper unit has a high-ceilinged front living room, large kitchen/dining/family room combo, pantry area and three additional rooms, one opening from the living room, one from the kitchen combo and one from the pantry. A single bath with bright sunlight is located at the rear of the unit. The lower unit opens to a large open floor plan living area with the kitchen at the back. Additional rooms include a bedroom at the front and two connected rooms opening from the large room and the further one with a direct exit to the back yard. A single bath at the rear also opens to the breezeway. Part of a row of older homes, this duplex is in the heart of West Berkeley, close to Berkeley Bowl West, artist studios, smaller commercial buildings and the French-American school campuses. Easy bus and freeway access close to both San Pablo and Ashby and just blocks to nearby restaurants.