Laura Arechiga & Faye Keogh Present

Exceptional North Berkeley Investment

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$1,590,000

1311 Oxford Street, Berkeley

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Property Details

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beds

4

baths

3

interior

3,158 sq ft

neighborhood

North Berkeley

In a central North Berkeley location, this spacious duplex presents an attractive opportunity for extended family housing or rental income. Architecturally intriguing, the property is conveniently situated near N.Berkeley shops, restaurants, public transit, parks, and UC Berkeley campus.

The upper unit, 1311, boasts generous living spaces, a study alcove in the living room, and abundant natural light. It features a large bedroom with an attached office, a second bedroom opening onto a small deck and stairs, an updated bathroom, and an in-unit washer/dryer.

The lower unit, 1309, on the main level, shares a similar floor plan with original kitchen, ample communal areas, and a large bedroom with an attached study/sunroom. It includes one original bathroom and a second bedroom with an en-suite bath that opens onto a rear deck, a small garden, and an in-unit washer/dryer.

The property offers two garages at the end of the driveway shared with a neighbor, two storage rooms, a petite garden area, and a patio with a trellis. While the foundation and systems require updating or repair, the potential rewards are undoubtedly worthwhile.

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Neighborhood

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Perched above the city and offering the best panoramic views in the entire Bay Area, North Berkeley Hills is an incredibly peaceful residential neighborhood, yet not far from the hustle and bustle of the city’s more urban areas. Homes in the neighborhood are built in a variety of styles and feature spacious patio decks, manicured lawns and lushly landscaped gardens.

Depending on where you live, North Berkeley Hills residents can enjoy views of the San Francisco and Oakland skylines, the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and Mount Tamalpais. For even more great views plus a variety of great outdoor activities, residents can take a short trip to nearby Tilden Regional Park. Park amenities vary between free and paid activities. Free activities available at TIlden Park include a beautiful botanical garden, the Little Farm, and nearly 40 miles of scenic hiking trails. For a small fee, the public can also swim at Lake Anza, take a spin on the Merry-Go-Round, or enjoy a round of golf at Tilden Park Golf Course.

Some residents in the southern part of North Berkeley Hills are within walking distance of the thriving retail district on Solano Avenue. Featuring a wide variety of stores, shops, and plenty of great restaurants, including:
Safeway Community Markets: Located at the southwest corner of Solano and Fresno Avenues, this is a great place to check off everything on your grocery list.
Noor & Sons Rug Gallery: Find handcrafted Oriental Rugs for your home, as well as rug cleaning and repair services.
Peet’s Coffee: It all started in Berkeley, and this location is ideal for your morning cup of coffee before you begin your commute.
Additionally, foodies who love a variety of cuisines are just a short walk or drive away from the infamous Gourmet Ghetto neighborhood.

Despite its elevated location, North Berkeley Hills is extremely transit-friendly. The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District bus lines that serve the neighborhood drop residents at the Downtown Berkeley BART station for a quick commute to downtown San Francisco. Berkeley Hills residents who live near the western section of the neighborhood are less than one mile away from the heart of UC Berkeley, making it a great area for faculty and administrators to live.