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Sat May 30th  2:00pm — 4:00pm (3 more…)
Sun May 31st  2:00pm — 4:30pm
Thu June 4th  9:00am — 12:00pm
Sun June 7th  2:00pm — 4:30pm
Price: $849,000
Beds: 2
Baths: 1
Living Area SqFt: 998
Status: Active
Property Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Size Acres: 0.10
Lot Size SqFt: 4,380
Year Built: 1921
Neighborhood: Poets Corner
Days on Website: 1

Courtesy of Cole Nelson, Compass 510-339-6460

Property Description

In 1986, a prolific neighborhood artist began a lifetime of memories in this airy Berkeley Bungalow. Over four decades, this home served as a sanctuary where she raised her family, nurtured her craft, & poured her soul into every corner. 2220 Acton is more than just a house; it is a living canvas now ready for its next chapter. Stepping inside this 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Berkeley Bungalow, you are greeted by natural light & beautiful period details. The living room features a cozy fireplace that adds warmth & character. Adjacent lies the formal dining room, boasting built-in cabinets & hardwood floors that offer an inviting backdrop for memorable gatherings. The bright kitchen features ample storage, a new refrigerator, & a freshly updated countertop, sink, & faucet. Both serene bedrooms are positioned at the rear of the home, facing the deep yard. The bathroom features a classic clawfoot tub & shower, allowing you to freshen up in vintage style. Tucked off the kitchen, a spiral staircase leads down to the finished basement rooms. Once bustling with art supplies, this versatile area also offers laundry facilities & plenty of extra storage space. Further enjoy peace of mind with practical infrastructure upgrades, including an updated electrical panel & newer roof. The beautifully landscaped yard is designed for effortless outdoor entertaining or quiet summer evenings. The attached garage is a creator’s dream, equipped with ample track lighting to display artwork, alongside a 220v outlet once installed to power a pottery kiln. From the finished basement, French doors open to a new patio. Follow the flagstone path deeper into the yard, where the historic family redwood tree provides a majestic canopy of shade. Cultivate your own farm-to-table lifestyle with raised garden beds perfect for vegetables, surrounded by fresh plantings that invite the local bees & butterflies. Nestled in Berkeley’s Poet’s Corner, this home offers community warmth & urban convenience. You are a stone’s throw from Charlie Dorr Mini Park & Strawberry Creek Park. With a Bike Score of 99 & Walk Score of 88, you are under a mile from North Berkeley BART & enjoy easy freeway access. Located near University Avenue, you are moments from excellent cafes & restaurants. BESO score of 5. Come experience the warmth, history, & unparalleled location of this quintessential Berkeley Bungalow!

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Property Details and Features

  • Appliances & Equipment
  • Appliances: “Gas Range”, “Free-Standing Range”, “Refrigerator”
  • Other Equipment: “None”
  • Bathrooms
  • 1 full bathroom
  • 1 total bathroom
  • Bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Building
  • Construction Materials: “Wood Shingles”, “Wood Siding”
  • Living Area: 998
  • Year Built: 1921
  • Level – Street: “2 Bedrooms”, “1 Bath”, “Main Entry”
  • Cooling
  • Cooling: “None”
  • Fireplaces
  • Fireplace Included
  • Floors
  • Flooring: “Hardwood”, “Laminate”, “Other”
  • Garage
  • 1 garage space
  • Garage Included
  • Heating
  • Heating: “Gravity”
  • Heating Included
  • Laundry
  • Features: “Dryer”, “In Basement”, “Washer”
  • Location
  • Subdivision Name: Poets Corner
  • Lot
  • Lot Features: “Level”, “Back Yard”, “Front Yard”, “Landscaped”
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1
  • Lot Size Area: 4380
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4380
  • Parcel Number: 5619937
  • Parking
  • Parking Features: “Attached”, “Off Street”, “Garage Faces Front”, “On Street”
  • Pool
  • Pool Features: “None”
  • Property
  • Property Condition: “Existing”
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Roof
  • Roof: “Composition Shingles”
  • Utilities
  • Electric: “No Solar”
  • Water Source: “Public”
  • Listing
  • Sale/rent: For Sale
  • $851 per square foot

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$849,000 – 2220 Acton St, Berkeley, CA 94702

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