﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Latest properties on the market from Ira &amp; Carol Serkes CRS, ABR, GRI, ePro 500, SRES.</title><link>http://www.2564BuenaVista.com</link><description>The latest properties on the market in Berkeley California.</description><item><title>2 Bedroom 2 + Bathroom Craftsman, Sold $726,300</title><link>http://www.690colusa.com</link><category>Real Estate</category><generator>AgencyLogic.com</generator><description>Architecturally distinctive two story Craftsman is located in Berkeley’s wonderful Thousand Oaks neighborhood, just six blocks from the top of Solano shops, restaurants and movie theater. 

Glowing golden wood details throughout: formal dining room built-ins; French doors; window and ceiling trim; elegant central staircase. 

On the main living level: spacious center hall; half bath off the main entry; living room with gas starter fireplace and bay window; refinished softwood floors in kitchen; laundry area and an understairs pantry. French doors open to a small patio and front garden.

On the second level: a master suite with clawfoot tub; second bedroom and second full shower bath upstairs. 

Carport space for one car and a partial basement. Low pest report and recent upgrading of earthquake retrofit work done in 2004; some windows have been replaced with dual paned glass; recent painting of interior spaces and exterior trim. 

Easy public transportation to San Francisco via nearby express bus stop.  Walk Score of 85 - “Very Walkable” from walkscore.com 

Neighborhood information at 1000oaksneighborhood.com

MLS #40430672; Built: 1925;  Home: 1,758 Sq. Ft.; Lot Size: 3,080 Sq. Ft.

Source: Public Records: Please Note: Square Footage Is Not Guaranteed By Sellers or Agents.</description><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>2 + Bedroom 2 Bathroom Spanish Med, Sold $900,000</title><link>http://www.2564BuenaVista.com</link><category>Real Estate</category><generator>AgencyLogic.com</generator><description>Romantic Spanish/Med with bridge &amp; bay views has been artfully remodeled.  Located Northside, not far from University of California &amp; wonderful Berkeley shops &amp; restaurants!  

In the space that was originally an outdoor courtyard, an enclosed sunsplashed atrium is now the heart of this lovely 1931 home.   

Open &amp; bright, with sunlit main living level space: two sided gas/ceramic log fireplace; built-ins; cathedral ceiling with carved &amp; painted trusses; elegant custom lighting &amp; period fixtures.  

Split-level with bedrooms &amp; baths upstairs; two master suites: one has a fireplace, two closets &amp; bonus space with views to the atrium below; second bedroom opens through an iron gate to a landscaped terraced garden that features winding paths, flagstone terraces, lily pond, waterfalls &amp; exterior lighting!   

Recent interior eco-paint; exterior painting; new stainless appliances, range hood exhaust fan &amp; limestone counter; careful attention paid to preserving classic details: iron frame windows throughout &amp; some have been reconditioned &amp; reglazed; re-tiled bath;   

Mexican tile &amp; rustic wood details; wall sconces; copper gutters &amp; downspouts.   

Detached enclosed one car garage.   

Structural/seismic/systems upgrades over the last three years include foundation per engineering recommendations &amp; 100 amp electrical service. 

To the west and down the hill....Chez Panisse, French Hotel, Epicurious and more great North Berkeley shops and restaurants.

On UC Berkeley’s Northside of campus with easy access to : Lawrence Berkeley Labs; Greek Theater; Cal Stadium; Maxwell Field; Haas Business School; Boalt Hall and Euclid Avenue shops; La Val’s Pizza; Analog Books; Celia’s Mexican Restaurant. 

There are 3 nearby bus lines. The 65 and 52L bus take you to the Downtown Berkeley BART Station. The 52L loops right around most of the UC Berkeley Campus, and the F line goes to San Francisco.   Sq.Ft.: 1,970 (per building permit application &amp; architectural plans); Lot: 6,120; Built: 1931:   

Square footage not verified or guaranteed by seller or agent. 

Neighborhood information at http://www.berkeleyhomes.com/neighborhoods/berkeley/uc-northside-southside.html</description><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>