1521 Pacific Ave Alameda, CA 94501

Built in 1908 on a Central Alameda street lined with picturesque Craftsman and Victorian homes, this beautiful Colonial Revival home is filled with preserved original features blended seamlessly w/21st-century updates. Situated on a sunny corner lot with wonderful curb appeal, this spacious duplex features a flexible floor plan with 2 BR/1 BA/LR/DR/kitchen + laundry room in the upper owner unit, plus 2 BR/1 BA/family room/eat-in kitchen/laundry in a lower garden apt that has a separate entrance. Spacious at nearly 2100 SF, this special, move-in-ready home provides many opportunities: a totally updated owner flat w/a legal rental unit beneath (short or long term), a level-in in-law unit, or potential conversion into a large SFR with an expansive family room + home offices. Beautifully preserved original features include leaded glass & bay windows, hardwood floors, 9-ft coved ceilings, a fabulous fireplace, original built-ins & more. Both bathrooms & the spacious kitchens have been remodeled, keeping the home's age & vintage aesthetics in mind. Closets include California Closet + Elfa custom organizers. Fabulous front garden + private fenced garden/patio in back. Detached garage converted into a studio or home office. Minutes to downtown Park St! Exceptional, both inside and out!