Experience the best of Berkeley and Oakland in this beautifully renovated 2BD/2BA Craftsman, a calm and quiet refuge in the heart of the city. Enter the 1309 SQFT home's classic foyer with an original leaded glass window, built-in bookshelves and cabinets. The home is rich with architectural details including a coffered ceiling, period fireplace, wainscotting, bay windows, and hardwood floors. The upgraded eat-in kitchen offers butcher block and quartz counters, stylish shelving, cabinets and tiling, plus access to the enchanting rear garden for indoor/outdoor living. Two bright bedrooms share two updated baths, one with a clawfoot tub and one offering a timeless contemporary look with standing shower. The living room can also double as a third bedroom or guest room, complete with dual custom closets. Through the laundry/mudroom, enter the beautiful secluded backyard, featuring stonework, mature landscaping, and new fencing. A basement spans the length of the house - phenomenal expansion potential! The home offers gated off-street parking. Nearby coveted Peralta Elementary, BART, Berkeley Bowl, Whole Foods, & UC Berkeley. Sewer and sidewalk compliant!