1004 Ventura Ave, Albany, CA 94706

Located on a friendly block in arguably one of the best locations the East Bay has to offer is 1004 Ventura Avenue. This 2548 square foot home has enjoyed significant pride of ownership over the last 30 years. In 2008, a substantial top to bottom renovation was completed which entailed all new systems. The completely new foundation is substantial and includes steel frames for added stability and strength. Blue jean insulation was used throughout which keeps the temperatures constantly comfortable. 90% of the windows were replaced with top quality Marvin windows. All of the electrical was redone and the home is electric car ready with a 100amp circuit! The entire plumbing system was also replaced including on demand water heater. In 2017, the current owners completed a $150,000 remodel. The expansive kitchen features custom cabinets, a 42" sub zero refrigerator / freezer, a 36" dual fuel wolf range and top of the line Asko dishwasher. The kitchen also has direct access to rear deck and back yard. The counters are Cambria quartz and the floors are a beautiful white oak. The master bathroom is truly spa like with 11' vaulted ceilings, 3 massive solar powered skylights, heated floors and separate toilet room with a Toto washlet. The top level of the home includes 2 generous bedrooms including a master with views of the bay. 1 year old full size LG washer and dryer are also on this level. The main level has an open concept living / dining / kitchen, a spacious half bath and a third bedroom. The living room has a beautiful bay window along with gas fireplace. The lower level has a ~ 400 sq ft "bedroom" which could easily serve as a space for guests or as a rumpus room. It has direct access to the garden and a private bathroom. The back yard has a large deck, level lawn area, multiple fruit trees, veggie beds and more. Beyond the upgrades to the home, the location is truly spectacular. Within just 4 blocks is the local elementary school, just a few blocks further are the middle school and high school. 4 blocks the other way is famed Monterey Market and within a mile is a large new Whole Foods market. Easy access to BART and UC Berkeley leave little to be desired. The neighbors are fantastic and the property is being offered for rent by the owner who is a local real estate broker. No property managers to deal with, just a super responsive, hands on owner who will address anything needed immediately. Tenant pays all utilities. Prefer no pets but we can discuss it.