1177 Regent St, Alameda, CA 94501

This historic Alameda Victorian cottage, standing proud since 1881, wonderfully embodies the Transitional Gothic-Eastlake era. From the early expansion of the railroad to Alameda, to housing citizens at this home during World War II, and to the growth of colorful modern day neighborhoods, the character-filled life and history of this home is palpable. From the front, the stately façade contrasts freshly painted gray siding ornamented with white gingerbread trim, a more subtle two-color paint scheme in vogue at the time of its building. Spanning the width of the home is a welcoming front porch with thick columns, fan-like brackets, and a decorative balustrade – where for over a century families and guests could sit, visit, and watch the world go by. The home is set on an oversized manicured lot—with full driveway access—which only adds to the appeal. Main Level - Inside, a step into each grand room reveals an Italianate style typical of early mansions, with thick baseboards, gold picture-hanging rails, wall sconces, porcelain doorknobs, a wide sliding pocket double-door on brass rails, and sash lifts and porcelain locks on the copious tall windows. Two transom windows adorn the front and back doors. The bright, voluminous floor plan features a front parlor, sitting room with a broad bay window, regal dining room with a large medallion plate for a chandelier, and a full-sized kitchen with butler’s pantry. The large sun-filled kitchen is a clean slate for any design to be implemented. Second Level - A rich hardwood banister leads upstairs, where three bedrooms are situated under the home’s gables, and a fourth bedroom from an 1893 addition provides both a sitting area/office and a sleeping area. All bedrooms access the vintage bath with original wainscotting, an original marble vanity and a classic claw foot tub. Atypical of a traditional Victorian is that the rooms include generously sized closets. Providing further utility, the home has a large semi-finished basement offering a multitude of uses. This Victorian’s fine craftsmanship and charm live on—providing not only a place to call home but also a structure that will forever remain a part of history.