1440 Benton St, Alameda, CA 94501

Situated on a pretty tree-lined street full of stately, well-appointed homes, this spectacular Colonial Revival was built in 1896 & is exceptional in every way. The home offers 5BR, 2.5BA, a formal LR & DR, an eat-in kitchen, office, detached garage & a partially finished full 1,350 SF basement that offers potential expansion. Beautifully preserved vintage features include hardwood floors, 10-ft coved ceilings, crown moulding, stained glass & bay windows, pocket doors, picture rails, 2 stunning fireplaces, elegant millwork & sunlit rooms. The lush landscaped backyard includes mature lemon/orange trees, an expansive lawn and a sweet gazebo. Just minutes to downtown Park St. & 5 minutes on foot or bike to Franklin Elementary school, the home offers easy access to I-880, BART, Webster Tube, the SF Ferry, Casual Carpool & tech shuttles. This is an unparalleled opportunity to own an impressive, truly beautiful vintage home in a highly desirable central Alameda location.