1154 Spruce St

Description

Seller Financing Available! Welcome to this Sweet Home Berkeley, a beautifully updated Farmhouse-style home in the lower Berkeley Hills! This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom gem offers $240,000 in upgrades, blending charm with modern comfort. Set back for privacy, it features two off-street parking spaces plus a new carport for three more vehicles, complete with a 220V EV charger hookup. The spacious flat backyard is perfect for outdoor enjoyment, and the home is ideally located near North Shattuck, Solano Avenue, and easy transit to SF and Oakland. Structural updates include a new foundation with seismic bracing, PVC and copper plumbing, updated gas lines, and improved venting for the HVAC and dryer. A new electrical panel, added outlets, and full wiring for a 7-camera security system enhance efficiency and security. The remodeled upstairs bathroom features new tile floors, a double vanity, a new toilet, and an outlet for a bidet option. Thoughtful touches like a custom shoe cubby, Elfa closet shelving, and recessed lighting throughout add functionality. Outdoor upgrades include a new backyard fence, low-maintenance landscaping, and a privacy hedge that will grow up to 20 feet tall. With sewer lateral and BESO compliance completed, this move-in-ready home is a rare find.