Set on a quiet, tree-lined street in South Berkeley, this gated and private home offers an ideal blend of location, function and thoughtful upgrades. Located close to Ashby BART, you’re one stop from Downtown Berkeley and the UC Berkeley campus, with easy access to San Francisco and the East Bay. Nearby cafs, restaurants and Ohlone Park make everyday living both convenient and connected. The property features a long gated driveway with additional ample off-street parking, a Level 2 EV charger, and a private backyard retreat with a wood pergola, deck and newly installed hot tubperfect for entertaining or quiet evenings at home. Originally rebuilt from the studs in 1995 and extensively renovated in 2017, this home has benefited from over $300,000 in improvements, including a roof replacement in 2020, tankless water heater and an owned solar system producing approximately 7,000 kW annually. A finished attic provides flexible bonus space of ~500sf, and the home is located within the Berkeley Unified School District near well-regarded schools, offering comfortable Berkeley living with room for the future. HOA fee covers: Master insurance policy, water, pest and landscaping. Open House Sat 2/14 11am-1pm & Sun 2/15 1-4pm.