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Just Listed and Open Sun | Nov 23 | 2 - 4:30 2 Bedroom | 2 Bathroom | Condo 1360 SF | Bay Views | Ground Level | Single Level | 2 Garages

This spacious beachfront condo is located on the picturesque Shoreline of Alameda, with a sweeping view of the Bay, and breathtaking sunsets.

From the front door, you are greeted with a direct water view as the entry hall leads you into the entertaining spaces of the home. The spacious kitchen features updated appliances, including a Whirlpool refrigerator, dishwasher and oven with electric stovetop, plus a built-in Maytag microwave. A hand-laid glass subway tile backsplash paired with dark granite countertops lends a modern and artisanal feel to the space as does the updated stainless steel split sink and new Koehler faucet. The ceramic tile flooring complements the bright, freshly painted cabinets and brushed nickel pulls. The kitchen also features a hidden laundry station with an Amana top loading washer and GE dryer with overhead cabinets for storage. A sliding glass door opens from the kitchen to the inner atrium area allowing for an open, airy feel to the space. Modern ceiling fixtures and under cabinet lighting add to the contemporary feel while providing ample soft light.

Conveniently located off of the kitchen, the dining space opens to the living room for an open, airy atmosphere that is perfect for entertaining. The dining room features a modern, sculptural light fixture with a capiz shell inlay to complement the beach atmosphere of this home. The living room is framed by a sweeping view of the bay with a large sliding glass door that opens right onto the patio. Abundant natural light flows through the space, with additional light provided by an updated ceiling fixture, ideal for any style of dcor. The living room includes an intimate alcove right next to the patio, perfect for a sunny reading nook or home office space.

The jewel of this spacious and sunny condo is the beachfront patio. The coastal view is lined with a charming and textured driftwood-like fence. The stone patio is accented with lush succulents and other drought-resistant grasses and beach style landscaping. The patio is perfect for entertaining day or evening, and providing spectacular sunset views most nights of the year. Accessible from both the living room and the Master Suite, the patio offers plenty of space for a dining table or sun loungers, plus an outdoor grill or patio fireplace for dinner parties as well as intimate evenings.

Back inside of this cleverly designed space, the hallway separates the bedrooms and numerous closets from the common areas, while still allowing easy access to the guest bath. This layout makes the most of the open living areas while maintaining a sense of privacy for the bedroom spaces. Beautifully updated wood laminate flooring is featured throughout the entertaining spaces while the bedrooms and dressing room have been freshly carpeted.

The Master Suite is accessibly from the living room or the hallway and includes three rooms. The bedroom has a large sliding glass door that opens onto the stone patio. The cleverly placed greenery and succulents provide a garden setting and view of the bay, while still allowing some privacy. A large, separate dressing room is a welcomed leap beyond the usual walk-in closet and keeps the master bedroom clutter-free. Spacious and carpeted, the dressing room features a wall-to-wall hanging bar with built-in shelving above. The room’s ample yet intimate area is ideal for a plush dressing chair and vanity and a sizable dresser or armoire.

The master bath has a luxurious, spa-like feel. A generous sink and vanity is framed by deep cherry wood cabinets on both sides, extending floor to ceiling for more than ample storage space. A series of attractive and contemporary milk light pendants over the Kohler sink provide generous yet soft lighting. The floor and spacious step-in shower are tiled in a beautiful neutral toned Travertine, giving both a warmth and upscale feel to the bath.

The inner hallway extends the length of the unit, connecting the bedrooms, bathrooms and dressing room as well as another generous closet with mirrored sliding glass doors adding to the storage space. The serene, secondary bedroom features a mirrored sliding door closet and a sizable window that looks out upon the interior atrium, with lovely planted ferns outside of the window.

The secondary bath is easily accessible from the common area for guests as well as from the secondary bedroom. It carries on the spa-like feel of the master bath with the warm Travertine tile work, cherry wood cabinets and milk glass light pendants, with the added luxury of a deep soaking tub with an overhead shower fixture.

This ground floor unit is ideal for a coastal lifestyle, located right across the street from a walking and bike path along the waterfront, and just around the bend from Crown Memorial Beach and Washington Park. The park areas give easy access to spacious picnic spots and a protected alcove for swimming in the Bay as well as playgrounds, dog parks, tennis and basketball courts, and baseball diamonds. Just a short jaunt away from the Southshore Shopping Center as well as the Webster Street district, and the Posey Tube.

The building is private and secure, opening onto lovely outdoor corridors, courtyards and atriums for a bright, airy feel. This particular unit is located close to a main entrance, convenient for guests as well as everyday comings and goings. Two full garage spaces, a very rare offering, are included for plenty of parking and/or spacious, easy to access storage.

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