78-80 South Berkeley Ave. Pasadena, CA 91107
78-80 South Berkeley Ave is a four unit investment property that combines historical charm in a classic Arts & Crafts 4-bedroom single family home and a separate mid-century building with three one bedroom apartments and a 2 car garage.
The main house is in the Arts & Crafts style featuring architectural, period details. Built ca. 1904, the two-story home features well-preserved classic Craftsman features with an extensive use of wood. The wide wood casings on the solid wood doors and windows showcase the artistry of the wood grain.
The entry has a large front porch with wood ceiling. The front entry door is solid and features original hardware. The solid wood interior doors are well-preserved and have (mostly original hardware.
The living room is striking with gleaming hardwood floors, a stunning coffered ceiling, vintage ceiling fixtures, and a fireplace with original details that underscore the architectural aspects of this wonderful home.
The dining room features a striking built-in hutch with leaded glass, a built-in nook with four large windows and a seating bench with storage-all in solid wood. There is also a wall of wood wainscotting with a plate rail and a picture rail.
There are two spacious bedroom suites on the main level. The front bathroom features a claw-foot tub. There is a hallway with a built-in linen cabinet in solid wood.
The kitchen is spacious and bright with a landlord owned range and dishwasher. There is a large breakfast room flooded with natural light through the many windows. The service porch serves as the laundry room and gives access to the two upstairs bedrooms.
Upstairs features two bedrooms and a half bath.
Built in 1950, 78 S. Berkeley is a separate building built in the mid-century style. This structure features three one-bedroom apartments and a 2 car garage, that is used by the tenant in the front house. Each of the units features mid-century style windows that allow lots of natural light. There are three on-site parking spaces for the tenants and a shed.
There are four gas and four electric meters. All units are currently tenant-occupied and will be sold with the tenants in place. Cornerstone Property Management manages the property and has provided the income and expense statements.
Offered at $ 1,428,000. The property is being sold in “as-is condition.”
