1706 Fairview Street Berkeley, CA 94703

This versatile Berkeley property blends timeless charm, character, and exceptional flexibility in a prime location. Situated on a 4,000 sq. ft. lot, this 2,282 sq. ft. home can be enjoyed as either a spacious single-family residence or a duplex, offering a variety of living and investment opportunities. A detached 1-bedroom, 1-bath cottage provides additional versatility, making it ideal for guests, extended family, a home office, or rental income like (AirBnB). A welcoming foyer greets you with rich hardwood floors, a vintage lantern, and a classic wood staircase with an elegant banister. The main-level residence features soaring ceilings, a bright living room with beautiful bay windows, crown molding, and pocket doors that open to a formal dining room complete with a charming stucco fireplace and built-in cabinetry. This level also includes an eat-in kitchen, one bedroom, and a beautifully updated bathroom with a newer vanity and shower-over-tub. Upstairs, the second residence offers three bedrooms and one bathroom, along with a light-filled living room featuring a built-in shelving nook. The updated kitchen is appointed with quartz countertops, modern cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. The spacious primary bedroom showcases cathedral ceilings, a built-in cabinet, and a sunny bonus nook that adds warmth and functionality. Additional highlights include a long gated driveway with off-street parking and a backyard storage area with laundry facilities. Whether you choose to live in one unit while generating rental income from the others, accommodate multi-generational living, or convert the property into a single-family home, this exceptional Berkeley property offers outstanding flexibility and endless possibilities. Open House Sat-Sun 12-5Pm