A rare waterfront opportunity on Alameda’s coveted Ballena Bay, this upgraded 4BD/2.5BA contemporary townhome offers exceptional island living with a private deep water boat slip. From the enclosed front patio, step inside the 2452 SQFT home’s spacious and flexible living area, beginning with a large eat-in kitchen and den. Nearby, the formal dining room is connected with a passthrough to the kitchen. Dine with a view of the bay framed by the wall of windows and glass doors in the adjacent living room. Open the doors onto the deck to relax with family or entertain friends with calming waters all around you and your own private dock just steps away. The home’s lower level is complete with a powder room, laundry room with sink, and interior access to the garage. Gorgeous hardwood floors span upstairs where two sunny bedrooms with custom closets share a full bath with a dual vanity. One has glass doors onto a front balcony. Currently configured as a huge primary suite, a wall in the third bedroom can be restored to create a fourth. The rooms have fabulous bay views, and the primary bedroom has an ensuite bath, walk-in closet and a deck. Explore the vibrant island life including: Webster Street, farmers market, the ferry, Transbay bus, Crown Beach, great schools, and shoreline trails
MLS #
BE41112716
MLS Source
Bay East
Bathrooms
Double Sinks, Primary - Shower(s) over Tub(s), Primary - Skylight(s), Primary - Split Bath, Primary - Updated Bath(s), Tile, Updated Bath(s)
Kitchen
220 Volt Outlet, Countertop - Stone, Eat In Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Updated
Appliances
Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Dining Room
Other
Fireplace
Living Room
Flooring
Carpet - Wall to Wall, Hardwood, Tile
Cooling
Air Conditioning - None
Heating
Forced Air
Roof
Other
Pool
None, Pool - No
Style
Contemporary
Garage/Parking
Access - Interior, No Garage, Off-Street Parking, Garage: 1 Car(s)
Elementary District
Alameda City Unified
High School District
Alameda City Unified
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
HOA Fee
$1097
HOA Fee Frequency
Monthly
Complex Amenities
Garden / Greenbelt/ Trails, Other
Listing Agent
David Gunderman
KW Advisors East Bay
License #: 01313613
Phone: (510) 205-4369
Co-Listing Agent
Andrew Raskopf
KW Advisors East Bay
License #: 01394348
Phone: (510) 205-3575
1229 Ballena Boulevard is a Townhouse in Alameda, CA 94501. This 2,452 square foot property sits on a 2,496 Sq Ft Lot and features 4 bedrooms & 2 full and 1 partial bathrooms. It is currently priced at $1,800,000 and was built in 1969. This address can also be written as 1229 Ballena Boulevard, Alameda, CA 94501.
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