850 23RD AVE N

Beautiful, historic Craftsman bungalow in sought-after CRESCENT HEIGHTS neighborhood with lower-level Master BR and en-suite bath PLUS detached two-car garage with CARRIAGE APARTMENT (upper-level garage apartment)—LEGAL RENTAL WITH GREAT INCOME POTENTIAL! Lease the tastefully appointed 1/1 apartment (separately metered for water/electric, so tenants pay own utilities!) or utilize as a guest house /artist studio! Bungalow and apartment have both been lovingly cared for and maintained. The spacious 1928 4/2 Bungalow (1857 s.f. of living area per tax records) is loaded with character & charm and recently renovated with attention to original craftsmanship and features original hardwood floors/ windows/wood trim & millwork and a beautiful, bright sunroom. Beautifully updated & spacious kitchen with modern amenities and granite counters, luxurious Calacatta tile, stainless steel appliances (gas stove, double-oven, microwave, and new dishwasher) and high-end soft-close wood cabinetry. The Master bedroom & full bath are located to the rear of the main level for privacy & convenience and 3 additional bedrooms & full bath on the upper level (antique mirror in upper level bathroom does not convey!). All bedrooms include Bali blackout window blinds. Owners and guests will enjoy the wonderfully private & completely fenced outdoor space(s) including a covered porch and huge wrap-around deck (that extends to the side-entry French doors) and antique brick patio... perfect for entertaining. Landscaping features lush jasmine ground cover, macho ferns, fiddle leaf figs & a vegetable garden! The carriage apartment also features its own fenced area for privacy. The main house features an interior laundry room with washer/dryer included, a smart home security system, a Ring doorbell, 2 new Nest thermostats, 2 Goodman multi-zone AC units (new in 2015- 4 ton & 2.5 ton), and an energy-efficient tankless water heater. Roof is newer (2015) as well! The Bungalow has a transferrable termite bond (tented in August 2019) for the new owner! ADDITIONALLY, NO FLOOD INSURANCE REQUIRED --- HIGH AND DRY ELEVATION! Crescent Heights is a friendly, historic neighborhood adjacent to sprawling Crescent Lake Park - 2 blocks away (includes DOG PARK/Tennis/Pickleball!), Trader Joe's (4 Blocks ), Tripps Diner (1 block) , Fitness and yoga studios and much more!