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$ 1,195,000

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4 Beds

3 Baths

2,379 SqFt

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$ 1,195,000

Est. payment | -/mo

Save Virtual Tour

4 Beds

3 Baths

2,379 SqFt

Open House

Tue Jun 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sat Jun 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sun Jun 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,379 sqft

Price per Sqft $502

Subdivision Bay Farm Island

MLS Listing ID 41135975

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 3

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1952

Lot Size 6,996 Sqft

Acres 0.16

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

Welcome to 156 Mecartney Road. A rare Bay Farm opportunity unlike anything else on the market. Situated on an expansive 6,996 sq ft double lot, this exceptional residence offers 2,379 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and the kind of flexibility today's buyers dream about. With a full bedroom and bathroom on the main level, this layout is ideal for multigenerational living, guests, or a private home office. Inside, the bright and airy floorplan is filled with natural light through dual-pane windows, while a cozy fireplace anchors the family room and creates a warm, inviting gathering space. The spacious primary suite serves as a true retreat, complete with an ensuite bath featuring a separate soaking tub for peaceful unwinding at the end of the day. The additional bedrooms offer endless versatility to fit your lifestyle.This home offers the perfect opportunity to create something truly special, with just a little paint, flooring, and tile, you can transform this into your own custom Bay Farm dream home.The oversized double lot opens the door to exciting possibilities, including potential ADU development, expanded outdoor living, or creating the backyard oasis you've always imagined. Located in one of Alameda's most beloved neighborhoods, enjoy Bay Farm's award-winning schools, beautiful parks, scenic trails, and that rare “Mayberry-esque” quality of life that makes this community so special. Peaceful, connected, and close to everything, this is more than a home; it's a chance to create your forever space in one of Alameda's most sought-after enclaves. Don't miss your opportunity to experience it! Quite simply, no other home on Bay Farm is like this one.

Location

State CA

County Alameda

Interior

Interior Features Family Room, Storage, Workshop, Breakfast Nook

Heating Forced Air

Cooling Ceiling Fan(s)

Flooring Hardwood, Linoleum, Carpet, Other

Fireplaces Number 2

Fireplaces Type Family Room, Living Room

Fireplace Yes

Appliance Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater

Laundry In Garage

Exterior

Exterior Feature Back Yard

Garage Spaces 1.0

Pool None

Private Pool false

Building

Lot Description Back Yard

Story 2

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Contemporary

Level or Stories Two Story

New Construction Yes

Others

Tax ID 74107554

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Listed by Jeff Goodman • Compass

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1820 Solano Ave, Berkeley, CA, 94707, USA

156 Mecartney Rd Alameda, CA 94502

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