$1,750,000

Welcome to 1026 Ventura Avenue, a beautiful 5BR/4BA Craftsman on a charming tree-lined street. This dreamboat location puts Solano Avenue cafés, Westbrae shops, and Hopkins Street favorites like Monterey Market moments away. Step inside through an inviting entryway w crown moulding & pocket doors into the light-filled living room, where original hardwood floors, a cozy fireplace, & picture windows frame a graceful maple tree. The spacious dining room w elegant wainscoting flows to an open kitchen outfitted w Viking appliances, quartz counters, & a breakfast bar. Three bedrooms on the main level offer flexibility, including an ideal guest or au pair suite w private entrance & convenient laundry. Upstairs, the primary retreat delivers Bay views, bath w dual sinks & walk-in shower & a sunny lofted den. Outside, the backyard is an oasis reimagined by the owners complete w pergola draped in flowering vines, porch swing, & patio w heat, fruit trees, & raised bed gardens. A finished outbuilding adds flex space for a gym, storage. Extensive upgrades include plumbing, wiring, foundation, dual-pane windows, tankless water heater, & central heat & AC, attic & wall insulation. Top-rated Albany schools, parks, & easy BART access make this the ultimate family-friendly hub for Bay Area living!