Entering the Aberdeen takes one back to an era when apartment houses were elegant and fashionable. It feels like a New York aprtment building without the doorman. As one enters this unit, one is struck by the wonderful natural light, expansive rooms and lovely architectural details in this top floor, 2 bedroom 1 bathroom condominium. It is one of 6 units in this elegant 1924 classical building in the Elmwood. There are green outlooks and a peek-of-the-Bay view. It has mullioned windows in the public spaces, an attractive fireplace with craftsman tiles, flanked by bookshelves in the living room and high ceilings with crown moldings. It has charming period built-in cabinetry, radiant heat and hardwood floors throughout. A very large closet off the dining room currently functions as an office and a revolving door separates the vintage kitchen with breakfast nook from the dining room. There is a rear exit through a utility area. It has loads of storage, a detached 1 car garage, laundry facilities and storage in the basement. The location with a walkscore of 80 is superb. It is close to campus, the Claremont Resort & Spa and minutes to the trail through Claremont Canyon Regional preserve, as well as all the amenities around College Avenue. In addition, it has easy access to BART and the freeway. Walk through this quaint tree-lined Elmwood neighborhood down to the amenities of College Avenue. There you will find 3 blocks of locally owned businesses, including Nabalom Bakery, the Elwood Movie Theatre, the Julia Morgan Theatre, the Elmwood Branch of the Berkeley Public Library, Sweet Dreams Candy and Toy store and numerous gourmet and ethnic restaurants and cafes.
