2806 Van Buren St, Alameda, CA 94501

The home is a 1911 Craftsman with plenty of wood and built-ins. Starting in 1992 it has been updated and restored--hardwood floors, plumbing, electric service, foundation, shed, fence, sewer, roof, kitchen and bathroom remodeled. In 2010 a super-efficient central heating system and a tankless water heater were installed; the entire second floor was newly plastered and painted. Neighborhood Description This is a wonderful, well-established old neighborhood with a variety of charming architecture and yard treatments. It is also a multi-aged, cohesive, friendly neighborhood. One resident has lived here for 50 years, a number have lived here 25 years, and we have some new young residents with children who fit right in. The neighborhood is safe--residents take walks at 11 p.m. Van Buren Street is two blocks long--making it a safe play street for the numbers of children on the block. It's not necessary to be social, but there are a number of neighbor parties throughout the year and people meet in the the street to catch up on news. The oldest resident is about 90; the youngest is about 3. The location is perfect: within 6 blocks there are 6 coffee shops; historic movie theater with 7 screens; shops; schools; library; grocery.