$658,000

Bright, playful and full of personality, 3113 Shattuck Avenue #2 is a one-bedroom loft that feels wonderfully unique from the moment you step inside. Soaring ceilings and oversized windows give the home an airy sense of volume, while the sculptural black spiral staircase adds just the right amount of architectural edge. Sunlight fills the space, creating the kind of home where plants and people alike can thrive! Downstairs, life unfolds easily between the open living, dining and kitchen spaces. The beautifully appointed kitchen feels fresh and modern, with clean-lined cabinetry, quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, while oversized glass doors draw the outdoors in and open directly to a private patio that feels like an extension of home. Step out for a breath of fresh air under the cafe lights, or dine alfresco through the late-summer nights upon us. In-unit laundry and newly added mini-split heating and air conditioning make everyday life in Unit #2 that much more comfortable and cozy. Follow the spiral staircase upstairs and the loft becomes a retreat of its own. Vaulted ceilings and unexpected nooks give the bedroom a sense of character and possibility, with room to sleep, work, read, create or simply settle in. Thoughtful built-ins with a custom cushioned bench add both charm and storage, while the updated bath brings a little drama with green tile, black accents and modern fixtures. Somebody call Architectural Digest, we've got a bathroom they need to see! And for all its whimsy, this home is super practical, with one-car parking in a secure garage plus additional dedicated storage for all the extra gear and seasonal goodies. Set in the heart of South Berkeley, Berkeley Bowl, Ashby BART, cool cafes, sweet restaurants and trendy neighborhood favorites are all close by, with Downtown Berkeley and UC Berkeley just minutes away. Morning coffee, a Berkeley Bowl run, dinner on Telegraph, a night in The City or an epic Cal game can all become part of the rhythm here. A little playful, a little unexpected and a whole lot of Berkeley, this is the kind of place that makes coming home feel good.