Cheerful 2BR/1BA Spanish-style bungalow in Berkeley's desirable Poet's Corner neighborhood. The open floor plan connects the light-filled living room with vintage tile fireplace to the spacious eat-in kitchen, recently updated with quartz counters & stainless steel appliances. Two bedrooms share a hall bathroom, with its farmhouse sink, Spanish-inspired tile & tub/shower. The hall closet conveniently houses the washer/dryer, with extra room for storage. The home embodies California indoor-outdoor flow with access from all living areas and bedrooms to the many decks and yard spaces. The detached garage is ideal for a workshop, studio or home office. Extensive structural upgrades include: new foundation, roof, sheathing, stucco and Marvin doors & windows. The home is conveniently located near UC Berkeley, North Berkeley BART and countless restaurants and shops in downtown Berkeley, 4th Street and spaces between.