843 Santa Clara Ave

Built in 1888 in Alameda's vibrant, centrally-located West End, this picturesque Victorian Queen Anne Cottage duplex offers exceptional potential with many opportunities! Located just 3 blocks to downtown Webster St businesses and restaurants, 2 blocks to the Alameda Farmers' Market and 3 blocks to popular Washington Park, the home features a downstairs apartment (Unit A) with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, living room, a den/home office and an eat-in kitchen, while the upstairs apartment (Unit B) has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a living room, large formal foyer and an eat-in kitchen. Many original/vintage features throughout both units, including high ceilings, bay windows, oversized windows, picture rails and door + window trim. New interior paint + new stylish light fixtures in both apartments. Opportunities abound: Buyers can live in one unit and rent out the other (long or short term), lease both units for optimal income, convert the home into a spacious single family residence, or use as is for multi-generational living. The home's fabulous location is only 1 block from the Alameda Public Library and convenient to shopping, AC Transit buses, the shoreline and the many amenities at South Shore Center and Alameda Landing. One property, two homes, and numerous possibilities! Must see!