2431 Roosevelt Dr, Alameda, CA 94501

A weather vane-topped turret, a leaded glass picture window set in a stucco exterior, steeply pitched roof lines, a rustic cobblestone driveway & a lush native garden behind a sweet picket fence all add to the irresistible fairytale charm and curb appeal of this wonderful storybook-style Tudor Revival home! Located just blocks from the shoreline + South Shore Center amenities, this 1938 home features 2BR, 2.5BA, formal living/dining rooms, a kitchen with an adjoining breakfast room, a spacious pantry/mudroom & a large, finished loft space over the detached garage. Loads of fanciful storybook details include a whimsical interior stairway, a w/b fireplace with a slate/stone surround built into an inglenook, original cupboards and bookcases (and a turret + built-in settee!), wall niches & a fabulous living room barrel ceiling adorned with wood panels and beams. Wood floors throughout, new light fixtures, an updated primary BR, quartz kitchen counters + a huge pantry/mud room off the kitchen that provides additional storage and/or kitchen expansion potential. A spacious loft + full bathroom above the detached garage makes a great home office, family room or guest/teen space (236 SF). A fabulous home, great location near top schools, great shopping + many convenient commuter options!