3290 Thompson Avenue, Alameda

On a corner lot in Alameda’s coveted Fernside neighborhood (on Christmas Tree Lane!), 3290 Thompson is a charming 3BD/2BA, 1597 sq ft split-level with light-filled rooms, custom and vintage features and many modern upgrades. Surrounded by enchanting gardens planted with butterfly plants, scarlet bougainvillea, and colorful shrubs, the home is an inviting space featuring open living and dining rooms with warm hardwood floors, soft recessed light, and sunny windows. Owned by a master woodworker, the home also boasts custom details including hand-crafted cabinets and drawers in the updated kitchen and remodeled downstairs bath. Off the kitchen, the open family room provides access to the enclosed rear garden, perfect for entertaining with a trex deck and herringbone patterned brick patio - both surrounded by a riot of colorful drought-resistant plants. On the upper level, two bedrooms with large closets share a remodeled bath with walk-in shower. Downstairs, a spacious in-law/guest suite/den has a private exit to the rear garden and is internet-ready for use as a home office. Also on this level are a laundry room and access to the single-car garage.