Zero scape--3277 Encinal Avenue, Alameda, CA
Yet another tiny little house got Craigslisted today, with a "coming soon" notice. In the far east part of Encinal, today's bite-size Cape Cod has the following specs:
Of course, having three fountains completely defeats the purpose, but I'll be generous and assume they're closed-circuit, reclaimed rain water fountains (Ms. Dimacali confirms this).
The lot is large for a house this small, and it seems to be in pretty good shape, but if you want my $525,000, you need to give me more than 848 square feet. Sorry, folks, but $619 / sqft? You can feng my shui.
Hopefully you didn't get your dry plants using a big meditative HELOC and you'll be able to drop the price closer to where it belongs (suggestion: start the price with the digit "3" and we might have something to talk about):
Update 10/29/08: New copy on Craigslist.
Update 12/20/08: Sold for $525,000 (sigh) with substantial (5-digit) credits to buyers.
2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 848 sqft, 3,996-sqft lot, $525,000In case you didn't pay attention in Greek class, "xeriscape" means "drought-tolerant landscaping", or desert-y trees and shrubs and such. It's a great idea in areas where water is scarce--certainly better than a golf course in the middle of the desert.Whether someone is a first time buyer or wants to simplify and downsize, this 2 bedroom, 1 bath Cape Cod style home offers a fabulous choice. It's simply brimming with charm and curb appeal.
Xeriscape-inspired landscaping. Great for water-conservation efforts. Three fountains front and back --- a tribute to feng shui principles. There’s even a meditation nook!
Location, location, location! On desirable East End. Easy walk to schools, shopping areas. And easy access to highways.
COMING SOON!
The lot is large for a house this small, and it seems to be in pretty good shape, but if you want my $525,000, you need to give me more than 848 square feet. Sorry, folks, but $619 / sqft? You can feng my shui.
Hopefully you didn't get your dry plants using a big meditative HELOC and you'll be able to drop the price closer to where it belongs (suggestion: start the price with the digit "3" and we might have something to talk about):
Haven't you noticed the whole real estate market is its own version of a xeriscape these days?Last sale and tax info
- Sold 04/11/2003: $402,000
- 2007 Property Tax: $5,556
Update 10/29/08: New copy on Craigslist.
You forgot "overpriced overpriced overpriced."$525000 OPEN SUN 2-4 CHARM CHARM CHARM-GARDEN GARDEN GARDEN (alameda)
Update 12/20/08: Sold for $525,000 (sigh) with substantial (5-digit) credits to buyers.
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