Welcome to 518 Kains Ave#103, a beautifully updated townhome-style condo in a boutique 4-unit complex at the heart of Albany. This two-level home offers a floor plan with great flow, hardwood flooring, generous storage, and abundant natural light from three south-facing windows. On the first floor, it greets visitors with a fireplace, guest half bathroom, and a breakfast bar, in addition to comfortable dining and living spaces. The kitchen is well-maintained with solid wood cabinets and comes with a brand new stove. The second floor features two spacious bedrooms with large walk-in closets and hardwood flooring. The main bathroom area has two large countertops, toilet and tub and has been refreshed with new vanities, mirrors, lights, toilets. Additional upgrades include new faux wood blinds and fresh paint throughout. The unit also enjoys a private balcony with serene Albany views, perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation, and two parking spaces with additional storage in the carport, which offer great convenience in this popular residential neighborhood. The home is particularly well located, steps away from El Cerrito Plaza, Solano Avenue, BART, and the top-rated Albany schools. In move-in ready condition, it combines comfort, style, and rare accessibility.
Property Features
Bedrooms
Other Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
- Counter - Solid Surface
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Electric Range
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Common Area
Heating and Cooling
- Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
- Heating Features: Central
- Heating: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
Kitchen and Dining
- Kitchen Description: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Electric Range/Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Exterior and Lot Features
Garage and Parking
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Carport, Private, Uncovered Parking Space
Land Info
- Lot Description: Level
- Lot Size Acres: 0.1147842
- Lot Size Square Feet: 5000
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Laundry Free
- Association Fee: 375
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Reserves, Insurance, Water, Sewer, Common Hot Water, Common Area Maint
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 375
- Association Phone: 5105264108
Multi-Unit Info
- Number of Units In Community: 4
Other Property Info
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Alameda
- Directions: GPS
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: ALBANY
- Parcel Number: 67282631
- Subdivision: ALBANY
- Property Subtype: Condominium
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1076
- Year Built: 1986
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 1076
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Building Name: Not Listed
- Construction Materials: Stucco
- Entry Level: 1
- Levels: Two Story, One
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Property Age: 39
- Property Condition: Existing
- Roof: Shingle
- Levels or Stories: 2
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
Utilities
Home Features
- Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)