865 54Th St

Timeless Beauty: Craftsman Home, Idyllic Street

A home is more than just a property; it is a place where ideas flourish, memories are cherished, and dreams take form. 865 54th Street is exactly that kind of home.

This 1908 Craftsman property has been lovingly maintained for the past 8 years by Dafna and Jesse, who built a life here filled with music, stories, gardening, and great meals with friends. It is a home full of style, elegance, and the happy vibes of the life lived within its walls.

This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom residence retains the built-in charm of an early 20th century Craftsman, featuring original wood floors, large rooms, a big kitchen, and a large front porch. Some of the beautiful details of this home are the well-designed built-ins, such as the buffet in the dining room, a bookcase in the living room, and pocket doors between the two main areas. Other well-loved features include the stained glass windows above the built-in bookshelves and the leaded glass window in the foyer, along with the extra-wide front door with a sliver of a moon window embedded within.

Along with the charm of this home are the modern conveniences of solar panels, dual pane windows, upgraded electricity, and plumbing. The office and large family room/bedroom were added in the 1960s.

Located on a tree-lined street, the property offers a private retreat with fruit trees, raised garden beds, and a sweet sitting area in the backyard. This ideal location is close to the amenities of Temescal shopping and both Ashby and MacArthur BART stations.

Key Features:

House

• 1326 sq. ft. (per public record)

• 5400 sq. ft. lot (per public record)

• 3 bedroom / 1 bath

• Large front porch

• Office space

• Family room/ 3rd bedroom

• Formal dining room

• Refinished hardwood floors

• Freshly painted inside and out

• Owned solar panels

• Dual pane windows, stain glass windows, vintage leaded glass window

• Washer and dryer included

Yard

• Fruit trees: Washington navel orange, Meyer lemon, apple, avocado

• Blueberry bush

• Bay Laurel tree

• Four raised garden beds (currently growing za'atar, lettuce, chamomile, and chard)

• Arbor with sitting area

• Privacy fence

• Off-street parking

Neighborhood

• Santa Fe neighborhood 

• 90 score "Walkers Paradise" Walk Score®

• 99 score "Bikers Paradise" Walk Score™ 

• Near Benioff Children's Hospital 

• Temescal Creek Park Playground

• Easy access to freeways

• Approx. 1.2 miles to MacArthur BART

• Nearby restaurants, coffee shops, and more