Spectacular 3BR, 2BA split-level home in El Cerrito's highly coveted St. Jerome's neighborhood. Light-filled living room with easy access to the dining room & eat-in chef's kitchen with Viking range, copious cabinets, quartz counters, breakfast bar & custom lighting. Second-floor features two bedrooms + hall bath, completely renovated with walk-in shower, vanity & water-efficient fixtures. Upper floor primary bedroom suite with large walk-in closet & secluded balcony with western views. Ensuite bathroom features dual-sink vanity, soaking tub & walk-in shower. Lower level laundry connects to the attached garage. Backyard sanctuary with multiple vignettes: detached 120 SF Modern Shed for office or art studio, swing under the pergola, raised beds with veggie + herb gardens, meandering paths & kids' tree house. Proximity to El Cerrito Plaza & BART, Colusa Circle, Solano Avenue, Fairmont shops & restaurants, as well accessible to the East Bay & San Francisco by AC Transit & freeways