A rarity in the heart of Albany: a fully upgraded Art Deco, 2-story 5BD/4BA home including a freestanding studio ADU with kitchenette and bathroom. A gracious foyer welcomes you into the 2234 SQFT home rich in architectural details. Step through an archway into the gorgeous living room with a giant mullioned picture window and statement fireplace. Off the entryway, a flexible room offers potential as a bedroom, playroom, or home office. Beautiful hardwood floors span the home, and perfect flow leads from the living room to dining room to a chef?s kitchen with stylish cabinetry and a breakfast bar. French doors open to a deck for al fresco dining. The spacious backyard is a great place for entertaining and play with a patio, lawn, storage sheds, and mature landscaping with fruiting trees. The home?s first floor is complete with a full bath and another bedroom. Upstairs opens to a family room with adjacent laundry and full split bath. Two sunny bedrooms are on one side, while the roomy primary bedroom with ensuite bath overlooks the backyard. The separate bright and airy ~300 SQFT ADU is ready for tenants, guests, or your workday. Multiple parking spaces and nearby BART offer a convenient commute while Albany?s top notch dining, shopping and public schools all down the road.