535 pierce st

Welcome to your private oasis in the prestigious gated Bayside Commons community, where comfort, convenience, and lifestyle come together in the heart of Albany. This beautifully updated, light-filled with 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers nearly 1,200 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, complete with a private balcony and an ideal split-bedroom layout for maximum privacy—perfect for families, professionals, or investors. Step inside to soaring vaulted ceilings and a cozy wood-burning fireplace with an elegant mantel, creating a warm and inviting space that feels like home the moment you walk in. This move-in ready residence is in excellent condition and offers the perfect blend of style, comfort, and long-term value. Enjoy resort-style living every day with access to exceptional community amenities including a clubhouse, fully equipped fitness center, exercise facility, lap pool, spa/hot tub, dry sauna, basketball courts, tennis and pickleball courts, playground, picnic and BBQ areas, scenic walking trails, bike storage, and more—all within a secure, gated community. Location is everything, and this home delivers. Just a 15-minute walk to BART and El Cerrito Plaza, with a Transbay bus stop right outside your door, commuting to San Francisco and beyond is effortless. You’re also minutes from Pacific East Mall, Costco, UC Berkeley, AC Transit, and major freeways, making daily errands and lifestyle needs incredibly convenient. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Albany waterfront and nearby trails, and located within the highly rated Albany school district, this home offers an unbeatable combination of location and livability. Even better, the HOA covers common area maintenance, exterior maintenance, gas, water, Sewer, trash, management, security gate, and internet—meaning the only utility you pay is electricity, making this an incredibly cost-efficient ownership opportunity. This is more than just a home—it’s a lifestyle upgrade. Opportunities like this are rare, and it will not last. Schedule your private showing today or visit the open house before it’s gone. Twilight Open House Wed 4-6 PM. Open House this Sat & Sun 1-4 PM.