Charming 1940's vacant duplex nestled on a coveted tree-lined block in North Berkeley. First time on the market in over 35 years, you enter through a private gate to the patio and entrance to 1310 Josephine. The welcoming front porch is framed with wisteria. The front home features two bedrooms, one full bathroom, refinished hardwood floors, living room with fireplace, and a stylishly renovated open concept kitchen with stackable washer & dryer and a formal dining area. The home is detached on three sides and flooded with natural light. 1308 Josephine, the rear cottage is accessed through the side gate and features a graciously scaled one bedroom with one full bathroom, living room with fireplace, formal dining area and large kitchen, All have been fully remodeled maintaining the charm and offering the best of modern living. The washer and dryer are located in the closet off the rear porch. The detached garage at the rear of the large lot, once used as an artist's studio, offers two-car side by side parking and skylights. This could be a future ADU, home office or gym. There is a deep driveway that provides ample off-street parking and leads to the garage and the private level, landscaped rear yard framed with mature plantings and a lemon tree.