534 1/2 Alameda

Description

Just a few blocks from the historic Santa Fe Plaza, 534 1/2 W Alameda is quietly nestled in the heart of the West Guadalupe Historic Neighborhood, one of the city's most treasured and walkable enclaves. Beyond a modest gate, this unique property includes a classic adobe home surrounded by spacious exteriors and verdant landscaping. Inside, original flagstone floors and smooth plaster walls ground the space, while hand-hewn vigas and reclaimed barn wood headers—sourced from an 1800s Washington barn—add character and story. Custom wood French doors anchor the living room, and solar tubes bring additional natural light into the bedrooms. The 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout flows to three distinct outdoor living areas with newly-installed flagstone hardscaping, lush plantings, and an automated drip irrigation system. The fully fenced yard is ideal for pets, with two dog doors for added convenience. A freestanding, large storage shed has been updated with new roof, electricity and dormer window, ready for conversion to an office. A courtyard sail shade and privacy fencing round out the outdoor upgrades. Nearly every major system has been thoughtfully updated: a new 15-year transferable-warranty roof (2024) with updated canales, 10 new custom wood windows, upgraded portals, new copper gutters along the inner and outer courtyards, new stucco painting on all external walls, upgraded electrical and plumbing, a new kitchen door, a new solid oak front door, and four ductless mini-splits for efficient heating and cooling. Four Tijeras rain barrels support sustainable living. Although you're minutes from art galleries, restaurants, the river path, and the hum of downtown, this home is also a quiet, peaceful sanctuary. Here, life unfolds slowly. Beautifully. Just as it should.