North And East Homes with French Country Style

Welcome to North and East, a charming subdivision nestled in the heart of Richmond, California, within the picturesque Contra Costa County. This vibrant community seamlessly blends suburban tranquility with the conveniences of urban living, making it an ideal choice for families, professionals, and retirees alike.

One of the standout features of North and East is its enchanting collection of homes designed in the exquisite French Country style. Imagine stepping into a world where rustic elegance meets modern comfort. These homes often boast charming stone façades, steeply pitched roofs, and beautifully landscaped gardens that evoke the serene countryside of France. Inside, you’ll find spacious layouts adorned with warm wooden beams, cozy fireplaces, and gourmet kitchens that invite culinary creativity.

Living in North and East means enjoying a community rich in amenities. Residents have access to lush parks, walking trails, and recreational facilities, all within a stone’s throw from your doorstep. The neighborhood is also conveniently located near local shops, eclectic dining options, and excellent schools, making it easy to embrace the vibrant Richmond lifestyle.

Whether you’re sipping coffee on your sun-drenched patio or hosting a dinner party in your elegant dining room, the French Country homes in North and East offer the perfect backdrop for creating lasting memories. With a unique blend of style, community spirit, and accessibility, North and East is not just a place to live; it’s a place to thrive. Discover your dream home in this enchanting subdivision today!

$599,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41146955 MLS

Built in 1926 and known locally as "The Normandy House" for its steep, European storybook rooflines, 2500 Lowell Avenue has been held by the same family for 100 years, including as the home of noted Richmond civic and environmental leaders Barbara and Jay Vincent, whose legacy is honored at nearby Barbara and Jay Vincent Park. This eight-room, two-story home offers a rare combination of original 1920s character and genuine flexibility for what comes next. Inside, the bones of a classic Normandy-style home remain throughout: a formal living room with original detailing ready to shine again, a sun-filled family room addition from the 1950s anchored by a wall of windows, a kitchen with a skylight and space to reimagine as a true showpiece, a dining room with built-in corner cabinetry for a future butler's pantry or bar, and upstairs bedrooms with dormer windows framing views toward Mount Tam. A workshop shed, garage, and finished attic space round out the property, along with owned solar, a newer roof, and a private back patio and garden beds shielded from seasonal winds. This home is ready for a buyer with vision to bring it back to its former glory, whether through a sensitive historic restoration or a full modern renovation that preserves the character. And the opportunity extends well beyond the house itself. The property is zoned for medium-density multi-family use, opening a wide range of paths forward for the next owner or developer: add an ADU to the existing home for extra living space or rental income; split the lot and pair a renovated main house with a new single-family home, or a single-family home plus ADU; split the lot and pair a renovated main house with a new multi-family building; or clear the lot entirely and develop multiple separate multi-family projects. Whether the vision is a lovingly restored century home, an income-generating addition, or a ground-up redevelopment, 2500 Lowell offers a rare foothold in one of Richmond's most desirable communities with real, flexible upside on the land and a chance to honor a century of history while shaping what comes next.

2500 Lowell Avenue, Richmond

Listing courtesy of Jennifer Collins from Compass. 925-997-2982

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