Originally built duplex! And, lovingly preserved! Located in the heart of Hawthorne’s vibrant scene, this two-family home radiates timeless warmth and beauty. Sitting proud above the street on a 6,100’ lot that begs the question - will you maintain the secret garden, add a garage or art studio, maybe another house. Check with the city to confirm the options. Each flat offers expansive rooms, breathtaking woodwork, built-ins, a clawfoot tub and a story of its own. 1216 overlooks the garden, has a flowing circular layout and oak floors. Step into the entry hall and kick off your shoes. Cozy up next to the wood burning fireplace after enjoying supper in the gracious dining room. Airy bedrooms encourage relaxation. You can leave that puzzle out, loom set up and home brew operation running with all of the extra space on the lower level! Always dreamed of living in a treehouse? 1218 is an elegant 2-story tree top penthouse and is the perfect perch. Head up to your private entry hall and take in the timeless beauty of the unpainted woodwork and extensive large scale built-ins throughout the luxuriously sized rooms of your new home. Highlights include a bayed window seat, gas fireplace, pocket doors, picture molding, plate rail, wainscotting and handsome fir floors. The kitchen is bedecked with new stainless steel appliances, glass subway tile, butcher block counters and a double farm sink. How about a soak in your clawfoot tub! Dedicated laundry nook. Skylights with views- yes! The finished attic offers a flexible retreat with limitless possibilities—perfect for a studio, home office, or guest hideaway. While away the hours on your private balcony. Back stairs lead to the basement and out to the yard. Order in, you won’t want to leave.