Rarely available at this 9-unit condominium complex, Emerson Gardens, is a penthouse end-unit with tree views from a spacious covered deck off the living areas and primary suite. Just 3 blocks from University Avenue, acclaimed for its vibrant downtown shops and restaurants, this top-floor location benefits from towering ceilings and abundant natural light. The gated courtyard entrance offers stairs or elevator access to a private outside entrance. Inside, hardwood floors extend throughout the main living areas, which features a fireplace and wide sliding glass doors to the expansive balcony for fresh-air living. The kitchen has been remodeled with cherry cabinetry and granite counters and has an expansive greenhouse window above the sink. Stainless steel appliances include a gas range for the chef-at-heart. There are 2 large bedrooms with organized closet space, and each bedroom has an updated en suite bath with granite and tile finishes. The primary suite has two vessel sinks and a separate room with frameless-glass shower, while the second bathroom offers a tub with overhead shower. The second bedroom also has built-in cabinetry that is perfect for today’s work-from-home needs. Adding extra convenience is in-unit laundry plus gated garage parking for 2 cars. With an unbeatable location for downtown living, yet with the tranquility of a creekside residential setting, this is indeed a very special place for Silicon Valley living.