In the heart of Alamo Heights, this condo offers unparalleded elegance and conveniences. It is only for the most discerning of candidates. Swept away from the hustle - bustle, yet right in the epicenter of Alamo Heights- literally a few paces to Central Market & Cappy's- just a short walk across the Central Market parking lot and you are at University of Incarnate Word. The Stratford offers a small, private garden style setting, a gleaming swimming pool, a gardening area and dog area. The neighborly environment is perfect for those downsizing from a large home(lots of storage here), a place to entertain friends and grandchildren, enjoy a glass of wine on your private porch, an evening dip in the pool, and a safe place to leave locked up for long travels. The campus is well managed, has lush landscaping, covered parking as well as uncovered parking right at your building front door. The vestible is entry to 4 dwellings- only 2 small flights of stairs bring you up to your entrance. The charming brick buildings are tucked under the towering oak trees and flowering Texas Mountain Laurels, crepe myrtles. Vintage 1970, however, not a trace of the '70's here! IT is all here in this 1515 sf dwelling- 2 dining areas, private covered terrace, washer/dryer, energy efficient windows, pool, open floor plan in living area and kitchen, fully renovated and updated! This owner has replaced ALL of the original flooring with real wood floors throughout, the custom cabinets are built with furniture quality and include the kitchen and second bathroom. Crown moulding, light fixtures, updated newly tiled bathrooms, and new appliances are all part of the recent owner's improvements. The storage rivals that of any small home, as there are closets and cabinets for all of your necessities, and an extra utility closet on the back patio. All of the windows have been replaced for added insulation, wide plantation shutters installed, gas for cooking and full size washer dryer.