Built at the turn of the century in the heart of North Berkeley, this classic Arts and Crafts brown shingle masterfully blends historic charm with modern refinements like radiant heat and a newer foundation. The interior is defined by rich redwood trim, intricate wainscoting, and original fireplaces, featuring a sun-drenched kitchen with custom Douglas fir seating and a "secret" office hidden behind a discreet door. A grand staircase leads to three spacious bedrooms and a flexible sleeping porch with bay views, while the lower level provides a generous family room, workshop, and ample storage. Outside, the property transforms into a magical garden sanctuary of stone paths and wisteria, complete with a detached creative studio, a whimsical tortoise habitat, and an ingenious EV charging arm for street parking—all just steps from the University and world-class dining. BESO SCORE 3
Sold for $2,510,000
$2,510,000
1490 Arch St, Berkeley, CA 94708
3beds
2,539sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1899
3,920.4 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$989/sqft
$7,705 Estimated rent
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Rich redwood trimSun-drenched kitchenWhimsical tortoise habitatGrand staircaseGenerous family roomOriginal fireplacesCustom douglas fir seating
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Laura Arechiga DRE #01388149 510-701-5188,
The Grubb Co. Inc.
Bought with:
Shannon Mitchell, DRE #01957821
Salt & Pine Real Estate
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41134525
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Kitchen
- Features: Tile Counters, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air, Radiant, Fireplace Insert, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer, Washer
Features
- Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Concrete, Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Tile, Cork
- Basement: Crawl Space,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Family Room, Insert, Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,539
- Total interior livable area: 2,539 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three or More Stories
- Exterior features: Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced,Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Partial
Lot
- Size: 3,920 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 59225414
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Shingle,Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Shingles
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1899
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/11/2026 | Sold | $2,510,000+32.5%$989/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41134525 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2026 | Pending sale | $1,895,000$746/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41134525 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,895,000+40.9%$746/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41134525 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2005 | Sold | $1,345,000+42.3%$530/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2004 | Sold | $945,000+138%$372/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/1994 | Sold | $397,000$156/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $1,874,633 +2% |
| 2024 | $27,231 +2.1% | $1,837,888 +2% |
| 2023 | $26,684 +1.7% | $1,801,855 +2% |
| 2022 | $26,238 -0.3% | $1,766,535 +2% |
| 2021 | $26,327 +5.5% | $1,731,901 +1% |
| 2020 | $24,956 +3.9% | $1,714,148 +2% |
| 2019 | $24,029 +5.1% | $1,680,550 +2% |
| 2018 | $22,866 | $1,647,611 +2% |
| 2017 | $22,866 +11.2% | $1,615,317 +11.4% |
| 2016 | $20,558 +25.2% | $1,450,000 +3.6% |
| 2015 | $16,416 | $1,400,000 +27.3% |
| 2014 | $16,416 | $1,100,000 +15.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $950,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $950,000 -5% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,000,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $1,000,000 -8.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,089,000 -12.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,239,000 -11.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,399,337 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,371,900 +45.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $945,000 +99.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $474,601 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $465,903 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $456,769 +2% |
| 2001 | $7,650 | $447,812 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Berkeley Hills
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 10/10Willard Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 9/10Berkeley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi