Rising above the city in quiet sophistication, this 2-bedroom, 3-bathroom penthouse spans 2,932 square feet of luminous, artful living, all within walking distance to Peet's, Chez Panisse, Andronico's, the Cheese Board, Saul's, and more. With level-in direct elevator access, this one-of-a-kind residence was built as the original developer's owner's unit—offering a rare opportunity to own a legacy property with timeless appeal. Walls of double-paned windows—newly installed in 2021—flood the expansive interiors with natural light, framing unobstructed bay views from the living and dining rooms. Anchoring the shared living and dining areas is the original slate fireplace surround, a preserved mid-century focal point now elevated by contemporary accents and freshly painted interiors. For those who entertain, the dedicated wet bar invites evenings of cocktails and conversation, while direct elevator access ensures privacy and ease for both residents and guests. The primary bedroom suite is a peaceful retreat, while the second bedroom offers flexibility for visitors or live-in support. With a large storage unit, and the rare pedigree of being the original owner’s unit, this penthouse is a testament to enduring design and gracious urban living.
Sold for $1,400,000
$1,400,000
1519 Oxford St APT L, Berkeley, CA 94709
2beds
2,932sqft
Condominium
Built in 1954
-- sqft lot
$1,735,900 Zestimate®
$477/sqft
$5,784 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,735,900
$1.49M - $2.01M
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Original slate fireplace surroundExpansive interiorsNatural lightPrimary bedroom suiteDedicated wet barUnobstructed bay views
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Listed by:
Isabelle Cole DRE #01996039 510-365-4703,
KW Advisors East Bay
Bought with:
Anja Plowright, DRE #01351797
The Grubb Co. Inc.
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41104953
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Office
Kitchen
- Features: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator
Heating
- Zoned
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Hookups Only
Features
- Penthouse Location, Den
- Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,932
- Total interior livable area: 2,932 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport - 2 Or More
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: One Story
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.43 Acres
- Features: Other, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 59225650
- Special conditions: Subject to Court Confirmation
- Other equipment: Other
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Mid Century Modern
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Siding - Stucco
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: See Remarks
- Services included: Insurance, Trash, Common Area Maint, Maintenance Grounds, Earthquake Insurance, Exterior Maintenance
- HOA fee: $2,347 monthly
- HOA name: NOT LISTED
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $477/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,404,540
- Date on market: 7/16/2025
- Listing terms: Other
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2025 | Sold | $1,400,000+8.1%$477/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41104953 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2025 | Pending sale | $1,295,000$442/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41104953 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000-4.1%$442/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41104953 Report a problem | ||
| 8/9/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  CRMLS #40997453 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2022 | Sold | $1,350,000-10%$460/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40997453 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2022 | Pending sale | $1,500,000$512/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40997453 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000$512/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40997453 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $1,404,540 +2% |
| 2024 | $19,362 +32.8% | $1,377,000 +39.8% |
| 2023 | $14,582 +1.7% | $985,095 +2% |
| 2022 | $14,338 -0.3% | $965,783 +2% |
| 2021 | $14,384 +5.4% | $946,847 +1% |
| 2020 | $13,653 +3.7% | $937,143 +2% |
| 2019 | $13,161 +5.2% | $918,775 +2% |
| 2018 | $12,513 | $900,767 +2% |
| 2017 | $12,513 +3% | $883,111 +2% |
| 2016 | $12,144 +1.9% | $865,800 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $11,915 | $852,800 +2% |
| 2014 | $11,915 | $836,095 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $832,320 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $816,000 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $800,000 +66.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $479,477 |
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Neighborhood: Gourmet Ghetto
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