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Sold for $955,000
  • $955,000

    1538 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703

    3beds
    1,228sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1915
    3,920 Square Feet Lot
    $960,700 Zestimate®
    $778/sqft
    $5,013 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $960,700

    $874,000 - $1.06M

    $5,013/mo

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    What's special

    Stunningly updated homeFresh interior paintTwo updated bathroomsOpen airy feel throughoutTwo off-street parking spacesDedicated laundry area
    Welcome to a rare opportunity in Berkeley—a stunningly updated home that delivers immediate livability and exceptional value, not to mention a rare primary suite with an ensuite bath. This move-in-ready residence has been refreshed with meaningful upgrades where it counts. The remodeled kitchen offers a clean, modern aesthetic with improved functionality—ideal for daily living and entertaining. Two updated bathrooms provide convenience and flexibility, while fresh interior paint and electrical improvements enhance the living experience. Natural light fills the home, creating an open, airy feel throughout, making the home feel larger and more inviting. A dedicated laundry area adds practicality, and two off-street parking spaces are a premium convenience. From a systems standpoint, the property is sewer lateral compliant—an often overlooked cost already handled. Simply move in and enjoy. In a market where entry-level homes require significant work, this home offers a compelling alternative: a clean, upgraded property at a price point that still makes sense. It’s an ideal launchpad for buyers seeking a home without the typical renovation burden. If you’re looking for value, functionality, an energy score of 4 and a home you can enjoy from day one, this is one to prioritize.

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    Listed by:

    Mark DuBois DRE #01403673 510-915-1193,

    Keller Williams Rlty East Bay

    Bought with:

    Priscilla Cook, DRE #02075122

    Sequoia Real Estate

    Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41130253MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Rooms
    • Room types: Utility Room
    Kitchen
    • Features: Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Ceiling Fan(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
    • Laundry: Laundry Room
    Features
    • Updated Kitchen
    • Flooring: Laminate
    • Basement: Partial
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Decorative
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,228
    • Total interior livable area: 1,228 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Off Street, On Street
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: One Story
    • Stories: 1
    • Exterior features: Back Yard
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 3,920 Square Feet
    • Features: Rectangular Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 53161229
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Craftsman
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stucco, Wood Siding
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Existing
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1915

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: No Solar
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Berkeley

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $778/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $945,989
    • Date on market: 4/9/2026
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/8/2026Sold$955,000+19.5%$778/sqft
    Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41130253 Report a problem
    4/25/2026Pending sale$799,000$651/sqft
    Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41130253 Report a problem
    4/9/2026Listed for sale$799,000+5.8%$651/sqft
    Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41130253 Report a problem
    2/27/2026Sold$755,000-3.8%$615/sqft
    Source: CCAR #41115473 Report a problem
    2/5/2026Pending sale$785,000$639/sqft
    Source: CCAR #41115473 Report a problem
    1/29/2026Price change$785,000-0.6%$639/sqft
    Source: CCAR #41115473 Report a problem
    1/26/2026Pending sale$790,000$643/sqft
    Source: CCAR #41115473 Report a problem
    1/8/2026Price change$790,000-1.9%$643/sqft
    Source: CCAR #41115473 Report a problem
    11/11/2025Price change$805,000-2.4%$656/sqft
    Source: CCAR #41115473 Report a problem
    10/22/2025Listed for sale$825,000-2.9%$672/sqft
    Source: CCAR #41115473 Report a problem
    8/2/2025Listing removed$849,500$692/sqft
    Source: CCAR #41094105 Report a problem
    6/2/2025Price change$849,500-4.6%$692/sqft
    Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41094105 Report a problem
    4/24/2025Listed for sale$890,000+2.9%$725/sqft
    Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41094105 Report a problem
    7/9/2019Sold$865,000+1.8%$704/sqft
    Source: CCAR #40861405 Report a problem
    5/30/2019Pending sale$850,000$692/sqft
    Source: J. Rockcliff, REALTORS� #40861405 Report a problem
    4/17/2019Listed for sale$850,000+117.9%$692/sqft
    Source: J. Rockcliff, REALTORS� #40861405 Report a problem
    5/25/2004Sold$390,000+261.1%$318/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    10/15/1997Sold$108,000+8%$88/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    12/30/1996Sold$100,000$81/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025-- $945,989 +2%
    2024$15,965 +2.2%$927,444 +2%
    2023$15,621 +2.1%$909,262 +2%
    2022$15,306 -0.1%$891,434 +2%
    2021$15,323 +6.5%$873,961 +1%
    2020$14,387 +52.6%$865,000 +74%
    2019$9,426 +6%$497,058 +2%
    2018$8,895 $487,311 +2%
    2017$8,895 +4.9%$477,757 +2%
    2016$8,476 +6.2%$468,390 +1.5%
    2015$7,982 $461,354 +6.8%
    2014$7,982 $432,000 +20%
    2013-- $360,000 +12.5%
    2012-- $320,000 -12.1%
    2011-- $364,000
    2010-- $364,000 -15.5%
    2009-- $430,583 +2%
    2008-- $422,143 +2%
    2007-- $413,867 +2%
    2006-- $405,755 +2%
    2005-- $397,800 +228%
    2004-- $121,291 +1.9%
    2003-- $119,069 +2%
    2002-- $116,734 +2%
    2001$3,380 $114,446
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    Neighborhood: Ashby

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