A rare opportunity to own a piece of Berkeley history. Built in 1925 and lovingly held by the same family for 78 years, this spacious 6 bedroom home is being offered on the market for the first time in nearly 8 decades. Ideally located just minutes from the University, BART, downtown Berkeley, and nearby schools and parks, this property offers both convenience and strong investment potential. The home features generous living spaces and classical architectural charm, ready for a new owner to restore and reimagine. Repairs are needed, including updates to the windows and other areas throughout the home making this an excellent opportunity for investors, contractors, or buyers looking to create their dream property in a prime location. Come take a look today. No buyers letters will be presented to the seller. This sale is AS-IS. Home Energy Score of 5. Pest inspection, sewer lateral estimate and BESO reports are uploaded into documents.
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$1,316,000
1578 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94703
6beds
2,544sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
3,598 Square Feet Lot
$1,309,500 Zestimate®
$517/sqft
$6,561 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,309,500
$1.18M - $1.45M
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Classical architectural charmGenerous living spaces
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Listed by:
Julie Wood DRE #01480835 916-524-5153,
Realty Connect Services
Bought with:
Red Oak Realty
Source: MetroList Services of CA,MLS#: 226037931Originating MLS: MetroList Services, Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Dining Room, Possible Guest, Laundry, Living Room
Primary bathroom
- Features: Tile, Tub w/Shower Over, Window
Dining room
- Features: Other
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Refrigerator, Range Hood, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Laundry Closet, Gas Dryer Hookup, Hookups Only, Inside, Inside Room
Features
- Flooring: Laminate, Linoleum, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Living Room, Wood Burning, See Remarks
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,544 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Exterior features: Uncovered Courtyard
- Fencing: Back Yard,Wood,Fenced,Full,Other
Lot
- Size: 3,598 Square Feet
- Features: Curb(s)/Gutter(s), Shape Regular
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 5620014
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Plaster, Ceiling Insulation, Stucco
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Fiberglass
Condition
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Water District
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Public, Sewer Connected, Internet Available, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $517/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,632,000
- Date on market: 3/28/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/18/2026 | Sold | $1,316,000+14.4%$517/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #226037931 Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2026 | Pending sale | $1,150,000$452/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #226037931 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000$452/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #226037931 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $1,632,000 +970.7% |
| 2025 | $5,745 +16.6% | $152,423 +2% |
| 2024 | $4,927 +3.9% | $149,435 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,743 +4.3% | $146,505 +2% |
| 2022 | $4,548 +0.6% | $143,633 +2% |
| 2021 | $4,522 +7.7% | $140,817 +1% |
| 2020 | $4,200 +6.7% | $139,373 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,934 +7.5% | $136,640 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,661 | $133,961 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,661 +5.9% | $131,335 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,456 +4% | $128,760 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,323 | $126,826 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,323 | $124,343 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $123,781 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $121,354 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $118,975 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $118,086 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $118,367 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $116,047 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $113,772 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $111,541 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $109,354 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $107,214 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $105,250 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $103,186 +2% |
| 2001 | $2,090 | $101,162 |
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Neighborhood: Central Berkeley
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 10/10Willard Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 9/10Berkeley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
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- California
- Alameda County
- Berkeley
- 94703
- Central Berkeley
- 1578 Allston Way
