Step into a rare piece of Berkeley history with the Joseph Alphonso House, a preserved Workman’s Cottage built circa 1878 and designated a city landmark in 1992. Compact in scale yet accented with Victorian detail, these homes were built for artisans and tradespeople; today, few remain, making this a cherished link to the city’s past. This one-bedroom, one-bath residence offers 704 sq ft on a 3,113 sq ft lot, raised above the street to guard against flooding. Inside, it lives larger than its footprint suggests, with a sleeping loft, custom office nook, and smart storage including pop-out shelves, and a built-in armoire. Over $170,000 in upgrades blend historic character with modern comfort. A full foundation replacement with seismic strengthening and new windows provide security, while a renovated kitchen showcases a BlueStar range, Miele hood, Kohler sink, Hansgrohe faucet, and Neolith countertops. Additional updates include smart lighting, landscaping, fresh paint, and millwork. Outdoors, a picket-fenced front garden welcomes, while the private backyard offers irrigated beds, a fig tree, lawn, shed studio, and basement storage. Minutes from Fourth Street, the Gilman District, and transit, this is a rare chance to own a Berkeley landmark.
Sold for $750,000
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Sue Arendt, DRE #01336319
Red Oak Realty
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41110138
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/20/2025 | Sold | $750,000+7.3%$1,065/sqft |
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| 10/30/2025 | Pending sale | $699,000$993/sqft |
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| 10/14/2025 | Price change | $699,000-3.6%$993/sqft |
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| 9/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $725,000+124.8%$1,030/sqft |
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| 3/22/2012 | Sold | $322,500+239.5%$458/sqft |
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| 7/19/1996 | Sold | $95,000$135/sqft |
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Estimated market value
$744,900
