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  • $895,000

    1905 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702

    2beds
    1,052sqft
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    $6,144/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1928
    2,613 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $851/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Open-concept main roomFresh paintLevel paved patioSeparate level-in laundry roomWestern lightCharming arched windows
    1905 Chestnut is a cheerful Mediterranean Revival 2-bed, 1-bath home with an open-concept main room and clear sight lines from the front door to the backyard, it’s maximized for efficiency, modern living and cuteness. Charming arched windows allow in western light and provide bright spaces for living and gathering. The two skylights bring additional light into the kitchen and bathroom. With thoughtful updates made along the way, this home is move-in ready. Featuring polished and gleaming hardwood floors, fresh paint, and an efficient, fresh kitchen and bath. The tidy, private gated patio backyard includes an EPIC bonus fully permitted studio (with half bath) which features cathedral ceilings and polished concrete floors and is a dream studio for work or play. It opens onto the level paved patio has a separate level-in laundry room, providing opportunity for comfortable outdoor living, working, or entertaining. Sewer Compliant, BESO Home Energy Score of 7. Close to local restaurants, La Mission, Noor, Casa Latina, and nearby shopping at Mi Tierra Market. Berkeley marina, and parks. Convenient to UC Berkeley campus, North Berkeley BART 0.4 miles, Transbay bus to SF 0.2 miles. Major bus lines on University & San Pablo, 0.3 miles. Plus, the neighborhood is bursting with well-stocked Little Free Libraries! Open for a twilight party on Thursday, August 20th 6 to 8 PM and Sat/Sun August 29th and 30th from 2-4 PM.
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    Listed by:

    Shannon Prokup DRE #01865014 510-813-8400,

    Red Oak Realty,

    Jeffrey Rosenbloom DRE #01228881 510-290-6559,

    Red Oak Realty

    Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41145610MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Kitchen
      • Features: Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Range/Oven Built-in, Refrigerator
      Heating
      • Baseboard
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
      • Laundry: Dryer, Washer
      Features
      • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Fireplace features: None
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,052
      • Total interior livable area: 1,052 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Off Street
      Features
      • Levels: One Story
      • Stories: 1
      • Exterior features: Back Yard, Storage, Low Maintenance
      • Pool features: None
      • Fencing: Fenced
      Lot
      • Size: 2,613 Square Feet
      • Features: Back Yard
      Details
      • Parcel number: 57208120
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Mediterranean
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Stucco
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • Existing
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1928

      Utilities & green energy

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

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Berkeley

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $851/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $559,669
      • Annual tax amount: $9,529
      • Date on market: 8/20/2026
      • Listing terms: CalHFA,Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange,FHA,Other

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

        $4,031/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/20/2026Listed for sale$895,000+154.3%$851/sqft
        Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41145610 Report a problem
        6/4/2003Sold$352,000$335/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$9,529 +9.7%$559,669 +2%
        2024$8,683 +2.2%$548,698 +2%
        2023$8,499 +1.9%$537,943 +2%
        2022$8,342 -0.2%$527,396 +2%
        2021$8,357 +5.7%$517,058 +1%
        2020$7,909 +4.1%$511,759 +2%
        2019$7,596 +5.3%$501,727 +2%
        2018$7,214 $491,891 +2%
        2017$7,214 +11.9%$482,250 +12%
        2016$6,445 +5.3%$430,640 +1.5%
        2015$6,119 +0.6%$424,173 +2%
        2014$6,080 $415,866 +0.5%
        2013-- $413,990 +2%
        2012-- $405,873 +2%
        2011-- $397,917 +0.8%
        2010-- $394,947 +1.8%
        2009-- $388,000 0%
        2008-- $388,125 +2%
        2007-- $380,514 +2%
        2006-- $373,055 +2%
        2005-- $365,741 +2%
        2004-- $358,572 +151.7%
        2003-- $142,471 +2%
        2002-- $139,678 +2%
        2001$2,298 $136,938
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: North Berkeley

        Getting around

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        Walker's Paradise
        66 / 100
        Good Transit
        100 / 100
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