Stunning 1921 Craftsman nestled in Berkeley’s most beloved neighborhood—Poet’s Corner! This elegant 3BD/1BA home seamlessly blends timeless charm with thoughtful modern upgrades. The sunlit living room features a classic fireplace and built-ins, while the formal dining room showcases original cabinetry and rich period detail. The updated kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, and generous counter space. A beautifully remodeled bathroom and gleaming hardwood floors complete the home’s warm, inviting interior. French doors open to a newly refreshed deck and a lush, newly landscaped backyard retreat—a gardener’s paradise with mature plantings including blueberries, pineapple guava, pomegranate, lemon, olive, citrus trees, lavender, and more. Recent improvements include a new roof, updated electrical, Graber shades throughout—no detail was overlooked. A full basement with laundry and storage adds function, while the detached garage offers excellent ADU potential. Just minutes to Berkeley Bowl, 4th Street, parks, transit, and top schools—a true gem in Berkeley’s finest neighborhood!
Sold for $1,433,000
$1,433,000
2138 Byron St, Berkeley, CA 94702
3beds
1,202sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1921
4,200 Square Feet Lot
$1,415,900 Zestimate®
$1,192/sqft
$3,600 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,415,900
$1.27M - $1.57M
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Listed by:
Nash Mittelman DRE #02016179 415-622-5303,
Redfin
Bought with:
Lisa Robesch, DRE #02081605
Red Oak Realty
Source: Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41104020
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Main Entry, Other
Kitchen
- Features: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator
Heating
- Floor Furnace
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,202
- Total interior livable area: 1,202 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Rear Porch, Awning(s)
- Exterior features: Garden/Play, Garden
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 4,200 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Landscaped, Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Yard Space
Details
- Parcel number: 5619838
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Other
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1921
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected, Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas Meter
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Double Strapped Water Heater, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Poets Corner
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,192/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,202,992
- Price range: $1.4M - $1.4M
- Date on market: 7/10/2025
- Listing agreement: Excl Right
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange,FHA,VA Loan,Cryptocurrency
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/6/2025 | Sold | $1,433,000+43.6%$1,192/sqft |
Source:  Bay East AOR #41104020 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2025 | Pending sale | $998,000$830/sqft |
Source: Bay East AOR #41104020 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $998,000-9.3%$830/sqft |
Source: Bay East AOR #41104020 Report a problem | ||
| 12/6/2019 | Sold | $1,100,000+22.9%$915/sqft |
Source:  SFAR #492178 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2019 | Pending sale | $895,000$745/sqft |
Source: McGuire Real Estate #40887421 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2019 | Listed for sale | $895,000+61.3%$745/sqft |
Source: McGuire Real Estate #40887421 Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2005 | Sold | $555,000$462/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $1,202,992 +2% |
| 2024 | $16,878 +2% | $1,179,408 +2% |
| 2023 | $16,547 +1.6% | $1,156,286 +2% |
| 2022 | $16,290 -0.4% | $1,133,616 +2% |
| 2021 | $16,356 +5% | $1,111,396 +1% |
| 2020 | $15,574 +52.5% | $1,100,000 +61.8% |
| 2019 | $10,212 +5.4% | $679,868 +2% |
| 2018 | $9,686 | $666,543 +2% |
| 2017 | $9,686 +3.3% | $653,478 +2% |
| 2016 | $9,380 +2% | $640,668 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $9,195 | $631,051 +2% |
| 2014 | $9,195 | $618,691 +22.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $505,000 +12.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $450,000 -5.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $475,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $475,000 -11.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $535,000 -3.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $555,000 -2% |
| 2007 | -- | $566,100 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $555,000 +1409.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $36,762 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $36,042 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $35,382 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $34,687 +2% |
| 2001 | $1,291 | $34,008 |
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Neighborhood: Poet's Corner
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- 9/10Oxford Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10Martin Luther King Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 9/10Berkeley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
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- 2138 Byron St
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