Dazzling Berkeley Bungalow with ADU and Outdoor Party Pavilion! This stunning property is nestled in the Lorin, a sweet pocket neighborhood close to the popular Elmwood Shopping District and Berkeley Bowl Market. A sweeping open floor plan includes an extensively remodeled kitchen with marble countertops and KitchenAid appliances. Located on the main level is the garden-facing primary suite brimming with natural light. The generous primary bathroom is updated with a double modern- style vanity, ceramic teal tile, and a dual rain shower system. Also on the main level you will find another bedroom, and a full bathroom updated with a dramatic modern flair. Downstairs, 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom provide ample space for home office and guests. The garden area includes a 1 bedroom / 1 bathroom ADU. A large carport in the backyard is wonderful for outdoor entertaining or auto enthusiasts. Near BART, freeways, Berkeley Bowl, Whole Foods, Elmwood Shopping District and more!
Sold for $1,825,000
$1,825,000
2139 Essex St, Berkeley, CA 94705
5beds
2,333sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
3,920 Square Feet Lot
$1,836,800 Zestimate®
$782/sqft
$5,310 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,836,800
$1.65M - $2.04M
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Modern-style vanityGarden-facing primary suiteNatural lightMarble countertopsOpen floor planDual rain shower systemRemodeled kitchen
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Listed by:
Sari Cooper DRE #02002965 510-715-9807,
Red Oak Realty
Bought with:
Gretchen Roethle, DRE #01945375
Salt & Pine Real Estate
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41092351
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Kitchen
- Features: Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Electric Range/Cooktop, Garbage Disposal, Range/Oven Built-in, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Range, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Dryer, Washer
Features
- Storage, Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,333
- Total interior livable area: 2,333 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport - 2 Or More, Uncovered Park Spaces 2+
- Has carport: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two Story
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Entry Gate, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance, Yard Space
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced,Front Yard,Full
Lot
- Size: 3,920 Square Feet
- Features: Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 5315863
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Edwardian,Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Sump Pump
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $782/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,187,387
- Date on market: 4/9/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/7/2025 | Sold | $1,825,000+66.7%$782/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41092351 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2025 | Pending sale | $1,095,000$469/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41092351 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,095,000+10.8%$469/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41092351 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2014 | Sold | $988,000-1%$423/sqft |
Source:  CCAR #40670263 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2014 | Pending sale | $998,000$428/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Orinda #40670263 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2014 | Listed for sale | $998,000+49%$428/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Orinda #40670263 Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2012 | Sold | $670,000+38.1%$287/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2007 | Sold | $485,000+29%$208/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2007 | Sold | $376,000$161/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $1,187,387 +2% |
| 2024 | $19,165 +2.4% | $1,164,110 +2% |
| 2023 | $18,720 +1% | $1,141,287 +2% |
| 2022 | $18,542 -0.2% | $1,118,910 +2% |
| 2021 | $18,586 +5.4% | $1,096,975 +1% |
| 2020 | $17,633 +1.5% | $1,085,732 +2% |
| 2019 | $17,374 +11.1% | $1,064,451 +2% |
| 2018 | $15,632 | $1,043,584 +2% |
| 2017 | $15,632 +3.3% | $1,023,123 +2% |
| 2016 | $15,132 +36% | $1,003,066 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $11,130 | $988,000 +46.8% |
| 2014 | $11,130 | $673,041 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $670,000 +28.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $523,027 +4.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $502,285 +11.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $450,000 -10.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $504,593 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $494,700 +1075.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $42,086 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $41,261 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $40,452 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $39,663 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $38,937 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $38,174 +2% |
| 2001 | $1,843 | $37,425 |
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Neighborhood: Telegraph
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- 8/10Sylvia Mendez ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
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- 9/10Berkeley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
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