North-facing and newly upgraded, 2420 Hillside Ave is one of Berkeley’s rare finds—where charm, flexibility, and location collide. With over $90,000 in renovations and brand-new roofs on both the main home and detached 2-car garage, this 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,854 sq ft residence on a 5,573 sq ft lot blends modern comfort with timeless appeal. The property is currently used as a single-family home but is classified as a duplex on tax records, allowing it to be reconverted for multi-unit living. The detached garage with workshop below offers ideal ADU potential, creating a path for up to 3 units. Inside, you’ll find premium waterproof flooring, recessed lighting, new paint, baseboards, and fixtures throughout. The main level features a bright open floor plan, a remodeled kitchen with quartzite waterfall counters, and a dining deck overlooking the creek. The upstairs bath includes new plumbing, electrical, and a seamless walk-in shower. Downstairs offers the primary bedroom, full bath, office, bonus room with Tonal gym, and a separate laundry room with sink and storage. Minutes from UC Berkeley, Greek Row, Gourmet Ghetto, and downtown, this turnkey property delivers lifestyle, investment, and location in one exceptional package.
Sold for $1,575,000
$1,575,000
2420 Hillside Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
2beds
1,854sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
5,662.8 Square Feet Lot
$1,607,400 Zestimate®
$850/sqft
$4,588 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,607,400
$1.45M - $1.78M
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Listed by:
Jorge Martinez DRE #02133848 510-600-4359,
Exp Realty Of California, Inc,
Patric Ren Ignao DRE #02217286 650-772-0016,
Exp Realty Of California, Inc
Bought with:
Andrea Lamadora, DRE #02135284
Exp Realty Of California, Inc
Source: Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41115691
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Kitchen
- Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Oven Built-in, Pantry, Refrigerator, Self-Cleaning Oven, Updated Kitchen, Wet Bar
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Radiant, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room, In Unit, Cabinets, Sink
Features
- Storage, Study, Counter - Solid Surface, Pantry, Updated Kitchen, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Screens
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,854
- Total interior livable area: 1,854 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Side Yard Access, On Street, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: No Steps to Entry
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony, Storage, Other
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Waterfront features: Stream Seasonal
Lot
- Size: 5,662 sqft
- Features: Irregular Lot, Back Yard, Private, Side Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 5518563
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid Century Modern
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1941
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Berkeley
- Subdivision: South Campus
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Excl Right
- Price range: $1.6M - $1.6M
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange,VA Loan,Call Listing Agent,Cryptocurrency
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/13/2026 | Sold | $1,575,000-0.9%$850/sqft |
Source:  Bay East AOR #41115691 Report a problem | ||
| 1/3/2026 | Pending sale | $1,588,888$857/sqft |
Source: Bay East AOR #41115691 Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2025 | Price change | $1,588,888-3.7%$857/sqft |
Source: Bay East AOR #41115691 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,650,000-8.8%$890/sqft |
Source: Bay East AOR #41115691 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2022 | Sold | $1,809,000+39.7%$976/sqft |
Source: CCAR #40998099 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2022 | Pending sale | $1,295,000$698/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40998099 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000+52.5%$698/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40998099 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2014 | Sold | $849,000$458/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $1,882,083 +2% |
| 2024 | $25,525 +2% | $1,845,180 +2% |
| 2023 | $25,030 +70.4% | $1,809,000 +88.1% |
| 2022 | $14,693 -3.8% | $961,491 +2% |
| 2021 | $15,275 +5.3% | $942,644 +1% |
| 2020 | $14,512 +3.1% | $932,982 +2% |
| 2019 | $14,075 +5.4% | $914,694 +2% |
| 2018 | $13,353 | $896,764 +2% |
| 2017 | $13,353 +3.1% | $879,181 +2% |
| 2016 | $12,947 +237.6% | $861,947 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,835 | $849,000 +576.3% |
| 2014 | $3,835 | $125,536 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $124,970 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $122,519 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $120,117 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $119,220 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $119,504 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $117,161 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $114,863 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $112,611 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $110,404 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $108,242 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $106,259 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $104,175 +2% |
| 2001 | $2,413 | $102,133 |
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Neighborhood: 94704
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- 7/10Emerson Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 10/10Willard Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Berkeley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
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