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  • $585,000

    4053 Harlan St Suite 315, Emeryville, CA 94608

    1beds
    1,146sqft
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    $4,809/mo
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    Residential, Condominium
    Built in 1917
    -- sqft lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $510/sqft
    $715/mo HOA

    What's special

    New forno rangeEpic sunsetsTop-floor unitCabinet-depth stainless steel refrigerator
    4053 Harlan Street #315 is a character-drenched, 3rd floor loft perched atop the historic 1917 Bauhaus-style Besler Building in vibrant Emeryville. Residents are a diverse, eclectic community of artists, designers, techies, entrepreneurs, & other professionals—each exploring their creativity in an iconic building, legally zoned live/work. The vintage freight elevator, large enough to carry the steam cars built here during WWII, provides a movie-like experience & makes moving a breeze. Step into this nonpareil unit w/ its singular, funnel-shaped floor plan, spotlighting soaring 14-foot ceilings & opening wide to 40 feet of north-facing casement windows. The loft combines industrial aesthetics w/ a tree-house vibe and contemporary comforts. The floor plan is infinitely customizable to match creative expression & artistic touch. This top-floor unit, with some of the best views in the Besler Building, is flooded w/ sunlight & offers a panoramic view of the Bay Area, including San Rafael, North Berkeley, Pixar, & the Berkeley Hills. On a clear night, one is immersed in epic sunsets (the seller is the first owner in the building and chose this from all of the lofts). The loft features artisanal, hand-painted concrete floors evoking the elegance & old-world charm of historic Tuscan patios. The shimmering floor surface, divided into 5' x 5' squares, mimics the natural aging of handcrafted Tuscan palazzo tiling, characterized by warm, earthy tones, stone veining, and weathered textures. Other Unit 315 features include: an industrial chef’s kitchen with a stainless steel restaurant sink, cabinet-depth stainless steel refrigerator, recently installed subway tile & cabinets, & new Forno range; A spacious upstairs loft that offers bonus square footage & multiple uses, including a bedroom, walk-in closet, lounge, & office with its own dedicated staircase; A main-floor enclosed room, ideal for a music or art studio, private office, or deluxe pantry; Recently refreshed full bath with combination shower & tub; & northern exposure providing a cooler climate and a cherished lack of street noise in this well-insulated unit. Besler building features include: One dedicated off-street parking space per unit, plus unlimited access to the City Hall parking lot, offering free day and night parking for guests, An exterior garden & gathering area on Haven Street; & Parking, water, building fire & liability insurance, & trash collection included in dues. 90 WalkScore + 95 BikeScore.
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    Listed by:

    Michael Braillard DRE #01369899 925-570-7099,

    Corcoran Icon Properties,

    Andy Read DRE #01356611 925-330-1948,

    Corcoran Icon Properties

    Source: Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41138353MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 1
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Main Entry, Office, Utility Room, Studio
      Kitchen
      • Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Electric Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen, Other
      Heating
      • Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fan(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: Common Area, Upper Level
      Features
      • Conversion, Elevator, Live/Work Unit, Counter - Solid Surface, Updated Kitchen
      • Flooring: Concrete, Carpet, Wood
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Fireplace features: None
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,146
      • Total interior livable area: 1,146 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Space Per Unit - 1
      • Garage spaces: 1
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Patio
      • Exterior features: Unit Faces Common Area
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 0.91 Acres
      • Features: Corner Lot
      Details
      • Parcel number: 49618106
      • Special conditions: Standard
      • Other equipment: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Condo
      • Architectural style: Vintage
      • Property subtype: Residential, Condominium
      Materials
      • Roof: Unknown
      Condition
      • Existing
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1917

      Utilities & green energy

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

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Emeryville
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Other, Laundry
      • Services included: Common Area Maint, Maintenance Structure, Insurance, Management Fee, Reserve Fund, Security, Trash, Water/Sewer, Maintenance Grounds
      • HOA fee: $715 monthly
      • HOA name: BESLER BLDG. OWNERS
      • HOA phone: 925-827-2200
      Location
      • Region: Emeryville

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $510/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $251,267
      • Price range: $585K - $585K
      • Date on market: 6/18/2026
      • Listing agreement: Excl Right
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/17/2026Listed for sale$585,000$510/sqft
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        8/8/2026Pending sale$585,000$510/sqft
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        7/22/2026Listed for sale$585,000$510/sqft
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        7/2/2026Pending sale$585,000$510/sqft
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        6/18/2026Listed for sale$585,000+457.1%$510/sqft
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        12/13/2001Sold$105,000$92/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026-- $251,267 +2%
        2025$3,369 +3.8%$246,341 +2%
        2024$3,246 +0.2%$241,512 +2%
        2023$3,240 +7%$236,777 +2%
        2022$3,030 +3%$232,135 +2%
        2021$2,943 -0.2%$227,584 +1%
        2020$2,950 +2.6%$225,251 +2%
        2019$2,875 +2.5%$220,835 +2%
        2018$2,805 $216,506 +2%
        2017$2,805 +2.5%$212,261 +2%
        2016$2,736 -0.1%$208,101 +1.5%
        2015$2,739 $204,975 +2%
        2014$2,739 $200,962 +0.5%
        2013-- $200,055 +2%
        2012-- $196,132 +2%
        2011-- $192,287 +0.8%
        2010-- $190,851
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 94608

        Getting around

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        92 / 100
        Biker's Paradise

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        • District: Emeryville (510) 655-6936

        Source: Bay East AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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