Located in Albany with an exceptional Walk Score of 95, 408 Cornell Avenue is a 1939 Spanish Mediterranean MacGregor home blending timeless character with everyday convenience. Built by renowned developer Charles MacGregor, this iconic home is cherished for it's distinctive architecture, original hardwood floors, charming split-level design, and signature entryway featuring original tile details. This inviting residence offers one bedroom and one bathroom on the main level, plus an additional split-level bedroom, creating living space filled with warmth and character. The front yard is accented by two beautiful and mature purple Jacaranda trees, that creates not only a gorgeous view from the living room window but privacy and shade. Set on a generous 4,200 square foot lot with a wide side setback, the property offers exciting possibilities for an ADU or future expansion. Additional features include an attached one-car garage, off-street parking, and close proximity to Solano Avenue, El Cerrito Plaza, BART, parks, shopping, freeways, and highly rated Albany schools.
Sold for $1,111,000
$1,111,000
408 Cornell Ave, Albany, CA 94706
2beds
910sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1939
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,221/sqft
$3,889 Estimated rent
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Timeless characterAttached one-car garageCharming split-level designInviting residenceOriginal hardwood floorsPrivacy and shadeOff-street parking
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mark Choi DRE #01433100 510-381-1116,
The Agency
Bought with:
June McDaniels, DRE #01307858
BHG RE Reliance Partners
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41136070
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Kitchen
- Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Tile Counters, Gas Range/Cooktop, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum, Tile
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 910
- Total interior livable area: 910 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Off Street, Garage Faces Front
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One Story
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
Lot
- Size: 4,356 sqft
- Features: Level, Front Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 6728294
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean,Spanish
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1939
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Kitchen
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Double Strapped Water Heater, Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Albany
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/23/2026 | Sold | $1,111,000+39.2%$1,221/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41136070 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2026 | Pending sale | $798,000$877/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41136070 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $798,000$877/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41136070 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $59,332 +2% |
| 2024 | $3,727 +1.5% | $58,169 +2% |
| 2023 | $3,673 +7.6% | $57,028 +2% |
| 2022 | $3,414 +2.5% | $55,910 +2% |
| 2021 | $3,333 +5.2% | $54,814 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,167 +2.5% | $54,252 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,089 +5.2% | $53,189 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,937 | $52,146 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,937 +4.4% | $51,124 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,812 +7.5% | $50,121 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,615 | $49,368 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,615 | $48,401 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $48,183 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $47,238 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $46,312 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $45,966 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $46,075 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $45,172 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $44,286 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $43,417 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $42,567 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $41,733 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $40,968 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $40,165 +2% |
| 2001 | $1,343 | $39,377 |
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Neighborhood: Garfield
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Cornell Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Albany Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 10/10Albany High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
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