Mid-century modern residence circa 1959 with original trim, situated on Albany Hill. Huge living room affords expansive views of Albany, Berkeley, and the Port of Oakland. Gleaming hardwood floors and built-ins. Large, open kitchen with new gas cooktop (2026), granite counters, and convenient breakfast bar. The formal dining room and the kitchen both have city and water views. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths on the main floor. The 4th bedroom is en suite, with a separate entrance on the first floor. Potential au pair, in-law, or rental unit*. Double-car garage and low-maintenance yard. Fruit trees, including persimmon, lemon and plum. Located in a peaceful neighborhood. Short distance to Solano shops and restaurants, plus Albany’s top-rated schools. Easy access to wonderful trails along the Bay. *Buyer to investigate. **Buyer to verify school district/availability.
Sold for $1,588,888
$1,588,888
855 Solano Ave, Albany, CA 94706
4beds
1,738sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
3,484.8 Square Feet Lot
$1,614,900 Zestimate®
$914/sqft
$5,418 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,614,900
$1.45M - $1.79M
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Double-car garageSituated on albany hillLow-maintenance yardOriginal trimGleaming hardwood floorsConvenient breakfast barGranite counters
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Listed by:
Richard Morrison DRE #00933822 510-915-0702,
Red Oak Realty
Bought with:
Maria Rosa, DRE #02166908
Compass
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41122049
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Ice Maker Hookup, Microwave, Oven Built-in, Range/Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Insulated Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Washer
Features
- Au Pair, In-Law Floorplan, Storage, Breakfast Bar, Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Tile
- Basement: Crawl Space,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,738
- Total interior livable area: 1,738 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Int Access From Garage, Side Yard Access, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two Story
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Low Maintenance
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Hills, Marina, Other, City
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Marina
Lot
- Size: 3,484 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot, Back Yard, Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 662748143
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid Century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Raised, Concrete Perimeter, Earthquake Braced
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Ceiling Insulation
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,1031 Exchange
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/17/2026 | Sold | $1,588,888+51.3%$914/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41122049 Report a problem | ||
| 2/3/2026 | Pending sale | $1,050,000$604/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41122049 Report a problem | ||
| 1/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,050,000+277.7%$604/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41122049 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/1996 | Sold | $278,000$160/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $178,443 +2% |
| 2024 | $4,068 +1.7% | $174,945 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,001 +5.6% | $171,516 +2% |
| 2022 | $3,789 +2% | $168,153 +2% |
| 2021 | $3,714 +1% | $164,856 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,677 +3% | $163,166 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,572 +6.2% | $159,968 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,364 | $156,832 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,364 +5.7% | $153,758 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,184 +5.6% | $150,743 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,014 | $148,479 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,014 | $145,571 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $144,914 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $142,073 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $139,288 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $138,247 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $138,575 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $135,859 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $133,196 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $130,585 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $128,025 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $125,515 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $123,216 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $120,799 +2% |
| 2001 | $2,258 | $118,431 |
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Neighborhood: Solano Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Ocean View Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 10/10Albany Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Albany High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
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- 855 Solano Ave
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