1300 Kains Ave, Berkeley, California 94702, Berkeley, 94702 - 6 bed, 3 bath
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1300 Kains Ave
Berkeley, California 94702
ACTIVE
CONDITION: EXCELLENT
6Beds
3Baths
2,650Sq Ft
5,000Lot Size
Property Price
LIST PRICE$1,650,000
SUMMARY
Analysis of 1300 Kains Ave, Berkeley, California 94702 is currently available with a list price of $1,650,000. The property maintains a Excellent Condition Rating (95/100), indicating excellent structural integrity and modern finishes throughout. This turnkey property requires minimal updates and is ready for immediate occupancy. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Berkeley Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Condition Analysis
See Full ReportOVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Excellent
TeardownExcellent
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
The property has undergone a comprehensive recent renovation featuring a modern kitchen with waterfall countertops and stainless appliances, updated bathrooms, and major system upgrades including plumbing, electrical, and HVAC, meeting the criteria for a mint-condition home with a renovation under 5 years old.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Great Schools
Middle School: Albany Middle School (9/10). High School: Albany High School (9/10).
- Income Potential
The legal two-bedroom lower unit with a full kitchen and bonus room provides exceptional versatility for rental income or multigenerational living.
- Modern Infrastructure
Major updates to plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems offer significant peace of mind and reduced immediate maintenance costs for this 1920s home.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- MLS Listing Discrepancy
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 2650, other record living area = 1485. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 6, other record bedroom count = 4.
- Limited Bathrooms
The main residence contains four bedrooms but only 1.5 bathrooms, which may be insufficient for larger families or high-occupancy living.
- Historic Maintenance
Despite modern upgrades, the 1920s construction may require ongoing specialized maintenance and upkeep typical of century-old properties.
About 1300 Kains Ave
Rare Berkeley opportunity offering exceptional flexibility for homeowners, multigenerational living, or rental income! This beautifully updated property features a spacious 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath main residence with modern finishes and abundant natural light. Major improvements include updated plumbing, electrical, & HVAC, offering added peace of mind for years to come. Downstairs, a legal 2-bedroom unit with an additional bonus room, full bathroom, and complete kitchen provides incredible versatility for extended family, guests, a home office, or valuable rental income. Adding even more potential, the oversized detached garage offers endless possibilities—ideal for a future conversion to additional living space (buyer to verify), home gym, workshop, craft studio, office, or creative space. Ideally located just off vibrant San Pablo Avenue, enjoy convenient access to popular restaurants, cafés, local shops, parks, entertainment, highly regarded Berkeley schools, and public transportation. With multiple living spaces, extensive upgrades, income potential, and an incredibly convenient location, this is a unique Berkeley property offering possibilities that are hard to find. Home Energy Score of 4
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1920
- Lot Size
- 5,000 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 6
- Total Bathrooms
- 3 (3 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Berkeley Unified Schools
Jefferson Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.6 mi
7/10
Thousand Oaks Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 1.2 mi
5/10
Martin Luther King Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 1.0 mi
7/10
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 6.0 | 3.2 |
| Baths | 3.0 | 2.2 |
| Square foot | 2,650 | 2,021.606 |
| Lot Size | 5,000 | 5,060.038 |
| Price | $1.65M | $1.75M |
| Price per sq ft | $623 | $1.0K |
| Built year | 1920 | 1926 |
| HOA | $0 | $549 |
| Days on market | 33 | 31 |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Aug 7, 2026
$1,650,000
Initial Listing
Sold
Mar 16, 2022
$371,500
Public Record
Sold
Oct 10, 2019
$1,043,000
Public Record