1425 1425 Martin Luther King Jr., Berkeley, California 94709, Berkeley, 94709 - 0 bed, 0 bath
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Berkeley, California 94709
This High-Yield Residential Income Quadruplex is listed at $2,050,000, reflecting a strategic premium over the $1,914,122 Fair Market Value. The property maintains a Condition Rating of 3, featuring recent interior renovations such as marble-patterned tiling, contemporary vanities, and polished hardwood flooring. Situated within walking distance of UC Berkeley, the four 2-bedroom units benefit from a high-demand rental corridor and minimal vacancy risk. This asset combines historic 1898 character with modern interior updates to maximize rental ceilings. It is a premier acquisition for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Portfolio Managers.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 1425 1425 Martin Luther King Jr. Subject | $2,050,000* List Price | 0 | 0 | 2,089 | $916 | - |
A 1936 Berryman St Sold | $1,855,000 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 mi | |
B 1682 Oxford St Active | $1,700,000 List Price | 0 | 0 | 2,396 | $710 | 0.4 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is move-in ready.
While the property was originally built in 1898, the interior photos indicate significant recent renovations. The bathroom features modern marble-patterned tiling, a contemporary vanity, and updated fixtures. Interior spaces show polished hardwood flooring, fresh paint, and updated lighting. The property appears move-in ready and well-maintained, though the historic age of the structure and signs of wear on the exterior driveway keep it from an 'excellent' rating.
Situated within walking distance of the UC Berkeley campus, this property is positioned in a high-demand rental market with a consistent stream of potential student and faculty tenants.
The quadruplex features a uniform layout of four 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom units, providing a versatile and attractive configuration for maximizing rental income in a competitive urban area.
Located in one of Berkeley’s most desirable neighborhoods, the property offers long-term value appreciation and low vacancy risks typical of the local residential income market.
Built in 1898, the structure may require significant capital expenditure for modernizing aging systems, seismic retrofitting, or general deferred maintenance common in century-old buildings.
With a total of 2,089 square feet across four units, the average unit size is approximately 522 square feet, which is exceptionally small for a 2-bedroom configuration and may impact rent ceilings.
Built in 1898, the property at 1425 Martin Luther King Jr. Way in Berkeley consists of four units within a three-story building, each offering a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom layout. The property is well located in one of Berkeley’s most desirable neighborhoods, within walking distance of UC Berkeley’s campus. Its unit mix, strong rental appeal, and proximity to the university make it an attractive investment opportunity for a new owner
No exterior & parking available.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 0.0 | 0.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 0.0 | 0.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 2,089 | 2,089 | 50% |
| Lot Size | 6,098 | 6,098 | 50% |
| Price | $2.05M | $1.90M | 67% |
| Price per sq ft | $981 | $767 | 67% |
| Built year | 1898 | 1910 | 33% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 72 | 187 | 33% |
Mar 20, 2026
$2,050,000
$2,100,000
-2% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Feb 9, 2026
$2,100,000
Initial Listing
Jul 21, 1995
$180,000
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