
Berkeley, California 94702
This Stunning Turnkey Residence is a High-Potential Investment Opportunity, listed at $1,495,000—positioned well below the $1,950,175 Fair Market Value by 23%. This valuation gap offers $455,175 in Instant Equity. Featuring a Chef’s Kitchen, new roof, and heat pump, the property maintains an Excellent Condition Rating. Located near top-rated schools like Albany High and offering a private hot tub and landscaped gardens, this home is an ideal acquisition for Owner-Occupants or discerning buyers seeking a premium North Berkeley lifestyle.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 1524 Sacramento St Subject 5 bd · 2 ba · 1,987 sqft · $981 | $1,495,000* List Price | 5 | 2 | 1,987 | $981 | - |
A 2312 Browning St. Active Under Contract 3 bd · 3 ba · 2,184 sqft · $685 · 1.0 mi | $1,495,000 List Price | 3 | 3 | 2,184 | $685 | 1.0 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
Although built in 1942, the property has undergone a comprehensive high-end renovation within the last 5 years. It features a modern chef's kitchen with Miele and Viking appliances, a brand new roof, new windows, and updated systems including a heat pump and EV charger. The interior is in mint condition with random plank hardwood floors and professional landscaping, requiring no immediate maintenance.
Middle School: Albany Middle School (9/10). High School: Albany High School (9/10).
Ideally situated blocks from BART, the Ohlone Greenway, and Monterey Market, offering exceptional walkability and convenience in a highly coveted neighborhood.
The home features a chef’s kitchen with premium Miele and Viking appliances, a brand-new roof, and sustainable systems including a heat pump and EV charger.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 1987, other record living area = 1894.
At 4,050 square feet, the lot is relatively modest for a five-bedroom home, which may limit outdoor space for buyers seeking a larger yard or significant expansion.
The property has a Home Energy Score (HES) of 4, suggesting that despite recent upgrades, there is still room for improvement in insulation and overall energy performance.
THE FEELING: Immensely flexible and beautifully updated, this sunny home is a North Berkeley oasis with lush gardens and a hot tub blocks from BART, the Ohlone Greenway, and the world class amenities of North Berkeley. THE HOUSE: 5 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 1987 SQFT split level, offering privacy and floorplan flexibility for every need. Professionally landscaped, the home is surrounded by meandering English gardens, mature Japanese maples, and fruit trees. The living room welcomes you with a garden view and fireplace, and the upgraded chef’s kitchen features a Miele fridge and Viking stove. The kitchen opens to a tranquil garden, which is also accessed from the primary suite, privately tucked away in the back of the house. Generously sized upstairs bedrooms feature abundant natural light, ample closets and/or built-in cabinetry. The attached one-car garage also has possibilities with recessed lighting, a wall of cabinets, and laundry area. DESIGN LANGUAGE: Traditional Period Revival with European influence includes mullioned casement windows throughout, random plank hardwood floors, and incredible indoor/outdoor flow. THE HEART OF THE HOME: The stylish kitchen opens to enjoy the enclosed backyard where a spacious deck with built-in seating invites you to gather for conversation, sip your morning coffee, or dine al fresco with family and friends. Steps lead to a level lawn for play and another patio for entertaining, or relaxing in the oversized hot tub. SYSTEMS & PEACE OF MIND: EV charger, brand new roof, multiple new windows and a heat pump. BESO compliant. HES Score: 4. OUTSIDE YOUR DOOR: Blocks away from beloved city parks including King pool, top-rated public schools, gourmet shopping at Monterey Market, and BART. Explore Solano Avenue’s dining, Gilman’s amenities or Berkeley’s world-class cultural offerings.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.1 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.0 mi
Grades 6-8 • 0.4 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 5.0 | 3.2 |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.2 |
| Square foot | 1,987 | 1,939.842 |
| Lot Size | 4,050 | 5,015.791 |
| Price | $1.50M | $1.78M |
| Price per sq ft | $752 | $1.0K |
| Built year | 1942 | 1925 |
| HOA | $0 | $443 |
| Days on market | 3 | 32 |
Oct 21, 2026
$1,495,000
Initial Listing