1530 Stuart St, Berkeley, California 94703, Berkeley, 94703 - 0 bed, 0 bath
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Berkeley, California 94703
This Value-Add Duplex Asset is listed at $1,000,000, offering a fair market entry point near its $953,029 Fair Market Value. Currently holding a Condition Rating of 4, the 1983-built structure provides significant "upside potential" for those looking to modernize and reposition the asset for market-rate rents. The property features a versatile layout, a private Patio, and access to highly-rated schools like Malcolm X Elementary and Berkeley High School. Located minutes from UC Berkeley, it benefits from perpetual rental demand and resilient market trends. This is an ideal acquisition for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Owner-Occupants.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 1530 Stuart St Subject | $900,000* List Price | 0 | 0 | 1,680 | $593 | - |
A 2201 Spaulding Ave Sold | $1,030,000 | 0 | 0 | 1,652 | $623 | 0.7 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1983, this 41-year-old property is described as a 'value-add' investment opportunity with 'upside potential,' indicating that the interior components like the kitchen and bathrooms are likely original or dated. While the exterior appears maintained, the listing's focus on 'repositioning the asset' and the lack of interior photos suggest that modernization and minor repairs are needed to achieve market-rate rents.
The duplex-style configuration provides exceptional flexibility for investors, allowing for dual rental streams, multigenerational living, or a strategic house-hacking opportunity in a high-demand market.
Located just minutes from UC Berkeley and local amenities, the property benefits from a high walk score and consistent rental demand from students, faculty, and professionals.
Access to highly-rated schools, including Berkeley High and Willard Middle School, enhances the property's long-term value and appeals to a broad range of potential tenants.
The property is utilized as a duplex but classified as a single-family residence in public records, which may complicate financing or require legal permitting to formalize the use.
Positioned as an investment opportunity with 'upside potential,' the property likely requires additional capital investment for modernization or repairs to achieve top-market rental rates.
Excellent investment opportunity at 1530 Stuart Street in the highly desirable Berkeley market. This property offers strong upside potential for investors seeking income property in one of the East Bay’s most stable rental markets. The structure has been utilized as a duplex-style layout, providing the possibility for dual rental income, multigenerational living, or a live-in owner strategy. While the property may be classified as a single-family residence in public records, its configuration offers flexibility for investors exploring value-add opportunities. Located just minutes from University of California, Berkeley, the property benefits from consistent rental demand driven by students, faculty, and professionals. The surrounding neighborhood features strong walkability with nearby cafés, local shops, public transit, and easy access to the broader East Bay. With Berkeley’s historically tight housing supply and strong long-term appreciation trends, 1530 Stuart Street presents an attractive opportunity for investors looking to capture rental income, reposition the asset, or hold for long-term growth. Don’t miss the chance to acquire a property with income potential in one of the Bay Area’s most resilient housing markets. BESO score 10.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.4 mi
Grades K-5 • 0.8 mi
Grades K-5 • 0.9 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 0.0 | 0.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 0.0 | 0.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 1,680 | 2,588 | 43% |
| Lot Size | 5,400 | 5,400 | 50% |
| Price | $900.0K | $1.44M | 14% |
| Price per sq ft | $536 | $623 | 43% |
| Built year | 1983 | 1962 | 86% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 34 | 189 | 14% |
Apr 20, 2026
$900,000
$1,000,000
-10% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Mar 19, 2026
$1,000,000
Initial Listing