2340 Virginia St, Berkeley, California 94709, Berkeley, 94709 - bed, bath
ACTIVE$1,898,000/sqft
2340 Virginia St, Berkeley, California 94709
0Bed
0Bath
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5,625Lot
Price Vs. Estimate
Estimation data not available
Key pros and cons
Top Pros:
Exceptional North Berkeley Location: Prime, sought-after neighborhood on a tree-lined street, enhancing desirability and long-term value in a highly competitive market.
Top Cons:
Extremely Low Home Energy Score: A Home Energy Score of 1 indicates very poor energy efficiency, likely leading to higher utility costs and potential need for significant insulation or system upgrades.
Compared to the nearby listings
Price:$1.90M vs avg $1.68M (+$220,500)67%
Size: sqft vs avg sqft50%
Price/sqft:$0 vs avg $050%
More Insights
Built in 1929 (97 years old).
Condition: While the property benefits from recent cosmetic updates like fresh paint and refinished oak floors, and one bathroom appears recently renovated with modern finishes, the kitchens (especially one with yellow laminate countertops and older appliances) and the other bathroom (with pink tile) are significantly outdated and require substantial renovation to meet current standards. The 1929 build year and a Home Energy Score of 1 also suggest potential for further system upgrades and efficiency improvements.
Year Built
1929
Close
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List price
$1.9M
Original List price
$1.9M
Price/Sqft
$0
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
41120082
Home ConditionFair
Features
Patio
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About this home
Location, Location, Location! Prime north Berkeley location! Located on a tree-lined street of Classic era properties in the heart of Berkeley's sought-after neighborhood, minutes to the world-renowned UCB, downtown Berkeley BART, fabulous restaurants, performing arts theaters, music venues, and North Shattuck Corridor specialty shops, cafes, eateries and markets. This duplex has a total of 3+ bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and over 2900 sqft of living space, the brand new roof (except for the tiles), fresh paint, refinished oak floors, spacious living and dining areas, breakfast nooks, and attached 2 garages are features that add to the property's appeal. Each unit is separately metered for gas and electricity. Whether an investor or an owner-user, this special property offers great potential. Home Energy Score of 1 for both 2340 and 2344.
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Xiuju Sun
Listing Agent
Nearby schools
5/10
Oxford Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.8mi
7/10
Washington Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.9mi
7/10
Cragmont Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.1mi
7/10
Emerson Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.3mi
6/10
Leconte Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.4mi
6/10
John Muir Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.7mi
6/10
Malcolm X Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.8mi
8/10
Willard Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.2mi
8/10
Berkeley High School
Public,•9-12•0.7mi
Price History
Date
Event
Price
08/10/21
Sold
$1,653,000
Condition Rating
Fair
While the property benefits from recent cosmetic updates like fresh paint and refinished oak floors, and one bathroom appears recently renovated with modern finishes, the kitchens (especially one with yellow laminate countertops and older appliances) and the other bathroom (with pink tile) are significantly outdated and require substantial renovation to meet current standards. The 1929 build year and a Home Energy Score of 1 also suggest potential for further system upgrades and efficiency improvements.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Exceptional North Berkeley Location: Prime, sought-after neighborhood on a tree-lined street, enhancing desirability and long-term value in a highly competitive market.
Unbeatable Proximity to Amenities: Minutes from UC Berkeley, downtown BART, diverse dining, arts venues, and the vibrant North Shattuck Corridor, offering unparalleled convenience.
Income-Generating Duplex with Separate Meters: Offers significant investment potential or owner-occupancy with rental income, supported by separate utility metering for gas and electricity.
Recent Key Property Upgrades: Benefits from a brand new roof (excluding tiles), fresh paint, and refinished oak floors, reducing immediate maintenance concerns for new owners.
Spacious Layout and Attached Garages: Over 2900 sqft of living space with generous living/dining areas and two attached garages provide comfort, functionality, and practical parking/storage solutions.
Cons
Extremely Low Home Energy Score: A Home Energy Score of 1 indicates very poor energy efficiency, likely leading to higher utility costs and potential need for significant insulation or system upgrades.
Historic Property with Potential Hidden Costs: Built in 1929, despite recent updates, the property may still have aging systems (e.g., plumbing, electrical) or require further modernization beyond cosmetic improvements.
Incomplete Roof Replacement: The description notes a 'brand new roof (except for the tiles),' suggesting the tile portion remains original or older, which could be a future maintenance or replacement expense.