
Berkeley, California 94705
This 1904 Victorian duplex presents a High-Potential Investment Opportunity with a List Price of $699,000—positioned well above the $576,743 Fair Market Value by -21%. While requiring a comprehensive rehab due to its Condition Rating of 5, the property offers significant upside through its vacant, dual-unit configuration. Featuring original Victorian architecture and a WalkScore of 93, this asset is primed for value-add renovation. This is an ideal acquisition for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Owner-Occupants seeking to capitalize on Berkeley’s high rental demand.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 3202 Shattuck Ave Subject | $699,000* List Price | 0 | 0 | 2,238 | $258 | - |
A 2319 Ward Street Sold | $885,000 | 0 | 0 | 2,578 | $343 | 0.6 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is extensive renovation needed.
Built in 1904 and explicitly marketed as a fixer, the property shows significant age-related wear including peeling paint, cracked plaster, and highly outdated kitchen and bathroom facilities. While the structure retains Victorian charm, it requires a comprehensive rehab of systems and finishes.
Both units are delivered vacant, offering a rare opportunity for an owner-occupant to live in one unit while renting the other, or for an investor to set market-rate rents immediately.
With a WalkScore of 93, the property is situated in a highly desirable South Berkeley neighborhood, providing exceptional access to local amenities, dining, and transit.
This 1904 Victorian retains significant historic charm, including high coved ceilings, original built-in cabinetry with glass and mirrors, and beautiful hardwood floors.
Explicitly listed as a fixer-upper, the property requires substantial vision and capital investment to address deferred maintenance and modernize the living spaces.
The property has a BESO score of 1, indicating very low energy performance which may lead to high utility costs and the need for expensive efficiency upgrades.
Opportunity calls, this is a fixer across from the Starry Plough. This SF-style Berkeley property is a large Victorian with upstairs and downstairs units, each with its own entrance from a charming, gated garden. No tenants yet. Both units are vacant, opening up many possibilities. Bring your vision to these high, coved ceiling rooms with beautiful hardwood floors in most rooms. Finish your favorite pad as the owner’s unit. So many original features. Enter the gate - the first door takes you up a flight of stairs to big windows, high ceilings, and a three-bedroom “apartment” above it all. There are magnificent dining and living rooms, with built-in cabinetry original to the property, replete with mirrors and glass. The second door leads to an entry with built-ins for shoes, sports equipment, luggage… and maybe your furry best friend’s leashes? This unit is as light-filled as the first, with high, coved ceilings and beautiful hardwood floors. In front, a large living room leads to a formal dining area and two bedrooms. The kitchen has an area with built-ins and a sink, and another area for laundry. In front, a private gated area with plum and lemon trees, and rows of herbs create the perfect gathering spot to debrief the day or make big plans for the future. WalkScore® is 93 out of 100. BESO score 1.
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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 | 2,238 | 2,578 | 40% |
| Lot Size | 3,000 | 5,044 | 20% |
| Price | $699.0K | $1.45M | 20% |
| Price per sq ft | $312 | $471 | 20% |
| Built year | 1904 | 1908 | 20% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 10 | 57 | 20% |
May 27, 2026
$699,000
Initial Listing
Oct 19, 1999
$235,000
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