
Emeryville, California 94608
This Historic Bauhaus-style Loft is a Strong Value Opportunity, listed at $585,000—positioned well above the $548,167 Fair Market Value by 6%. While priced slightly above market, the unit features a Mint Condition Rating following a high-quality renovation, including an industrial chef’s kitchen and artisanal concrete floors. With legally zoned live/work flexibility, panoramic Bay Area views, and a 90 WalkScore, this property offers a unique lifestyle for creative professionals or owner-occupants seeking a turnkey, iconic urban sanctuary in vibrant Emeryville.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 4053 Harlan St 315 Subject | $585,000* List Price | 1 | 1 | 1,146 | $478 | - |
A 5855 Horton Street 526 Sold | $520,000 | 1 | 2 | 1,234 | $421 | 0.8 mi |
B 1001 46th Street 212 Active | $475,000 List Price | 1 | 1 | 1,051 | $452 | 0.5 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
While the building dates to 1917, the unit has undergone a high-quality recent renovation. It features a new industrial chef's kitchen with recently installed cabinets, subway tile, and a new Forno range, along with a recently refreshed bathroom and updated artisanal concrete flooring, placing it in mint, move-in condition.
Situated in the iconic 1917 Bauhaus-style Besler Building, this loft features 14-foot ceilings, vintage industrial details, and a unique funnel-shaped floor plan that offers unmatched character.
As a top-floor unit with 40 feet of north-facing casement windows, the property provides exceptional natural light and sweeping views of the Bay Area, Berkeley Hills, and Pixar campus.
Legally zoned for live/work use with a highly customizable layout, including a bonus loft and an enclosed studio room, making it ideal for creative professionals and entrepreneurs.
The monthly HOA fee of $715 is relatively high, which may increase the total cost of ownership and deter budget-conscious buyers.
Built in 1917, the historic nature of the building may present ongoing maintenance challenges or lack certain modern conveniences found in newer luxury developments.
4053 Harlan Street #315 is a character-drenched, 3rd floor loft perched atop the historic 1917 Bauhaus-style Besler Building in vibrant Emeryville. Residents are a diverse, eclectic community of artists, designers, techies, entrepreneurs, & other professionals—each exploring their creativity in an iconic building, legally zoned live/work. The vintage freight elevator, large enough to carry the steam cars built here during WWII, provides a movie-like experience & makes moving a breeze. Step into this nonpareil unit w/ its singular, funnel-shaped floor plan, spotlighting soaring 14-foot ceilings & opening wide to 40 feet of north-facing casement windows. The loft combines industrial aesthetics w/ a tree-house vibe and contemporary comforts. The floor plan is infinitely customizable to match creative expression & artistic touch. This top-floor unit, with some of the best views in the Besler Building, is flooded w/ sunlight & offers a panoramic view of the Bay Area, including San Rafael, North Berkeley, Pixar, & the Berkeley Hills. On a clear night, one is immersed in epic sunsets (the seller is the first owner in the building and chose this from all of the lofts). The loft features artisanal, hand-painted concrete floors evoking the elegance & old-world charm of historic Tuscan patios. The shimmering floor surface, divided into 5' x 5' squares, mimics the natural aging of handcrafted Tuscan palazzo tiling, characterized by warm, earthy tones, stone veining, and weathered textures. Other Unit 315 features include: an industrial chef’s kitchen with a stainless steel restaurant sink, cabinet-depth stainless steel refrigerator, recently installed subway tile & cabinets, & new Forno range; A spacious upstairs loft that offers bonus square footage & multiple uses, including a bedroom, walk-in closet, lounge, & office with its own dedicated staircase; A main-floor enclosed room, ideal for a music or art studio, private office, or deluxe pantry; Recently refreshed full bath with combination shower & tub; & northern exposure providing a cooler climate and a cherished lack of street noise in this well-insulated unit. Besler building features include: One dedicated off-street parking space per unit, plus unlimited access to the City Hall parking lot, offering free day and night parking for guests, An exterior garden & gathering area on Haven Street; & Parking, water, building fire & liability insurance, & trash collection included in dues. 90 WalkScore + 95 BikeScore.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-8 • 0.4 mi
Grades 9-12 • 0.4 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 1.0 | 1.5 |
| Baths | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| Square foot | 1,146 | 774.12 |
| Lot Size | 39,694 | 230,772.3 |
| Price | $585.0K | $451.9K |
| Price per sq ft | $510 | $517 |
| Built year | 1917 | 1987 |
| HOA | $715.0 | $708 |
| Days on market | 83 | 55 |
Jun 18, 2026
$585,000
Initial Listing
Dec 13, 2001
$105,000
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