Charming West Berkeley Victorian on Tree-Lined Street. This beautifully updated 3-bed, 2-bath home lives larger than its square footage suggests, offering effortless comfort and functionality. A bonus 1-bed, 1-bath, 948 sq ft. lower level provides extra space for guests or a private home office. Enjoy entertaining in the sophisticated, low-maintenance garden with a tasteful blend of hardscape and softscape, fruit trees, a beautiful pergola; fully fenced for pets and children. Stunning live oaks provide dappled light and a buffer from the world. The large windows transform this into a light-filled home that features timeless, simple finishes throughout. Located in a bike-, stroller-, and walk-friendly neighborhood, you’re just minutes from countless independently owned shops, cafes, bakeries, art collectives, and restaurants—everything that makes West Berkeley vibrant, diverse, and welcoming. Easy living, abundant charm, and unbeatable location—this home truly has it all.
Single-familyProperty Type
1910Year Built
4,000 sq ftLot Size
$1,146Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Amy Robeson•DRE #01433093• Vanguard Properties
Listed by Dana Jongewaard•DRE #02020820• Vanguard Properties
Bought with Greg Verhey•DRE #02105182• Pellego, Inc
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41096111
Jun 11, 2025
Sold
$1,125,000
$965/sq ft
May 23, 2025
Pending
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May 7, 2025
Listed
$1,100,000
$943/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40804846
Jan 23, 2018
Sold
$1,000,000
$858/sq ft
Dec 23, 2017
Pending
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Dec 1, 2017
Listed
$999,000
$857/sq ft
Built in 1907, this West Berkeley Beauty is a winner! Serene front garden, inviting porch. 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Eat-in Kitchen, washer and dryer, all on the same level. 1-car attached garage. PLUS an unwarranted downstairs large space. Both, upstairs and downstairs are professionally staged. Beautifully landscaped backyard/garden. All this on a 4,000 square feet lot! Perfectly located near everything West Berkeley has to offer: minutes walk to Aquatic Park, University Avenue and San Pablo Avenue shops and restaurants, West Berkeley Branch Library. A few minutes drive to 4TH Street shops and restaurants, Berkeley Marina, North Berkeley BART station, Gourmet Ghetto, Downtown Berkeley, Monterey Market, and much more. 10 minutes to The Bay Bridge,25 minutes to Downtown San Francisco. A must see. WOW!
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40667207
Aug 21, 2014
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Jan 28, 1998
Sold
$20,000
$17/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,261 (+12.1%)
$142,509 + $332,521
$475,030
2024
$18,067 (+2.5%)
$341,343 + $796,467
$1,137,810
2023
$17,635 (+2.2%)
$334,650 + $780,850
$1,115,500
2022
$17,255 (−0.2%)
$321,657 + $750,533
$1,072,190
2021
$17,295 (+5.6%)
$321,657 + $750,533
$1,072,190
2020
$16,374 (+5.4%)
$315,351 + $735,819
$1,051,170
2019
$15,534 (+235.7%)
$312,120 + $728,280
$1,040,400
2018
$4,628 (+0.4%)
$306,000 + $714,000
$1,020,000
2017
$4,611 (+20.3%)
$41,273 + $89,425
$130,698
2016
$3,832 (+2.0%)
$41,273 + $89,425
$130,698
2015
$3,756 (+2.4%)
$40,464 + $87,672
$128,136
2014
$3,668 (+0.7%)
$39,075 + $84,664
$123,739
2013
$3,643 (+3.3%)
$39,075 + $84,664
$123,739
2012
$3,527 (+3.5%)
$38,899 + $84,282
$123,181
2011
$3,407 (+1.6%)
$38,136 + $82,629
$120,765
2010
$3,352 (−1.2%)
$37,389 + $81,010
$118,399
2009
$3,393 (+0.1%)
$37,110 + $80,405
$117,515
2008
$3,389
$37,198 + $80,596
$117,794
Tax history for 1011 Bancroft Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,261 (+12.1%)
$142,509 + $332,521
$475,030
2024
$18,067 (+2.5%)
$341,343 + $796,467
$1,137,810
2023
$17,635 (+2.2%)
$334,650 + $780,850
$1,115,500
2022
$17,255 (−0.2%)
$321,657 + $750,533
$1,072,190
2021
$17,295 (+5.6%)
$321,657 + $750,533
$1,072,190
2020
$16,374 (+5.4%)
$315,351 + $735,819
$1,051,170
2019
$15,534 (+235.7%)
$312,120 + $728,280
$1,040,400
2018
$4,628 (+0.4%)
$306,000 + $714,000
$1,020,000
2017
$4,611 (+20.3%)
$41,273 + $89,425
$130,698
2016
$3,832 (+2.0%)
$41,273 + $89,425
$130,698
2015
$3,756 (+2.4%)
$40,464 + $87,672
$128,136
2014
$3,668 (+0.7%)
$39,075 + $84,664
$123,739
2013
$3,643 (+3.3%)
$39,075 + $84,664
$123,739
2012
$3,527 (+3.5%)
$38,899 + $84,282
$123,181
2011
$3,407 (+1.6%)
$38,136 + $82,629
$120,765
2010
$3,352 (−1.2%)
$37,389 + $81,010
$118,399
2009
$3,393 (+0.1%)
$37,110 + $80,405
$117,515
2008
$3,389
$37,198 + $80,596
$117,794
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
4,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1917
Sq. Ft.
1,166
Year built
1907
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
056 197501900
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
R-1A
Limited Two-Family Residential District
The purpose of the Limited Two-Family Residential district is to: Recognize and protect the existing pattern of low medium-density residential areas characterized by reasonable open and spacious type of development consistent with the General Plan; Protect adjacent properties from unreasonable obstruction of light and air; Allow flexibility in the use of property for residential purposes by permitting two dwelling units on one lot under limited conditions; and Appropriately regulate the rear and side setback areas for the construction of a dwelling unit in areas west of San Pablo Avenue.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 1
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
ADU Baths Full: 1
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Shower Over Tub
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Dryer, Washer
Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer, In Kitchen
Upper Level Features: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Laundry Facility, Main Entry
Street Level Features: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Laundry Facility, No Steps to Entry
Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile, Carpet
Room Information
Kitchen Features: Stone Counters,Dishwasher,Eat-in Kitchen,Disposal,Gas Range/Cooktop,Range/Oven Free Standing
ADU Has Kitchen
Rooms Total: 6
Basement: Full
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Building Area Total: 1,166
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered
Exterior Features: Back Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
Fencing: Fenced
Property Information
Living Area: 1166
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1910
Has ADU
Lot Information
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Size Square Feet: 4000
Lot Size Area: 0.09
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.09
Utilities
Green Features Information
Green Water Conservation: Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Forced Air
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,166
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1907
Year Renovated: 1917
County: Alameda County
APN: 056 197501900
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Oxford Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Martin Luther King Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
9/10
Berkeley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 82° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
9/10 Air Factor
16 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.27M – $1.54M
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