Welcome to 1027 Bancroft Way, a mixed-use, fixer fourplex located in West Berkeley situated on a huge 8,000 SqFt lot. According to the City of Berkeley, as of January 20, 2017, the legal status of the property is three units on the top floor and a commercial unit on the bottom. The top floor is currently configured as roughly two units and the bottom floor is a large commercial space divided into two spaces. There are plenty of off-street parking spaces which includes a two-car garage and a very large backyard. Developers and contractors are encouraged to explore its potential. Built in 1906, the property is in need of significant work but it will be a gem upon completion of renovations. Boasting a “Walker’s and Biker’s Paradise” score of 95, a little over a mile to North Berkeley BART and to the I-80 on-ramp at University Ave., and a 15-minute walk to popular Fourth Street, the location is ideal for renters and homeowners alike!
Multi-familyProperty Type
1906Year Built
8,000 sq ftLot Size
$431Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Bought with Robert Luecke•DRE #01881220• ShopProp, Inc
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40913941
Sep 1, 2020
Sold
$1,193,000
$281/sq ft
Aug 6, 2020
Pending
—
Jul 25, 2020
Listed
$1,095,000
$258/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40637688
Dec 3, 2013
Sold
$850,000
$200/sq ft
Nov 21, 2013
Pending
—
Nov 5, 2013
Listed
$699,000
$165/sq ft
+24
This 1906 home has had many faces over the years. Some of the time, the downstairs was a church with a residence upstairs. It is ready to take on a new face to add to a vibrant West Berkeley neighborhood. This treasure is in close proximity to 4th Street shops and cafés.
Public Records
Apr 4, 1991
Sold
$215,000
$51/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$38,804 (+21.8%)
$662,436 + $1,397,859
$2,060,295
2024
$31,862 (+7.0%)
$649,452 + $1,370,459
$2,019,911
2023
$29,768 (+29.1%)
$636,720 + $1,098,491
$1,735,211
2022
$23,056 (+6.5%)
$612,000 + $604,860
$1,216,860
2021
$21,654 (+24.3%)
$612,000 + $604,860
$1,216,860
2020
$17,416 (+5.4%)
$600,000 + $593,000
$1,193,000
2019
$16,525 (+2.0%)
$336,261 + $616,478
$952,739
2018
$16,194 (+3.6%)
$329,670 + $604,395
$934,065
2017
$15,637 (+4.3%)
$316,872 + $580,932
$897,804
2016
$14,994 (+1.6%)
$316,872 + $580,932
$897,804
2015
$14,765 (+1.5%)
$310,659 + $569,541
$880,200
2014
$14,553 (+55.8%)
$300,000 + $550,000
$850,000
2013
$9,340 (+13.1%)
$300,000 + $550,000
$850,000
2012
$8,258 (+2.5%)
$167,081 + $219,154
$386,235
2011
$8,053 (+1.1%)
$195,297 + $120,983
$316,280
2010
$7,965 (−0.3%)
$191,468 + $118,611
$310,079
2009
$7,989 (+8.5%)
$190,038 + $117,725
$307,763
2008
$7,366
$190,489 + $118,005
$308,494
Tax history for 1027 Bancroft Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$38,804 (+21.8%)
$662,436 + $1,397,859
$2,060,295
2024
$31,862 (+7.0%)
$649,452 + $1,370,459
$2,019,911
2023
$29,768 (+29.1%)
$636,720 + $1,098,491
$1,735,211
2022
$23,056 (+6.5%)
$612,000 + $604,860
$1,216,860
2021
$21,654 (+24.3%)
$612,000 + $604,860
$1,216,860
2020
$17,416 (+5.4%)
$600,000 + $593,000
$1,193,000
2019
$16,525 (+2.0%)
$336,261 + $616,478
$952,739
2018
$16,194 (+3.6%)
$329,670 + $604,395
$934,065
2017
$15,637 (+4.3%)
$316,872 + $580,932
$897,804
2016
$14,994 (+1.6%)
$316,872 + $580,932
$897,804
2015
$14,765 (+1.5%)
$310,659 + $569,541
$880,200
2014
$14,553 (+55.8%)
$300,000 + $550,000
$850,000
2013
$9,340 (+13.1%)
$300,000 + $550,000
$850,000
2012
$8,258 (+2.5%)
$167,081 + $219,154
$386,235
2011
$8,053 (+1.1%)
$195,297 + $120,983
$316,280
2010
$7,965 (−0.3%)
$191,468 + $118,611
$310,079
2009
$7,989 (+8.5%)
$190,038 + $117,725
$307,763
2008
$7,366
$190,489 + $118,005
$308,494
*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
Permits
Beds
8
Baths
11
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1981
Sq. Ft.
5,659
Year built
1906
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
056 197602000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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
Aug 31, 2022 • Final
Pre-app
Convert a garage into an accessory dwelling unit.
ADU
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Total # of Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Detached, Guest, Off Street, Parking Lot, Side Yard Access
Interior
Interior Features
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: Washer/Dryer Hookups
Flooring: Unfinished
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 4,241
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden
Fencing: Fenced
Property Information
Living Area: 4241
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential Income
Property Sub Type: Quadruplex
Year Built: 1906
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 8000
Lot Size Area: 0.18
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.18
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Pellet Stove
Cooling: No Air Conditioning
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Number Of Units Total: 4
School Information
High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150
Public facts
Beds: 8
Baths: 11.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,659
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1906
Year Renovated: 1981
County: Alameda County
APN: 056 197602000
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 • 1.1mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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 hot days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
Wind Factor
We're working on getting current and accurate wind risk information for this home.
9/10 Air Factor
16 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.1 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
11.1 hrs
5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.74M – $2.10M
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Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2020. This data may not match public records. Learn more.