Delightful freestanding cottage condo is tucked into a secluded 5-unit enclave in Southwest Berkeley. Pert windowboxes frame the pristine interior, which features carefully selected flooring, counter, and lighting refreshes. With private outdoor spaces and dedicated parking and laundry, this cheerful urban nest is both a respite and an easy launching pad to Berkeley dining hot spots, amenities and transportation. Fully owner-occupied complex offers stable, friendly community as well as quiet privacy. Coveted outdoor spaces for private dining, lounging and gardening make this detached condo live like a private, single-family home.
CondoProperty Type
1919Year Built
$910Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Anne Culbertson•DRE #01734110• Compass
Bought with Sarah Schisler•DRE #01322781• KW Advisors East Bay
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40944161
Apr 27, 2021
Sold
$615,000
$1,230/sq ft
Apr 17, 2021
Pending
—
Apr 5, 2021
Listed
$549,000
$1,098/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 21, 2013
Sold
$359,000
$718/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40623435
Aug 27, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Aug 27, 2013
Sold
$359,000
$718/sq ft
Aug 4, 2013
Pending
—
Jul 17, 2013
Listed
$359,000
$718/sq ft
+3
Freestanding cottage/condo in small, tranquil complex. Sunny & charming, 70% foundation replacement, newer roof, bamboo floors, combo condensing W/D, updated bath w/tankless heater, patio and private sitting area, space to garden. Very low dues, freestanding shed, parking, RECO and sewer compliant.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40268957
Aug 22, 2007
Sold
$354,000
$708/sq ft
Jul 19, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Jul 14, 2007
Price Changed
$349,000
$698/sq ft
May 21, 2007
Listed
$365,000
$730/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 18, 1988
Sold
$70,000
$140/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,738 (+6.8%)
$163,500 + $381,500
$545,000
2024
$9,121 (+2.0%)
$199,706 + $465,981
$665,687
2023
$8,943 (+1.5%)
$195,791 + $456,846
$652,637
2022
$8,813 (+41.2%)
$188,190 + $439,110
$627,300
2021
$6,243 (+6.4%)
$188,190 + $439,110
$627,300
2020
$5,868 (+3.3%)
$121,968 + $284,592
$406,560
2019
$5,680 (+1.6%)
$120,717 + $281,674
$402,391
2018
$5,589 (+3.9%)
$118,351 + $276,153
$394,504
2017
$5,379 (+2.9%)
$113,757 + $265,433
$379,190
2016
$5,227 (+1.3%)
$113,757 + $265,433
$379,190
2015
$5,160 (+0.5%)
$111,526 + $260,228
$371,754
2014
$5,134 (+49.4%)
$107,700 + $251,300
$359,000
2013
$3,437 (−8.1%)
$107,700 + $251,300
$359,000
2012
$3,741 (−10.4%)
$66,000 + $154,000
$220,000
2011
$4,177 (+0.4%)
$75,000 + $175,000
$250,000
2010
$4,161 (−4.3%)
$86,400 + $201,600
$288,000
2009
$4,348 (−11.7%)
$86,400 + $201,600
$288,000
2008
$4,922
$90,000 + $210,000
$300,000
Tax history for 1132 Derby St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,738 (+6.8%)
$163,500 + $381,500
$545,000
2024
$9,121 (+2.0%)
$199,706 + $465,981
$665,687
2023
$8,943 (+1.5%)
$195,791 + $456,846
$652,637
2022
$8,813 (+41.2%)
$188,190 + $439,110
$627,300
2021
$6,243 (+6.4%)
$188,190 + $439,110
$627,300
2020
$5,868 (+3.3%)
$121,968 + $284,592
$406,560
2019
$5,680 (+1.6%)
$120,717 + $281,674
$402,391
2018
$5,589 (+3.9%)
$118,351 + $276,153
$394,504
2017
$5,379 (+2.9%)
$113,757 + $265,433
$379,190
2016
$5,227 (+1.3%)
$113,757 + $265,433
$379,190
2015
$5,160 (+0.5%)
$111,526 + $260,228
$371,754
2014
$5,134 (+49.4%)
$107,700 + $251,300
$359,000
2013
$3,437 (−8.1%)
$107,700 + $251,300
$359,000
2012
$3,741 (−10.4%)
$66,000 + $154,000
$220,000
2011
$4,177 (+0.4%)
$75,000 + $175,000
$250,000
2010
$4,161 (−4.3%)
$86,400 + $201,600
$288,000
2009
$4,348 (−11.7%)
$86,400 + $201,600
$288,000
2008
$4,922
$90,000 + $210,000
$300,000
*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
1
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
1919
Sq. Ft.
488
Year built
1919
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Alameda County
APN
054 174302800
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
R-1
Single Family Residential District
The purpose of the Single-Family Residential (R-1) district is to: Recognize and protect the existing pattern of development in the low-density, single-family residential areas of the city consistent with the General Plan; Make housing available for persons who desire detached housing and a relatively large amount of usable open space; Protect adjacent properties from unreasonable obstruction of light and air; and Permit community facilities such as religious assembly uses, schools, parks, and libraries which serve the local population and are not detrimental to the immediate neighborhood.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Park & open space
May 3, 2019 • Final
Minor
Plumbing
Water heater
Oct 1, 2018 • Final
Minor
Install a two-head ductless mini-split system.
HVAC
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
Parking Features: Off Street, Parking Spaces, Assigned, Space Per Unit - 1
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 1
# of Bathrooms Full: 1
Interior Features
Interior Features: No Additional Rooms, Stone Counters, Updated Kitchen
Appliances: Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Laundry Features: Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl
Street Level Features: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Main Entry
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2021. This data may not match public records. Learn more.