Two houses, One Lot makes Berkeley so sweetly within reach. Poets Corner neighborhood with strong relationships, diverse and friendly community, CERT earthquake prep group and Friends of Strawberry Creek Park. WalkScore-92 and BikeScore-99 1206 Move-in ready split level with Classic 1930s design elements, including iron rails, corner window, working fireplace, tiled kitchen and bathroom. Gorgeous hardwood floors. 1204 is a Sunny Rear Cottage that has its own driveway, backyard, storage and laundry. Updated kitchen flows to awesome deck, modified for accessibility with laminate floors, widened walkways and large accessible bathroom.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40803122
Jan 3, 2018
Sold
$997,000
$594/sq ft
Dec 6, 2017
Pending
—
Nov 21, 2017
Contingent
—
Nov 8, 2017
Listed
$987,000
$588/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40225966
Mar 28, 2007
Sold
$725,000
$432/sq ft
Feb 23, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Nov 18, 2006
Listed
$729,000
$434/sq ft
+4
Both homes freshly painted inside and out. 1206 newly refinished hardwood floors,sep.dining room, period details, sunny and bright. 1204 new kitchen and appliances, upated bath, new flooring, large deck. Both houses have their own washer/dryer. Large garage for 1206; separate garage for 1204.
Public Records
Oct 19, 2006
Sold
$657,500
$392/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 15, 1978
Sold
$52,000
$31/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,215 (+9.0%)
$340,318 + $794,077
$1,134,395
2024
$16,714 (+2.1%)
$340,318 + $794,077
$1,134,395
2023
$16,373 (+1.7%)
$333,646 + $778,507
$1,112,153
2022
$16,095 (−0.3%)
$320,692 + $748,281
$1,068,973
2021
$16,140 (+5.4%)
$320,692 + $748,281
$1,068,973
2020
$15,313 (+3.8%)
$314,404 + $733,611
$1,048,015
2019
$14,753 (+41.2%)
$311,183 + $726,095
$1,037,278
2018
$10,450 (+3.9%)
$305,082 + $711,858
$1,016,940
2017
$10,061 (+3.6%)
$195,854 + $456,994
$652,848
2016
$9,711 (+1.4%)
$195,854 + $456,994
$652,848
2015
$9,579 (−1.0%)
$192,015 + $448,037
$640,052
2014
$9,679 (−0.6%)
$185,429 + $432,669
$618,098
2013
$9,739 (+3.8%)
$185,429 + $432,669
$618,098
2012
$9,379 (+2.1%)
$184,593 + $430,717
$615,310
2011
$9,184 (+0.9%)
$180,974 + $422,273
$603,247
2010
$9,099 (−19.9%)
$177,426 + $413,994
$591,420
2009
$11,360 (+3.8%)
$176,100 + $410,900
$587,000
2008
$10,940
$226,287 + $528,003
$754,290
Tax history for 1206 Allston Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,215 (+9.0%)
$340,318 + $794,077
$1,134,395
2024
$16,714 (+2.1%)
$340,318 + $794,077
$1,134,395
2023
$16,373 (+1.7%)
$333,646 + $778,507
$1,112,153
2022
$16,095 (−0.3%)
$320,692 + $748,281
$1,068,973
2021
$16,140 (+5.4%)
$320,692 + $748,281
$1,068,973
2020
$15,313 (+3.8%)
$314,404 + $733,611
$1,048,015
2019
$14,753 (+41.2%)
$311,183 + $726,095
$1,037,278
2018
$10,450 (+3.9%)
$305,082 + $711,858
$1,016,940
2017
$10,061 (+3.6%)
$195,854 + $456,994
$652,848
2016
$9,711 (+1.4%)
$195,854 + $456,994
$652,848
2015
$9,579 (−1.0%)
$192,015 + $448,037
$640,052
2014
$9,679 (−0.6%)
$185,429 + $432,669
$618,098
2013
$9,739 (+3.8%)
$185,429 + $432,669
$618,098
2012
$9,379 (+2.1%)
$184,593 + $430,717
$615,310
2011
$9,184 (+0.9%)
$180,974 + $422,273
$603,247
2010
$9,099 (−19.9%)
$177,426 + $413,994
$591,420
2009
$11,360 (+3.8%)
$176,100 + $410,900
$587,000
2008
$10,940
$226,287 + $528,003
$754,290
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1929
Sq. Ft.
1,678
Year built
1929
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
056 198700200
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 28, 2026.
R-2
Restricted Two-Family Residential District
The purpose of the Restricted Two-Family Residential (R-2) district is to: Implement the General Plan by encouraging the development of low medium-density residential areas characterized by a reasonably open and spacious type of development with a pattern of housing types ranging from single-family to duplexes and small apartment structures; Make available housing for persons who desire a range of housing choice with a relatively large amount of open space; and Protect adjacent properties from unreasonable obstruction of light and air.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Housing-Other
Park & open space
Nov 3, 2025 • Final
Minor
Replace a natural gas water heater.
Plumbing
Water heater
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: 2
Has Attached Garage
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Attached
Interior
Interior Features
Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Accessibility Features: Accessible Hallway(s), Accessible Full Bath, Electric/Environ Ctrl
Laundry Features: Dryer, In Garage, Washer
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
Room Information
Basement: Partial, Unfinished
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 1,678
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Balcony/Patio
Exterior Features: Back Yard, Side Yard, Storage
Property Information
Living Area: 1678
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential Income
Property Sub Type: 2HOUSES-1LOT
Other Units: Detached Cottage(s)
Year Built: 1929
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 4000
Lot Size Area: 0.09
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.09
Lot Features: 2 Houses / 1 Lot, Level
Utilities
Green Features Information
Green Energy Efficient: Energy Audit - Available, Insulation - Other, Varies by Unit
Utility Information
Separate Meter: Electric, Gas, Water
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Wall Furnace
Cooling: No Air Conditioning
Location
Unit 1 Information
Unit 1 # of Bathrooms: 1
Unit 1 Dining Room: Yes
Unit 1 Air Conditioning: No
Unit 1 Parking Spaces: 1
Unit 2 Information
Unit 2 # of Bathrooms: 1
Unit 2 Dining Room: No
Unit 2 Air Conditioning: No
Unit 2 # of Parking Spaces: 1
Multi-Unit Information
Number Of Units Total: 2
Some Units Have: Deck, Disposal, Fireplaces
School Information
High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,678
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 4,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1929
Year Renovated: 1929
County: Alameda County
APN: 056 198700200
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Oxford Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Martin Luther King Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
9/10
Berkeley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
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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Historical weather
Berkeley, CA • 94702
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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
$1.28M – $1.55M
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Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2017. This data may not match public records. Learn more.