On an awesome block, close to cafes, restaurants and shopping, this is what you could call a Next-Gen home. Use it as a single family 3 bed/2bath, or as a 2/1 with a separate unit upstairs to generate extra income or host your parents or friends. The versatile floor plan lends itself to many configurations. Upon walking in, you will be greeted by Craftsman details, built-ins, and open floor plan. This level includes a living room, two spacious bedrooms, one bath, dining room, kitchen, and a mud room that
On an awesome block, close to cafes, restaurants and shopping, this is what you could call a Next-Gen home. Use it as a single family 3 bed/2bath, or as a 2/1 with a separate unit upstairs to generate extra income or host your parents or friends. The versatile floor plan lends itself to many configurations. Upon walking in, you will be greeted by Craftsman details, built-ins, and open floor plan. This level includes a living room, two spacious bedrooms, one bath, dining room, kitchen, and a mud room that opens to an expansive deck and backyard. Upstairs, the charming studio apartment has a full kitchen and bath and amazing light. The backyard is a true paradise. It features a zen garden, hot tub, lush lawn, play structure, multi-level deck, mature fig tree, workshop (or storage) and an art studio. Convenient location close to Berkeley Bowl West, Caffe Chiave, Longbranch, San Pablo Park and other amenities, great freeway access, and near multiple transportation options.
Updated home with original touches in place throughout. Home has full upper unit, with kitchen, bathroom, and separate entrance. Large, private backyard with deck, lawn, and shed.
8 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40051821
Jul 19, 2018
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Feb 10, 2005
Sold
$560,000
$354/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40051461
Jan 8, 2005
Listing Removed
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,602 (+8.0%)
$435,212 + $1,015,495
$1,450,707
2024
$19,996 (+2.0%)
$426,678 + $995,583
$1,422,261
2023
$19,596 (+1.6%)
$418,313 + $976,064
$1,394,377
2022
$19,285 (−0.4%)
$402,072 + $938,169
$1,340,241
2021
$19,355 (+5.0%)
$402,072 + $938,169
$1,340,241
2020
$18,427 (+3.4%)
$394,189 + $919,774
$1,313,963
2019
$17,821 (+80.6%)
$390,150 + $910,350
$1,300,500
2018
$9,867 (+3.8%)
$382,500 + $892,500
$1,275,000
2017
$9,508 (+3.6%)
$183,674 + $428,572
$612,246
2016
$9,175 (+1.4%)
$183,674 + $428,572
$612,246
2015
$9,048 (+0.4%)
$180,073 + $420,171
$600,244
2014
$9,013 (−0.7%)
$173,896 + $405,757
$579,653
2013
$9,077 (+3.8%)
$173,896 + $405,757
$579,653
2012
$8,745 (+1.3%)
$173,111 + $403,926
$577,037
2011
$8,630 (+0.5%)
$169,717 + $396,007
$565,724
2010
$8,588 (−7.1%)
$168,000 + $392,000
$560,000
2009
$9,249 (+4.2%)
$168,000 + $392,000
$560,000
2008
$8,879
$181,846 + $424,308
$606,154
Tax history for 1220 Carleton St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,602 (+8.0%)
$435,212 + $1,015,495
$1,450,707
2024
$19,996 (+2.0%)
$426,678 + $995,583
$1,422,261
2023
$19,596 (+1.6%)
$418,313 + $976,064
$1,394,377
2022
$19,285 (−0.4%)
$402,072 + $938,169
$1,340,241
2021
$19,355 (+5.0%)
$402,072 + $938,169
$1,340,241
2020
$18,427 (+3.4%)
$394,189 + $919,774
$1,313,963
2019
$17,821 (+80.6%)
$390,150 + $910,350
$1,300,500
2018
$9,867 (+3.8%)
$382,500 + $892,500
$1,275,000
2017
$9,508 (+3.6%)
$183,674 + $428,572
$612,246
2016
$9,175 (+1.4%)
$183,674 + $428,572
$612,246
2015
$9,048 (+0.4%)
$180,073 + $420,171
$600,244
2014
$9,013 (−0.7%)
$173,896 + $405,757
$579,653
2013
$9,077 (+3.8%)
$173,896 + $405,757
$579,653
2012
$8,745 (+1.3%)
$173,111 + $403,926
$577,037
2011
$8,630 (+0.5%)
$169,717 + $396,007
$565,724
2010
$8,588 (−7.1%)
$168,000 + $392,000
$560,000
2009
$9,249 (+4.2%)
$168,000 + $392,000
$560,000
2008
$8,879
$181,846 + $424,308
$606,154
*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
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,300
Year renovated
1945
Sq. Ft.
1,583
Year built
1915
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
054 178702200
Parking Spaces
0
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
No
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 7, 2024.
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
Mar 13, 2025 • Final
Minor
Plumbing
Water heater
Sep 26, 2023 • Active
Plan check
Electrical
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
Interior
Virtual Tour
Heating & Cooling
Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit, Other (See Remarks)
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units: 2
Exterior
Exterior Features
Construction: Stucco
Building Information
Year Built: 1915
Property Information
Res Income 2-4 Units
Lot Information
# of Acres (Approximate): 0.12
Lot Size: 4,000-7,499 Sq. Ft.
Land Information
Irrigation: Automatic
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,583
Stories: 1.5
Parking Spaces: 0
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 5,300 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1915
Year Renovated: 1945
County: Alameda County
APN: 054 178702200
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Nov 7, 2024
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Oxford Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Berkeley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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
$1.33M – $1.61M
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