Exceptional Craftsman duplex move-in ready in one of Berkeley's prime neighborhoods! 1237 Curtis St: Offers 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms across two levels. Featuring a chef's kitchen with Sub-Zero and Thermador appliances, radiant-heated cement and hardwood floors, and accordion doors opening to a private yard with a sauna, spa, and BBQ. The upstairs primary suite includes a steam shower and office nook. 1239 Curtis St: Boasts 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, vaulted ceilings, radiant-heated hardwood floors, a private balcony, and premium kitchen with separate laundry. Both units have home automation systems and there is a spacious 2-car garage that provides secure parking, with potential for shared access between units. Conveniently located close to shops, dining, BART, and parks--ideal for owner occupancy, investment, or multi-generational living.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41113254
Oct 24, 2025
Sold
$2,850,000
$1,034/sq ft
Oct 15, 2025
Pending
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Sep 30, 2025
Listed
$2,250,000
$817/sq ft
Exceptional Craftsman duplex move-in ready in one of Berkeley's prime neighborhoods. 1237 Curtis St: Offers 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms across two levels, featuring a chef's kitchen with Sub-Zero and Thermador appliances, radiant-heated cement and hardwood floors, and accordion doors opening to a private yard with a sauna, spa, and BBQ. The primary suite upstairs includes a steam shower and office nook. 1239 Curtis St: Boasts 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, vaulted ceilings, radiant-heated hardwood floors, a private balcony, and premium kitchen with separate laundry. Both units have home automation systems and there is a spacious 2-car garage that provides secure parking, with potential for shared access between units. Conveniently located close to shops, dining, BART, and parks--ideal for owner occupancy, investment, or multi-generational living.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41113256
Oct 24, 2025
Sold
$2,850,000
$1,034/sq ft
Oct 15, 2025
Pending
—
Sep 30, 2025
Listed
$2,250,000
$817/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #29023937
Oct 8, 1999
Sold
$155,000
$56/sq ft
Sep 29, 1999
Listing Removed
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Jul 30, 1999
Listed
$140,000
$51/sq ft
lot of deferred maintenance in building landscaping, sold as is present and physical, probate sale (10% cash. check made to estate) use probate form. No appliances,
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,513 (+12.3%)
$855,000 + $1,995,000
$2,850,000
2024
$16,480 (+2.2%)
$189,847 + $753,592
$943,439
2023
$16,119 (+2.1%)
$186,125 + $738,820
$924,945
2022
$15,781
$178,899 + $710,134
$889,033
2021
$15,790 (+6.7%)
$178,899 + $710,134
$889,033
2020
$14,797 (+5.2%)
$175,392 + $696,214
$871,606
2019
$14,061 (+1.9%)
$173,593 + $689,079
$862,672
2018
$13,798 (+3.6%)
$170,190 + $675,574
$845,764
2017
$13,320 (+4.1%)
$163,583 + $649,348
$812,931
2016
$12,798 (+1.5%)
$163,583 + $649,348
$812,931
2015
$12,615 (+0.3%)
$160,376 + $636,617
$796,993
2014
$12,578 (−0.7%)
$154,875 + $614,777
$769,652
2013
$12,664 (+77.9%)
$154,875 + $614,777
$769,652
2012
$7,118 (+18.2%)
$154,176 + $612,000
$766,176
2011
$6,020 (+16.9%)
$151,153 + $208,999
$360,152
2010
$5,149 (−1.3%)
$148,189 + $130,999
$279,188
2009
$5,218 (+83.2%)
$147,083 + $68,177
$215,260
2008
$2,848
$147,433 + $68,340
$215,773
Tax history for 1237 Curtis St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,513 (+12.3%)
$855,000 + $1,995,000
$2,850,000
2024
$16,480 (+2.2%)
$189,847 + $753,592
$943,439
2023
$16,119 (+2.1%)
$186,125 + $738,820
$924,945
2022
$15,781
$178,899 + $710,134
$889,033
2021
$15,790 (+6.7%)
$178,899 + $710,134
$889,033
2020
$14,797 (+5.2%)
$175,392 + $696,214
$871,606
2019
$14,061 (+1.9%)
$173,593 + $689,079
$862,672
2018
$13,798 (+3.6%)
$170,190 + $675,574
$845,764
2017
$13,320 (+4.1%)
$163,583 + $649,348
$812,931
2016
$12,798 (+1.5%)
$163,583 + $649,348
$812,931
2015
$12,615 (+0.3%)
$160,376 + $636,617
$796,993
2014
$12,578 (−0.7%)
$154,875 + $614,777
$769,652
2013
$12,664 (+77.9%)
$154,875 + $614,777
$769,652
2012
$7,118 (+18.2%)
$154,176 + $612,000
$766,176
2011
$6,020 (+16.9%)
$151,153 + $208,999
$360,152
2010
$5,149 (−1.3%)
$148,189 + $130,999
$279,188
2009
$5,218 (+83.2%)
$147,083 + $68,177
$215,260
2008
$2,848
$147,433 + $68,340
$215,773
*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
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Lot size
5,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Year built
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Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Alameda County
APN
060 241201701
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Accessible
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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: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 3
# of Bathrooms Full: 3
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Dual Flush Toilet
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2025. This data may not match public records. Learn more.