Nestled at the corner of Carleton and Mabel, this vintage craftsman home built in 1920 offers timeless charm and exceptional potential. From the moment you step inside, you are welcomed by rich wood-paneled walls and gleaming hardwood floors in the foyer and the living room. This generously sized living room has large wood-framed windows overlooking the street, and beautifully crafted built-in cabinets. The elegant French doors lead to the formal dining area with an antique cabinet. The retro kitchen has a cozy breakfast nook – perfect for casual meals and gatherings with family or friends. The home features three well-appointed bedrooms accessed via a central hallway, along with a full bathroom thoughtfully located for convenience. There is an interior access from the laundry room to the downstairs garage, which opens to Mabel Street. It provides ample room for storage, too. The backyard offers endless possibilities – create a private garden oasis, entertain guests under the open sky, or grow your own vegetables. The property is located in a vibrant neighborhood with a short stroll to San Pablo Park, shops and restaurants, and easy access to the highway. With classic character and room to personalize, this home is brimming with potential!
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
5,320 sq ftLot Size
$874Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Hiroko Tsumori•DRE #01842561• Bay Area Modern Real Estate
Bought with Marilyn Garcia•DRE #01355514• The Grubb Co. Inc.
Vintage 1920 Berkeley Craftsman on a corner lot with rich wood details, hardwood floors, and original built ins. Features 3 bedrooms, formal dining, cozy breakfast nook, interior laundry, and garage with storage. Spacious backyard with tons of...
potential. Walk to San Pablo Park, shops, and more.
1 year ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Mona Kaewtong
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 1239 Carleton St
Date
Event
Price
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41105294
Aug 26, 2025
Sold
$1,270,000
$754/sq ft
Jul 30, 2025
Pending
—
Jul 18, 2025
Listed
$850,000
$504/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,532 (+21.3%)
$31,873 + $29,421
$61,294
2024
$4,560 (+4.4%)
$31,873 + $29,421
$61,294
2023
$4,370 (+5.2%)
$31,248 + $28,844
$60,092
2022
$4,154 (+1.1%)
$30,035 + $27,724
$57,759
2021
$4,110 (+9.7%)
$30,035 + $27,724
$57,759
2020
$3,748 (+9.2%)
$29,446 + $27,181
$56,627
2019
$3,432 (+3.5%)
$29,144 + $26,902
$56,046
2018
$3,317 (+4.8%)
$28,572 + $26,375
$54,947
2017
$3,166 (+8.0%)
$27,463 + $25,350
$52,813
2016
$2,931 (+2.4%)
$27,463 + $25,350
$52,813
2015
$2,863 (+4.8%)
$26,925 + $24,853
$51,778
2014
$2,733 (+4.6%)
$26,001 + $24,001
$50,002
2013
$2,613 (+3.0%)
$26,001 + $24,001
$50,002
2012
$2,536 (+4.3%)
$25,883 + $23,892
$49,775
2011
$2,432 (+0.3%)
$25,376 + $23,424
$48,800
2010
$2,425 (+1.0%)
$24,878 + $22,965
$47,843
2009
$2,401 (+12.1%)
$24,692 + $22,793
$47,485
2008
$2,141
$24,751 + $22,847
$47,598
Tax history for 1239 Carleton St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,532 (+21.3%)
$31,873 + $29,421
$61,294
2024
$4,560 (+4.4%)
$31,873 + $29,421
$61,294
2023
$4,370 (+5.2%)
$31,248 + $28,844
$60,092
2022
$4,154 (+1.1%)
$30,035 + $27,724
$57,759
2021
$4,110 (+9.7%)
$30,035 + $27,724
$57,759
2020
$3,748 (+9.2%)
$29,446 + $27,181
$56,627
2019
$3,432 (+3.5%)
$29,144 + $26,902
$56,046
2018
$3,317 (+4.8%)
$28,572 + $26,375
$54,947
2017
$3,166 (+8.0%)
$27,463 + $25,350
$52,813
2016
$2,931 (+2.4%)
$27,463 + $25,350
$52,813
2015
$2,863 (+4.8%)
$26,925 + $24,853
$51,778
2014
$2,733 (+4.6%)
$26,001 + $24,001
$50,002
2013
$2,613 (+3.0%)
$26,001 + $24,001
$50,002
2012
$2,536 (+4.3%)
$25,883 + $23,892
$49,775
2011
$2,432 (+0.3%)
$25,376 + $23,424
$48,800
2010
$2,425 (+1.0%)
$24,878 + $22,965
$47,843
2009
$2,401 (+12.1%)
$24,692 + $22,793
$47,485
2008
$2,141
$24,751 + $22,847
$47,598
*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
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,320 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1922
Sq. Ft.
1,685
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
054 178800200
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 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
Nov 18, 2025 • Final
Minor
Roofing
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
Garage Spaces: 1
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached, Below Building Parking
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 1
# of Bathrooms Full: 1
Interior Features
Interior Features: Breakfast Nook
Appliances: Electric Range, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
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.