One level, side by side "Golden" duplex close to N. Berkeley BART and only 1 block from Monterey Market! Hardwood floors, formal dining, living room with fireplace and detached garage for each unit. 1920's Charm and fantastic location! Great for income, extended family or owner-occupancy!
Multi-familyProperty Type
1924Year Built
4,095 sq ftLot Size
$772Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Bebe Mcrae•DRE #00875159• The Grubb Co. Inc.
Bought with Out Of Area Out•DRE #09999915• OUT OF AREA - NON MEMBER
Each cozy unit is a mirror image with one bedroom, one bath, plus formal dining room and living room with fireplace. Mostly original with lovely hardwood floors and lots of windows and light. Great neighborhood and all transportation is close,...
including the freeway. Seems like a wonderful opportunity for someone looking to live in a one-level home while receiving a passive income.
8 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Redfin Premier agent • Principal Listing Specialist
Corner lot duplex in North Berkeley, at good location. Everything looks original. Hardwood floors. Two 1 car garage, detached, steep driveway up.
8 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Hajni Cheek
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 1502 Ada St
Date
Event
Price
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40854313
Apr 9, 2019
Sold
$1,000,000
$690/sq ft
Mar 11, 2019
Pending
—
Feb 22, 2019
Listed
$895,000
$617/sq ft
One level, side by side "Golden" duplex close to N. Berkeley BART and only 1 block from Monterey Market! Hardwood floors, formal dining, living room with fireplace and detached garage for each unit. 1920's Charm and fantastic location! Great for income, extended family or owner-occupancy!
SDMLS #301757018
Apr 9, 2019
Sold
$1,000,000
$690/sq ft
Feb 22, 2019
Listed
$895,000
$617/sq ft
+19
One level, side by side "Golden" duplex close to N. Berkeley BART and only 1 block from Monterey Market! Hardwood floors, formal dining, living room with fireplace and detached garage for each unit. 1920's Charm and fantastic location! Great for income, extended family or owner-occupancy!
One level, side by side "Golden" duplex close to N. Berkeley BART and only 1 block from Monterey Market! Hardwood floors, formal dining, living room with fireplace and detached garage for each unit. 1920's Charm and fantastic location! Great for income, extended family or owner-occupancy!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,272 (+8.2%)
$341,343 + $796,467
$1,137,810
2024
$15,961 (+2.0%)
$334,650 + $780,850
$1,115,500
2023
$15,643 (+1.6%)
$328,089 + $765,541
$1,093,630
2022
$15,394 (−0.4%)
$315,351 + $735,819
$1,051,170
2021
$15,448 (+5.1%)
$315,351 + $735,819
$1,051,170
2020
$14,698 (+253.0%)
$309,168 + $721,392
$1,030,560
2019
$4,164 (−8.9%)
$306,000 + $714,000
$1,020,000
2018
$4,568 (+4.4%)
$54,602 + $128,242
$182,844
2017
$4,375 (+5.5%)
$52,483 + $123,263
$175,746
2016
$4,147 (+1.8%)
$52,483 + $123,263
$175,746
2015
$4,072 (−0.4%)
$51,454 + $120,847
$172,301
2014
$4,090 (+2.7%)
$49,688 + $116,701
$166,389
2013
$3,982 (+3.5%)
$49,688 + $116,701
$166,389
2012
$3,847 (+3.2%)
$49,464 + $116,174
$165,638
2011
$3,726 (+0.5%)
$48,494 + $113,896
$162,390
2010
$3,708 (+0.4%)
$47,544 + $111,663
$159,207
2009
$3,692 (+7.8%)
$47,188 + $110,829
$158,017
2008
$3,424
$47,300 + $111,092
$158,392
Tax history for 1502 Ada St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,272 (+8.2%)
$341,343 + $796,467
$1,137,810
2024
$15,961 (+2.0%)
$334,650 + $780,850
$1,115,500
2023
$15,643 (+1.6%)
$328,089 + $765,541
$1,093,630
2022
$15,394 (−0.4%)
$315,351 + $735,819
$1,051,170
2021
$15,448 (+5.1%)
$315,351 + $735,819
$1,051,170
2020
$14,698 (+253.0%)
$309,168 + $721,392
$1,030,560
2019
$4,164 (−8.9%)
$306,000 + $714,000
$1,020,000
2018
$4,568 (+4.4%)
$54,602 + $128,242
$182,844
2017
$4,375 (+5.5%)
$52,483 + $123,263
$175,746
2016
$4,147 (+1.8%)
$52,483 + $123,263
$175,746
2015
$4,072 (−0.4%)
$51,454 + $120,847
$172,301
2014
$4,090 (+2.7%)
$49,688 + $116,701
$166,389
2013
$3,982 (+3.5%)
$49,688 + $116,701
$166,389
2012
$3,847 (+3.2%)
$49,464 + $116,174
$165,638
2011
$3,726 (+0.5%)
$48,494 + $113,896
$162,390
2010
$3,708 (+0.4%)
$47,544 + $111,663
$159,207
2009
$3,692 (+7.8%)
$47,188 + $110,829
$158,017
2008
$3,424
$47,300 + $111,092
$158,392
*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
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,095 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1924
Sq. Ft.
1,450
Year built
1924
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Alameda County
APN
060 243201900
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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Total # of Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Detached, Assigned
Interior
Interior Features
Interior Features: Storage
Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
Window Features: Window Coverings
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Hardwood
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: Yes
Unit 2 Air Conditioning: No
Unit 2 # of Parking Spaces: 1
Multi-Unit Information
Number Of Units Total: 2
Some Units Have: Patio
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stucco
Building Area Total: 1,450
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Front Yard, Side Yard, Garden
Property Information
Living Area: 1450
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential Income
Property Sub Type: DUPLEX
Year Built: 1924
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 4095
Lot Size Area: 0.09
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.09
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level, Regular
Utilities
Utility Information
Separate Meter: Electric, Gas, Water
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Floor Furnace
Cooling: No Air Conditioning
Location
School Information
High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,450
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4,095 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1924
Year Renovated: 1924
County: Alameda County
APN: 060 243201900
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Ruth Acty Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
9/10
Martin Luther King Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
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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Historical weather
Berkeley, CA • 94703
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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.
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Estimated sale price
$1.06M – $1.29M
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Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2019. This data may not match public records. Learn more.