A rebuilt loft and a delivered-vacant flat, side by side — a two-unit Berkeley duplex one block off University Avenue. Unit 1542 is an 830 sq ft, 1.5-bath loft: double-height ceilings, open mezzanine, radiant-heated floors, and a full kitchen. Unit 1540 is a 666 sq ft two-bedroom with refinished oak floors and a newer furnace, delivered vacant. Two garages (one available to the buyer), rooftop solar, and gas and water metered per unit. Two BART stations, the Ohlone Greenway, and neighborhood parks are a short walk away. Move into one unit and rent the other. Scheduled rents of $56,400 climb toward $64,800 as the loft resets to market. Offered at $750,000 — $471/sq ft. Duplexes with a unit delivered vacant rarely surface in Berkeley — a chance to step in on your own terms. Home Energy Score of 10 for Unit 1540 and 10 for Unit 1542.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1914Year Built
2,287 sq ftLot Size
$628Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Joey Wang•DRE #01890931• Keller Williams Realty
Bought with Nkosi Groover•DRE #02147452• Kai Real Estate
Located in the Central Berkeley neighborhood, the duplex is close to local shops, dining, parks, and neighborhood amenities. The property presents an opportunity to personalize and enhance the space, with two garage spaces. Its central location also...
gives easy access to major commuter routes and the broader East Bay.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41144590
Sep 11, 2026
Sold
$1,000,000
$628/sq ft
Sep 2, 2026
Price Changed
$750,000
$471/sq ft
Sep 2, 2026
Pending
—
Sep 2, 2026
Price Changed
$1,000,000
$628/sq ft
Aug 11, 2026
Listed
$750,000
$471/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 12, 1993
Sold
$134,000
$84/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,201 (+16.7%)
$69,690 + $200,242
$269,932
2024
$7,887 (+4.2%)
$68,323 + $196,316
$264,639
2023
$7,571 (+4.6%)
$66,984 + $192,468
$259,452
2022
$7,239 (+0.4%)
$64,383 + $184,995
$249,378
2021
$7,210 (+7.7%)
$64,383 + $184,995
$249,378
2020
$6,697 (+6.6%)
$63,121 + $181,368
$244,489
2019
$6,282 (+2.6%)
$62,474 + $179,508
$241,982
2018
$6,121 (+3.9%)
$61,249 + $175,989
$237,238
2017
$5,889 (+5.5%)
$58,871 + $169,157
$228,028
2016
$5,581 (+1.9%)
$58,871 + $169,157
$228,028
2015
$5,479 (+0.2%)
$57,717 + $165,841
$223,558
2014
$5,470 (+2.6%)
$55,736 + $160,151
$215,887
2013
$5,330 (+3.6%)
$55,736 + $160,151
$215,887
2012
$5,146 (+4.7%)
$55,485 + $159,428
$214,913
2011
$4,914 (+0.8%)
$54,397 + $156,302
$210,699
2010
$4,878
$53,330 + $153,238
$206,568
2009
$4,873 (+7.8%)
$52,932 + $152,093
$205,025
2008
$4,520
$53,058 + $152,455
$205,513
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2,287 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1943
Sq. Ft.
1,593
Year built
1914
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Alameda County
APN
056 200200501
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Total # of Parking Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Parking Features: Attached
Interior
Interior Features
Interior Features: Tub w/Shower Over
Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: Common Area, Dryer, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage, Washer
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
Unit 1 Information
Unit 1 # of Bathrooms: 1
Unit 2 Information
Unit 2 # of Bathrooms: 1.5
Multi-Unit Information
Number Of Units Total: 2
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stucco, Frame
Building Area Total: 1,593
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
Property Information
Living Area: 1593
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential Income
Property Sub Type: DUPLEX
Year Built: 1914
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 2287
Lot Size Area: 0.05
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.05
Lot Features: Level, Back Yard, Paved
Zoning: R-2
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Separate Meter: Gas, Water
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Individual Gas Meter, Master Electric Meter
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Wall Furnace, Radiant
Cooling: No Air Conditioning
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,593
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2,287 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1914
Year Renovated: 1943
County: Alameda County
APN: 056 200200501
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Washington Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
Berkeley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
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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
72/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$759,000 – $919,000
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Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2026. This data may not match public records. Learn more.