Welcome to 1626 Chestnut Street, a treasure situated in a prime location on a peaceful street near beautiful Cedar Rose Park. This property is a rare find, reflected as two units per public record, and historically a Golden Duplex (confirmed by Berkeley Rent Board, 4/24). Currently, the owner has functionally consolidated and used the two units as a 3bd, 2ba house (w/o a specific permit or governmental approval). Custom built gated entry w/ copper lights opens to reveal a gorgeous, lush garden oasis, nestled in are two brown shingled abodes: a craftsman-style home, and a detached garden structure (converted garage, permit status unknown). Step into the house, where you’ll find an enclosed porch overlooking the beautiful gardens. Inside, vaulted ceilings, skylights, & a cozy fireplace create a warm & inviting space. Kitchen has been updated w/ modern amenities, while the primary suite offers a serene retreat w/ custom closets & a bay window seating area. Formerly, the primary suite was the smaller rear unit of the duplex, the kitchen hookups remain behind walls. Outside, the lush garden is an enchanting oasis, the 270 sqft garden structure provides additional space for work or relaxation. New roof (2024),seismic retrofitting. This home is truly a special find. OPEN 6/1 & 6/2, 2-4.
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
4,318 sq ftLot Size
$1,129Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Grace Bishop•DRE #01245471• Red Oak Realty
Listed by Leslie Bandy•DRE #01990425• Red Oak Realty
Bought with William Charman•DRE #01370959• Compass
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41060719
Jun 26, 2024
Sold
$1,800,000
$1,191/sq ft
Jun 4, 2024
Pending
—
May 23, 2024
Listed
$1,195,000
$791/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 10, 2000
Sold
$268,000
$177/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$25,911 (+250.6%)
$550,800 + $1,285,200
$1,836,000
2024
$7,390 (+2.3%)
$550,800 + $1,285,200
$1,836,000
2023
$7,222 (+2.2%)
$121,143 + $282,216
$403,359
2022
$7,065
$116,440 + $271,259
$387,699
2021
$7,059 (+6.5%)
$116,440 + $271,259
$387,699
2020
$6,629 (+5.1%)
$114,157 + $265,941
$380,098
2019
$6,307 (+2.0%)
$112,987 + $263,216
$376,203
2018
$6,186 (+4.1%)
$110,772 + $258,056
$368,828
2017
$5,942 (+4.1%)
$106,472 + $248,037
$354,509
2016
$5,707 (+1.5%)
$106,472 + $248,037
$354,509
2015
$5,625 (−0.6%)
$104,384 + $243,175
$347,559
2014
$5,658 (−0.3%)
$100,803 + $234,831
$335,634
2013
$5,675 (+3.7%)
$100,803 + $234,831
$335,634
2012
$5,470 (+2.6%)
$100,348 + $233,771
$334,119
2011
$5,332 (+1.2%)
$98,380 + $229,187
$327,567
2010
$5,269 (−1.0%)
$96,451 + $224,694
$321,145
2009
$5,323 (+5.0%)
$95,731 + $223,016
$318,747
2008
$5,068
$95,959 + $223,546
$319,505
Tax history for 1626 Chestnut St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$25,911 (+250.6%)
$550,800 + $1,285,200
$1,836,000
2024
$7,390 (+2.3%)
$550,800 + $1,285,200
$1,836,000
2023
$7,222 (+2.2%)
$121,143 + $282,216
$403,359
2022
$7,065
$116,440 + $271,259
$387,699
2021
$7,059 (+6.5%)
$116,440 + $271,259
$387,699
2020
$6,629 (+5.1%)
$114,157 + $265,941
$380,098
2019
$6,307 (+2.0%)
$112,987 + $263,216
$376,203
2018
$6,186 (+4.1%)
$110,772 + $258,056
$368,828
2017
$5,942 (+4.1%)
$106,472 + $248,037
$354,509
2016
$5,707 (+1.5%)
$106,472 + $248,037
$354,509
2015
$5,625 (−0.6%)
$104,384 + $243,175
$347,559
2014
$5,658 (−0.3%)
$100,803 + $234,831
$335,634
2013
$5,675 (+3.7%)
$100,803 + $234,831
$335,634
2012
$5,470 (+2.6%)
$100,348 + $233,771
$334,119
2011
$5,332 (+1.2%)
$98,380 + $229,187
$327,567
2010
$5,269 (−1.0%)
$96,451 + $224,694
$321,145
2009
$5,323 (+5.0%)
$95,731 + $223,016
$318,747
2008
$5,068
$95,959 + $223,546
$319,505
*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
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Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,318 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1920
Sq. Ft.
1,416
Year built
1920
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Alameda County
APN
059 229202701
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 28, 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
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Tile
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Skylight, Stall Shower, Tile
Interior Features
Interior Features: Stone Counters, Updated Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2024. This data may not match public records. Learn more.