Design forward updates throughout, this rare two-bedroom and two-bath stand-alone condo is a must-see! It lives like a single-family home (no HOA fees). Exceptional design, oodles of natural light, and an easy layout make this home a welcoming sanctuary away from the busy world. There is easy access to the backyard with lots of strawberry plants, a lemon tree, and a Fuji apple tree. For that urban farmer, there are two raised vegetable beds filled with asparagus, tomatoes, corn, cucumbers, and kale. Beyond the garden, there is a patio for that morning coffee, sun worshipping, and BBQing. Past the patio is a finished and electrified shed that might be used as an office, workshop, or artists' studio.* New roof in Nov, 2023. Don’t miss the one-car garage, and you may not need a car as this house is located on the 9th Street bike path. Great location within a few blocks of 4th Street Shops, Gilman foodie district, James Kenny Park, and Berkeley Marina. Open Sat & Sun 2-4:30.
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
5,439 sq ftLot Size
$1,416Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by David Hirota•DRE #02140500• Red Oak Realty
Bought with Sheril Madden•DRE #01228854• Red Oak Realty
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41097995
Jun 9, 2025
Sold
$995,000
$1,219/sq ft
May 21, 2025
Pending
—
May 17, 2025
Listed
$788,000
$966/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41096942
Jun 9, 2025
Sold
$995,000
$1,219/sq ft
May 20, 2025
Pending
—
May 9, 2025
Listed
$788,000
$966/sq ft
+26
Design forward updates throughout, this rare two-bedroom and two-bath stand-alone condo is a must-see! It lives like a single-family home (no HOA fees). Exceptional design, oodles of natural light, and an easy layout make this home a welcoming sanctuary away from the busy world. There is easy access to the backyard with lots of strawberry plants, a lemon tree, and a Fuji apple tree. For that urban farmer, there are two raised vegetable beds filled with asparagus, tomatoes, corn, cucumbers, and kale. Beyond the garden, there is a patio for that morning coffee, sun worshipping, and BBQing. Past the patio is a finished and electrified shed that might be used as an office, workshop, or artists' studio.* New roof in Nov, 2023. Don’t miss the one-car garage, and you may not need a car as this house is located on the 9th Street bike path. Great location within a few blocks of 4th Street Shops, Gilman foodie district, James Kenny Park, and Berkeley Marina. Open Sat & Sun 2-4:30.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40877643
Sep 19, 2019
Sold
$921,000
$1,129/sq ft
Aug 21, 2019
Pending
—
Aug 8, 2019
Listed
$725,000
$888/sq ft
+34
Enjoy the calm and privacy of this hip and sunny home on a low-key tree-lined street close to the heart of Berkeley. Ditch the car! This fantastically convenient location has an impressive Walkscore (91 out of 100) & a Bike Score® of 97. Enjoy a huge range of amenities nearby: North Berkeley BART, Whole Foods, Philz Coffee, restaurants, & more. The colorful garden and front porch welcome you home, inviting you to relax in the living room filled with light that opens to a stylish updated kitchen (2019) with a classic midcentury Wedgewood stove. Enjoy two sunny bedrooms with generous closets & a sleek, beautiful bathroom (updated in 2019). Freshly refinished wood floors meet freshly painted walls inside and out. The sun-filled back patio and side yards are perfect for gardening and relaxing with friends and family, finished with privacy fences. There's easy street parking, and an attached garage provides ample storage. Technically a condo, lives like a normal house.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40119444
Dec 16, 2005
Sold
$485,000
$594/sq ft
Nov 16, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Oct 19, 2005
Listed
$479,000
$587/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40110755
Dec 16, 2005
Sold
$485,000
$594/sq ft
Nov 16, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Sep 16, 2005
Listed
$479,000
$587/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 3, 2003
Sold
$401,818
$492/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #23013863
Jun 3, 2003
Sold
$401,000
$491/sq ft
May 7, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Apr 26, 2003
Listed
$335,000
$411/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 25, 1995
Sold
$151,000
$185/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,390 (+7.0%)
$304,470 + $710,430
$1,014,900
2024
$13,450 (+1.8%)
$302,169 + $705,063
$1,007,232
2023
$13,207 (+0.9%)
$296,246 + $691,240
$987,486
2022
$13,085 (−0.5%)
$284,743 + $664,402
$949,145
2021
$13,146 (+4.6%)
$284,743 + $664,402
$949,145
2020
$12,571 (+48.7%)
$279,162 + $651,379
$930,541
2019
$8,455 (+1.6%)
$276,300 + $644,700
$921,000
2018
$8,325 (+3.7%)
$178,236 + $415,884
$594,120
2017
$8,029 (+2.8%)
$171,317 + $399,740
$571,057
2016
$7,810 (+2.4%)
$171,317 + $399,740
$571,057
2015
$7,628 (+25.2%)
$167,959 + $391,905
$559,864
2014
$6,093 (+9.5%)
$126,000 + $294,000
$420,000
2013
$5,567 (+2.1%)
$126,000 + $294,000
$420,000
2012
$5,454 (+0.7%)
$111,600 + $260,400
$372,000
2011
$5,418 (+0.4%)
$111,600 + $260,400
$372,000
2010
$5,398 (−13.5%)
$111,600 + $260,400
$372,000
2009
$6,243 (−10.6%)
$111,600 + $260,400
$372,000
2008
$6,987
$130,500 + $304,500
$435,000
Tax history for 1740 Ninth St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,390 (+7.0%)
$304,470 + $710,430
$1,014,900
2024
$13,450 (+1.8%)
$302,169 + $705,063
$1,007,232
2023
$13,207 (+0.9%)
$296,246 + $691,240
$987,486
2022
$13,085 (−0.5%)
$284,743 + $664,402
$949,145
2021
$13,146 (+4.6%)
$284,743 + $664,402
$949,145
2020
$12,571 (+48.7%)
$279,162 + $651,379
$930,541
2019
$8,455 (+1.6%)
$276,300 + $644,700
$921,000
2018
$8,325 (+3.7%)
$178,236 + $415,884
$594,120
2017
$8,029 (+2.8%)
$171,317 + $399,740
$571,057
2016
$7,810 (+2.4%)
$171,317 + $399,740
$571,057
2015
$7,628 (+25.2%)
$167,959 + $391,905
$559,864
2014
$6,093 (+9.5%)
$126,000 + $294,000
$420,000
2013
$5,567 (+2.1%)
$126,000 + $294,000
$420,000
2012
$5,454 (+0.7%)
$111,600 + $260,400
$372,000
2011
$5,418 (+0.4%)
$111,600 + $260,400
$372,000
2010
$5,398 (−13.5%)
$111,600 + $260,400
$372,000
2009
$6,243 (−10.6%)
$111,600 + $260,400
$372,000
2008
$6,987
$130,500 + $304,500
$435,000
*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
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1930
Sq. Ft.
816
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
058 212303100
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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: 1
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Kitchen, Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl
Street Level Features: 1 Bedroom, 2 Baths
Window Features: Window Coverings
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Room Information
Kitchen Features: Stone Counters,Dishwasher,Gas Range/Cooktop,Refrigerator
Rooms Total: 4
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stucco
Building Area Total: 816
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch, Porch Steps
Exterior Features: Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Living Area: 816
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1930
Lot Information
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Size Square Feet: 5439
Lot Size Area: 0.124
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.124
Lot Features: Back Yard, Landscaped
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Floor Furnace
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Has Association
Association Name: NOT LISTED
Association Fee Frequency: Other
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 816
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 5,500 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: 1930
County: Alameda County
APN: 058 212303100
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
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Schools
Rosa Parks Environmental Science Magnet School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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Martin Luther King Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
9/10
Berkeley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
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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
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16 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.10M – $1.33M
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