Discover timeless charm and modern comfort in this quintessential Berkeley 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home, ideally situated in the highly sought-after Thousand Oaks neighborhood. Offering approximately 1,609 sq ft of living space, the residence showcases exquisite wood detailing and beautiful built-ins throughout, adding warmth, character, and architectural interest. In addition to the main living areas, the home features two versatile bonus rooms—one located off the living room, ideal for a home office or study, and another off the kitchen that can serve as a breakfast room, TV room, playroom, or flex space. Set on a 4,440 sq ft lot, the property features a lovely garden that creates a serene outdoor retreat—perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or gardening. During the seller’s ownership, notable improvements include foundation work, roof updates, and the installation of a new furnace, providing added peace of mind. Additional highlights include 1-car parking with EV charging capability and a prime location just steps from Frederick Mini Park. Enjoy close proximity to local shops, dining, and the many vibrant amenities that make Berkeley living so desirable! BESO Energy Score is rated at a 6.
Single-familyProperty Type
1922Year Built
4,440 sq ftLot Size
$938Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Andrea Gordon•DRE #01233563• Compass
Bought with Laura Burke•DRE #02035552• EXP Realty of California, Inc
Est. $5,125 per month, based on comparable rentals
Redfin agents who toured
Nice looking Mediterranean style 20's home. Once inside, the wood details give it more of a Craftsman feel. Next to a micro park.
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Nicholas Johnson
Redfin Associate agent
Sale and tax history for 1983 Yosemite Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41122058
Apr 23, 2026
Sold
$1,510,000
$938/sq ft
Apr 6, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 23, 2026
Price Changed
$1,499,000
$932/sq ft
Feb 11, 2026
Listed
$1,599,000
$994/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40885154
Dec 10, 2019
Sold
$1,400,000
$870/sq ft
Dec 10, 2019
Sold
$1,400,000
$870/sq ft
Nov 18, 2019
Pending
—
Oct 9, 2019
Listed
$1,100,000
$684/sq ft
Oct 9, 2019
Listed
$1,100,000
$684/sq ft
+30
In the beautiful Thousand Oaks neighborhood you’ll spot this spacious 2++ bedooms , Mediterranean home surrounded by easy-care, mature landscaping.Built in 1922, vintage charm abounds. Polished hardwood floors compliment the wooden built-ins & Gumwood trims & doors. You’ll appreciate how the two nesting doors separate the living and dining rooms, creating private spaces when you want them. Large wooden windows with peek-a-boo views of the Bay Bridge and San Francisco. You’ll enjoy the convenient updated kitchen. Off the kitchen there is an office/plus room with French doors to the backyard, a stairway to ample storage in the basement, access to a large deck perfect for al fresco entertaining.Skylight for loads of natural light.Steps from Solano Ave popular shopping district/ Walk-in closets. For your commuting convenience, there is a bus stop around the corner on Arlington @ Hinks park. Open Sat & Sun 2-4:30 ( Nov 16th &17th)
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40797434
Oct 18, 2017
Sold
$1,300,000
$808/sq ft
Oct 18, 2017
Sold
$1,300,000
$808/sq ft
Oct 3, 2017
Pending
—
Sep 18, 2017
Listed
$1,050,000
$653/sq ft
Sep 18, 2017
Listed
$1,050,000
$653/sq ft
+21
Sunny storybook home in coveted Thousand Oaks neighborhood. Two versatile, good-size bonus rooms could be additional kid's rooms, family room, home office, etc. Adjacent to community pocket park and blocks to Solano Avenue's popular shopping district, quiet, tree-lined Yosemite Road has been a long-time favorite street for many Berkeleyites. Local lore has it that this was the first home built by Mr. Hinks of Hinks Department Store (a long-time Berkeley fixture since the 1920s), for his own family. Vintage details galore. Walls of multi-pane windows bring in the feeling of outdoors, while flooding the indoors with natural light. From original picture moldings to gumwood trimmed parlor doors, this well-preserved example of Berkeley’s historic architecture makes a graceful home and a wise long-term investment.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40374677
Nov 21, 2008
Sold
$865,000
$538/sq ft
Oct 23, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Oct 10, 2008
Listed
$865,000
$538/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #21025723
Sep 10, 2001
Sold
$635,000
$395/sq ft
Jul 20, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Jul 17, 2001
Listed
$599,000
$372/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 11, 1989
Sold
$335,000
$208/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,466 (+7.6%)
$546,815 + $984,267
$1,531,082
2024
$20,882 (+2.0%)
$546,815 + $984,267
$1,531,082
2023
$20,477 (+1.5%)
$536,095 + $964,971
$1,501,066
2022
$20,170 (−0.4%)
$515,280 + $927,504
$1,442,784
2021
$20,259 (+4.9%)
$515,280 + $927,504
$1,442,784
2020
$19,316 (+6.4%)
$505,180 + $909,324
$1,414,504
2019
$18,148 (+1.0%)
$500,000 + $900,000
$1,400,000
2018
$17,965 (+33.5%)
$484,500 + $841,500
$1,326,000
2017
$13,457 (+2.9%)
$287,925 + $671,826
$959,751
2016
$13,072 (+1.3%)
$287,925 + $671,826
$959,751
2015
$12,905 (+0.6%)
$282,281 + $658,656
$940,937
2014
$12,832 (+1.3%)
$272,599 + $636,065
$908,664
2013
$12,673 (+13.4%)
$272,599 + $636,065
$908,664
2012
$11,171 (−4.0%)
$264,000 + $616,000
$880,000
2011
$11,633 (+7.7%)
$234,000 + $546,000
$780,000
2010
$10,805 (−12.1%)
$245,400 + $572,600
$818,000
2009
$12,299 (+20.8%)
$226,500 + $528,500
$755,000
2008
$10,177
$259,500 + $605,500
$865,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,440 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1922
Sq. Ft.
1,609
Year built
1922
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
062 292002400
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 28, 2026.
R-1H
H
Single Family Residential District - Hillside Overlay Zone
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.; The purpose of the Hillside (H) overlay zone is to: implement General Plan policies for hillside development; protect the safety and health of residents where steep topography, unusual street conditions and proximity to the wildland-urban interface create severe risk from wildfire; protect the character of Berkeley's hillside areas and their immediate environs; give reasonable protection to views yet allow appropriate development of all property; and allow modifications in standard setback and height requirements when justified because of steep topography, irregular lot pattern, unusual street conditions, or other special aspects of the hillside areas.
Zone overlays
Hillside Overlay Zone
Apr 28, 2021 • Final
Minor
Pressure wash the entire roof and apply a bleed blocker. Apply a coat of silicone roof coating to the entire roof surface.
Roofing
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