New to market, 2020 Cedar Street in Berkeley. The property consists of nine units with a unit mix of (1) One Bedroom Unit and (8) Two Bedroom Units. The majority of units are split level with several units featuring updated kitchens and baths with stainless steal appliances and hardwood flooring. The property has been seismically retrofitted under current ownership costing in excess of $200,000. This turn-key property presents a rare opportunity to own in desirable North Berkeley, close to Gourmet Ghetto while capturing $90,000 of potential upside bringing the units up to market rate.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1966Year Built
7,000 sq ftLot Size
$492Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Grant Chappell•DRE #01700439• NAI Northern California
Bought with Pedram Karbassi•DRE #01522384• Bay's Elite Investments
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41029340
Aug 29, 2023
Sold
$3,950,000
$492/sq ft
Jun 5, 2023
Listed
$4,050,000
$505/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40720527
Feb 18, 2016
Sold
$3,150,000
$393/sq ft
Oct 26, 2015
Listed
$3,195,000
$398/sq ft
+18
Open: Thurs 10/29 10-11:30, Tues 11/3 11-12:30, & Thurs 11/5 12-1:30. Contact agent for complete marketing package. Six 2bd/1.5bth, Two 2bd/1bth, and One 1bd/1bth all with big rental upside! Amazing location across from the Gourmet Ghetto! Covered parking, private balconies, onsite laundry, & more!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$66,541 (+9.7%)
$936,360 + $3,168,538
$4,104,898
2024
$60,650 (+8.4%)
$918,000 + $3,106,410
$4,024,410
2023
$55,969 (+1.8%)
$900,000 + $3,045,500
$3,945,500
2022
$54,978 (−0.2%)
$892,400 + $2,610,270
$3,502,670
2021
$55,115 (+5.8%)
$892,400 + $2,610,270
$3,502,670
2020
$52,082 (+4.2%)
$874,904 + $2,559,094
$3,433,998
2019
$49,970 (+1.7%)
$865,936 + $2,532,862
$3,398,798
2018
$49,143 (+3.6%)
$848,960 + $2,483,208
$3,332,168
2017
$47,441 (+233.7%)
$816,000 + $2,386,800
$3,202,800
2016
$14,217 (+1.8%)
$816,000 + $2,386,800
$3,202,800
2015
$13,960 (−0.1%)
$218,280 + $324,994
$543,274
2014
$13,976 (+0.9%)
$210,791 + $313,845
$524,636
2013
$13,854 (+3.4%)
$210,791 + $313,845
$524,636
2012
$13,395 (+2.4%)
$209,839 + $312,428
$522,267
2011
$13,081 (+0.3%)
$205,726 + $306,303
$512,029
2010
$13,047 (−1.1%)
$201,692 + $300,298
$501,990
2009
$13,193 (+6.6%)
$200,186 + $298,054
$498,240
2008
$12,375
$200,662 + $298,764
$499,426
Tax history for 2020 Cedar St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$66,541 (+9.7%)
$936,360 + $3,168,538
$4,104,898
2024
$60,650 (+8.4%)
$918,000 + $3,106,410
$4,024,410
2023
$55,969 (+1.8%)
$900,000 + $3,045,500
$3,945,500
2022
$54,978 (−0.2%)
$892,400 + $2,610,270
$3,502,670
2021
$55,115 (+5.8%)
$892,400 + $2,610,270
$3,502,670
2020
$52,082 (+4.2%)
$874,904 + $2,559,094
$3,433,998
2019
$49,970 (+1.7%)
$865,936 + $2,532,862
$3,398,798
2018
$49,143 (+3.6%)
$848,960 + $2,483,208
$3,332,168
2017
$47,441 (+233.7%)
$816,000 + $2,386,800
$3,202,800
2016
$14,217 (+1.8%)
$816,000 + $2,386,800
$3,202,800
2015
$13,960 (−0.1%)
$218,280 + $324,994
$543,274
2014
$13,976 (+0.9%)
$210,791 + $313,845
$524,636
2013
$13,854 (+3.4%)
$210,791 + $313,845
$524,636
2012
$13,395 (+2.4%)
$209,839 + $312,428
$522,267
2011
$13,081 (+0.3%)
$205,726 + $306,303
$512,029
2010
$13,047 (−1.1%)
$201,692 + $300,298
$501,990
2009
$13,193 (+6.6%)
$200,186 + $298,054
$498,240
2008
$12,375
$200,662 + $298,764
$499,426
*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
Permits
Beds
17
Baths
12
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1966
Sq. Ft.
8,024
Year built
1966
Style
Multi-Family (5+ Unit)
County
Alameda County
APN
058 217302500
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
R-2A
Restricted Multiple-Family Residential District
The purpose of the Restricted Multiple-Family Residential (R-2A) district is to: Implement the General Plan by encouraging the development of medium-density residential areas characterized by small multiple-family and garden-type apartment structures with a maximum of open space consistent with this type of development; Make available housing for persons who desire apartment-type accommodations with a maximum of open space; Protect adjacent properties from unreasonable obstruction of light and air; and permit only land use intensity which is compatible with existing low-density residential structures and is not detrimental to the immediate neighborhood.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Housing-Other
Park & open space
Mar 23, 2026 • Final
Minor
Plumbing
Water heater
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Total # of Parking Spaces: 9
Interior
Unit 1 Information
# of Unit 1 Type: 1
Unit 1 # of Bedrooms: 1
Unit 1 # of Bathrooms: 1
Unit 2 Information
# of Unit 2 Type: 2
Unit 2 # of Bedrooms: 2
Unit 2 # of Bathrooms: 1.5
Unit 3 Information
# of Unit 3 Type: 6
Unit 3 # of Bedrooms: 2
Unit 3 # of Bathrooms: 1.5
Multi-Unit Information
Number Of Units Total: 9
Cap Rate: 4.45
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 8,024
Property Information
Living Area: 8024
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: COMM RI MULTI-UNITS 5+
Property Sub Type: 5 or More Units
Year Built: 1966
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 7000
Lot Size Area: 0.16
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.16
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $48,079
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Public facts
Beds: 17
Baths: 12.0
Sq. Ft.: 8,024
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 7,000 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (5+ Unit)
Year Built: 1966
Year Renovated: 1966
County: Alameda County
APN: 058 217302500
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
10/10
Berkeley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being 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 • 94709
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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.
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2023. This data may not match public records. Learn more.