Charming 1912 Home w/ Modern Upgrades | 2134 Ward St, Berkeley- Blend historic charm & contemporary living in this 4-bed, 2-bath gem! Enter through a welcoming porch to an elegant foyer. The living room dazzles with a gas fireplace & vintage built-ins, while the dining area flows into a partially open kitchen featuring a chic eat-in bar & ample storage. Practical bathroom with shower + laundry. A beautiful Sunroom oasis opens to lush Mediterranean-inspired gardens—ideal for indoor-outdoor relaxation. Upstairs, four bright bedrooms & a full bath offer serene privacy. Prime Location: Walk to Berkeley Bowl, BART, cafes, & shops! Owned solar panels (cut energy costs!), tankless water heater, updated electrical, & energy-efficient windows. Rare mix of tradition + efficiency—perfect for those craving character & convenience. Tour today!
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41096399
Jun 16, 2025
Sold
$1,700,000
$890/sq ft
May 21, 2025
Pending
—
May 7, 2025
Listed
$1,498,000
$784/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40706569
Jul 31, 2015
Sold
$1,659,000
$869/sq ft
Jul 24, 2015
Pending
—
Jul 9, 2015
Listed
$1,150,000
$602/sq ft
+25
A beautifully appointed 1912 Traditional near Berkeley Bowl with newer foundation and all other systems. Original blt-ins, period fixtures, high ceilings, newer kit and baths. Deluxe sunroom addition makes the perfect fam room and leads to large priv rear yard and patio + detached home office.
Public Records
Aug 2, 1996
Sold
$130,000
$68/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 30, 1993
Sold
$259,500
$136/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 17, 1988
Sold
$217,500
$114/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$28,910 (+5.2%)
$520,200 + $1,213,800
$1,734,000
2024
$27,468 (+2.1%)
$414,319 + $1,549,554
$1,963,873
2023
$26,893 (−0.2%)
$406,196 + $1,519,173
$1,925,369
2022
$26,959 (−0.4%)
$390,425 + $1,460,189
$1,850,614
2021
$27,081 (+4.5%)
$390,425 + $1,460,189
$1,850,614
2020
$25,923 (+2.9%)
$382,770 + $1,431,561
$1,814,331
2019
$25,200 (+1.6%)
$378,847 + $1,416,887
$1,795,734
2018
$24,800 (+3.4%)
$371,420 + $1,389,110
$1,760,530
2017
$23,983 (+2.6%)
$357,000 + $1,335,180
$1,692,180
2016
$23,376 (+200.4%)
$357,000 + $1,335,180
$1,692,180
2015
$7,781 (+1.4%)
$350,000 + $1,309,000
$1,659,000
2014
$7,670 (+3.0%)
$108,007 + $267,381
$375,388
2013
$7,444 (+3.5%)
$108,007 + $267,381
$375,388
2012
$7,191 (+2.4%)
$107,519 + $266,174
$373,693
2011
$7,023 (+0.8%)
$105,411 + $260,955
$366,366
2010
$6,966
$103,345 + $255,839
$359,184
2009
$6,971 (+6.9%)
$102,573 + $253,928
$356,501
2008
$6,520
$102,817 + $254,532
$357,349
Tax history for 2134 Ward St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$28,910 (+5.2%)
$520,200 + $1,213,800
$1,734,000
2024
$27,468 (+2.1%)
$414,319 + $1,549,554
$1,963,873
2023
$26,893 (−0.2%)
$406,196 + $1,519,173
$1,925,369
2022
$26,959 (−0.4%)
$390,425 + $1,460,189
$1,850,614
2021
$27,081 (+4.5%)
$390,425 + $1,460,189
$1,850,614
2020
$25,923 (+2.9%)
$382,770 + $1,431,561
$1,814,331
2019
$25,200 (+1.6%)
$378,847 + $1,416,887
$1,795,734
2018
$24,800 (+3.4%)
$371,420 + $1,389,110
$1,760,530
2017
$23,983 (+2.6%)
$357,000 + $1,335,180
$1,692,180
2016
$23,376 (+200.4%)
$357,000 + $1,335,180
$1,692,180
2015
$7,781 (+1.4%)
$350,000 + $1,309,000
$1,659,000
2014
$7,670 (+3.0%)
$108,007 + $267,381
$375,388
2013
$7,444 (+3.5%)
$108,007 + $267,381
$375,388
2012
$7,191 (+2.4%)
$107,519 + $266,174
$373,693
2011
$7,023 (+0.8%)
$105,411 + $260,955
$366,366
2010
$6,966
$103,345 + $255,839
$359,184
2009
$6,971 (+6.9%)
$102,573 + $253,928
$356,501
2008
$6,520
$102,817 + $254,532
$357,349
*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
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,725 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1912
Sq. Ft.
1,728
Year built
1912
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
054 172002500
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
Mar 12, 2026 • Final
Minor
Remove existing roof shingles, underlayment, and flashings. Replace with all new roofing materials.
Roofing
Feb 2, 2023 • Final
Minor
Install a new furnace.
HVAC
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
Garage Spaces: 1
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Parking Spaces, Parking Lot
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Stall Shower, Tile, Tub, Marble, Window
Interior Features
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Washer, Electric
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2025. This data may not match public records. Learn more.