This two-bedroom, one-bathroom house has been thoughtfully updated while preserving its 1920's Craftsman charm. The home is set back from the street, offering a sense of privacy and seclusion. The living room features wainscotting and picture molding, complemented by wood flooring that extends into the front bedroom. The kitchen has been updated with engineered oak flooring, newer cabinets with original built in cabinets, granite counter, newer appliances, and a breakfast room. The back bedroom showcases newly installed wood-style linoleum and double paned window. A dedicated laundry room provides convenience. The property also boasts a nice small yard with a prolific lemon tree, adding to the property's character and appeal. Located on Ward Steet's Victorian Row, it is near Berkeley Bowl, great restaurants, Downtown Berkeley, UCB, BART and transportation routes.
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
3,000 sq ftLot Size
$1,378Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Kim Marienthal•DRE #00863747• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Jennifer Wolan•DRE #01939981• District Homes
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41085039
Mar 12, 2025
Sold
$920,000
$1,290/sq ft
Feb 18, 2025
Pending
—
Feb 7, 2025
Listed
$825,000
$1,157/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40341300
Jun 27, 2008
Sold
$437,000
$613/sq ft
Jun 14, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Jun 7, 2008
Price Changed
$450,000
$631/sq ft
May 8, 2008
Listed
$499,000
$700/sq ft
Cute fixer on Ward street's victorian row. Large front yard, fir floors, a cozy home that could be something special with a little vision and a cash infusion. Needs everything!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,406 (+7.3%)
$281,520 + $656,880
$938,400
2024
$10,630 (+30.9%)
$229,500 + $535,500
$765,000
2023
$8,122 (+1.7%)
$225,000 + $525,000
$750,000
2022
$7,988 (−0.3%)
$162,261 + $378,609
$540,870
2021
$8,010 (+5.0%)
$162,261 + $378,609
$540,870
2020
$7,626 (+3.4%)
$159,080 + $371,188
$530,268
2019
$7,372 (+1.6%)
$157,449 + $367,382
$524,831
2018
$7,254 (+3.8%)
$154,363 + $360,181
$514,544
2017
$6,990 (+2.9%)
$148,371 + $346,199
$494,570
2016
$6,791 (+1.3%)
$148,371 + $346,199
$494,570
2015
$6,704 (+0.5%)
$145,462 + $339,411
$484,873
2014
$6,668 (+5.5%)
$140,472 + $327,768
$468,240
2013
$6,318 (+10.5%)
$140,472 + $327,768
$468,240
2012
$5,716 (−7.6%)
$129,900 + $303,100
$433,000
2011
$6,186 (+5.7%)
$118,500 + $276,500
$395,000
2010
$5,852 (−2.3%)
$130,500 + $304,500
$435,000
2009
$5,992 (+335.2%)
$123,000 + $287,000
$410,000
2008
$1,377
$123,000 + $287,000
$410,000
Tax history for 2137 Ward St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,406 (+7.3%)
$281,520 + $656,880
$938,400
2024
$10,630 (+30.9%)
$229,500 + $535,500
$765,000
2023
$8,122 (+1.7%)
$225,000 + $525,000
$750,000
2022
$7,988 (−0.3%)
$162,261 + $378,609
$540,870
2021
$8,010 (+5.0%)
$162,261 + $378,609
$540,870
2020
$7,626 (+3.4%)
$159,080 + $371,188
$530,268
2019
$7,372 (+1.6%)
$157,449 + $367,382
$524,831
2018
$7,254 (+3.8%)
$154,363 + $360,181
$514,544
2017
$6,990 (+2.9%)
$148,371 + $346,199
$494,570
2016
$6,791 (+1.3%)
$148,371 + $346,199
$494,570
2015
$6,704 (+0.5%)
$145,462 + $339,411
$484,873
2014
$6,668 (+5.5%)
$140,472 + $327,768
$468,240
2013
$6,318 (+10.5%)
$140,472 + $327,768
$468,240
2012
$5,716 (−7.6%)
$129,900 + $303,100
$433,000
2011
$6,186 (+5.7%)
$118,500 + $276,500
$395,000
2010
$5,852 (−2.3%)
$130,500 + $304,500
$435,000
2009
$5,992 (+335.2%)
$123,000 + $287,000
$410,000
2008
$1,377
$123,000 + $287,000
$410,000
*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
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1935
Sq. Ft.
713
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
054 171902900
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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Off Street, No Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 1
# of Bathrooms Full: 1
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Updated Baths
Interior Features
Interior Features: Breakfast Nook, Stone Counters, Updated Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
Street Level Features: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Laundry Facility, Main Entry
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.