If you love the classic houses of the East Bay, then the quintessential Berkeley home at 2228 Carleton Street, in Berkeley, might be the one for you. Built in the early 20th century, this charmingly cheerful Craftsman features well proportioned, spacious rooms, wood and tile floors throughout. Entertain in style in an inviting living room, or dazzle your diners in a grand, formal living room with period-perfect built-ins for your fine china - (or collection of Fiestaware) and a cozy fireplace that will keep the conversations going on those chilly East Bay evenings. 2228 Carleton’s upper level features four bedrooms (including the master suite) Carleton gets an 87 for walkability, and a cyclist’s paradise score of 99! Near BART and the Berkeley Bowl, this terrific home is also close to shops, restaurants and services, and an easy bike ride or stroll to the happening neighborhoods along Shattuck and Telegraph Avenues, to the UC campus, and much more.
Single-familyProperty Type
1907Year Built
4,725 sq ftLot Size
$1,120Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Andrea Gordon•DRE #01233563• Compass
Bought with Romney O'connell•DRE #01468613• Berkeley Hills Realty
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40906829
Jul 24, 2020
Sold
$1,900,000
$998/sq ft
Jul 24, 2020
Sold
$1,900,000
$998/sq ft
Jun 29, 2020
Pending
—
Jun 1, 2020
Listed
$1,699,000
$893/sq ft
Jun 1, 2020
Listed
$1,699,000
$893/sq ft
If you love the classic houses of the East Bay, then the quintessential Berkeley home at 2228 Carleton Street, in Berkeley, might be the one for you. Built in the early 20th century, this charmingly cheerful Craftsman features well proportioned, spacious rooms, wood and tile floors throughout. Entertain in style in an inviting living room, or dazzle your diners in a grand, formal living room with period-perfect built-ins for your fine china - (or collection of Fiestaware) and a cozy fireplace that will keep the conversations going on those chilly East Bay evenings. 2228 Carleton’s upper level features four bedrooms (including the master suite) Carleton gets an 87 for walkability, and a cyclist’s paradise score of 99! Near BART and the Berkeley Bowl, this terrific home is also close to shops, restaurants and services, and an easy bike ride or stroll to the happening neighborhoods along Shattuck and Telegraph Avenues, to the UC campus, and much more.
Public Records
May 28, 2004
Sold
$820,000
$431/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40008041
May 28, 2004
Sold
$810,000
$426/sq ft
Apr 28, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Apr 13, 2004
Listed
$795,000
$418/sq ft
+2
Totally renovated Classic Berkeley Home. Tax records show only 1+ ba but there are 2+ baths. New foundation,roof,electric,plumbing, etc.Bright & sunny. Large fenced yard. Close to Berk Bowl. Open 4/25. offers 4/28
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #30001001
Jan 7, 2004
Sold
$581,500
$306/sq ft
Nov 8, 2003
Listed
$475,000
$250/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$30,447 (+7.9%)
$616,979 + $1,439,618
$2,056,597
2024
$28,225 (+2.0%)
$616,979 + $1,439,618
$2,056,597
2023
$27,676 (+1.5%)
$604,884 + $1,411,396
$2,016,280
2022
$27,257 (−0.4%)
$581,400 + $1,356,600
$1,938,000
2021
$27,376 (+69.5%)
$581,400 + $1,356,600
$1,938,000
2020
$16,152 (+4.2%)
$570,000 + $1,330,000
$1,900,000
2019
$15,505 (+1.7%)
$319,800 + $746,200
$1,066,000
2018
$15,246 (+3.5%)
$313,529 + $731,568
$1,045,097
2017
$14,726 (+3.3%)
$301,354 + $703,161
$1,004,515
2016
$14,251 (+1.4%)
$301,354 + $703,161
$1,004,515
2015
$14,061
$295,446 + $689,374
$984,820
2014
$14,048 (+15.1%)
$285,308 + $665,719
$951,027
2013
$12,208 (+12.7%)
$285,308 + $665,719
$951,027
2012
$10,835 (−5.7%)
$237,000 + $553,000
$790,000
2011
$11,489 (+0.4%)
$210,000 + $490,000
$700,000
2010
$11,440 (−1.0%)
$226,500 + $528,500
$755,000
2009
$11,550 (−10.8%)
$226,500 + $528,500
$755,000
2008
$12,951
$226,500 + $528,500
$755,000
Tax history for 2228 Carleton St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$30,447 (+7.9%)
$616,979 + $1,439,618
$2,056,597
2024
$28,225 (+2.0%)
$616,979 + $1,439,618
$2,056,597
2023
$27,676 (+1.5%)
$604,884 + $1,411,396
$2,016,280
2022
$27,257 (−0.4%)
$581,400 + $1,356,600
$1,938,000
2021
$27,376 (+69.5%)
$581,400 + $1,356,600
$1,938,000
2020
$16,152 (+4.2%)
$570,000 + $1,330,000
$1,900,000
2019
$15,505 (+1.7%)
$319,800 + $746,200
$1,066,000
2018
$15,246 (+3.5%)
$313,529 + $731,568
$1,045,097
2017
$14,726 (+3.3%)
$301,354 + $703,161
$1,004,515
2016
$14,251 (+1.4%)
$301,354 + $703,161
$1,004,515
2015
$14,061
$295,446 + $689,374
$984,820
2014
$14,048 (+15.1%)
$285,308 + $665,719
$951,027
2013
$12,208 (+12.7%)
$285,308 + $665,719
$951,027
2012
$10,835 (−5.7%)
$237,000 + $553,000
$790,000
2011
$11,489 (+0.4%)
$210,000 + $490,000
$700,000
2010
$11,440 (−1.0%)
$226,500 + $528,500
$755,000
2009
$11,550 (−10.8%)
$226,500 + $528,500
$755,000
2008
$12,951
$226,500 + $528,500
$755,000
*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
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,725 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1925
Sq. Ft.
1,903
Year built
1907
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
055 182702600
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 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
Oct 22, 2025 • Final
Plan check
Kitchen
Plumbing
Remodel
Oct 22, 2025 • Final
Plan check
Add a window to a bathroom. Relocate vent duct terminations and an existing foundation vent.
Bathroom
Remodel
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: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 3
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Interior Features
Interior Features: Counter - Solid Surface
Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
Upper Level Features: 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths
Street Level Features: Main Entry
Fireplaces Total: 1
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout
Room Information
Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface
Rooms Total: 7
Fireplace Features: Dining Room
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 1,903
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Back Yard
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Mobile Home Information
Model: Craftsman
Property Information
Living Area: 1903
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1907
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 4725
Lot Size Area: 0.11
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.11
Lot Features: Regular
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Electric: Solar Unknown
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,903
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,725 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1907
Year Renovated: 1925
County: Alameda County
APN: 055 182702600
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Sylvia Mendez Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
8/10
Willard Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
10/10
Berkeley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 86° 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.1 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$2.03M – $2.45M
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Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2020. This data may not match public records. Learn more.