Off Market Jun 2025 for $1.2M

$1,401,837

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $8,080/mo

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1,152

sq ft

256 Fairlawn Dr, Berkeley, CA 94708

About this home

$1,250,000 transparency pricing-Sellers bought for $1,300,000 & have since replaced roof, doors, most windows, upgraded lighting & kitchen appliances! What a great opportunity! This charming mid-century modern home is 1,152 sq ft & offers contemporary comforts set in the idyllic nature of the coveted Berkeley Hills. 2 bedroom (plus bonus room) home boasts full bathroom w/ laundry, chic living & dining room overlooking the Bay, updated eat-in kitchen, beautiful back patio area w/ AMAZING Bay views & backyard pathways offering multiple entertaining areas. As you walk through the lush & green enclosed front patio into the home, you will be delighted by the exposed wood vaulted ceilings & grand windows allowing natural light to fill the living & dining room. A wall of windows overlooks the Bay, boasting stunning views year-round. The decorative brick fireplace adds modern elements to the space. The well-planned kitchen comes w/ gorgeous quartz counter tops, stainless steel appliances, gas range & plenty of cabinet & storage space. All three bedroom are inviting and roomy w/ a lot of closet space & impressive windows filling the rooms w/ natural light. The full bathroom comes complete with generous counter tops, updated vanity, shower over tub & all-in-one washer & ventless dryer.

Single-familyProperty Type

1954Year Built

4,695 sq ftLot Size

$1,217Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Patrice Sandstrom •DRE #01732310 • Keller Williams Realty

Bought with Elena Rossi •DRE #02219462 • Compass

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•Source:bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41101396

Redfin Estimate

$1,401,837

$152K since sold in June 2025$18K since August

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This home's estimate is 8.5% higher than the average sale price ($1.29M) of 6 comparable homes.

BOUGHT WITH REDFIN JUL 22, 2026
$1,320,000
A
2 beds1 bath928 sq ft
2924 Shasta Rd, Berkeley, CA 94708
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
1357 Glendale Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708
$1,110,000
B
2 beds1 bath845 sq ft
1357 Glendale Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708
SOLD JUN 5, 2026
$1,225,000
C
3 beds1 bath1,196 sq ft
2925 Shasta Rd, Berkeley, CA 94708
SOLD OCT 23, 2025
$1,250,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,248 sq ft
1460 Olympus Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708
SOLD APR 3, 2026
$1,625,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,482 sq ft
20 Stevenson Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708
SOLD JUL 13, 2026
$1,220,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,470 sq ft
98 Fairlawn Dr, Berkeley, CA 94708

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Market trends in 94708, CA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

129.7%

+0.9% MoM

Median sale price

$1.8M

$779 MoM

Avg. days on market

15d

0 days MoM

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8 MoM

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Mid century design, 2b/1b and separate entrance bonus room downstairs!
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Sale history for 256 Fairlawn Dr

Date

Event

Price

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41101396

Jun 23, 2025

Sold

$1,250,000

$1,085/sq ft

Jun 16, 2025

Listing Removed

—

Jun 16, 2025

Price Changed

$1,250,000

$1,085/sq ft

Jun 13, 2025

Listed

$995,000

$864/sq ft

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41088306

May 1, 2025

Listing Removed

—

Apr 21, 2025

Price Changed

Mar 6, 2025

Listed

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41048812

Mar 1, 2024

Sold

$1,300,000

$1,128/sq ft

Feb 13, 2024

Pending

—

Jan 31, 2024

Listed

$925,000

$803/sq ft

+48

Discover the allure of this enchanting mid-century home perched in the Berkeley hills, seamlessly blending the magic of nature with contemporary comfort. Inside, light oak floors lead you through a stylish living room adorned with a vaulted exposed wood ceiling and a toasty brick fireplace framed by three picture windows showcasing lush greenery and peekaboo bay views. The updated kitchen is a gourmet's delight with quartz counters, light cabinetry, and stainless-steel appliances. Extend your living space to the deck under an oak and redwood tree in the fenced backyard, perfect for alfresco moments. Both bedrooms have hardwood floors and amply storage while the central bath is conveniently located between the two bedrooms. A wonderful lower-level bonus space provides versatility for a home office or media room. Just blocks away, Tilden Regional Park invites outdoor enthusiasts with endless hiking and biking trails and golf course. This is more than a house; it's a sanctuary where chic living meets natural beauty!

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40679446

Dec 4, 2014

Sold

$815,000

$707/sq ft

Nov 13, 2014

Pending

—

Nov 3, 2014

Listed

$699,000

$607/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$19,977 (+35.8%)

$397,800 + $928,200

$1,326,000

2024

$14,709 (+3.7%)

$397,800 + $928,200

$1,326,000

2023

$14,183 (+2.0%)

$288,082 + $672,191

$960,273

2022

$13,899 (−0.4%)

$276,896 + $646,091

$922,987

2021

$13,950 (+4.8%)

$276,896 + $646,091

$922,987

2020

$13,313 (+3.2%)

$271,468 + $633,426

$904,894

2019

$12,900 (+1.6%)

$268,685 + $626,933

$895,618

2018

$12,691 (+3.6%)

$263,419 + $614,645

$878,064

2017

$12,252 (+2.8%)

$253,191 + $590,781

$843,972

2016

$11,918 (+1.3%)

$253,191 + $590,781

$843,972

2015

$11,770 (+20.7%)

$248,228 + $579,200

$827,428

2014

$9,751 (−0.2%)

$192,868 + $450,025

$642,893

2013

$9,766 (+3.8%)

$192,868 + $450,025

$642,893

2012

$9,410 (+2.0%)

$191,997 + $447,993

$639,990

2011

$9,229 (+7.6%)

$188,233 + $439,210

$627,443

2010

$8,577 (−0.3%)

$184,543 + $430,600

$615,143

2009

$8,604 (−2.9%)

$168,900 + $394,100

$563,000

2008

$8,858

$168,900 + $394,100

$563,000

Tax history for 256 Fairlawn Dr

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$19,977 (+35.8%)

$397,800 + $928,200

$1,326,000

2024

$14,709 (+3.7%)

$397,800 + $928,200

$1,326,000

2023

$14,183 (+2.0%)

$288,082 + $672,191

$960,273

2022

$13,899 (−0.4%)

$276,896 + $646,091

$922,987

2021

$13,950 (+4.8%)

$276,896 + $646,091

$922,987

2020

$13,313 (+3.2%)

$271,468 + $633,426

$904,894

2019

$12,900 (+1.6%)

$268,685 + $626,933

$895,618

2018

$12,691 (+3.6%)

$263,419 + $614,645

$878,064

2017

$12,252 (+2.8%)

$253,191 + $590,781

$843,972

2016

$11,918 (+1.3%)

$253,191 + $590,781

$843,972

2015

$11,770 (+20.7%)

$248,228 + $579,200

$827,428

2014

$9,751 (−0.2%)

$192,868 + $450,025

$642,893

2013

$9,766 (+3.8%)

$192,868 + $450,025

$642,893

2012

$9,410 (+2.0%)

$191,997 + $447,993

$639,990

2011

$9,229 (+7.6%)

$188,233 + $439,210

$627,443

2010

$8,577 (−0.3%)

$184,543 + $430,600

$615,143

2009

$8,604 (−2.9%)

$168,900 + $394,100

$563,000

2008

$8,858

$168,900 + $394,100

$563,000

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4,695 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1969

Sq. Ft.

992

Year built

1954

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Alameda County

APN

060 248400802

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 28, 2026.

R-1H

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

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Carport
Parking Features: Carport

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 1
# of Bathrooms Full: 1
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Tub, Updated Baths, Stone

Interior Features
Interior Features: Updated Kitchen, Energy Star Lighting, Smart Thermostat
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
Street Level Features: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Primary Bedrm Retreat, Main Entry
Window Features: Window Coverings, Skylight(s), Weather Stripping
Fireplaces Total: 1
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Tile, Vinyl

Room Information
Kitchen Features: Stone Counters,Dishwasher,Eat-in Kitchen,Gas Range/Cooktop,Ice Maker Hookup,Range/Oven Free Standing,Refrigerator,Self-Cleaning Oven,Updated Kitchen
Rooms Total: 5
Fireplace Features: Decorative, Living Room
Basement: Crawl Space

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 1,152
Foundation Details: Slab

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Enclosed, Front Porch
Exterior Features: Back Yard, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Automatic, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
Door Features: Mirrored Closet Door(s), Weather Stripped Door(s)
Fencing: Partial Fence, Partial

Property Information
Living Area: 1152
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1954

Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 4695
Lot Size Area: 0.11
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.11
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped

Utilities

Green Features Information
Green Energy Efficient: Insulation - Other, Appliances, Thermostat

Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Available, Internet Available, Natural Gas Available

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air

Location

School Information
High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 992
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4,695 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: 1969
County: Alameda County
APN: 060 248400802

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 28, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Cragmont Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi

9/10

Willard Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi

10/10

Berkeley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi

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

1/10 Heat Factor

1 days above 86° expected this year, 1 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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Berkeley, CA • 94708

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Estimated sale price

$1.33M – $1.61M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
230 Fairlawn Drive, Berkeley, CA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1436 Sq. Ft.	$1,616,562
280 Fairlawn Drive, Berkeley, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1495 Sq. Ft.	$1,497,128

Address	Redfin Estimate
251 Fairlawn Drive, Berkeley, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2068 Sq. Ft.	$1,614,086
249 Fairlawn Drive, Berkeley, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1738 Sq. Ft.	$1,866,433

Address	Redfin Estimate
284 Fairlawn Drive, Berkeley, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2372 Sq. Ft.	$1,649,630
277 Fairlawn Drive, Berkeley, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1585 Sq. Ft.	$1,291,648

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