This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home located at 2819 Mathews St. was meticulously redesigned with high quality materials and custom finishes, it bodes modern sophistication and old farmhouse style. The open concept floor plan has plenty of natural light from it's skylight. You'll love Sunday mornings in the newly remodeled kitchen with it's stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops. If you enjoy hanging out in the backyard for cozy gatherings the Pergola provides a perfect place to enjoy friends and family. The finished basement lends the ideal spot for an office or recreation room. This home is centrally located just 2 short blocks from the renowned natural food grocer Berkeley Bowl, San Pablo Park and in close proximity to Ashby Bart, a commuters dream.
Single-familyProperty Type
1908Year Built
3,000 sq ftLot Size
$1,216Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Rasul Muhammad•DRE #01981761• Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l
Bought with Kristen Thompson•DRE #01355878• Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty
Completely remodeled home, designer touches. High ceilings, skylights in kitchen. Bonus room in basement. 1 car attached garage accessible from house. Landscaped backyard with pergola. Wide plank hardwood floors throughout the home.
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Hajni Cheek
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 2819 Mathews
Date
Event
Price
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40863741
Jun 12, 2019
Sold
$1,130,000
$1,046/sq ft
May 18, 2019
Pending
—
May 2, 2019
Listed
$749,000
$694/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 25, 2018
Sold
$675,000
$625/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,299 (+7.7%)
$501,975 + $758,540
$1,260,515
2024
$17,919 (+2.3%)
$501,975 + $758,540
$1,260,515
2023
$17,510 (+1.9%)
$492,133 + $743,668
$1,235,801
2022
$17,183 (−0.4%)
$473,026 + $714,795
$1,187,821
2021
$17,253 (+4.7%)
$473,026 + $714,795
$1,187,821
2020
$16,483 (+42.6%)
$463,752 + $700,780
$1,164,532
2019
$11,555 (+339.5%)
$459,000 + $693,600
$1,152,600
2018
$2,629 (+4.8%)
$484,500 + $275,400
$759,900
2017
$2,508 (+7.8%)
$24,928 + $15,210
$40,138
2016
$2,326 (+2.3%)
$24,928 + $15,210
$40,138
2015
$2,273 (+2.9%)
$24,439 + $14,912
$39,351
2014
$2,209 (+5.5%)
$23,601 + $14,400
$38,001
2013
$2,093 (+3.1%)
$23,601 + $14,400
$38,001
2012
$2,031 (+4.8%)
$23,494 + $14,335
$37,829
2011
$1,938
$23,033 + $14,054
$37,087
2010
$1,940 (+1.7%)
$22,582 + $13,779
$36,361
2009
$1,908 (+13.1%)
$22,413 + $13,676
$36,089
2008
$1,687
$22,466 + $13,708
$36,174
Tax history for 2819 Mathews
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,299 (+7.7%)
$501,975 + $758,540
$1,260,515
2024
$17,919 (+2.3%)
$501,975 + $758,540
$1,260,515
2023
$17,510 (+1.9%)
$492,133 + $743,668
$1,235,801
2022
$17,183 (−0.4%)
$473,026 + $714,795
$1,187,821
2021
$17,253 (+4.7%)
$473,026 + $714,795
$1,187,821
2020
$16,483 (+42.6%)
$463,752 + $700,780
$1,164,532
2019
$11,555 (+339.5%)
$459,000 + $693,600
$1,152,600
2018
$2,629 (+4.8%)
$484,500 + $275,400
$759,900
2017
$2,508 (+7.8%)
$24,928 + $15,210
$40,138
2016
$2,326 (+2.3%)
$24,928 + $15,210
$40,138
2015
$2,273 (+2.9%)
$24,439 + $14,912
$39,351
2014
$2,209 (+5.5%)
$23,601 + $14,400
$38,001
2013
$2,093 (+3.1%)
$23,601 + $14,400
$38,001
2012
$2,031 (+4.8%)
$23,494 + $14,335
$37,829
2011
$1,938
$23,033 + $14,054
$37,087
2010
$1,940 (+1.7%)
$22,582 + $13,779
$36,361
2009
$1,908 (+13.1%)
$22,413 + $13,676
$36,089
2008
$1,687
$22,466 + $13,708
$36,174
*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
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1988
Sq. Ft.
960
Year built
1908
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
053 166401900
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
R-1
Single Family Residential District
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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Park & open space
Oct 2, 2023 • Final
Minor
Roofing
Jan 24, 2019 • Active
Plan check
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
Has Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 1
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
Interior Features
Interior Features: Kitchen Island, Updated Kitchen, Energy Star Lighting
Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Laundry Features: Hookups Only
Street Level Features: 2 Bedrooms
Window Features: Skylight(s)
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Room Information
Kitchen Features: Electric Range/Cooktop,Island,Microwave,Refrigerator,Skylight(s),Updated Kitchen
Rooms Total: 6
Basement: Crawl Space, Partial
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 1,080
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered
Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Living Area: 1080
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1908
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 3000
Lot Size Area: 0.0689
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.0689
Lot Features: Regular
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 960
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1908
Year Renovated: 1988
County: Alameda County
APN: 053 166401900
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Malcolm X Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
Berkeley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 82° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.25M – $1.51M
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Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2019. This data may not match public records. Learn more.