651 Neilson is a beautifully updated 3 bedroom/ 2 bathroom 1930’s home on a lovely tree-lined street in North Berkeley. Just a few steps take you into a bright and inviting living room surrounded by windows and anchored by a functioning gas fireplace. Recently refinished hardwood floors add character and warmth throughout The thoughtfully remodeled kitchen features a Thermador stove, high-end appliances, and a cozy corner office overlooking the front yard as well as a bar counter that opens seamlessly to the dining room—making this an ideal lay-out for entertaining or watching your little ones play. A functional laundry area off the kitchen offers ample storage and cabinet space. The light-filled bedrooms provide generous closet space, while both bathrooms have been tastefully upgraded. The primary bedroom includes a convenient en-suite bathroom. The backyard is an ideal retreat—perfect for BBQ’s, veggie beds, play and some adventure! A charming treehouse adds a touch of magic, and there’s still space where a trampoline once stood. Additional perks: abundant storage, including a spacious backyard shed, and an electric car charger for your EV. Just a few minutes’ stroll to the shop and restaurants on Solano Avenue or Kensington Circle (and its fabulous farmers market!)
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
3,800 sq ftLot Size
$1,438Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Anna Bellomo•DRE #01822897• District Homes
Step into this updated 3b/2b, great living room space with fireplace, dining room with open concept kitchen connected with a big island, laundry in the back and learning to backyard, primary bedroom with en-suite with double doors leading into...
backyard!
1 year ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Great location on what seems to be a quiet street close to shopping and dining. Has a feeling of being well maintained though may use some cosmetic updating here and there.
13 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41092619
Apr 30, 2025
Sold
$1,720,000
$1,340/sq ft
Apr 23, 2025
Pending
—
Apr 9, 2025
Listed
$1,195,000
$931/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40642289
Feb 27, 2014
Sold
$765,000
$596/sq ft
Jan 30, 2014
Pending
—
Jan 10, 2014
Listed
$749,000
$583/sq ft
+10
Thousand Oaks tree-lined street. Charming light-filled 3 bedrooms/1.5 bathrooms. Eat-in kitchen; dining room; hardwood floors; easy indoor-outdoor to enjoyable garden; shed. Conveniently close to Colusa & Solano Aves/Memorial Park/Arterials/Shopping.
Public Records
Dec 28, 1995
Sold
$284,000
$221/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,381 (+9.3%)
$526,320 + $1,228,080
$1,754,400
2024
$14,066 (+2.5%)
$281,323 + $656,421
$937,744
2023
$13,725 (+2.1%)
$275,808 + $643,553
$919,361
2022
$13,439 (−0.3%)
$265,100 + $618,566
$883,666
2021
$13,483 (+4.9%)
$265,100 + $618,566
$883,666
2020
$12,847 (+3.4%)
$259,904 + $606,443
$866,347
2019
$12,427 (+1.7%)
$257,239 + $600,225
$857,464
2018
$12,221 (+3.6%)
$252,197 + $588,460
$840,657
2017
$11,794 (+2.9%)
$242,407 + $565,616
$808,023
2016
$11,458 (+1.4%)
$242,407 + $565,616
$808,023
2015
$11,305 (+73.5%)
$237,654 + $554,526
$792,180
2014
$6,515 (−4.4%)
$115,458 + $269,403
$384,861
2013
$6,814 (+3.6%)
$115,458 + $269,403
$384,861
2012
$6,575 (+2.4%)
$114,937 + $268,187
$383,124
2011
$6,423 (+0.6%)
$112,683 + $262,928
$375,611
2010
$6,383 (−0.1%)
$110,474 + $257,774
$368,248
2009
$6,390 (+6.0%)
$109,648 + $255,847
$365,495
2008
$6,027
$109,909 + $256,455
$366,364
Tax history for 651 Neilson St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,381 (+9.3%)
$526,320 + $1,228,080
$1,754,400
2024
$14,066 (+2.5%)
$281,323 + $656,421
$937,744
2023
$13,725 (+2.1%)
$275,808 + $643,553
$919,361
2022
$13,439 (−0.3%)
$265,100 + $618,566
$883,666
2021
$13,483 (+4.9%)
$265,100 + $618,566
$883,666
2020
$12,847 (+3.4%)
$259,904 + $606,443
$866,347
2019
$12,427 (+1.7%)
$257,239 + $600,225
$857,464
2018
$12,221 (+3.6%)
$252,197 + $588,460
$840,657
2017
$11,794 (+2.9%)
$242,407 + $565,616
$808,023
2016
$11,458 (+1.4%)
$242,407 + $565,616
$808,023
2015
$11,305 (+73.5%)
$237,654 + $554,526
$792,180
2014
$6,515 (−4.4%)
$115,458 + $269,403
$384,861
2013
$6,814 (+3.6%)
$115,458 + $269,403
$384,861
2012
$6,575 (+2.4%)
$114,937 + $268,187
$383,124
2011
$6,423 (+0.6%)
$112,683 + $262,928
$375,611
2010
$6,383 (−0.1%)
$110,474 + $257,774
$368,248
2009
$6,390 (+6.0%)
$109,648 + $255,847
$365,495
2008
$6,027
$109,909 + $256,455
$366,364
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,800 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1950
Sq. Ft.
1,268
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
062 286802400
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: No Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
Interior Features
Interior Features: Storage, Breakfast Bar, Updated Kitchen
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.