Elevate your living experience with this meticulously renovated Craftsman gem in the sought-after Thousand Oaks neighborhood in Berkeley. Enjoy convenient access to cafes, shops, parks, & public transit, all within reach of your front door. With 2+ bedrooms, 1 bath, a fabulous sunroom that has been used as an office, enclosed yard, updated aesthetic details & incredible practical ones, this home offers a blend of timeless Berkeley charm & contemporary modern comfort. From the moment you drive up to the house, you'll be enchanted by the classic Craftsman details, warm hues of soft greens, blues and a touch of yellow to greet you with warmth. The woodwork, inviting bold fireplace, & original architectural elements add character & charm to every room but don’t worry, there are still a few places awaiting your personal touch. The charming living room, formal dining room & kitchen with new stainless appliances silhouetted by the new tile backsplash, polished quartz counters & newly laid tile floors, all allow the perfect backdrop for your culinary moments or entertaining guests. A newer foundation, newer roof, electrical (say goodbye to knob & tube!), paint, plumbing & so much more, this home has undergone massive updates to its systems to ensure worry-free living for years to come.
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
3,500 sq ftLot Size
$1,380Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Negar Souza•DRE #01701667• Red Oak Realty
Listed by Spencer Mills•DRE #02127098• Red Oak Realty
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41055353
May 10, 2024
Sold
$1,200,000
$1,207/sq ft
Apr 24, 2024
Pending
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Apr 9, 2024
Listed
$899,000
$904/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40660309
Jul 8, 2014
Sold
$706,000
$710/sq ft
Jun 12, 2014
Pending
—
Jun 4, 2014
Listed
$625,000
$629/sq ft
+25
Charming home in North Berkeley's 1000 Oaks neighborhood. Close to the desirable Solano Ave. with it's shops and restaurants, this lovely 2 bedroom has fresh paint, hardwood floors and updated kitchen and bath as well a bonus sun room leading out to a sweet garden with a lemon tree. Great schools.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40652132
Apr 21, 2014
Listing Removed
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Apr 4, 2014
Listed
*
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40134304
Mar 1, 2006
Sold
$585,000
$589/sq ft
Jan 26, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Jan 9, 2006
Listed
$599,000
$603/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #23021219
Aug 21, 2003
Sold
$405,000
$407/sq ft
Jul 16, 2003
Listing Removed
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Jun 23, 2003
Listed
$350,000
$352/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,575 (+47.4%)
$374,544 + $873,936
$1,248,480
2024
$11,923 (+2.0%)
$367,200 + $856,800
$1,224,000
2023
$11,685 (+1.6%)
$249,553 + $582,291
$831,844
2022
$11,500 (−0.4%)
$239,863 + $559,681
$799,544
2021
$11,541 (+5.0%)
$239,863 + $559,681
$799,544
2020
$10,995 (+3.3%)
$235,161 + $548,710
$783,871
2019
$10,640 (+1.6%)
$232,751 + $543,086
$775,837
2018
$10,476 (+3.7%)
$228,189 + $532,441
$760,630
2017
$10,104 (+2.8%)
$219,329 + $511,768
$731,097
2016
$9,829 (+1.3%)
$219,329 + $511,768
$731,097
2015
$9,706 (+11.3%)
$215,029 + $501,736
$716,765
2014
$8,722 (+9.5%)
$183,000 + $427,000
$610,000
2013
$7,966 (+9.0%)
$183,000 + $427,000
$610,000
2012
$7,307 (−8.3%)
$162,000 + $378,000
$540,000
2011
$7,970 (+0.3%)
$150,000 + $350,000
$500,000
2010
$7,945 (−0.9%)
$166,500 + $388,500
$555,000
2009
$8,016 (−2.7%)
$166,500 + $388,500
$555,000
2008
$8,237
$166,500 + $388,500
$555,000
Tax history for 737 Neilson St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,575 (+47.4%)
$374,544 + $873,936
$1,248,480
2024
$11,923 (+2.0%)
$367,200 + $856,800
$1,224,000
2023
$11,685 (+1.6%)
$249,553 + $582,291
$831,844
2022
$11,500 (−0.4%)
$239,863 + $559,681
$799,544
2021
$11,541 (+5.0%)
$239,863 + $559,681
$799,544
2020
$10,995 (+3.3%)
$235,161 + $548,710
$783,871
2019
$10,640 (+1.6%)
$232,751 + $543,086
$775,837
2018
$10,476 (+3.7%)
$228,189 + $532,441
$760,630
2017
$10,104 (+2.8%)
$219,329 + $511,768
$731,097
2016
$9,829 (+1.3%)
$219,329 + $511,768
$731,097
2015
$9,706 (+11.3%)
$215,029 + $501,736
$716,765
2014
$8,722 (+9.5%)
$183,000 + $427,000
$610,000
2013
$7,966 (+9.0%)
$183,000 + $427,000
$610,000
2012
$7,307 (−8.3%)
$162,000 + $378,000
$540,000
2011
$7,970 (+0.3%)
$150,000 + $350,000
$500,000
2010
$7,945 (−0.9%)
$166,500 + $388,500
$555,000
2009
$8,016 (−2.7%)
$166,500 + $388,500
$555,000
2008
$8,237
$166,500 + $388,500
$555,000
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1920
Sq. Ft.
888
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
062 286903100
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
Aug 27, 2019 • Active
Minor
Roofing
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: 1
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 1
# of Bathrooms Full: 1
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Tub, Updated Baths
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2024. This data may not match public records. Learn more.