Charming 4-bedroom, 2-bath Berkeley home in the Thousand Oaks Sweet Spot - comfortable one-level living, flexible spaces, and lovely private outdoor areas in one of Berkeley's most coveted neighborhoods. A welcoming front deck and landscaped yard create great curb appeal and the perfect place for morning coffee, evening drinks, or dining al fresco. Inside, the spacious living and dining rooms feature beautiful tray ceilings, glowing hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and plenty of room to gather and relax. The easy floor plan offers a vintage bungalow 2 bedrooms and one bathroom in the original part of the house, plus a modern back wing with another 2 bedrooms and one bathroom- one of those back bedrooms could be an ideal space for a den, media room, guest bedroom, and maybe even future access to the garden. The bright kitchen has a fresh feel and is the heart of the home, it’s got new countertops and stove (2026), washer & dryer and a convenient side entrance. The fenced backyard is a peaceful urban retreat with flowers, trees, and endless potential for gardening, entertaining, or relaxing outdoors. A bonus shed/workshop adds valuable space for hobbies, projects, storage, bikes, tools, or creative pursuits. Fantastic location close to Solano Ave. shops, dining, parks, schools, and transportation. Berkeley BESO 5/10. Walk Score 89, Bike Score 76. Buyer to investigate
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
3,800 sq ftLot Size
$1,040Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Ana Forest•DRE #01234464• Red Oak Realty
Est. $3,957 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 762 Neilson St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41136991
Jul 2, 2026
Sold
$1,500,000
$1,040/sq ft
Jun 17, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 3, 2026
Listed
$1,095,000
$759/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 2, 1993
Sold
$242,500
$168/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,900 (+12.3%)
$462,734 + $1,079,713
$1,542,447
2024
$20,392 (+6.8%)
$453,663 + $1,058,547
$1,512,210
2023
$19,101 (+143.9%)
$422,400 + $985,600
$1,408,000
2022
$7,831
$116,595 + $271,788
$388,383
2021
$7,828 (+6.3%)
$116,595 + $271,788
$388,383
2020
$7,365 (+4.9%)
$114,309 + $266,459
$380,768
2019
$7,018 (+2.1%)
$113,137 + $263,727
$376,864
2018
$6,871 (+3.9%)
$110,918 + $258,556
$369,474
2017
$6,612 (+4.2%)
$106,612 + $248,518
$355,130
2016
$6,345 (+1.6%)
$106,612 + $248,518
$355,130
2015
$6,245 (+1.2%)
$104,522 + $243,646
$348,168
2014
$6,172 (+0.9%)
$100,936 + $235,287
$336,223
2013
$6,119 (+3.6%)
$100,936 + $235,287
$336,223
2012
$5,905 (+2.5%)
$100,480 + $234,225
$334,705
2011
$5,763 (+0.5%)
$98,510 + $229,632
$328,142
2010
$5,733 (−0.2%)
$96,579 + $225,130
$321,709
2009
$5,745 (+5.8%)
$95,857 + $223,449
$319,306
2008
$5,429
$96,085 + $223,980
$320,065
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,800 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1925
Sq. Ft.
1,422
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
062 284901000
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
Feb 3, 2025 • Final
Minor
Remove existing roofing material and install new fire-rated composite shingles.
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 information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2026. This data may not match public records. Learn more.