Located on a quiet, tree-lined street in Berkeley's coveted Thousand Oaks neighborhood, this Craftsman bungalow, rich in original architectural details, presents a wonderful opportunity to renovate and reimagine. Freshly painted inside and out, the home features beautifully refinished hardwood floors, original windows, abundant natural light, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The living and dining rooms flow seamlessly together, creating an inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen retains its vintage appeal, with an adjacent pantry and storage area offering added convenience. Two bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, reflecting the home's classic Craftsman design. Outside, a spacious, level backyard with a brick patio offers a blank canvas for gardening, entertaining, or creating a personal outdoor retreat. The detached garage requires a new roof and offers additional possibilities. With a Walk Score of 95 and Solano Avenue just half a block away, it's easy to shop local, dine out, and enjoy a leave-the-car-behind lifestyle. More than just a neighborhood, Thousand Oaks is a true community where a strong sense of connection and belonging makes it one of Berkeley's most desirable places to call home. Filled with natural light, original character, and potential, this is a rare opportunity to bring your vision to life and become part of a community that makes Berkeley so special. Home Energy Score of 9
Single-familyProperty Type
1918Year Built
3,900 sq ftLot Size
$809Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Julie Durkee•DRE #01988556• Winkler Real Estate Group
Thousand Oaks, located between Solano Avenue and the Berkeley Hills, is a residential and hillside Berkeley neighborhood with winding streets and oak-shaded greenbelts. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Solano Avenue at Colusa Avenue, where sidewalk cafes, independent grocers, and small specialty shops set a steady, lived-in rhythm. Mid-century and traditional homes step along sloped lots, with frequent bay-view glimpses between trees. Indian Rock Park and nearby trails shape an outdoors-forward routine. Community pillars include Indian Rock Park, the Solano Avenue Stroll, and the historic Solano Avenue corridor’s long-running local storefronts.
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Offer insights
845 Neilson · $725,000
$819K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $819K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
2 days
The average home goes pending in 15 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
109.6%
Most homes are selling 10% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Dining area
Living room
One fireplace
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms on the main level
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Tile countertops
Laundry & utility
No laundry hookups
Flooring
Wood flooring
Heating & cooling
Floor furnace
Exterior features
Front yard
Back yard
Deck
Front porch
Level lot
Home design
Single-family residence
Main-level entry
Parking
Detached garage
Off-street parking
Construction
Built in 1918
Wood siding
Shingle roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41151873
Oct 23, 2026
Pending
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Oct 21, 2026
Listed
$725,000
$809/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,193 (+10.9%)
$102,103 + $238,242
$340,345
2024
$6,489 (+3.2%)
$100,102 + $233,571
$333,673
2023
$6,289 (+3.1%)
$98,139 + $228,992
$327,131
2022
$6,100
$94,328 + $220,100
$314,428
2021
$6,101 (+5.5%)
$94,328 + $220,100
$314,428
2020
$5,782 (+4.2%)
$92,479 + $215,785
$308,264
2019
$5,550 (+2.1%)
$91,531 + $213,573
$305,104
2018
$5,438 (+4.1%)
$89,737 + $209,387
$299,124
2017
$5,223 (+3.8%)
$86,253 + $201,257
$287,510
2016
$5,033 (+1.6%)
$86,253 + $201,257
$287,510
2015
$4,956 (+1.0%)
$84,562 + $197,311
$281,873
2014
$4,905 (+1.2%)
$81,661 + $190,542
$272,203
2013
$4,846 (+3.6%)
$81,661 + $190,542
$272,203
2012
$4,676 (+2.6%)
$81,292 + $189,682
$270,974
2011
$4,556 (+0.3%)
$79,698 + $185,963
$265,661
2010
$4,542
$78,136 + $182,317
$260,453
2009
$4,538 (+5.9%)
$77,552 + $180,955
$258,507
2008
$4,286
$77,736 + $181,385
$259,121
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
3,900 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1918
Finished Sq. Ft.
896
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
896
Year built
1918
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
062 287002600
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 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
Dec 22, 2022 • Final
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.
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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 82° expected this year, 15 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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Historical weather
Berkeley, CA • 94707
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Sun exposure
79/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Berkeley. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.6 hrs
4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 845 Neilson
$979,377
$254K over list price of $725K
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