This Prominently featured mixed-use building is situated on a prime corner parcel on the Berkeley/Albany border. A two-story building with expansive frontage and south facing exposure, allows for an abundance of natural light. With (3) commercial/retail spaces at street level and (4) residential units on the second floor, the property has a balance unit-mix that appeals to a broader renter base. The investment offers excellent upside potential for an owner/user or investor as (2) commercial/retail spaces and (2) residential spaces have been updated and delivered vacant. The building also has recent capital improvements that include a new roof, new paint, and an exterior building restoration for starters. Adorned with period charm that has been nicely preserved add to the overall aesthetics, while a private parking area and rear yard lend to the expansiveness of the parcel. Conveniently located in one of the East Bay’s most popular enclaves, the property boasts a Walking Score of 95 as many eateries, cafes, boutiques, shopping and transportation are within walking distance. Don’t miss this unique opportunity.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1928Year Built
5,323 sq ftLot Size
$307Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Eric Silverman•DRE #01314635• Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty
Listed by Out Of Area Non Member• Gordon Commercial Real Estate Brokerage
Bought with Devin Ratoosh•DRE #01820096• Red Oak Realty
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41087055
May 5, 2025
Sold
$1,720,000
$307/sq ft
Apr 17, 2025
Pending
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Feb 24, 2025
Listed
$1,895,000
$338/sq ft
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Multi-Family (5+ Unit)
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Alameda County
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Last updated by owner on Feb 24, 2025.
C-SO
Solano Avenue Commercial District
The purpose of the Solano Avenue Commercial (C-SO) district is to: Implement the General Plan’s designations for Community Commercial and Commercial Service areas; Maintain a scale and balance of commercial activity on Solano Avenue that will: Enhance the surrounding neighborhood and serve its residents; Encourage the location of businesses on Solano Avenue that serve the everyday needs of local residents; Discourage the location of businesses on Solano Avenue that serve a larger regional clientele, and should more appropriately be located in the Central Business District; Limit the number of businesses on Solano Avenue that generate traffic or parking demand in excess of commercial parking availability, causing the overflow of traffic circulation and parking onto adjacent residential streets; Encourage location of late-night commerce in appropriate areas in Berkeley, such as the downtown area, and allow businesses to address demand for late night service on Solano Avenue by establishing a 12:00 midnight closing time for businesses on Solano Avenue; and Ensure that all construction, alterations, or additions to buildings will be in functional and aesthetic harmony with adjacent buildings and areas; and Protect local residents from commercial noise, offensive odors and parking and traffic problems.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
General retail
Restaurant
Housing-Other
Park & open space
Apr 7, 2025 • Final
Minor
Tear off the existing built-up roof and install a new built-up roof on a multi-family residential building. No resheeting is included.
Roofing
Mar 14, 2024 • Final
Minor
Install a new wall furnace.
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.
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Parking Information
Total # of Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Off Site, Parking Lot, Side Yard Access
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.