2442 California St
Berkeley, CA 94703
- 2 beds
- 1 bath
- 1,146 sqft
- 3,360 sqft lot
- $1,221 per sqft
- 1925 build
- – on site
More homes
This charming 1925 brown-shingle bungalow in the heart of Berkeley exudes timeless appeal with its high ceilings, graceful archways, and rich wood accents. The open floor plan creates a seamless flow, making the space feel larger than its footprint suggests. A cozy alcove window seat provides the perfect nook for reading or enjoying a beverage in natural light. Both bedrooms feature upgraded Elfa organization systems for efficient storage. The primary bedroom opens through French doors to a large, sunlit back deck with access to the expansive yard, ideal for morning coffee, relaxing, or hosting gatherings. Recent updates include a fully owned 4.8kW solar array, a new HVAC heat pump system with updated ductwork for year-round comfort, and a newly replaced back fence for privacy. The kitchen boasts new flooring, while the exterior shingles have been freshly restained, preserving the home’s classic aesthetic. A detached guest cottage with a new Summit kitchenette and full bath adds versatility for guests, a home office, or a gym. Located in Poet’s Corner, the home is close to cafes, parks, farmers’ markets, and transit options. This property combines classic charm, modern upgrades, and an ideal location, offering a perfect entry into Berkeley’s vibrant real estate market.
Last checked:
As a licensed real estate brokerage, Estately has access to the same database professional Realtors use: the Multiple Listing Service (or MLS). That means we can display all the properties listed by other member brokerages of the local Association of Realtors—unless the seller has requested that the listing not be published or marketed online.
The MLS is widely considered to be the most authoritative, up-to-date, accurate, and complete source of real estate for-sale in the USA.
Estately updates this data as quickly as possible and shares as much information with our users as allowed by local rules. Estately can also email you updates when new homes come on the market that match your search, change price, or go under contract.
Checking…
•
Last updated Jan 17, 2025
•
MLS# 41071984 —
The Building
-
Year Built:1925
-
Building Area Units:Square Feet
-
New Construction:false
-
Construction Materials:Wood Shingles
-
Architectural Style:Brown Shingle
-
Roof:Shingle
-
Foundation Details:Concrete Perimeter
-
Stories:1
-
Levels:One Story
-
Security Features:Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
-
Green Energy Efficient:Heat Pump - Air
-
Building Area Total:1146
-
Building Area Source:Public Records
Interior
-
Interior Features:In-Law Floorplan
-
Kitchen Features:Breakfast Bar, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Garbage Disposal, Range/Oven Built-in
-
Flooring:Hardwood
-
Rooms Total:5
-
Fireplace:false
-
Fireplace Features:None
Room Dimensions
-
Living Area:1146
-
Living Area Units:Square Feet
Location
-
Directions:w on Dwight, N on California
The Property
-
Property Type:Residential
-
Property Subtype:Single Family Residence
-
Property Condition:Existing
-
Exterior Features:Back Yard
-
Parcel Number:55191350
-
Lot Features:Level
-
Lot Size Area:0.08
-
Lot Size Acres:0.08
-
Lot Size SqFt:3360
-
Lot Size Units:Acres
-
Fencing:Fenced
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Agent phone:
- (510) 708-9952
Beds
-
Bedrooms Total:2
Baths
-
Total Baths:1
-
Full Baths:1
The Listing
-
Listing TermsCash
-
Special Listing Conditions:Standard
Heating & Cooling
-
Heating:Heat Pump
-
Heating:true
-
Cooling:Heat Pump
-
Cooling:true
Utilities
-
Utilities:Individual Gas Meter
-
Electric:Photovoltaics Seller Owned
-
Sewer:Public Sewer
-
Water Source:Public
-
Green Energy Generation:Solar Available
Appliances
-
Appliances:Dishwasher
-
Laundry Features:Dryer
The Community
-
Subdivision Name:CENTRAL BERKELEY
-
Association:false
-
Pool Private:false
-
Pool Features:None
Parking
-
Garage:false
-
Attached Garage:false
-
Carport:false
-
Parking Total:2
-
Parking Features:Converted Garage
Extra Units
-
Other Structures:Guest House
Walk Score®
Provided by WalkScore® Inc.
Walk Score is the most well-known measure of walkability for any address. It is based on the distance to a variety of nearby services and pedestrian friendliness. Walk Scores range from 0 (Car-Dependent) to 100 (Walker’s Paradise).
Bike Score®
Provided by WalkScore® Inc.
Bike Score evaluates a location's bikeability. It is calculated by measuring bike infrastructure, hills, destinations and road connectivity, and the number of bike commuters. Bike Scores range from 0 (Somewhat Bikeable) to 100 (Biker’s Paradise).
Transit Score®
Provided by WalkScore® Inc.
Transit Score measures a location's access to public transit. It is based on nearby transit routes frequency, type of route (bus, rail, etc.), and distance to the nearest stop on the route. Transit Scores range from 0 (Minimal Transit) to 100 (Rider’s Paradise).
Soundscore™
Provided by HowLoud
Soundscore is an overall score that accounts for traffic, airport activity, and local sources. A Soundscore rating is a number between 50 (very loud) and 100 (very quiet).
Air Pollution Index
Provided by ClearlyEnergy
The air pollution index is calculated by county or urban area using the past three years data. The index ranks the county or urban area on a scale of 0 (best) - 100 (worst) across the United Sates.
Max Internet Speed
Provided by BroadbandNow®
This is the maximum advertised internet speed available for this home. Under 10 Mbps is in the slower range, and anything above 30 Mbps is considered fast. For heavier internet users, some plans allow for more than 100 Mbps.
Sale history
| Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
10/1/24
Oct 1, 2024
|
Sold | BRIDGE | $1,400,000 | 47.5% |
|
9/13/24
Sep 13, 2024
|
Pending | BRIDGE | $949,000 | |
|
9/4/24
Sep 4, 2024
|
Listed / Active | BRIDGE | $949,000 | -6.0% (-0.7% / YR) |
