Sweet opportunity in desirable Central Berkeley! A cute craftsman built in 1920, this character-filled single level home is ready for a fresh vision. Featuring original architectural details including hardwood floors, crown moldings, and two fireplaces, this two bedroom and one bath home offers the perfect canvas to create something truly special. The well-balanced floor plan includes a deep front porch with built-in bench, formal dining room with built-ins, and a large open kitchen with separate prep-room and mudroom/laundry at back. The large sunny back yard is perfect for family gatherings, with an apple and plumb tree and lots of space for gardening. Sitting on a level lot, there's excellent potential to expand or reimagine the space. Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined block, just blocks from two elementary schools, Berkeley High, and Downtown Berkeley, this property offers a unique combination of charm, location, and untapped potential. Whether you're looking to restore and reside or renovate and resell, this is your chance to bring new life to a classic Berkeley home.
Sold for $740,000
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$740,000
1809 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA 94703
2beds
1,123sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
3,920.4 Square Feet Lot
$1,280,200 Zestimate®
$659/sqft
$3,729 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,280,200
$1.15M - $1.43M
$3,729/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 17, 2025 at 12:55pm
Listed by:
Viviana Lahrs DRE #01503767 510-910-3482,
District Homes
Bought with:
Eleanor Ridge, DRE #02217753
District Homes
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41095433
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Kitchen
- Features: Tile Counters, Range/Oven Free Standing, Other
Heating
- Floor Furnace, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Range, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: 220 Volt Outlet, Gas Dryer Hookup, Hookups Only, Inside Room
Features
- Storage
- Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Linoleum
- Windows: Bay Window(s)
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,123
- Total interior livable area: 1,123 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One Story
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Storage, Entry Gate, Yard Space
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
Lot
- Size: 3,920 sqft
- Features: Level, Rectangular Lot, Back Yard, See Remarks
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 55190416
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Satellite Dish
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Composition Shingles, Stucco
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange,Other
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/12/2025 | Sold | $740,000-1.2%$659/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41095433 Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2025 | Pending sale | $749,000$667/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41095433 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $749,000$667/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41095433 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $186,461 +2% |
| 2024 | $5,289 +3.7% | $182,806 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,100 +4% | $179,221 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Central Berkeley
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 10/10Willard Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 9/10Berkeley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
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Estimated market value
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- California
- Alameda County
- Berkeley
- 94703
- Central Berkeley
- 1809 Channing Way