1209 Hearst Ave

606 Sq. Ft.
$1,122 / Sq. Ft.
606
Sq. Ft.
$1,122
per Sq. Ft.

Description

West Berkeley is calling you! This practical yet magical condo lives like a standalone home, complete with its own private yard. The light-filled upper level (606 SF) features an inviting kitchen and charming family/dining rooms with elevated neighborhood views. The finished lower level (356 SF) offers valuable bonus space - perfect for a workshop, studio, gym, or creative retreat - along with a one-car garage and direct access to the private side yard, ideal for morning coffee, gardening, or simply...West Berkeley is calling you! This practical yet magical condo lives like a standalone home, complete with its own private yard. The light-filled upper level (606 SF) features an inviting kitchen and charming family/dining rooms with elevated neighborhood views. The finished lower level (356 SF) offers valuable bonus space - perfect for a workshop, studio, gym, or creative retreat - along with a one-car garage and direct access to the private side yard, ideal for morning coffee, gardening, or simply relaxing in the sunshine. This rare "no HOA fee" condo is ideally located near Fourth Street boutiques and cafés, Berkeley Bowl West, the Ohlone Greenway, local parks, and major transit options - offering unmatched walkability and an effortless urban lifestyle. A unique opportunity to own a West Berkeley gem with bonus space, outdoor living, and freedom from HOA fees.
  1. Listed by Daniel Stea • DRE #01452156 • Stea Realty Group

Property Details for 1209 Hearst Avenue

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
WEST BERKELEY
Building Type
Condo
Property Sub Type
Condo
Style
Traditional
Garage Spaces
1
Garage/Parking
Attached, Garage Facing Front
LISTING UPDATED: 12/19/2025 02:00 AM

Property Details for 1209 Hearst Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #41117572
Days on Compass10
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondo/Coop/TIC/Loft / Condominium
Year Built1935
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Stea Realty Group, Daniel Stea, DRE #01452156

Sold By EXP Realty of California, Inc, Laura Burke, DRE #02035552

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Building Information for 1209 Hearst Avenue

Building/Complex1209 Hearst AveFloor-Stories2Residences2Pet Policy-Pet Policy Details-Year Built1935

Payment Calculator

$3,689 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,314

Property Taxes

$375

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1209 Hearst Avenue

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • FIREPLACES: None
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, In Basement, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
  • Unit Feature: Other
  • Floor Unit is on: 1
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 3
  • Additional Rooms: Storage, Workshop, Basement - Unfinished
  • Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms Count: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 1.0
  • Room Additional: Basement, Storage, Workshop
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • ADU Y/N: No
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone
  • Water/Sewer: PublicSewer, Public Water
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: Yes
  • HOA Amenities: Other
  • HOA Documents: CC&R'S, Other HOA Docs
  • HOA Dues: $.00
  • HOA Fees Include: Other
  • HOA Name: NONE
  • HOA Phone: 000-000-0000
  • HOA Fees Freq: Other
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Carbon Mon Detector, Smoke Detector(s), Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas Meter
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Complex Name: Not Listed
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Stucco
  • Lot Description: RectangularLot
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 2474
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 2474.0
  • Roof: Unknown
  • Sq Ft Apx: 606
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Street Level: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
  • Units in Complex: 2
  • Yard Description: Patio, Side Yard
  • Year Built: 1935
  • Acres: 0.06
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: University to Hearst
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 57-2082-38
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Multi Family Information
General Details
  • Units Total: 2
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: No

Property History for 1209 Hearst Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 17, 2025

Sold

EBRD #41117572

$680,000
Dec 17, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #EB41117572

$680,000
Dec 3, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1926221519

$680,000
Nov 25, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #EB41117572

Nov 25, 2025

Pending

EBRD #41117572

Nov 15, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41117572

$525,000
Nov 15, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41117572

$525,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/17/2025

Sold

EBRD #41117572

$680,000
12/17/2025

Sold

MLSListings #EB41117572

$680,000
12/03/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1926221519

$680,000
11/25/2025

Pending

MLSListings #EB41117572

11/25/2025

Pending

EBRD #41117572

11/15/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41117572

$525,000
11/15/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41117572

$525,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1209 Hearst Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$50,987Additions$135,967Total$186,954
Tax Record2025$4,495 ($375 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Total Finished SqFt606 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt606 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,474 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1935CountyALAMEDAAPN57-2082-38

Schools near 1209 Hearst Avenue

This home is within Berkeley Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Ruth Acty Elementary
PublicK to 5

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
PublicK to 5

Thousand Oaks Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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Listing Courtesy of Stea Realty Group, Daniel Stea, DRE #01452156

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