1236 Hopkins St

$682,500
Last Sold Price
740 Sq. Ft.
$922 / Sq. Ft.
740
Sq. Ft.
$922
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Tucked in the heart of North Berkeley, this charming brown-shingle home blends vintage character with modern style. Soaring wood-clad ceilings, skylights, and an open floor plan create a light-filled space full of warmth and charm. The freshly updated kitchen features quartz counters, sleek cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a gas range, and a skylight that brightens the space. A versatile loft adds flexible living for a studio, office, or creative retreat. Step outside to a private, low-maintenance...Tucked in the heart of North Berkeley, this charming brown-shingle home blends vintage character with modern style. Soaring wood-clad ceilings, skylights, and an open floor plan create a light-filled space full of warmth and charm. The freshly updated kitchen features quartz counters, sleek cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a gas range, and a skylight that brightens the space. A versatile loft adds flexible living for a studio, office, or creative retreat. Step outside to a private, low-maintenance courtyard with space to lounge by a fire pit, garden, or entertain, plus a back deck that extends the indoor-outdoor flow. Additional highlights include in-unit laundry, off-street parking, and an EV charger. This one-bedroom, one-bath home is owned as a TIC and live like a single family home; a smart and stylish condo alternative. Minutes from Hopkins Street shops, Monterey Market, North Berkeley BART, and Fourth Street, this gem offers comfort, character, and convenience in one irresistible package.
  1. Listed by Sarah Marcus • DRE #01967832 • Redfin

Property Details for 1236 Hopkins Street

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
NORTH BERKELEY
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Brown Shingle
Garage Spaces
0
Garage/Parking
Off Street, EV Charger
Total # Parking Spaces
2
LISTING UPDATED: 10/15/2025 03:00 AM

Property Details for 1236 Hopkins Street

StatusSold
MLS #41108764
Days on Compass41
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1952
Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,415 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Redfin, Sarah Marcus, DRE #01967832

Sold By Redfin, Katherine Polvorosa, DRE #02021145

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Building Information for 1236 Hopkins Street

Stories1Year Built1952Building Size-Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,415 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,148 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,326

Property Taxes

$1,822

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1236 Hopkins Street

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • FIREPLACES: None
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Garage: No
  • Laundry: Dryer, Washer, Inside Area
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator, Skylight(s), Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 1.0
  • Room Additional: Loft
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Utility Details
  • Cooling: No Air Conditioning
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone
  • Water/Sewer: PublicSewer, Public Water
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Wood Shingles, Wood Siding
  • Lot Description: Level, Partial Fence
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 4415
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4415.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 740
  • Stories: One Story
  • Street Level: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Laundry Facility, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Fenced, Low Maintenance
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Acres: 0.1
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Hopkins btwn Acton + San Pablo
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 59-2293-12
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: No

Property History for 1236 Hopkins Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 14, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #EB41108764

$682,500
Oct 14, 2025

Sold

EBRD #41108764

$682,500
Oct 8, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1917179343

$682,500

+62.3% / yr

Sep 30, 2025

Pending

EBRD #41108764

Sep 30, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #EB41108764

Aug 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41108764

$699,000
Aug 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41108764

$699,000
Aug 24, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1518519983

$244,000

-6.3% / yr

Apr 18, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #155213199

$800,000
Apr 15, 2005

Sold

MLSListings #EB40065455

$800,000
Apr 15, 2005

Sold

EBRD #40065455

$800,000
Mar 18, 2005

Pending

MLSListings #EB40065455

Mar 18, 2005

Pending

EBRD #40065455

Mar 2, 2005

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB40065455

$725,000
Mar 2, 2005

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40065455

$725,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/14/2025

Sold

MLSListings #EB41108764

$682,500
10/14/2025

Sold

EBRD #41108764

$682,500
10/08/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1917179343

$682,500

+62.3% / yr

09/30/2025

Pending

EBRD #41108764

09/30/2025

Pending

MLSListings #EB41108764

08/20/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41108764

$699,000
08/20/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41108764

$699,000
08/24/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1518519983

$244,000

-6.3% / yr

04/18/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #155213199

$800,000
04/15/2005

Sold

MLSListings #EB40065455

$800,000
04/15/2005

Sold

EBRD #40065455

$800,000
03/18/2005

Pending

MLSListings #EB40065455

03/18/2005

Pending

EBRD #40065455

03/02/2005

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB40065455

$725,000
03/02/2005

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40065455

$725,000

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Public Records for 1236 Hopkins Street

Taxable ValueLand$383,831Additions$895,607Total$1,279,438
Tax Record2025$21,862 ($1,822 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt1,928 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,928 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,415 SqFtStyleTriplexYear Built1952CountyALAMEDAAPN59-2293-12

Schools near 1236 Hopkins Street

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
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
PublicK to 5

Ruth Acty Elementary
PublicK to 5

Thousand Oaks Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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