1239 Carleton Street

Sold 8/26/25
Sold 8/26/25
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$1,270,000
3 beds1,685 sqft$754/sqft
1239 Carleton St, Berkeley, CA 94702
Single FamilyProperty Type
5,320 sq ftLot Size
1920Year Built
$754/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Nestled at the corner of Carleton and Mabel, this vintage craftsman home built in 1920 offers timeless charm and exceptional potential. From the moment you step inside, you are welcomed by rich wood-paneled walls and gleaming hardwood floors in the foyer and the living room. This generously sized living room has large wood-framed windows overlooking the street, and beautifully crafted built-in cabinets. The elegant French doors lead to the formal dining area with an antique cabinet. The retro kitchen...Nestled at the corner of Carleton and Mabel, this vintage craftsman home built in 1920 offers timeless charm and exceptional potential. From the moment you step inside, you are welcomed by rich wood-paneled walls and gleaming hardwood floors in the foyer and the living room. This generously sized living room has large wood-framed windows overlooking the street, and beautifully crafted built-in cabinets. The elegant French doors lead to the formal dining area with an antique cabinet. The retro kitchen has a cozy breakfast nook – perfect for casual meals and gatherings with family or friends. The home features three well-appointed bedrooms accessed via a central hallway, along with a full bathroom thoughtfully located for convenience. There is an interior access from the laundry room to the downstairs garage, which opens to Mabel Street. It provides ample room for storage, too. The backyard offers endless possibilities – create a private garden oasis, entertain guests under the open sky, or grow your own vegetables. The property is located in a vibrant neighborhood with a short stroll to San Pablo Park, shops and restaurants, and easy access to the highway. With classic character and room to personalize, this home is brimming with potential!
  • Listed by: Hiroko Tsumori DRE #01842561 • Bay Area Modern Real Estate
Listing closed: 08/26/2025 12:00 AM • Source: EBRD, MLS#: 41105294

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,270,807

Avg days on market

14

Sale-to-list ratio

132.0%

Berkeley, CA

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Listing Courtesy of Bay Area Modern Real Estate, Hiroko Tsumori, DRE #01842561

Sold By The Grubb Co. Inc., Marilyn Garcia, DRE #01355514

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Property Information for 1239 Carleton Street

Property Details
  • MLS Type: RESIDENTIAL / Detached
  • County: Alameda County
  • City: BERKELEY
  • Dist Neighborhood Subdiv: BERKELEY
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Style: Traditional
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage/Parking: Attached, Below Building Parking
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Lot Size: 0.12 AC / 5,320 SF
Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Living Room, Woodburning
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Other
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Additional Rooms: Other, Basement - Unfinished
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Nook, Laminate Counters, Electric Range/Cooktop, Other
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 1.0
  • Room Additional: Basement, Other, Laundry
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • ADU Y/N: No
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone, Gas
  • Water/Sewer: PublicSewer, Public Water
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Other, Natural Gas Connected
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Wood Siding, Siding - Stucco
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, RectangularLot, Back Yard, Front Yard
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 5320
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5320.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles, Other
  • Sq Ft Apx: 1685
  • Stories: One Story
  • Street Level: 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Fenced, Front Yard, Chain Link Fence
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Acres: 0.12
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Sacramento to Carleton
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 54-1788-2
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 1239 Carleton Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 26, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #EB41105294

$1,270,000—
Aug 26, 2025

Sold

EBRD #41105294

$1,270,000—
Jul 29, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #EB41105294

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/26/2025

Sold

MLSListings #EB41105294

$1,270,000
08/26/2025

Sold

EBRD #41105294

$1,270,000
07/29/2025

Pending

MLSListings #EB41105294

—

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

Public Records for 1239 Carleton Street

Taxable ValueLand$381,000Additions$889,000Total$1,270,000
Tax Record2025$5,532 ($461 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,685 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,685 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,320 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920Year Renovated1922CountyALAMEDAAPN54-1788-2

Schools near 1239 Carleton Street

This home is within Berkeley Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Washington Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
Public - K to 5
Oxford Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Malcolm X Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Washington Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
PublicK to 5

Oxford Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Malcolm X Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1239 Carleton Street, Berkeley, CA 94702
$1,270,000
3
1,685
5,320
1231 Carleton Street, Berkeley, CA 94702
$145,000
3
1,036
5,320
1229 Carleton Street, Berkeley, CA 94702
$420,000
2
1,328
5,320
2619 Mabel Street, Berkeley, CA 94702
–
2
1
884
3,200
2617 Mabel Street, Berkeley, CA 94702
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3
1,148
3,680
2611 Mabel Street, Berkeley, CA 94702
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2
1,080
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