1521 Josephine St

Berkeley, CA 94703

$1,795,000
Price
4
Beds
—
Baths
3,434 Sq. Ft.
$523 / Sq. Ft.
3,434
Sq. Ft.
$523
per Sq. Ft.
Open: 12/14 02:00PM - 04:00PM
Open: 12/14 02:00PM - 04:00PM
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Description

1521 Josephine Street is a uniquely compelling opportunity to own a fully vacant four-unit property in North Berkeley’s famed Gourmet District. Tucked between Cedar and Vine on a picturesque tree-lined street, this vintage brown shingle compound features two charming buildings surrounded by greenery, flowers, vines, and inviting outdoor spaces that capture the natural beauty of North Berkeley. The front building includes a spacious three-bedroom and three full bath primary residence with hardwood...1521 Josephine Street is a uniquely compelling opportunity to own a fully vacant four-unit property in North Berkeley’s famed Gourmet District. Tucked between Cedar and Vine on a picturesque tree-lined street, this vintage brown shingle compound features two charming buildings surrounded by greenery, flowers, vines, and inviting outdoor spaces that capture the natural beauty of North Berkeley. The front building includes a spacious three-bedroom and three full bath primary residence with hardwood floors, generous rooms, and a mix of meaningful architectural details and thoughtful updates throughout. Below it sits a large one-bedroom and one-bath unit with high ceilings and a comfortable layout. The rear building offers two twin studio units in an upper and lower unit configuration, ideal for rental income , extended family, or flexible living. The property sits on a beautifully landscaped lot with layered plantings, Japanese maples, a welcoming front patio wrapped in green vines, and a wide back deck that creates harmonious integration of indoor and outdoor living. Fully vacant and ready for the next owner, this is a rare chance to purchase a multi-unit property in Berkeley with outstanding access to shops, restaurants, UC Berkeley, parks and more! Buyer to investigate.

Property Details for 1521 Josephine Street

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
N. BERKELEY
Building Type
FOURPLEX
Property Sub Type
FOURPLEX
Garage/Parking
Covered Parking, Off-Street Parking, Parking Area
Park Spaces Total
2

Open Houses

Sunday, Dec 14th

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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LISTING UPDATED: 12/10/2025 12:25 AM

Property Details for 1521 Josephine Street

StatusActive
MLS #41118585
Days on Compass11
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL INCOME / Fourplex
Year Built1912
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,400 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Red Oak Realty, Demetrius Chapin-Rienzo, DRE #01906759; Red Oak Realty, Gillian Leslie, DRE #01741458
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Building Information for 1521 Josephine Street

Stories-Residences4Year Built1912Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,400 SF

Payment Calculator

$9,900 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,870

Property Taxes

$1,030

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1521 Josephine Street

Features
Feature Details
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
  • Laundry: Washer, Dryer
Utility Details
  • Cooling: No Air Conditioning
  • Heating: Fireplace(s), Wall Furnace
  • Water/Sewer: PublicSewer, Water District
Lot / Property Details
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas Meter, Smoke Detector(s), Washer
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Exterior: Wood Shingles
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Level
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 5400
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5400.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles, Other, Polyurethane Foam
  • Sq Ft Apx: 3434
  • Yard Description: Back Porch, Back Yard, Deck(s), Fenced, Front Yard, Full Fence, Garden, Garden/Play, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance, Side Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Storage Area, Yard Space
  • Year Built: 1912
  • Acres: 0.12
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Vine or Cedar to Josephine
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 59-2271-29
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Multi Family Information
General Details
  • Units Total: 4
  • Basement: None
  • Miscellaneous Features: Extra Storage, Garden
  • Parking Description: Covered Parking, Off Street Parking, Parking Area
  • Separate Meters: Electric, Gas
  • Existing Lease Terms: Building Vacant
  • Tenant Pays: Electric, Gas
  • Financial Data Source: Owner
Unit 1 Details
  • Unit #/Address - 1: 1521A
  • Occupied By 1: Vacant
  • Dining Room 1: Yes
  • Air Cond 1: No
  • Fireplace 1: Yes
  • Refrigerator 1: Yes
  • Range/Oven 1: Yes
  • Bedrooms 1: 3
  • Bathrooms 1: 3
  • Parking Spaces 1: 1
  • Apx Sq Ft 1: 1500
Unit 2 Details
  • Unit #/Address - 2: 1521C
  • Occupied By 2: Vacant
  • Dining Room 2: No
  • Air Cond 2: No
  • Fireplace 2: No
  • Refrigerator 2: Yes
  • Range/Oven 2: Yes
  • Bedrooms 2: 1
  • Bathrooms 2: 1
  • Parking Spaces 2: 0
  • Apx Sq Ft 2: 800
Unit 3 Details
  • Unit #/Address - 3: 1523A
  • Occupied By 3: Vacant
  • Dining Room 3: No
  • Air Cond 3: No
  • Fireplace 3: No
  • Refrigerator 3: Yes
  • Range/Oven 3: Yes
  • Bedrooms 3: 0
  • Bathrooms 3: 1
  • Parking Spaces 3: 0
  • Apx Sq Ft 3: 420
Unit 4 Details
  • Unit #/Address - 4: 1523B
  • Occupied By 4: Vacant
  • Dining Room 4: No
  • Air Cond 4: No
  • Fireplace 4: No
  • Refrigerator 4: No
  • Range/Oven 4: Yes
  • Bedrooms 4: 0
  • Bathrooms 4: 1
  • Parking Spaces 4: 0
  • Apx Sq Ft 4: 420
Multi Family 5+ Information
Building Details
  • ADDTL MISC FEATURES: Extra Storage, Garden
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: No

Property History for 1521 Josephine Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41118589

$1,795,000—
Dec 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41118585

$1,795,000—
Dec 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41118589

$1,795,000—
Dec 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41118585

$1,795,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/03/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41118589

$1,795,000
12/03/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41118585

$1,795,000
12/03/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41118589

$1,795,000
12/03/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41118585

$1,795,000

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Public Records for 1521 Josephine Street

Taxable ValueLand$81,247Additions$275,945Total$357,192
Tax Record2025$12,355 ($1,030 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt3,434 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,434 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,400 SqFtStyleQuadraplexYear Built1912CountyALAMEDAAPN59-2271-29

Schools near 1521 Josephine Street

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

Washington Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Cragmont Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
PublicK to 5

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More information about 1521 Josephine Street, Berkeley, CA 94703

1521 Josephine Street is a multi-family home for sale in Berkeley, CA 94703. This property was listed for sale on December 3, 2025 by Red Oak Realty, it's currently listed at $1,795,000. This listing's school district is Berkeley Unified School District. Nearby schools include Oxford Elementary School, Washington Elementary School and Cragmont Elementary School. 1521 Josephine Street is a 4-bed, 0-bath, 3,434 sqft multi-family home built in 1912.

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Listing Courtesy of Red Oak Realty, Demetrius Chapin-Rienzo, DRE #01906759; Red Oak Realty, Gillian Leslie, DRE #01741458

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