1718 Bancroft Way

Berkeley, CA 94703

$1,350,000
Price
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Beds
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Baths
5,813 Sq. Ft.
$232 / Sq. Ft.
5,813
Sq. Ft.
$232
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Discover this unique mixed-use property located in the heart of Berkeley and its great income and use potential. This building offers a combination of residential and commercial spaces, featuring three VACANT residential income units on the second level and three commercial/retail spaces at street level. The vacant residential units are two 1-bedroom units and one 2-bedroom with a notable feature: a spacious second-level loft accessible by an interior staircase in the unit. The size and presence...Discover this unique mixed-use property located in the heart of Berkeley and its great income and use potential. This building offers a combination of residential and commercial spaces, featuring three VACANT residential income units on the second level and three commercial/retail spaces at street level. The vacant residential units are two 1-bedroom units and one 2-bedroom with a notable feature: a spacious second-level loft accessible by an interior staircase in the unit. The size and presence of this loft allow the unit to function more like a 2-bedroom unit, potentially attracting higher rental income. It is move-in ready with fresh interior paint, new carpeting and refinished wood floors. Directly below this unit are vacant commercial spaces, offering a degree of convenience for those considering a build-out of the commercial units. The vacant commercial spaces have storefront facades, high ceilings, and natural light a shared bathroom and kitchenette. The third commercial unit is occupied by a long-term business (since 1990). The building showcases the character, charm, and quality craftsmanship typical of the early 1900s and is just blocks from downtown Berkeley.

Property Details for 1718 Bancroft Way

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
CENTRAL BERKELEY
Building Type
5 or More Units
Property Sub Type
5 or More Units
Garage/Parking
Parking Area
Total # Parking Spaces
1
LISTING UPDATED: 04/24/2026 01:11 PM

Property Details for 1718 Bancroft Way

StatusActive
MLS #41129568
Days on Compass21
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeMulti Family
MLS Type5+ Units / Five or More Units
Year Built-
Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,494 SF
CountyAlameda County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Red Oak Realty, Elic Suazo, DRE #01751791
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Building Information for 1718 Bancroft Way

Stories-Residences6Year Built-Building Size-Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,494 SF

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$6,798

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$2,322

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Property Information for 1718 Bancroft Way

Features
Feature Details
  • Flooring: Linoleum, Carpet, Wood
  • Laundry: Common Area
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Gas
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA Amenities: None
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Carbon Mon Detector, Smoke Detector(s), Individual Gas Meter
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Exterior: Stucco
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 4494
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4494.0
  • Roof: Composition
  • Sq Ft Apx: 5813
  • Year Built: 0
Location Details
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Census Tract: 4230
  • Parcel Number: 55-1908-5
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Multi Family Information
General Details
  • Units Total: 6
  • Basement: None
  • Separate Meters: Gas
  • Tenant Pays: Electric, Gas
  • Financial Data Source: Owner
Income / Expense Details
  • Operating Expenses: Insurance, Janitorial, Maintenance/Repair, Property Tax/Assessments, Trash Removal, Utilities, Water
Multi Family 5+ Information
Unit 1
  • Unit 1 # Units This Type?: Apt A
  • Unit # 1 Occupied By: Vacant
  • Unit # 1 Refrigerator: Yes
  • Unit # 1 Range Oven: Yes
  • Unit # 1 # of Bedrooms: 2
  • Unit # 1 # of Bathrooms: 1
  • Unit # 1 Parking Spaces: 0
  • Unit # 1 Approx SqFt: 1220
Unit 2
  • Unit 2 # Units This Type?: Apt B
  • Unit # 2 Occupied By: Vacant
  • Unit # 2 Refrigerator: Yes
  • Unit # 2 Range Oven: Yes
  • Unit # 2 # of Bedrooms: 1
  • Unit # 2 # of Bathrooms: 1
  • Unit # 2 Approx SqFt: 510
Unit 3
  • Unit 3 # Units This Type?: Apt 1718
  • Unit # 3 Occupied By: Vacant
  • Unit # 3 Fireplace: No
  • Unit # 3 Refrigerator: Yes
  • Unit # 3 Range Oven: Yes
  • Unit # 3 # of Bedrooms: 1
  • Unit # 3 # of Bathrooms: 1
  • Unit # 3 Approx SqFt: 861
Unit 4
  • Unit 4 # Units This Type?: 2300-2302
  • Unit # 4 Occupied By: Vacant
  • Unit # 4 # of Bathrooms: 1
  • Unit # 4 Approx SqFt: 1505
  • Unit # 4 Rent: Vacant
Unit 5
  • Unit 5 # Units This Type?: Unit 1720
  • Unit # 5 Occupied By: Tenant
  • Unit # 5 # of Bathrooms: .5
  • Unit # 5 Parking Spaces: 1
  • Unit # 5 Approx SqFt: 1135
Building Details
  • Additional Features-Misc: None
  • Apx Lot Acres: 0
  • On Site Parking Description: Parking Area
Other Financial Information
  • Existing Loan: None
  • Ocpnt Req 24 Hr: No
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: No

Property History for 1718 Bancroft Way

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 3, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41129568

$1,350,000—
Apr 3, 2026

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41129568

$1,350,000—
Apr 1, 2026

Temporarily Off Market

EBRD #41129041

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/03/2026

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41129568

$1,350,000
04/03/2026

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41129568

$1,350,000
04/01/2026

Temporarily Off Market

EBRD #41129041

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

Public Records for 1718 Bancroft Way

Taxable ValueLand$156,022Additions$502,738Total$658,760
Tax Record2025$27,870 ($2,322 / month)
Home Facts
Lot Size4,494 SqFtStyleOffice BuildingCountyALAMEDAAPN55-1908-5

Schools near 1718 Bancroft Way

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

Malcolm X Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
PublicK to 5

Cragmont Elementary School
PublicK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 1718 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94703

1718 Bancroft Way is a multi-family home for sale in Berkeley, CA 94703. This property was listed for sale on April 3, 2026 by Red Oak Realty, it's currently listed at $1,350,000. This listing's school district is Berkeley Unified School District. Nearby schools include Oxford Elementary School, Malcolm X Elementary School and Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School. 1718 Bancroft Way is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 5,813 sqft multi-family home.

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Listing Courtesy of Red Oak Realty, Elic Suazo, DRE #01751791

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