2420 Hillside Ave

Berkeley, CA 94704

$1,650,000
Price
2
Beds
1,854 Sq. Ft.
$890 / Sq. Ft.
1,854
Sq. Ft.
$890
per Sq. Ft.
Open: 12/6 12:00PM - 04:00PM
Open: 12/6 12:00PM - 04:00PM

Description

North-facing and newly upgraded, 2420 Hillside Ave is one of Berkeley’s rare finds—where charm, flexibility, and location collide. With over $90,000 in renovations and brand-new roofs on both the main home and detached 2-car garage, this 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,854 sq ft residence on a 5,573 sq ft lot blends modern comfort with timeless appeal. The property is currently used as a single-family home but is classified as a duplex on tax records, allowing it to be reconverted for multi-unit living. The detached...North-facing and newly upgraded, 2420 Hillside Ave is one of Berkeley’s rare finds—where charm, flexibility, and location collide. With over $90,000 in renovations and brand-new roofs on both the main home and detached 2-car garage, this 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,854 sq ft residence on a 5,573 sq ft lot blends modern comfort with timeless appeal. The property is currently used as a single-family home but is classified as a duplex on tax records, allowing it to be reconverted for multi-unit living. The detached garage with workshop below offers ideal ADU potential, creating a path for up to 3 units. Inside, you’ll find premium waterproof flooring, recessed lighting, new paint, baseboards, and fixtures throughout. The main level features a bright open floor plan, a remodeled kitchen with quartzite waterfall counters, and a dining deck overlooking the creek. The upstairs bath includes new plumbing, electrical, and a seamless walk-in shower. Downstairs offers the primary bedroom, full bath, office, bonus room with Tonal gym, and a separate laundry room with sink and storage. Minutes from UC Berkeley, Greek Row, Gourmet Ghetto, and downtown, this turnkey property delivers lifestyle, investment, and location in one exceptional package.
  1. Listed by Jorge Martinez • DRE #02133848 • EXP Realty of California, Inc
  2. Listed by Patric Ren Ignao • DRE #02217286 • eXp Realty of California, Inc

Property Details for 2420 Hillside Avenue

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
SOUTH CAMPUS
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Mid Century Modern
Garage Spaces
2
Garage/Parking
Detached, Side Yard Access, On Street, Garage Door Opener
Total # Parking Spaces
2

Open Houses

Saturday, Dec 6th

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Public

Sunday, Dec 7th

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Public

LISTING UPDATED: 12/05/2025 04:44 PM

Property Details for 2420 Hillside Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #41115691
Days on Compass45
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached
Year Built1941
Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,573 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of EXP Realty of California, Inc, Jorge Martinez, DRE #02133848; eXp Realty of California, Inc, Patric Ren Ignao, DRE #02217286
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Building Information for 2420 Hillside Avenue

Stories2Year Built1941Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,573 SF

Payment Calculator

$10,435 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,153

Property Taxes

$2,282

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2420 Hillside Avenue

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Living Room
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer, In Unit, Cabinets, Sink
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 7
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus / Hobby Room, Den / Study / Office, Storage, Workshop, Laundry Room
  • Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Oven Built-in, Pantry, Refrigerator, Self-Cleaning Oven, Updated Kitchen, Wet Bar
  • Bedrooms Count: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2.0
  • Room Additional: BonusRoom, Den, Dining Area, Family Room, Office, Storage, Study, Workshop, Kitchen, Laundry, LivingRoom, Attic
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone, Gas, Radiant, Fireplace(s)
  • Water/Sewer: PublicSewer
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Carbon Mon Detector, Smoke Detector(s)
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Double Pane Windows, Stucco, Wood Siding, Window Screens, Balcony
  • Level - Lower: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Laundry Facility, Other
  • Lot Description: Irregular Lot, Back Yard, Private, Stream Seasonal
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 5573
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5573.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 1854
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Street Level: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, No Steps to Entry, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Deck(s), Fenced, Side Yard, Storage, Other
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Acres: 0.13
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Turn off of Prospect St.
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 55-1856-3
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: BAY EAST
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 2420 Hillside Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 23, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #BE41115691

$1,650,000—
Oct 23, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #41115691

$1,650,000—
Oct 23, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41115691

$1,650,000—
Jul 1, 2022

Sold

RESFAR #40998099

$1,809,000—
Jul 1, 2022

Sold

EBRD #40998099

$1,809,000—
Jul 1, 2022

Sold

MLSListings #CC40998099

$1,809,000—
Jun 25, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1493803263

$1,809,000

+10.0% / yr

Jun 23, 2022

Pending

MLSListings #CC40998099

—
Jun 23, 2022

Pending

EBRD #40998099

—
Jun 23, 2022

Pending

RESFAR #40998099

—
Jun 17, 2022

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40998099

$1,295,000—
Jun 17, 2022

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #40998099

$1,295,000—
Jun 17, 2022

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #CC40998099

$1,295,000—
Jul 18, 2014

Sold

EBRD #40656451

$849,000—
Jul 18, 2014

Sold

EBRD #40656469

$849,000—
Jul 18, 2014

Sold

MLSListings #MR40656451

$849,000—
Jul 18, 2014

Sold

MLSListings #MR40656469

$849,000—
Jul 10, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #420465330

$849,000—
Jul 10, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #420465330

$849,000—
Jun 17, 2014

Pending

MLSListings #MR40656451

—
Jun 17, 2014

Pending

MLSListings #MR40656469

—
Jun 17, 2014

Pending

EBRD #40656451

—
Jun 17, 2014

Pending

EBRD #40656469

—
May 7, 2014

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #MR40656451

$899,000—
May 7, 2014

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #MR40656469

$899,000—
May 7, 2014

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40656451

$899,000—
May 7, 2014

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40656469

$899,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/23/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #BE41115691

$1,650,000
10/23/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #41115691

$1,650,000
10/23/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41115691

$1,650,000
07/01/2022

Sold

RESFAR #40998099

$1,809,000
07/01/2022

Sold

EBRD #40998099

$1,809,000
07/01/2022

Sold

MLSListings #CC40998099

$1,809,000
06/25/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1493803263

$1,809,000

+10.0% / yr

06/23/2022

Pending

MLSListings #CC40998099

—
06/23/2022

Pending

EBRD #40998099

—
06/23/2022

Pending

RESFAR #40998099

—
06/17/2022

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40998099

$1,295,000
06/17/2022

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #40998099

$1,295,000
06/17/2022

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #CC40998099

$1,295,000
07/18/2014

Sold

EBRD #40656451

$849,000
07/18/2014

Sold

EBRD #40656469

$849,000
07/18/2014

Sold

MLSListings #MR40656451

$849,000
07/18/2014

Sold

MLSListings #MR40656469

$849,000
07/10/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #420465330

$849,000
07/10/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #420465330

$849,000
06/17/2014

Pending

MLSListings #MR40656451

—
06/17/2014

Pending

MLSListings #MR40656469

—
06/17/2014

Pending

EBRD #40656451

—
06/17/2014

Pending

EBRD #40656469

—
05/07/2014

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #MR40656451

$899,000
05/07/2014

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #MR40656469

$899,000
05/07/2014

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40656451

$899,000
05/07/2014

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40656469

$899,000

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

Public Records for 2420 Hillside Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$564,625Additions$1,317,458Total$1,882,083
Tax Record2025$27,382 ($2,282 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt1,854 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,854 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,573 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1941Year Renovated1946CountyALAMEDAAPN55-1856-3

Schools near 2420 Hillside Avenue

This home is within Berkeley Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
John Muir Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Malcolm X Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Emerson Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Willard Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
John Muir Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Malcolm X Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Emerson Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Willard Middle School
Public6 to 8

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 2420 Hillside Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94704

2420 Hillside Avenue is a single family home for sale in Berkeley, CA 94704. This property was listed for sale on October 23, 2025 by EXP Realty of California, Inc, it's currently listed at $1,650,000. It has been on the market for a total of 45 days and was last sold on July 1, 2022. This listing's school district is Berkeley Unified School District. Nearby schools include John Muir Elementary School, Malcolm X Elementary School and Emerson Elementary School. 2420 Hillside Avenue is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,854 sqft single family home built in 1941.

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Listing Courtesy of EXP Realty of California, Inc, Jorge Martinez, DRE #02133848; eXp Realty of California, Inc, Patric Ren Ignao, DRE #02217286

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