2926 Ellis St

Berkeley, CA 94703

$1,000,000
Price
3
Beds
1,438 Sq. Ft.
$695 / Sq. Ft.
1,438
Sq. Ft.
$695
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Set on a quiet, tree-lined street in one of South Berkeley’s most convenient pockets, this classic Craftsman bungalow is ready for new vision. Full of character, natural light, and original period charm, the home offers the ideal canvas for someone looking to restore, reimagine, or create their own Berkeley retreat. Outside, a nice-sized backyard provides room to garden, entertain, or expand your outdoor living space—hard to find in this location and full of potential for anyone who wants to design...Set on a quiet, tree-lined street in one of South Berkeley’s most convenient pockets, this classic Craftsman bungalow is ready for new vision. Full of character, natural light, and original period charm, the home offers the ideal canvas for someone looking to restore, reimagine, or create their own Berkeley retreat. Outside, a nice-sized backyard provides room to garden, entertain, or expand your outdoor living space—hard to find in this location and full of potential for anyone who wants to design their own oasis. Mature greenery in the front and rear gives the property a natural sense of privacy and charm. The neighborhood is known for its warm community feel and unbeatable access—just minutes to Berkeley Bowl, Ashby BART, cafés, parks, and the vibrant energy that defines Berkeley living. With its authentic Craftsman architecture, great lot, and tremendous upside, 2926 Ellis St is a rare opportunity for buyers, builders, or anyone who loves the beauty of an older home and wants to bring it back to life. A true Berkeley original—ready for your touch.
  1. Listed by Eric Wanene • DRE #01802189 • Safi Realty

Property Details for 2926 Ellis Street

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
LORIN DISTRICT
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Craftsman
Garage Spaces
0
Garage/Parking
Parking Area
LISTING UPDATED: 11/19/2025 12:22 AM

Property Details for 2926 Ellis Street

StatusActive
MLS #41117287
Days on Compass33
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached
Year Built1907
Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,560 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Safi Realty, Eric Wanene, DRE #01802189
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Building Information for 2926 Ellis Street

Stories1Year Built1907Building Size-Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,560 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,365 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,941

Property Taxes

$424

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2926 Ellis Street

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • FIREPLACES: None
  • Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
  • Garage: No
  • Laundry: Hookups Only
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 7
  • Additional Rooms: Basement - Unfinished
  • Kitchen Features: None
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 1.0
  • Room Additional: Basement
Utility Details
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Other
  • Water/Sewer: Public Water
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: None
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Wood Shingles
  • Lot Description: RectangularLot
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 4560
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4560.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 1438
  • Stories: One Story
  • Street Level: 3 Bedrooms
  • Yard Description: Back Yard
  • Year Built: 1907
  • Acres: 0.1
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Ashby Ave N to Ellis St
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 53-1604-13
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: CONTRA COSTA
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: No

Property History for 2926 Ellis Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 12, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #CC41117287

$1,000,000—
Nov 12, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #41117287

$1,000,000—
Nov 12, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41117287

$1,000,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/12/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #CC41117287

$1,000,000
11/12/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #41117287

$1,000,000
11/12/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41117287

$1,000,000

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

Public Records for 2926 Ellis Street

Taxable ValueLand$29,666Additions$20,349Total$50,015
Tax Record2025$5,086 ($424 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,438 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,438 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,560 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1907Year Renovated1912CountyALAMEDAAPN53-1604-13

Schools near 2926 Ellis Street

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

John Muir Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Malcolm X 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 2926 Ellis Street, Berkeley, CA 94703

2926 Ellis Street is a single family home for sale in Berkeley, CA 94703. This property was listed for sale on November 12, 2025 by Safi Realty, it's currently listed at $1,000,000. This listing's school district is Berkeley Unified School District. Nearby schools include Emerson Elementary School, John Muir Elementary School and Malcolm X Elementary School. 2926 Ellis Street is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,438 sqft single family home built in 1907.

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Listing Courtesy of Safi Realty, Eric Wanene, DRE #01802189

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