479 Kentucky Ave

$1,495,000
Price
3
Beds
1,784 Sq. Ft.
$838 / Sq. Ft.
1,784
Sq. Ft.
$838
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Beautifully updated, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath Cragmont home offers 1,784 sq ft of refined living and stunning Bay views. From the front porch, enjoy sweeping vistas of the Golden Gate Bridge, Angel Island, and the San Francisco skyline. Inside, natural light fills the living room with its classic fireplace and new floors. The open kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a gas range, bar seating, a breakfast nook, and a dining area—all oriented toward the iconic views. Two main-level bedrooms include...Beautifully updated, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath Cragmont home offers 1,784 sq ft of refined living and stunning Bay views. From the front porch, enjoy sweeping vistas of the Golden Gate Bridge, Angel Island, and the San Francisco skyline. Inside, natural light fills the living room with its classic fireplace and new floors. The open kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a gas range, bar seating, a breakfast nook, and a dining area—all oriented toward the iconic views. Two main-level bedrooms include one with Golden Gate views and dual closets, plus a serene garden-facing room. The refreshed hall bath adds modern style. Upstairs, the primary suite provides a peaceful retreat with skyline views, a walk-in closet, and an updated en suite bath. Just steps above, a bonus room captures unmatched bridge views—perfect for an office or guest area. The terraced backyard offers multiple outdoor spaces, complemented by a tandem garage, off-street parking, and a landscaped front yard. A rare find, this home delivers exceptional Bay panoramas in one of Berkeley’s most sought-after neighborhoods.

Property Details for 479 Kentucky Avenue

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
NORTH BERKELEY
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Contemporary
Garage Spaces
1
Garage/Parking
Below Building Parking

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LISTING UPDATED: 12/10/2025 05:51 AM

Property Details for 479 Kentucky Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #41118334
Days on Compass17
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached
Year Built1927
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,253 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of KW Advisors East Bay, Asila Sayedi, DRE #02195030; KW Advisors East Bay, Nathan Jines, DRE #02044913
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Building Information for 479 Kentucky Avenue

Stories-Year Built1927Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,253 SF

Payment Calculator

$8,776 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,387

Property Taxes

$1,389

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 479 Kentucky Avenue

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Living Room
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Hookups Only, Upper Level
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 7
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office
  • Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2.0
  • Room Additional: Dining Area, Office
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Utility Details
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Electric, Gas, Central, Fireplace(s)
  • Water/Sewer: PublicSewer, Public Water
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Smoke Detector(s)
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Brick, Concrete (Skirt), Stucco, Siding - Stucco, Wood Frame
  • Level - Upper: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths
  • Lot Description: Sloped Down
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 5253
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5253.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 1784
  • Stories: Three or More Stories
  • Street Level: Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Terraced Down
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Acres: 0.12
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Spruce to Michigan to Kentucky
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 62-2945-26
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: BAY EAST
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 479 Kentucky Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #41118334

$1,495,000
Nov 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #BE41118334

$1,495,000
Nov 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41118334

$1,495,000
Nov 10, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

EBRD #41116107

Nov 10, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

MLSListings #EB41116107

$1,750,000
Oct 29, 2025

Withdrawn

MLSListings #BE41110889

$1,499,000
Oct 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41116107

$1,750,000
Oct 29, 2025

Withdrawn

EBRD #41110889

Oct 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41116107

$1,750,000
Oct 28, 2025

Withdrawn

CRMLS #41110889

$1,499,000
Sep 9, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41110889

$1,499,000
Sep 9, 2025

Withdrawn

MLSListings #EB41104558

$1,295,000
Sep 9, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #41110889

$1,499,000
Sep 9, 2025

Withdrawn

EBRD #41104558

Sep 9, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #BE41110889

$1,499,000
Jul 11, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41104558

$1,295,000
Jul 11, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41104558

$1,295,000
May 31, 2024

Sold

CRMLS #41056546

$970,000
May 31, 2024

Sold

MLSListings #BE41056546

$970,000
May 31, 2024

Sold

EBRD #41056546

$970,000
May 8, 2024

Pending

MLSListings #BE41056546

May 8, 2024

Pending

EBRD #41056546

May 7, 2024

Pending

CRMLS #41056546

Apr 18, 2024

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41056546

$899,000
Apr 18, 2024

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #41056546

$899,000
Apr 18, 2024

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #BE41056546

$899,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/28/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #41118334

$1,495,000
11/28/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #BE41118334

$1,495,000
11/28/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41118334

$1,495,000
11/10/2025

Temporarily Off Market

EBRD #41116107

11/10/2025

Temporarily Off Market

MLSListings #EB41116107

$1,750,000
10/29/2025

Withdrawn

MLSListings #BE41110889

$1,499,000
10/29/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41116107

$1,750,000
10/29/2025

Withdrawn

EBRD #41110889

10/29/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41116107

$1,750,000
10/28/2025

Withdrawn

CRMLS #41110889

$1,499,000
09/09/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41110889

$1,499,000
09/09/2025

Withdrawn

MLSListings #EB41104558

$1,295,000
09/09/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #41110889

$1,499,000
09/09/2025

Withdrawn

EBRD #41104558

09/09/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #BE41110889

$1,499,000
07/11/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41104558

$1,295,000
07/11/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41104558

$1,295,000
05/31/2024

Sold

CRMLS #41056546

$970,000
05/31/2024

Sold

MLSListings #BE41056546

$970,000
05/31/2024

Sold

EBRD #41056546

$970,000
05/08/2024

Pending

MLSListings #BE41056546

05/08/2024

Pending

EBRD #41056546

05/07/2024

Pending

CRMLS #41056546

04/18/2024

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41056546

$899,000
04/18/2024

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #41056546

$899,000
04/18/2024

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #BE41056546

$899,000

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

Public Records for 479 Kentucky Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$296,820Additions$692,580Total$989,400
Tax Record2025$16,669 ($1,389 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,784 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,784 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,253 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1927CountyALAMEDAAPN62-2945-26

Schools near 479 Kentucky Avenue

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

Ruth Acty Elementary
PublicK to 5

Thousand Oaks Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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479 Kentucky Avenue is a single family home for sale in Berkeley, CA 94707. This property was listed for sale on November 28, 2025 by KW Advisors East Bay, it's currently listed at $1,495,000. It has been on the market for a total of 17 days and was last sold on May 31, 2024. This listing's school district is Berkeley Unified School District. Nearby schools include Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School, Ruth Acty Elementary and Rosa Parks Environmental Science Magnet School. 479 Kentucky Avenue is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,784 sqft single family home built in 1927.

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Listing Courtesy of KW Advisors East Bay, Asila Sayedi, DRE #02195030; KW Advisors East Bay, Nathan Jines, DRE #02044913

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