5 Virginia Gdns

2,498 Sq. Ft.
$865 / Sq. Ft.
2,498
Sq. Ft.
$865
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This stunning North Berkeley home was taken down to the studs, expanded, and fully remodeled in 2006, offering 2,498± sq ft of light-filled space with 4+ bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. Ideally located on a quiet cul-de-sac just blocks from North Berkeley BART, it sits near Crystal Red and Cedar Rose Parks, backs to the West St. Path and Ohlone Greenway, and is close to shops, restaurants, and transit. The main level features a formal entry, vaulted ceilings in the living room, a custom tile fireplace,...This stunning North Berkeley home was taken down to the studs, expanded, and fully remodeled in 2006, offering 2,498± sq ft of light-filled space with 4+ bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. Ideally located on a quiet cul-de-sac just blocks from North Berkeley BART, it sits near Crystal Red and Cedar Rose Parks, backs to the West St. Path and Ohlone Greenway, and is close to shops, restaurants, and transit. The main level features a formal entry, vaulted ceilings in the living room, a custom tile fireplace, and an expansive chef’s kitchen with a center island, second sink, 48” Viking range, commercial fridge, cherry cabinetry, granite counters, and stainless appliances, all opening to the dining area and a rear deck with spa. A bedroom, half bath, and handicap-accessible ramp complete this level. Upstairs includes two bedrooms and a remodeled bath, while the top floor hosts a private primary suite with dual closets, custom tile bath, and French doors to a lovely balcony. The lower level offers a plus room, large flex space, remodeled bath, laundry, and rear entry. Additional highlights include a detached office/studio with electricity, landscaped yard with lawn, dual-pane windows, wide plank wood floors, 2-car parking pad, and updated systems, drainage, and foundation.
  1. Listed by Kevin Tannahill • DRE #01194662 • The Agency
  2. Listed by Kyle Tannahill • DRE #02014309 • The Agency

Property Details for 5 Virginia Gardens

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
NORTH BERKELEY
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Custom
Garage Spaces
0
Garage/Parking
Off Street
Total # Parking Spaces
2
LISTING UPDATED: 11/18/2025 02:00 AM

Property Details for 5 Virginia Gardens

StatusSold
MLS #41115376
Days on Compass14
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1939
Lot Size0.09 AC / 4,000 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of The Agency, Kevin Tannahill, DRE #01194662; The Agency, Kyle Tannahill, DRE #02014309

Sold By Red Oak Realty, Simon Black, DRE #01953847

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Building Information for 5 Virginia Gardens

Stories-Year Built1939Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 4,000 SF

Payment Calculator

$11,382 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$10,527

Property Taxes

$855

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5 Virginia Gardens

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Living Room
  • Flooring: Carpet, Engineered Wood, Hardwood, Tile
  • Garage: No
  • Laundry: Laundry Room
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
  • Disability Features: Accessible Approach/Ramp
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus / Hobby Room, Basement - Partial, Laundry Room
  • Kitchen Features: Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Range/Oven Free Standing, Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 4
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 3.0
  • Room Additional: BonusRoom, Studio
  • BATH NON-PRMY INCLUDE: Stall Shower, Tile, Tub, Updated Baths
  • BATH-PRIMARY INCLUDES: Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Baths
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • ADU Y/N: No
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone
  • Water/Sewer: PublicSewer, Public Water, Water District
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Gas Water Heater, Carbon Mon Detector, Double Strapped Water Htr, Smoke Detector(s)
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Stucco
  • Foundation: Concrete, Crawl Space, Partial, Slab
  • Level - Lower: 1 Bath, Laundry Facility, Other
  • Level - Upper: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath
  • Lot Description: Cul-De-Sac, Level, RectangularLot
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 4000
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4000.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 2498
  • Stories: Tri-Level
  • Street Level: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Deck(s), Fenced, Garden/Play, Sprinklers In Rear, Wood Fencing
  • Year Built: 1939
  • Acres: 0.09
Location Details
  • Elementary School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150
  • Directions to Property: Delaware to Acton to Virginia to Virginia Grdns
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 58-2139-28
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Elementary School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150
  • High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Property History for 5 Virginia Gardens

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 14, 2025

Sold

EBRD #41115376

$2,160,000
Nov 14, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #EB41115376

$2,160,000
Nov 6, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1921815058

$2,160,000
Nov 4, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #EB41115376

Nov 4, 2025

Pending

EBRD #41115376

Oct 21, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41115376

$1,495,000
Oct 21, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41115376

$1,495,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/14/2025

Sold

EBRD #41115376

$2,160,000
11/14/2025

Sold

MLSListings #EB41115376

$2,160,000
11/06/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1921815058

$2,160,000
11/04/2025

Pending

MLSListings #EB41115376

11/04/2025

Pending

EBRD #41115376

10/21/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41115376

$1,495,000
10/21/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41115376

$1,495,000

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

Public Records for 5 Virginia Gardens

Taxable ValueLand$98,381Additions$325,578Total$423,959
Tax Record2025$10,256 ($855 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,671 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,671 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1939Year Renovated1951CountyALAMEDAAPN58-2139-28

Schools near 5 Virginia Gardens

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

Thousand Oaks Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Ruth Acty Elementary
PublicK to 5

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Listing Courtesy of The Agency, Kevin Tannahill, DRE #01194662; The Agency, Kyle Tannahill, DRE #02014309

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