858 Neilson St

879 Sq. Ft.
$1,088 / Sq. Ft.
879
Sq. Ft.
$1,088
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Charming Berkeley bungalow in an unbeatable location just moments from Solano Avenue. This sweet home features beautiful hardwood floors, great natural flow, and a warm, welcoming feel throughout. The living and dining areas blend seamlessly, creating an open and comfortable space for everyday living and entertaining. Two well-positioned bedrooms are connected by a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, offering both functionality and character. The kitchen has a classic Wedgewood stove and an adjoining laundry...Charming Berkeley bungalow in an unbeatable location just moments from Solano Avenue. This sweet home features beautiful hardwood floors, great natural flow, and a warm, welcoming feel throughout. The living and dining areas blend seamlessly, creating an open and comfortable space for everyday living and entertaining. Two well-positioned bedrooms are connected by a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, offering both functionality and character. The kitchen has a classic Wedgewood stove and an adjoining laundry room, along with an adjacent bonus office space ideal for working from home or creative use. Step outside to a lovely back deck overlooking a cozy backyard with a brick patio, perfect for relaxing or hosting. The detached rear cottage (an extra 259 sq ft) adds flexibility with French doors opening to the yard, plus a sink and toilet, making it a great space for guests, a studio, or additional workspace. With its cheerful personality and abundance of sunshine throughout, this home's availability is a special opportunity in a highly sought-after neighborhood. BESO score: 7
  1. Listed by Romney O'Connell • DRE #01468613 • Berkeley Hills Realty
  2. Listed by Soren O'Connell • DRE #02132262 • Berkeley Hills Realty

Property Details for 858 Neilson Street

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
NORTH BERKELEY
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Bungalow
Garage Spaces
0
Garage/Parking
Off Street, Tandem
Total # Parking Spaces
3
LISTING CLOSED: 05/22/2026 12:00 AM

Property Details for 858 Neilson Street

StatusSold
MLS #41132242
Days on Compass13
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1924
Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,500 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Berkeley Hills Realty, Romney O'Connell, DRE #01468613; Berkeley Hills Realty, Soren O'Connell, DRE #02132262

Sold By Red Oak Realty, Rachel Sheftel, DRE #02133108

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Building Information for 858 Neilson Street

Stories1Year Built1924Building Size-Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,500 SF

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Property Information for 858 Neilson Street

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Living Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, None
  • Garage: No
  • Laundry: Hookups Only, Laundry Room
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 5
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office, Basement - Partial, Laundry Room
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Gas Range/Cooktop, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms Count: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 1.0
  • Room Additional: Office
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • ADU Y/N: No
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Central Gravity
  • 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: Siding - Stucco
  • Foundation: Partial, Slab, Concrete Perimeter, Earthquake Braced
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 3500
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 3500.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 879
  • Stories: One Story
  • Street Level: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Laundry Facility, Other, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Fenced, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Patio, Sprinklers In Rear, Shed(s), Low Maintenance, Private, Wood Fencing
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Acres: 0.08
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Solano, north on Neilson.
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 62-2848-10
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 858 Neilson Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 22, 2026

Sold

EBRD #41132242

$956,000
May 22, 2026

Sold

MLSListings #EB41132242

$956,000
May 18, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1943226891

$653,167
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/22/2026

Sold

EBRD #41132242

$956,000
05/22/2026

Sold

MLSListings #EB41132242

$956,000
05/18/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1943226891

$653,167

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Public Records for 858 Neilson Street

Taxable ValueLand$168,083Additions$392,194Total$560,277
Tax Record2025$9,044 ($754 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt792 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt792 SqFtStories1Lot Size3,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1924Year Renovated1928CountyALAMEDAAPN62-2848-10

Schools near 858 Neilson Street

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
Ruth Acty Elementary
PublicK to 5

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
PublicK to 5

Thousand Oaks Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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Listing Courtesy of Berkeley Hills Realty, Romney O'Connell, DRE #01468613; Berkeley Hills Realty, Soren O'Connell, DRE #02132262

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