98 Fairlawn Drive

Sold 7/13/26
Sold 7/13/26
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Last Sold Price
$1,220,000
3 beds1,470 sqft$830/sqft
98 Fairlawn Dr, Berkeley, CA 94708

Description

A once-in-a-generation opportunity has arrived in the North Berkeley Hills. Offered for the first time since it was built nearly 90 years ago, this beloved 1936 single-family home has been cherished by one family for its entire life — and now awaits its next fortunate steward. Set on a rare useable lot, the property features a coveted two-car driveway and attached two-car garage — an extraordinary find in the hills — along with a large, gently terraced backyard that invites gardening, entertaining,...A once-in-a-generation opportunity has arrived in the North Berkeley Hills. Offered for the first time since it was built nearly 90 years ago, this beloved 1936 single-family home has been cherished by one family for its entire life — and now awaits its next fortunate steward. Set on a rare useable lot, the property features a coveted two-car driveway and attached two-car garage — an extraordinary find in the hills — along with a large, gently terraced backyard that invites gardening, entertaining, or simply soaking in the surroundings. Step directly onto the adjacent Berkeley Hills walking path and find yourself immersed in nature within seconds of your own back door. The official 1,470 square feet across 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms only tells part of the story. Below the main level, a large bonus third bedroom, a generous laundry room, and an even more expansive workshop (almost 1200 SF) offer space and flexibility that most hillside homes can only dream of — none of it counted in the official square footage. Whether you envision a home studio, hobby space, or room for extended family, the possibilities are exceptional. A low pest report offers buyers added confidence and peace of mind, while sweeping views of the San Francisco Bay serve as a daily reminder—morning and evening—of why so many people fall in love with this neighborhood. Home Energy Score of 5. Bed/ bath count do not match county records Easy access to Tilden Regional Park, UC Berkeley, and the shops and restaurants of North Berkeley make this a rare hillside retreat that stays connected to everything the East Bay has to offer. Homes like this — with this history, this lot, and these features — simply do not come along twice. Buyer to investigate
LISTING CLOSED: 07/13/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Eric Gellerman • DRE #02198966 • Red Oak Realty
  2. Listed by Ann Arriola Plant • DRE #00613099 • Red Oak Realty

Property Details for 98 Fairlawn Drive

Status
Sold
MLS #
41138070
Days on Compass
15
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
RESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built
1936
Lot Size
0.13 AC / 5,555 SF
County
Alameda County
City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
BERKELEY HILLS
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Traditional, None
Garage Spaces
2
Garage/Parking
Covered, Detached, Garage (ParkingFeatures), Off Street, Parking Spaces, Enclosed, Private, Garage Door Opener
Total # Parking Spaces
4
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Red Oak Realty, Eric Gellerman, DRE #02198966; Red Oak Realty, Ann Arriola Plant, DRE #00613099

Sold By The GRUBB Company, Emma Dolgin, DRE #02113494

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Building Information for 98 Fairlawn Drive

Stories2Year Built1936Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,555 SF

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Property Information for 98 Fairlawn Drive

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Decorative, See Remarks
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Wood
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, Laundry Room, Inside Area
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus / Hobby Room, Utility Room, Workshop, Basement - Unfinished
  • Kitchen Features: Double Oven, Electric Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 1.0
  • Room Additional: Basement, BonusRoom, Utility Room, Workshop, Kitchen, Laundry, LivingRoom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Possible Guest
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • ADU Y/N: No
Utility Details
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), No Air Conditioning
  • Heating: Gas, Central
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer, Window Coverings, See Remarks, Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas Meter
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Double Pane Windows, Wood Siding
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Private
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 5555
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5555.0
  • Roof: Cement, See Remarks
  • Sq Ft Apx: 1470
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Street Level: 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Deck(s), Fenced, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Patio, Patio Covered, Terraced Back, Terraced Down, Entry Gate, Fenced Front Yard, Front Porch, Full Fence, Garden, Landscape Back, Landscaped, Low Maintenance, Private, See Remarks
  • Year Built: 1936
  • Acres: 0.13
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Grizzly Peak down Arcade Ave, right on Fairlawn
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 60-2485-9
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 98 Fairlawn Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 13, 2026

Sold

MLSListings #EB41138070

$1,220,000—
Jul 13, 2026

Sold

EBRD #41138070

$1,220,000—
Jun 26, 2026

Pending

MLSListings #EB41138070

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/13/2026

Sold

MLSListings #EB41138070

$1,220,000
07/13/2026

Sold

EBRD #41138070

$1,220,000
06/26/2026

Pending

MLSListings #EB41138070

—

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

Public Records for 98 Fairlawn Drive

Taxable ValueLand$63,501Additions$39,473Total$102,974
Tax Record2025$6,941 ($578 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,470 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,470 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,555 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1936Year Renovated1936CountyALAMEDAAPN60-2485-9

Schools near 98 Fairlawn Drive

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

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
PublicK to 5

Washington Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Oxford Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 98 Fairlawn Drive, Berkeley, CA 94708
$1,220,000
3
1,470
5,555
94 Fairlawn Drive, Berkeley, CA 94708
$893,000
3
876
6,105
100 Fairlawn Drive, Berkeley, CA 94708
$1,850,000
3
2,371
5,275
96 Fairlawn Drive, Berkeley, CA 94708
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3
2
1,502
12,204
30 Arcade Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94708
$900,000
4
2,337
5,026
30 Arcade, Berkeley, CA 94708
$900,000
4
2,337
5,026

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