1216 Bancroft Way

1,247 Sq. Ft.
$1,403 / Sq. Ft.
1,247
Sq. Ft.
$1,403
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This architect designed, single-level, Poet's Corner home blends modern elegance with tranquility. The residence exudes understated luxury with vaulted ceilings, an open-concept floorplan, and designer finishes. The beautifully appointed chef’s kitchen has custom white oak veneer cabinetry, striking quartzite countertops, premium appliances, and abundant skylights. Warm wood tones complement a curated palette of wall colors, creating a refined yet inviting ambiance. Designed for California’s quintessential...This architect designed, single-level, Poet's Corner home blends modern elegance with tranquility. The residence exudes understated luxury with vaulted ceilings, an open-concept floorplan, and designer finishes. The beautifully appointed chef’s kitchen has custom white oak veneer cabinetry, striking quartzite countertops, premium appliances, and abundant skylights. Warm wood tones complement a curated palette of wall colors, creating a refined yet inviting ambiance. Designed for California’s quintessential indoor-outdoor living, the home opens effortlessly to a lush and blooming rear garden. The landscape architect–designed garden is a true urban sanctuary. Mature trees and vibrant flowering beds frame intimate spaces for relaxation & entertaining. Dappled sunlight filters through the canopy, while thoughtfully placed seating areas invite quiet reflection or lively gatherings. This immersive retreat offers serenity, beauty, and function. Completing the property is a sleek, architect-designed 1-bedroom / 1-bath ADU w/polished concrete floors, radiant heating, custom cabinetry, and expansive doors that open directly to the verdant garden. Mins to shops, restaurants, UCB, Berkeley Schools & public transportation (inc. the Transbay bus to SF) & BART.
  1. Listed by Karthiga Satkunanandan • DRE #01394142 • The Grubb Co. Inc.

Property Details for 1216 Bancroft Way

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
POETS CORNER
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Bungalow
Garage Spaces
0
Garage/Parking
Off Street
LISTING UPDATED: 05/29/2025 03:00 AM

Property Details for 1216 Bancroft Way

StatusSold
MLS #41096436
Days on Compass13
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1942
Lot Size0.09 AC / 4,000 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of The Grubb Co. Inc., Karthiga Satkunanandan, DRE #01394142

Sold By Red Oak Realty, Grace Bishop, DRE #01245471

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Building Information for 1216 Bancroft Way

Stories1Year Built1942Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 4,000 SF

Payment Calculator

$9,430 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,529

Property Taxes

$901

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1216 Bancroft Way

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • FIREPLACES: None
  • Flooring: Concrete Slab, Wood
  • Garage: No
  • Laundry: Laundry Room, Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 7
  • Additional Rooms: Storage
  • Kitchen Features: Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Skylight(s), Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2.0
  • Room Additional: Storage
  • BATH NON-PRMY INCLUDE: Shower Over Tub
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • ADU Y/N: Yes
  • ADU Kitchen: Yes
  • ADU Occupied: No
  • ADU Bedrooms: 1
  • ADU Baths Full: 1
Utility Details
  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Radiant
  • Water/Sewer: Public Sewer, Public Water
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Wood Siding
  • Lot Description: RectangularLot, Landscaped
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 4000
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4000.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 1247
  • Stories: One Story
  • Street Level: 2 Baths
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Fenced, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
  • Year Built: 1942
  • Acres: 0.09
Location Details
  • Elementary School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150
  • Directions to Property: Go west on Bancroft Way
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 056-1925-004-00
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Multi Family Information
General Details
  • ADU Building Type: Detached
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: No
  • Elementary School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150
  • High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Property History for 1216 Bancroft Way

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 28, 2025

Sold

EBRD #41096436

$1,750,000
May 28, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #MR41096436

$1,750,000
May 22, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1902099709

$1,750,000

+14.1% / yr

May 20, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #MR41096436

May 20, 2025

Pending

EBRD #41096436

May 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #MR41096436

$1,068,000
May 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41096436

$1,068,000
Aug 25, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #434019625

$425,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/28/2025

Sold

EBRD #41096436

$1,750,000
05/28/2025

Sold

MLSListings #MR41096436

$1,750,000
05/22/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1902099709

$1,750,000

+14.1% / yr

05/20/2025

Pending

MLSListings #MR41096436

05/20/2025

Pending

EBRD #41096436

05/07/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #MR41096436

$1,068,000
05/07/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41096436

$1,068,000
08/25/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #434019625

$425,000

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

Public Records for 1216 Bancroft Way

Taxable ValueLand$216,325Additions$366,125Total$582,450
Tax Record2025$10,816 ($901 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,247 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,247 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1942Year Renovated1951CountyALAMEDAAPN56-1925-4

Schools near 1216 Bancroft Way

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

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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Listing Courtesy of The Grubb Co. Inc., Karthiga Satkunanandan, DRE #01394142

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