1717 Allston Way

952 Sq. Ft.
$1,250 / Sq. Ft.
952
Sq. Ft.
$1,250
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This cozy and convenient home is tucked into the close knit McGee’s farm neighborhood of Central Berkeley; convenient to transportation, schools, entertainment and shopping – including the Saturday farmer’s market. Your own special retreat in the city. The front porch is wreathed in wisteria intertwined with roses – a perfect place to relax and chat with your neighbors and passersby. It is the perfect mix of vintage details and today's conveniences. Configured for easy living and entertaining both...This cozy and convenient home is tucked into the close knit McGee’s farm neighborhood of Central Berkeley; convenient to transportation, schools, entertainment and shopping – including the Saturday farmer’s market. Your own special retreat in the city. The front porch is wreathed in wisteria intertwined with roses – a perfect place to relax and chat with your neighbors and passersby. It is the perfect mix of vintage details and today's conveniences. Configured for easy living and entertaining both inside and out it has generous public spaces. Venture out into the lush back yard and across the path to the sauna for private spa experience. There is good storage in the attic and basement. For the electric vehicle owner - there is deeded ev parking on the green strip. Welcome home to the best kept secret in Berkeley – McGee’s Farm.
  1. Listed by Mischa Lorraine • DRE #01858312 • Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty

Property Details for 1717 Allston Way

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
MCGEE'S FARM
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Bungalow
Garage Spaces
0
Garage/Parking
No Garage
Total # Parking Spaces
0
LISTING UPDATED: 09/08/2023 03:00 AM

Property Details for 1717 Allston Way

StatusSold
MLS #41034550
Days on Compass10
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1912
Lot Size0.06 AC / 2,508 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty, Mischa Lorraine, DRE #01858312

Sold By BERKELEY HILLS REALTY, Romney O'Connell, DRE #01468643

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Building Information for 1717 Allston Way

Stories1Year Built1912Building Size-Lot Size0.06 AC / 2,508 SF

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Property Information for 1717 Allston Way

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Dining Room
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Garage: No
  • Laundry: Dryer, In Basement, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 5
  • Additional Rooms: Other, Basement - Partial
  • Kitchen Features: Counter - Tile, Dishwasher, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms Count: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 1.0
  • Room Additional: Other
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • ADU Y/N: No
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Central
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer, Water Heater Gas, Carbon Mon Detector, Smoke Detector, All Public Utilities
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Partial Basement, Capped Brick
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 2508
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 2508.0
  • Roof: Composition
  • Sq Ft Apx: 952
  • Stories: One Story
  • Street Level: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Deck(s), Fenced, Front Yard, Patio, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Back, Sprinklers Front, Tool Shed, Front Porch, Garden
  • Year Built: 1912
  • Acres: 0.06
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: university R->McGee L->Allston Way
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 56-2010-16
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 1717 Allston Way

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 7, 2023

Sold

MLSListings #EB41034550

$1,190,000
Sep 7, 2023

Sold

EBRD #41034550

$1,190,000
Aug 31, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1518838533

$1,190,000
Aug 8, 2023

Pending

EBRD #41034550

Aug 8, 2023

Pending

MLSListings #EB41034550

Jul 29, 2023

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41034550

$899,000
Jul 29, 2023

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41034550

$899,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/07/2023

Sold

MLSListings #EB41034550

$1,190,000
09/07/2023

Sold

EBRD #41034550

$1,190,000
08/31/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1518838533

$1,190,000
08/08/2023

Pending

EBRD #41034550

08/08/2023

Pending

MLSListings #EB41034550

07/29/2023

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41034550

$899,000
07/29/2023

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41034550

$899,000

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

Public Records for 1717 Allston Way

Taxable ValueLand$364,140Additions$849,660Total$1,213,800
Tax Record2025$17,699 ($1,475 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt952 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt952 SqFtStories1Lot Size2,508 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1912Year Renovated1925CountyALAMEDAAPN56-2010-16

Schools near 1717 Allston 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

Malcolm X Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Oxford Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Washington Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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Listing Courtesy of Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty, Mischa Lorraine, DRE #01858312

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