2540 California Street

Berkeley, CA 94703

$910,000
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
1
Bath
938 Sq. Ft.
$970 / Sq. Ft.
938
Sq. Ft.
$970
per Sq. Ft.

Description

California, a state, a street, a frame of mind. Welcome home to this lovely 1923 Berkeley bungalow. This property has unadulterated charm & original features in this town’s most central location. This 2 bedroom , 1 bath home has classic hardwood floors, period-era built-in cabinets, French doors, & a huge closet that housed the original Murphy bed. The property has a brand new roof-August 2020, fresh paint in and out, & is ready for you. California Street is a “bicycle boulevard” & this location...California, a state, a street, a frame of mind. Welcome home to this lovely 1923 Berkeley bungalow. This property has unadulterated charm & original features in this town’s most central location. This 2 bedroom , 1 bath home has classic hardwood floors, period-era built-in cabinets, French doors, & a huge closet that housed the original Murphy bed. The property has a brand new roof-August 2020, fresh paint in and out, & is ready for you. California Street is a “bicycle boulevard” & this location allows for ambulating of many forms, to enjoy great neighborhood features such as: Mojo’s and Homemade Café, Breads of India, both Berkeley Bowl locations, Downtown Berkeley, the waterfront, University,&. The deck in a secret garden gives you a private sanctuary for entertaining, a victory garden, and peaceful contemplation as you are so inspired. The square footage and/or bedroom and bath count published in the MLS may differ from public record. Calistreetbungalow.com
  1. Listed by Jose Fernandez • DRE #01353359 • RED OAK REALTY
  2. Listed by Stacey Merryman • DRE #01448191 • RED OAK REALTY

Property Details for 2540 California Street

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
CENTRAL BERKELEY
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Bungalow
Garage Spaces
1
Garage/Parking
Converted Garage, Detached Garage, Off Street Parking, Side Yard Access, Tandem Parking
View
None

Location

Listing Courtesy of RED OAK REALTY, Jose Fernandez, DRE #01353359; RED OAK REALTY, Stacey Merryman, DRE #01448191

Sold By REDFIN, KATHERINE POLVOROSA, DRE #02021145

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LISTING UPDATED: 10/25/2020 10:13 AM

Property Details for 2540 California Street

StatusSold
MLS #40920276
Days on Compass12
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1923
Lot Size0.06 AC / 2,520 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of RED OAK REALTY, Jose Fernandez, DRE #01353359; RED OAK REALTY, Stacey Merryman, DRE #01448191

Sold By REDFIN, KATHERINE POLVOROSA, DRE #02021145

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Building Information for 2540 California Street

Stories1Year Built1923Building Size-Lot Size0.06 AC / 2,520 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,067 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,966

Property Taxes

$1,101

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2540 California Street

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Decorative Only, Living Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Laminate, Tile
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Cabinets, Dryer, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
  • Disability Features: Other
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 4
  • Additional Rooms: Basement - Partial, Laundry Room
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Nook, Counter - Tile, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms Count: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 1.0
  • Room Additional: Dining Area
  • Bath Non Primary Include: Tile, Tub
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone, Gas
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
  • Energy Saving Feature: None
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
  • HOA Transfer Fees: No Transfer Fee
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer, Water Heater Gas, All Public Utilities
  • Builder/Architect: Cali-feeling
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Stucco
  • Foundation: Crawl Space, Partial Basement
  • Lot Description: Level, Regular, Backyard, Front Yard, Garden
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 2520
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 2520.0
  • Model: Classic Bungalow
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 938
  • Stories: One Story
  • Street Level: 1 Bath, 2 Bedrooms, Laundry Facility, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Deck(s), Dog Run, Fenced, Front Yard, Garden/Play
  • Year Built: 1923
  • Acres: 0.06
Location Details
  • Elementary School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6504
  • Directions to Property: Dwight to California
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 54-1800-2
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: OAKLAND BERKELEY
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Elementary School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6504
  • High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6504

Property History for 2540 California Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 2540 California Street

Taxable ValueLand$284,029Additions$662,734Total$946,763
Tax Record2023$13,210 ($1,101 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Total Finished SqFt840 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt840 SqFtStories1Lot Size2,520 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1923Year Renovated1937CountyALAMEDAAPN54-1800-2

Schools near 2540 California 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
Malcolm X Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
PublicK to 5

Oxford Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Washington Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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Listing Courtesy of RED OAK REALTY, Jose Fernandez, DRE #01353359; RED OAK REALTY, Stacey Merryman, DRE #01448191

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