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Downtown Berkeley Homes for Sale

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  • 2118 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703
    2118 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703
    2118 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703
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    $1,500,000

    • 4,528 Sq Ft

    2118 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703

    Great investment property with a walk score of 90. Located in a prime Central Berkeley neighborhood, it offers convenient access to UC Berkeley, local parks, shops, restaurants, and major commuter routes. Just 0.5 miles from North Berkeley BART and 0.7 miles from Downtown Berkeley BART. The property consists of two separate buildings with a total of five units. The front building includes a

    Haili Liang Coldwell Banker Realty

    2118 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703
  • 2218 -2222 Grant St, Berkeley, CA 94703
    2218 -2222 Grant St, Berkeley, CA 94703
    2218 -2222 Grant St, Berkeley, CA 94703
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    $3,750,000

    • Land
    • 0.11 Acre
    • $33,068,783 per Acre

    2218 -2222 Grant St, Berkeley, CA 94703

    Vacant, adjacent land lots, 2218 & 2222 Grant St., zoned R-2 Berkeley Residence, recent zoning change allowing for more entitlements, offering an excellent redevelopment opportunity for multifamily or student housing. The property provides a clean slate for development in a desirable area with strong housing demand. Ideal for investors and developers seeking proximity to local amenities and

    David Kaufman David Ballin Kaufman

    2218 -2222 Grant St, Berkeley, CA 94703
  • 1929 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703
    1929 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703
    1929 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703
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    $2,200,000

    • 5,630 Sq Ft

    1929 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703

    Built in 1965, 1929 California Street offers 8 residential unit, all 2-Bed 1-Bath. With approximately $450,000 of renovations in the last 5 years, you are guaranteed to acquire an extremely well maintained property. Major upgrades include re-welding of the cement stairs (2020), ugraded and compliant sewer lateral (2020), new upper deck (2021), new TPO roof (2022), full exterior paint (2022), and

    Auguste Vende

    1929 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703
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Real Estate & Homes for Sale in Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley

Why Live in Downtown Berkeley
Downtown Berkeley is a vibrant, urban neighborhood with diverse dining options and cultural venues. Located adjacent to the University of California, Berkeley, it attracts a mix of students, professionals and longtime residents. Cultural attractions within walking distance include the Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive, the Berkeley Repertory Theatre and the Central Library. Dining options range from hole-in-the-wall pizzerias to upscale eateries like Ippuku and Comal. The original Berkeley Bowl Marketplace and the year-round Downtown Berkeley Farmer’s Market are popular for groceries. Parks such as Martin Luther King Jr. Civic Center Park and Ohlone Park have playgrounds, green spaces and community gardens.

Housing includes a mix of condos, apartments and single-family homes in styles like California bungalow and Mediterranean Revival. Cragmont Elementary, Willard Middle School and Berkeley High School serve the area and all have A ratings from Niche. The neighborhood is well-connected by public transportation, with the Berkeley BART Plaza and several bus lines providing easy commutes. Nearby highways Interstate 580 and Interstate 80 offer direct routes to San Francisco, Oakland and Richmond. Alta Bates Summit Medical Center is also downtown.
Learn more about living in Downtown Berkeley

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Downtown Berkeley a good place to live?
Downtown Berkeley is a good place to live. Downtown Berkeley is considered very walkable and a biker's paradise with great transit options. Downtown Berkeley is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Downtown Berkeley has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 33.4 people per acre and a median age of 33. The average household income is $100,698 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 69.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Downtown Berkeley are renters, with 82.7% of residents renting and 17.3% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Downtown Berkeley can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Downtown Berkeley neighborhood guide.
Is Downtown Berkeley, CA a safe neighborhood?
Downtown Berkeley, CA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Downtown Berkeley?
The median home price in Downtown Berkeley is $995,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $199,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.09%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,820 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $207K a year to afford the median home price in Downtown Berkeley. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Downtown Berkeley is $101K.
What are the best public schools in Downtown Berkeley?
The best public schools that serve Downtown Berkeley are:
What are the best private schools in Downtown Berkeley?
The best private schools that serve Downtown Berkeley are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley, CA?
The most popular zip codes in Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley, CA include 94703, 94704, 94702, 94709 and 94705.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley, CA?
The most popular neighborhoods near Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley, CA are South Berkeley, West Berkeley, North Berkeley, Northbrae and Elmwood.
Are home prices dropping in Downtown Berkeley?
Yes, home prices in Downtown Berkeley are down 2% in the last 12 months.

Home Trends in Downtown Berkeley, CA

On average, homes in Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley over the last 12 months is $1,200,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price
$1,200,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,225,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,575,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$802,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$927
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
43
Months of Supply
0.00
Median List Price
$995,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-21%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%
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