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Downtown Berkeley Homes for Sale

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    $998,000

    • 9 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 5,855 Sq Ft

    1645 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94703

    Classic 1920s Berkeley 5-unit corner property in the established McGee Tract featuring four 2BD/1BA units in the main two-story building plus a detached 2BD/1BA cottage with its own address on McGee Ave. Two units are tenant occupied providing current income ($1792 & $830 respectively), while three units are vacant and ready for updates and market leasing (proforma vacant unit rents could be

    Andrew De Vries Berkshire Hathaway-Franciscan

    1645 Dwight Way, 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

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Downtown Berkeley a good place to live?
Downtown Berkeley is a good place to live. Downtown Berkeley is considered fairly walkable and very bikeable 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 6.11%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,830 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, North Berkeley, West Berkeley, Elmwood and Bushrod.

Home Trends in Downtown Berkeley, CA

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price
$1,200,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,237,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,575,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$815,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$902
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
36
Months of Supply
0.00
Median List Price
$995,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-15%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
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