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.
Home Trends in Downtown Berkeley, CA
On average, homes in Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley sell after 15 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 $1,150,000, down 16% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,150,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,200,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,502,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$802,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$882
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
40
Median List Price
$995,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-15%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-16%