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South Berkeley Homes for Sale

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    $995,000 Open Sun 2PM - 4:30PM

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,154 Sq Ft

    1516 Blake St Unit A, Berkeley, CA 94703

    Beautiful design meets energy efficient new construction in a wonderful Central Berkeley location! A brand new TIC home by New Avenue Homes, this thoughtfully designed 2+ bedroom, 2 bath home offers modern comfort & smart use of space across 1,154 sq. ft. The open-concept living, dining & kitchen areas open to a private deck & yard area and feature high quality finishes & abundant natural light.

    Jodi Nishimura Kai Real Estate

    1516 Blake St Unit A, Berkeley, CA 94703
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    $995,000 Open Sat 2PM - 4:30PM

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,154 Sq Ft

    1516 Blake St, Berkeley, CA 94703

    Beautiful design meets energy efficient new construction in a wonderful Central Berkeley location! A brand new TIC home by New Avenue Homes, this thoughtfully designed 2+ bedroom, 2 bath home offers modern comfort & smart use of space across 1,154 sq. ft. The open-concept living, dining & kitchen areas open to a private deck & yard area and feature high quality finishes & abundant natural light.

    Jodi Nishimura Kai Real Estate

    1516 Blake St, Berkeley, CA 94703
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    $925,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 925 Sq Ft

    2222 Carleton St, Berkeley, CA 94704

    An urban oasis in Lower Elmwood! Tucked behind a private gate and lush front garden, this extensively updated home blends classic charm with modern comfort. The inviting porch opens to a sunlit living room with large windows, built-ins, and a new gas fireplace. The remodeled kitchen and dining area feature skylights and a new laundry zone with side-by-side units and butcher-block counter. The

    William Witort Compass

    2222 Carleton St, Berkeley, CA 94704
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    $998,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 850 Sq Ft

    1612 Carleton St, Berkeley, CA 94703

    A true gem has arrived in Central Berkeley. Welcome to 1612 Carleton Street: a fully permitted, down-to-the-studs remodel & addition that’s been thoughtfully updated with all-new systems including electrical, plumbing, and a high-efficiency heat pump for year-round comfort. This 2-bed, 2-bath home perfectly blends contemporary style with timeless appeal. Discover vaulted ceilings & strategically

    Graham King Keller Williams VIP Properties

    1612 Carleton St, Berkeley, CA 94703
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    $949,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,287 Sq Ft

    2308 Parker St, Berkeley, CA 94704

    Fixer opportunity with an ideal location, only a few blocks away from Cal Berkeley, BART, and Berkeley Bowl. Situated in Southside, this is a prime opportunity for investors or prospective owner-occupants. With plenty of Victorian charm and a flexible room layout, this property can be utilitized for student housing or restored to include a formal dining room, WFH office, or hobby room. Renovate

    Lawton Young F A S Realty Inc.

    2308 Parker St, Berkeley, CA 94704
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    $979,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,035 Sq Ft

    2543 Chilton Way, Berkeley, CA 94704

    $100K PRICE DROP! See it again at this fantastic new price. Amazing value! Step inside this classic Berkeley bungalow and feel the creative energy waiting to be claimed. With warm hardwood floors, rustic beamed ceilings, and a welcoming fireplace framed by built-in bookshelves, the living room invites quiet reflection or inspired gatherings. The formal dining room leads to a spacious, updated

    Eddie O'Sullivan Elevation Real Estate

    2543 Chilton Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
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    $6,200,000

    • 13,127 Sq Ft

    2409 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704

    Presenting 2409 College Avenue, an exceptional opportunity to acquire a 17-unit apartment building just two blocks from UC Berkeley’s southern border in Berkeley's vibrant Southside neighborhood. Originally constructed in 1913, this unique property showcases timeless architectural charm with period details, rich hardwood floors, and built-in cabinetry throughout. The building offers a highly

    Grant Chappell NAI Northern California

    2409 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
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    $825,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,228 Sq Ft

    1538 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703

    Wonderful property in Berkeley. Great location with amazing potential. Was used as housing for UC students. A little TLC, cosmetic work, and this place is the perfect place to call home. Large kitchen, separate laundry area, private backyard for gardening, BBQ and entertaining.

    Tova Osborne Realty One Group Future

    1538 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703
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    $749,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,800 Sq Ft

    3050 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705

    Fixer. Currently used as an office building this was originally a single family home built in 1906. It was converted to a duplex in 1929 and is still a duplex per public records. Since 1986 it has been used as an office building. So much potential with the leaded glass windows, bay windows, hardwood floors, built-ins, etc. This property has been used as attorney offices since 1986 and modified

    Bill Grimason Winkler Real Estate Group

    3050 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
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    $2,100,000

    • 6,600 Sq Ft

    2110 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705

    Solid 5.9% cap rate, this Berkeley multi-unit investment property offers a rare chance to own a mixed-use income property in one of the East Bay’s most desirable locations! 2110 Ashby Ave is a well-maintained apartment and commercial building that combines steady cash flow with exceptional long-term upside. The property includes multiple residential and commercial units — all currently occupied

    Derek Han Bhg Reliance Partners

    2110 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
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    $5,195,000

    • 8,244 Sq Ft

    2537 Ellsworth St, Berkeley, CA 94704

    2537 Ellsworth Street represents a fully renovated nine-unit apartment building located just blocks from UC Berkeley. Offered at $5.195m, this asset has benefited from more than $825,000+ in recent (2024) permitted capital improvements, including seven (7) down-to-the-studs unit remodels, new windows, new roof, a secured parking gate, upgraded electrical panels, and fresh interior and exterior

    Willem Bos

    2537 Ellsworth St, Berkeley, CA 94704
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    $1,495,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,799 Sq Ft

    2533 Grant St, Berkeley, CA 94703

    A rare corner-lot masterpiece - Where classic charm meets modern luxury. Discover this exceptional, fully renovated home that perfectly blends timeless elegance with top-to-bottom designer upgrades. Bathed in natural light, the open-concept layout is enhanced by brand-new hardwood floors, energy-efficient windows, fresh paint, and custom lighting throughout. Step into a warm and inviting formal

    Jessica Johnson Vanguard Properties

    2533 Grant St, Berkeley, CA 94703
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    $1,199,000 Open Sat 1PM - 4PM

    • 3 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,405 Sq Ft

    2918 Newbury St, Berkeley, CA 94703

    Welcome to 2918 Newbury Street, a charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Berkeley home offering approximately 1405 square feet of living space on a generous 5,480 square foot lot. Built in 1905, this residence blends historic character with everyday comfort, featuring a sunny and spacious kitchen, a large enclosed flat backyard with expansion potential or add an ADU, a separate storage shed, and convenient

    Sevan Kevorkian Remax Prestigious Properties

    2918 Newbury St, Berkeley, CA 94703
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    $949,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,227 Sq Ft

    3109 Sacramento St, Berkeley, CA 94702

    Great Investment property in central Berkeley. Mixed use apartments (2) and a commercial unit (vacant). Well maintained with separate heating and meters.

    Marc Guay

    3109 Sacramento St, Berkeley, CA 94702
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    $6,499,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 12,832 Sq Ft

    1626 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94703

    Well Maintained Large Berkeley investment in MId Century Modern Apartment House. Parking Pool and laundry room. Close to downtown. Great mix on Studio, one bedroom and two bedroom units. A prize property!

    Marc Guay

    1626 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94703
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    $3,135,000

    • 10 Beds
    • 5,603 Sq Ft

    2411 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704

    The Cushman & Wakefield Northern California Multifamily Capital Markets Group is pleased to present The Leroy Apartments, a distinguished 9-unit multifamily asset in an irreplaceable location at 2411 Durant Avenue in the highly sought-after Southside neighborhood of Berkeley, CA. Built in 1917, this 5,603-square foot property boasts classic architectural character and presents a prime investment

    Keith Manson Cushman & Wakefield

    2411 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
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    $7,900,000

    • 16 Beds
    • 17,802 Sq Ft

    2525 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704

    The Cushman & Wakefield Northern California Capital Markets Group is pleased to present The Castle Craig Apartments, a distinguished 27-unit multifamily asset located in an irreplaceable location at 2525 Durant Avenue in the highly sought-after Southside neighborhood of Berkeley, CA. Built in 1928, this 17,802-square-foot property boasts classic architectural character and presents a prime

    Keith Manson Cushman & Wakefield

    2525 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
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    $9,440,000

    • 24 Beds
    • 18,543 Sq Ft

    2419 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704

    The Cushman & Wakefield Northern California Multifamily Capital Markets Group is pleased to present The Keystone Apartments, a distinguished 32-unit multifamily asset in an irreplaceable location at 2419 Durant Avenue in the highly sought-after Southside neighborhood of Berkeley, CA. Built in 1924, this 18,543-square foot property boasts classic architectural character and presents a prime

    Keith Manson Cushman & Wakefield

    2419 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
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    $2,525,000

    • 5,200 Sq Ft

    1628 Tyler St, Berkeley, CA 94703

    1628 Tyler St consists of two well-maintained buildings on a single lot, offering a unique combination of a front-facing triplex (1628) and a rear 4-plex (1630). With a total of seven units, the property features a diverse mix that caters to a wide range of tenants: one 4-bedroom, 2-bath unit, one 3-bedroom, 2-bath unit, one 3-bedroom, 1-bath unit, and four 1-bedroom, 1-bath units. The property

    Jatin Mehta Kite Hill Real Estate

    1628 Tyler St, Berkeley, CA 94703
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    $675,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,061 Sq Ft

    2709 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703

    Discover the potential of this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home situated in the desirable Berkeley Bowl neighborhood. This property offers a great starting point with a livable interior, featuring updated flooring, electrical systems, a modern kitchen, and fresh paint throughout. While the interior is ready for immediate enjoyment, the exterior requires some TLC to truly shine. Imagine enhancing the

    Grant Inaba

    2709 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703
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    $2,600,000

    • 3 Baths
    • 3,478 Sq Ft

    2509 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94704

    Front Building is tenant occupied by ground level restaurant and 2 BR apartment above. Rear house is vacant and dangerous to enter. Addresses are 2503, 2505, 2507, 2509 Dwight Way, Berkeley. It is possible to build a 7 story mixed use building on the site.

    Forrest Gee Forrest Gee, Broker

    2509 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
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    $1,938,000

    • 9 Beds
    • 5 Baths
    • 3,618 Sq Ft

    1522 Harmon St, Berkeley, CA 94703

    Exceptional 4-unit property in the heart of Berkeley— an owner/occupier dream or great for an investor. Live in one, rents the others, build wealth, and enjoy all Berkeley has to offer! Two units are leased and income-generating from day one, two units delivered vacant at COE. The triplex includes three well-maintained units: a sunlit 3BD/2BA upper residence with soaring ceilings and formal

    Leah Tounger Kw Advisors East Bay

    1522 Harmon St, Berkeley, CA 94703
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    $579,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 764 Sq Ft

    1901 Parker St Unit 3, Berkeley, CA 94704

    Great upper level, corner unit condo with lots of vintage charm and versatile floor plan. 2 Bedrooms and 1 full bath. Wood panel wainscoting, hardwood floor, French door, some dual pane windows, lots of kitchen cabinets. Separate storage closet. Location of unit is very convenient. Bus stop is just steps away on MLK Jr. Way. Shattuck Ave shops, Downtown Berkeley, UC campus, two BART Stations

    Francis M. Ho F A S Realty Inc.

    1901 Parker St Unit 3, Berkeley, CA 94704
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    $899,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,876 Sq Ft

    3233 Ellis St, Berkeley, CA 94703

    Best deal in Berkeley! With over 1000 sqf unfinished basement and 800 sqf unfinished attic,this is an ideal property for renovation, adding an ADU for excellent rental income, or redevelopment. Property was entitled to build three single family houses. This is a rare opportunity in one of the East Bay's most sought-after neighborhoods. Just minutes from UC Berkeley, Ashby BART Station, Downtown

    Zhaohui Ma Suen, Peter

    3233 Ellis St, Berkeley, CA 94703
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    $1,195,000

    • 3,017 Sq Ft

    1614 Russell St, Berkeley, CA 94703

    www.1614Russell.com; Five Units Delivered Fully Vacant Featuring Two 2bd/1bth Units and Three 1bd/1bth Units Set on a 6,992 SF Lot; Prime South Berkeley Location - Walking Distance to Popular Restaurants, Cafes, & Ashby BART; Offered at a Low Basis w/ Upside to be Captured by Value-Add Investors; Highest Stabilized Cash Flow Property Available in Berkeley - Perfect for Stabilization and Refinance

    Steven Pinza The Pinza Group, Inc

    1614 Russell St, Berkeley, CA 94703
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    $1,000,000

    • 5,828 Sq Ft

    3101 Sacramento St, Berkeley, CA 94702

    Discover a rare gem in the heart of bustling South Berkeley—a historic 5-unit mixed-use property, home to the iconic Reid’s Records. Situated on a prime corner lot, this property offers an unparalleled opportunity for aspiring developers to reimagine a piece of Berkeley’s cultural legacy. With its rich history and vibrant community setting, this site is perfect for a transformative redevelopment

    Steve Peterson Infinity Investments

    3101 Sacramento St, Berkeley, CA 94702
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    $545,000

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 700 Sq Ft

    2550 Dana St Unit 2F, Berkeley, CA 94704

    Lovely, well-maintained 55+ community with an active lifestyle and wonderful amenities! This beautifully remodeled end-unit features fresh paint throughout, new carpet, custom blinds, and abundant natural light. The bright, open layout offers great privacy, with windows facing the peaceful patio—away from any street noise. Ample storage, including a convenient entry closet. Berkeley Town House

    Lucero Zapata Gc Real Estate Advisors

    2550 Dana St Unit 2F, Berkeley, CA 94704
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    $1,540,000

    • 7 Beds
    • 5 Baths
    • 2,960 Sq Ft

    1819 Carleton St, Berkeley, CA 94703

    Prime Multifamily Investment Opportunity in the Heart of Berkeley! This versatile triplex offers incredible income potential and is perfectly situated in central Berkeley, short distant from San Pablo Park and UC Berkeley. The property features three units all with individual washer/dryer in units. Front House is a 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms (a two-story single family like with a master suite).

    Anthony Chen Coldwell Banker Realty

    1819 Carleton St, Berkeley, CA 94703
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    $2,875,000

    • 9,205 Sq Ft

    1612 Parker St, Berkeley, CA 94703

    Discover a rare chance to own a stunning 8-unit building in one of Berkeley's most desirable neighborhoods! This well-maintained property exudes pride of ownership and is set on a generous lot that features five reserved parking spots and a convenient community laundry area. Each of the 8 units offers spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom layouts, perfect for a variety of tenants. Several units have

    Negar Souza Red Oak Realty

    1612 Parker St, Berkeley, CA 94703

Why Live in South Berkeley

South Berkeley is a vibrant neighborhood known for its diverse community and proximity to the University of California Berkeley campus. The area features tree-lined streets with a mix of Craftsman-inspired homes, including California bungalows, multi-level Victorian styles, and smaller Mission styles. Single-family homes are predominant, though new apartments and condos are also being developed. The neighborhood offers a variety of things to do, with numerous eateries such as Café Buenos Aires, Lemat Ethiopian Restaurant, Kiraku, and Kirala, and retail options including the renowned Berkeley Bowl organic supermarket. Moe’s Books and The Starry Plough Irish pub are local institutions that contribute to the area's cultural scene. Community engagement is strong, with regular events at the South Berkeley Farmers Market and the Berkeley Flea Market at the Ashby BART Station, which also serves as a hub for easy commutes to San Francisco and other Bay Area locations. The neighborhood is home to several parks, including Greg Brown Park, Grove Park, Halcyon Commons, and the Prince Street Mini Park, providing green spaces for recreation. Schools in the area are highly rated, with Malcolm X Elementary School, Longfellow Middle School, and Berkeley High offering quality education. Public transportation is readily accessible, and the neighborhood's flat terrain makes it easy to walk or bike to various destinations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is South Berkeley a good place to live?
South Berkeley is a good place to live, receiving 3.7 stars from its residents. South Berkeley is considered very walkable and a biker's paradise with good transit options. South Berkeley has 10 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 37.2 people per acre and a median age of 28. The average household income is $108,642 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 65.1% of residents. A majority of residents in South Berkeley are renters, with 76.7% of residents renting and 23.3% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving South Berkeley can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our South Berkeley neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in South Berkeley?
The median home price in South Berkeley is $1,079,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $215,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.19%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $5,280 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $226K a year to afford the median home price in South Berkeley. The average household income in South Berkeley is $109K.
What are the best public schools in South Berkeley?
The best public schools that serve South Berkeley are:
What are the best private schools in South Berkeley?
The best private schools that serve South Berkeley are:
What are the most popular zip codes in South Berkeley, Berkeley, CA?
The most popular zip codes in South Berkeley, Berkeley, CA include 94703, 94704, 94705, 94609 and 94702.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near South Berkeley, Berkeley, CA?
The most popular neighborhoods near South Berkeley, Berkeley, CA are Elmwood, Bushrod, Downtown Berkeley, Fairview Park and West Berkeley.

Home Trends in South Berkeley, CA

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price
$1,220,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,220,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,375,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$834,200
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$575,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$779
Number of Homes for Sale
17
Last 12 months Home Sales
149
Months of Supply
1.40
Median List Price
$1,079,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
-10%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-7%
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