$1,400,000
SOLD APR 14, 2026

1339 Kains Ave Berkeley, CA 94702

West Berkeley Neighborhood
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,042 Sq Ft
3,500 Sq Ft Lot Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: April 14, 2026

$1,344 Per Sq Ft

56% Above List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Ruth Acty Elementary Rated A
  • Stone Countertops
  • Home Office

About This Home

As of April 2026

Beautifully upgraded bungalow in the highly desirable Westbrae neighborhood. Featuring an open floor plan with skylights that fill the home with natural light throughout the day. The eat-in kitchen includes a custom-built bench crafted by a local Berkeley carpenter, while artisan tile in the kitchen and bathroom adds a unique and stylish touch. Enjoy a sunny deck—perfect for morning coffee or entertaining family and friends. The backyard offers a detached office ideal for working from home or creative use, along with a convenient bike shed. A long driveway accommodates two cars, plus an additional gated parking space. The property also features an herb garden built by a local Westbrae nursery and thoughtfully designed low-maintenance landscaping. Located within walking distance to top-rated schools, North Berkeley BART, and AC Transit (just one block away) for an easy commute to San Francisco. Close to local favorites including gourmet restaurants, coffee shops, Acme Bread, REI, Phiz Coffee, Whole Foods, a beer garden, and wineries. A true Westbrae gem offering comfort, style, and convenience.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Zhe Wang Birchett

Compass License #02149500 Listed on: 03/25/2026

Last Buyer's Agent

Negar Souza

Red Oak Realty License #01701667

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1903

Lot Details

  • 3,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Low Maintenance Yard
  • Garden
  • Back Yard

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,042 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Skylights in Kitchen
  • Home Office
  • Storage
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup
  • Wood Flooring
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Parking Deck
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Shed

Utilities

  • Central Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Separate Meters
  • 220 Volts
  • 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Individual Gas Meter
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Internet Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • Westbrae Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1903

Lot Details

3,500 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Fencing: Fenced, Wood
  • LotSizeAcres: 0.08
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Has HOA?: No
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBCOMPP
  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • Subdivision Name: WESTBRAE
  • Directions: Cedar St turn north on Kains Ave
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Has Cooling?: Yes
  • Has Fireplace?: No
  • Living Area: 1042
  • Is New Construction?: No
  • Year Built: 1903
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Office, Storage, Updated Kitchen
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)
  • RoomKitchenFeatures: 220 Volt Outlet, Dishwasher, Disposal, Eat-in Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator, Skylight(s), Stone Counters, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Pool Features: None
  • Has Private Pool?: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Back Yard, Storage, Low Maintenance
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Property Condition: Existing
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Has Attached Garage?: No
  • Has Carport?: No
  • Has Attached Garage?: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Deck, Uncovered Parking Space
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Hookups Only
  • Cooling: No Air Conditioning
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Electricity On Property: Yes
  • Utilities: Cable Available, DSL Available, Internet Available, Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas Meter

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3500

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 17, 2025
Closed on
Nov 25, 2025
Sold by
Garner Millard and Freeman Alicia Maria
Bought by
E & E Dwelling Llc
Seller's Agent
Min Zhao
KW Advisors East Bay
Buyer's Agent
Zhe Wang Birchett
Compass
List Price
$990,000
Sold Price
$850,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$140,000
-14.14%
Views
54

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.04%
Original Mortgage
$680,000
Outstanding Balance
$513,916
Interest Rate
6.19%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Estimated Equity
$345,826

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 7, 2002
Sold by
Miranda Eileen and Griffin Brandon Q
Bought by
Griffin Brandon Q

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$268,000
Interest Rate
6.51%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $850,000 Chicago Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer $134,000 Fidelity Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $680,000 Construction
Previous Owner $268,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/14/2026 04/14/26 Sold $1,400,000 +55.7% $1,344 / Sq Ft
03/30/2026 03/30/26 Pending -- -- --
03/25/2026 03/25/26 For Sale $899,000 +5.8% $863 / Sq Ft
12/09/2025 12/09/25 Sold $850,000 -5.0% $964 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/14/2025 11/14/25 Pending -- -- --
09/14/2025 09/14/25 Price Changed $895,000 -9.6% $1,015 / Sq Ft
07/17/2025 07/17/25 For Sale $990,000 -- $1,122 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $3,296 $64,808 $36,253 $35,555
2024 $3,296 $63,400 $35,542 $34,858
2023 $2,743 $35,348 $24,744 $10,604
2022 $2,591 $27,655 $24,259 $10,396
2021 $2,564 $26,975 $23,783 $10,192
2020 $2,374 $33,627 $23,539 $10,088
2019 $2,208 $32,968 $23,078 $9,890
2018 $2,133 $32,321 $22,625 $9,696
2017 $2,020 $31,688 $22,182 $9,506
2016 $1,884 $31,067 $21,747 $9,320
2015 $1,840 $30,600 $21,420 $9,180
2014 $1,792 $30,000 $21,000 $9,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Z

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Zhe Wang Birchett

    Compass

  • N

    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Negar Souza

    Red Oak Realty

  • M

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Min Zhao

    KW Advisors East Bay

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41128439

bridgeMLS

APN: 060-2403-020-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94702 West Berkeley

1339 Kains Ave, Berkeley, CA

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