1706 Fairview St Berkeley, CA 94703
South Berkeley NeighborhoodEstimated payment $8,109/month
Highlights
- Secluded Lot
- Victorian Architecture
- Bay Window
- Wood Flooring
- Balcony
- Tankless Water Heater
About This Home
This versatile Berkeley property blends timeless charm, character, and exceptional flexibility in a prime location. Situated on a 4,000 sq. ft. lot, this 2,282 sq. ft. home can be enjoyed as either a spacious single-family residence or a duplex, offering a variety of living and investment opportunities. A detached 1-bedroom, 1-bath cottage provides additional versatility, making it ideal for guests, extended family, a home office, or rental income like (AirBnB). A welcoming foyer greets you with rich hardwood floors, a vintage lantern, and a classic wood staircase with an elegant banister. The main-level residence features soaring ceilings, a bright living room with beautiful bay windows, crown molding, and pocket doors that open to a formal dining room complete with a charming stucco fireplace and built-in cabinetry. This level also includes an eat-in kitchen, one bedroom, and a beautifully updated bathroom with a newer vanity and shower-over-tub. Upstairs, the second residence offers three bedrooms and one bathroom, along with a light-filled living room featuring a built-in shelving nook. The updated kitchen is appointed with quartz countertops, modern cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. The spacious primary bedroom showcases cathedral ceilings, a built-in cabinet, and a sunny bonus nook that adds warmth and functionality. Additional highlights include a long gated driveway with off-street parking and a backyard storage area with laundry facilities. Whether you choose to live in one unit while generating rental income from the others, accommodate multi-generational living, or convert the property into a single-family home, this exceptional Berkeley property offers outstanding flexibility and endless possibilities. Open House Sat-Sun 12-5Pm
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Year Built
- Built in 1900 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 4,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Secluded Lot
Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Duplex
- Victorian Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,282 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Bay Window
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry closet
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
Utilities
- Central Heating
- Floor Furnace
- Tankless Water Heater
Community Details
Overview
- 3 Units
Building Details
- 1 Leased Unit
- 1 Unit Leased Month-To-Month
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $14,703 | $833,546 | $250,064 | $583,482 |
| 2025 | $14,703 | $817,204 | $245,161 | $572,043 |
| 2024 | $13,281 | $801,185 | $240,355 | $560,830 |
| 2023 | $12,999 | $785,478 | $235,643 | $549,835 |
| 2022 | $12,750 | $770,081 | $231,024 | $539,057 |
| 2021 | $12,769 | $754,984 | $226,495 | $528,489 |
| 2020 | $12,040 | $747,243 | $224,173 | $523,070 |
| 2019 | $11,519 | $732,597 | $219,779 | $512,818 |
| 2018 | $11,318 | $718,237 | $215,471 | $502,766 |
| 2017 | $10,916 | $704,158 | $211,247 | $492,911 |
| 2016 | $10,538 | $690,354 | $207,106 | $483,248 |
| 2015 | $10,395 | $679,990 | $203,997 | $475,993 |
| 2014 | $10,400 | $666,674 | $200,002 | $466,672 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/24/2026 07/24/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/18/2026 07/18/26 | Price Changed | $1,250,000 | -90.0% | $548 / Sq Ft |
| 07/18/2026 07/18/26 | For Sale | $12,500,000 | -- | $5,478 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $610,000 | Chicago Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title Co | |
| Individual Deed | $97,000 | Fidelity National Title Ins |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $110,000 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $169,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $122,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Open | $488,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $520,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $408,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $380,000 | Unknown |
Source: San Francisco Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 426146696
APN: 052-1534-002-00
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