1706 Fairview St Berkeley, CA 94703
South Berkeley NeighborhoodEstimated payment $9,041/month
Total Views
321
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,282
Sq Ft
$655
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Malcolm X Elementary School Rated A
- Fireplace
- 4-minute walk to Prince Street Mini Park
About This Home
This versatile Berkeley property offers charm, character, and endless potential in a prime location. Set on a 4,000 SqFt lot, this 2,828 SqFt home can be utilized either as a single family residence or as a duplex. There is also a detached 1 bed 1 bath cottage – perfect for guests, rental income, or the in-laws. A welcoming foyer features rich wood floors, a vintage lantern, and a classic wood banister staircase. The main-level unit offers tall ceilings, a bright living room with bay windows, crown molding, and pocket doors that open to a formal dining room with a stucco fireplace and built-ins. It also includes an eat-in kitchen, one bedroom, and a bathroom with a newer vanity and shower-over-tub. Upstairs, the second unit features 3 bedrooms and 1 bath, a light-filled living room with a built-in shelving nook, and an updated kitchen with quartz counters, modern cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. The spacious primary bedroom has coved ceilings, a built-in cabinet, and a sunny bonus nook. A long driveway offers gated off-street parking, and laundry is located in the backyard storage area. Live in one unit, rent the others, or convert to a single-family home—this property offers unmatched flexibility in the heart of Berkeley. Open Sat & Sun 2–4 PM.
Open House Schedule
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Saturday, June 14, 20252:00 to 4:00 pm6/14/2025 2:00:00 PM +00:006/14/2025 4:00:00 PM +00:00Amazing investor or owner occupied opportunity!Add to Calendar
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Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $13,281
Year Built
- Built in 1904
Lot Details
- 4,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Back and Front Yard
Home Design
- Duplex
- Composition Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
Parking
- On-Street Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Additional Features
- Fireplace
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5215342
Map
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/06/2025 06/06/25 | For Sale | $1,495,000 | -- | $655 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | $610,000 | Chicago Title Co | |
| Individual Deed | $97,000 | Fidelity National Title Ins |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| 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 | |
| Previous Owner | $146,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 41100500
APN: 052-1534-002-00
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