2015 Hearst Ave Berkeley, CA 94709
North Berkeley NeighborhoodEstimated payment $23,766/month
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
About This Home
Located just two blocks from the University of California, Berkeley, 2015 Hearst Avenue is a well-maintained 7-unit multifamily asset in one of the East Bay’s most supply-constrained and high-demand rental markets. The property benefits from consistent student and faculty demand, making it an ideal long-term hold with strong upside potential. Ownership has completed extensive capital improvements to the building’s major systems, including a new roof, upgraded electrical and plumbing systems, dual pane windows, and fresh exterior paint. The property is also Soft Story and SB-721 compliant, providing added confidence for investors. With major capex already addressed, future improvements are primarily cosmetic and unit-level upgrades, creating a clear path to increasing rental income. Offered at $3,868,000, the asset equates to $552,571 per unit and $672 per square foot, with a 5.50% cap rate and 12.20 GRM. Investors can capture approximately 11.32% rental upside through renovations and operational improvements (buyer to verify). Additional income is generated through parking leased to a neighboring dental practice, along with seven storage units available for lease. Each unit also offers potential for reconfiguration to maximize rental income (buyer to verify).
Property Details
Home Type
- Apartment
Year Built
- Built in 1963
Lot Details
- 5,156 Sq Ft Lot
Parking
- Carport
Home Design
- Flat Roof Shape
- Stucco
Flooring
- Wood
- Partially Carpeted
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- 7 Units
- North Berkeley Subdivision
Map
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $37,641 | $2,351,064 | $706,029 | $1,645,035 |
| 2024 | $37,641 | $2,304,980 | $692,190 | $1,612,790 |
| 2023 | $36,845 | $2,259,789 | $678,619 | $1,581,170 |
| 2022 | $36,144 | $2,215,490 | $665,316 | $1,550,174 |
| 2021 | $36,204 | $2,172,065 | $652,275 | $1,519,790 |
| 2020 | $34,162 | $2,152,428 | $645,591 | $1,506,837 |
| 2019 | $32,684 | $2,110,278 | $632,933 | $1,477,345 |
| 2018 | $32,119 | $2,068,967 | $620,527 | $1,448,440 |
| 2017 | $30,947 | $2,028,184 | $608,362 | $1,419,822 |
| 2016 | $29,896 | $1,988,475 | $596,437 | $1,392,038 |
| 2015 | $29,493 | $1,958,657 | $587,483 | $1,371,174 |
| 2014 | $28,339 | $1,822,028 | $420,000 | $1,402,028 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/12/2026 05/12/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/09/2026 04/09/26 | For Sale | $3,868,000 | -- | $672 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41130403
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