2420 Hillside Ave Berkeley, CA 94704
Estimated payment $10,476/month
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Emerson Elementary School Rated A
- Private Lot
- No HOA
About This Home
North-facing and newly upgraded, 2420 Hillside Ave is one of Berkeley’s rare finds—where charm, flexibility, and location collide. With over $90,000 in renovations and brand-new roofs on both the main home and detached 2-car garage, this 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,854 sq ft residence on a 5,573 sq ft lot blends modern comfort with timeless appeal. The property is currently used as a single-family home but is classified as a duplex on tax records, allowing it to be reconverted for multi-unit living. The detached garage with workshop below offers ideal ADU potential, creating a path for up to 3 units. Inside, you’ll find premium waterproof flooring, recessed lighting, new paint, baseboards, and fixtures throughout. The main level features a bright open floor plan, a remodeled kitchen with quartzite waterfall counters, and a dining deck overlooking the creek. The upstairs bath includes new plumbing, electrical, and a seamless walk-in shower. Downstairs offers the primary bedroom, full bath, office, bonus room with Tonal gym, and a separate laundry room with sink and storage. Minutes from UC Berkeley, Greek Row, Gourmet Ghetto, and downtown, this turnkey property delivers lifestyle, investment, and location in one exceptional package.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1941
Lot Details
- 5,573 Sq Ft Lot
- North Facing Home
- Private Lot
- Irregular Lot
- Back Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Composition Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Recessed Lighting
- Double Pane Windows
- Window Screens
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Vinyl Flooring
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Built-In Self-Cleaning Oven
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Radiant Heating System
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- South Campus Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5518563
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 | $25,525 | $1,882,083 | $564,625 | $1,317,458 |
| 2024 | $25,525 | $1,845,180 | $553,554 | $1,291,626 |
| 2023 | $25,030 | $1,809,000 | $542,700 | $1,266,300 |
| 2022 | $14,693 | $954,491 | $288,447 | $673,044 |
| 2021 | $15,275 | $935,644 | $282,793 | $659,851 |
| 2020 | $14,512 | $932,982 | $279,894 | $653,088 |
| 2019 | $14,075 | $914,694 | $274,408 | $640,286 |
| 2018 | $13,833 | $896,764 | $269,029 | $627,735 |
| 2017 | $13,353 | $879,181 | $263,754 | $615,427 |
| 2016 | $12,947 | $861,947 | $258,584 | $603,363 |
| 2015 | $12,779 | $849,000 | $254,700 | $594,300 |
| 2014 | $3,835 | $125,536 | $83,053 | $42,483 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 12/12/25 | Price Changed | $1,588,888 | -3.7% | $857 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/23/2025 10/23/25 | For Sale | $1,650,000 | -8.8% | $890 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,809,000 | -- | -- | |
| 07/01/2022 07/01/22 | Sold | $1,809,000 | +39.7% | $976 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/23/2022 06/23/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/17/2022 06/17/22 | For Sale | $1,295,000 | -- | $698 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,809,000 | Old Republic Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $849,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Deed | -- | None Available |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $415,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 41115691
APN: 055-1856-003-00
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