$1,295,000
SOLD JUN 30, 2026

2541 Hilgard Ave Berkeley, CA 94709

North Berkeley Neighborhood
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,556 Sq Ft
6,534 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 30, 2026

$832 Per Sq Ft

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Golden Gate Bridge
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
  • Premium Lot
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of June 2026

Nestled among mature, beautifully landscaped grounds, this spacious and elegant split-level condo offers a rare blend of timeless character and thoughtful updates. Lovingly maintained while preserving its original charm and distinction, the condo features 2+ bedrooms and 2 baths, gleaming hardwood floors throughout, a gracious formal dining room, and a welcoming fireplace that anchors the light-filled living spaces. Expansive city and bay views create a stunning backdrop, best enjoyed from the private deck—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Additional highlights include excellent storage and two parking spaces for added convenience. Ideally located close to campus, BART, and Berkeley’s vibrant gourmet district, this exceptional residence offers both classic elegance and outstanding access to the very best of Berkeley living.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christian Thede

NORTHBRAE PROPERTIES License #01335015 Listed on: 06/03/2026

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 1941

Lot Details

  • Landscaped
  • Lot Sloped Up
  • Front Yard Fenced, Side and Back Yard
  • Low Maintenance Yard
  • Garden

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Golden Gate Bridge
  • San Francisco
  • Views of the Bay Bridge
  • Bridge
  • Downtown

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Retrofit for Earthquakes

Interior Spaces

  • 1,556 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights in Kitchen
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Greenhouse Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Home Office
  • Front Gate
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Flush Toilets
  • Primary Bathroom Bathtub Only
  • Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Window or Skylight in Bathroom

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Crawl Space

Accessible Home Design

  • Grab Bars

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Separate Meters
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Individual Gas Meter
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Internet Available

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • 2 Units
  • Association Phone (510) 774-5927
  • Berkeley Subdivision

Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities

Pet Policy

  • Limit on the number of pets
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 1941

Lot Details

6,534 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Fencing: Fenced, Front Yard
  • Lot Features: Premium Lot, Sloped Up, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped
  • LotSizeAcres: 0.15
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, Bridge(s), City, City Lights, Downtown, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, Water
  • Has View?: Yes
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Association Amenities: Laundry
  • Association Fee Inclusions: None
  • Association Phone #: 510-774-5927
  • Has HOA?: Yes
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBNORT
  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • Subdivision Name: BERKELEY
  • Accessibility Features: Grab Bars
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Partial
  • Has Basement?: Yes
  • BuildingName: None
  • Has Cooling?: Yes
  • Has Fireplace?: Yes
  • Living Area: 1556
  • Is New Construction?: No
  • Efficiency: Other
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Office, Counter - Solid Surface, Updated Kitchen
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Greenhouse Window(s), Screens, Skylight(s), Window Coverings
  • Primary Bath Includes:: Stall Shower, Tile, Tub
  • RoomKitchenFeatures: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator, Skylight(s), Tile Counters, Updated Kitchen
  • Primary Bath Includes:: Dual Flush Toilet, Stall Shower, Tile, Window

Exterior Features

  • Pool Features: None
  • Has Private Pool?: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Unit Faces Common Area, Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard, Entry Gate, Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance
  • Foundation Details: Concrete, Earthquake Braced
  • Property Condition: Existing
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Has Attached Garage?: No
  • Has Carport?: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Has Attached Garage?: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Off Street, Parking Spaces, Garage Door Opener
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Common Area, Laundry Room
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer in Street
  • Utilities: Sewer Connected, Internet Available, Natural Gas Connected, Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas Meter
  • Water Source: Meter on Site, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Other
  • Association Name: NONE
  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6456

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 2

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Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 23, 2009
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 17, 2002
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$251,000
Outstanding Balance
$84,660
Interest Rate
5%
Estimated Equity
$992,829
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

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $500,000 First American Title Guarant
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $251,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $24,000 Stand Alone Second
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/30/2026 06/30/26 Sold $1,295,000 0.0% $832 / Sq Ft
06/17/2026 06/17/26 Pending -- -- --
06/03/2026 06/03/26 For Sale $1,295,000 -- $832 / Sq Ft
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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
2025 $13,094 $790,958 $282,399 $515,559
2024 $11,965 $775,314 $276,862 $505,452
2023 $11,718 $766,980 $271,436 $495,544
2022 $11,512 $744,943 $266,114 $485,829
2021 $11,542 $730,204 $260,898 $476,306
2020 $10,937 $729,649 $258,224 $471,425
2019 $10,521 $715,346 $253,162 $462,184
2018 $10,348 $701,322 $248,199 $453,123
2017 $9,990 $687,575 $243,334 $444,241
2016 $9,679 $674,097 $238,564 $435,533
2015 $9,551 $663,976 $234,982 $428,994
2014 $9,488 $650,972 $230,380 $420,592
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Christian Thede

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Christian Thede

    NORTHBRAE PROPERTIES

    (510) 774-5927

    9 in this area

    41 Total Sales

    Christian Thede
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41136942

bridgeMLS

APN: 058-2196-036-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94709 North Berkeley

2541 Hilgard Ave, Berkeley, CA

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