256 Fairlawn Dr Berkeley, CA 94708
Berkeley Hills NeighborhoodEstimated payment $6,769/month
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,152
Sq Ft
$864
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Ocean View
- Updated Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- Cragmont Elementary School Rated A
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- 3-minute walk to Terrace View Park
About This Home
$1,250,000 transparency pricing-Sellers bought for $1,300,000 & have since replaced roof, doors, most windows, upgraded lighting & kitchen appliances! What a great opportunity! This charming mid-century modern home is 1,152 sq ft & offers contemporary comforts set in the idyllic nature of the coveted Berkeley Hills. 2 bedroom (plus bonus room) home boasts full bathroom w/ laundry, chic living & dining room overlooking the Bay, updated eat-in kitchen, beautiful back patio area w/ AMAZING Bay views & backyard pathways offering multiple entertaining areas. As you walk through the lush & green enclosed front patio into the home, you will be delighted by the exposed wood vaulted ceilings & grand windows allowing natural light to fill the living & dining room. A wall of windows overlooks the Bay, boasting stunning views year-round. The decorative brick fireplace adds modern elements to the space. The well-planned kitchen comes w/ gorgeous quartz counter tops, stainless steel appliances, gas range & plenty of cabinet & storage space. All three bedroom are inviting and roomy w/ a lot of closet space & impressive windows filling the rooms w/ natural light. The full bathroom comes complete with generous counter tops, updated vanity, shower over tub & all-in-one washer & ventless dryer.
Listing Agent
Keller Williams Realty License #01732310 Listed on: 06/13/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,709
Year Built
- Built in 1954
Lot Details
- 4,695 Sq Ft Lot
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- Carport
Property Views
- Ocean
- Bay
- Panoramic
- City Lights
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Skylights
- Decorative Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Eco-Friendly Details
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Thermostat
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- North Berkeley Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 60248482
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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 | $14,709 | $960,273 | $288,082 | $672,191 |
| 2023 | $14,183 | $941,447 | $282,434 | $659,013 |
| 2022 | $13,899 | $922,987 | $276,896 | $646,091 |
| 2021 | $13,950 | $904,894 | $271,468 | $633,426 |
| 2020 | $13,313 | $895,618 | $268,685 | $626,933 |
| 2019 | $12,900 | $878,064 | $263,419 | $614,645 |
| 2018 | $12,691 | $860,851 | $258,255 | $602,596 |
| 2017 | $12,252 | $843,972 | $253,191 | $590,781 |
| 2016 | $11,918 | $827,428 | $248,228 | $579,200 |
| 2015 | $11,771 | $815,000 | $244,500 | $570,500 |
| 2014 | $9,751 | $642,893 | $192,868 | $450,025 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/15/2025 06/15/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/13/2025 06/13/25 | For Sale | $995,000 | -23.5% | $864 / Sq Ft |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,300,000 | -- | -- |
| 03/01/2024 03/01/24 | Sold | $1,300,000 | +40.5% | $1,128 / Sq Ft |
| 02/13/2024 02/13/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/31/2024 01/31/24 | For Sale | $925,000 | -- | $803 / Sq Ft |
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,300,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $815,000 | North American Title Co Inc | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,040,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $611,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $125,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 41101396
APN: 060-2484-008-02
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