Seller's Agent in 2026
Andrew De Vries
Berkshire Hathaway-Franciscan
(415) 585-5200
356 Total Sales
451 Vincente Ave Berkeley, CA 94707
Kensington Area
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,177
Sq Ft
0.3
Acre Lot
Highlights
- City View
- 0.3 Acre Lot
- Traditional Architecture
- Thousand Oaks Elementary School Rated A-
- Secluded Lot
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of June 2026Classic 1920s Berkeley hillside home on an expansive 13024 sq ft cul-de-sac lot in sought-after Thousand Oaks, offering a rare opportunity to restore, reimagine, and create long-term value in a well-established residential setting. Positioned on a sloped, terraced parcel with a defined driveway approach, the property offers a quiet, wooded setting and separation from the street. Approx. 2177 sq ft of living space with 5BR/2BA, including 4 bedrooms on the upper level and an additional lower-level bedroom. A formal entry opens to a central living room with fireplace, hardwood floors, and large windows framing surrounding greenery. Adjoining dining area connects comfortably to the main living space. The interior, including the eat-in kitchen, retains vintage 1926-era character, and offers opportunity for thoughtful redesign and modernization over time. Lower level adds flexibility with guest bedroom, office, or future-use potential, plus laundry room and storage. Terraced outdoor spaces include mature landscaping, pathways, stone retaining walls, and usable hillside zones. Detached garage and off-street parking. Near Solano Ave shops, cafes, schools, UC Berkeley, North Berkeley, Albany, Marin Ave, The Alameda, and key East Bay commute routes. Required City of Berkeley Energy Score is 1.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway-Franciscan License #DRE #01368031 Listed on: 04/30/2026
Last Buyer's Agent
Mark Hardwicke
BHG RE Reliance Partners License #01352634
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1926
Lot Details
- 13,024 Sq Ft Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Northwest Facing Home
- Secluded Lot
- Hillside Location
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,177 Sq Ft Home
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Formal Entry
- Living Room with Fireplace
- City Views
- Partial Basement
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Linoleum
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Utilities
- Central Heating
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 4, 2022
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
$472,000
Interest Rate
3.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 20, 2014
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 30, 2001
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 28, 1999
Sold by
Bought by
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $450,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,814,625 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage | |
| Closed | $1,814,625 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage | |
| Closed | $472,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/22/2026 06/22/26 | Sold | $1,025,000 | +3.0% | $471 / Sq Ft |
| 05/26/2026 05/26/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/20/2026 05/20/26 | Price Changed | $995,000 | -9.1% | $457 / Sq Ft |
| 04/30/2026 04/30/26 | For Sale | $1,095,000 | -- | $503 / Sq Ft |
Source: San Francisco Association of REALTORS®
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 | $23,755 | $1,355,565 | $416,728 | $938,837 |
| 2024 | $22,169 | $1,328,993 | $408,559 | $920,434 |
| 2023 | $21,175 | $1,302,935 | $400,548 | $902,387 |
| 2022 | $8,771 | $299,530 | $118,294 | $181,236 |
| 2021 | $8,732 | $293,656 | $115,974 | $177,682 |
| 2020 | $8,153 | $290,647 | $114,786 | $175,861 |
| 2019 | $7,686 | $284,950 | $112,536 | $172,414 |
| 2018 | $7,481 | $279,363 | $110,329 | $169,034 |
| 2017 | $7,188 | $273,886 | $108,166 | $165,720 |
| 2016 | $6,360 | $268,517 | $106,046 | $162,471 |
| 2015 | $4,189 | $96,493 | $62,425 | $34,068 |
| 2014 | $3,862 | $94,603 | $61,202 | $33,401 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Andrew De Vries
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M
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Mark Hardwicke
BHG RE Reliance Partners
Map
Source: San Francisco Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 426126279
APN: 062-2903-009-00
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