NOT LISTED FOR SALE

549 Santa Barbara Rd Berkeley, CA 94707

Kensington Area

Estimated Value: $1,308,178 - $1,464,000

5 Beds
3 Baths
2,427 Sq Ft
$569/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: February 27, 2026

Last sale price $1,350,000 $556 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,246 / mo

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Bay View
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Thousand Oaks Elementary School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating System

About This Home

As of February 2026

INVESTORS / FLIPPERS / DIY ENTHUSIASTS — seize the opportunity to reimagine this Thousand Oaks gem. With generous square footage and great bones, this home offers a rare chance to unlock value and create something truly special in a prime Berkeley location. Situated on a picturesque, tree-lined street in one of North Berkeley’s most sought-after neighborhoods, the property enjoys close proximity to Solano Avenue’s vibrant mix of shops, cafés, restaurants, and daily conveniences. Nearby parks, scenic trails, and neighborhood amenities enhance the appeal of Thousand Oaks living. Easy access to UC Berkeley, BART, public transit, and major commute routes makes this location as practical as it is desirable. Home Energy Score of 2

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lauren Kraus

Coldwell Banker License #01802949 Listed on: 02/09/2026

Coldwell Banker

Last Buyer's Agent

Tracy Zhou

Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty License #01896893

Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 5,300 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Bay Views

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Kitchen
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Thousand Oaks Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 62294038

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

5,300 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Thousand Oaks
  • Directions: use GPS
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: None
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Eat-in Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Hookups Only, In Kitchen
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5300
  • Parcel Number: 62294038

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 9, 2026
Closed on
Feb 25, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Lauren Kraus
Coldwell Banker
Buyer's Agent
Tracy Zhou
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$995,900
Sold Price
$1,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
$354,100
35.56%
Views
122
Current Estimated Value
$1,381,795

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$31,795
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.84%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 17, 2020
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
$2,625,000
Interest Rate
0.033%
Mortgage Type
Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 2018
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 30, 2003
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
$434,800
Interest Rate
0.05%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 23, 2001
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
$438,000
Interest Rate
0.07%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 22, 2001
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
$438,000
Interest Rate
0.07%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 25, 1995
Sold by
Bought by
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$922,360 Old Republic Title Company
-- Placer Title Company
-- None Available
-- Placer Title Company
-- Placer Title Company
-- --
-- Fidelity National Title Ins
-- --
-- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed $2,625,000
Previous Owner $110,000
Previous Owner $100,000
Previous Owner $434,800
Previous Owner $438,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/27/2026 02/27/26 Sold $1,350,000 +35.6% $556 / Sq Ft
02/17/2026 02/17/26 Pending -- -- --
02/09/2026 02/09/26 For Sale $995,900 -- $410 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa 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 $8,609 $215,544 $59,328 $163,216
2024 $7,295 $211,181 $58,165 $160,016
2023 $7,047 $213,903 $57,024 $156,879
2022 $6,776 $202,710 $55,906 $153,804
2021 $6,737 $198,598 $54,810 $150,788
2020 $6,207 $203,490 $54,248 $149,242
2019 $5,768 $199,501 $53,185 $146,316
2018 $5,609 $195,590 $52,142 $143,448
2017 $5,387 $191,756 $51,120 $140,636
2016 $5,066 $187,995 $50,117 $137,878
2015 $4,967 $185,172 $49,365 $135,807
2014 $4,816 $181,546 $48,398 $133,148
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Lauren Kraus

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Lauren Kraus

    Coldwell Banker

    (925) 323-1582

    99 Total Sales

    Lauren Kraus
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  • Tracy Zhou

    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Tracy Zhou

    Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty

    (415) 503-7363

    77 Total Sales

    Tracy Zhou
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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41123415

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 062-2940-038-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94707

549 Santa Barbara Rd, Berkeley, CA

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