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$1,095,000
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1537 Ashby Ave

Berkeley, CA 94703
bedrooms
2 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
1,529 Ft²
$5,377
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Discover modern serenity at 1537 Ashby Avenue! Extensively remodeled and completed in 2010, this thoughtfully designed Berkeley home combines contemporary architecture, warmth, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. The spacious kitchen and dining area open to an inviting living room with a gas fireplace, while four floor-to-ceiling folding French doors connect the interior to a generous backyard, creating a wonderful setting for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, two private primary suites each feature their own closet and full bathroom, complemented by a conveniently located laundry closet. Designed to minimize street noise, the home offers an unexpected sense of tranquility in a central Berkeley location. Fully fenced and gated, the property provides privacy and comfort. Situated on an approximately 5,400 sq. ft. lot, the substantial rear yard and existing access offer exciting possibilities for an ADU or additional residential development, subject to City of Berkeley regulations and approvals. Freshly painted inside and out, beautifully presented, and boasting a BESO Home Energy Score of 9 out of 10. A distinctive modern retreat with room to enjoy today and possibilities for tomorrow. Welcome home!
Unit Size
1,529 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.12 acres
Price per sqft
$716
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1900

Listed By

Hiroko Tsumori
Bay Area Modern Real Estate

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Last updated: 14 days ago (bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41149403)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Oct 9, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Sep 25, 2026 Listed by Bay Area Modern Real Estate $1,095,000
Listed by Bay Area Modern Real Estate

Property Highlights

Parking Available
Fireplace
Parking Details
Parking Features: Off Street, OneSpace
Interior Details
Half Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 2
Appliances: Dryer, Washer
Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 1529
Architectural Style: Contemporary
Year Built: 1915
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Stucco
Pool Features: None
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden
Lot Size Area: 5400
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.124
Lot Size Square Feet: 5400
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: None

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1900
  • Effective Year Built: 1915
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 6
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 3
  • Building Quality: 7
  • Construction Type: 17
  • Building Style: 16
  • Exterior Walls Type: 0
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 0
  • Floor Count: 150
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 0
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0
  • Location Influence Type: 226

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5,400
  • Total Building Area: 2,172
  • Gross Building Area: 2,172
  • Building Area: 2,172
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 0
  • Heated Square Feet: 2,172
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 4
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: HARMON
  • Land Acres: 0000000124
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 1100
  • Legal Description 1: LOT: 00008 BLK: AR: 0053 PAGE: 1611

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Berkeley Unified School District
  • Census Tract: 423400

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 4-A3
  • Parcel: 53-1611-8
  • Block: N
  • Lot: 2
  • Municipality: CITY OF BERKELEY
  • Latitude: 37.8537
  • Longitude: -122.278

    Address

  • Full Address: 1537 Ashby Ave
  • Address - House Number: 1537
  • Address - Street Name: Ashby
  • Address - Suffix Type: Ave
  • State: CA
  • City Name: Berkeley
  • Carrier Code: C010
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 2301
  • Zip Code: 94703

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $607,382
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 13-000

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.2271
  • Valuation Date: Jul 12, 2023
  • Confidence Score: 68
  • Final Value: 1,052,651
  • High Value: 1,291,743
  • Low Value: 813,558

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2022
  • Assessed Total Value: $285,379
  • Assessed Land Value: $252,486
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $39,893

    Exemptions

  • Homeowner Exemption: Yes
Data used for valuation calculations is provided by RealtyHop, and other third party sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 1537 Ashby Avenue built and last sold?
The property at 1537 Ashby Avenue was built in 1900 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $0.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 1537 Ashby Avenue is $1,121,661.
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