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$1,305,000
● House - Off Market

1638 CORNELL AVE

Berkeley, CA 94702
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths
square feet
1,343 Ft²
$1,179,641
RealtyHop Estimate
48.38%
Since Oct 1, 2016
CA-San Francisco
Primary Model

About This Property

Wonderful Mid-Century with expansive park like gardens! Located blocks from Gilman Whole Foods, Philz Coffee, N. Berkeley BART and more! Smart layout, lots of sunshine, mature fruit trees, this one is a real winner!  Don't miss this opportunity!!
Unit Size
1,343 Ft²
Days on Market
19 days
Land Size
0.11 acres
Price per sqft
$592
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1947

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Last updated: 4 months ago (bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40756095)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Mar 10, 2025 Sold
Sold
Feb 12, 2025 Listed by eXp Realty of California $1,288,000
Listed by eXp Realty of California
Charming Mid-Century Gem with Expansive, Park-Like Gardens – Move-In Ready! This beautifully maintained single-level home offers a thoughtfully designed layout with 2 spacious bedrooms conveniently located off the living room, and an additional bedroom off the dining area that creates the perfect retreat – feel like you have your own private suite! Enjoy fresh interior paint, gleaming hardwood floors, and modern light fixtures that enhance the home’s welcoming ambiance. Skylights in the kitchen and hallway flood the home with natural light, creating a bright and airy feel throughout. Situated blocks from Gilman Whole Foods, Philz Coffee, North Berkeley BART, and more, this location can’t be beat (Walkscore - 94)! Sun-drenched spaces, mature fruit trees (including 2 loquats, 1 pomelo, and 1 pear tree), and a smart, efficient layout make this a must-see property. Don’t miss your chance to call this beauty home!
Sep 26, 2016 Sold
Sold
Sep 7, 2016 Listed by THE GRUBB COMPANY $795,000
Listed by THE GRUBB COMPANY

Property Highlights

Garage
Fireplace

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1947
  • Effective Year Built: 1950
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 6
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 0
  • 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: 100
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 7
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5,000
  • Total Building Area: 1,343
  • Building Area: 1,343
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 0
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,343
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: KEYSTONE
  • Land Acres: 0000000115
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 1100
  • Legal Description 1: LOT: 00001 BLK: 0025 AR: 0059 PAGE: 2289

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Berkeley Unified School District
  • Census Tract: 422200

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 1-E6
  • Parcel: 59-2289-25-1
  • Block: 4
  • Lot: 7&8
  • Municipality: CITY OF BERKELEY
  • Latitude: 37.8742
  • Longitude: -122.291

    Address

  • Full Address: 1638 Cornell Ave
  • Address - House Number: 1638
  • Address - Street Name: Cornell
  • Address - Suffix Type: Ave
  • State: CA
  • City Name: Berkeley
  • Carrier Code: C069
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1306
  • Zip Code: 94702

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $2,030,460
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 13-000

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.2055
  • Valuation Date: Jul 12, 2023
  • Confidence Score: 72
  • Final Value: 1,666,822
  • High Value: 2,009,359
  • Low Value: 1,324,285

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2022
  • Assessed Total Value: $1,427,187
  • Assessed Land Value: $428,156
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $999,031

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Sep 21, 2016
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Sep 26, 2016
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 36
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 2016244832
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HOA + Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 1638 Cornell Avenue built and last sold?
The property at 1638 Cornell Avenue was built in 1947 and last sold on Sep 21, 2016 for $1,305,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 1638 Cornell Avenue is $1,279,528.
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