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$1,231,000
● House - Off Market

545 COLUSA AVE

Berkeley, CA 94707
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
1 Bath, 1 Half Bath
square feet
1,941 Ft²
$1,639,649
RealtyHop Estimate
49.33%
Since Jul 1, 2016
CA-San Francisco
Primary Model

About This Property

Stunningly beautiful Mediterranean w/ spacious eat-in kitchen that opens onto private patio & yard. Unique barrel-vaulted ceiling & multi-light arched window add drama to the LR. Kitchen has beamed-ceiling & barn door. On a large park-like lot w/ maples & the rock outcroppings. Near everything.
Unit Size
1,941 Ft²
Days on Market
37 days
Land Size
0.17 acres
Price per sqft
$566
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1928

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Last updated: 4 months ago (bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40741845)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Oct 9, 2025 Sold
Sold
Sep 13, 2025 In contract -
In contract
Aug 21, 2025 Listed by Compass $1,395,000
Listed by Compass
Welcome to 545 Colusa Avenue, a Mediterranean gem in the heart of Berkeley’s coveted Thousand Oaks neighborhood. Situated on an upslope lot, this home is perched well above the street creating a peaceful and retreat-like getaway. Many modern updates are blended with classic charm in this home, which includes a bonus lower level space with its own separate entrance. When you enter the front door, you are drawn to the open concept living room with barrel-vaulted ceilings and gracious multi-light arched windows. The bright remodeled eat-in kitchen features stone counters, beamed ceilings and updated stainless appliances, while hardwood floors create a welcoming feeling throughout. The kitchen opens onto a private patio and a parklike backyard with lush gardens, fruit trees, maples and rock outcroppings. The upstairs features a lovely balcony with outlooks to the Bay Bridge and picturesque skyline views. Across the street from the express commuter bus to The City and just blocks from Solano Avenue’s vibrant shops and Colusa Circle's boutique farmers' market, this home combines serenity and convenience!
Jun 30, 2016 Sold
Sold
May 24, 2016 Listed by BERKELEY HILLS REALTY $1,098,000
Listed by BERKELEY HILLS REALTY

Property Highlights

Garage
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Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1928
  • Effective Year Built: 1928
  • 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: 0
  • Exterior Walls Type: 12
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 8
  • Floor Count: 200
  • 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: 7,500
  • Lot Size Depth Feet: 1,500
  • Lot Size Frontage Feet: 500
  • Total Building Area: 1,941
  • Building Area: 1,941
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 4
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,941
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 1
  • Water Service: 2

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: THOUSAND OAKS
  • Land Acres: 0000000172
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 1100
  • Legal Description 1: LOT: 00026 BLK: AR: 0062 PAGE: 2902

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Berkeley Unified School District
  • Census Tract: 421300

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 2-A2
  • Parcel: 62-2902-26
  • Block: 20
  • Lot: 7
  • Municipality: CITY OF BERKELEY
  • Latitude: 37.8977
  • Longitude: -122.285

    Address

  • Full Address: 545 Colusa Ave
  • Address - House Number: 545
  • Address - Street Name: Colusa
  • Address - Suffix Type: Ave
  • State: CA
  • City Name: Berkeley
  • Carrier Code: C043
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1530
  • Zip Code: 94707

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $2,030,940
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 13-000

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.2111
  • Valuation Date: Jul 12, 2023
  • Confidence Score: 71
  • Final Value: 1,664,540
  • High Value: 2,016,015
  • Low Value: 1,313,065

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2022
  • Assessed Total Value: $1,366,180
  • Assessed Land Value: $411,954
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $961,226

    Exemptions

  • Homeowner Exemption: Yes

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Jun 24, 2016
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Jun 29, 2016
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 36
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 2016162987
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: May 16, 2012
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: May 09, 2012
  • Previous Sale Amount: $819,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 36
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 545 Colusa Avenue built and last sold?
The property at 545 Colusa Avenue was built in 1928 and last sold on Jun 24, 2016 for $1,231,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 545 Colusa Avenue is $1,396,447.
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