Vintage Charm Meets Modern Simplicity — A Unique Berkeley Cottage Tucked away in a serene 5-cottage community, this freestanding 1-bedroom home offers the rare blend of historic character, privacy, and ultra-low-maintenance living. Originally built in 1919 as part of a charming auto court, this petite gem is now part of a small condo association—but lives like a single-family home. No shared walls, no upstairs neighbors—just your own peaceful retreat in a lush garden setting. A cozy front porch welcomes you inside, where warm wood tones, clean lines, and timeless finishes create a sense of calm and character. Step outside into your private yard, a true extension of the living space. Enjoy morning coffee or summer evenings under twinkle lights, with space for lounging, gardening, or entertaining. There’s even a detached shed for extra storage or creative use. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizer, or minimalist seeking a peaceful base in the heart of Berkeley, this cottage offers soulful living with maximum independence and minimum fuss. ~https://www.DerbyStCottage.com/mls/176693806
Sold for $499,000 on 10/20/25
$499,000
1130 Derby St, Berkeley, CA 94702
1beds
--sqft
Condominium
Built in 1919
-- sqft lot
$496,300 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$2,565 Estimated rent
Home value
$496,300
$452,000 - $546,000
$2,565/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 18, 2025 at 08:29am
Listed by:
Heidi Abramson DRE #01319689 510-757-7671,
WEST END PROPERTIES
Bought with:
Luis Ocon, DRE #01333215
eXp Realty of California Inc
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41105054
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters, Microwave, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: In Kitchen
Features
- Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Parking Spaces, Space Per Unit - 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One Story,One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Side Yard
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: Court, Premium Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 54174327
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Cabin
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Siding - Other
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1919
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Utilities for property: Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas Meter
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: None
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Berkeley
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $500 annually
- Services included: Insurance
- Association name: NONE
- Association phone: 925-586-0783
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2025 | Sold | $499,000 |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41105054 | ||
| 9/20/2025 | Pending sale | $499,000 |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41105054 | ||
| 8/22/2025 | Price change | $499,000-5% |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41105054 | ||
| 7/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $525,000-4.5% |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41105054 | ||
| 7/11/2025 | Listing removed | $550,000 |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41089164 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $333,085 +2% |
| 2024 | $5,113 +2.2% | $326,555 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,003 +1.9% | $320,154 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Southwest Berkeley
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Malcolm X Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 8/10Martin Luther King Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 9/10Berkeley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
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Estimated market value
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Estimated market value
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