Graciously preserved & thoughtfully modernized, this enchanting 1923 Craftsman is filled w charm & character. An architectural gem, it features 4BR, 2BA, 2138sf w/ a sunny family room leading to an expansive, south-facing backyard. The moment you step into the whimsical foyer, you’re embraced by a warmth that fills every corner of the home. At its heart lies a bright, beautifully renovated kitchen—both stunning and functional. Abundant cabinetry surrounds a large island, ideal for shared meals & cherished conversations. The family room expands seamlessly to an outdoor living fantasy—an 800sf patio, large grassy yard surrounded by bougainvillea, camellia, magnolia, fig & walnut trees. Birds, bees & butterflies enjoy the roses, jasmine, honeysuckle, wisteria & lavender. Avocado & citrus trees promise future fruit & raised planter beds provide year-round harvests. Recently updated, this home is a design-lover’s dream & a haven for the eco-conscious. Solar panels w/ battery backup, energy-efficient heat pump (heat & AC), new ducting, tankless electric water heater & gas-insert fireplace. Dearly beloved neighborhood w tree-lined streets, gardens galore & block parties w bouncy houses & BBQs. Stroll to Berkeley Bowl, Hidden Cafe, Standard Fare, San Pablo Park. Easy 80 access + BART.
Sold for $1,905,000 on 04/30/25
$1,905,000
1226 Carleton St, Berkeley, CA 94702
4beds
2,138sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
5,227.2 Square Feet Lot
$1,838,200 Zestimate®
$891/sqft
$6,903 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,838,200
$1.65M - $2.04M
$6,903/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: May 02, 2025 at 07:01am
Listed by:
Shannon Mitchell DRE #01957821 415-359-3820,
Salt & Pine Real Estate
Bought with:
Kim Cole, DRE #01970964
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Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41091200
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Ice Maker Hookup, Island, Pantry, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: 220 Volt Outlet, Hookups Only, Electric
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Concrete, Tile
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Insert, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,138
- Total interior livable area: 2,138 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Parking Spaces
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Exterior features: Garden, Back Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Front, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Storage Area
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 5,227 sqft
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 54178725
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Earthquake Braced, Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Sump Pump, Public
- Utilities for property: All Electric
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Appliances, Thermostat, Water Heater
- Water conservation: Low Flow Toilet
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/30/2025 | Sold | $1,905,000+47.1%$891/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41091200 | ||
| 4/17/2025 | Pending sale | $1,295,000$606/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41091200 | ||
| 4/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000-19.1%$606/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41091200 | ||
| 10/12/2020 | Sold | $1,600,000+52.5%$748/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40918792 | ||
| 9/9/2020 | Pending sale | $1,049,000$491/sqft |
Source: Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty #40918792 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $1,731,871 +2% |
| 2024 | $23,913 +2% | $1,697,920 +2% |
| 2023 | $23,445 +1.5% | $1,664,640 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Southwest Berkeley
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Oxford Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10Martin Luther King Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 9/10Berkeley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
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