Welcome to 1237 Ashby Ave, a beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom Craftsman-style home in the heart of Berkeley. This timeless residence blends classic charm with modern upgrades, featuring stunning built-in cabinets in both the living room and formal dining room, as well as abundant natural light that enhances every corner of the home. With its thoughtfully designed layout and tasteful updates, this property offers both comfort and style, making it an ideal retreat for everyday living and entertaining.
Enjoy a prime location with easy access to some of Berkeleys most beloved amenities. Just minutes from Ashby BART, the Berkeley Bowl, Whole Foods, and an array of shops and restaurants along Telegraph Avenue, Elmwood, and Downtown Berkeley. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate proximity to Grove Park, San Pablo Park, and the many trails in the nearby Berkeley Hills. Families benefit from highly regarded Berkeley schools, while commuters enjoy quick access to I-80, Highway 24, and other major freeways for seamless travel throughout the Bay Area. This home perfectly combines convenience, charm, and location, an opportunity not to be missed.
For sale
Price cut: $30K (11/6)
$968,000
1237 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702
2beds
1,190sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1916
4,550 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$813/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Craftsman-style homeAbundant natural lightTasteful updatesThoughtfully designed layoutStunning built-in cabinets
- 71 days |
- 631 |
- 22 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 30, 2025 at 01:13pm
Listed by:
Danny Burgess 01963964 650-665-0922,
eXp Realty of California Inc 888-584-9427,
Alex Hancock 02237999 201-921-7410,
eXp Realty of Northern California, Inc.
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82023320
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom, BedroomonGroundFloor2plus
Bathroom
- Features: StallShower, SunkenGardenTub, Tile, FullonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: DiningFamilyCombo
Family room
- Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Heating
- Central Forced Air Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- High Ceilings
- Flooring: Other, Tile, Vinyl Linoleum
- Doors: Other
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Starter, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,190
- Total interior livable area: 1,190 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Enclosed, No Garage, On Street, Other
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Dock, Fenced, Courtyard
- Fencing: Chain Link,Back Yard,Front Yard,Mixed Height Type,Other,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Other
Lot
- Size: 4,550 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Other
Details
- Parcel number: 0531628013
- Zoning: R3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Crawl Space, Wood Frame
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1916
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $813/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $790,000
- Date on market: 9/30/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveAgency
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$3,696/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/6/2025 | Price change | $968,000-3%$813/sqft |
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| 9/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $998,000+24.8%$839/sqft |
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| 9/2/2025 | Listing removed | $799,997$672/sqft |
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| 8/12/2025 | Price change | $799,997-11.1%$672/sqft |
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| 7/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $899,888+1.2%$756/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $790,000 +34.5% |
| 2024 | $11,384 +3.1% | $587,538 +2% |
| 2023 | $11,039 -1.7% | $576,018 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$5,992/mo
Principal & interest
$4653
Property taxes
$1000
Home insurance
$339
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Southwest Berkeley
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Malcolm X Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Martin Luther King Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 9/10Berkeley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: BerkeleyUnified
Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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