Sold for $1,200,000 on 11/14/23
$1,200,000
1708 Franklin St, Berkeley, CA 94702
--beds
--baths
1,278sqft
Duplex
Built in 1940
-- sqft lot
$1,108,500 Zestimate®
$939/sqft
$3,901 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,108,500
$1.03M - $1.20M
$3,901/mo
Zestimate® history
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What's special
Welcome to 1708 Franklin St., a rare "Golden Duplex" nestled in Berkeley’s vibrant Westbrae neighborhood, seamlessly blending urban chic with timeless charm. Located merely a short distance from North Berkeley BART and the famed Trader Joe's, and just 1.3 miles from the esteemed UC Berkeley campus, this property stands as a beacon of convenience and architectural elegance. The duplex presents a unique flexibility in its floor plan: the rear unit offers a 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath space with a generously spacious living room adorned with soaring vaulted ceilings and a contemporary remodeled kitchen, while the front unit, built in 1908, exudes old-world charm with its 1-bedroom layout, vaulted ceilings, and preserved hardwood floors. Each unit comes with its own dedicated garden space, allowing residents to find a serene escape right at their doorstep in the midst of urban living. With easy access to major highways and a plethora of shopping and dining options, the property's location is unmatched. 1708 Franklin St. embodies diverse opportunities and dreams. Dive into the unique allure of this Berkeley-style bungalow by visiting 1708Franklin.com.
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 14, 2023 at 01:05pm
Listed by:
Robert Parker DRE #01923837 510-388-4154,
Compass,
Josephine George DRE #01990905,
Compass
Bought with:
Shelly Ouyang, DRE #01914048
Shelly Ouyang, Broker
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41041820
Facts & features
Interior
Heating
- Wall Furnace, Central
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl
Features
- Storage
- Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,278
- Total interior livable area: 1,278 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Street Parking
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Side Yard
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 3,920 sqft
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 58214081
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Duplex
Materials
- Wood
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Utilities for property: Individual Gas Meter
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/14/2023 | Sold | $1,200,000+9.6%$939/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 10/26/2023 | Pending sale | $1,095,000$857/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 10/13/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,095,000+157.6%$857/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner | ||
| 9/11/2019 | Listing removed | $3,300$3/sqft |
Source: Owner | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $1,224,000 +2% |
| 2024 | $17,056 +85.3% | $1,200,000 +119.6% |
| 2023 | $9,204 +2% | $546,329 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: North Berkeley
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Oxford Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Martin Luther King Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Berkeley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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Estimated market value
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