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Sold on 12/02/2014
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2139 Essex St, Berkeley, CA 94705

  • $2,047,000

    Last sold 12/02/2014 for $988K

  • 5

    bed

  • 3

    bath

  • 2,333

    Sqft ($423/Sqft)

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About 2139 Essex St

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1910
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 3,885 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Rental estimate
Property description
Dazzling Berkeley Bungalow with ADU and Outdoor Party Pavilion! This stunning property is nestled in the Lorin, a sweet pocket neighborhood close to the popular Elmwood Shopping District and Berkeley Bowl Market. A sweeping open floor plan includes an extensively remodeled kitchen with marble countertops and KitchenAid appliances. Located on the main level is the garden-facing primary suite brimming with natural light. The generous primary bathroom is updated with a double modern- style vanity, ceramic teal tile, and a dual rain shower system. Also on the main level you will find another bedroom, and a full bathroom updated with a dramatic modern flair. Downstairs, 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom provide ample space for home office and guests. The garden area includes a 1 bedroom / 1 bathroom ADU. A large carport in the backyard is wonderful for outdoor entertaining or auto enthusiasts. Near BART, freeways, Berkeley Bowl, Whole Foods, Elmwood Shopping District and more!
Listed by
Listing Agent - Sari Cooper
Listing Office - Red Oak Realty
Source: MAXEBRDI mls logo
MLS#41092351 • last updated 1 year ago
Movoto checked MAXEBRDI for data 7 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC None
Heating Forced Air
Levels/Style Two Story, 2, Edwardian, Modern/High Tech
Type Residential
Status Sold
SubType Detached
Living Area 2333
Lot Size (SqFt) 3885
Lot Size (Acres) 0.09
Year Built 1910
Property Condition Existing
Interior
Total # of Bathrooms 3
# Full Baths 3
# Bedrooms 5
Total # of Rooms 11
Laundry Dryer, Washer
Kitchen Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Electric Range/Cooktop, Garbage Disposal, Range/Oven Built-in, Updated Kitchen
Flooring Vinyl
Appliances Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Range, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Fireplace None
Exterior
Roof Composition
Construction Stucco
Parking Carport - 2 Or More, Off Street, Tandem, Uncovered Park Spaces 2+
Lot Description Front Yard, Landscape Front, Landscape Back
Amenities / Utilities
Electricity No Solar
Pool None
Location
County Alameda
Subdivision Lower Elmwood
Directions Ashby To Wheeler Right Onto Essex
APN 5315863
$2.04M
Range: $1.84M-$2.25M
Last 30 days 
Rental est.: $6,018/month
Gross rent multiplier: 15.2
  • Apr 2025
    mls logo MLS # 41092351
  • Apr 23, 2025 Pending
    —
  • Apr 9, 2025 Listed
    $1,095,000
  • Apr 9, 2025 Listed
    $1,095,000 (+10.8%)
  • Dec 2014
    mls logo MLS # 40670263
  • Dec 2, 2014 Sold
    $988,000 (-1.0%)
  • Oct 16, 2014 Pending
    —
  • Aug 15, 2014 Listed
    $998,000 (+49.0%)
  • Oct 2012
    mls logo MLS # 40579921
  • Oct 5, 2012 Sold
    $670,000 (-4.3%)
  • Jun 29, 2012 Listed
    $699,888 (+44.3%)
  • Jun 2007
    mls logo MLS # 40266843
  • Jun 7, 2007 Sold
    $485,000 (-2.8%)
  • May 8, 2007 Listed
    $499,000
  • 2139 Essex St
    $988K
  • South Berkeley
    $961K +1% y/y
  • 94705
    $1.99M +11% y/y
  • Berkeley
    $1.09M -8% y/y
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Malcolm X Elementary School
public Grades K-5
Berkeley Unified School District
7/10
Emerson Elementary School
public Grades K-5
Berkeley Unified School District
7/10
John Muir Elementary School
public Grades K-5
Berkeley Unified School District
8/10
Willard Middle School
public Grades 6-8
Berkeley Unified School District
8/10
Berkeley High School
public Grades 9-12
Berkeley Unified School District
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