$1,149,000

1209 Talbot Ave Berkeley, CA 94706

$10,000
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,569 sqft
0.06 acres
$732 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1209 Talbot Ave

Dream Home in Berkeley's Westbrae! This home checks all the boxes—and then some. Beautifully remodeled 3++ bedroom, 2-bathroom gem perfectly located in a sweet spot, near shopping, dining, beer garden, bagels, parks and transit. Jarvis Architect design remodel, upgraded with top-notch electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems housed in a woodsy friendly space. Open-concept charming kitchen with custom colorful touches, bar seating, butcher block island and high-end appliances make cooking a dream. In addition to 3 full bedrooms, there’s a dedicated office (w/a private balcony) that could be a spare bedroom. The upstairs bedroom is spacious & bright, bathroom is a vintage love w/a clawfoot tub. The lower level has 2 bedrooms, the bathroom is split with WC/shower + open area sink & vanity, keeps the peace & morning convenience. The attached garage is clean and usable for storage- or maybe a home gym or game room. Cozy family room to relax and hang opens right out to the Backyard- a lovely Robert Trachtenberg /Garden Architecture Landscape designed space w/ patio, grapevine, planters, vibrant & verdant to create a true retreat. Enjoy evenings under the trellis or host friends in the enchanting seating area. Best of Berkeley living - WalkScore 85/BikeScore 97! Open Sat. & Sun. 2-4pm.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
StatusActive
Size1,569 sqft
Lot size0.0574 Acres
Year built1918
ParkingGarage
MLS #41084865
Attached garage1 space

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Summary

  • MLS Number: 41084865
  • MLS Name: CRMLS
  • Office Name: Red Oak Realty
  • Office Phone: (510) 527-9111
  • Office Email: hello@redoakrealty.com
  • Listing Agent: Ana Forest

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
May 02, 1991
Home Sold
$239,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$465,558$9,330
2023$456,430$9,330
2022$447,481$9,284
2021$438,709$9,279
2020$434,213$8,751
2019$425,701$8,169
2018$417,355$7,889
2017$409,171$7,889

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

8

Marin Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

1001 Santa Fe Ave

8

Ruth Acty Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

1400 Ada St

8

Cornell Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

920 Talbot Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $94,340. The most common annual income of people living in Berkeley, CA is between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

17%
<35k
36%
35k-100k
34%
100k-200k
13%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

53%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
20%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
52%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • H&MH&M
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MercedesMercedes
  • AudiAudi
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1209 Talbot Ave

This home is located at 1209 Talbot Ave in Berkeley, CA and zip code 94706 in the Westbrae neighborhood. This 1,569 square foot home, which was built in 1918, sits on a 0.06 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,149,000.

Berkeley, CA housing market in January 2025 saw over 8 listings sold above listed price, more than 5 sold at listed price and over 7 sold below. In January 2025 in Berkeley, CA there were 17.9% more homes for sale than in December. While the average time on the market in January 2025 was 40 days, the median list price was $1,438,800.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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