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Sold for $1,750,000 on 05/28/25
  • $1,750,000

    1216 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94702

    3beds
    1,247sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1942
    3,920.4 Square Feet Lot
    $1,734,700 Zestimate®
    $1,403/sqft
    $4,471 Estimated rent

    What's special

    This architect designed, single-level, Poet's Corner home blends modern elegance with tranquility. The residence exudes understated luxury with vaulted ceilings, an open-concept floorplan, and designer finishes. The beautifully appointed chef’s kitchen has custom white oak veneer cabinetry, striking quartzite countertops, premium appliances, and abundant skylights. Warm wood tones complement a curated palette of wall colors, creating a refined yet inviting ambiance. Designed for California’s quintessential indoor-outdoor living, the home opens effortlessly to a lush and blooming rear garden. The landscape architect–designed garden is a true urban sanctuary. Mature trees and vibrant flowering beds frame intimate spaces for relaxation & entertaining. Dappled sunlight filters through the canopy, while thoughtfully placed seating areas invite quiet reflection or lively gatherings. This immersive retreat offers serenity, beauty, and function. Completing the property is a sleek, architect-designed 1-bedroom / 1-bath ADU w/polished concrete floors, radiant heating, custom cabinetry, and expansive doors that open directly to the verdant garden. Mins to shops, restaurants, UCB, Berkeley Schools & public transportation (inc. the Transbay bus to SF) & BART.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: May 28, 2025 at 05:59pm

    Listed by:

    Karthiga Satkunanandan DRE #01394142 510-409-5356,

    The Grubb Co. Inc.

    Bought with:

    Grace Bishop, DRE #01245471

    Red Oak Realty

    Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41096436MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Heat Pump, Radiant
    Cooling
    • Heat Pump
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
    • Laundry: Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl
    Features
    • Storage, Updated Kitchen
    • Flooring: Concrete, Wood
    • Windows: Skylight(s)
    • Has fireplace: No
    • Fireplace features: None
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,247
    • Total interior livable area: 1,247 sqft

    Property

    Features
    • Levels: One Story
    • Stories: 1
    • Exterior features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 3,920 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: 056192500400
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Bungalow
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Siding
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Existing
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1942

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: No Solar

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Berkeley

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
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    Estimated market value

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