Classically newly rebuilt 1906 Craftsman style home. This desirable South Berkeley property was at one time a silent retreat sanctuary with it's towering redwoods. The property now boosts 4 bedrooms having a Junior & Primary Suite along with 3.5 baths. The main floor offers a Junior Suite, with walk-in closet. Beautiful finishes abound with generous & tasteful decorative lighting throughout. Easy flow leads to a Chef's delight with Energy Star high-end appliances, large island w/built-in microwave, seating bar, solid wood custom cabinets, single handle pull down & convenient pot-filler. Plus, above & below cabinet lighting. The open family & dining area leads to a beautiful backyard patio w/additional ambient lighting. Upstairs offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, sitting area & laundry closet. The elegant & spacious Primary Suite bath is Spa like having a rain shower walk-in & stand alone soaking tub. This blend of historic charm with modern elegance welcomes you to timeless sophistication. Detached garage with driveway & off-street parking. Low maintenance landscaped yards with drainage & auto irrigation. Easy access to shops, restaurants, Ashby BART & Public Transportation. Walk Score 92 & Bike Score 99. A walker & biker paradise. Come see this true gem!
Sold for $2,150,000 on 07/15/25
$2,150,000
2133 Essex St, Berkeley, CA 94705
4beds
2,548sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1906
3,484.8 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$844/sqft
$4,834 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 18, 2025 at 03:57pm
Listed by:
Wael Tayara DRE #01811937 408-373-5040,
Bay Valley Realty
Bought with:
Roxana Melgarejo, DRE #01389721
Vanguard Properties
Source: Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41100129

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Tile, Updated Baths, Dual Flush Toilet, Window, Stall Shower, Sunken Tub
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Grill Built-in, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Zoned, Natural Gas
Cooling
- No Air Conditioning
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Indoor Grill, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Hookups Only, Laundry Closet, Common Area
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Updated Kitchen, Smart Thermostat
- Flooring: Tile, Engineered Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Screens
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,548
- Total interior livable area: 2,548 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Direct Access, Off Street, Side Yard Access, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Garden, Garden/Play
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
Lot
- Size: 3,484 sqft
- Features: Level, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Yard Space
Details
- Parcel number: 5315865
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Fiber Cement
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: Yes
- Year built: 1906
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Internet Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Berkeley
- Subdivision: Lower Elmwood