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!
Sold for $1,825,000 on 05/07/25
$1,825,000
2139 Essex St, Berkeley, CA 94705
5beds
2,333sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
3,920.4 Square Feet Lot
$1,796,000 Zestimate®
$782/sqft
$7,209 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 08, 2025 at 03:28am
Listed by:
Sari Cooper DRE #02002965 510-715-9807,
Red Oak Realty
Bought with:
Gretchen Roethle, DRE #01945375
Salt & Pine Real Estate
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41092351

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Range, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer, Washer
Features
- Storage, Stone Counters, Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,333
- Total interior livable area: 2,333 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport - 2 Or More, Off Street, Tandem, Uncovered Park Spaces 2+
- Has carport: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two Story
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Backyard, Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Entry Gate, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Landscape Misc, Low Maintenance, Yard Space
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced,Back Yard,Front Yard,Full
Lot
- Size: 3,920 sqft
- Features: Front Yard, Landscape Front, Landscape Back
Details
- Parcel number: 5315863
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Edwardian,Modern/High Tech
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Sump Pump
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
Services availability
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Estimated market value
$1,796,000