2301 Oak Street, an exceptional mid-century modern residence situated on an expansive corner lot in North Berkeley. Designed by Jaroslav J. Polivka—a collaborator of Frank Lloyd Wright—this home beautifully balances architectural pedigree with modern livability. Spanning approximately 2,035 square feet, the property features a versatile 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom layout. The upper level can serve as a complete 3-bedroom residence or be configured to include a separate studio space with its own private entrance, bathroom and deck viewing area. Key features include: - Living Area: Floor-to-ceiling windows with sweeping Bay views, a striking fireplace, and a distinctive custom gong doorbell. - Dining & Entertaining: A stylish mid-century wet bar and seamless access to an outdoor deck for al fresco dining. - Kitchen: A faithful remodel featuring terrazzo-style flooring, refinished original cabinetry, and modern upgrades. - Bedrooms & Baths: Light-filled rooms with original built-ins and updated bathrooms featuring mid-century-inspired tile and fixtures. - Parking: A two-car garage, a five-car driveway, and ample street parking. The home is finished with refinished hardwood floors and updated lighting throughout, maintaining a cohesive design language. The property also holds a Beso score of 2
Pending
$1,699,000
2301 Oak St, Berkeley, CA 94708
3beds
2,035sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
6,229 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$835/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two-car garageStriking fireplaceDistinctive custom gong doorbellStylish mid-century wet barUpdated lighting throughoutRefinished original cabinetryExpansive corner lot
- 22 days |
- 6,171 |
- 566 |
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Tobias Riday-White DRE #02086493 510-560-8614,
Abio Properties
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41134713
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room
Kitchen
- Features: Dishwasher, Electric Range/Cooktop, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen, Wet Bar
Heating
- Gravity
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer
Features
- Dining Area, Dining Ell, In-Law Floorplan, Updated Kitchen, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Family Room, Insert, Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,035
- Total interior livable area: 2,035 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Attached, Parking Spaces
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two Story
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Low Maintenance, Railed
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced,Full
Lot
- Size: 6,229 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 061255202000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid Century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter, Piling, See Remarks
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Details
- Builder name: Jaroslav Josef Polivka
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $835/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $625,480
- Date on market: 5/18/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$6,055/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/9/2026 | Pending sale | $1,699,000$835/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41134713 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,699,000+325.8%$835/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41134713 Report a problem | ||
| 1/5/1999 | Sold | $399,000+14%$196/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/1997 | Sold | $350,000$172/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $625,480 +2% |
| 2024 | $11,019 +2.3% | $613,218 +2% |
| 2023 | $10,770 +2.2% | $601,197 +2% |
| 2022 | $10,538 +0% | $589,410 +2% |
| 2021 | $10,537 +6.6% | $577,855 +1% |
| 2020 | $9,881 +5.2% | $571,930 +2% |
| 2019 | $9,394 +4.8% | $560,718 +2% |
| 2018 | $8,964 | $549,725 +2% |
| 2017 | $8,964 +4.1% | $538,948 +2% |
| 2016 | $8,613 +3.1% | $528,383 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $8,356 | $520,447 +2% |
| 2014 | $8,356 | $510,252 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $507,950 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $497,991 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $488,227 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $484,581 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $485,734 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $476,210 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $466,873 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $457,720 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $448,747 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $439,950 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $431,890 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $423,423 +2% |
| 2001 | $6,233 | $415,120 |
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Neighborhood: Berkeley Hills
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- 9/10Cragmont Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 10/10Willard Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 9/10Berkeley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
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