1249 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94702
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OFF MARKET

$1,690,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,044 sqft

1249 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94702

Poet's Corner
Est. Refi. Payment $10,994/mo*
Refinance Your Home
Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 30, 2020 for $1,330,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.69M
Since last month
Increased$14K (+0.8%)
Since last year
Increased$192K (+12.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$356K (+26.7%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +83% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$1.69M
September 2026$1.69M
August 2026$1.67M
July 2026$1.67M
June 2026$1.69M
May 2026$1.67M
April 2026$1.63M
March 2026$1.65M
February 2026$1.59M
January 2026$1.5M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1236 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$2,200,000
09/09/26
3
2
1,412
2423 10th St, Berkeley, CA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$1,350,000
02/25/26
3
2
1,558
2214 Curtis St, Berkeley, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
08/31/26
2
1.5
1,100
2435 Bonar St, Berkeley, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$1,625,000
02/19/26
3
2
1,559
2304 Edwards St, Berkeley, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,180,000
02/25/26
5
2
1,945
1230 Addison St, Berkeley, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
03/19/26
4
2
1,281
1135 Parker St, Berkeley, CA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$1,720,000
03/16/26
3
2
1,743
2220 Browning St, Berkeley, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$960,000
01/14/26
2
2
1,019
2310 Spaulding Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$1,700,000
10/24/25
3
2
1,543
2323 Browning St, Berkeley, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$1,650,000
05/14/26
3
1
1,355

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1245 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.01
$1,905,100
2
2
2,049
Off Market
1233 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.01
$1,411,300
2
2
1,874
Off Market
2290 Bonar St, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.02
$1,185,600
2
2
1,385
Off Market
1231 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.02
$1,144,500
2
1
1,154
Off Market
1229 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.02
-
2
1
1,100
Off Market
2284 Bonar St, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.02
$1,204,100
2
1
875
Off Market
2249 Bonar St #H, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.02
-
3
1
1,100
Off Market
2249 Bonar St, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.03
-
2
1
7,100
Off Market
2249 Bonar St #E, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.03
-
2
1
950
Off Market
2249 Bonar St #D, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.03
$1,242,400
2
1
-
Off Market
2249 Bonar St #C, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.03
-
2
1
875
Off Market
2249 Bonar St #F, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.03
-
2
1
900
Off Market
2249 Bonar St #A, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.03
-
2
1
900
Off Market
2249 Bonar St #G, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.03
-
2
1
900
Off Market
2249 Bonar St #B, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.03
$1,242,400
2
1
-
Off Market
1128-1130 Bancroft Way #3, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.03
-
2
1
-
Off Market
1302-1306 Bancroft Way #1304, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.03
-
1
1
-
Off Market
1302-1306 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.03
-
2
1
-
Off Market
1128-1130 Bancroft Way #A, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.03
-
3
1
-
Off Market
1128-1130 Bancroft Way #1, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.03
-
2
1
-
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools6 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1937
2,044 sqft
$827/sqft
Garage

About this House

Welcome home to Poet's Corner, with a Walkscore of 90 and a Bikescore of 99. With North Berkeley BART and Transbay bus lines minutes away, you can go carless and use the huge garage another way. Inside this sunny, split-level beauty are three generously-proportioned bedrooms with large closets, one full bath, and room to roam. Downstairs is a studio in-law with its own kitchen and full bathroom. Extra storage and laundry room/office can be partitioned as you like. A cute private yard completes this home sweet home!
1249 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94702 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,044 sqft single-family home in Poet's Corner, built in 1937. It last sold for $1,330,000 on Jul 30, 2020. More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2012 with an asking price of $3,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on May 17, 2012. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,690,800, with a rent estimate of $6,635/month.

Home Details for 1249 Bancroft Way

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, ElectricHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities
Dishwasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Linoleum Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionExterior: Vinyl
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1937Year Updated: 1937
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3998 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 30, 2020
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40909596
Sold
$1,330,000
Jul 7, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$1,095,000
Jun 23, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$1,095,000
May 17, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$3,000
May 12, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$3,000

Market trends in Berkeley

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.49M
$4.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
129.6%
0.9%MoM
Price per sq ft
$963
$0MoM
Available listings
120
3MoM

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Poet's Corner
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What Locals Say about Poet's Corner

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    "I lived here over ten years ago, and the neighborhood is even better today. Local stores, restaurants, and green-space is perfect. Plus, just a short walk to aquatic park. "
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  • Bahareh J.
    "Convinient, regular bus transportation and 20 walk to bart station. Gig cars are allowed to park and .."
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  • Davidhubbard45
    "Commuting is easy in this neighborhood. So many options to choose from. Bus, Bart, Bicycle, Carpool. "
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  • Davidhubbard45
    "Street block parties, community earthquake training, cafes and restaurants, events in Strawberry Creek Park. "
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  • Lauraeinowski
    "I ride my bike on bike Blvd or a bike path. I don’t like driving in this area because it’s connected to so many arterial streets. It’s generally pretty congested. "
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  • Notcyndi
    "There are no speeding cars and n the neighborhood & ample street parking available. Street cleaning only 2x/mo on weekdays after 9a. "
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  • Notcyndi
    "Charming bungalow. Many friendly families with young children, as well as many bikers & dog walkers in Poets Corner."
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  • Notcyndi
    "Foot traffic, sidewalks, & charm. Street parking available. Street cleaning 2x/mo. Family & professionals friendly."
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  • Notcyndi
    "Poets Corner is filled with darling Craftsmen style homes & a few “dwell” modern style remodels & fences."
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Frequently asked questions about 1249 Bancroft Way

  • What is 1249 Bancroft Way estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1249 Bancroft Way in Berkeley, CA is $1,690,800.
  • What is the price history for 1249 Bancroft Way?
    1249 Bancroft Way in Berkeley, CA last sold for $1,330,000 in July 2020.
  • Is Berkeley a buyer's or seller's market?
    Berkeley is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Berkeley?
    The median sale price in Berkeley is $1.49M. That is down $4.17K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 1249 Bancroft Way?
    The lot at 1249 Bancroft Way in Berkeley, CA is about 0.09 acres (3,920 sq ft).
  • Does 1249 Bancroft Way have a garage?
    Yes, 1249 Bancroft Way in Berkeley, CA has a garage.

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