1290 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94702
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OFF MARKET

1290 Bancroft Way
Berkeley, CA 94702

Poet's Corner
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,195 sqft

$1,327,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 17, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $8,079/mo*
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$1,327,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 17, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $8,079/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,195 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.33M
Since last month
Decreased$3K (-0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$75K (+5.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$103K (+8.3%)
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 +75% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.34M
July 2026$1.35M
June 2026$1.34M
May 2026$1.36M
April 2026$1.35M
March 2026$1.36M
February 2026$1.34M
January 2026$1.25M
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
1226 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
07/04/26
2
1
1,039
1141 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$867,952
03/25/26
2
1
1,224
2426 West St, Berkeley, CA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$1,113,000
07/17/26
2
1
1,066
2220 Acton St, Berkeley, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$1,355,000
06/30/26
2
1
998
2323 Browning St, Berkeley, CA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$1,650,000
05/14/26
3
1
1,355
2324 Browning St, Berkeley, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$760,000
04/20/26
2
1
885
1020 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$1,280,000
05/19/26
3
1
1,132
1140 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$889,539
03/25/26
2
2
985
2238 California St, Berkeley, CA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$1,325,000
07/02/26
2
1
998
2220 Browning St, Berkeley, CA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$960,000
01/14/26
2
2
1,019

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
1216 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.06
$1,700,600
3
2
1,247
Off Market
2323 Browning St, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.05
$1,650,000
3
1
1,355
Recently Sold
2326 Browning St, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.08
$550,300
2
1
819
Off Market
2324 Browning St, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.08
$760,000
2
1
885
Recently Sold
Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.08
$1,725,000
4
2
6,576
Recently Sold
2220 Browning St, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.10
$960,000
2
1
1,019
Recently Sold
1914-1412 66th St, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.09
$887,500
Studio
-
-
Off Market
2210 Bonar St, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.10
$1,512,600
3
2
1,360
Off Market
1138 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.11
$1,490,800
4
2
1,383
Off Market
1231 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.10
$1,035,300
2
2
1,168
Off Market
1227 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.10
$1,523,900
3
2
1,552
Off Market
2207 Bonar St, Berkeley, CA 94702
0.11
-
17
8
7,100
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools6 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1929
Living Area
1,195 sqft
Price/Sqft
$1,111
Parking
Garage

About this House

In the heart of Poet's Corner and close to Strawberry Creek Park, this sweet and sunny bungalow has been lovingly updated and maintained. Large living and dining room with fireplace, skylight and beautiful built-ins ooze architectural charm. The spacious kitchen is flooded with light and has an attached laundry room. The adjacent large and sunny "bonus" sunroom has floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the lush garden oasis. Gleaming hardwood floors, fresh paint, a 1-car garage and plenty of storage. Solar cells keep the electric bill to a minimum. Convenient and central location near bike paths, tennis courts, shops and restaurants, West Berkeley and Downtown Berkeley, North Berkeley BART & AC Transit. A charming starter home in a great neighborhood!
1290 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94702 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,195 sqft single-family home in Poet's Corner, built in 1929. It last sold for $1,240,000 on Dec 17, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,327,100, with a rent estimate of $3,557/month.

Home Details for 1290 Bancroft Way

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Family Room
Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionDeckExterior: StuccoGardenPatioPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1929Year Updated: 1929
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3149 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 17, 2021
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40973352
Sold
$1,240,000
Nov 24, 2021
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40973352
Pending
$1,099,000
Nov 12, 2021
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40973352
Listed For Sale
$1,099,000
Nov 27, 2019
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40888212
Sold
$1,015,000
Nov 21, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$850,000

Market trends in Berkeley

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.52M
$28.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
130.6%
2.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
$967
$12MoM
Available listings
116
23MoM
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Neighborhood Overview

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

At least 1 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 100 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 100 % Say it's quiet

  • 100 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 100 % Say there are sidewalks

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  • Trulia User
    "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 1290 Bancroft Way

  • What is 1290 Bancroft Way estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1290 Bancroft Way in Berkeley, CA is $1,327,100.
  • What is the price history for 1290 Bancroft Way?
    1290 Bancroft Way in Berkeley, CA last sold for $1,240,000 in December 2021.
  • 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 $1.52M. That is down $28.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 1290 Bancroft Way have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1290 Bancroft Way in Berkeley, CA has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 1290 Bancroft Way?
    The lot at 1290 Bancroft Way in Berkeley, CA is about 0.07 acres (3,049 sq ft).