1420 Cornell Ave
Berkeley, CA 94702
Westbrae- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,800 sqft
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,800 sqft
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1919
Living Area
1,800 sqft
Price/Sqft
$876
About this House
Beautifully updated 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in quaint Northwest Berkeley neighborhood. This home features natural wood pillars, crown molding, and recessed lighting throughout. There are hardwood floors in the common living area and master bedroom and carpeting in the additional bedrooms. The open and spacious living room has a slate framed gas fireplace and French doors to a deck. The large deck with built-in barbeque, sink and counter space provides the perfect place for outdoor dining. Stairs lead down from the deck to a landscaped yard with grass, mature trees and flowers. Rope lighting lines the front porch and back deck providing ambient light at night. An updated kitchen is open to the living room and features Corian countertops, new cabinets, a gas stove, and a side-by-side refrigerator/freezer. This level of the home has two bedrooms and a full bath. Each bedroom has a large closet with sliding doors and built-in shelves and hangers. Upstairs is the expansive master bedroom with a slate framed gas fireplace, two skylights that open remotely, and a high vaulted ceiling. The master has ample room for a sitting area and bedroom furniture. Sufficient closet space is found in a short walk-thru hall to the master bath and office. The spa like en-suite bath features a Jacuzzi tub with two showerheads, exquisite tile work, dual sinks, and a sauna. Both the closet hall and bath have skylights letting in additional natural light. An office attached to the master bedroom has built-in shelves and a desk, which can be removed if the tenant desires to use the room as a nursery or young child’s bedroom. A new washer and dryer are located on the lower level. Great walking neighborhood close to coffee shops, restaurants, and shopping. Within minutes of highways 580 and 80 and just blocks from North Berkeley BART.
1420 Cornell Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,800 sqft single-family home in Westbrae, built in 1919. More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2011 with an asking price of $4,250 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 10, 2011. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,576,800, with a rent estimate of $4,987/month.
Home Details for 1420 Cornell Ave
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Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1.5Floors: Tile, Hardwood |
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room, Family Room, Office |
Appliances & Utilities Cable ReadyDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Fireplace & Spa FireplaceHot Tub or Spa |
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Year Built Year Built: 1919Year Updated: 1938 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other |
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Exterior Home Features DeckLawnPatioPorch |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 2482 sqft |
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Pool Sauna |
Price History for 1420 Cornell Ave
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 10/10/2011 | $4,250 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 08/23/2011 | $4,250 | Listed For Rent | Agent Provided |
Market trends in Berkeley
Last updated June 2026
Avg. sale price
$1.54M
$117KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
127.9%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$979
$63MoM
Available listings
138
16MoM
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | |
| Assessment | $164,019 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 1420 Cornell Ave
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.07 | Single-Family Home | $2,375,000 | 03/27/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,713 | |
0.02 | Single-Family Home | $1,475,000 | 07/14/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,481 | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | $2,060,000 | 07/24/26 | 3 | 2 | 2,079 | |
0.16 | Single-Family Home | $1,025,000 | 10/30/25 | 4 | 2 | 1,498 | |
0.07 | Single-Family Home | $1,320,000 | 11/12/25 | 2 | 2 | 1,333 | |
0.24 | Single-Family Home | $1,925,000 | 03/06/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,719 | |
0.39 | Single-Family Home | $1,901,114 | 04/15/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,569 | |
0.12 | Single-Family Home | $2,300,000 | 08/05/26 | 4 | 3 | 1,935 | |
0.25 | Single-Family Home | $1,739,000 | 10/22/25 | 4 | 2 | 1,719 | |
0.50 | Single-Family Home | $1,610,000 | 12/18/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,744 |
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What Locals Say about Westbrae
At least 21 Trulia users voted on each feature.
100 % Say it's dog friendly
97 % Say there are sidewalks
96 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
96 % Say parking is easy
93 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
92 % Say people would walk alone at night
86 % Say kids play outside
76 % Say yards are well-kept
75 % Say streets are well-lit
72 % Say there's holiday spirit
69 % Say neighbors are friendly
67 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
58 % Say it's quiet
57 % Say there's wildlife
56 % Say there are community events
37 % Say car is needed
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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Frequently asked questions about 1420 Cornell Ave
- What is 1420 Cornell Ave estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 1420 Cornell Ave in Berkeley, CA is $1,576,800.
- 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 $1.54M. That is up $117K from the prior month.
- What do residents say about the Westbrae neighborhood?Residents describe the Westbrae neighborhood in Berkeley, CA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and walkable to grocery stores. See recently sold homes in Westbrae, Berkeley.
- Does 1420 Cornell Ave have air conditioning?Yes, 1420 Cornell Ave in Berkeley, CA has air conditioning.
- Does 1420 Cornell Ave have laundry facilities?Yes, 1420 Cornell Ave in Berkeley, CA has in-unit laundry.

