2 Beds
1 Bath
950 sqft
1421 Walnut St, Berkeley, CA 94709
Home Highlights
Apartment
Built in 1959
950 sqft
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- Schools6 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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About this House
What's unique:Private patioGranite countertop kitchenPlenty of storageTiled bathroomBosch dishwasherEven dustless radiant heat
Quiet, clean and well-maintained apartment 5 blocks to UC and public transportation. Spacious (925 sq.ft). 2 good-sized bedrooms (175 and 145 sq.ft) with built-in closets. 3rd occupant can have own private space by partitioning off the living room with curtains and tall shelves. Granite countertop kitchen includes Bosch dish washer. Tiled bathroom. Even, dustless radiant heat. Cozy living room with fireplace. Plenty of storage. Wired for fiber optics Internet. Private patio! Half block to Peet's Coffee, Walnut Sq retail, CVS Pharmacy, Andronico's, Safeway.
Max three occupants. Rent $3485 includes heat, gas, water, garbage. First year lease may shorten to 10 months, then 1 year thereafter. Carport parking extra. No pets or smoking.
Max three occupants. Rent $3485 includes heat, gas, water, garbage. First year lease may shorten to 10 months, then 1 year thereafter. Carport parking extra. No pets or smoking.
1421 Walnut St, Berkeley, CA 94709 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 950 sqft apartment in Gourmet Ghetto, built in 1959. It last sold for $1,155,000 on Jan 4, 2005 (33,042% above the $3,485 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2026 with an asking price of $3,485 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 4, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $3,616/month.
Home Details for 1421 Walnut St
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Heating & Cooling Heating: FireplaceHeating Fuel: Fireplace |
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherRefrigerator |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Hardwood |
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Year Built Year Built: 1959 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Apartment |
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Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now |
Comparable Sales for 1421 Walnut St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.38 | Apartment | $2,302,000 | 12/23/25 | 1 | 3 | 3,038 sqft | |
1.26 | Apartment | $565,000 | 05/26/26 | 2 | 2 | 980 sqft | |
0.46 | Apartment | $1,800,000 | 01/23/26 | 5 | 2 | 2,033 sqft | |
1.91 | Apartment | $637,550 | 04/17/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,000 sqft | |
0.54 | Apartment | $3,280,000 | 06/26/26 | 14 | 7 | 5,760 sqft | |
1.14 | Apartment | $1,300,000 | 07/10/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,400 sqft | |
0.70 | - | - | - | - | |||
0.36 | Apartment | $1,030,000 | 12/11/25 | 12 | 5 | 4,352 sqft | |
1.75 | Apartment | $1,305,000 | 10/08/25 | 2 | 2 | 2,629 sqft | |
1.09 | Apartment | $1,350,000 | 06/30/26 | 8 | 5 | 4,528 sqft |
Home facts updated by county records
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SOLDSEP 3, 2026
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OFF MARKETAndrew de Vries DRE #01368031, Berkshire Hathaway-Franciscan
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SOLDAPR 1, 2026
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FOR SALEOPEN SAT, 2-4PMNEW CONSTRUCTION
3D VIEWKenneth J. Gendemann DRE #01884446, Compass
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Rental Market Trends in Gourmet Ghetto
Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$3,616/mo
Average rent
$2.9K
Available listings
35
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What Locals Say about Gourmet Ghetto
At least 36 Trulia users voted on each feature.
97 % Say there are sidewalks
93 % Say it's dog friendly
92 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
90 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
78 % Say there's wildlife
77 % Say people would walk alone at night
58 % Say yards are well-kept
58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
54 % Say streets are well-lit
53 % Say neighbors are friendly
53 % Say parking is easy
49 % Say car is needed
41 % Say there are community events
39 % Say kids play outside
39 % Say there's holiday spirit
38 % Say it's quiet
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Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Aug 4, 2026 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | $3,485 |
Jul 13, 2026 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $3,485 |
Jan 4, 2005 Source: N/A | Sold | $1,155,000 |
Mar 11, 2002 Source: N/A | Sold | $293,000 |
Jul 14, 1995 Source: N/A | Sold | $78,500 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Unavailable | $1,637,740 |
Home facts updated by county records
Frequently asked questions about 1421 Walnut St
- What is the price history for 1421 Walnut St?1421 Walnut St in Berkeley, CA last sold for $1,155,000 in January 2005.
- 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.
- What do residents say about the Gourmet Ghetto neighborhood?Residents describe the Gourmet Ghetto neighborhood in Berkeley, CA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Gourmet Ghetto, Berkeley.
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