1515 Kains Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702
Kitchen
Upper master bedroom
OFF MARKET

$1,160,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 28, 2026
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 943 sqft
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 943 sqft

1515 Kains Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702

Westbrae

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1913
Living Area
943 sqft
Price/Sqft
$1,231

Local Information

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  • Schools5 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

We are renting our home which we've thoughtfully updated throughout the 18 years we've owned it. Nice quiet neighborhood very well situated for commuters and students alike.

 - Refinished hardwood floors throughout
 - Washer/dryer in garage
 - Laundry chute from master bedroom
 - Custom closets in master bedroom
 - Two FULL updated bathrooms
 - Converted attached garage space great for studio or office (+200 additional SF)
 - Driveway parking with gated area perfect for bike parking
 - Brick patio in backyard
- Central heat
 - Updated kitchen with double oven and built-in microwave
 - Lower bedroom has built-in dresser drawers, large closet and built-in bookshelves
- Energy-efficient features such as recessed LED lighting and tankless water heater
 - Breakfast nook (we used it as a pantry)
 - 1 mile from North Berkeley BART station (short bike ride, 15 minute walk)
 - Walking distance to Whole Foods, Philz Coffee, Acme Bread, Westbrae Biergarten and many other great spots. (Walk score of 93)

 Rent is $4000/month, Security deposit $5500. Water is paid. 1-year lease required.

NOTE: Available 12/1/25

Owner pays water.
1515 Kains Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 943 sqft single-family home in Westbrae, built in 1913. It last sold for $530,000 on Jul 23, 2007 (13,150% above the $4,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in October 2025 with an asking price of $4,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 28, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,160,700, with a rent estimate of $3,918/month.

Home Details for 1515 Kains Ave

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1913
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Cooling System: Ceiling Fan
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

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Sold Price
Sold Date
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$1,150,000
03/13/26
2
2
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1623 10th St, Berkeley, CA
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$750,000
01/14/26
2
1
902 sqft
1448 Cornell Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.11
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$1,320,000
11/12/25
2
2
1,333 sqft
1607 10th St, Berkeley, CA
0.14
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$880,000
12/22/25
2
1
755 sqft
1421 Cornell Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.18
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$1,475,000
07/14/26
2
2
1,481 sqft
1229 Hopkins St, Berkeley, CA
0.16
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$1,320,000
06/08/26
2
1
929 sqft
921 Jones Street, Berkeley, CA
0.29
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$782,999
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1
1,032 sqft
1175 Camelia St, Berkeley, CA
0.25
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$1,200,000
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2
1
967 sqft
1236 Hopkins St, Berkeley, CA
0.17
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$682,500
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1
1
740 sqft
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0.15
Single-Family Home
$635,000
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1
1
615 sqft

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Neighborhood Overview

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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

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    "Diverse, neat people, good to walk, good public transit, each block feels different. Sunny and cloudy - walk a block to find your weather. "
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    "Nice walks, clean trails, respectful owners, no poop left behind, well behaved dogs and neighbors. Lots of fire hydrants, bad for parking, good for pups."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 28, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$4,000
Oct 17, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$4,000
Jan 22, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Dec 8, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$3,900
Oct 13, 2021
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved

Frequently asked questions about 1515 Kains Ave

  • What is 1515 Kains Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1515 Kains Ave in Berkeley, CA is $1,160,700.
  • What is the price history for 1515 Kains Ave?
    1515 Kains Ave in Berkeley, CA last sold for $530,000 in July 2007.
  • 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 1515 Kains Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1515 Kains Ave in Berkeley, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 1515 Kains Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1515 Kains Ave in Berkeley, CA has in-unit laundry.

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