Is Northbrae, Berkeley, CA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 94% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Does Northbrae, Berkeley, CA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 94% of users say there are sidewalks

Would people walk alone at night in Northbrae, Berkeley, CA?

As of early 2026, 94% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is Northbrae, Berkeley, CA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 93% of users say it's dog friendly

Is parking easy in Northbrae, Berkeley, CA?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say parking is easy

Is there wildlife in Northbrae, Berkeley, CA?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say there's wildlife

Is Northbrae, Berkeley, CA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 80% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are yards well-kept in Northbrae, Berkeley, CA?

As of early 2026, 80% of users say yards are well-kept

Is a car needed in Northbrae, Berkeley, CA?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say car is needed

Do kids play outside in Northbrae, Berkeley, CA?

As of early 2026, 78% of users say kids play outside

Are neighbors friendly in Northbrae, Berkeley, CA?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is Northbrae, Berkeley, CA quiet?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say it's quiet

Does Northbrae, Berkeley, CA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say there's holiday spirit

Are the streets well-lit in Northbrae, Berkeley, CA?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say streets are well-lit

Are there community events in Northbrae, Berkeley, CA?

As of early 2026, 54% of users say there are community events

Do residents of Northbrae, Berkeley, CA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 43% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

What is 1527 Buena Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1527 Buena Ave in Berkeley, CA is $1,491,100 .

What is the price history for 1527 Buena Ave?

1527 Buena Ave in Berkeley, CA last sold for $1,300,000 in September 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 $1.45M. That is down $36K from the prior month.

Does 1527 Buena Ave have laundry facilities?

Yes, 1527 Buena Ave in Berkeley, CA has in-unit laundry.

How big is the lot at 1527 Buena Ave?

The lot at 1527 Buena Ave in Berkeley, CA is about 0.08 acres (3,485 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$1,491,100

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,056 sqft

1527 Buena Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703

Northbrae

Est. Refi. Payment $9,423/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 29, 2020 for $1,300,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$1.49M

Since last month

$18K (+1.2%)

Since last year

$68K (+4.8%)

Since last sale

$187K (+14.4%)

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 +43% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
November 2026	$1.49M
October 2026	$1.52M
September 2026	$1.47M
August 2026	$1.44M
July 2026	$1.45M
June 2026	$1.48M
May 2026	$1.48M
April 2026	$1.48M
March 2026	$1.49M
February 2026	$1.46M
January 2026	$1.36M
2025
December 2025	$1.37M
November 2025	$1.39M
October 2025	$1.42M
September 2025	$1.4M
August 2025	$1.38M
July 2025	$1.39M
June 2025	$1.4M
May 2025	$1.46M
April 2025	$1.44M
March 2025	$1.46M
February 2025	$1.46M
January 2025	$1.39M
2024
December 2024	$1.4M
November 2024	$1.41M
October 2024	$1.38M
September 2024	$1.37M
August 2024	$1.39M
July 2024	$1.42M
June 2024	$1.43M
May 2024	$1.46M
April 2024	$1.45M
March 2024	$1.46M
February 2024	$1.42M
January 2024	$1.34M
2023
December 2023	$1.34M
November 2023	$1.36M
October 2023	$1.4M
September 2023	$1.42M
August 2023	$1.41M
July 2023	$1.42M
June 2023	$1.45M
May 2023	$1.46M
April 2023	$1.45M
March 2023	$1.43M
February 2023	$1.38M
January 2023	$1.35M
2022
December 2022	$1.36M
November 2022	$1.39M
October 2022	$1.42M
September 2022	$1.41M
August 2022	$1.41M
July 2022	$1.46M
June 2022	$1.5M
May 2022	$1.59M
April 2022	$1.71M
March 2022	$1.73M
February 2022	$1.66M
January 2022	$1.62M
2021
December 2021	$1.58M
November 2021	$1.57M
October 2021	$1.54M
September 2021	$1.54M
August 2021	$1.54M
July 2021	$1.57M
June 2021	$1.55M
May 2021	$1.52M
April 2021	$1.46M
March 2021	$1.42M
February 2021	$1.38M
January 2021	$1.33M
2020
December 2020	$1.21M
November 2020	$1.14M
October 2020	$1.12M
September 2020	$1.1M
August 2020	$1.11M
July 2020	$1.09M
June 2020	$1.05M
May 2020	$1.06M
April 2020	$1.07M
March 2020	$1.08M
February 2020	$1.16M
January 2020	$1.31M
2019
December 2019	$1.24M
November 2019	$1.22M
October 2019	$1.28M
September 2019	$1.28M
August 2019	$1.28M
July 2019	$1.29M
June 2019	$1.26M
May 2019	$1.26M
April 2019	$1.23M
March 2019	$1.23M
February 2019	$1.23M
January 2019	$1.23M
2018
December 2018	$1.23M
November 2018	$1.24M
October 2018	$1.18M
September 2018	$1.1M
August 2018	$1.07M
July 2018	$1.03M
June 2018	$1.23M
May 2018	$1.25M
April 2018	$1.28M
March 2018	$1.24M
February 2018	$1.18M
January 2018	$1.18M
2017
December 2017	$1.15M
November 2017	$1.05M
October 2017	$1.08M
September 2017	$1.11M
August 2017	$1.08M
July 2017	$1.09M
June 2017	$1.09M
May 2017	$1.08M
April 2017	$1.07M
March 2017	$1.07M
February 2017	$1.06M
January 2017	$1.05M
2016
December 2016	$1.03M
November 2016	$1.04M

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
1431 Catherine Dr, Berkeley, CA	0.18	Single-Family Home	$1,200,000	08/04/26	2	1	1,123
1715 Sacramento St, Berkeley, CA	0.27	Single-Family Home	$1,300,000	08/28/26	2	1	1,181
1425 Virginia St, Berkeley, CA	0.28	Single-Family Home	$1,360,000	05/11/26	2	1	1,096
1564 Sacramento St, Berkeley, CA	0.13	Single-Family Home	$1,170,000	03/31/26	2	1	1,249
1615 Buena Ave, Berkeley, CA	0.10	Single-Family Home	$1,625,000	08/07/26	2	1	900
1808 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA	0.33	Single-Family Home	$1,307,000	04/06/26	2	1	961
1629 Jaynes St, Berkeley, CA	0.11	Single-Family Home	$1,800,000	09/14/26	3	1	1,246
1521 Keoncrest Dr, Berkeley, CA	0.11	Single-Family Home	$1,300,000	01/06/26	2	2	1,501
1385 Francisco St, Berkeley, CA	0.36	Single-Family Home	$1,120,000	06/26/26	2	1	956
1436 Delaware St, Berkeley, CA	0.39	Single-Family Home	$1,040,000	03/26/26	2	1	976

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
1427 Holly St, Berkeley, CA 94703	0.01	$1,599,700	2	1	1,046	Off Market
1533 Buena Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703	0.01	$1,527,400	2	1	1,147	Off Market
1423 Holly St, Berkeley, CA 94703	0.01	$1,310,400	2	1	1,046	Off Market
1530 Buena Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703	0.02	$1,256,500	2	1	1,180	Off Market
1535 Buena Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703	0.02	$1,966,000	3	2	1,470	Off Market
1415 Holly St, Berkeley, CA 94703	0.02	$1,576,900	2	1	1,068	Off Market
1430 Holly St, Berkeley, CA 94703	0.02	$1,548,300	3	1	1,254	Off Market
1534 Buena Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703	0.03	$1,381,200	2	1	1,046	Off Market
1543 Buena Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703	0.03	$2,005,600	3	3	1,950	Off Market
1413 Holly St, Berkeley, CA 94703	0.03	$2,036,600	2	1	1,273	Off Market
1505 Holly St, Berkeley, CA 94703	0.03	$1,332,100	2	1	897	Off Market
1500 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703	0.03	$1,824,000	3	2	1,486	Off Market
1521 Buena Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703	0.03	$1,550,700	2	1	1,143	Off Market
1506 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703	0.04	$1,657,500	2	1.5	1,160	Off Market
1422 Holly St, Berkeley, CA 94703	0.04	$1,878,900	3	1	1,450	Off Market
1526 Buena Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703	0.04	$1,456,900	2	1	1,020	Off Market
1460 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703	0.04	$1,959,200	3	2	1,679	Off Market
1450 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703	0.04	$1,886,400	3	2	1,356	Off Market
1411 Holly St, Berkeley, CA 94703	0.04	$2,660,400	3	2	1,838	Off Market
1509 Holly St, Berkeley, CA 94703	0.04	$2,480,900	4	3	1,910	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools5 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1925

1,056 sqft

$1,412/sqft

Garage

About this House

A beautiful small home that lives large! Located at the corner of two quiet streets within an active neighborhood near all No. Berkeley's favorite amenities as well as UC. It's the ideal location for living the Good Life! Generously proportioned living & dining rooms with super period details: exterior arches echoed by arched windows; gorgeous vintage tiles, deep baseboards, French doors & hardwood floors. These rooms are bathed with natural light! When privacy is desired, close the custom wood shutters. Study with closet could be used as 3rd bedroom. Updated kitchen enjoys quartz counters and all stainless appliances, including a Wolf range. Adjoining laundry room w/stacked W/D opens to a delightful back deck overlooking a private garden oasis, perfect for growing a few veggies & herbs. Detached garage covered with gorgeous passion vine is an ideal Zoom room/craft space or develop further? Upgrades include all copper piping, whole house water filter & tankless water heater. Muy Buena!

1527 Buena Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,056 sqft single-family home in Northbrae, built in 1925. It last sold for $1,300,000 on Sep 29, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,491,100, with a rent estimate of $4,232/month.

Home Details for 1527 Buena Ave

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Laundry Room
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDisposalDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Tile, Hardwood, Linoleum Vinyl

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionDeckExterior: StuccoPatioPorch
Parking & Garage GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1925Year Updated: 1930
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 3598 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Sep 29, 2020 Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40917659	Sold	$1,300,000
Sep 5, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$925,000
Aug 26, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$925,000
Sep 19, 2014 Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40670277	Sold	$851,000
Sep 16, 2014 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$799,000
Aug 16, 2014 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$799,000
Nov 2, 2007 Source: N/A	Sold	$810,000
Dec 4, 2003 Source: N/A	Sold	$560,000
Oct 18, 2001 Source: N/A	Sold	$395,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2026	Unavailable	$1,018,839

Additional Cost

Market trends in Berkeley

Last updated September 2026

Avg. sale price

$1.45M

$36KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

128.3%

1.3%MoM

Price per sq ft

$947

$16MoM

Available listings

139

18MoM

Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

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What Locals Say about Northbrae

At least 13 Trulia users voted on each feature.

94 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
94 % Say there are sidewalks
94 % Say people would walk alone at night
93 % Say it's dog friendly
86 % Say parking is easy
84 % Say there's wildlife
80 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
80 % Say yards are well-kept
79 % Say car is needed
78 % Say kids play outside
71 % Say neighbors are friendly
67 % Say it's quiet
67 % Say there's holiday spirit
61 % Say streets are well-lit
54 % Say there are community events
43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

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Frequently asked questions about 1527 Buena Ave

What is 1527 Buena Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1527 Buena Ave in Berkeley, CA is $1,491,100.
What is the price history for 1527 Buena Ave?
1527 Buena Ave in Berkeley, CA last sold for $1,300,000 in September 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 $1.45M. That is down $36K from the prior month.
Does 1527 Buena Ave have laundry facilities?
Yes, 1527 Buena Ave in Berkeley, CA has in-unit laundry.
How big is the lot at 1527 Buena Ave?
The lot at 1527 Buena Ave in Berkeley, CA is about 0.08 acres (3,485 sq ft).