1616 Oakview Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707
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OFF MARKET

$1,137,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Oct 4, 2026
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,285 sqft

1616 Oakview Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
1,285 sqft
$885/sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1616 Oakview Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Detached garagePrivate gardenHardwood floors
Lovely cottage with hardwood floors, private garden, detached garage (perfect for studio space)

Standard 1 year lease, defaults to monthly thereafter.
Move in cost: first month & deposit (which can potentially be used as last months rent at landlords discretion).
Utilities paid by tenant.
Landlord pays for gardener twice/month.
No smoking on premises.

Currently furnished (option to rent unfurnished if preferred)

Note: the house is officially in Kensington (not Berkeley, as Zillow keeps insisting)
1616 Oakview Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,285 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $598,000 on May 11, 2012 (14,138% above the $4,200 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in October 2024 with an asking price of $4,200 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 18, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,137,600, with a rent estimate of $3,824/month.

Home Details for 1616 Oakview Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, FireplaceHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
GardenLawn
Parking & Garage
Parking: Detached Off Street, On Site

Comparable Sales for 1616 Oakview Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1616 Oak View Ave, Kensington, CA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$316,500
10/29/25
2
1
1,285 sqft
110 San Carlos Ave, El Cerrito, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$1,375,000
06/08/26
2
1
1,155 sqft
308 Pomona Ave, El Cerrito, CA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$650,000
05/27/26
2
1
951 sqft
85 Stratford Rd, Kensington, CA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$1,015,000
11/25/25
2
1
952 sqft
124 Ramona Ave, El Cerrito, CA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$1,090,000
08/12/26
2
1
939 sqft
7423 Ward Ave, El Cerrito, CA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$1,381,000
08/03/26
2
1
1,242 sqft
633 San Carlos Ave, Albany, CA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$1,200,000
01/29/26
2
1
1,167 sqft
229 Ramona Ave, El Cerrito, CA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$1,095,000
10/02/26
2
1
1,024 sqft
207 Carmel Ave, El Cerrito, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$1,005,000
09/10/26
3
1
1,005 sqft
490 Vincente Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$1,275,000
09/04/26
2
1.5
1,776 sqft

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Around this home

What Locals Say about Kensington

At least 30 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 94 % Say there's wildlife

  • 87 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 84 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 83 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 81 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 81 % Say it's quiet

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 74 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 69 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 56 % Say there are community events

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 56 % Say kids play outside

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 45 % Say streets are well-lit

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Jade T.
    "I drive to work in Berkeley. About an 18 minutes car ride. Traffic is medium in the mornings and afternoons. There are multiple ways to get to Berkeley front he neighborhood, so you can take a new route each morning. "
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  • Joe M.
    "Its as close to living in the country while being moments from the city as one can get in the East Bay "
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  • Andy P.
    "Kid friendly town but the clock stopped in 1962. Great schools, cute town center. Close to Tilden and Wildcat"
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  • Brandez
    "There's a bus stop not a block away from my house that takes me directly to Downtown Berkeley (Shattuck/Allston)"
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  • Adam C.
    "Many options from driving to cross bay express bus, bart, local buses. Only difficulty is the elevation in the hills. But makes a good jog after work. "
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  • Mubeen M. A. J. C.
    "nerve racking, yet do-able need more street lights for after dark. there are hardly any sidewalks and the streets are too narrow, preventing 2 cars to pass one another as driving down the streets. "
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  • Andy P.
    "1962 just called and it wants Kensington back. In many great ways, but also some sleepy ways. Super cute. Super convenient little hamlet. Brutal commute to San Francisco"
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  • Mahshifamily
    "We lived in there area for four years and loved it. Our neighbors are very friendly to each other. We have community gatherings often. We watch out for one another and people are very happy to help when needed. "
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  • Pardis_pz
    "Clean friendly and lovely. Love our neighborhood. Lots of green. Great schools. Close to Tilden park"
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  • Gickers4
    "Wonderful area. Wildlife next to Wildcat Cayon Park. Very Private Drive with few house. Own little piece of solitude in an Urban setting."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 18, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$4,200
Oct 17, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$4,200
May 11, 2012
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40567521
Sold
$598,000

Frequently asked questions about 1616 Oakview Ave

  • What is 1616 Oakview Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1616 Oakview Ave in Berkeley, CA is $1,137,600.
  • What is the price history for 1616 Oakview Ave?
    1616 Oakview Ave in Berkeley, CA last sold for $598,000 in May 2012.
  • Is Berkeley a buyer's or seller's market?
    Berkeley is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Berkeley?
    Residents describe Berkeley, CA as dog-friendly, well-kept, and easy to park in. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Berkeley, CA.
  • Does 1616 Oakview Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1616 Oakview Ave in Berkeley, CA has in-unit laundry.
  • Does 1616 Oakview Ave have parking?
    Yes, 1616 Oakview Ave in Berkeley, CA has on-site parking.

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