1646 Francisco St, Berkeley, CA 94703
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  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 800 sqft
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 800 sqft

1646 Francisco St, Berkeley, CA 94703

North Berkeley

Home Highlights

Property Type
Apartment
Living Area
800 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools6 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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About this House

Bright Upper Apartment on Francisco Street Hardwood Floors, Modern Upgrades with Classic Charm, Prime Location

Freshly painted and full of natural light, this charming upper-level apartment on Francisco Street is perfectly situated just a short walk or bike ride to North Berkeley BART, UC Berkeley, and the vibrant shops and cafes of the Gourmet Ghetto.

Enjoy beautiful hardwood floors throughout, a spacious living room ideal for relaxing on a comfy couch. The two bedrooms are nicely spaced with one off of the kitchen and the other off of the bathroom.

A rare blend of comfort, convenience, and classic Berkeley charm this inviting apartment offers easy access to everything you love about North Berkeley living.

Owner pays for garbage. Resident pays for electricity, gas and water. Internet payment is negotiable.
1646 Francisco St, Berkeley, CA 94703 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 800 sqft apartment in North Berkeley. More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2025 with an asking price of $3,200 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 7, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $3,404/month.

Home Details for 1646 Francisco St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Window UnitHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Comparable Sales for 1646 Francisco St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1433 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA
0.86
Apartment
$1,600,000
09/10/25
2
1
685 sqft
2160 Vine St, Berkeley, CA
0.73
Apartment
$1,675,000
09/08/25
1
1
700 sqft
1265 Gilman St, Berkeley, CA
0.86
Apartment
$565,000
05/26/26
2
2
980 sqft
2323 Grant St, Berkeley, CA
0.61
Apartment
$1,300,000
07/10/26
3
1.5
1,400 sqft
1729 Milvia St, Berkeley, CA
0.41
Apartment
$1,800,000
01/23/26
5
2
2,033 sqft
1511 Russell St, Berkeley, CA
1.31
Apartment
$637,550
04/17/26
2
1
1,000 sqft
1936 Haste St, Berkeley, CA
0.81
Apartment
$2,700,000
02/09/26
4
2
1,500 sqft
1722 Hearst Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.14
Apartment
$1,900,000
06/02/26
12
6
4,154 sqft
1300 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley, CA
0.64
Apartment
$2,302,000
12/23/25
1
3
3,038 sqft
1201 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA
1.01
Apartment
$1,305,000
10/08/25
2
2
2,629 sqft
Home facts updated by county records

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about North Berkeley

At least 34 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 87 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 87 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 63 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 60 % Say parking is easy

  • 60 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 59 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 58 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 53 % Say there's wildlife

  • 53 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say kids play outside

  • 50 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 41 % Say it's quiet

  • 40 % Say car is needed

  • 29 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Veda
    "They would like it. There’s a lot of walking/bike paths and sidewalks"
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  • Elise Lozano
    "Walking trails and parks close by"
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  • Ari J.
    "There is a long, excellent park for walks, which also has an off leash dog area. It’s really great to have so much space in a more urban area. "
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  • Jorge A. S. L. O.
    "It is urban. There hardly any grass anywhere by the sidewalks and where there is there are sometimes burs that will hurt your dogs paws."
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  • Ashagrao
    "The proximity to Bart and bike path as well as walkability to restaurants and stores is wonderful. The area is also quiet and family friendly with tons of parks around. "
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  • Heliotropium
    "Nice, quiet neighborhood with a (for the Bay area) tidy BART station. There's Ford Go Bikes here, and the bike trail through Berkeley runs through it. "
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  • Theresa L.
    "There is a dog park three blocks away and many quiet streets for walking on as well. Dogs are very welcome!"
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  • Bueller4prez
    "I lived here for 5 years and it's a great area for families. There are lots of resources and events for everyone: the farmer's markets, the schools are great, lots of daycare options and playgrounds for little ones. The student presence is diminished due to the high cost of living in this area, but not gone. The cultural vibe is similar to most of Berkeley, great most of the time with the occasional run-in with an entitled former hippy who elbows you out of the way to get at their organic melon at Monterey Market. For some reason, everyone thinks they can cross the street whenever and where ever they please. Otherwise a great area for food, evening strolls and hanging out with the family"
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  • bracanka l.
    "I've lived here since 1987. Buying a home here was the best thing for me and my family. We live a 10 minute walk to North Berkeley BART and to great bus transportation on San Pablo Ave to both San Francisco and all parts of the East Bay. Our street is very quiet with good neighbors. Berkeley Adult school offers lots of interesting day, evening and weekend classes. Acme bakery has the best bread and Cafe Leila's outdoor patio and excellent food are always worth a visit. Monterey Market is not far and Solano Avenue and 4th Street shops are just a short drive. Cedar Rose park is also an easy walk for a children's play area and grassy fields for soccer, volleyball or just picnicking. Northwest Berkeley offers the best living for middle income families who want a safe, friendly, clean and accessible place to make their homes."
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  • Bonnesante
    "We moved here from San Francisco's Richmond District and in comparison, there leaves a lot to be desired. I am not accustomed to TRASH being littered everywhere. Little Caesar's pizza boxes and Popeye's trash is found everywhere around here. The worst is after garbage day, when people put whatever they want on the corner, hoping the garbage truck will haul it away but they don't, so it stays on the corner for weeks. Traffic on either University or San Pablo can be horrendous on weekends, so you need to be savvy about using side roads to get around by car or bike. Parking can also be a hassle, especialy when the Casa De Cultura has classes or events going on. On the positive side, I'm within walking distance to Fourth Street shopping, like Sur La Table, Benefit Cosmetics, M.A.C. Cosmetics, Anthropologie, and Paper Source. There are decent restaurants within walking distance, like La Mission, Kabana, Your Place Thai Cuisine, Priya Indian Cuisine, Lanesplitters Pizza, and others that I have not tried yet (Local 123, Luca Cucina Italiana, The Cheese Steak Shop). I'm within walking distance to 2 bars: Albatross Pub and Acme Bar so there's some nightlife around here. I've found that I can walk around the neighborhood safely, which is important as a young woman. There are bike routes nearby, which can take you to the Berkeley Marina, Emeryville, downtown Berkeley, or Albany in mere minutes. I also like being a 10 minute walk from North Berkeley BART station, since it beats sitting in traffic on I-80. It's not as clean (amazingly) as our old neighborhood and we're no longer a 10 minute walk from a national park like we once were, but we do like our new neighborhood, flaws and all. "
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  • mysolosusan
    "I've lived in several locations around this area, for over twenty-five years total. I like it, but as far as 'safety,' there's more to safety than sheer violent crime, such as people who patronize the University/SanPable area shops, and wander around in the general area. You will definitely see more displaced and/or seedy individuals walking up and down Berkeley Way and Hearst - streets very near University, than on streets farther away. In addition there have been more real prostitute and drug rings on both streets over the last twenty-five years than farther away. My kids have tended to avoid those streets up to Sacramento - telling me about these things themselves over time. In general it's a safe area, but don't be too naive to believe the University and San Pablo corner doesn't influence things for the worse at times for nearby residents. "
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  • Charlieh
    "Within walking distance to multiple commercial areas, Shops, world-class food, parks, walking paths thru the hills, schools, etc. "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 7, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$3,000
Aug 22, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$3,000
Price decreased by 5%
Jul 27, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$3,150
Price decreased by 2%
Jul 2, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$3,200

Frequently asked questions about 1646 Francisco St

  • 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.
  • What do residents say about the North Berkeley neighborhood?
    Residents describe the North Berkeley neighborhood in Berkeley, CA as pedestrian-friendly, walkable to grocery stores, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in North Berkeley, Berkeley.
  • What are the closest schools to 1646 Francisco St?
    The closest schools to 1646 Francisco St in Berkeley, CA are Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School (Elementary, rated 10/10), Berkeley High School (rated 9/10), Cragmont Elementary School (rated 9/10).
  • Does 1646 Francisco St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1646 Francisco St in Berkeley, CA has air conditioning.

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