252A Cambridge Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708
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OFF MARKET

252A Cambridge Ave
Berkeley, CA 94708

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,000 sqft

$984,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,068/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$984,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,068/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,000 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$984K
Since last month
Increased$3K (+0.3%)
Since last year
Increased$54K (+5.8%)
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 0% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$984K
July 2026$982K
June 2026$949K
May 2026$1.05M
April 2026$1.04M
March 2026$862K
February 2026$1.02M
January 2026$924K
2025
2024
2023
2022

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
290 Colgate Ave, Kensington, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$1,290,000
04/17/26
2
1
1,216
231 Yale Ave, Kensington, CA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$1,210,000
07/31/26
2
1
1,285
255 Stanford Ave, Kensington, CA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$1,275,000
04/10/26
2
2
1,076
385 Vermont Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
03/23/26
2
1
1,504
85 Stratford Rd, Kensington, CA
0.44
Single-Family Home
$1,015,000
11/25/25
2
1
952
581 Arlington Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.46
Single-Family Home
$1,150,000
10/27/25
2
1
1,070
287 Purdue Ave, Kensington, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
07/15/26
2
2
1,459
265 Purdue Ave, Kensington, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
03/24/26
2
2
1,487
207 Cambridge Ave, Kensington, CA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
12/31/25
3
2
1,473
371 Rugby Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$1,450,000
07/17/26
3
2
1,723

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
256 Cambridge Ave, Kensington, CA 94708
0.02
$2,120,000
4
4
2,762
Recently Sold
363 Yale Ave, Kensington, CA 94708
0.04
$1,399,600
2
2
1,495
Off Market
255 Stanford Ave, Kensington, CA 94708
0.04
$1,275,000
2
2
1,076
Recently Sold
251 Stanford Ave, Kensington, CA 94708
0.06
$1,482,100
3
2.5
2,145
Off Market
243 Stanford Ave, Kensington, CA 94708
0.07
$1,776,100
4
2
2,417
Off Market
239 Cambridge Ave, Kensington, CA 94708
0.08
$1,650,900
3
2
1,724
Off Market
249 Trinity Ave, Kensington, CA 94708
0.10
$1,600,000
3
2.5
1,740
Recently Sold
241 Trinity Ave, Kensington, CA 94708
0.10
$1,437,700
3
2.5
1,550
Off Market
242 Trinity Ave, Kensington, CA 94708
0.10
$1,722,800
4
2
1,841
Off Market
367 Vassar Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708
0.12
$1,429,900
2
2
1,545
Off Market
329 Rugby Ave, Kensington, CA 94708
0.12
$1,821,100
3
2
1,628
Off Market
267 Columbia Ave, Kensington, CA 94708
0.12
$1,200,000
2
3
1,844
Recently Sold

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Living Area
1,000 sqft
Price/Sqft
$984
Parking
None

About this House

Stylish, spacious 2 bed 1 bath cottage with stunning views of SF and the golden gate bridge. The home is a mid century modern style open floor plan with a large living room. It's in a safe and quiet neighborhood in Kensington and has onsite laundry and a dishwasher. It's close to Tilden Park, is a 9 min walk to the 7 bus stop on the Arlington, or a 13 min drive to the UC Berkeley campus/Downtown Berkeley.

Nearby schools include Kensington Elementary School, Growing Light Montessori School of Kensington and St. Jerome Catholic Elementary School. The closest grocery stores are Young's Market, Colusa Market and Andronico's Market. Nearby coffee shops include Raxakoul Coffee and Cheese Market.

Master Bedroom:
Large 10.3' x 19' carpeted bedroom with generous 5.6' x 8.2' walk-in closet.

2nd Bedroom:
10' 5" x 11' 5" with hardwood floors and a closet. It easily fits a double bed and desk. Can also be converted into a home office - ideal space for working from home.

Kitchen:
Gas Range oven, microwave, new dishwasher and new refrigerator

Laundry room:
Contains washer and dryer and storage shelves

Details:
-Home is available starting October 3rd
-1 year lease
-$2500 security deposit
-$3000 per month + utilities
-Street parking
-No pets
-No smoking

We're giving house tours on Saturday 10/8 from 10am-12pm. If you submit an application before that time we'll consider making an earlier decision.

The house is a large, private in-law cottage behind the larger house. To access it, go down the stairs/path on the right side of the larger house.

1 year lease. Water is included, renter is responsible for gas and electric.
252A Cambridge Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,000 sqft single-family home. More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2022 with an asking price of $3,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 16, 2022. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $984,200, with a rent estimate of $3,852/month.

Home Details for 252A Cambridge Ave

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: None

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 16, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved
Sep 3, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
Listed For Rent
$3,000

Market trends in Kensington

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
8
1MoM

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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Frequently asked questions about 252A Cambridge Ave

  • What is 252A Cambridge Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 252A Cambridge Ave in Berkeley, CA is $984,200.
  • 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.
  • What are the closest schools to 252A Cambridge Ave?
    The closest schools to 252A Cambridge Ave in Berkeley, CA are El Cerrito Senior High School (rated 7/10), Fred T. Korematsu Middle School (rated 5/10), Kensington Elementary School (rated 10/10).
  • Does 252A Cambridge Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 252A Cambridge Ave in Berkeley, CA has in-unit laundry.

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