2961 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703
SOLD
SEP 29, 2025

2961 California St
Berkeley, CA 94703

Ashby
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,518 sqft

$1,150,000

Last Sold: Sep 29, 2025
28% over list $899K
$758/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $7,035/mo*
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$1,150,000

Last Sold: Sep 29, 2025
28% over list $899K
$758/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $7,035/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
3 Baths
1,518 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools4 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Description

Where does California Chill Meet Berkeley Bliss? Right here on California Street! This charming South Berkeley Craftsman welcomes you with 4 bedrooms, classic built-in wood cabinetry, clawfoot bathtub, a spacious kitchen, and your own personal spa set up, including a private deck, hot tub, and sauna. Stay for the peace of mind that comes with a recently replaced roof, seismic retrofit, lots of electrical updates, updated copper plumbing, and owned solar panels. The sauna currently occupies the detached garage—easily relocatable if you prefer parking space. Location-wise, you’re just 2 blocks from the award-winning Malcolm X Elementary*, with Berkeley Bowl, BART, freeways, UC campus, and downtown shops all within easy reach. (Buyer to verify school district/availability.) You don’t get more East Bay accessibility than a 96 bike score and 89 walk score from walkscore.com®. So Don’t Leave Your Stress at Home. Come Home to Relieve Your Stress!
2961 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,518 sqft single-family home in Ashby, built in 1921. It last sold for $1,150,000 on Sep 29, 2025 (28% above the $899,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,406,500, with a rent estimate of $4,498/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$758/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 2961 California St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1518 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Water/Sewer Meter on Site, Irrigation Connected, Internet Available, Natural Gas Connected, Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas MeterAppliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water HeaterDishwasherDryerLaundry: Dryer,Gas Dryer Hookup,WasherRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Brick, Den, GasSpa: HeatedHas a FireplaceHas a Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Wood, Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: Two StoryFloors: Wood, Other

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShingleFencing: Partial Fence, Fenced, WoodExterior: Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinklers Front, Storage, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Private EntranceNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached,Garage,Off Street,Parking Lot,Garage Door Opener

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1921
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Craftsman
Building
Construction Materials: Stucco, OtherNot a New Construction
Property Information
Condition: ExistingParcel Number: 53160822

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $899,000Price Per Sqft: $758/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Sep 04 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Berkeley

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1518 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3484.8 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional, Other

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 41108845
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listed by Seth Franklin DRE #01947142, (510) 847-5673
Red Oak Realty
Bought with: Adam Hume DRE #01749274, Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR, MLS#41108845

Price History for 2961 California St

DatePriceEventSource
09/29/2025$1,150,000Sold
bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41108845
09/04/2025$899,000PendingbridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41108845
08/21/2025$899,000Listed For SalebridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41108845
05/20/2005$615,000Sold
N/A
03/07/2003$369,000Sold
N/A
03/28/1996$30,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Berkeley

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.54M
$117KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
127.9%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$979
$63MoM
Available listings
138
16MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$857,174
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 2961 California St

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
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Sqft
1505 Tyler St, Berkeley, CA
0.14
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$902,000
07/30/25
4
3
1,535
1538 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA
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$955,000
05/08/26
3
2
1,228
1646 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.10
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$1,482,000
04/06/26
3
2
1,826
2946 Harper St, Berkeley, CA
0.24
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$1,145,000
12/11/25
4
2
1,892
3036 Dohr St, Berkeley, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,200,000
12/11/25
3
2
1,265
2717 Mabel St, Berkeley, CA
0.49
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
03/20/26
4
3
1,707
1814 Woolsey St, Berkeley, CA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$1,480,000
10/24/25
4
2
1,776
1409 Alcatraz Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$1,550,000
10/22/25
4
3
1,609

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Neighborhood Overview

Ashby
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What Locals Say about Ashby

At least 108 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 80 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 66 % Say parking is easy

  • 61 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 60 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 55 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say car is needed

  • 48 % Say there are community events

  • 48 % Say kids play outside

  • 46 % Say it's quiet

  • 45 % Say there's wildlife

  • 43 % Say there's holiday spirit

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  • Sydni Lunt
    "Decent neighborhood. Close to bay st and freeways. Rather busy street. Farmers market near by every week. "
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    "we care for each neighborhood, and watch out for one another in this big community. From helping the elderly to supporting the youth it's one big fest of communities colliding together and having each other backs. Let's not forget the big parties and many fusion restaurants they have to offer. With its diversity of multicultural foods the possibilities are endless and of course let's not forget our classics to New York style pizza to traditional Mexican cuisine it's an abyss of nothing but delicious food coming your way "
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    "Lots of dogs in the area. However many dog owners do NOT pick up after their dogs. Very frustrating and gross. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Great area for small families and people who have animals. Alot of parks and good schools. Also there are many good food places in the area."
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  • Trulia User
    "still have to watch your kids but all in all it's a good area to live in. Your family will be safe for the most part. "
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    "Sucks. No kids play outside. It’s dumpy and unfriendly. Trash everywhere and lots of sideshows……………."
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived here for five years and have noticed most people are nice and public transit is very accessible. There’s a nice farmers market and great coffee shops. "
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  • Trulia User
    "This is a great neighborhood for families with lots of parks nearby. it's off the beaten path so there aren't many issues with vagrants or homeless drug addicts."
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    "We have long established neighbors, a farmers market every Tuesday and Thursday and a walkable bart station "
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  • Saida A.
    "Express bus to SF at your doorstep, Bart not far away. There are local and express busses in the grid. "
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  • Denise C.
    "my community is perfect for children safe to walk at night close to all transportation bus and Bart local restaurants very convenient two blocks from each convenience store or grocery store very satisfied with the neighborhood everyone is friendly and know each other by the first name basis"
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  • Youngmanrobin2
    "I love Berkeley because every house has its own unique charm and character. I adore craftsman style house I love the juxtaposition between the dark wood and white walls "
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  • Ajd
    "Lots of people with dogs. A couple of parks nearby for them to play in. Easy to walk dog on Bike friendly streets."
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  • Pantsofflandolf
    "It’s got a lot of character, it’s foliage is pretty, and there’s a lot of restaurants and public transit."
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  • Alex A.
    "I hop on BART at Ashby every morning and I’m in downtown San Francisco in about 30 minutes. The trains are crowded, but it’s a reliable commute. "
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  • Angiehiranoshin
    "The Grove park has lots of friendly people with well behaved dogs. The park supplies waste bags and has plenty of space with grass for the dogs to play/run. "
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  • Ajd
    "Good mix of social classes. Very walkable. Diverse. Can walk to restaurants and grocery stores. Has kids parks as well."
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  • Weber a.
    "It is lovely for walking and very friendly. Very convenient for everything and a short walk downtown. "
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  • Unspecified
    "There are many other dog in the neighborhood so there are many opportunities for good and bad interactions. Also people tend to drive fast so if your dog gets loose there is a good chance they may get hit. "
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  • Theresakuuipo
    "great community. blocks away from local high school, hospital and shopping and food. local bus lines are extremely reliable."
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  • Maria A. S.
    "Peaceful, lots of greenery, safe, access to everything nearby. People are friendly and there are many block parties happening which increase sense of community. "
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  • Mark7arlan
    " The view from my apartment an the way the fog rolls in morning and evening.Being close to the Ocean,nothing beats that. Not owning a car is no problem there are plenty of ways to get around. "
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  • Janepantsyr
    "Very friendly neighborhood, great shops all around. Dog friendly. Great for commuters. I’ve lived here a little over 3 years and love it."
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Bay East 2026. CCAR 2026. bridgeMLS 2026. Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. This information is being provided by the Bay East MLS, or CCAR MLS, or bridgeMLS. The listings presented here may or may not be listed by the Broker/Agent operating this website. This information is intended for the personal use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data last updated at 2026-07-14 00:48:32 PDT.