858 Neilson St
Berkeley, CA 94707
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 879 sqft
2 Beds
1 Bath
879 sqft
Local Information
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Description
Charming Berkeley bungalow in an unbeatable location just moments from Solano Avenue. This sweet home features beautiful hardwood floors, great natural flow, and a warm, welcoming feel throughout. The living and dining areas blend seamlessly, creating an open and comfortable space for everyday living and entertaining. Two well-positioned bedrooms are connected by a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, offering both functionality and character. The kitchen has a classic Wedgewood stove and an adjoining laundry room, along with an adjacent bonus office space ideal for working from home or creative use. Step outside to a lovely back deck overlooking a cozy backyard with a brick patio, perfect for relaxing or hosting. The detached rear cottage (an extra 259 sq ft) adds flexibility with French doors opening to the yard, plus a sink and toilet, making it a great space for guests, a studio, or additional workspace. With its cheerful personality and abundance of sunshine throughout, this home's availability is a special opportunity in a highly sought-after neighborhood. BESO score: 7
Home Highlights
Parking
3 Parking Spaces
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$1,023
Listed
14 days ago
Home Details for 858 Neilson St
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Interior Details Basement: PartialNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Kitchen |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 879 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water HeaterLaundry: Hookups Only,Laundry RoomRefrigerator |
Heating & Cooling Heating: GravityNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Gravity |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a Fireplace |
Gas & Electric Electric: No Solar |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, None |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Levels: One StoryFloors: Hardwood, Laminate, None |
Security Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Double Strapped Water Heater, Smoke Detector(s) |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: ShingleFencing: Fenced, WoodOther Structures: Shed(s)Exterior: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Low Maintenance, Private EntranceFoundation: Slab, Concrete Perimeter, Earthquake BracedNo Private Pool |
Parking & Garage No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Off Street,Tandem |
Pool Pool: None |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
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Days on Market: 14 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1924 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow |
Building Construction Materials: Siding - StuccoNot a New Construction |
Property Information Condition: ExistingParcel Number: 62284810 |
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Price List Price: $899,000Price Per Sqft: $1,023 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Thu May 07 2026 |
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MLS Status: Pending |
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Direction & Address City: Berkeley |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 41132242 |
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Building Area Building Area: 879 Square Feet |
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No HOA |
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Lot Area: 3484.8 sqft |
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Special Conditions: Standard |
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Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, 1031 Exchange |
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BasementMls Number: 41132242 |
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Source Internet Entire Listing Display |
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Romney O'Connell DRE #01468613, (510) 599-6911
Berkeley Hills Realty
Soren O'Connell DRE #02132262
Berkeley Hills Realty
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR, MLS#41132242

Also Listed on bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR, CRMLS.
Price History for 858 Neilson St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 05/08/2026 | $899,000 | Pending | bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41132242 |
| 04/24/2026 | $899,000 | Listed For Sale | bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41132242 |
| 08/07/2012 | $455,000 | Sold | bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40559250 |
| 07/13/2012 | $439,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 03/12/2012 | $439,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 03/07/2012 | $439,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 01/27/2012 | $465,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 09/27/2004 | $585,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 11/15/1994 | $230,000 | Sold | N/A |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | |
| Assessment | $560,277 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 858 Neilson St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.07 | Single-Family Home | $980,000 | 10/06/25 | 2 | 1 | 849 | |
0.12 | Single-Family Home | $1,057,000 | 07/10/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,014 | |
0.19 | Single-Family Home | $950,000 | 08/05/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,139 | |
0.20 | Single-Family Home | $1,511,000 | 12/05/25 | 2 | 1 | 906 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $1,050,000 | 07/24/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,006 | |
0.07 | Single-Family Home | $950,000 | 08/04/25 | 2 | 2 | 1,050 | |
0.23 | Single-Family Home | $1,300,000 | 11/19/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,128 | |
0.14 | Single-Family Home | $1,303,000 | 04/10/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,144 |
Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 858 Neilson St.
What Locals Say about Berkeley
At least 653 Trulia users voted on each feature.
91 % Say there are sidewalks
91 % Say it's dog friendly
84 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
77 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
69 % Say parking is easy
66 % Say people would walk alone at night
56 % Say yards are well-kept
55 % Say there's wildlife
55 % Say streets are well-lit
55 % Say neighbors are friendly
52 % Say there's holiday spirit
52 % Say car is needed
52 % Say kids play outside
50 % Say it's quiet
50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
40 % Say there are community events
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Romney O'Connell, Berkeley Hills Realty
Agent Phone: (510) 599-6911

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 2026-05-07 23:05:59 PDT.
858 Neilson St, Berkeley, CA 94707 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 879 sqft single-family home built in 1924. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR on Apr 24, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 41132242.

