Just Listed
Address
1232 Talbot Ave, Berkeley, CA
Price
$ 879,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#41149167
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyAlameda
- CityBerkeley
- NeighborhoodWESTBRAE
- Zip94706
- Style
- Year Built1937
- Price$ 879,000
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage851
- Lot Size0.0574 Acres
Data Source:
California Regional MLS (CRMLS)
Property Description
Talbot Avenue sits in Berkeley’s Westbrae neighborhood, where the streets are flat, the lots are deep, and neighbors still stop to talk on the sidewalk. For nearly ten years, this 1937 split-level has been home to the same family, a place where children took their first steps, friends gathered for dinner, and everyday routines became lasting memories. Set back behind a landscaped front garden, the home feels private and welcoming. Inside, original character is complemented by substantial improvements. Hardwood floors have been refinished, walls repaired and replastered, the interior freshly painted, and new light fixtures installed throughout. The eat-in kitchen pairs vintage charm with practical updates, including a classic Wedgewood stove, new quartz countertops, faucet, garbage disposal, satin nickel hardware, and engineered hardwood flooring. Cabinetry and shelving were reconfigured in 2021, and appliances include a Bosch dishwasher and updated refrigerator. A separate laundry room features new flooring over a rebuilt subfloor and an LG washer and dryer. The bathroom has been refreshed with a new vanity, faucet, mirror, lighting, and exhaust fan. Two bedrooms and an attached one-car garage complete the 851-square-foot main house. A detached office and studio at the rear of the property adds flexible usable space. Built out in 2021 with new windows, doors, and a skylight, it offers a dedicated setting for work, art, exercise, or retreat. Some of the home's most significant improvements are behind the walls. In 2026, the original knob-and-tube wiring was fully decommissioned and replaced. A new electric heat pump provides heating and air conditioning, while new attic insulation improves thermal performance. A new water heater was installed in 2023. Outside, the home has been freshly painted and fitted with new gutters. The generous, fully fenced backyard was regraded with new stonework, landscaping has been refreshed front and back, and fencing has been replaced along the rear and south property lines. The sellers have invested more than $130,000 in the property during their ownership, including approximately $90,000 in 2026. The result preserves the home's 1937 character while thoughtfully addressing its systems, surfaces, comfort, and efficiency. Home Energy Score of 8. BESO compliance pending.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/23/2026 | Listed $879,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 851 |
|---|---|
| Heating | Heat Pump |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Possession | Close Of Escrow |
| Garage Spaces | 1 |
| Architectural Style | Bungalow,Mediterranean |
| Pool Features | None |
| Construction Materials | Stucco |
| Year Built | 1937 |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| County | Alameda |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Subdivision Name | WESTBRAE |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Cross Street: Gilman. |
| City | Berkeley |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 2500 |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Vacant |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.1232Talbot.com |
| Property Sub Type Additional | Single Family Residence |
| PostalCity | ALBANY |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Breakfast Area,Eat-in Kitchen |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Wood |
| Fireplace Features | None |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | false |
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| Total Baths | 1 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Garage,Off Street,One Space |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Back Yard,Front Yard,Street Level |
| Total Parking | 1 |
| Lot Size Area | 2500 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.0574 |
| Private Pool | false |
| Lot Size Source | Public Records |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 94706
Price
Year Built
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