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The Art of Renewal-An extraordinary opportunity in the heart of North Berkeley. Set on an expansive, tree-lined corner lot in one of Berkeley’s most coveted neighborhoods, 1915 Berryman offers a rare combination of location, scale, flexibility and future potential. Currently configured as a three-unit property, the site invites a wide range of possibilities—reimagine the existing residences, create a compelling income property, explore an owner/user opportunity, or pursue a more ambitious vision for the property. Adding another dimension to its potential, the property was previously ZAB approved for an architecturally striking 11-residence development designed by Gunkel Architecture, offering a future owner an exceptional foundation from which to explore redevelopment of the site. What makes 1915 Berryman especially compelling is the freedom to think creatively. Improve what is here today, generate income, revisit the previously approved development, or investigate an entirely new vision for this substantial Berkeley property. With separate utility metering already in place and a generous site in a premier North Berkeley setting, the possibilities are remarkable. A rare chance to acquire a significant property in an exceptional Berkeley location—and determine its next chapter.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
10,420 sq ftLot Size
$760Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Sheila Sabine•DRE #01028547• The GRUBB Company
North Berkeley, located between the Berkeley Hills and San Pablo Avenue, is a residential and academic Berkeley neighborhood with leafy side streets and a compact gourmet corridor. The neighborhood’s character concentrates at Shattuck Avenue and Vine Street, where sidewalk tables, specialty grocers, and small galleries set a steady daytime hum. The Cheese Board Collective anchors the food scene with its bakery and pizza line, while Chez Panisse remains a touchstone for California cooking. North Berkeley BART adds a commuter pulse without changing the quiet blocks of Craftsman bungalows and mid-century apartments. Ohlone Park’s greenway and the nearby Rose Garden shape daily routines with long, linear paths and terraced views. A grid of bike-friendly streets links cafés, bookstores, and corner markets to campus and the hills.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Storage
Window coverings
Unfinished basement
Bathrooms
Unit 1: 1 bathroom
Unit 2: 1.5 bathrooms
Unit 3: 1 bathroom
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Laundry in basement
220-volt outlet
Flooring
Hardwood, laminate, and carpet flooring
Heating & cooling
Gravity and wall furnace heating
No air conditioning
Exterior features
Front yard, side yard, and garden
Fenced
Home design
Triplex
Built in 1900
Parking
Detached parking
Off-street parking
6 parking spaces
Construction
Composition shingle construction material
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Separate electric, gas, and water meters
Other
3 units
Electricity and solar
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41151519
Oct 16, 2026
Listed
$1,498,000
$760/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40974041
Mar 7, 2022
Sold
$2,100,000
$1,065/sq ft
Feb 21, 2022
Pending
—
Nov 12, 2021
Listed
$1,995,000
$1,012/sq ft
+33
Rarely available, incredible Berkeley opportunity for the savvy investor, builder or developer! 1915 Berryman is a phenomenal, fantastic location in Berkeley, in a coveted, tree lined neighborhood in short distance to so much we love about Berkeley. Currently configured as a triplex, a new investor/over can renovate the units and lease them for immediate income. Even more exciting, the property has received ZAB (Zoning Adjustments Board, Berkeley) approval to build 11 beautiful new condominium units, with a striking design from Gunkel Architecture. Three units are considered below market per City of Berkeley requirements, and the other 8 are all market rate! Another option could be utilizing the ADU law and add two units, subject to City of Berkeley approval. This is an incredible site, a unique opportunity, in a rare world class location. Three gas, three water and electric meters!
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40883725
Mar 18, 2020
Sold
$1,400,000
$710/sq ft
Jan 29, 2020
Pending
—
Dec 9, 2019
Relisted
—
Nov 29, 2019
Pending
—
Sep 26, 2019
Listed
$1,625,000
$824/sq ft
Rarely available multi unit home in North Side. Two story craftsman with a full walk in basement. Floorplan was 3 units, previous owners removed the common wall between the two main level units to create one large living area to accommodate their large family. Third unit is upstairs. There are 3 separate gas and electric meters in place. This property has incredible potential plus a very desirable location just a few blocks from UC and downtown Berkeley. Foundation replaced in 2005. Large 10,000+ square foot corner lot offers privacy and off street parking. Property age listed is approximate.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$32,983 (+7.4%)
$681,924 + $1,591,157
$2,273,081
2024
$30,719 (+2.0%)
$668,556 + $1,559,964
$2,228,520
2023
$30,107 (+39.1%)
$655,452 + $1,529,388
$2,184,840
2022
$21,647 (−0.3%)
$432,835 + $1,009,948
$1,442,783
2021
$21,708 (+204.7%)
$432,835 + $1,009,948
$1,442,783
2020
$7,124 (+6.8%)
$424,351 + $990,152
$1,414,503
2019
$6,672 (+2.5%)
$113,764 + $183,394
$297,158
2018
$6,508 (+4.3%)
$111,533 + $179,798
$291,331
2017
$6,237 (+5.4%)
$107,203 + $172,817
$280,020
2016
$5,918 (+1.8%)
$107,203 + $172,817
$280,020
2015
$5,816 (+2.4%)
$105,101 + $169,429
$274,530
2014
$5,679 (+0.5%)
$101,495 + $163,616
$265,111
2013
$5,653 (+3.6%)
$101,495 + $163,616
$265,111
2012
$5,457 (−1.9%)
$101,037 + $162,877
$263,914
2011
$5,566 (+6.3%)
$99,056 + $159,684
$258,740
2010
$5,235 (−1.0%)
$97,114 + $156,553
$253,667
2009
$5,285 (+6.0%)
$96,385 + $155,384
$251,769
2008
$4,984
$96,615 + $155,754
$252,369
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,420 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1900
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,972
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,972
Year built
1900
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Alameda County
APN
060 244901300
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
R-2A
Restricted Multiple-Family Residential District
The purpose of the Restricted Multiple-Family Residential (R-2A) district is to: Implement the General Plan by encouraging the development of medium-density residential areas characterized by small multiple-family and garden-type apartment structures with a maximum of open space consistent with this type of development; Make available housing for persons who desire apartment-type accommodations with a maximum of open space; Protect adjacent properties from unreasonable obstruction of light and air; and permit only land use intensity which is compatible with existing low-density residential structures and is not detrimental to the immediate neighborhood.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Housing-Other
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 82° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
9/10 Air Factor
16 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Berkeley, CA • 94709
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Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 8% for direct sun exposure in Berkeley. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.9 hrs
5.2 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 1915 Berryman St
$1,707,533
$210K over list price of $1.50M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.2M to $3.1M.