1139 Cornell Ave, Albany, CA 94706 - Photo 1

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$1,300,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
5 Beds
2 Full Baths
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

First time on the market in over 60 years, this property presents a rare opportunity with huge upside potential. Filled with original vintage charm, this property offers generous living spaces and endless possibilities to customize, expand, or reimagine. In addition to the main residence, the property features a separate cottage-ideal for extended family, rental income, a home office, or creative studio. A two-car garage plus an extra detached storage shed provide abundant space for parking, storage, or future projects. A charming creek runs alongside the property, creating a peaceful natural setting perfect for family fun, relaxing summer days, and outdoor enjoyment. This is a truly special property with character, space, and exceptional potential. Bring your imagination and transform this timeless home into something extraordinary.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1139 Cornell Ave

General

Sold For: $1,300,000
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MAX
MLS ID: 41120400
Added to Site: 47 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 9
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Brick
Appliances: Gas Range, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 5

Other Rooms

Kitchen: Gas Range/Cooktop
Laundry: Dryer, Washer

Exterior

Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard, Storage

Parking

Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached

Location

Area: Listing
County: Alameda
Subdivision: Albany
Driving Directions: Take Gilman St and turn north on Cornell Ave.

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Central

Utilities

Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Bungalow
Exterior Const.: Stucco
Roof: Composition Shingles
Windows: Window Coverings
Stories/Levels: Two Story
Living Area: 1,710 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1910

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
Lot Dimensions: 6680
Lot Features: 2 Houses / 1 Lot

Financial Considerations

For Sale: Yes
Price Per Sq. Ft.: $760

Disclosures and Reports

Property ID: 652408151

Listed by Compass, Zhe Wang Birchett and Compass, Leslie Easterday
Sold by Ambati Properties, Sundeep Ambati

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Schools

Schools serving 1139 Cornell Ave

School District:Albany City Unified School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Marin Elementary School 1001 Santa Fe Avenue, Albany, CA 94706	K-5	0.4 mi
Ocean View Elementary School 1000 Jackson Street, Albany, CA 94706	K-5	0.5 mi
Cornell Elementary School 920 Talbot Avenue, Albany, CA 94706	K-5	0.5 mi
Albany Middle School 1259 Brighton Avenue, Albany, CA 94706	6-8	1 mi
Albany High School 603 Key Route Boulevard, Albany, CA 94706	9-12	0.9 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 1139 Cornell Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

2/11/2026

Sold

$1,300,000

30.65%

MLS

1/14/2026

Listed

$995,000

—

MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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1139 Cornell Ave, Albany, CA 94706 (MLS# 41120400) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,300,000 on February 11, 2026. Want to learn more about 1139 Cornell Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Albany? You can browse all Albany real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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