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$869,000 Just Listed

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • Updated 4 hours ago

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1204 Neilson St,Berkeley, CA 94706

1204 Neilson StBerkeleyCA94706

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    1204 Neilson St,Berkeley, CA 94706
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    1204 Neilson St,Berkeley, CA 94706
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    1204 Neilson St,Berkeley, CA 94706
    1204 Neilson StBerkeleyCA94706
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Welcome to 1204 Neilson St, a 2 plus bedroom, 1 plus bath, Berkeley bungalow, that surprises and delights, and epitomizes charming. Traditional on the exterior as well as on the main level, yet the upper level is loft-like, rustic and expansive. The feeling of being in a beach cottage is evident throughout. The home invites you to sit back and relax. It is warm, cozy and cool. The main level features a spacious living room with hardwood floors, and a large front window, a charming eat-in kitchen with tile and butcher-block countertops and a wood beamed ceiling, a sun-filled bedroom with a huge closet, a full bath and a laundry area. The upper level has a soaring wood beamed ceiling, a large primary bedroom with a private balcony and en suite half bath, and an office with a built-in desk and shelving. The office could serve as a nursery, a hobby room or more. The magical, lush backyard and large platform deck are an outdoor oasis and the sweet backyard building* is the perfect spot to practice yoga, paint, write a book, work from home, or whatever your heart desires. The block is coveted by the owners and all its residents and the location is a dream. One block away are a plethora of wonderful restaurants and shops, including Berkeley Natural Grocery, Adega Azul, Headlands Biergaten, Berkeley Bagel, Coffee Conscious, Kiku Sushi, Praaw Thai and more. A new Spanish Tapas restaurant, Meso'n, is scheduled to open soon in the neighborhood, as well. Other nearby amenities include The Ohlone Greenway, North Berkeley BART, Terrace Park and The Gilman District. BESO score of 6.

Full Property Details for 1204 Neilson St

General

  • Price: $869,000
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MAX
  • MLS ID: 41145990
  • Updated: Today (8/25/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 5
  • Interior Features: Office
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Brick, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom Features: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Closet, Window
  • Primary Bathroom: Tile, Other, See Remarks, Window

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Other Rooms

  • Kitchen: Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Freestanding Range/Oven
  • Laundry: Dryer, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer, Inside

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Garden, Back Yard, Garden/Play

Parking

  • Parking Features: No Parking on Site, No Garage

Location

  • Area: Listing
  • County: Alameda
  • Subdivision: Westbrae
  • Driving Directions: Gilman, N on Neilson

School Information

  • School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150
  • Elem School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150
  • High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: None
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer in Street
  • Water: Public, Irrigation Connected

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Cottage
  • Model: Beach cottage/ bungalow
  • Exterior Const.: Wood Shingles, Wood Siding
  • Roof: Tar/Gravel, Composition
  • Windows: Double Pane Windows, Window Coverings
  • Stories/Levels: Two Story
  • Year Built: 1938

Lot Features

  • Property View: Hills
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.06
  • Lot Dimensions: 2613.6
  • Lot Features: Level, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Private
  • Fencing (Description): Partial Fence

Financial Considerations

  • For Sale: Yes
  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $878

Disclosures and Reports

  • Property ID: 60241244

Listed by Red Oak Realty, Sheril Madden

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  • Sheril Madden

    Red Oak Realty

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Schools serving 1204 Neilson St

School District:Berkeley Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
Ruth Acty Elementary
1400 Ada Street, Berkeley, CA 94702
K-50.3 mi
Thousand Oaks Elementary School
840 Colusa Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94707
K-50.8 mi
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
1645 Milvia Street, Berkeley, CA 94709
K-51.1 mi
Martin Luther King Middle School
1781 Rose Street, Berkeley, CA 94703
6-80.6 mi
Berkeley High School
1980 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
9-121.4 mi
Rosa Parks Environmental Science Magnet School
920 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94710
K-51.2 mi
Sylvia Mendez Elementary
2840 Ellsworth Street, Berkeley, CA 94705
K-52.2 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 1204 Neilson St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/25/2026
Listed
$869,000
19.04%
MLS
6/18/2013
Sold
$730,000
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Tax History for 1204 Neilson St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$13,356
—
$909,880
1%
2025
$13,356
8%
$898,907
2%
2024
$12,418
2%
$881,284
2%
2023
$12,172
2%
$864,005
2%
2022
$11,985
—
$847,070
2%
2021
$12,032
5%
$830,461
1%
2020
$11,475
3%
$821,950
2%
2019
$11,118
2%
$805,838
2%
2018
$10,951
4%
$790,041
2%
2017
$10,572
3%
$774,551
2%
2016
$10,294
1%
$759,367
2%
2015
$10,167
—
$747,964
2%
2014
$10,119
31%
$733,313
38%
2013
$7,700
—
$530,000
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1204 Neilson St, Berkeley, CA 94706 (MLS# 41145990) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 1204 Neilson St is currently listed for $869,000 and was received on August 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 1204 Neilson St? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Berkeley? You can browse all Berkeley real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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