1331 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley, CA 94709 - Photo 1

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$1,830,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
5 Beds
3 Full Baths
1 Car Garage

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Property Description

Built in 1909 and cherished by only two families, this exceptional Berkeley Craftsman is rich in history, character, and possibility. Originally built by a local merchant for his daughter, the home has been lovingly preserved by both families fortunate enough to own it. The spacious interior offers 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, along with a formal living room, a sitting room, a dining room, and a dedicated office. An expansive 44-by-42.7-foot attic presents exciting possibilities for additional living space, a creative studio, or a private retreat, subject to city approval. Open house This Sat. & Sun 1-4 pm, will take offers on 8/25/26 at 10 am. The home sits on a level 6,750-square-foot lot-larger than many residential lots in Berkeley's flatlands-with room for gardens, outdoor entertaining, expansion, or other future possibilities. With its graceful proportions, original Craftsman character, and remarkable history, 1331 Martin Luther King Jr. Way is a rare opportunity to restore, enhance, and become the next steward of a true Berkeley treasure.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1331 Martin Luther King Jr Way

General

Sold For: $1,830,000
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MAX
MLS ID: 41144027
Added to Site: 56 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 8
Interior Features: Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Library, Office, Pantry
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Family Room
Appliances: Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 3
Bathroom Features: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Window
Primary Bathroom: Tub, Window

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 5

Other Rooms

Kitchen: Tile Counters, Pantry, Refrigerator
Laundry: Dryer, Washer

Exterior

Exterior Features: Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard

Parking

Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached

Location

Area: Listing
County: Alameda
Subdivision: North Berkeley
Driving Directions: Berryman St. to MLK Jr. Way or from Rose St. to MLK Jr. Way.

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Forced Air

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utility Description: Natural Gas Connected

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Colonial, Craftsman
Exterior Const.: Other
Roof: Composition Shingles
Stories/Levels: Two Story
Living Area: 2,948 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1909

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.16
Lot Dimensions: 6969.6
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $509

Disclosures and Reports

Property ID: 60244823

Listed by Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l, Yun Tong
Sold by Security Pacific Real Estate, Jigme Gaeshingtsong

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Schools

Schools serving 1331 Martin Luther King Jr Way

School District:Berkeley Unified School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School 1645 Milvia Street, Berkeley, CA 94709	K-5	0.4 mi
Cragmont Elementary School 830 Regal Road, Berkeley, CA 94708	K-5	0.9 mi
Washington Elementary School, Berkeley, CA 2300 Martin Luther King Junior Way, Berkeley, CA 94704	K-5	1.1 mi
Martin Luther King Middle School 1781 Rose Street, Berkeley, CA 94703	6-8	0.2 mi
Berkeley High School 1980 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94704	9-12	1 mi
Oxford Elementary School 1222 University Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94702	K-5	1.2 mi
Sylvia Mendez Elementary 2840 Ellsworth Street, Berkeley, CA 94705	K-5	1.8 mi
Malcolm X Elementary School 1731 Prince Street, Berkeley, CA 94703	K-5	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 1331 Martin Luther King Jr Way

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

9/15/2026

Sold

$1,830,000

22%

MLS

8/07/2026

Listed

$1,500,000

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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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