Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/28/2026
Listed
$1,150,000
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Property Description
A rare opportunity to own a piece of Berkeley history. Built in 1925 and lovingly held by the same family for 78 years, this spacious 6 bedroom home is being offered on the market for the first time in nearly 8 decades. Ideally located just minutes from the University, BART, downtown Berkeley, and nearby schools and parks, this property offers both convenience and strong investment potential. The home features generous living spaces and classical architectural charm, ready for a new owner to restore and reimagine. Repairs are needed, including updates to the windows and other areas throughout the home making this an excellent opportunity for investors, contractors, or buyers looking to create their dream property in a prime location. Come take a look today. No buyers letters will be presented to the seller.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1578 Allston Way
General
- Price: $1,150,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: METROLIST_Cali
- MLS ID: 226037931
- Updated: 3/30/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Dining Room, Possible Guest, Laundry, Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Brick, Living Room, Wood Burning, See Remarks
- Appliances: Free Standing Refrigerator, Hood Over Range, Dishwasher
- Flooring: Laminate, Linoleum, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Bathroom Features: Tile, Tub with Shower Over, Window
- Primary Bathroom: Tile, Tub w/Shower Over, Window
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Granite Counter
- Dining Room: Other
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Gas Hook-Up, Hookups Only, Inside Area, Inside Room
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Uncovered Courtyard
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking: Detached, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+
Location
- County: Alameda
- Subdivision: Spaulding Tract
- Cross Streets: California
- Driving Directions: 80 westbound to University, University to Sacramento Street South and East onto Allston
School Information
- School District: Alameda
- Elem School District: Berkeley Unified
- Midd School District: Berkeley Unified
- High School District: Berkeley Unified
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central
- Heating Type: Central, Fireplace(s)
- Heating Fuel: Central, Fireplace(s)
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Water District
- Cable Available: Yes
- Utility Description: Cable Available, Public, Sewer Connected, Internet Available, Natural Gas Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Two Story Contemporary
- Construction: Plaster, Ceiling Insulation, Stucco
- Basement: Yes
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Fiberglass
- Windows: Dual Pane Full, Skylight(s)
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 2,544
- Sq. Ft. Source: Owner
- Year Built: 1925
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
Lot Features
- Property View: Other
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.0826
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,600
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
- Road Maintenance: Road Maintenance Agreement, Public Maintained Ro
- Irrigation System: None
- Topography: Level, Trees Few
- Zoning: Residential
- Lot Description: Curb(s)/Gutter(s), Shape Regular
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard, Wood, Fenced, Full, Other
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: None
- APN: 056-2001-004-00
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Schools
Schools serving 1578 Allston Way
School District:Berkeley Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Washington Elementary School, Berkeley, CA 2300 Martin Luther King Junior Way, Berkeley, CA 94704 | K-5 | 0.4 mi |
Oxford Elementary School 1222 University Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94702 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School 1645 Milvia Street, Berkeley, CA 94709 | K-5 | 0.8 mi |
Willard Middle School 2425 Stuart Street, Berkeley, CA 94705 | 6-8 | 1.3 mi |
Berkeley High School 1980 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94704 | 9-12 | 0.5 mi |
Sylvia Mendez Elementary 2840 Ellsworth Street, Berkeley, CA 94705 | K-5 | 1.1 mi |
Malcolm X Elementary School 1731 Prince Street, Berkeley, CA 94703 | K-5 | 1.1 mi |
Cragmont Elementary School 830 Regal Road, Berkeley, CA 94708 | 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 1578 Allston Way
Tax History
Tax History for 1578 Allston Way
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,745
17%
$152,423
2%
2024
$4,927
4%
$149,435
2%
2023
$4,743
4%
$146,505
2%
2022
$4,548
1%
$143,633
2%
2021
$4,522
8%
$140,817
1%
2020
$4,200
7%
$139,373
2%
2019
$3,934
3%
$136,640
2%
2018
$3,827
5%
$133,961
2%
2017
$3,661
6%
$131,335
2%
2016
$3,456
2%
$128,760
2%
2015
$3,389
2%
$126,826
2%
2014
$3,323
3%
$124,343
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2013
$3,224
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$123,781
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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