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Property Description
Sweet opportunity in desirable Central Berkeley! A cute craftsman built in 1920, this character-filled single level home is ready for a fresh vision. Featuring original architectural details including hardwood floors, crown moldings, and two fireplaces, this two bedroom and one bath home offers the perfect canvas to create something truly special. The well-balanced floor plan includes a deep front porch with built-in bench, formal dining room with built-ins, and a large open kitchen with separate prep-room and mudroom/laundry at back. The large sunny back yard is perfect for family gatherings, with an apple and plumb tree and lots of space for gardening. Sitting on a level lot, there's excellent potential to expand or reimagine the space. Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined block, just blocks from two elementary schools, Berkeley High, and Downtown Berkeley, this property offers a unique combination of charm, location, and untapped potential. Whether you're looking to restore and reside or renovate and resell, this is your chance to bring new life to a classic Berkeley home.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1809 Channing Way
General
- Sold For: $740,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MAX
- MLS ID: 41095433
- Added to Site: 266 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Interior Features: Formal Dining Room, Storage
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Dining Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
- Appliances: Free-Standing Range, Gas Water Heater
- Flooring: Hardwood Floors Throughout, Linoleum
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Tile Counters, Freestanding Range/Oven, Other
- Laundry: 220 Volt Outlet, Gas Dryer Hookup, Hookups Only, Inside Room
Additional Information
- Equipment: Satellite Dish
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Storage, Entry Gate, Yard Space
Parking
- Parking Features: On Street
Location
- Area: Listing
- County: Alameda
- Subdivision: Central Berkeley
- Driving Directions: From Martin Luther King go west on Channing 2 blks
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Floor Furnace, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Bungalow, Craftsman
- Exterior Const.: Composition Shingles, Stucco
- Roof: Composition Shingles, See Remarks
- Stories/Levels: One Story
- Living Area: 1,123 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.09
- Lot Dimensions: 3920.4
- Lot Features: Level, Rectangular Lot, Back Yard, See Remarks
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $667
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 55190416
Listed by District Homes, Viviana Lahrs
Sold by District Homes, Eleanor Ridge
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Schools
Schools serving 1809 Channing 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 | 0.1 mi |
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School 1645 Milvia Street, Berkeley, CA 94709 | K-5 | 0.8 mi |
Malcolm X Elementary School 1731 Prince Street, Berkeley, CA 94703 | K-5 | 0.8 mi |
Willard Middle School 2425 Stuart Street, Berkeley, CA 94705 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
Berkeley High School 1980 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94704 | 9-12 | 0.3 mi |
Oxford Elementary School 1222 University Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94702 | K-5 | 0.9 mi |
Cragmont Elementary School 830 Regal Road, Berkeley, CA 94708 | K-5 | 2 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 1809 Channing Way
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/12/2025
Sold
$740,000
-1.2%
MLS
4/30/2025
Listed
$749,000
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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.
1809 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA 94703 (MLS# 41095433) is a Single Family property that was sold at $740,000 on June 12, 2025. Want to learn more about 1809 Channing Way? 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.

