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Property Description
TRANSPARENT PRICE. The best priced duplex in years! Only 6 duplexes sold in the neighborhood in the last 2 years. Average sale price is $2.376 million. The McGrath House - A Rare Opportunity in Iconic Normandy Village/North Campus/Berkeley Hills. The McGrath House is a Craftsman Duplex (FULLY VACANT) with excellent rental potential, perched in Berkeley's coveted Normandy Village. This architectural gem offers sweeping views of the San Francisco Bay, Golden Gate Bridge, Downtown Oakland, Berkeley Hills, and the UC Berkeley Campus. Just blocks from the Northside of Cal Campus, the Rose Garden, Chez Panisse, Cheese Board, Memorial Stadium, and the Gourmet Ghetto. This prime location puts the very best of Berkeley at your doorstep, providing sweeping views, excellent schools, and walkability, while keeping you out of the high fire zone. Live in one unit and rent the other, or bring your contractor and reimagine the McGrath House to it's original glory as a grand single-family residence. With its rich history, unbeatable location, and endless potential, this is a truly rare find in Berkeley's best neighborhood. Opportunity knocks.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2517 Cedar St
General
- Sold For: $900,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Duplex
- Source: MAX
- MLS ID: 41107765
- Added to Site: 184 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Formal Entry, Storage Area(s)
- Appliances: Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Flooring: Hardwood Floors Throughout
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard
Parking
- Parking Features: Detached
Location
- Area: Listing
- County: Alameda
- Subdivision: N. Campus
- Driving Directions: Shattuck to Cedar
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: No Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Floor Furnace, Wall Furnace
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utility Description: Internet Available
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Siding - Stucco, Wood
- Roof: Composition Shingles
- Living Area: 2,128 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1935
Lot Features
- Property View: Bay, Bay Bridge, Golden Gate Bridge, Hills, San Francisco
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.06
- Lot Dimensions: 2720
- Lot Features: Sloped Up
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $458
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 58224614
Listed and Sold by Real Brokerage Technologies, Abraham Butler-Rotholz
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Schools
Schools serving 2517 Cedar St
School District:Berkeley Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School 1645 Milvia Street, Berkeley, CA 94709 | K-5 | 0.6 mi |
Washington Elementary School, Berkeley, CA 2300 Martin Luther King Junior Way, Berkeley, CA 94704 | K-5 | 1.1 mi |
Cragmont Elementary School 830 Regal Road, Berkeley, CA 94708 | K-5 | 1.1 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 | 1 mi |
Oxford Elementary School 1222 University Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94702 | K-5 | 1.7 mi |
Malcolm X Elementary School 1731 Prince Street, Berkeley, CA 94703 | 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 2517 Cedar St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/31/2025
Sold
$900,000
-7.69%
MLS
9/11/2025
Price Reduced
$975,000
-2.4%
MLS
8/29/2025
Price Increased
$999,000
25.66%
MLS
8/12/2025
Listed
$795,000
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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.
2517 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA 94708 (MLS# 41107765) is a Duplex property that was sold at $900,000 on December 31, 2025. Want to learn more about 2517 Cedar St? Do you have questions about finding other Duplex real estate for sale in Berkeley? You can browse all Berkeley real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

