$1,295,000

479 Kentucky Ave Berkeley, CA 94707

Estimated payment $7,843/month

Total Views 6,473
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,784 Sq Ft
$726 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Subterranean Parking
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Central Air
  • Thousand Oaks Elementary School Rated A-
  • Brick or Stone Mason
  • 2-minute walk to Dorothy Bolte Park

About This Home

Beautifully reimagined and fully updated, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath Cragmont treasure offers 1,784 sq ft of refined living with breathtaking Bay panoramas. From the welcoming front porch, enjoy sweeping sights of the Golden Gate Bridge, Angel Island, and San Francisco skyline. Inside, sunlight pours into the living room anchored by a classic fireplace and new floors. The open kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, a gas range, a peninsula with bar seating, a breakfast nook, and a dining area—all positioned to capture iconic views. Two main-level bedrooms include one with Golden Gate vistas and dual closets, and a peaceful garden-facing room. The updated hall bath blends fresh style with modern finishes. Upstairs, the primary suite is a quiet sanctuary with skyline views, a walk-in closet, and an en suite featuring a striking navy vanity. A few steps higher, a versatile bonus room offers unmatched bridge views, ideal for a home office or guest space. The terraced backyard unfolds into multiple outdoor living areas, while a tandem garage, off-street parking, and landscaped front yard complete the home. A rare find, this residence offers an unmatched perspective over the Bay, set within one of Berkeley’s most sought-after and inspiring neighborhoods.

Listing Agent

Nathan Jines

KW Advisors East Bay License #02044913 Listed on: 07/11/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,616

Year Built

  • 1927

Lot Details

  • 5,253 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Brick or Stone Mason
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1,784 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating Available

Community Details

  • Bridge Aor Association
  • North Berkeley Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,616

Year Built

1927

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBOKWOAK
  • Subdivision Name: NORTH BERKELEY
  • Directions: Spruce to Michigan to Kentucky
  • Skirt: ["Concrete"]
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Year Built: 1927

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 7

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Brick, Stucco, Siding - Stucco, Frame
  • Property Condition: Existing
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Below Building Parking

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Hookups Only, Upper Level
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5253

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $9,616 $989,400 $296,820 $692,580
2024 $9,616 $506,441 $151,844 $354,597
2023 $11,215 $496,512 $148,867 $347,645
2022 $11,050 $486,779 $145,949 $340,830
2021 $11,004 $477,236 $143,088 $334,148
2020 $10,456 $472,342 $141,620 $330,722
2019 $9,968 $463,082 $138,844 $324,238
2018 $9,843 $454,004 $136,122 $317,882
2017 $9,498 $445,104 $133,454 $311,650
2016 $9,211 $436,377 $130,837 $305,540
2015 $9,132 $429,823 $128,872 $300,951
2014 $8,949 $421,404 $126,348 $295,056
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/11/2025 07/11/25 For Sale $1,295,000 +33.5% $726 / Sq Ft
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $970,000 -- --
05/31/2024 05/31/24 Sold $970,000 +7.9% $544 / Sq Ft
05/08/2024 05/08/24 Pending -- -- --
04/18/2024 04/18/24 For Sale $899,000 -- $504 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $970,000 Chicago Title
Grant Deed -- --
Grant Deed $150,000 First American Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $1,122,000 Construction
Previous Owner $390,000 Balloon
Previous Owner $140,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $30,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $150,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41104558

bridgeMLS

APN: 062-2945-026-00