1232 Talbot Ave

Berkeley, CA
$ 879,000 Beds 2 Baths 1 Sq 851 Virtual Tour
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Talbot Avenue sits in Berkeley’s Westbrae neighborhood, where the streets are flat, the lots are deep, and neighbors still stop to talk on the sidewalk. For nearly ten years, this 1937 split-level has been home to the same family, a place where children took their first steps, friends gathered for dinner, and everyday routines became lasting memories. Set back behind a landscaped front garden, the home feels private and welcoming. Inside, original character is complemented by substantial improvements. Hardwood floors have been refinished, walls repaired and replastered, the interior freshly painted, and new light fixtures installed throughout. The eat-in kitchen pairs vintage charm with practical updates, including a classic Wedgewood stove, new quartz countertops, faucet, garbage disposal, satin nickel hardware, and engineered hardwood flooring. Cabinetry and shelving were reconfigured in 2021, and appliances include a Bosch dishwasher and updated refrigerator. A separate laundry room features new flooring over a rebuilt subfloor and an LG washer and dryer. The bathroom has been refreshed with a new vanity, faucet, mirror, lighting, and exhaust fan. Two bedrooms and an attached one-car garage complete the 851-square-foot main house. A detached office and studio at the rear of the property adds flexible usable space. Built out in 2021 with new windows, doors, and a skylight, it offers a dedicated setting for work, art, exercise, or retreat. Some of the home's most significant improvements are behind the walls. In 2026, the original knob-and-tube wiring was fully decommissioned and replaced. A new electric heat pump provides heating and air conditioning, while new attic insulation improves thermal performance. A new water heater was installed in 2023. Outside, the home has been freshly painted and fitted with new gutters. The generous, fully fenced backyard was regraded with new stonework, landscaping has been refreshed front and back, and fencing has been replaced along the rear and south property lines. The sellers have invested more than $130,000 in the property during their ownership, including approximately $90,000 in 2026. The result preserves the home's 1937 character while thoughtfully addressing its systems, surfaces, comfort, and efficiency. Home Energy Score of 8. BESO compliance pending.

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  • Price
  • $ 879,000
  • City
  • Berkeley
  • Bedrooms
  • 2
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 1
  • County
  • Alameda
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Lot Size
  • 0.0574 Acres
  • Zip
  • 94706
  • Sqr Footage
  • 851
  • Year Built
  • 1937
  • Style
  • MLS#
  • 41149167
Listed By: Megan Micco with COMPASS; 510-708-9952
Data Source: California Regional MLS (CRMLS)

Features

General

Living Area 851
Heating Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air
Possession Close Of Escrow
Garage Spaces 1
Architectural Style Bungalow,Mediterranean
Pool Features None
Construction Materials Stucco
Year Built 1937
Stories Count 1
Levels One
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
County Alameda
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
HOA false
Attached Garage true
Subdivision Name WESTBRAE
Garage Y/N true
Full Baths 1
Status Active
Directions Cross Street: Gilman.
City Berkeley
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 2500
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange
Standard Status Active
Occupancy Type Vacant
Virtual Tour http://www.1232Talbot.com
Property Sub Type Additional Single Family Residence
PostalCity ALBANY

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Breakfast Area,Eat-in Kitchen
Flooring Wood
Fireplace Features None
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N false
Total Bedrooms 2
Total Baths 1

Exterior Features

Parking Features Garage,Off Street,One Space
Lot Features Back Yard,Front Yard,Street Level
Total Parking 1
Lot Size Area 2500
Lot Size Acres 0.0574
Private Pool false
Lot Size Source Public Records

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

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$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Temecula, CA office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Unknown Elementary School
Middle School Unknown Middle School
High School Unknown High School

Price History

9/23/2026 Listed $879,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 94706

Price
AVG $1.21M
$880K
Year Built
AVG 1937
1937

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1232 Talbot Ave Berkeley, CA is a Single Family Home for sale at $879000 with 851 sqft and a lot size of 0.0574 Acres Acre(s). 1232 Talbot Ave Berkeley has 2 bedrooms, 1 baths and was built in 1937. The property's zip code is 94706 which is in Berkeley, CA

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