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- Listed price
- $1,695,000
- Listed Sep 22, 2021 · $795/sq ft
- Sold price
- $2,100,000
- Sold Dec 1, 2021
4 beds|3 ba|2,132 sqft|3,700 sqft lot|1910 Built|16 days listed
2519 Derby, Berkeley, CA 94705
Property Description
Overlooking the giant redwoods and open green space of Willard Park, this classic 1910 Neo-Baroque Edwardian is the jewel of Derby Street. While the curb appeal is exemplary of the vintage, it offers more than charm & elegance; it also offers a flexible floor plan & unique options for living. The main floor offers an en suite BR for guests or au pair & upstairs there are 3BR + a legal in-law suite w/ kitchen & bath on a separate meter. The back yard is a sunny oasis w/ a detached garage that's perfect for office or home gym. A long driveway could be used for larger storage, a basketball hoop or more lounging space. Replaced foundation, seismic upgrades, newer roof, solar. The potential is endless for how to live in this extremely flexible, gorgeously updated gem of a home. The Elmwood neighborhood is one of the most desirable and sought-after areas to live, with the shops of College Avenue just a couple of blocks away and its charming streets lined with historic Berkeley homes.
Listing agent: Shannon MitchellDRE #01957821shannon.mitchell@compass.com, Listing office: Compass
MLS data updated 10/20/2026, 2:11:57 PM PT
Source: CRMLSMLS #: 40967100
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Last recorded sale$2,100,000
Dec 1, 2021
Available records22021
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$2,100,000Closed sale · Dec 1, 2021ZIP 94705 · Dec 2021
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