1236 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA, 94702

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1236 Allston Way
Berkeley, CA 94702

Single Family Residence|Sold
3
Beds
2
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1,412
SqFt
1915
Built
Subdivision:
POETS CORNER
County:
Alameda
Listed by Gretchen Roethle of Salt & Pine Real Estate gretchen@saltandpinerealestate.com
Bought with Sandor Hatvany of KW Advisors East Bay (510) 775-1079
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Set in Berkeley’s beloved Poets Corner, this immaculate Scandinavian-inspired modern home is a rare convergence of extraordinary design, effortless livability, and one of the city’s most cherished neighborhoods. From the moment you enter, the home feels expansive, calm, and beautifully considered. Soaring 11-foot ceilings and abundant natural light give the approximately 1,412-square-foot interior a remarkable sense of volume, while warm wood tones, clean architectural lines, and thoughtfully selected finishes create an atmosphere that is both striking and deeply inviting. At the heart of the home is a beautifully designed kitchen featuring custom wood cabinetry, sleek quartz countertops, open shelving, sculptural lighting, and a dramatic Heath tiled backsplash. The adjoining living and dining spaces unfold toward an expansive glass door, dissolving the boundary between indoors and out and creating the kind of seamless connection to the garden that defines the very best of California living. The floor plan delivers everything buyers hope to find: three bedrooms, two beautifully finished baths, generous open living space, and a serene primary suite. Beyond the main house, a detached studio offers the ideal setting for a home office, creative space, gym, or quiet retreat. Every inch feels intentional. Every finish feels cohesive. And everything—from the modern heat-pump system to the exceptional indoor-outdoor flow—has been designed to make daily life feel simpler, more comfortable, and considerably more beautiful. All of this just moments from Strawberry Creek Park, neighborhood cafés, markets, and community destinations that make this pocket of Berkeley so special. Immaculate, efficient, and unlike anything else on the Berkeley market—this is the rare home that truly checks every box, then adds a few you didn’t know you needed. HES 10.

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Listing Snapshot
Bedrooms 
3
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
N/A
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,412 sqft
Lot Size 
0.0918 Acres
Year Built 
1915
MLS® Number 
41144004
Status 
Sold
Property Tax 
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
5 days agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
General Features
Acres 
0.0918
Levels 
One
Parking 
NoneOff Street
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Style 
Contemporary
Interior Features
Appliances 
Gas Water HeaterDryerWasher
Cooling 
Fireplace Features 
None
Flooring 
Tile
Heating 
Heat Pump
Interior 
Breakfast BarEat-in Kitchen
Kitchen 
Features - Stone Counters
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Stucco
Exterior 
Garden
Lot Features 
Back YardFront YardGardenSprinklers In Front
Patio And Porch 
DeckPatio
Pool Features 
None
Roof 
Metal
Community Features
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventionalFHA1031 Exchange


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