2926 Ellis St, Berkeley, CA 94703
2926 Ellis St, Berkeley, CA 94703
Property Description
Set on a quiet, tree-lined street in one of South Berkeley’s most convenient pockets, this classic Craftsman bungalow is ready for new vision. Full of character, natural light, and original period charm, the home offers the ideal canvas for someone looking to restore, reimagine, or create their own Berkeley retreat. Outside, a nice-sized backyard provides room to garden, entertain, or expand your outdoor living space—hard to find in this location and full of potential for anyone who wants to design their own oasis. Mature greenery in the front and rear gives the property a natural sense of privacy and charm. The neighborhood is known for its warm community feel and unbeatable access—just minutes to Berkeley Bowl, Ashby BART, cafés, parks, and the vibrant energy that defines Berkeley living. With its authentic Craftsman architecture, great lot, and tremendous upside, 2926 Ellis St is a rare opportunity for buyers, builders, or anyone who loves the beauty of an older home and wants to bring it back to life. A true Berkeley original—ready for your touch.
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Comparative Market Analysis
Affordable Tier · 5 active · 5 closed
Berkeley · Single Family Residence
Listed 46.8% below the median closed sale of $1,880,000. Price per sqft ($695) is a 42% discount to closed comps ($1,191). Closed comps sold at 163% of list — strong seller's market.
Price Position
Priced below the market — value advantage over the field.
Active Properties (5)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 425 Kentucky Ave | Berkeley | 1926 | 3 | 1 | 1,471 | 5,406 | $678 | $998,000 | 22 | 88 |
| 2705 Walker St | Berkeley | 1911 | 3 | 2 | 1,281 | 2,975 | $933 | $1.20M | 3 | 86 |
| 1205 Curtis St | Berkeley | 1924 | 3 | 1 | 1,179 | 3,800 | $929 | $1.09M | 10 | 84 |
| 1595 Dwight Way | Berkeley | 1925 | 2 | 1 | 1,266 | 6,640 | $707 | $895,000 | 3 | 80 |
| 1024 Overlook Rd | Berkeley | 1955 | 3 | 2 | 1,537 | 6,494 | $649 | $998,000 | 32 | 77 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 2.8 | 1.4 | 1,346.8 | 5,063 | $779.2 | $1.04M | 14 | |||
| Median | 1,281 | $998,000 | ||||||||
Closed Properties (5)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2129 Roosevelt Ave | Berkeley | 1906 | 10/06/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,489 | 6,500 | $1.09M | $2.05M | $1,377 | 1.87 | 33 | 89 |
| 1236 Allston Way | Berkeley | 1915 | 09/09/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,412 | 4,000 | $1.20M | $2.20M | $1,558 | 1.84 | 34 | 89 |
| 1922 Fairview St | Berkeley | 1938 | 09/29/2026 | 3 | 1 | 1,388 | 4,000 | $390,000 | $576,000 | $415 | 1.48 | 33 | 85 |
| 1370 Hearst Ave | Berkeley | 1922 | 09/11/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,339 | 3,605 | $1.09M | $1.88M | $1,400 | 1.71 | 41 | 84 |
| 3027 Regent St | Berkeley | 1923 | 10/07/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,562 | 5,168 | $1.50M | $1.88M | $1,204 | 1.26 | 28 | 84 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 3.0 | 1.8 | 1,438 | 4,654.6 | $1.72M | $1.72M | $1,190.8 | — | 33.8 | ||||
| Median | 1,412 | $1.88M | $1.88M | ||||||||||
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This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.