Make your mark on this gorgeous 1926 Tudor/Spanish Revival in a wonderful Berkeley location, just steps from the upper Kensington shops. Step through the plank door with its decorative nail studs, a period treasure, into an entry with a coat closet and soft ceiling lighting. Beyond it, the living and dining rooms are the showstoppers, with vaulted wood-plank ceilings and hardwood floors. A sculpted fireplace with gas insert is flanked by two divided-light windows. French doors open to a charming petite balcony and frame lovely partial Bay views, as do the west-facing dining room windows. Spanish tile brings Old World warmth to the spacious kitchen, which includes a washer and dryer. A second set of French doors opens to a flagstone courtyard, perfect for outdoor dining. A split-level flight of stairs leads to a hall bathroom, two bedrooms (one with a fireplace), and a primary suite with en suite bath. Every room has its own special view, but the most captivating is the koi pond seen from the light-filled primary bedroom. A glass-pane door leads to the backyard, where you can carry your morning coffee to a stone bench overlooking the mesmerizing koi. Water-loving plants ring the pond, and morning light dances across the surface, creating a magical spot for respite and reflection. The landscaped grounds also include an ornamental olive tree, two citrus trees, climbing vines, and lush plantings. This one-of-a-kind property offers period details, a great layout, beautiful outdoor spaces, and opportunity! Bring your vision for updates and some deferred maintenance, though many improvements are already in place: a newer roof (2019), water heater (~2022), copper supply plumbing, seismic safety shutoff, 200 AMP electrical service, and no active knob and tube wiring. Home energy score is 4. This coveted Thousand Oaks neighborhood is just 5 minutes from Solano Avenue shops and 10 minutes from UC Berkeley, close to parks, restaurants, and cafes, with easy commute options.
Property Details
Price:
$995,000
MLS #:
41151411
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
THOUSAND OAKS
Listed Date:
Oct 21, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,663
Lot Size:
5,900 sqft / 0.14 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1926
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Schools
Interior
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
None
Flooring
Tile, Wood
Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Laundry Features
Washer Included, Dryer Included
Levels
Multi/Split
Exterior
Architectural Style
Tudor, Spanish
Attached Garage YN
1
Construction Materials
Stucco
Covered Spaces
1
Garage Spaces
1
Lot Features
Front Yard, Back Yard, Up Slope from Street
Parking Features
Garage, Garage Door Opener
Parking Spots
1
Parking Total
1
Roof
Shingle
View
Bay, Bridge(s)
Waterfront Features
Pond
Financial
Map
Community
- Address455 Arlington Ave Berkeley CA
- SubdivisionTHOUSAND OAKS
- CityBerkeley
- CountyAlameda
- Zip Code94707-1608
Subdivisions in Berkeley
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Berkeley as of Oct 23, 2026
94
Single Family Listed
76
Avg DOM
728
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,471,624
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the THOUSAND OAKS subdivision, 455 Arlington Ave Berkeley CA is a Single Family for sale in Berkeley, CA, 94707-1608. It is listed for $995,000 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,663 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1926. The current price per square foot is $598. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Berkeley is $728. The average listing price for Single Family in Berkeley is $1,471,624.
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