California’s indoor-outdoor lifestyle is captured to great effect in this cozy, turnkey LEVEL IN SINGLE LEVEL modern farmhouse. Located in the heart of West Berkeley and positioned near the vibrant Fourth Street district, the 3-bedroom home sits behind a gated front yard while maintaining effortless flow to a private, flat yard for outdoor entertaining. Meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated, the property has integrated some high-efficiency features such as a modern heat pump AC system, and dual pane windows earning a 9/10 Home Energy Score, BESO Compliance, and a $0 Section 1 clearance. The interior is anchored by the organic texture of European Oak plank floors, while contemporary touches such as new designer lighting throughout and modern black-trimmed dual-pane casement windows flood the spaces with natural light and clear sight lines. The updated chef’s kitchen achieves a balance of old and new, featuring shaker-style cabinetry, quartz countertops, a classic subway tile backsplash, stainless steel GE appliances and an eating area with a built-in corner banquette. The bathroom features a subway tile shower surround with a charcoal hexagon tile floor for a modern pop. Two bedrooms off the living area feature frosted glass barn doors on the closets, while a flexible third bedroom offers a quiet retreat. An indoor laundry room features ample counter space, side-by-side W/D and outdoor access. Thoughtful storage is achieved through adjustable Elfa closet organizer systems throughout. The sunny backyard is a private modern oasis for nature lovers and garden enthusiasts, featuring low maintenance turf, gravel seating area, raised veggie beds, and established trees for extra privacy. With a 93 Walk Score and 94 Bike Score, it offers easy access to Rosa Parks School, local favorites like Franklin Brothers Market and Cafe Chiave, and is a short distance to North Berkeley BART.
Property Details
Price:
$859,000
MLS #:
41131098
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
1
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
WEST BERKELEY
Listed Date:
Apr 15, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,132
Lot Size:
3,000 sqft / 0.07 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1949
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Schools
School District:
Berkeley
Interior
Appliances
GWH
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom
Flooring
TILE
Heating
HP
Laundry Features
DINC, WINC
Levels
A
Exterior
Construction Materials
BRK
Roof
SHN
Financial
Map
Community
- Address1020 Channing Way Berkeley CA
- SubdivisionWEST BERKELEY
- CityBerkeley
- CountyAlameda
- Zip Code94710
Subdivisions in Berkeley
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Berkeley as of Apr 24, 2026
141
Single Family Listed
53
Avg DOM
589
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,536,278
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the WEST BERKELEY subdivision, 1020 Channing Way Berkeley CA is a Single Family for sale in Berkeley, CA, 94710. It is listed for $859,000 and features 3 beds, 1 baths, and has approximately 1,132 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1949. The current price per square foot is $759. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Berkeley is $589. The average listing price for Single Family in Berkeley is $1,536,278.
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