This week crossed a body of water to comb through the East Bay's listings so we could present you with the top five lease expensive properties for sale in North Berkeley. We're happy to report that all but one of the listings are the newest members of our Under 500K Club. The boundaries are above, and you can click the map for a larger version. As always, we didn't include any property that has a pending sale. Let's get this party started.
5) 1716 Buena Ave
Asking price: $689,000
Size: 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,350-square-feet
Price per square foot: $510
The skinny: This single-family Craftsman home is packed with architectural charm, like an Arts & Crafts fireplace, and gumwood details. Its kitchen and bathroom are in great shape and the backyard is really spacious.
4) 1708 Martin Luther King, #1
Asking price: $460,000
Size: 2-bed, 1-bath, 1,215-square-feet
Price per square foot: $379
Monthly HOA Dues: $424
The skinny: This condo has Victorian charm. Its bright double parlor has wainscoting and crown moulding trim and 11' foot ceilings. Bonus: garden deck, laundry and storage with side viewing garden. There's no mention of parking.
3) 2113 Delaware Street, Unit 17A
Asking price: $285,000
Size: 1-bed, 1-bath, unlisted square footage
Price per square foot: Unavailable
Monthly HOA Dues: $273
The skinny: This tiny and adorable bungalow-like condo has a private patio that's covered with Wisteria. There's 1-car parking.
2) Undisclosed address
Asking price: $259,000
Size: 1-bed, 1-bath, unlisted square footage
Price per square foot: Unavailable
Monthly HOA Dues: $210
The skinny: Without knowing its address, the listing states that it's a "Prime N. Berkeley Location in the heart of "Gourmet Ghetto."" Hardwood flooring throughout. Parking's included.
1) 1708 Martin Luther King Jr Way, #4
Asking price: $189,000
Size: 0-bed, 1-bath, 513-square-feet
Price per square foot: $368
Monthly HOA Dues: $368
The skinny: The listing says it best: perfect for Cal student or pied-à-terre. There's no mention of parking.