Nestled in North Berkeley's coveted Gourmet District, 1585 Arch Street ideally located just a few blocks from UC Berkeley and within a 5-minute walk to campus, this property provides excellent access to the university and surrounding amenities such as cafes, shops, parks, and transit. Its prime location, strong rental demand make it an attractive opportunity for investors, faculty, students, or professionals seeking convenient, low-maintenance living in a vibrant, intellectually engaging community. This property is a two-story 2BD/1.5BA townhome-style condo that blends classic Art Deco details with modern upgrades. Featuring high ceilings, hardwood floors, and multi-pane double-hung windows, the homes architectural character shines alongside updated kitchen and baths enhanced with stylish finishes and functional design. The light-filled main level offers a spacious living room with wide windows, a sunny dining area, and a modern kitchen with gas range and in-unit washer/dryer. Upstairs, both bedrooms have walk-in closets, and the primary bedroom includes a generous office alcove with serene neighborhood viewsideal for remote work or study. Additional highlights include a beautifully landscaped common area, shared bike storage, and a private single-car garage with extra storage.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bedroom 1 Description: Walk-in Closet
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 Bathrooms: 1
Interior Features
- Walk-in Closet
- Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances
- Walk-in Closet
- Laundry Features: Washer / Dryer
Kitchen and Dining
- Garbage Disposal
- Dining Room Description: Dining Area
Heating and Cooling
- Heating Features: Central Forced Air - Gas Heating
Garage and Parking
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Detached Garage
Land Info
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
Amenities and Community Features
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Fee: 475
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Insurance - Common Area, Insurance - Earthquake, Insurance - Hazard , Maintenance - Common Area, Maintenance - Exterior
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 475
- Association Name: 1581-1585 Condo Association
Multi-Unit Info
School Information
- High School District: Berkeley Unified
Other Property Info
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Alameda
- Cross Street: Cedar st
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: Berkeley Map Area 1
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: Berkeley Map Area 1
- Ownership Type: Condominium Ownership
- Parcel Number: 059-2252-032
- Postal City: BERKELEY
- Zoning: R2A-H
- Property Subtype: Condominium
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1132
- Year Built: 1924
- Property Age: 101
- Levels or Stories: 2
- Total Area Sqft: 1132
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Accessibility Features
- Amenities Misc.: Walk-in Closet
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer - Public
- Public Utilities
- Water Source: Public