1421 Cornell Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94702
Single-family home · 2 recorded sales since 2021
Sold July 2026
Listing Agent: Robert Parker (DRE #01923837) · Listing Office: Compass · Contact: 510-470-9096 · Bought with: Ellen Martinez · Compass · MLS #41137914 · Source: CRMLS
How this sale compares
1421 Cornell Avenue sold for $1,475,000 in July 2026, 48% over its $995,000 list price, after 14 days on the market. That works out to $996 per square foot on 1,481 square feet. Across 45 closed sales in 94702 over the last 12 months, the median sold price is $1,200,000 and the median is $1,055 per square foot, 5.9% above this sale's $996.
| Quarter | Closed sales in 94702 | Median sold price |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | 3 | $960,000 |
| Q2 2026 | 30 | $1,200,000 |
| Q3 2026 | 12 | $1,200,000 |
Figures are MLS-reported closed sales (CRMLS); ZIP medians cover the last 12 months. Nalren does not estimate values. Recently sold in Berkeley · Homes for sale in 94702
Description
Thoughtfully reimagined in 2026 under the guidance of a professional designer, this charming 2++ BR, 2 BA Westbrae bungalow pairs classic 1941 character w/fresh, modern style. The all-new chef’s kitchen features custom sage cabinetry, leathered granite counters, a handmade tile backsplash, a workstation sink w/brass fixtures, open shelving + a professional-grade range. The split-level floor plan provides great flexibility + separation of space: a lovely living room w/hardwood floors, a vintage tile-framed fireplace + French doors to the magical backyard, along w/a formal dining room and a sunny breakfast nook on the main level; 2 spacious BRs + an elegant, updated BA upstairs; and 2 versatile bonus rooms (office/guest/hobby), a stylishly remodeled full BA (2026) + a laundry room on the lower level w/its own entrance. Fresh paint inside + out, new lighting throughout, and BESO compliance w/ Home Energy Score of 8. Outside, flagstone patios, mature plantings + multiple seating areas create a tranquil garden retreat. All this, less than ½ mile to Westbrae’s shops, cafes + markets, and 0.8 miles to N Berkeley BART. With a Walk Score of 89 and a perfect Bike Score of 100, this is Berkeley living at its finest!
Listing description from the July 2026 sale, as reported to CRMLS.
Sale history
Recent sales near 1421 Cornell Avenue
1175 Camelia St: Sold $1,200,000 · 2 bd · 1 ba · 967 sqft · Jun 2026 · 0.1 mi
EXP Realty of California, Inc | DRE #01364555
Buyer's agent: Mohammad Khan, Real Broker | DRE #021689061339 Kains Ave: Sold $1,400,000 · 2 bd · 1 ba · 1,042 sqft · Apr 2026 · 0.1 mi
Compass | DRE #02149500
Buyer's agent: Negar Souza, Red Oak Realty | DRE #017016671470 Cornell Ave: Sold $2,300,000 · 4 bd · 3 ba · 1,935 sqft · Aug 2026 · 0.1 mi
Corcoran Icon Properties | DRE #01987195
Buyer's agent: Cheryl Berger, Compass | DRE #018448791229 Hopkins St: Sold $1,320,000 · 2 bd · 1 ba · 929 sqft · Jun 2026 · 0.1 mi
District Homes | DRE #02217753
Buyer's agent: Alex Michas, Compass | DRE #019428241419 Northside Ave B: Sold $900,000 · 2 bd · 1 ba · 1,050 sqft · Jun 2026 · 0.1 mi
Red Oak Realty | DRE #01366511
Buyer's agent: Ehsan Habib, KW Advisors East Bay | DRE #021668991246 Hopkins St: Sold $2,060,000 · 3 bd · 2 ba · 2,079 sqft · Jul 2026 · 0.2 mi
Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty | DRE #01802420
Buyer's agent: Jordan Lento, Compass | DRE #021076111314 Kains Ave 4: Sold $384,000 · 1 bd · 1 ba · 545 sqft · Sep 2026 · 0.2 mi
Choice Realty | DRE #01163141
Buyer's agent: OUT OF AREA, OUT OF AREA | DRE #000000001311 Hopkins Street: Sold $1,215,000 · Jun 2026 · 0.2 mi
Corcoran Icon Properties | DRE #02103734
Buyer's agent: Giuseppe Zumbo, Compass | DRE #01753412
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