965 Virginia St

Welcome to this enchanting 1939 Spanish Mediterranean, the kind of home that quietly steals your heart at every turn. Nestled in one of Northwest Berkeley's most desirable neighborhoods, this 3BR, 2BA, 1560sf home comes with a detached studio office and feels like something from a storybook. Rich with original character, timeless charm, and perfectly situated to enjoy the very best of Berkeley, this is a home that feels both magical and effortlessly livable. The main level is the heart of the home, where the spacious living and dining rooms flow into a charming kitchen with a light-filled breakfast nook and seamless indoor-outdoor connection to the back deck and garden. The sun flows in from the large picture windows, calling you out to smell English roses, and pick the Gravenstein apples, kitsu mandarins, and more. Tucked behind the house is a beautifully modernized detached office studio, an inspiring work-from-home retreat featuring transom windows, wall-to-wall bookshelves, and whimsical wallpaper that adds just the right touch of personality. Upstairs from the main floor are two sunny bedrooms and a full bath, while the lower level features a large private bedroom suite with an adjoining bath, laundry room, and direct access to the backyard. Two storage sheds provide exceptional space for tools, hobbies, and outdoor gear, while the wide driveway offers convenient side-by-side parking for two cars. Beyond the front door, enjoy one of Berkeley's most coveted lifestyles. Stroll to Fourth Street for boutique shopping, cafés, restaurants, and weekend brunch. Spend afternoons exploring the waterfront at Shorebird Park, Adventure Playground, and César Chávez Park, where miles of walking and biking trails offer sweeping Bay views, unforgettable sunsets, kite flying, sailing, and one of the East Bay's favorite off-leash dog parks. Just minutes away, the Hopkins Street corridor offers neighborhood favorites, specialty markets, cafés, and Monterey Market, while nearby James Kenney and Cedar Rose Parks provide green space close to home. With quick access to Interstate 80, commuting throughout the East Bay and into beyond is remarkably convenient. Lovingly maintained and full of soul, this special home blends original architectural character with flexible living spaces, abundant storage, and an exceptional Berkeley lifestyle. HES: 7.

Current Status

Active - Coming Soon

Original Price

$1,049,000

List Price

$1,049,000

On Market Date

Aug 3, 2026

Property Type

Detached

D/N/S

North-West Berk

Zip Code

94710

MLS ID

41143676

APN

58212418

Year Built

1939

Stories in Building

2

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Data Source

MAXEBRDI

Origin MLS System

Bridge AOR

Bed

3

Bath

2

Parking

0

Off Street

SQ FT

1,560

SQ FT Source

Graphic Artist

Lot SQ FT

4,400.0

Lot Acres

0.1 Acres

Pool Info

None

Kitchen

Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Breakfast Nook, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop

Cooling

No Air Conditioning

Disclosures

Nat Hazard Disclosure

Entry Level

Exterior Details

Back Yard, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Automatic, Storage

Flooring

Hardwood, Laminate

Foundation

Fire Place

None

Heating

Forced Air

Laundry

Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer

Upper Level

2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath

Main Level

Main Entry

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Architectural Style

Bungalow, Spanish

Construction Status

Existing

Additional Miscellaneous Features

Back Yard, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Automatic, Storage

Location

Level

Roof

Composition Shingles

Water and Sewer

Public

Fee

Unavailable

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