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1730 Highland Pl APT 1, Berkeley, CA, 94709

1beds
1baths
679sqft
$550,000
$810price/sqft
$3,946/moest. monthly cost
$157,840/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to 1730 Highland Place, Unit 1 — a bright and inviting corner unit located in Berkeley’s highly coveted Northside neighborhood. This 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo seamlessly blends historic charm with thoughtful updates, offering an ideal retreat for students, professionals, or anyone craving a vibrant, walkable lifestyle. Step inside to discover gleaming hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, and large windows that flood the space with natural light. The updated kitchen cabinetry adds a modern touch, while the spacious layout makes the most of every square foot. Tucked just one block from UC Berkeley and minutes from Tilden Park's scenic trails, this location offers unmatched access to the best of the city. Stroll to the Gourmet Ghetto for world-class dining, or unwind at nearby cafés and shops. With a Walk Score of 90+, everything you need is truly at your doorstep. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a charming, sunlit home in a well-maintained, historically significant building at the heart of Berkeley’s cultural and natural landscape.

Getting Around

72
WalkingVery Walkable
55
TransitGood Transit
50
BikeBikeable

Schools

10/10
Willard Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.2 mi
9/10
Berkeley High SchoolGrades 9-121.1 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Existing
  • Year built: 1955

Materials

  • Construction materials: Stucco

Type & Style

  • Home type: Condo
  • Architectural style: Other
  • Property subType: Condominium

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Range,Refrigerator
  • Laundry features: Common Area

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Brick,Living Room,Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Common walls with other units/homes: Corner Unit

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 679
  • Total interior livable area: 679 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 58220444
  • Special condition: Standard
  • Other equipment: None

Features

  • Levels: One Story
  • Stories: 1
  • Pool features: None
  • Exterior features: No Yard

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.49 Acres
  • Features: Other

Parking

  • Parking features: Carport
  • Carport: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeVery High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Earthquake
Inland Flooding
Heat Wave

FEMA Declared Disasters in Alameda County and California

Earthquake
Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Ice Storm
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,781$33,372
Home Insurance *$83$996
Property Taxes $684$8,208
Electricity $398$4,786
Total$3,946$47,352
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$135,291/yr
40% on housing$118,380/yr
45% on housing$105,226/yr

California FAIR Plan Programs

California FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 417,310Commercial: 13,990
Total Premiums$1.42B
Total Exposure$429.84B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 6.9%
6.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.3%
4.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 2.0%
2.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$810This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 94709$445
Alameda County$497

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 94709$752
Alameda County$664

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-07-24Listed for sale$550,000
2025-08-16Listing removed$535,000
2025-07-28Listed for sale$535,000
2025-05-29Listing removed$599,000
2025-05-05Listed for sale$599,000
2025-01-30Listing removed$2,295
2025-01-15Price change$2,295
2025-01-14Listed for rent$2,195
2024-01-26Sold$610,000
2024-01-01Pending sale$610,000
2023-10-20Price change$610,000
2023-10-02Listed for sale$635,000
2023-09-21Listing removed--
2023-08-27Price change$635,000
2023-06-15Price change$639,000
2023-06-01Listed for sale$549,000
2005-01-13Sold$385,000
1998-09-18Sold$178,000
1994-06-14Sold$152,500

For Sale by Agent

AgentDerrick Gardner
BrokerageLA BAY PROPERTIES

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