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Berkeley Gourmet Ghetto Trophy Asset
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$4,700,000

1444 Walnut St, Berkeley, CA 94709

Eleven-unit building with apartments and commercial spaces in prime location.

Property Size7,167 SF
Price / SF$3,760
Days on Market282

Property Features for 1444 Walnut St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 7,167 SF
Property subtype Multi Family

Building Details

Building Size 7,167 SF
Year Built 1965
Listing Agency: KW Advisors East Bay
Listed By: Justin Paek
Source: Annnewtoncane
Added: Nov 17, 2025 Changed: Aug 23 Last Checked: Aug 26 at 1:39PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located in Berkeley's Gourmet Ghetto, 1444 Walnut St presents an opportunity to acquire an eleven-unit building. The property is situated near the original Peet's coffee and is three blocks from the University of California, Berkeley. The building features nine apartments and two commercial spaces, along with an elevator and secured parking that includes six spaces and six storage units. The unit mix includes five 2-bed 1-bath units, three 1-bed 1-bath units, and a 2-bed 2-bath two-level penthouse with a fireplace. All residential units have been updated and include balconies with Bay Views. The commercial spaces consist of a corner office space measuring 800 square feet and a 450-square-foot retail space that has been occupied by the same business for over 24 years. The location has a Walkscore of 96 and offers access to dining options, Downtown Berkeley BART, public transportation, and shopping.

Key Highlights

  • Prime location in Berkeley's Gourmet Ghetto with a Walkscore of 96, near Peet's Coffee and UC Berkeley
  • Rare 11‑unit trophy asset building with 9 apartments and 2 commercial spaces
  • Updated residential units, all with balconies and Bay Views

Property Analytics

Current Use

Apartment buildings

Suggested Use

Top Pick Nursing Home (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Veterinary Clinic Cosmetic Store Auto Parts Store Catering Service

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,145
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 94709, CA

12,514
Population
6,139
Households
2
Avg Household Size
29
Median Age
80%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
0.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
17,877
Density / Sq Mi
$95,223
Median Household Income
$42,958
Median Earnings
$1,988
Median Rent
$1,240,500
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in West region

7% 2022
7.8% 2023
8.6% 2024
8.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Apartment building - Eleven-unit building with apartments and commercial spaces in prime location.
Where is this apartment building located?
The property is located at 1444 Walnut St Berkeley, CA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $4,700,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Prime location in Berkeley's Gourmet Ghetto with a Walkscore of 96, near Peet's Coffee and UC Berkeley; Rare 11‑unit trophy asset building with 9 apartments and 2 commercial spaces; Updated residential units, all with balconies and Bay Views
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