2603 Ellsworth Street

Opportunity knocks just blocks from UC Berkeley! This vacant duplex offers flexibility for investors, owner-occupants, student housing, or multigenerational living in one of Berkeley's most sought-after locations. The property features two units, period charm, tall windows, and abundant natural light throughout. Additional basement space includes three separate rooms, two with exterior access, providing substantial space for storage, hobbies, workshops, or other uses. Outside, enjoy a gated and fenced outdoor area with landscaping and one off-street parking space, plus abundant permitted street parking nearby. Conveniently located near UC Berkeley, public transit, hospitals, cafes, restaurants, and shopping. A rare opportunity to move in and enjoy as-is, renovate over time, or unlock the property's full potential. Home Energy Score: 1.

Days on Market

0 days

Current Status

Active

Original Price

$820,000

List Price

$820,000

On Market Date

Jul 15, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Home

Area

2309 - Berkeley Map Area 9

Zip Code

94704

MLS ID

ML82053006

APN

055-1833-020

Year Built

1900

Stories in Building

2

Possession

COE

Data Source

MLSL

Origin MLS System

MLSListings, Inc.

Bed

3

Bath

2

Full on Ground Floor, Showers over Tubs - 2+, Split Bath, Stall Shower

Parking

1

Gate / Door Opener, No Garage, Off-Street Parking, On Street, Parking Restrictions, Other

SQ FT

1,707

SQ FT Source

Unavailable

Lot SQ FT

2,465.0

Lot Acres

0.056589 Acres

Kitchen

Countertop - Formica, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator

Cooling

None

Dining Room

No Formal Dining Room

Disclosures

Natural Hazard Disclosure

Family Room

Separate Family Room

Flooring

Carpet, Concrete, Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl / Linoleum

Foundation

Concrete Slab

Heating

Baseboard, Electric, Gas, Wall Furnace

Laundry

Inside

Possession

COE

Fee

Unavailable

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