Topfind Realty
Renting

Search Rentals

Houses for RentTownhomes for RentCondos for RentView All Rentals →

Renting Resources

Why Rent With UsRenter GuideRent vs Buy Calculator

Renter Articles

How to Negotiate RentUnderstanding Your LeaseMoving Checklist for Renters
Buying

Search Homes

Houses for SaleTownhomes for SaleCondos for SaleView All Homes →

Buying Resources

Why Buy With UsBuyer GuideAffordability CalculatorInvestment CalculatorProperty Tax Calculator

Buyer Articles

Master Your New Home BudgetBeat Moving StressPacking Secrets
Selling

Selling Tools

Home ValuationFind a Seller's Agent

Selling Resources

Why Sell With UsSeller GuideNet Sheet CalcHELOC Calculator

Seller Articles

Strategic PricingDownsizing Tips
Mortgage Rates

Today's Rates

Mortgage RatesRefinance RatesLoan ComparisonHELOC Calculator

Mortgage Resources

Understanding Mortgage RatesFirst-Time Homebuyer GuideWhen to Refinance Your Mortgage
Realtors
Topfind
Houses for RentTownhomes for RentCondos for RentView All Rentals →
Why Rent With UsRenter GuideRent vs Buy Calculator
How to Negotiate RentUnderstanding Your LeaseMoving Checklist for Renters
Houses for SaleTownhomes for SaleCondos for SaleView All Homes →
Why Buy With UsBuyer GuideAffordability CalculatorInvestment CalculatorProperty Tax Calculator
Master Your New Home BudgetBeat Moving StressPacking Secrets
Home ValuationFind a Seller's Agent
Why Sell With UsSeller GuideNet Sheet CalcHELOC Calculator
Strategic PricingDownsizing Tips
Mortgage RatesRefinance RatesLoan ComparisonHELOC Calculator
Understanding Mortgage RatesFirst-Time Homebuyer GuideWhen to Refinance Your Mortgage
groupRealtorsinfoAbout Us
Continue with Google
Sign InSign Up
Topfind Realty
Renting

Search Rentals

Houses for RentTownhomes for RentCondos for RentView All Rentals →

Renting Resources

Why Rent With UsRenter GuideRent vs Buy Calculator

Renter Articles

How to Negotiate RentUnderstanding Your LeaseMoving Checklist for Renters
Buying

Search Homes

Houses for SaleTownhomes for SaleCondos for SaleView All Homes →

Buying Resources

Why Buy With UsBuyer GuideAffordability CalculatorInvestment CalculatorProperty Tax Calculator

Buyer Articles

Master Your New Home BudgetBeat Moving StressPacking Secrets
Selling

Selling Tools

Home ValuationFind a Seller's Agent

Selling Resources

Why Sell With UsSeller GuideNet Sheet CalcHELOC Calculator

Seller Articles

Strategic PricingDownsizing Tips
Mortgage Rates

Today's Rates

Mortgage RatesRefinance RatesLoan ComparisonHELOC Calculator

Mortgage Resources

Understanding Mortgage RatesFirst-Time Homebuyer GuideWhen to Refinance Your Mortgage
Realtors
Topfind
Houses for RentTownhomes for RentCondos for RentView All Rentals →
Why Rent With UsRenter GuideRent vs Buy Calculator
How to Negotiate RentUnderstanding Your LeaseMoving Checklist for Renters
Houses for SaleTownhomes for SaleCondos for SaleView All Homes →
Why Buy With UsBuyer GuideAffordability CalculatorInvestment CalculatorProperty Tax Calculator
Master Your New Home BudgetBeat Moving StressPacking Secrets
Home ValuationFind a Seller's Agent
Why Sell With UsSeller GuideNet Sheet CalcHELOC Calculator
Strategic PricingDownsizing Tips
Mortgage RatesRefinance RatesLoan ComparisonHELOC Calculator
Understanding Mortgage RatesFirst-Time Homebuyer GuideWhen to Refinance Your Mortgage
groupRealtorsinfoAbout Us
Continue with Google
Sign InSign Up
Real Estate/CA/Berkeley/653 San Fernando Ave
play_circleVideo Tour
Photo 1 of 653 San Fernando Ave
Photo 2 of 653 San Fernando Ave
1 / 20
Main
Interior 1
Interior 2
Interior 3
Interior 4
imagesmode View 20 photos
For Sale
$1,395,000
Est. $7,812/mo

653 San Fernando Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707

bed
3
Bedrooms
bathtub
2
Bathrooms
square_foot
1,893
Sq Ft

About this home

Welcome to Casa Verde! Nestled in Thousand Oaks, on one of North Berkeley's most desirable tree-lined streets, 653 San Fernando Avenue offers the perfect blend of classic character, thoughtful improvements, and exceptional versatility. Just moments from the vibrant shops, cafés, restaurants, and neighborhood favorites along Solano Avenue, this home places you in the heart of one of Berkeley's most sought-after communities while offering a peaceful residential setting. Inside, the home has been enhanced with valuable updates, including recent foundation improvements that provide added peace of mind. The home is full of character and warmth and features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and gleaming hardwood floors throughout. The primary suite boasts a recently renovated spa-like bathroom. A thoughtfully converted attic expands the living space with additional square footage, offering flexibility for a guest retreat, creative studio, or private workspace. The expansive finished basement provides even more opportunities to fit your lifestyle. Whether you envision a home office, media room, fitness area, family room, wine cellar or bonus recreation space, this versatile level offers endless potential. The enchanting backyard is a true retreat, shaded by magnificent mature oak trees that create a magical canopy for outdoor entertaining, quiet mornings, or relaxing evenings surrounded by nature. Close proximity to local parks, trails, Tilden Park and all that Berkeley has to offer. Experience the unique combination of neighborhood charm, natural beauty, and flexible living spaces that make this property an exceptional place to call home. Energy score of 5.

Property Facts

bed

Bedrooms

3

bathtub

Bathrooms

2

square_foot

Square Feet

1,893

landscape

Lot Size

4,872 sqft

calendar_month

Year Built

1924

home_work

Property Type

Single Family Residence

timer

Days on Market

1

payments

HOA Fee

N/A

garage

Garage Total

1

fingerprint

MLS #

41144763

Interior Details

General Interior

Interior Features

Breakfast Area, Attic

Flooring

Wood

Fireplace

Dining Room, Living Room

Kitchen & Appliances

Appliances

Dryer, Washer

Parking

Total Parking Spaces

3

Garage Spaces

1

Attached Garage

Yes

Parking Features

Garage

Exterior & Lot

Building & Construction

Patio & Porch

Deck, Patio

Roof

Shingle

Lot & Grounds

Lot Features

Back Yard, Front Yard, Secluded

Mortgage Calculator

Total Monthly

$0

Principal & Interest:
$0
Property Tax:
$0
Home Insurance:
$0
HOA Fees:
$0
$
$
%

Nearby Schools

RatingSchool NameGradesDistance
9
Thousand Oaks Elementary
Elementary School
K-50.4 mi
10
Cragmont Elementary
Elementary School
K-50.6 mi
N/A
GOLESTAN SCHOOL
Private School
K-120.8 mi
10
Albany High
High School
9-120.8 mi
N/A
MacGregor High (Continuation)
High School
10-120.8 mi

Convenience Score

Market Insights

94707|Berkeley
analytics

Estimated Value

Calculating...
trending_up0%vs. last year
Value history is still building for this area.

Market Temperature

Seller'sBalancedBuyer's
0d30d60d180d
Balanced

Balanced market

30 Days

Avg. time on market

This is a Balanced Market. Homes are selling at a moderate pace.

flood

Flood & Climate Risk

Flood Risk

Minimal — not in a FEMA flood zone

Low

Wildfire Risk

Moderate — near wildland-urban interface

Moderate

Heat Risk

Low — moderate summer temperatures

Low

Earthquake Risk

Southern California seismic zone

Moderate
volume_up

Noise Levels

TrafficQuiet residential street
AirportMinimal airport noise
CommercialLow commercial activity nearby
location_on

Location

653 San Fernando Ave

Berkeley, CA 94707

Open in Mapsopen_in_new
Topfind Realty

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Get expert support from a local agent today.

call
(800)-330-9306Available 9AM - 7PM

Similar Homes You Might Like

Based on price, location, and features

847 PERALTA AVENUE
NEW 17 HRS AGO
OPEN AUG 13, 4:30PM - 7PM

$1,395,000

FOR SALE

847 PERALTA AVENUE, Berkeley, CA 94707

3 beds · 2 baths · 1,700 sqft

200 Fairlawn Dr
NEW 39 HRS AGO
OPEN AUG 13, 4:30PM - 7:30PM

$1,089,000

FOR SALE

200 Fairlawn Dr, Berkeley, CA 94708

3 beds · 2 baths · 1,525 sqft

1080 Monterey Ave.
OPEN AUG 15, 9PM - 11PM
VIRTUAL TOUR

$1,599,000

FOR SALE

1080 Monterey Ave., Berkeley, CA 94707-2523

3 beds · 2 baths · 1,919 sqft

984 Regal Rd
OPEN AUG 15, 9PM - 11:30PM
VIRTUAL TOUR

$1,395,000

FOR SALE

984 Regal Rd, Berkeley, CA 94708

3 beds · 2 baths · 1,875 sqft

1538 Russell St
OPEN AUG 16, 9:30PM - 12AM
VIRTUAL TOUR

$1,499,888

FOR SALE

1538 Russell St, Berkeley, CA 94703

3 beds · 2 baths · 1,929 sqft

639 Cragmont
OPEN AUG 13, 5PM - 8PM
VIRTUAL TOUR

$1,095,000

FOR SALE

639 Cragmont, Berkeley, CA 94708-1329

3 beds · 2 baths · 1,592 sqft

965 Virginia St
OPEN AUG 16, 9PM - 11PM
VIRTUAL TOUR

$1,049,000

FOR SALE

965 Virginia St, Berkeley, CA 94710

3 beds · 2 baths · 1,560 sqft

1645 Capistrano Ave
VIRTUAL TOUR

$1,210,000

FOR SALE

1645 Capistrano Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707

3 beds · 2 baths · 1,641 sqft

Recently Sold

1631 Belvedere Avenue
VIRTUAL TOUR

$1,400,000

SOLD

1631 Belvedere Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94702-1324

3 beds · 3 baths · 2,160 sqft

1207 Francisco Street
VIRTUAL TOUR

$1,095,000

SOLD

1207 Francisco Street, Berkeley, CA 94702

3 beds · 2 baths · 1,598 sqft

1400 Santa Fe Ave
VIRTUAL TOUR

$1,395,000

SOLD

1400 Santa Fe Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702

4 beds · 2 baths · 1,713 sqft

2800 Prince St

$1,795,000

SOLD

2800 Prince St, Berkeley, CA 94705

4 beds · 2 baths · 2,060 sqft

2717 Mabel St
3D TOUR

$795,000

SOLD

2717 Mabel St, Berkeley, CA 94702

4 beds · 3 baths · 1,707 sqft

7084 Westmoorland Dr
VIRTUAL TOUR

$1,495,000

SOLD

7084 Westmoorland Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705

3 beds · 3 baths · 2,137 sqft

589 San Luis Rd.
VIRTUAL TOUR

$1,615,000

SOLD

589 San Luis Rd., Berkeley, CA 94707-1723

4 beds · 2 baths · 2,244 sqft

1135 Parker St

$1,195,000

SOLD

1135 Parker St, Berkeley, CA 94702

3 beds · 2 baths · 1,743 sqft

$1,395,000
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,893 sqft
Request a tourcall
Topfind Realty

Company

  • About Us
  • Careers
  • Articles
  • Home Estimate

Explore

  • Renting
  • Buying
  • Selling
  • Realtors

Support

  • Help Center
  • Contact Us
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Policy

Topfind Realty, DRE # 02240815, is a licensed real estate broker in California. Topfind Realty pledges to support the Fair Housing Act and adhere to Equal Housing Opportunity laws.

Copyright © 2026 Topfind Realty. All Rights Reserved.