$899,000
Berkeley
2 bd 1 ba 91 m²
Berkeley, California Real Estate: East Bay Prices and Neighbourhoods
125 homes and apartments for sale in Berkeley, United States.
Photo: Georg Eiermann / Unsplash
Properties for sale in Berkeley
24 properties shown
$1,099,000
Berkeley
3 bd 2 ba 177 m²
$825,000
Berkeley
2 bd 1 ba 99 m²
$1,995,000
Berkeley
4 bd 3 ba 274 m²
$1,035,000
Berkeley
2 bd 2 ba 138 m²
$3,250,000
Berkeley
4 bd 4 ba 455 m²
$1,595,000
Berkeley
4 bd 3 ba 161 m²
$995,000
Berkeley
2 bd 2 ba 85 m²
$1,195,000
Berkeley
3 bd 2 ba 162 m²
$1,599,000
Berkeley
2 bd 2 ba 149 m²
Apartment$698,000
Berkeley
1 bd 1 ba 77 m²
Apartment$1,125,000
Berkeley
3 bd 3 ba 139 m²
$698,000
Berkeley
2 bd 1 ba 91 m²
$1,025,000
Berkeley
3 bd 2 ba 122 m²
$1,495,000
Berkeley
4 bd 3 ba 244 m²
Apartment$995,000
Berkeley
1 bd 1 ba 116 m²
$795,000
Berkeley
4 bd 3 ba 159 m²
$600,000
Berkeley
2 bd 1 ba 96 m²
$1,595,000
Berkeley
5 bd 4 ba 297 m²
$998,000
Berkeley
3 bd 2 ba 110 m²
$995,900
Berkeley
5 bd 3 ba 225 m²
$1,249,000
Berkeley
2 bd 2 ba 138 m²
Apartment$659,000
Berkeley
1 bd 1 ba 62 m²
$998,000
Berkeley
5 bd 3 ba 138 m²
Buyer's guide: Berkeley
Berkeley is a university city on the east side of San Francisco Bay, with a strong rental market, hillside views and some of the highest home prices in the United States. RealEstateAbroad currently lists 125 properties with a median asking price of €937,779 (US dollar prices converted to euros). This page breaks down the numbers and what overseas buyers should check.
Berkeley price table
Asking prices from current listings on RealEstateAbroad, converted to euros.
| Measure | Figure |
|---|---|
| Listings | 125 |
| Median asking price | €937,779 |
| Lower to upper quartile | €714,286 to €1,425,890 |
| Median price per m² | €7,311 |
| Median size | 138 m² |
Houses and condos
Houses make up 93 of 125 listings and apartments (condos and small multi-unit) 32. By bedrooms, 2-bed homes lead with 42 listings, then 4-bed with 30, 3-bed with 21, 1-bed and 5+ with 16 each.
Berkeley houses are often older bungalows and Craftsman homes on small lots, so size is modest. Compare with US house listings and US apartment listings.
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Areas of Berkeley
The Berkeley Hills offer views and larger plots, with wildfire and landslide exposure to check. North Berkeley, near the Gourmet Ghetto, is popular with professionals; Elmwood and Claremont have leafy streets and period houses; West Berkeley is flatter, more industrial and cheaper. The University of California campus underpins rental demand from students and staff, and BART trains reach San Francisco in about 25 minutes. The Hayward Fault runs along the base of the hills, so seismic retrofits and geological reports are standard concerns.
Berkeley is a long-term hold: strong demand from the university and the tech economy, balanced against tenant protections and earthquake risk.
Rules and costs for foreign buyers
There are no federal or California restrictions on foreign buyers. Points to watch:
- Property tax: around 1% of the purchase price plus local bonds, reassessed on sale
- City transfer tax: Berkeley levies a notable tax on sales, normally paid by the seller; confirm current rates
- Rent control and tenant rules: Berkeley has strong tenant protections that affect rental plans
- Financing: non-resident loans need larger deposits; see US financing
- Selling later: FIRPTA withholding of 15% can apply to non-resident sellers
Our US buying guide covers escrow and title steps.
East Bay neighbours
Oakland, Alameda and Richmond border or sit close to Berkeley, while Lafayette and Walnut Creek are suburban markets over the hills. San Francisco is across the bay. The United States page lists other states.
Last updated 8 October 2026
Buying property in Berkeley: FAQ
How much does a house in Berkeley cost?
The median asking price for our 125 listings is €937,779, with half between €714,286 and €1,425,890. Prices are converted from dollars.
Can foreigners buy a home in Berkeley?
Yes. California has no ownership restrictions for non-residents, though financing and tax filings differ.
Is Berkeley good for rentals?
The university provides steady demand, but Berkeley's tenant-protection and rent rules limit flexibility. Model them before buying to let.
What risks affect Berkeley homes?
Earthquakes along the Hayward Fault, wildfire in the hills and ageing wood-frame housing. Inspect and insure accordingly.
How do I get to San Francisco?
BART takes around 25 minutes from the main downtown Berkeley station, depending on the line and time of day.
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