2224 Derby St

Berkeley, CA 94705

2224 - 2226 - 2228 - 2230 - Derby Street

This might just be the Berkeley opportunity you’ve been searching for!

This property is located just eight short blocks to the world renowned, University of California Berkeley Campus with a total enrollment of around 46,000 students (undergrad and graduate) and ranked #1 in Top Public Schools according to U.S. News and World Report. More than 50 Berkeley programs landed in the top 25 in their fields, with more than 40, spanning public health to education, earning a spot in the top 10 of their fields.

This four unit, two-story building consists of two, 1-Bedroom units (downstairs) and two, 2-Bedroom Units (upstairs) for a total of 3,402sf of living space. Units have a mix of wood, hardwood and tile flooring, kitchens have gas ranges and built-in dishwashers, good natural light is provided by double hung, fixed and divided light windows, and there’s a charming variety of built-in cabinets and bookshelves. Built in 1926, this classic building sits forward on a larger than typical 6,700sf lot. Preliminary investigation indicates the lot may support the further development of two detached ADUs. This building has a freshly painted exterior, classy front terrazzo stairs and landing, a long left-side driveway and gate that lead to a generously-sized backyard, where current residents have off street parking, stored bikes and a gardening area. The sunny back patio area is well-suited for entertaining family and friends with weekend BBQs, or just lounging in the sun and having fun.

Excellent Public Schools include: Sylvia Mendez Elementary (“GreatSchools” Score: 8/10) - three blocks away, Willard Middle School (“GreatSchools” Score: 10/10) - four blocks away, and Berkeley High School (“GreatSchools” Score: 9/10) - nine blocks away (interested parties to confirm/verify space).

Inspiring and dynamic location highlights include, Telegraph Avenue's eclectic shops, bakeries, cafes, restaurants and high-quality culinary shopping choices (Berkeley Bowl Marketplace and Whole Foods grocery stores). “Bike and Walk” scores are top-tier, Public Transportation options are excellent (within a mile of both Ashby and Downtown Berkeley BART stations and there’s an AC Transit bus stop located conveniently on Telegraph Avenue) and neighborhood parks include Willard Park, Tim Moellering Field, and Bateman Mall Park. Other key attractions include Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Tilden Regional Park, The Greek Theatre, University of California Botanical Garden, and even the 5-Star, Claremont Resort and Club is just up the road. Easy access to highways 13, 580, 80, and 24 make for a reasonable commute to San Francisco, Hayward, Walnut Creek, and San Leandro. This is a truly a perfect location for students, professionals, and anyone seeking the vibrant Berkeley lifestyle with easy access to transit, nature, and the city.

*While efforts have been made to provide accuracy information, all information, details, and considerations for individual suitability, to be independently verified by interested parties.