Berkeley, CA Condos for Sale with Low HOA Fees
6 condos for sale in Berkeley with monthly HOA dues under $398 — a quarter below the Berkeley median of $530. Each is scored against recent Berkeley sold comps, and 1 is priced below market. Low dues are not automatically good news: they can mean an underfunded reserve and a special assessment later, so read the reserve study guide before you offer.
Higher is a better buy. 50 is "priced about right for what it is". The last step curves the raw advantage onto 0–100, so points stop being one-for-one at the extremes.
✅ Positives
- Best $/sf of 8 tracked in Berkeley
- 27% below model fair value
- On market 66 days → some leverage
- Low HOA (1%/yr)
⚠️ Cons
- Older building (1910)
🚩 Red flags
- Only 2 photos — verify condition
Price history (this unit)
- Aug 6, 2026 — Listed $429,900
- Mar 10, 1999 — Sold (Public Records) $75,000
- Mar 10, 1999 — Sold (Public Records) $75,000
Description
Great opportunity, at a great value, a spacious mixed-use condo, Full kitchen upstairs with loft and 1 full bathroom. Designated parking, near shopping, businesses and hwy, Close proximity to Berkeley Marina & UC Berkeley, minutes away from SF and Oakland, come take a look today!, Great location with plenty of foot traffic and close to Hwy, restaurants and shops, Come take a look to look at the possibilities! Easy access to I-80, Near Whole Foods, REI, restaurants, the Fourth Street shopping district. Come take a look today!
Higher is a better buy. 50 is "priced about right for what it is". The last step curves the raw advantage onto 0–100, so points stop being one-for-one at the extremes.
✅ Positives
- Low HOA (0.4%/yr)
⚠️ Cons
- Older building (1905)
🚩 Red flags
Price history (this unit)
- Sep 2, 2026 — Listed $575,000
Description
Victorian Farmhouse with high ceilings, great light, and private location set back from the street. This charming one-bedroom, one-bath North Berkeley home offers a surprising sense of privacy and tranquility in the middle of one of Berkeley’s most walkable/bikeable neighborhoods. This home is a cosmetic fixer with character! Most of the hard work has been done: newer foundation, seismic work and deck. This is your opportunity to make it your own. The kitchen opens to a new deck (2026), large enough for entertaining, plus you have your own private backyard just waiting for the gardener in…
Higher is a better buy. 50 is "priced about right for what it is". The last step curves the raw advantage onto 0–100, so points stop being one-for-one at the extremes.
✅ Positives
- In-unit W/D
- Low HOA (0.3%/yr)
⚠️ Cons
- Older building (1963)
- Only 1 bath
- Photos look dim — verify light in person
🚩 Red flags
- Co-op / TIC, not a condo — you buy shares or a fractional interest, not the unit itself. Financing is harder and dearer, a board can vet or refuse you, resale may be price-capped, and the buyer pool is thin. Every comp behind the numbers below is a condominium, so treat the gap as an ownership-form discount until you have read the share loan terms and the bylaws.
- FLIP: bought $337k 2025, relisted +59%
Price history (this unit)
- Sep 9, 2026 — Listed $425,000
- Oct 10, 2025 — Sold (MLS) $337,300
- Oct 10, 2025 — Sold (Public Records) $337,500
- Sep 17, 2025 — Price Changed $299,000
- Aug 21, 2025 — Price Changed $400,000
- Jul 29, 2025 — Listed $399,000
Description
Satisfaction and Style in Central Berkeley: Exhausted from seeing that anything decent in Berkeley is far out of reach or simply not worth the price the market demands? Well, it’s time to revive your hopes and dreams because this home packs value into every inch! Recently transformed with tasteful, high-quality improvements into a hip 2-bedroom right in Central Berkeley, this is not a soulless flip. From new laundry hookups (2026) to the upgraded electrical systems, the house features countless little quality-of-life human touches. Note the details like new, custom-designed built-in…
Higher is a better buy. 50 is "priced about right for what it is". The last step curves the raw advantage onto 0–100, so points stop being one-for-one at the extremes.
✅ Positives
- In-unit W/D
- Low HOA (0.8%/yr)
⚠️ Cons
- Small (585 sf)
- Older building (1927)
- Ground floor
🚩 Red flags
Price history (this unit)
- Oct 9, 2026 — Listed $500,000
- Jan 15, 2015 — Sold (MLS) $387,000
- Jan 14, 2015 — Sold (Public Records) $387,000
- Nov 14, 2014 — Listed $400,000
Description
The coziest condo you'll find in the heart of the Elmwood! A fantastic blend of original details and modern updates. Hardwood floors and a beautiful fireplace in the sunlight living room greet you at the entrance. Just off this beautiful space you'll find the bedroom with a large closet and separate in-unit laundry. Both rooms have Mini-Splits for heat and AC and newer double-pane windows ensure a quiet, well insulated home. The kitchen was previously updated with stone countertops, a tiled floor, a dishwasher and a free standing oven with a hood vent. Your deeded parking space is…
Higher is a better buy. 50 is "priced about right for what it is". The last step curves the raw advantage onto 0–100, so points stop being one-for-one at the extremes.
✅ Positives
- Garage parking
- Low HOA (0.5%/yr)
⚠️ Cons
- Older building (1934)
- Ground floor
🚩 Red flags
- Listed BELOW its 2022 sale ($830k) → value eroding
Price history (this unit)
- Sep 17, 2026 — Listed $749,000
- Sep 17, 2026 — Coming Soon $749,000
- Aug 5, 2022 — Sold (Public Records) $830,000
- Aug 3, 2022 — Sold (MLS) $830,000
- Jul 11, 2022 — Listed $795,000
- Nov 27, 2013 — Sold (Public Records) $490,000
Description
Ultra charming condo with low HOA fees in a prime North Berkeley location. Just a short walk to UC Berkeley yet quietly situated beside a peaceful residential area. Minutes from Berkeley’s renowned Gourmet District, including Chez Panisse, The Cheese Board, and the Berkeley Rose Garden, this home offers exceptional convenience paired with classic neighborhood charm. Features include period architectural charm blended with modern updates, hardwood floors, designer colors, French doors, formal dining room, and a gas fireplace with mahogany built ins. Double pane windows, ample closets, and a…
Higher is a better buy. 50 is "priced about right for what it is". The last step curves the raw advantage onto 0–100, so points stop being one-for-one at the extremes.
✅ Positives
- 41% below its 2020 peak
- On market 52 days → some leverage
- In-unit W/D
- Low HOA (0.7%/yr)
⚠️ Cons
- 13% above model fair value
- Older building (1890)
- Ground floor
🚩 Red flags
Price history (this unit)
- Aug 20, 2026 — Listed $580,000
- Dec 15, 2023 — Sold (Public Records) $530,000
- Apr 3, 2020 — Sold (Public Records) $975,000
Description
Discover the perfect blend of historic charm and contemporary luxury at 1519 Fairview St #2, a beautiful 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home nestled in the heart of South Berkeley. Originally part of an 1890 Victorian, this home has undergone a meticulous, down-to-the-studs renovation to fuse architectural glamour with modern comfort. The light-filled interior (621 sq. ft.) features an open-concept layout accented by white oak flooring, marble countertop, and artisan-tiled bathrooms. Designed for comfort, the condo is equipped with individual mini-split A/C systems, in-unit washer & dryer, and…