1236 Allston Way

Set in Berkeley’s beloved Poets Corner, this immaculate Scandinavian-inspired modern home is a rare convergence of extraordinary design, effortless livability, and one of the city’s most cherished neighborhoods. From the moment you enter, the home feels expansive, calm, and beautifully considered. Soaring 11-foot ceilings and abundant natural light give the approximately 1,412-square-foot interior a remarkable sense of volume, while warm wood tones, clean architectural lines, and thoughtfully selected finishes create an atmosphere that is both striking and deeply inviting. At the heart of the home is a beautifully designed kitchen featuring custom wood cabinetry, sleek quartz countertops, open shelving, sculptural lighting, and a dramatic Heath tiled backsplash. The adjoining living and dining spaces unfold toward an expansive glass door, dissolving the boundary between indoors and out and creating the kind of seamless connection to the garden that defines the very best of California living. The floor plan delivers everything buyers hope to find: three bedrooms, two beautifully finished baths, generous open living space, and a serene primary suite. Beyond the main house, a detached studio offers the ideal setting for a home office, creative space, gym, or quiet retreat. Every inch feels intentional. Every finish feels cohesive. And everything—from the modern heat-pump system to the exceptional indoor-outdoor flow—has been designed to make daily life feel simpler, more comfortable, and considerably more beautiful. All of this just moments from Strawberry Creek Park, neighborhood cafés, markets, and community destinations that make this pocket of Berkeley so special. Immaculate, efficient, and unlike anything else on the Berkeley market—this is the rare home that truly checks every box, then adds a few you didn’t know you needed. HES 10.

Current Status

Active - Coming Soon

Original Price

$1,195,000

List Price

$1,195,000

On Market Date

Aug 6, 2026

Property Type

Detached

D/N/S

Poets Corner

Zip Code

94702

MLS ID

41144004

APN

5619884

Year Built

1915

Stories in Building

1

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Data Source

MAXEBRDI

Origin MLS System

Bridge AOR

Bed

3

Bath

2

Parking

0

Off Street, None, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)

SQ FT

1,412

SQ FT Source

Measured

Lot SQ FT

4,000.0

Lot Acres

0.09 Acres

Pool Info

None

Kitchen

Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Water Filter System, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Range/Oven Free Standing, Updated Kitchen

Cooling

Heat Pump, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment

Disclosures

None

Entry Level

Exterior Details

Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Front, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance

Flooring

Tile, Engineered Wood

Foundation

Fire Place

None

Heating

Heat Pump

Laundry

220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Laundry Closet, Washer

Main Level

3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Basement

Crawl Space

Architectural Style

Contemporary

Construction Status

Existing

Additional Miscellaneous Features

Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Front, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance

Location

Level, Back Yard, Landscaped

Roof

Metal, Other

Water and Sewer

Public

Fee

Unavailable

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